The Beginning of Chaos.

" Everything has a energetic beginning but mine was a chaotic. "

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AHANA'S POV

" I can't grandpa! Dad!. I don't wanna get married. I am still 29. "

" That's what I am saying. You are 29!. Girls marry at 22 or 24. You are 5 to 7 years older. " My Dad said.

My family only consisted of my Dad, grandpa and grandma. My Mom died giving birth to me. I had only seen her photo. But I am absolutely sure that I am perfectly like her. She was the most beautiful and strong woman on Earth. I miss her with all my heart.
Mom... Wherever you are I know you are watching me and you are with me always.... I wanna just tell you that I LOVE YOU... and I MISS YOU...

My Dad didn't marry again. He loved my mother a lot. He loves me too and I love him more than anyone else but life has been too difficult for us.

He surely is the MD of the 'Sehgal Enterpriseses' and had become the #1 buisness tycoon in the country, as a person he was very introvert. He had always showered me with love and never considered me less than anyone. I was given the best upbringing and I didn't demand anything more. And more than anything else I had my Ma, aka my Grandma with me.

I was an IIM pass out with absolute distinction. Companies were dying to give me jobs but my grandpa had already appointed me as a manager in the Sehgal's. Of course family buisness. And I did very well for the company.

Within 2 years I was anounced the CEO. They had faith in me which I didn't let down. The company was touching the Sky and was in its best condition since its start.

We were a family but I didn't share a strong bond with anyone except my grandma. She had always been there for me despite her age. I was interrupted in my thoughts.

" Ahana, where in the world are you lost? Can't you hear what we are saying. " My Grandpa was shouting. He was really agitated.

" Ma... Please ask them to atleast consider my request. " Grandma gave an appealing look to them. But they seemed impervious to all.

" Look, I don't need anymore arguments. It's just one thing that we have asked you to give us. It's for your benefit and think about the company Ahana. Think about the profit. And he is a good man. You have known him since you were a teenager. " My Dad said.

" I have never even spoken to him. If you consider only glancing at one other in buisness meetings or parties is knowing each other then it's pathetic. It's marriage. We don't even love each other. "

" Then do you  have a boyfriend? Do you love someone else? Answer me Ahana ? "

" What if I do? " No... I didn't have a boyfriend. I wasn't even dating someone officially. Frankly I didn't have any friends here. I had one but far away. So I was single but I needed something to defend myself.

" Then forget whoever that is. And you will have to live with him. With love or without it. "
So I failed in my plan to fool them.
Hard Luck Ahana....

Saying so both my Dad and Grandpa left.
While leaving grandpa said,
'' Remember Ahana, we have just asked for one thing. That's Final. No more discussion. "

I was left with only Ma. I hugged her and cried. Yes, they did just ask for one thing from me. But it was more than anything else in the world. They were just dealing me off like a buisness deal. I don't even know what the other person feels and thinks. I don't know why this merger even needs to take place. We were doing the best in the whole country.

When I asked grandpa all he replied was you won't understand. It's important.....
... I am the CEO of that company how could they ignore me.

Ma took me towards bed and patted me. I asked her to leave. Even she must be tired. As soon as she left I got up and went to the bathroom. I cried my heart out. It felt good. When there is pain in our heart, it lightens as tears find their way out.

" So, Ahana. Be ready your new life awaits you. Don't forget you are doing this for your family. "

I was talking to myself now. I had to be strong. I have to think about my family and the ' Sehgal Enterprises'. This marriage will do wonders to it. And I was the one who has to do this.

                           ***

I woke up early. The entire pillow was still wet. I was not able to sleep well. Tossing and turning the entire night.
I changed and went downstairs for the breakfast. Everyone was already present there. I gave my full performance of excellence . I smiled and tried to be warm as always.

" Morning Guys. "

They seemed surprised. But then hushed their feelings. Giving me warm smiles.

" Ahana, we will be going to the Raichand's this eve. Please wind up your work early and be in your best look. They want that the bride and groom must see each other. "

The word bride and groom made me shiver. I didn't want to get married forcefully. But I wasn't given a choice.

