Hello People,

Long time ,No see with an update. Hope all is going well for you. I know I am late and I am not offering any explanations this time. I needed time and frame of mind to write which unfortunately were not in sync from past  few days. 

Good News..I am getting back slowly to writing.This is the start of it.

 A little part ,with more to follow. May be I got greedy and didn't want this story to end...because I am already Missing Swasan from this story but I will try to close soon.

Without further ado ..here is the epilogue #1.

Happy Reading. Do let me know your thoughts.

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It was a mutual decision. There were no second discussions on the same.When Sujata checked if they should re arrange the marriage with all rituals since it didn't happen under amiable situations last time,Swara and Sanskaar refused.They exchanged a glance, they both knew their decision.

It was Swara, who first said she holds no less value for the marriage that happened and deems it to be complete in every way.She held Sanskar's hand and added ,they might not have taken vows but vows are just words Its actions that lend meaning to the words and Sanskaar fulfilled every vow with not a single word said. That is what matters.

Sanskaar felt immense pride at that moment looking at Swara. He would have least objected if Swara opted for a re wedding, after all a happy wedding would be every girl's dream,but deep down, he shared same sentiments as of Swara.

It was a sacred moment for them, a moment to be treasured that way.It might not have started well ..but it's end that matters and they are just a step away from their happy ever after.

No one objected the new couple's decision but Sujata wanted post marriage rituals to be proper. It was decided Swara would have all the rituals starting from griha pravesh, rasoi rasam, Mooh dikhai on muhurat decided by pandit which Annapurna is already checking on and suhaag raat at night.

"Can we just skip the rest and go to the last one?I don't think I can wait " A naughty Sanskaar murmured to Swara who poked him gently in ribs, hiding her blush.But the real fix came in as muhurat was decided for next day . Swara needed a place to stay that night and baadi looked like the best option.

Next morning she would be leaving to sasural with all 'riti riwaaz'

Swara was reluctant to step into baadi though she had this urge to meet Ragini. She expected her at airport but she didn't turn up much to her surprise . A check with Laksh ,he looked troubled

" I don't know bhabhi .." was all he said.

It was Sanskaar who told her ,Ragini moved out of house and is staying at other side of baadi . It had been tough for her to cope up with revelation of dadi's vile face .She had been feeling guilty and blaming herself to be reason for all that happened to Swara.

It was then, Swara decided with no doubts ,she would stay with Ragini and clear few things. She can't let her sister suffer for dadi's misdeeds . Sanskaar seconded her. He told Laksh to drive Sujata back from airport and he would drop Swara in baadi, join them at MM.He placed a quick call to Ragini and updated about plans.

As they drove to baadi, Swara turned to Sanskaar , "I Just hope Ragini is alright.! I am worried Sanskaar. I was so lost in my own worries I didn't think of what she might have gone through.How selfish of me? and .."

She paused as Sanskaar placed his hand on hers."Don't worry ,Sab theek ho jayega .I am sure, once you both meet things will fall back into place." A little squeeze on her hand and assurance in his eyes was all she needed. She nodded with a little smile.

As they reached Sanskaar stopped the car a little away from baadi . A surprised Swara looked around.

"Sanskaar ..hum yaha kyu ..?" Before She could say a word further , a gentle tug and she was locked in his hands staring into his eyes , so black and deep which at this moment sparkled with mischief. As usual Swara found her eyes locked with his ..lost in them.

He bent closer , his breath brushing her cheek sweetly.

"Let me bid my wife a proper bye" He whispered in low tone with a dash of huskiness which always raced her heart.His fingers traced her cheeks in light strokes,"This is the only night I am letting you stay away from me. From tomorrow your everyday and every night is mine, Mrs.Maheswari." He murmured softly ,now their faces just a breath away. Swara nodded already feeling breathless and closed her eyes with a sigh at press of his lips on hers .It was a slow soft kiss ..and drugging.He wanted more and the way Swara was responding,he never wanted it to end.

It had always been her ardent ,passionate responses, the way she melted in his hands which snapped his self control and drove him crazy. But now he had some lines to draw. He drew back very reluctantly.Swara opened her dazed eyes and was about to complain how she was expecting a long hard kiss..but she didn't have to.

"Ab ye mat kehna itna chotu sa kiss.."Sanskaar grinned reading her mind, "Don't tempt me Ok! Bahut muskil se control kiya hain..waise bhi I don't want you to step into baadi turning beetroot red which I can already see colouring your cheeks.." He stroked her cheek softly with teasing smile. Swara lowered her eyes smiling and looked up at him who at this moment was staring at her with deep adoration.

"Apna dhyaan rakhna ..I am just a call away, Ok!"

