3. The Date...

A YES from the person who matters the most for him, made Ashish feel on the top of this world. It seemed as though the whole Bangalore cheered for him and was happy for him. This was a big day. Could he describe it?? Ummm No. But it was above all for him.

He so wanted to talk to his sweetheart but then he knew she would need some time to get out of her recoil. His officemates could see the glee on his face. Few even asked him out. But he was not in his own senses to tell how ecstatic he felt. That soft Yes from the most beautiful voice he ever heard made the day for him unforgettable.

He called her twice just to receive a ‘no answer’. He was still okay with it. Coz he knew that even she must be going through something special. This was a big decision. A decision for the lifetime.

At last she picked up the phone.

“Hey!”

“Hi”

“Thanks for that.”

“I din’t say a yes coz you wanted so. I agreed coz even I am in love with you, which paved its way out after so many days. After you spoke your heart, even my heart came up with its emotions and I gave a nod. I don’t know how is this going to work out. I din’t give a thought to what future has in stores. All I know right now is I want to be with you forever. I LOVE YOU TOO.”

It was the start of a new life for both. Usually the chit-chat buddies were loving the silent breaths of each. Enchanted and spellbound. They were experiencing a new passion in the bond.

The Day Next…

The morning seemed blissful. The first ring on Ashish’s phone was not the alarm but call from Niki. Even the day daunted with a beautiful sun-kissed glow. Was it actually so or it was because of love he felt so. He couldn’t guess that. But just rejoiced. The work was fun today. And the colleagues much funnier than usual. Life was like it was never before. Usual taste-less food was having a pleasant aroma. He became sure, he’s going nuts. Indeed love makes life beautiful…or may be crazy. He quickly moved home after work and had a long long talk with Niki. Waiting for the weekend when he’ll be meeting her as his official girl.

That weekend…

Lucky to have a weekend off, Ashish made sure he’s going Chennai on Friday itself. But without informing Nikita. A surprise in store for her.

He caught an early evening flight to reach Chennai well in time to plan out the stuffs.

After landing, the first thing that he did was to call up her colleague from office who was their batchmate at VNIT, Shreya. And explained her role she had for tomorrow. N that night he din’t talk to Niki giving an excuse of being dead tired to which she din’t complain.

Early morning, when Nikita opened her door, she was enthralled to have a life-size bunch of red roses at her door step with a message saying, ‘Hope you have a great day today – Ashish (courtesy Shreya)’. She called up Shreya at instant to ask what it was all about. She responded, “Ashish asked me to do so. May be coz he wants you to be happy all the time.” Nikita smirked. Shreya continued, “Well, I need to go shopping today. So please accompany me to the Spencers.” Nikita was like okay and decided for 12 sharp at Spencers.

On reaching the mall, Nikita was greeted by a huge huge Greeting card, saying “I LOVE YOU.” She got baffled. Why was he doing this? She called him to ask what was going on. He said, “I want your Saturday to be memorable.” She was awed.

Shreya joined her in a minute. And excited Nikita showed her the card. Just when Shreya brought up a cute teddy bear for her. She just couldn’t contain her smile. Shreya was happy seeing her best buddy happier than ever. All Nikita could do was keep texting Ashish a thank you. As the day untwined, she was full of gifts, small n large.

 By eve she was tired and wanted to put rest to her crowing tummy. She thought of having something there itself n go back when Shreya voided the idea and decided to go to a nice restaurant nearby. She was okay with that idea too.

They reached the place. It was a garden restaurant. Luckily the atmosphere was cool. Shreya directed Nikita towards a small hut kind of place and asked her to be there while she used the rest-room. Nikita went there to find it all dark. She stood there for a while. And she felt two arms coming from besides her, embracing. She felt the warmth and came to a halt. It was HIM.

The very next moment she opened her eyes to find beautiful lights and a scenic table for two. It was HIM. The biggest surprise for the day she got. Undeniably this was an unforgettable Saturday for her.