" Of course. Ma will help me get the best dress. Isn't it Ma? "

She gave me a surprising look and then nodded. She must be thinking that what brought a sudden change of heart overnight.

But sweetie... MIRACLES do happen Overnight.. Don't they... Maybe this may not be a Miracle but I won't call it a Curse for sure...

In the evening I returned home early. I was not at all excited to meet them but I had to pretend.

" Ahana, You don't need to do this. Please. "

Ma was helping me get ready. I didn't answer.

" You can run away. They are too mean towards you. Time has been cruel. It has drained them out of emotions. You are an independent woman. You can do well for yourself. You can always live the life you have imagined for yourself. I ll be very happy wherever you go and be safe with a huge smile on your face. "

" It's easy to say, Ma. But it's very difficult to do. And running away.... Ha!! Run away from my family. I don't even have many friends. I have only you in this world. Running like an coward so that people can see how fragile, weak I am. Even the boy must be going through all this. I am pretty sure he must also not want all this to happen.
Run away from all the hard work I have given to this company. Never.
I ll fight this and try to make our marriage work, I promise. Although if it's on the foundation of some business. Of course relationships can't be made on buisness deals. But mine is and the world will see that there is nothing in this world of which Ahana Sehgal is not capable of. Be it getting Married to a Stranger. "

I know that I was saying too much but I needed that to make me feel strong and you know what, it felt better.

Ma was crying. I tried not to cry and be strong. I won't cry anymore. I have done good for myself till now and will do so in the future. I ll live my life what I have planned for and work hard.
We gave a warm hug to each other and it was the best feeling in the world. To be near someone whom we Love dearly.

                             ***

The Raichand's was a huge mansion. No doubt they must be too rich and powerful.
We were welcomed with drinks.
In a minute Mr. Yashraj Raichand along with his son Mr. Raj Raichand came. I had seen both in our business meeting.
Ansh was no where to be seen. Yes I knew his name. Ansh Raichand. My to be husband.

'' Hello. Mr. Rajveer Seghal. " That was my father hugging Ansh's father.

'' Hi, Mr. Veer Seghal." That was  my grandpa hugging Ansh's grandfather. No doubt both the families had so much in common. Even the names of the father son were connected to each other. That surprised me a lot.
I wonder why Ansh had such a different name.

Also from what I knew Ansh's mother died too after giving him birth. We had so much in common. He didn't had his grandma. Poor guy had no mother love at all. I really pity him. I didn't know how she died.

" Welcome Mrs. Seghal. Welcome to the Family. " My grandma's name was Sita. She really was that divine. I doubt how she managed grandpa. He loves her and obeys her till now. They are love birds.

I was forging a smile when all the reunion thing was going on. I felt I was out of this family thing.
I had started speaking to myself too much now.

" Oh! Ahana. You are looking amazing. " Was it necessary? It was Ansh's Dad. My to be Dad.

" Thank you uncle. " I said. I have met him but it was always for formal reasons.

" Don't call me Uncle, dear. Call me Dad. Ansh does so and so will you. "
So it had already begun. I can't even imagine how the things are gonna change.

" I must say Rajveer. We are lucky to have a daughter in law like Ahana. We really are. " Mr. Yashraj was saying.

" I swear she is luckier. " My father replied beaming.
I must say I am the unluckiest of all.

" Ahana Dear, you must be bored. I forgot to say that Ansh is waiting for you upstairs on the terrace. " Mr. Raj said.

" The maid will escort you there. And yes Please don't take too long or else the dinner will get cold. "

Everyone was laughing. Ma gave me a approving look. I think grandpa saw it.

" Ahana, he's your husband. You don't need anyone's permission. " Dad said. Why is that he always has to act like this. It was my marriage and I had to be excited but turns out that except me everyone else is overjoyed.

Already bonded together before even meeting one another. Suppressing the awkward feeling, I followed the maid. I hadn't even seen his face properly before. We never have interacted with each other even in the meetings. Our dads always did the work for us. I didn't know what kind of a person he is, my husband to be. I wish all turns out to be good. A good conversation is all that we need now.

Fingers cross and let's hope for the best.

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