Sree
I looked out of the balcony..
The gentle breeze, felt cold on my skin..
Vikram had gone to his room after the movie to do work.
I heard the door open and looked back..
I was surprised to see Akshara, Raya and Gautham.
I smiled and Akshara. .. She ran to me and hugged me..
"Missed you", said Raya
Gautham gave me a fist bump.
" That Vikram, son of a... He carried you away when I went for a few minutes for a coffee break..
I came back and both Disappeared.
Didn't even tell me..
Then he called and was like Gautham, I took Sree home, I was like what the hell man!!! ", Gautham said sarcastically.
I smiled seeing his expression.
" I'll be here only for a few days ", I said
They looked at me solemnly.
We then talked a lot, I felt better seeing these people..
They were there till the evening..
I was feeling hungry.
"Let me go make Maggi"
I went to the kitchen and looked for the vessel. It used to be here where was it..
I looked around, but couldn't find.. I could ask him..
I moved to search for him then
I didn't want any more favors from him, but what do I do?
"Vikram? ", I went near the swimming pool, the gym room door was open..
I realized I've almost never seen this room..
I moved to the entrance,.. And I saw him..
My mouth opened.. When I saw him..
He was wearing only his gym tracks and was lifting weights..
Sweat glistened over his well defined chest.. Making his skin gleam..,
His muscles tensed as he lifted the weights..
I was stuck in the spot, flustered.. Not knowing how to call him..
My heart beat fast in my chest..
In some time, he turned and noticed me..
"Sree? ", he called out, as soon as he saw me..
" What happened? are you alright, why are you standing there? ", he asked
"I.. "
What was I going to ask?
His eyes narrowed...
He put the weights down and moved towards me..
I closed my eyes for a second and opened them
The air was tense
"The... Vessel, I wanted to make maggi.. ", I said.. Not looking at him..
When I looked back at him, he was smiling.. His eyes lit up.. After a long time..
"Why did you walk all the way, you could have called me", he said
" It's ok.. Just tell me where it is? ", I asked
" Wait for a second", he said.. He went in and took a towel and wiped the sweat off his body.. And drank some water..
Then he came near me.. "Come.. I'll get it for you ", he said
He took the vessel and heated the water and started making Maggi himself, despite my protest.
"I can do it!", I said, but he didn't listen
He made it and placed it on the table.
" Let me know if you need any other help", he said and left.
I ate, and then heated some water, to clean myself, as I hadn't taken a bath for long, and felt unclean
I managed to remove my shirt,.. But I couldn't move my hand to reach my back..
I took the phone.. Let's see if Mary is still here..
I called Vikram
"Hey if Mary is there call her right", I said
"No she went home, Is there any issue? should I help? ", he asked
" Noh, no issue", I said
As soon as I cut the call, in a few minutes the door opened.. I quickly.. Covered myself with the blanket.
"What happened? ", he asked
" Nothing.. I needed her help, Ill ask Mary when she comes tomorrow", I said
He moved towards me and raised his hand out.
"Give me, I'll help", he said
" What? no, no thanks", I said
"Are you really so shy of me? ", he said smiling gently.
I glared at him
He took the towel from my hand..
" Take the blanket off, I'll close my eyes.." he said softly looking into my eyes..
I hesitated but moved the blanket down to my stomach..
He came closer to me, with the towel and I turned around... His eyes were closed..
He moved his hands towards me , trying to find out where my back is, and as his fingers grazed my back, I almost jumped..
"Hey!...its ok... Open your eyes and do... ", I said
He opened and looked at me quizzically and I nodded
He moved my hair away from my back and wiped with the warm towel.
Vikram
She smelt like mild soap..my hand trembled lightly as I wiped on her back..
I took some courage and told that I would help her..
She somehow let me..
I looked at her flustered expression which she was trying to hide.
I felt a pang of pain in my heart.. I missed her, I loved her, and was I letting go of her so easily.
