Darsh's POV: In High School "Tell me, who do you love the most after your parents?" she asked, pouting. I ignored her, pretending to immerse myself in the book. "Pleaaashhh," she pleaded, dragging the word out. I sighed, thinking deeply before responding, "Hmmm, my... dog." I nodded confidently as Ava glared at me. "Okay, after her?" she pressed again. "Oh, I almost forgot my goldfish. I used to love it so much. But the poor fellow died when I was seven," I said, putting a hand over my heart and feigning hurt. She took a long breath, exasperated, as I continued my list, including a tree I once had. "You know what? Forget it," she snapped, folding her arms and starting to walk away. I caught her hand, pulling her toward me. "It's you, Ava." She turned to meet my eyes. "It's you I love the most," I said, leaving out the part that I loved her more than my parents. In front of her unwavering love, nothing else seemed to matter. She was my oxygen, and without her love, I suffocate
Ava's POV: "I'll celebrate that y-you're gone once we g-go back home," I chuckled through tears as Charan cried, clutching Nikki tightly. "And I'll miss you too, little brother," Nikki said, keeping her composure as tears threatened to fall. Rishab placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder, ensuring she was okay. They looked stunning together, standing beside the car adorned with a "Just Married" sign. I handed tissues to my aunt, who was sobbing uncontrollably as she watched her daughter leave. Rishab's family stood respectfully nearby, giving us the space for our emotional goodbyes. After a long session of crying and farewells, Nikki and Rishab got into the car. We waved back at her until our arms felt like jelly, watching the car drive away. I stepped back and nearly tripped over my dress when Kyra caught me. "Are you okay?" she asked. I pulled away from her and walked off without answering. I knew it was rude, but every time I saw her, all I felt was a sharp stab of betrayal
Ava's pov: "Did someone say anything? Come on tell me, Kyra", Virin irritated Kyra as she didn't stop crying on his shoulder. "I will let you beat me up whenever you want if you stop crying", He offered freaking out because if anything she is the strongest one out of the two. I just blinked my eyes to stop my tears. We both didn't deserve what we have been through. ~~***~~ I stood up and walked away, torn between my pain and the weight of Kyra's words. The sting of betrayal resurfaced—the agony of seeing her with Darsh for the first time and the torment of discovering what they did behind my back when I dated Darsh. It's not easy to let go, let alone forgive. Yet, her words echoed in my mind: "Do you know how hard it is to be on the sidelines? Like you don't even matter?" I clenched my fists, trying to block the thoughts. Breathe, I told myself, drawing in deep, shaky breaths. It wasn't until my chest began to tighten and my vision blurred that I realiz
Ava's pov : "Ava," Priti called after me, her voice laced with guilt. I stopped but didn't turn. "I didn't know about Kyra and Abhi's engagement. I shouldn't have burdened you with my suspicions now of all times. I'm sorry," she said, her voice cracking. I smiled faintly, not out of humor, but because I felt utterly hollow. Empty. "Can you drive me home, Priti?" I asked, handing her my keys. "I don't think I can do it myself." ~~~***~~~ "Stop the car for a minute, Priti." My voice was trembling with fury. "How dare he stand on that stage when he was sleeping next to me just 20 minutes ago? I need answers." Before she could respond, I threw the car door open, my anger propelling me back toward the backyard. One moment, I was in shock, and the next, fury surged through me so strongly that I felt like I could kill someone. I stormed through the crowd, shoving people aside without a care. I probably looked like a lunatic, but I didn't care. I just want
Third Person's POV: "So, tell me, Kailash, who exactly is our son? What were you threatening him with?" Meera's voice was eerily calm, void of any emotion. But beneath it, she was fuming. Hurt. Humiliated. He had embarrassed her best friend—dragged her through the dirt in front of everyone—and she had been powerless to stop it. Kailash rolled his eyes. "We both know what I was implying," he said venomously, his tone laced with accusation as he stared Abhi down. Abhi crossed his arms, amusement flickering in his eyes, though his clenched jaw betrayed the wrath simmering beneath. "Oh, so you and Mom have it all figured out? Please, enlighten me. Who am I, Dad?" he challenged, his voice dripping with sarcasm. Kailash scoffed. "You, of all people, should know exactly what you did." Before he could continue, Abhi cut him off, his voice a sharp crack in the tense air. "I DIDN'T FUCKING KILL ANYONE, DAD!" His fists clenched at his sides, his whole body rigid. The room crackled with the
Ava's pov: I got up, preparing to leave, but before I could take a step, he pulled me into him, wrapping his arms around me from behind. "I love you, unconditionally," he murmured against my ear. "And everyone calls that obsession. But I never forced you to love me. I never manipulated you. I never interfered when you were with Darsh—not until I found out he was cheating on you. And even then, I waited four years for you to heal before I ever made a move." I sucked in a shaky breath, feeling his warmth, his presence, the weight of his words. "I just love you, baby," he continued softly. "And I'll accept whatever decision you make... even if it doesn't involve me." Then, with one last lingering kiss on my cheek, he pulled away. "I want you to do the same when I marry Kyra next month." And with that, he closed the door. •_____• I stumbled to the floor from the sheer force with which Abhi slammed the door. Dazed, I looked up, my gaze locking on his paren