Swara nodded.

"Please don't get emotional and cry so much.You know I can't see tears in your eyes.They trouble me .." He added quite serious.Moved,Swara nodded again and leaned on to him feeling his hands wrap around her. One minute he can be such a teaser , next minute passionate lover and now a caring partner.

"I love you Sanskaar " She whispered softly and he kissed her forehead in answer ,embracing her close.

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Ragini stood right outside baadi waiting for Swara. A Message from Sanskaar, she rushed out. She would have loved to meet Swara at airport but ..Laksh would be there too. She is in no mood to see his face ...not when she is still nursing wounds given by him.

As soon as Swara stepped down ,She had Ragini right in front of her,smiling and teary eyed .Equally emotional ,Swara reached out to hug her. There were no words, just silence and tears of happiness.

Sanskaar stood watching the meet of "Swaragini" and smiled .He always admired their bond .As the time passed both of them seemed in no mood to end the emotional reunion. Sanskaar cleared his throat interrupting their revivre and they broke apart wiping tears .

"I know it's sisters time ..but have some mercy on this a poor guy as well.." Sanskaar remarked smiling which in turn had both sisters smiling as well.He pulled out Swara's trolley from car,handed it over to her.He had his apprehensions about Swara staying in baadi especially with Dadi and Shekhar around , but he didn't want to deny ,Swara and Ragini needed this time. He was sure Ragini would be able to handle them well as opposed to Swara who rides high on emotions.

"I will make a move now" he looked at Swara who gave a gentle nod in agreement , joined by Ragini.Sanskar got back into the car ,watched them both walk into baadi . After a minute Swara turned back knowing ,he would be right there .

Sanskaar smiled and signalled he would call her.  Swara smiled back nodding and waved bye.

Driving back all Sanskaar thought was ,"This night is going  to be a very long one."

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As They stepped into baadi , Swara stiffened at the sight of Sekhar who looked as if he had been waiting for her ..and she knew he wanted to talk. But did she want to ? Was she prepared?

Before she could think further , a glaring Rgaini held her hand "'Chalo Swara' She dragged her to other side of baadi .sending the message across quite strongly to Sekhar .

It's not going to be easy

Later in room Swara watched a happily chatting Ragini .It was no secret for near ones of Ragini that she is a woman of few words unlike Swara who had a tag of chatterbox during college days. But what bothered Swara was Ragini's unusual behaviour..she didn't stay at place and moved around room ,chatting continuously, picking up stuff ,placing it here and there.. repeatedly.

Restless was what Swara would term it. Ragini had always been 'Suffer in silence' kind when it came down to her own pain whereas she never hesitated being vocal or putting up a fight for her loved ones.Right from the time Sanskar mentioned about Ragini's guilt trip, she wanted to have a discussion on the same but Ragini never broached it up and acted like all is fine with her ..when it was not.

Yes, It was not. She had been living in her own personal hell all these days. Revelations , Accusations and her own guilt eating her up ..Ragini suffered within. She didn't have anyone to talk or share her miseries . The news of Swaras come back filled her with a sense of joy .Finally, someone dear, but she didn't want to weigh down Swara with her woes and remind her of past tragic events when she is about to start a new phase of life leaving bitterness behind .But the feelings bubbling inside were not letting her stay in peace . She didn't want Swara to know her state of mind. One keen look into her eyes she would know ..Hence the act.

Swara decided she had enough. She simply walked up to Ragini and held her hand. Ragini fell into silence immediately.

"What is it Ragini ? apni behen ki nahi batavoge?" Swara's gentle probing was enough for Ragini to break into tears ,she had been holding back yet she didn't fdcd Swara .Her head hung down she spilled out .

"I am sorry Swara ..I didn't know Dadi would stoop to this low .I feel cringe at thought it was for me she did all this. She tried to ruin you ,'for me' ..I just don't know ..I ..,"Her voice broke piece by piece .About to offer some comfort, Swara's every word died when Ragini looked up into her eyes, full of tears.Swara felt of pang of pain.

"You ..You don't think I ...I have a part in this? Do you?" Ragini asked her voice trembling.

Swara simply stepped closer and wound her arms around her in answer. "Don't I know my sister ?She would never dream of harming me, even in her dreams.She is the best sister I can ask for ,My Ragni." Swara murmured in a soft voice, her hand slightly rubbing ragini's back in a comforting gesture, " You never have to doubt .I will always trust you Ragini."

Those words acted like a soothing balm on Ragini's wounds. Her tears spilled out as she hugged Swara back, taking in all the comfort she offered.