I knew, that I would give her the world if I could... The intensity of my love was too deep.. It knew no bounds..
Couldn't she see it? My love? I know I hurt her, but can't she trust me anymore,..
I realized I had stopped moving the towel over her back when she moved her eyes to me..
I quickly grabbed her palms.. They were so warm in mine..
Her eyes widened slightly..
I bent my head down.. And put my forehead on top of her hands..
"Forgive me Sree,.. Please.. Don't leave..
I know.. I told that I will go away..
I love you... ", I pleaded, my voice breaking
" Do you still have even a little bit of love for me? If not I'll earn your love back..
I'll make you happy always.. I'll fulfill my vows, please", I said...And looked at her..
She looked sad.. I looked into her eyes to comprehend what she was thinking..
Does she hate me? I couldn't bear that..
There wasn't a day that I didn't question my life.. Since she left..
Her eyes were filled with melancholy. .
I was surprised, when she suddenly came close to me, and gently kissed my lips, capturing them so swiftly .. And moved back..
I froze due to the sudden action, I wasn't hallucinating was I?
She kissed me? What did that mean?
"Sree? You.. This... " I stumbled
She looked at my flustered expression, amused
"You forgive me? ", I asked..
She raised her eyebrows.
" You still didn't understand, keep asking, I may change my decision ", she said
My happiness knew no bounds... I was overwhelmed that tears filled my eyes..
I went forward and pulled her into a strong hug.. I held her in my arms as tears flowed from my eyes..
I relished the feeling of her warm body in my arms, her entire presence, which I earned for... I hugged her tighter... Not wanting to let her go away from me any longer..
It was a long hug, and I only left her when I saw her hand move away from my shoulder, and she winced in pain.. She was injured... Oh right..!
I moved back, held her face with my palms and looked into her eyes..
" You love me right? ", I asked
I wanted to hear that from her..
She stared at me...
" Maybe ", she said
" Maybe? ", I asked.
" Why are you asking such silly questions? ", she asked
"I'm not going to tell you anything now, this is enough for the time being", she said
Why couldn't she tell what my heart longed to hear.
Anyways... I was still so happy, she could tell that anytime..
I moved towards her lips..
She placed her hand in front of my mouth..
" Ah Noh not now. . Patience Vikram", she said
"Why Sree, you kissed me! ", I said
" Yes I did, you can't now", she said
"So when can I? ", I asked
" In some time", she said and smiled sweetly at me..
Her smile, I could swoon seeing that..
"I'm also sorry for what Manoj did, I didn't tell you because I didn't want you to go... He is in jail", I said
Sree
My smile vanished hearing that name!
I had something to tell Vikram he should know..
" I need to talk", I said
"Yes? ", he asked..
" Yah.. First let me wear my shirt... "
I took my shirt.. He gestured if he could help, I nodded and he pulled the shirt over me..
"Ok tell"
"Your shirt? ", I asked pointing at his chest. ya, he didn't wear one since his gym session..
I wasn't expecting to forgive him, but seeing his expression, his eyes.. I still did love him.. I would give him a chance, the memory loss wasn't his mistake,
Anyways.. He is the reason I'm alive today, I owed him my life..
"Why do I have to wear a shirt, for you to talk to me?
Is it distracting? ", he teased, smiling at me..
I smiled sarcastically and rolled my eyes..
" No.. It's not.. But there is something called manners", I said
"Manners? What? ", he asked laughing
I glared at him..
" Ok.. Ok madam.. Will be back", he said and ran out of the room..
I shook my head and smiled to myself.
I was a little afraid of how he was going to take what I was going to tell..
He came back.. Wearing a white tee shirt and sporting a wide grin on his face.
I didn't want to see his solemn face, but he had to know..
He jumped on the bed next to me..
"Ready", he said
" Are you going to say you love me? " he asked
"Noh!! "
"Ok.. ", he said..
He was in a really happy mood that I felt guilty to spoil that mood..
