Chapter 20:

In the bustling throng outside the airport gate, Shreya's hands tightly gripped the steering wheel, her heart pounding with anticipation as she scanned the crowd for a familiar face. A sea of fans, adorned with banners and enthusiastically wielding signs bearing the name 'Daya,' eagerly awaited the return of their beloved star from his travels in the United States.

Daya had just returned to India after a six-month-long shooting for his first debut movie in the United States. His fans were eagerly waiting for him at the airport, and Shreya, who had been missing him terribly, wanted to surprise him by picking him up. However, they both knew that if they were caught together, it would create a scandal that could potentially harm both of their careers. Shreya, being a successful actress understood the importance of maintaining a professional image in the public eye.

Shreya: (Clenching the car steering wheel, taking a deep breath) Wow, itne sare fans uff... Daya sir hain hi itne ache hain to unke return ke liye itna to Banta hi hain(join her palm togeather)i just hope wo mujhe waqt ke phele na phechanle.

Suddenly, a collective roar erupted from the crowd as Daya emerged from the gate, flanked by his loyal bodyguards and unwavering managers. Rajat, his constant companion, trailed closely behind as they acknowledged the throngs of fans gathered before them. Rajat tactfully retreated a step, leaving Daya to bask in the adoration of his unwavering supporters.

Shreya: (Excitedly) There he is! Wow..(admiring him)He looks so happy to be back and dashing(her eyes twinkling)as always handsome hunk.

Daya with a warm smile and gracious gestures obliged photographers' requests for pictures and answered their questions about his experiences overseas, entreating them to continue their unwavering support.

Daya: (exclaimed happily)Thankyou so much(his voice echoing through the cacophony)I have missed India dearly. Your support means the world to me and (happily)Finally, I am back.

Cheers and hoots filled the air as an overwhelming surge of happiness washed over him.

Daya:(maintained his compose and style smiled cheerfully)My fans have been my beacon, my constant inspiration(his voice tinged with genuine gratitude)I know that they will always have my back. Thankyou and love you all.

Rajat:(whispering)Daya Sir, late ho raha hain. Let's get going.

Daya: Bye bye... thankyou for coming, love you all.

Daya bid farewell to his adoring fans, waving enthusiastically as he boarded his car, leaving Rajat to field the inquiries from eager reporters.

As the car pulled away from the curb, Daya sank into the seat, a sigh of relief escaping his lips as he relaxed his weary body and resting his head on the car seat.

He had just returned from an arduous six-month-long shoot for his debut film. His fans had eagerly anticipated his return, and Shreya, who had yearned incessantly for him during his absence, had planned a heartwarming surprise by arranging to pick him up herself which was informed to him by Purvi but he denied to do that as he was well aware that if their rendezvous were ever discovered, it would ignite a media frenzy that threatened to eclipse both their careers with shreya being remained hesitant to publicize their budding romance.

The familiar sights and sounds of the city streets filled Daya with a sense of contentment as the car navigated its way through the bustling traffic. He was overjoyed to be back home.

Daya: (Thinking) I've missed this city. The streets, the people, everything. It feels good to be back.

Driver watches Daya from the car rear view mirror as Daya felt the gaze but ignored the feeling and took out his phone to call Shreya but her phone keeps ringing without an answer. He texts her, but the message doesn't get through.

Daya: ( impatient) Driver, please car ko Shreya ke ghar lelo?

Driver : (Denying his request with build up voice) I'm sorry sir,(daya looked at him from rear view mirror feeling something off)mujhe ek schedule follow karne ko kaha gaya hain.main gaadi koi raste pe nahi le sakta.

Daya:(annoyed) Rakesh kaha hain, wo tha driver?(driver was silent as daya drop message to Rajat and Abhijeet about driver being suspicious and tried to peep front)Tum ho kaun mujhe batane wale ki mujhe kya karna chaiye? Tum bas wo karo jo kaha gaaya hain.

Driver without answering speeds up the car, and Daya gets shocked looking around suspiciously as they reach an underground bridge and the car gets hold. Daya tried to open the door which were still locked.

Daya:(confused) Ho kaun tum aur yaha kya ho raha hain?

Driver:(Smiling peeping through the rear view mirror)mujhe lagta hain abh aapko apni relationship public karleni chaiye Daya sir.

Daya was stunned to hear the voice as he held the driver arm turning and the cap falling down the driver head and daya seeing Shreya as she turns around, revealing herself in a driver's costume.

Daya:(Shocked and overwhelmed)Love?

Daya hugs Shreya from behind the seat with excitement and overwhelming with seeing her and loving her surprise to pick him up in disguise from within his fans and crowds.

Daya:(smiling)Jab se tum mujhe mili ho hamesha bhagti rehti ho aur aaj mujhe leke bhag aayi.

Shreya:(smiling held his hands) I missed you Daya sir aur itne waqt baad aap aaye to ye to banta hain.

Daya couldnt control his excitment and jumps into the passenger seat, cups Shreya's face.

Daya:(adoring her in her driver costume)You look so cute in this outfit.

Shreya kisses Daya forhead wrapping her arms around him.

