Flawless Silence

Chapter 34

Annika sat beside, Pinky, in the elegant reception area of the hotel. Pinky complained about their neighbours and how the dog pooped in front of their entrance often, while Annika listened attentively, occasionally nodding in agreement.

Meanwhile, Shivaay, took charge of providing the necessary documents to the receptionist. The ambient lighting cast a warm glow over the plush furnishings, creating a serene atmosphere amidst the bustling activity of the hotel lobby.

"See my son is calling you." Pinky's gentle nudge prompted Annika to rise from her seat and make her way over to Shivaay. With a reassuring smile, she handed him her debit card, since he had maxed out the limit in his card for the flat purchase, their fingers briefly intertwining. As Shivaay continued to deal with the receptionist, Annika leaned in, looping her arms around his forearm, and rested her cheek against his shoulder.

Using his index finger, Shivaay pushed her head mumbling, "yaar bedroom nahi hai. And especially maa is here. Stand straight."

[Trans- Yaar this isn't bedroom.]

Ignoring his protests, Annika snuggled more into him while throwing a beautiful smile in his direction. "How many rooms are you taking?" She asked.

"One." He said, as he continued signing the photocopies of his identity cards. "It's expensive. We are staying for a night while most of the day we will be on campus."

"But-" Annika twisted her mouth, grappling with the right words to retaliate, but found herself at a loss.

"It's just a night Annika. You and maa take the bed while I take the couch or I will ask for extra bedding. It will be charged extra but it's better compared to two rooms cost. Okay?" Shivaay sighed dropping the pen on the table, and turned to face her dejected face. Palming her face, he smiled and continued to speak. "I think your cheeks got chubbier. Your cheeks fit into my palms now." He whispered.

"I want to have sex." Annika declared. Shivaay's eyes widened in shock as Annika declared her desire, but he quickly reacted by covering her mouth, glancing around nervously. What if his mother heard her? Already they have faced embarrassing moments with condoms and his brother!!!

Bachale Bhagwan! Shivaay prayed internally.

[Trans- please save me god.]

"Shivaay! Kya hua? Sab theek hai na?" Pinky enquired with worry, seeing them still. She was least worried when they were shouting but as the silence between them was visible, she was troubled to a greater extent.

[Trans- What happened? Is everything alright?"]

"Kuch nahi maa." Shivaay shuttered. He gripped his fingers around her wrist and dragged her out. "Maa we will be back. The cards aren't working we will see for any ATM nearby." He lied, covering up the loud mouth's open declaration.

[Trans- It's nothing maa.]

Pinky nodded with a suggestive smile.

"Nayi shadi huyi hai kya?" An aged man, who sat on the adjacent couch, in his late sixties asked Pinky with a subtle lift of his lips.

[Trans- must be newly married. Isn't it?]

Minutes later, the couple approached Pinky about separate rooms, seeking privacy. Understanding their needs, Pinky suggested a service apartment with a 2-bedroom layout, offering both affordability and privacy for the young couple.

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Annika stood proudly beside her mother-in-law, their eyes shining with anticipation and pride as they awaited the moment when Shivaay's name would be called out. The atmosphere was filled with a mix of excitement and nervous energy as they watched him adjust his robes, the anticipation building with every passing moment.