He noticed my expressions tense
" Sree? What is it? ", he asked looking concerned..
" It's a serious thing Vikram ", I said and his expression became serious
" What Sree? ", he asked
" I want to tell you what Manoj told me after he hit me with the car", I said
I noticed his expression, completely.. Stern..
"He isn't your real father", I said
Vikram tried to process and his eyes showed disbelief, followed by shock..
" What?? ", he asked
" Yes, it's true.. "I said and narrated all that he said including the fact that Rajesh killed his mother..
Vikram had no reaction on his face after I told him this..
He just stared blankly at me..
" Vikram? ", I called out putting my hand on his shoulder..
" You are saying my whole life was a lie? ", he asked, his voice breaking down..
I felt sad seeing him like this..
" He abused me Sree,... I've always been sad, that I got such a father, But he is not my father... I'm relieved and happy at that.. But.. Everything was a lie, he used me... ", he said..
Tears filled his eyes.. I moved close to him and put my hands over him..
I held his hands....
" Everything is over Vikram.. He is in jail.. And you have Veena ma, Diya and me", I said
"Didn't you tell instead of dwelling of the past one should look at the present moment " I asked
He moved away from my hands to looked into my eyes..
He brought my palms closer to his lips and kissed them gently.
"Yes.. I will not dwell on the past, when I have such a wonderful present and future, you are my life, my family Sree", he said
Those words brought tears in my eyes..
Yes we were family, me and him..
He moved close to me and played with my hair..
" Ok.. Shift to our room right.. I'll ask Raya and Akshara to get the luggage..
You can have the entire wardrobe to yourself if you want", he said smiling.
"Ok", I said
At once Vikram picked me up and carried me to his room and placed me on the bed.
" You know the rules right,.. ", I said raising my eyebrows
" What's the need Sree, we did everything! ", he said..
" Which was a mistake according to you", I joked
His face expression changed
"Sorry.. It wasn't.. It was the best.. You have no idea how happy I was to.. "
"Ok ok,.. Its ok", I said
"I'll bring dinner", he said
He brought it, which we fed each other
After so many days I felt peace, I felt at home..
We felt so sleepy, we decided to sleep early, it was a day with so much emotions..
I took some extra pillows and made a barrier in the middle..
" What is this for? ", he asked
I shrugged.. They do this in serials and movies..
" You stay on that side and me here", I said
He laughed.. "Ma'am, you don't trust me? ", he said
"Never", I said simply and smiled..
He laughed
" Ohh.. Really? fine then! ", he said.
"I won't come to your side, let's see how long you continue this", he said
I smiled sarcastically..
"Yes Mr Vikram"
I had a good sleep after so long..
I woke up in the morning.. Vikram wasn't near.. How does he wake up so early nowadays..
I stood up from my bed.. My injuries were healing and I could walk better..
My hand was also better..
I saw my luggage on the floor..
Vikram came in at that moment..
"The luggage? ", I asked
" Ohh.. I sent the car to the flat", he said
"Great ! Now to unpack and empty your wardrobe" I said
"Alright! Take your time, ", he said
" And Sree, I want to tell you one thing.. ", he said looking serious
" Ya Vikram? ", I asked
" I called paati and asked her about this, and why she hid it from me"
"She apologized and said, she didn't want me to face the pain.. ",
" And I asked for his town.. My real father's.. I don't know him.. But he seems to have a family there.. And I want to go see", he said
Why did he want to go see people he never knew! Why did that matter
"Why? Didn't we decide not to dwell on the past", I asked
" I know Sree.. But.. I want to go, those people may be my relatives.. I want to know who they are, I want to know what person he was, .. That he wasn't like Manoj, .. I want a closure ", he said
I didn't understand why he wanted to do this. Why would it mean anything..
But I nodded my head.. His wish anyways.. Let him go and see
" So I'm going for a week", he said
My heart sunk! What.. We just got patched up and he was going for a week.. No way!
"I'm coming with you", I said