Author's POV

The morning of a wedding at the house is often a flurry of activity, filled with anticipation and excitement. The sun casting a warm glow through the windows and illuminating the space where preparations for the day ahead are already underway. Hustle-bustle everywhere in the corridors, verandas as the walls of the MEHRA residence were finally starting to bask in the joys of witnessing two souls weaving in a sacred bond they've always cherished and the decorators do their own magic, making the dream decoration ideas come true.

On the other hand, in the dining area of Mehras the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the tantalizing scent of freshly made lip-smacking breakfast is devoured by our lovely elder couple.

"Where are the kids, Adhira Ji" Dev asked his wife, taking a bite of his tempting Aloo Paratha.

" Adhvait left for office, Ayesha went for her extra classes, she must be returning soon, Priyal is getting ready and your princess dearest must be still sleeping." Adhira replied with a sigh as she took a sip of her much needed coffee.

"You look stressed love" He said, taking her hand in his.

"I'm fine, don't worry" she replied with a soft smile.

“You know sometimes I think how lovely it would be if that accident hadn't happened” she said after a pause.

“Yes, I agree but God certainly had other plans” Dev softly said.

“Now's not the Time to think about it Adhira ji, our Priyal is getting married soon, bhaiya bhabhi wouldn't like it if we get sad, they are always in our hearts. “ He consoled his wife.

“Right-

“GOOD MORNING PARENTS “ pari’s overly enthusiastic voice interrupted Adhira, who sigh-ed at her over enthusiastic daughter.

“KYA BANAYA HAI MUMMA” she said sitting in her place very un-ladylike.

(What's for breakfast mumma)

“Stop shouting like a banshee early in the morning and sit properly idiot” Adhira said glaring at her daughter. Dev, on the other hand, was just enjoying this drama.

“Offo Mumma, you know right I behave very ladylike when I am outside but at home lemme be like this, puhlease” she replied with a mischievous smile.

“Kya karu mai tera “ Adhira murmured while getting up and went to the kitchen, Dev and pari just Snickered and high fived each other.

( What am I supposed to do with you?)

“Here is your chocolate milk, finish it fast and have your breakfast” Adhira said, returning with a glass.

“I love you mumma” pari said quickly, gulping her chocolate milk. One thing about pari is that give her chocolate milk and she's ready to rob a bank for you.

“Good morning everyone” Priyal said, sitting in her place all ready for her office but she knew better than to skip breakfast. Others reciprocated her greeting and the family finished their breakfast with usual chit chats and some planning for the big day that awaits.

Adhvait's Pov

“And with this I'll conclude my presentation, any questions gentlemen?” said the person presenting.

Finally this boring presentation is over.

“Mr Mehra, would you like to say something?” The person said with a hopeful smile.

“Well done, Mr khan, please coordinate with my assistant and send a copy of the presentation to me, we'll get back to you as soon as possible. “ I said, getting up, straightening up my suit.

“Sure sir, thank you” he said and we shook hands and he left. 

“Sir Adhira mam called, she just wanted you to call her whenever the meeting was over. “ My assistant, Raj said.

“Okay Raj, thank you. You can go now it's almost lunch time” I said as I entered my cabin, he shot a grateful smile and left.

As soon as I sat on my chair, I dialled chachi.

“Hello” came her voice.

“Hi chachi” I said, leaning against my chair.

“Adhvait, bacha khana khaya aapne?” She said softly.

(Adhvait, my child, did you have your lunch?)

“Not yet chachi, bas abhi meeting se free hua” I replied.

(Not yet aunty, just got done with the meeting)

“Have your food now! I just called to ask if it is possible for you to come back early today?” She asked

“Hanji, don't worry I'll be back before 10” I replied.

(Hanji- yes)

“Okay, don't forget to have your lunch.” She said softly.

“Hanji aap tension mat lo mai kar lunga lunch” I replied and ended the call.

(Yes you don't worry I'll have my lunch now )

Quickly finishing my lunch, I got back to work, Priyu di is getting married soon, so I am trying to finish as much work as possible to enjoy her wedding peacefully.

She's basically like a mother to me, just like chachi she took care of me like a mother. They made sure me and Ayesha were not deprived of motherly affection and love.

The only irritating thing is that di is getting married to my bastard of a best friend. I Can't even say anything coz that asshole worships her like a queen.

I'm sure that he's the best for her but am I going to accept this fact ever? No.

Anyways it's too late now to consider cancelling the wedding. Right?

Exactly at 8 pm my phone pinged with my chachi’s text reminding me to leave early.

I ringed my assistant who came the next Moment.

“I'm leaving now, make sure you don't disturb me for the next 6 days, handle everything. But if it's urgent, call me. And make sure you mail me all the progress in the projects” I instructed packing my laptop bag and left for home.

Tomorrow I am going to see her, finally.