And their bedroom was decorated honeymoon style as per Armaan's instructions He wanted to make it special for her. For them"It's so beautiful" Janani whispered looking around the room in awe"Not more than you" Armaan said drawing her into his arms"Maan... " she smiled looking into his eyes"Yes darling""I love you" she said and his eyes lit up in ecstasy "I love you more" Armaan said softly as his fingers wrapped around her head and drew her closer.Janani let out a sigh of surrender. Her breasts brushed his chest and she let her head fall back, her lips parting in sweet expectation.She was not disappointed. He kissed her softly, his other hand coming up to her waist to draw her even closer. She felt the hard evidence of his arousal pressing against her belly and excitement--as well as nervousness--leaped within her.They are finally going to do itArmaan deepened the kiss, his tongue sweeping inside her mouth as he brought his arms more firmly around her. "Janani.. Are you n
2 months later- ChennaiAn agraharam"God! I hope everything will be okay" Aadesh mumbled again as they walked towards Shreya's home"Maybe I shouldn't come with you people if you want them to agree to the proposal" Armaan muttered uncomfortably. He is going to meet his ex lover's parents and it is going to be awkward"You are the head of the family Armaan. Of course you should be there" Janani chidedShe knows it will be awkward. But it is necessary to break the iceFor AvaAva hadn't yet met her maternal grandparents. And Janani will try her best to bridge the gapThey knocked on the door and a middle aged woman opened the doorShe didn't recognize Janani, but she immediately recognised ArmaanThere was an awkward silence "Mrs Iyyer. I am Janani Verma. This is my husband Armaan Verma and his brother Aadesh Verma. And these are my parents. We are here because we have a very important matter to discuss with you and Mr Iyyer" Janani said as she realised no one else is going to begin
"Okay. Right there. Keep the balloons here Aadi." Janani said as Aditya and Aadesh busied themselves in decorating the living room.It was Advaith Verma's first birthday and Janani wanted to celebrate it."It would have been even easier if we hired an event planner," Armaan grumbled as he pumped air into the balloons.Janani placed her hands on her hips and turned to glare at her husband. "And miss all the fun we are having now?" Janani asked "Of course you are having fun ordering around the three of us. We are the ones actually doing the work" Armaan said earning a ferocious glare from his wife."Well, for once, I agree with Armaan jeeju" Aaditya supported his brother in law"Fine. You guys go and do whatever it is you wanna do. I will manage all the work here. After all, nobody loves my son as much as I do" Janani said dramatically.Armaan scowled."Quit with the dramatics sis. We will manage here better, if you stop making a fuss about everything. Honestly, we could do without it
"Bhabhi. Maan called. He said you aren't picking up his calls?" Aadesh asked, as he came towards his sister in law in the kitchen. "I think I left my phone in the bedroom. What is it, Aadesh? Did he say that when he was starting?" Janani asked, as she placed the leftover food in the refrigerator. "He started from the office. He said he will meet us directly at the jeweller's. Are you ready to leave?" Aadesh asked"Yes. Let me just go get my phone" Janani said and rushed up towards their bedroom.She couldn't find her phone even after searching the whole room."Oh God! Where did I leave it?" Janani groaned out loud.And that's when she remembered what happened in the morning.She had gone to the study to call Armaan for breakfast before he left for the office.And what happened in the study needn't be mentioned. Her husband is insatiable. And he simply didn't care where they were or what time it was.If he wants her, he will have her no matter what.Not that she complains, she thou
"Here are our latest collections, Mrs Verma. I can assure you that they are unique designs. What's more special is that our owner designed these" the manager beamed, as he pointed at the latest model diamond sets."Aadesh. Come over here." Janani called out for her brother-in law."Yes bhabhi" he said, taking a seat next to hers."Look. Which one do you like?" Janani asked"Bhabhi. I have no taste for jewels. You select what you think is the best" Aadesh said with a sheepish smile.Janani shook her head and proceeded with selecting jewels for her would be co sister.Over the past few months, Janani formed a close bond with Shreya. The fact that both of them lost a sister very recently, made them understand each other well.But Janani knows her loss is nowhere close to what Shreya felt after losing her elder sister.Janani still remembers the conversation she had with Shreya, the day after that big showdown, when Armaan barged into his retreat where Shreya was staying and confronted he
"Armaan? All okay?" Janani asked, seeing her husband going pale all of a sudden.Armaan looked at Janani blankly, non comprehending what she was saying.Janani looked at her husband in worry.She had never seen him like that before. He looked as if he saw a ghost for real."Armaan?" Janani gently shook Armaan and he snapped out of his thoughts. When he looked again in the direction where he spotted the girl before, he didn't find anyone.Did I imagine her? He thought to himself."Armaan! What is it? Why do you look so worried?" Janani asked"Nothing Janani. Just give me a moment. I will be back" Armaan said"I will also come with you" Janani said"No no. Finish up the jewel shopping quickly. I will wait for you all outside" Armaan said and walked out of the jewel shop with long heavy steps."He looked disturbed" Richa said, watching Armaan walking away."Yeah. Let's just finish this quickly and go" Janani said and Richa nodded.They quickly finished the shopping and walked out of the
