Chapter-12
Aaron Malhotra
I had returned from the dance studio. I sometimes skip dance practice and go for a walk or jog in the early morning. My early morning time is reserved for Dance, Jogging, and exercise. I do the activities based on my moods. Today I did my dance routine. I came home and went to freshen up. I had my shower and began to dress up for Office. I wore my formal suit. I was tying the knot of my tie when my cell phone started ringing. I received the call. It was from the manager of my company.
"Sir, We received mail from the USA Company for Which we all were trying hard. He is ready to deal with us. They want to meet you tomorrow." Manager said.
"Tomorrow as in when?" I asked.
"On Thursday." He said
"Sir, you have to go to meet them. Should I ask to make Jet ready?" Manager asked me.
"Yeah. I'll be leaving home in half an hour. I'll reach the airport at 11 am." I said.
I packed my laptop and important files, pen drives in a small bag. I took one Suitcase and kept my formal suits, Casuals, shoes as well toiletry bag. I was done with my bag and went downstairs.
I kept both bags in the living room and went to the dining room. Mom-dad and both sisters were waiting for me. I wished everyone a good morning and sat on my chair. At the same time both my friends also came to visit me. I asked them to join us for breakfast. They nodded and joined us.
We all started our breakfast. I cleared my throat to gain everyone's attention.
"I have to go to New York," I said. All were shocked.
"Why?" Mom asked me.
"A few days back I told you all that I'm planning to expand our business in the USA. For that, I chose some industries from the USA. So I will be going to meet them and will propose my idea." I said.
"Ok, but when will you have to go?" dad asked me.
"Today now," I said.
"But..." mom started.
I kissed her cheek and said "mom, please. I have to go. It's very important and I will come back soon."
"Riya go and pack your bags. We both have to leave in 15 minutes." I continued.
Riya went to her bedroom and Shreya also went to help her. I finished my breakfast. I went to the living room. My best friends also came with me to the living room. Mom- Dad were still having their breakfast.
"Dude, did you meet our sister?" Ishaan asked.
"Huh..." I was a little confused.
"Your bride to be..." Rajeev said clearing my confusion.
"Nope, but I got to know her name," I said with a smile.
"What is it?" Ishaan asked.
"Shraddha...... Shraddha Aaron Malhotra" I said in a trance.
They both cleared their throats. I was embarrassed so I looked here and there. "Shraddha...nice name," Rajeev said.
"Hey I'm warning you, Aaron, if you hurt my little sister then I will show you the real Ishaan Kapoor to you," Ishaan said in a warning tone.
"Hey, I'm with him in this but I will break your bones. Get that in your mind". Rajeev also said in same tone making me smile inwardly.
Wifey you got a two wonderful and protective brothers.
Oops sorry not two but three.
I forgot about Varun otherwise he'll kill me.
"Ok, my dear would-be brother-in-law," I said in a teasing tone.
"Ok, guys let's pack your bags and bring your parents," I said to them.
"We know everything Aaron. Don't start again" they said.
"Rajeev, bring Riya with you ok," I said in teasing.
"Why should I bring Riya with me?" Rajeev asked.
"Because we know you both love each other. When are you proposing to her? Don't you dare to hurt her? Same warning passes to you also." I said glaring at him.
"I'll not hurt her. I love her but I don't think she loves me," he said sighing sadly making me smile. These two are very good in hiding their feelings.
"Why don't you confess to her and don't worry everything will be alright ok," Ishaan said.
"You both go first with Mom-Dad and also ask Ma-Pa to be there with them," I said.
I call Ishaan and Rajeev's parents Maa-Paa.
"I will join later because I have to go to the USA for this new project. It is very important please understand." I said.
"Ok, but before you we will meet our sister," they said in an exciting tone.
"Yeah. My bad luck," I said in a sad voice.
I saw that my both sisters were coming down. I hugged my both parents and kissed mom's forehead. Riya also hugged mom-dad. Dad kissed her forehead and told her to take care. I hugged Shreya and pinched her nose.
"Dad..." She whined.
Me, mom, Riya laughed while dad showed me his fake glares. I kissed her forehead.
"Don't whine baby. I'll bring chocolates from NYC for you." I said.
I and Riya bade bye to mom, dad. They both went inside after saying goodbyes. I informed Riya that Rajeev is going to drop her. She looked at him and blushed. She and Rajeev went in their car to the Airport. Ishaan also went in his car to his office.
I also took a seat in the car. Driver uncle was driving the car as he will get the car back home. We were on the way to the Airport.
We were stuck in traffic. Mumbai traffic sucks. I was looking outside through my window glass. I suddenly saw a café girl. She was driving Scooter (Two-wheeler motorcycle). She was dressed in a short floral dress. She was looking cute.
I saw that she was calling someone by waving a hand. I looked towards where she was waving. There was a 14-15 years old boy selling flowers, specifically red roses.
She called him near her. She took flowers in her hand. She was caressing the roses lovingly. A beautiful smile formed on her lips. Looking at her smile and peace on her face I also smiled. Looking at her serene face some unknown feelings formed in my heart.