Ava's POV: "Mr. Surya, I respect your decision not to invest in our project. That's your call, but we deserve an explanation. After all, you've withdrawn from a half-built construction," Abhi's voice was calm, but I could hear the irritation laced beneath it. I watched my grandfather casually check his watch before taking a loud sip of his tea, completely unbothered. "I felt like it, Mr. Abhimanyu. Is there a problem?" He didn't even try to mask his indifference. Abhi's jaw clenched, his patience thinning, while Kyra's face burned with barely concealed annoyance. I pressed my phone to my ear, standing just outside, trying to catch every word. "Do you have a problem, Miss?" My grandfather asked, not even bothering to remember her name. "Kiara. Kiara Shetty," she corrected, standing taller. He dismissed her with a wave. "Okay, Ms. Sh—whatever. You both can leave now. I have an important family member coming in, and I'd love to see you out." He buttoned his jacket and gestured towar
Ava's POV: Yes, he cheated on you and left without a word, but who's asking you to be his girlfriend again? My brain came up with all these logical arguments, yet none of them were enough to convince me to be his friend. I watched Darsh play with Rocher as she innocently ran around the grass, her tail wagging in excitement. This morning, I woke up in a surprisingly good mood and decided to go for an early walk—the first in ages. The irony wasn't lost on me. I used to look forward to these walks just to catch a glimpse of him. Back then, Rocher was always by his side, and I hated the very ground she walked on. If someone had told that fangirl version of Ava that this day would come, she wouldn't have believed a word. "Don't overthink it, Ava," Darsh said, his voice light, though there was something unreadable in his eyes. "I just asked you to be friends. It's your choice. Let's just be civil if nothing more." He continued running alongside Rocher, his laughter blending with her pla
Ava's POV:"This is from her ear piercing. She was so tiny just months old, look at her cute chubby cheeks and pouting mouth. They told me a gunshot was easier and less painful. But, man the second she cried. I cried with her and shouted at those innocent people", I explained to Abhi showing a video of Sara. "And this one", I laughed zooming in on the picture. "When I first got her home. Rocher was adamant on keeping her away from me. You know she came up with ideas to take our baby far while I was sleeping and cuddled with me", he looked at me like he couldn't believe it. "But I thought dogs love kids?", he asked me going through the pictures. "She does love Sara But, Rocher just got jealous at the time. They fight like siblings", I smiled looking at Sara's picture where she was covered with chocolate all over her face then he went to the next one. "I quickly grabbed my phone and shot this one while she was taking her first steps", I told him with adoration. I was so proud of her a
Ava's pov:"Abhi, your face was hilarious", I teased him as we left the cafe. The lift doors closed and I was laughing hard clutching the handle on my side. We were the only ones in here so I didn't hold back.I was still laughing as he suddenly grabbed my left buttock firmly in his right hand, brushing my long hair to the right side with his left hand before placing it on the back of my head. He tilted his head down to stare into my eyes, "You look gorgeous in this dress", I turned red as he stared at me with lust, rubbing his thumb over my bottom lip. "But I don't like it that you dressed for another man", then he kissed me deeply mouth to mouth. Holding my hair, and ass in his hands until the elevator came to an abrupt stop. The lights blinked and elevator doors were still closed, but it's not moving either! "What's wrong?", I panicked moving to the doors as Abhi just hugged me from behind pressing his nose into my neck. "I pressed the stop button and I guess it messed the whole th
Ava's Pov:"Ava, what did he say?", My mom asked me as I got out of my room. "Ma, Sara barely recovered concentrate on your granddaughter please", I went to the fridge dodging her. My parents are panicking more than me. Knowing them, Understandable. "I love my Sara and I know she is better now. Don't divert this. It's been a day since you told him. Why is he taking time if he is not thinking otherwise?", I rolled my eyes and sat down on the stool by the counter in the kitchen drinking some water. "It's been 19 hours and most of it was night. Let him think Ma, it's a big decision on anyone. You swore to not look at him again, before Sara happened or should I remind you the exact dialogue", I said peacefully when I am nowhere near that. This is what bothers me. I don't want them to accept Abhi because of Sara. I want them to look at him as he is. "Ava, what if he decides to not come back to you?", my dad came in asking me. "It's Abhi Pa, I didn't tell him for my reasons. But, I alway