"Let's drop the kids at the kindergarten" Armaan said"Why?" Janani asked with a frown. "They will be bored out of their wits while you people do the shopping. If dropped at the kindergarten, they will happily play with the other kids there. Ananya will keep an eye on them too" Armaan said"Hmmm. When I think about it, you are right" Janani said"Your husband is always right, Mrs Verma" Armaan said cheekily, wrapping an arm around her waist and pulling her closer."Is it?" Janani asked, making a mock doubtful face."Do you have any doubt, Mrs Verma?" Armaan asked huskily, leaning towards her."Maybe I do" Janani answered back playfully"Maybe I should just kiss you into submission" Armaan whispered "What are you waiting for then?" Janani countered and Armaan didn't spare another second before capturing her lips with his.Hot. Scorching hot.She didn’t know who kissed who first. It was unspoken communication, her hands cupping his jaw, devouring him, while his hands found her bare wa
Janani reached the Buns and Beans Cafe, half past eleven, the next morning.She was shocked to see Shreya too there."Uh- Shreya? You are here?" Janani asked"Oh hey bhabhi. I came to meet a friend" Shreya said nervously "Oh. Me too" Janani said, chuckling awkwardly. They both received a text message at the same time.Janani checked the message from the unknown number.'Table No, 7. Right corner'"Okay then, Shreya. Carry on" Janani said and walked towards the above mentioned table.She was surprised to see Shreya also walking towards the same table.They both looked at each other in confusion. "Uh Bhabhi? Did you also receive a message from an unknown number?" Shreya asked Janani's eyes widened in surprise. "Yes. You too?" Janani asked"Yes bhabhi. The message said, it is related to Aadesh" Shreya said"Mine said, it is related to Armaan" Janani said"It was kind of an immature message. It said 'if you love him, come meet me'. Who says like that" Janani said with a confused look
TEN YEARS LATER Life became simply more colourful after the emotional reunion ten years ago. For Durga’s happiness, Gagan Ahuja disposed of all his savings from their hometown and moved to Mumbai, so that Durga can be near her sons always. He bought a single storeyed beautiful house a block away from the Verma Mansion. Armaan and Aadesh wanted them to stay at their home, but Gagan refused with love. ‘Only now we have gotten rid of this kabab mein haddi. Now it’s time for our second honeymoon,’ Gagan had said jokingly, pointing at Aaru. Though they were reluctant at first, they agreed on the condition that Gagan would always drop Durga at the Verma Mansion when he leaves for work. And the brothers started working from home more often. Aadesh and Shreya got married within a month after the reunion with their mother and it was the happiest event of their life. Everything went well. Shreya gave birth to a little boy after two years of her marriage and they named her Ishitha, in me
“Surprise!!” Aaru said and pointed at the two tall well built men walking towards them.Durga froze as she took in the picture in front of her.“Armaan, Aadesh..” She mumbled softly, as she stared at them in disbelief and shock.Armaan and Aadesh couldn’t take their eyes off their mother. The mother they both had secretly yearned for all those years, but could never voice it out.“Maa..” Armaan called out softly and that voice was an undoing for Durga.She stumbled at the impact of hearing her son’s voice after twenty five long years. Gagan held her, but she was unable to bear it all. The shock was too much and Durga felt everything around her going dark.She went limp in Gagan’s arms. Armaan and Aadesh panicked and hurried towards their mother.In a swift move, Armaan picked up his mother in his arms and carried her inside.“Aaru, where’s the bedroom?” Armaan asked worriedly and an equally worried Aaru guided Armaan towards the master bedroom.Armaan gently laid his mother on the bed
The morning was a sombre affair in the Verma Household.Janani had forced the brothers to the breakfast table. They were simply picking at the food without eating anything. Their eyes were swollen, with dark circles around them indicating a sleepless night.Aaradhya walked down the stairs with her luggage in hand. Armaan and Aadesh frowned upon seeing her all set to leave."Where are you going?" Aadesh asked, his face showing confusion."My goal is achieved. I came here to prove my momma's innocence. Now that my job is done, I am going back home," Aaru said with an attitude as she placed her luggage near the door.Armaan and Aadesh froze."You can't go," Armaan said harshly, and Aaru frowned."Excuse me, that's my decision to make, Mr. Armaan Verma," Aaru said, and Armaan closed his eyes in disbelief. The little twitch was taking revenge for the way he had talked to her yesterday."You have college, Aaru. You can't miss classes," Armaan said hopefully."I opted for a college here only