She inhaled the smell of fresh roses. She is looking so beautiful. She was talking to him. There was some different shine in her eyes. She asked him something and he nodded his head. He said something to her. Then she gave him one card and said something. He wrapped roses in brown paper and gave it to her.
She kept roses in her bag and hung the bag in the bag hook of her vehicle. She gave him some money and smiled at him. She even ruffled his hair. She is very compassionate. She was talking with him but then suddenly she looked everywhere searching for someone.
After a moment of looking everywhere, she continued talking with him. She bade him bye and went towards her way. I feel happy seeing her smile and radiant face.
We both were also on our way to the airport. We reached the airport by 10:45 am. We had boarded our Private jet at 11:00 am. We have a private jet. Jet has 2 bedrooms as well as a small kitchen with washrooms.
Jet is divided into 3 major parts. It is on two floors. The upper floor has two master bedrooms. The ground floor has a small kitchen and a seating space with reclining chairs. It also has a small dining room as well as a common washroom.
Riya and we both settled ourselves. We both were discussing the business and also doing some office work. After 4 hours of files, presentation and all, we had our lunch. After lunch, we had some nap. After the nap, we both freshened up and were chitchatting.
I wanted to ask her about Rajeev. I thought of knowing about her feelings for Rajeev. I'm sure Rajeev likes Riya. First I want to know about her feelings then I'll ask Rajeev about his. I don't want any awkwardness between my sister and best friend.
"Riya, what do you think about Rajeev?" I asked her.
Listening to Rajeev's name, a blush appeared on her cheeks.
"Why Bhai (brother)?" She asked.
"Riya, you know that you can share anything with me. I never differentiated between you and Shreya." I said.
"I know Bhai (brother). I always liked Rajeev. He is very calm and understanding. He never treated me as Orphan. He was there whenever I had any problems. I feel safe with him." She said.
"Riya, are you sure that you only LIKE him?" I teased her.
"I think so." She said while blushing.
"Bhai (brother), how to know that you are in love?" she asked me.
"You will know when you will fall in love. For everyone the feeling and realisation are different." I said thinking about her.
I closed my eyes. Whenever I close my eyes I see Radha but today instead of Radha I saw a café girl.
Her beautiful doe shaped eyes were filled with sparks. Her long luscious dark hairs. Her pretty smile adorning her lips. Aaron, stop thinking about her like this. Soon you will get married to Shraddha. You shouldn't think like this for someone else.
But how can I see her face instead of Radha? This café girl is creating some unknown emotions in my heart.
Riya broke me from my reverie. I hugged her and kissed her forehead. Soon you will realise that you love Rajeev. I thought in my mind. Looking at her face a smile formed on my face. I decided that once I return from New York City I'll talk with Rajeev about Riya.
We reached at the evening of 5:30 pm according to New York time. I wanted to inform mom that we reached but I can't call her now. It will be 3 am in India. We reached the penthouse suite and decided to rest for a day. I dropped a message to mom stating that we reached.
{NYC is 9.5 hours behind IST as in Indian Standard Time. 10 am in India is 12:30 am in NYC. The flight takes approximately 15 to 16 hours from India (Mumbai) to NYC. If the flight is at 11 am in India which will reach NYC at 3 am IST. The NYC time will be 5:30 pm on the previous day.
The time when he leaves from Mumbai - 11:00 am in IST Wednesday is 1:30 am in NYC Wednesday
The time when he reaches New York - 3:00 am in IST Thursday is 5:30 pm in NYC Wednesday
He is having his meeting on Thursday according to NYC time as he received mail/call on a Tuesday evening by NYC time}
Gauri Kumar
I and Sush decided to meet the priest today. We both met each other and went to visit Siddhi-Vinayak Temple. It's a very famous temple in Mumbai of lord Ganesh/Ganpati. We prayed for our children's future. We then met the head priest of the temple. We both gave the Birth time and birth date of Aaron & Shraddha and asked him for suitable dates.
The priest gave us two auspicious dates for marriage. One date is after 6 months. Another date is after a week. He told us that after a week there is an auspicious date which comes once in a long time. The couple who will marry on this auspicious date and time will lead a happy and long-lasting married life. They will have love, trust, respect, and understanding for each other.
After listening to Priest's words we both wanted the after a week's date. We don't want to miss such an auspicious time. We thought of discussing the dates with our families and then decide what to do next. After that, we both went to a restaurant for lunch. Sush told me that for some important office work Aaron went to New York. She said he will come within a week. We were chatting about our past and present life, about our children's.
After coming home I called Girish and discussed the dates. I also told him what the priest told us. He said to me that he is ok with the wedding after 1 week. I called Sush and told her about our decision. She also said that Shekhar Bhai is also happy with the date. The date is finalized. Aaron and Shraddha will get married after 1 week.
I'm happy that My Radha got the perfect life partner and a loving family. I'm also sad that soon after a week she will leave us and will go to her new home....................