As the days passed Pari's aching heart didn't find any comfort. She'd try to bury her thoughts and focus on work so she wouldn't be distracted.Her Dantheras and Narak Chaturdashi were wrapped in work rather than gifts. Some of her ex colleagues from Tech Mahindra texted her pushing her to think about home, making her more pitiful than she was already. 'It’s ok Pari. Forget it…. Tomorrow is Sunday, which means you can ask Ian to take you somewhere, maybe that farmhouse in the Forest, it's a better way to escape' She tried to calm herself down. But the next day her man was busy for the whole day with god knows what. Technically she should be understanding his condition. They were planning to celebrate the 10th year of I & E. Ian had already called many meetings regarding this event and Pari knew the seriousness of the situation. So she thought he must be out for some meeting or something, but he could have taken her along with him, so that she wouldn't be moping around right now.
“Then How do I look? " Anna walked into the hall when Ian and Pari were lost in each other. Pari was surprised to see her as Anna was a rare guest in Ian's place. “Mom… You look gorgeous.. Ian.. you should have informed me she is joining us. " Pari fake scoffed at her handsome man. “That’s how surprises work my dear” He was smiling like an idiot, her own loveable idiot… “Welcome home mom.. I didn’t know you would rock a saree so well.. " Anna had indeed managed to carry it very well. She looked great. “It's your man’s choice. Of course it should be great. So what are we doing tonight? " Anna asked her. Pari thought for a second. “Mom, you want to learn cooking indian food right? I’ll teach you, come with me. " She held her hand and took her to the kitchen. “What about me? " Ian looked like a whiny kid. “Complete the decorations Ian. We’ll join you later.” Pari ordered him like a boss lady. “This isn’t fair” And more sulking followed by the grown up baby in the r
The week following Diwali was hectic for working schedules for Pari and Ian. Back to back meetings and branch visits had worn out the lovebirds. Their office romance was cut short because of the tons of files on their tables. But weekends were pure bliss for them with each other's company. “That’s cheating Ian. You can’t do that to me" Pari whined when they were busy playing in his game room. Ian insisted that they play some board games to kill time. “Of course I can do that sweetheart. It’s a game of chess and I'm protective about my queen just like in real life." He and his signature stupid grin had successfully annoyed her. “Ian… You’re an entire melted cheese tub” He was indeed a Master of Cheesy lines. “Feel free to dive in and taste” He winked. “I’ve already gained too much because of Diwali. So spare me from all the fats please.” She vaguely replied. “You know we can sweat it out in the gym together. Burn calories through various physical activities” Ian alw
October was coming to an end and the hype of Halloween was already high. Pari's friends were in a discussion when she joined them for lunch break during her branch visit with Ian. Ian always let her spend her lunch break with her friends when they came to Lambeth branch. "Looks like there's definitely something brewing up" She looked at Noah suspiciously as he was the one who looked more hyped. "It's nothing, Pari. We were just talking about the Halloween party. Anyways you're also invited to the party. Don't you dare say no" Noah announced. "Wait a second. What party and why am I even invited to it? " "It's the Halloween party conducted by my friend in his club. He told me to bring all my friends, you know 'the more the merrier'. All the members from our gang are going so you're going too" Noah hadn't really given her a choice. "But… " "Pari… join us please. It's been long and it's Halloween. I don't want you wasting your Halloween at your house, all alone watching some stupid
"Can you stop staring for heaven's sake? I feel I might melt down with such a heated gaze, " Pari complained when she looked at her boyfriend who was busy staring at her since she started getting ready. A week had already passed by and now they were busy getting ready for the Halloween party. "How can you melt when you're already looking smoking hot? If something's actually melting, then it would be my patience to have my ways with you once this party ends" Ian was a goner when he looked at his beautiful girl in a black sequin dress with black heels and open hair. Since the theme was black and bling, she had picked an all black combo for him too. Though Pari liked seeing him in formal suits, seeing him in casuals was a different turn on for her. "If you're done flirting, let's leave. Noah has sent me the location, we might need 45 mins to reach if traffic doesn't pose a problem " Shechecked the mirror for one last time. "Are you sure you're not forgetting anything? " He asked her.
Party soon began as all of Joshua's guests had gathered in the venue. Some of them were busy dancing to the curated DJ's music while some had already attacked the bar section. Pari and her friends settled in a corner with some drinks and refreshments along with some of Joshua's friends. Soon the games for Halloween night were announced by the host and the crowd screamed in excitement. Though Pari was hardly interested in the games, she had no options but to say yes because of her friends. They were playing truth or dare and Sonu forced her to take a dare. The dare looked simple for everyone in the room except for Pari and Ian. She just had to dance with a stranger for 3 minutes and not to forget it should be a male partner. The other option she had was to take as many shots as Sonu decides. Sonu knew Pari can't handle multiple drinks at once so she had to accept the first dare itself. While Ian was fidgety with obvious jealousy, Pari was worried because of two reasons, one being her
The night continued to be more fun and exciting for everyone. Naoh asked Avery for a dance and Sonu happily dragged Abhay to the dance floor. Knowing Pari's lack of interest in dancing, Ian decided to stay with her on the couch. Pari's nerves weren't at peace until she knew what was running in his thoughts. "Ian…" She finally decided to question him. "Yes baby" "I wanted to ask something""I should have guessed it while you were busy thinking about it for a long time. Go for it" He smiled at her. "You didn't really feel jealous about the dare? ""You wanted me to? " He questioned instantly. "Of course… no… but didn't you really feel jealous about it? " "No baby. I wasn't feeling jealous at all " Ian replied with a smirk. He knew she was just trying to instigate him to admit his jealousy. Now it had become a silly game of jealousy and he didn't want her to enjoy thinking that she had succeeded in making him jealous. But truth to be told, he wasn't there just jealous but he was bu
November rolled in and the beautiful Autumn was slowly fading away. Ian had won the best business tycoon of the year award. As usual Pari had to attend the ceremony as his date and Sofie was her life saviour. Sofie had created a silver floor length gown with intricate designs for the evening. She even picked up a pair of silver pumps and accessories to go with it. Ian was wearing a jet black fitted suit with a silver brooch and silver cufflinks. It was as if they were doing a subtle show off of their love. George drove them to the venue and it was all about glitz and glam as always. Pari recognized many known faces from their meetings and some of their families because of the business related parties. Ian excused himself to get their drinks and Pari was talking to some of the ladies she knew. “Pari… Is that you? " She heard someone call her name. She turned back to see her stupid ex with his wife, it was indeed a great way to destroy her evening. Still, she smiled at him, of cour