Janani tightened her embrace around Armaan, feeling the weight of his pain in her arms. Shreya, sensing Aadesh's distress, clasped his hands tightly, providing him with a sense of stability amidst the chaos.In this moment of despair, Armaan and Aadesh found solace in the unwavering support of their partners. Janani was grateful for her decision to stay with Shreya instead of going to her parents' home. She had even invited her parents to join them, ensuring that they could all be together. It proved to be the right choice, as Janani anticipated the unpredictability of the situation, knowing that she might have to return immediately if any emergencies arose while the brothers were alone with their new found sister.Today, that very scenario unfolded. After Armaan had called Jhanvi aunty, Aaru had urgently messaged Janani, informing her that things had spiralled out of control and she needed to rush back home.Upon receiving the message, Janani wasted no time. She immediately dialled
“Amaravathi Verma, your grandmother only cared about society and social status. She wanted Acharya to get married to her friend’s daughter. Acharya who always was an obedient son, for the first time in his life refused her demand. He made it clear that there would be no other woman in his life other than Durga..” Jhanvi said and Aaru frowned.From what she has known, the man didn’t love her mother enough. But here it is another story.“And?” Armaan asked.“And Amaravathi Verma hated Durga for that. She made Durga’s life a hell..” “What did she do?” Aadesh asked, his words laced with heavy emotions.Jhanvi's voice quivered with emotion as she continued her account, her words painting a picture of a life filled with torment and suffering."She isolated Durga from family and friends, ensuring she had no support system. Amaravathi manipulated Acharya, poisoning his mind against Durga, and filling him with suspicions of her faithfulness. Durga endured years of emotional abuse, constantly
Aaru's phone rang. All three of them looked at the phone screen. Aaru's face brightened seeing the name and picture on the screen, while the brother's face darkened.It was a picture of Aaru hugging an older woman.And it was written on the screen..Momma calling!!!Before Aaru could attend the call, she heard the sound of a flower vase falling down and breaking into million little pieces.She got startled and looked up and saw a furious Arman pulling at his hair in anger.“Armaan bhai..” She called out and he raised his hand asking her to stop.“For a second, I actually forgot that you are the daughter of that characterless woman” Armaan said with disgust.Aaru lost it hearing those words.“Shut up, bhai. Shut up!” Aaru screamed, shocking both the brothers.“Not a word against my momma. I will not tolerate it” Aaru said angrily, pointing her fingers at Armaan and Aadesh.“If you can’t bear a word against her, get out of here” Armaan was not one to give up.“I didn’t come here to stay
The next morning, Armaan, with his eyes closed, extended his hands and groped on the bed, trying to find the love of his life.He frowned when his hands encountered the cold side of the bed.He opened his eyes and then with disappointment, realised that Janani had gone to her mother’s place.“Damn!” Armaan muttered under his breath and went to freshen up.As soon as he got out after his morning business, he took his phone and dialled Janani’s number.“Hey… Good morning Maan” Janani greeted him as soon as she picked up the call.“I miss you terribly. Remind me to always say No when you tell me you wanna go to your mother’s house.” Armaan said grumpily, making Janani chuckle.“Don’t be so grumpy, Armaan.” Janani teased and Armaan huffed in annoyance.“I don’t know how I am going to start my day without your kiss and coffee.” Armaan muttered again.“Ah. Kiss. That I can give now. Muaahh.” Janani made the kissing sound through the phone making Armaan chuckle.“And coffee is also handled.
“Nooooo” Armaan was startled by the loud voice and he hurried out of the bedroom in worry.“What is it? What happened?” Armaan asked as he reached the living room. Every member of the family had reached the living room hearing the loud cry.“Aaru bua” Ava pointed at her aunt, telling everyone that it was Aaru who made the noise.“What is it Aaru?” Janani asked, hurrying towards Aaradhya, who was staring at her mobile phone with a disappointed look on her face.“Bhabhi… My college life is wasted” Aaru cried dramatically, making her brothers frown.“What? Your college life just started, Aaru. It’s been hardly a month.” Janani said with a confused frown on her face.“Yeah. One month of heaven it was. Tomorrow onwards, it is going to be as dry as a desert” Aaru said, wiping her non-existent tears.“Stop your dramatics and tell us what the problem is” Armaan said sternly.Aaru hurried towards Armaan and clung to him like a little Koala. Armaan rolled his eyes and shot a helpless look at Ja
“You can just admit that you guys came to check up on me”Armaan and Aadesh looked up in shock and horror, seeing their newly found half sister, grinning cheekily at them.“I was not” Both of them said in unison, a dull shade of red spreading across their cheeks in embarrassment.“Aww. I am so overwhelmed with this love. I had grown up hearing stories of two elder brothers and I have always dreamed of them telling me bedtime stories and coming in to check on me every now and then. Finally my wish came true” Aaradhya gushed happily and the brothers shot an uncertain look at each other.Aaradhya dramatically wiped her non-existent tears and pulled both her brothers into a tight embrace.“What the” Armaan muttered and pulled away from her, feeling extremely uncomfortable with this open sibling affection. Aadesh’s situation was no different.“I will go lie down? Will you put the blanket over me, like those brothers in the movies do?” Aaru asked, batting her eyelashes innocently at her bro