It was after a while as sisters caught up on their updates ,Swara noticed Ragini turn grim at the mention of Laksh hinting a trouble in paradise and she didn't seem comfortable either to discuss.Swara didn't probe further and decide to let it go to night. That is when Parvati Gadodia walked in guilty .She is yet to apologise to Swara and this felt like a right moment at baadi.

Swara's face fell at the sight of Dadi.How much she rejoiced the Acceptance of her .It even hurts to recall it's all fake ..A farce .Was she prepared to hear her ? May be not .Echoing her thoughts in actions a fuming Ragini placed herself between Dadi and Swara ,crossed arms her eyebrows raised in question.

Dadi muttered in a low voice about apologizing to Swara.Ragini laughed out. "Really Dadi! of course you would apologize since you have to get into good books of Swara . Your plans failed and she is bahu of Maheshwari's now and you don't have any other option .But I won't let you hurt her again.She is better off without you .So Please before I say or do something which I may regret later..Please Leave" Ragini made her intentions clear in a curt tone .

Dadi walked away dejected . The slam of doors on her face was enough for her to realise she lost both her granddaughters .

Swara hesitantly approached a fuming Ragini and expressed a concern about being rude to Dadi. Ragini shook her head. , "I know this Swara.One tear and a sorry from Dadi ,you would melt and forgive her and you would do the same to any one who wronged you ...but I will not let you do that. They should know ,you can't be taken for granted .They can't hurt you and then walk into your life like nothing happened. I will not let them forgot any sooner what they did ..and I will not let you forgive them soon as well, " Ragini finished in one shot and looked at Swara , " You need to learn Swara that not everybody is as good and plain as you." She concluded

Something crossed Swara's mind.

"Swara .. I know you always lived a dream of having complete family ,you believe in mending relations freely forgiving people but not everyone is deserving . I just don't want you to get hurt again." Sanskaar told her just before stepping out of the airport .

"I am an emotional fool Right! "Swara replied wondering how right he was!

He just smiled in return "No..It's just you are very good for this big bad world, but don't worry ...I am here to make sure no one takes' my shona' for granted." She loved ,how he held her close kissed her on forehead implying all he said.

With Ragini echoing same thoughts Swara smiled. She always felt Ragini and Sanskar are similar in most of ways, especially when it came down to her and Very protective and they know her much better.

"Anyways I promised Jiju ..I will make sure they stay away from you and will not make you cry more " Ragini added smiling.

"Acha! And what else did jiju saali talk about ? Mind sharing some secrets?" Swara smiled back cheerfully. Ragini nodded smiling widely and settled next to her

That night they chatted for long ..

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Next Morning ..

Maheshwaris came into baadi with great pomp making sure every eye turned towards them. Sujata, Ram and Sanskaar were the ones . Laksh was conspicuous by his absence . Ragini felt relieved by same.

"Mhari bahu ko ghar le jane aayi hoon," Sujata announced loud enough for Gadodia family to get the message .Bidding bye to teary eyed Ragini , Swara joined her in laws.

Standing near threshold of Maheshwari Mansion ..Swara felt a multitude of emotions surge through her . Same place where she dreamt of stepping one day as bahu ,same place where she was insulted and asked to leave and now how quickly things turned around . Now she is standing at same place all set to welcomed and loved with open arms.

It's all because of one person standing next to her holding her hand with his usual million dollar smile .Her husband Sanskar Maheswari.

Every instance the tides of time threatened to disrupt her life ,he always turned it around for her.

Breaking her thoughts ,Sujata and Annapurna performed aarti marking the 'grih pravesh' ceremony . Dressed in a simple red saree with heavy ornate border, draped in bengali style , Swara made her entry by tilting the kalash laden with rice with her right foot, then stepped into a plate filled with vermillion water and was asked to leave footprints across as she walked in. Annapurna explained this signifies that the Goddess of Wealth or Laxmi has entered the home, bringing success and prosperity to the groom.

Few steps into the hall ,her feet were off the ground, she found herself in arms of Sanskaar leaving her startled.

"Remember ..I promised ,"he murmured in a low voice.

It was then Swara remembered on the night of confession ,he carried her exactly the same way into the penthouse and promised.

Shaadi ke baad jab tumhara griha pravesh hoga two steps and you are coming straight into my arms " he told her .

When she asked sabke saamne?

"I give a damn to world when it comes to you," was what he said and he did mean it ..like always.

The spectators looked equally shocked first and broke into mused smiles which interrupted Swara and Sanskaar lost looking into each others eyes. Uttara and Laksh giggled hard making Swara blush . Sujata shot a look at Ram - Why don't you learn from your son?