Ava's pov:A week has gone by just like that. It was busy with shopping and site seeing around the town for Varun and Sara since they are new here. Now after a week, I wanted to rest. But, no. These people come up with new ideas to make my days more busy. It's alright weddings don't happen every day. "Right! Everyone line up!", The most enthusiastic one of the group Virin shouted through the mic. Yes, mic he planned a whole game day today. The wedding is in three weeks but, all the ceremonies start in two more weeks. Virin and Priti's close families are already here.House full of guests. We were in the twin's garden right now. All their cousins are here too. Some of Priti's cousins were giving me weird looks and I understand why. I killed their cousin. Even though everyone knows what kind of a person he was. They are still shocked to see me in person. It's making me uncomfortable. But, this is expected. Abhi came in talking on the phone. I was watching his every move. At least this
Ava's Pov:"Good morning Pa", I yawned leaning on my dad, Who was busy with a newspaper. He kissed my forehead drawing me into him more as I got comfortable on his shoulder. "What about me?", my mom lifted her hand. She was working in the kitchen making Sunday special breakfast Puri. "I love you, mummy", I smiled lazily. I was still sleepy. "What about Sara and Varun?", my mom asked. "They are still sleeping", It was a busy day yesterday. "Okay, as you are already awake eat breakfast and get ready Nana, we need to go shopping. Swathi and Mano already called twice", My mom is ecstatic that her two best friends are going to be relatives through this wedding. Not just their mums even Kyra and Priti will be related wow. "Mammy!", Sara shouted. I got up from the sofa and ran to my room, she was restless looking around my room half asleep. "Shh, it's okay Sara. You are in my room", I hugged her sleeping on the bed. She still needs to get used to a new place. Roche was already up and lick
No Pov:"Priti, I am nervous", Virin fidgeted in his place waiting for Kyra and Ava. "It's been years that's expected", Priti smiled. Aakash and Savi stood behind the young couple excited to see their daughter. "Sara! Behave baby", Ava widened her eyes trying to intimidate Sara as she tried to punch Rocher. "But, mama she is imitating my every move", She pouted. "Keera mamma!", She complained to Kyra as she and Varun were busy with the luggage. "Okay, okay. Leave it, baby aren't you excited to see everyone? You'll meet Virin and Priri for the first time no? Don't ruin your mood come here", Ava lifted the four-year-old as the little one leaned onto her bosom getting comfortable, poking her tongue at Rocher who was sitting on the cabin bag rolling her eyes. "You okay? Kyra asked Ava as they walked out hand in hand. They both shared excitement but, she is scared too. Ava carried Sara and Kyra got Rocher as Varun was moving luggage. They looked around for a few seconds as Ava let a su
No POV: Abhi and Ava are 25. Promise this is the last lapse. (hopefully)~~~~"We are getting married!!!", Priti shouted as Ava and Kyra stood up closing their mouths, watching the couple through the laptop. "Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!", They both caught each other's hands jumping up and down. Sara the four year started jumping with them even though she didn't know why. Virin and Priti just laughed watching the three. "Yes!!! Finally!! We three will dance to the song we dreamed of in Sangeet! And Oh! Oh! Kyra and I will get matching clothes as you. We will play your love story! Kyra will be Virin and I will be Priti! Most important of all will take tons of pictures and videos!!!", Their excitement reached the ceiling as they talked about all the things they planned to do when one of the three gets married."We'll do all that but, don't forget! It's in a month. I want both of your asses here before the weekend. I don't care about any excuses, take leave! It's high time Ava. At least Kyra
Third person's pov: After 2 years:"Hi, my parents like your family so much. And don't mind me saying this out of the blue but, you look gorgeous in person", Ava gave a fake smile refraining so hard from rolling her eyes. Instead, she tucked a hair strand behind her ear and caught the end of her Dupatta. "I work in Meta. I-", Ava cut him off before he reads out his biodata. "Did you know I was married before?", The guy lifted his brows like he didn't sign up for this. "I have two kids with him. I have no problem with him my family doesn't approve of him so they just forced me to leave him and here I am", He didn't look convinced and was about to call her BS. "This is him by the way", She showed a picture of her and Abhi kissing on the lips. "Hot right? You should know if by any chance they get me married to you. Future kids will still look like him", He was up and running down the stairs but not before. "You don't have to disrespect people calling them to your house".She didn't w
Ava's POV:'A loved son and friend now resting safe and at peace' I took out the dried flowers and replaced them with fresh ones. Doing the same with Sharon's grave which resided side by side."Oh, hey baby. You need some help picking up the garbage", Arun said lifting his eyebrows silly at Sharon."If you want to keep all your teeth intact. NEVER call me baby again", Said Sharon giving him a death stare."I love you too baby", came his reply annoying her more.""Are you still bickering?", I asked smiling through the tears. "Ava, man, I love her so much. God, I want to kiss that uncensored mouth almost every second of my life", I scrunched my nose as Arun smirked watching Sharon walk by us, rolling her eyes at him. "How can I forgive myself?", I hiccuped resting my hands on them. "Isn't simple to just sit there and cry when all it takes for you is what? Days? Months? To move on with your life?", I whipped my head towards Sharon's parents. "Stop it Neerja", Sharon's father caught h