"Taare ko uta avunga, main khud udd jaunga," Ram remarked smiling .Sujata walked off huffing to look after other arrangements. Sanskaar gently lowered Swara onto the sofa in the hall, smiled looking at her blushing cheeks. "You better hide your blush for our big night, Mrs Maheswari " He whispered teasingly and settled next to her.

A real surprise came for Swara when she was presented Shankha Pola bangles- traditional red and ivory bangles as per bengali tradition. It was Sujata who smiled and replied , she found about this from Anjana ..and they didn't want Swara to miss rituals of her roots.Swara felt overwhelmed Then she was gifted with plate full of sweets and a saree by Sanskaar in a ritual called 'bharan poshan' in Bengali indicating from that moment, he has taken the entire responsibility of his bride.

Next was Rasoi Rasam. Annapurna took Swara around the kitchen and gave her necessary ingredients. "Now you have to manage alone Swara. Call us if you need some help," she gently patted on Swara's head and left followed by Sujata.

Swara decided she would make two dishes one rice dish and a sweet. She already had recipe handy as told by Ragini last night. As she set on preparations, She found herself busy . It was then Sanskaar slowly peeked into the kitchen.

"Koi nahi hain matlab line clear" he rubbed his hands in glee. Finally he can snatch few private moments with his darling wife. His whole family especially ladies were busy in chatting. He slowly tiptoed into kitchen Swara was too busy to notice . It was only when two hands held her from behind she jumped and turned around to find Sanskaar mischief written all over face.

" Sanskaar ..Kya kar rahe ho ?"

"Apni biwi se pyaar kar raha hoon..aur kya?" Sanskaar gave a quick wink and grin.

"Sanskaar .. we are in kitchen " Swara wriggled in his hands looking around trying to free herself .What if Someone walks in ?

"Oh ! Really .I didn't know that "Sanskaar replied rolling his eyes " thanks for enlightening me ,dear wifey .Now can we please romance a little?" Swara opened her mouth to protest He pressed her close ,his fingers curving around her bare waist and moved around in gentle caress and Swaras every protest died down.His lips brushed her cheek lightly moved to her ear pressing little kisses

"I am starving from last night and I didn't even get to kiss you today morning." He complained and gave quick kisses over her face and nuzzled softly into her neck.

"San..s..kaar ...Koi..koi dekh lega" Swara tried to sound strict but somehow her voice came in faintly as she tried to hold back all sensations shooting up in her body.

"Like I care ..Main kisi se nahi darta" Sanskaar replied confidently showering more kisses. It was then Swara played a ploy of widening her eyes and saying badi maa Sanskaar quickly ducked himself below counter .It was only when Swara poked her tongue out he realised , he was duped

"Acha! Tho Sanskaar Maheshwari ke saath mazak ho raha hai." He grabbed her tight this time not willing to let her go. Annapurna and Sujata walked in at that moment baffled at sight before them and turned away smiling. Swara was first one to see them. She signalled him to look behind and mumbed saying 'Badi maa'. But this time Sanskaar was in no mood to listen "Like I am gonna fall for that trick again..haha ..No way ,"He laughed out, "Nobody can save you from me and now for my ..Kiss.." He leaned closer.

"Sanskaar.." Annapurna's voice came in.

Sanskaar paused, "Well ,that sounds so much like badi maa" He thought and looked at Swara who nodded yes partly amused and partly embarrassed .Sanskaar turned around only to find ladies of MM with their hands on hips and eyes raised in question who looked like they would pounce on him any minute.

"Woh ..Woh Badi maa, I was just helping her out ..I mean ..She has no idea how to cook So..I thought, I Will give her some tips and just show her around ki atta , Maida sab kaha hai .. " Sanskaar volunteered to answer hurriedly.

"Like you know how to cook ,Bhai,!" Uttara jumped in with a naughty smile . "Bhabhi why don't you let him cook. He is an expert .Haina badi maa !"

Swara giggled. Sanskaar threw a mock glare

Haan haan ! Annapurna walked in joining the teasing session" Exactly when we walked in I am sure you were whispering to Swara about Maida and atta ..Right! Sanskaar" Annapurna caught his ear.

"Ouch! Badi Maa.. "Sanskaar yelped in pain as he was pulled away from Swara.

"Kyu meri bahu ko pareshan Kar raha hai chore ,"Sujata took Swara's side "Tu Jaa yaha se usse apna Kaam karne de aur aas paas bhi aana mat" She issued a decree

In that way Mr Sanskaar Maheshwari was royally kicked out of the kitchen. From then Swara had a protection squad around her .Sanskaar sulked and brooded all time. " I Swear I am going for 1 year honeymoon or may be 2 years .. bas" He decided as a revenge.

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Promise ..Next part full of Swasan 

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