Daya:(happy)Mujhe yakeen nahi hora tumne mujhe aisa surprise diya, i am thrilled.

Shreya:(smiling)Daya sir (roam her finger around her face)Aap ho itne special. Jab aapke fans itna special way aapka welcome kar sakte hain to main kyu nahi.

Daya:(held her finger with intertwine their palm togeather)Janti ho wapas aake tumse milne ki khushi wo bollywood debut karne se kayi zyada hain.

Shreya(smiling perk his lips)Mere liye bhi aapka saath sabse zyada important hain.

Daya:(pulling her closer)Mujhe nahi pata tha ki mere dur rehne pe tum mujhese itna pyaar karogi.

Shreya:(blushing)Mujhe aapse aur dur nahi rehna aur nahi aapse chupke chupke milna hain

Daya:(Shocked)matlabh?

Shreya:(hesitating twililt her hair behind her ear as Daya held her hand looking at her on driver costume)hum sabko bata dete hain ki..

Daya:Hum date kar rahe hain?(she nodes)publicly??(she again nodes smiling)

Daya was thinking something as she looks at him confused. He perks on her forehead as cups her face with kissing her passionately as she wrap her arms around him.

After a while daya was resting his head on seat with looking at shreya as she was rubbing her fingers.

Shreya:Kya soch rahe hain aap?

Daya:(thinking for a while)Tumne jaise kaha waise karte hain. Let's go public with our relationship(she smiles)but(she was confused)let's do it on our terms.

Shreya:(confused)Matlabh?

Daya smiled as their phone start ringing and both smiled looking at the screen with Rajvi names respectively flashing on their screen with their disappearance.

Shreya:(driving as Daya was adoring her clicking her pictures)Daya sir kitne videos aur pictures lenge?

Daya;Jitne lu utne kaam hain.

Shreya:Sir, aapne "Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyara Pyara" script padhi?

Daya;(smiling toching her cheeks)Jab tum uski main lead ho to mujhe script padhne ki kya zarurath hain?

Shreya:(smiling shaking her head)Par sir aap jante hain na wo bohut bada hit show hain aur hum uska squeal karne wale hain and ek saath as leads to mujhe.

Daya;Yakeen nahi ho raha hain ki ye ek sapna hain?

Shreya:(nodding)Haa sir, aapke saath kaam karna jaise ki ek actor ke liye garv ki baat hain.(smiling clenching the streaing)Mere liye to aur bhi bohut badi baat hain kyu ki aap mere personal saathi bhi hain aur professional saathi bhi.

Daya brushed his finger against her cheeks as she felt ticklish.

Shreya:Sir focus..

Daya;(flirting)wahi to kar raha hu.

Shreya galres at him from corner of his eyes as he laughs looking at her.

Daya:Adorable Love.

He laughs as shreya drive to their destination as they senaked inside the agency with help of Rajvi without getting caught by reports standing iutside the building.

In this secret encounter, Shreya and Daya managed to surprise each other and rekindle their love, despite the challenges they faced. Their decision to go public with their relationship on their terms marked a new chapter in their lives, filled with love, trust, and understanding.

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The days went as Tarika and Abhijeet have just welcomed their first child. The baby is a replica mixture of both parents, and Abhijeet is overwhelmed with joy and pride. They are surrounded by their close friends, Dareya and Rajvi, who are also excited to be a part of this new journey in their lives.

The group of friends, including Tarika, Abhijeet, Dareya, and Rajvi, have been patiently waiting for this moment of happiness and success. They are all working together as production, crew and cast of the popular TV show, PKDH season 2. The positive response they have received so far has brought them happiness together, and they are enjoying the bond they share.

During weekends, Dareya and Rajvi spend time with Abhijeet and Tarika, helping them with their new parenting responsibilities. Abhijeet is grateful for their support, as his work schedule can be demanding, and he wants to ensure he has enough time to bond with the little one. Dareya and Rajvi adore the baby, and Daya dreams of starting his own family with his girlfriend, Shreya.

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Boys night out:

It's a Friday night as the group of friends - Abhijeet, Daya, Rajat, Nikhil, Kavin, Sachin, Dushyanth, and Vansh - are gathered at Daya's house for their monthly boys' night out. The atmosphere is relaxed and filled with laughter as they catch up on each other's lives over drinks and snacks.

The group is gathered in Daya's living room, enjoying drinks and snacks. Abhijeet, who recently became a father, shares his experience with the group, discussing the pros and cons of parenthood. His stories give the single members of the group a new perspective on family life, sparking conversations about the balance between enjoying their single lives and considering starting a family.

Abhijeet: (smiling) Guys Main bata raha hu becoming a father has been the most rewarding experience of my life.(all smiles as he rubs his eyes)But it's not all sunshine and rainbows, you know? There are definitely some cons to it.

Rajat: (giggling)Like what Abhijeet sir?

Abhijeet:Well, for one, you have to sacrifice a lot of your personal time. And let's not forget the sleepless nights and the constant worry about your child's well-being, Tarika to itna dust dekhti hain to ghar pura sher pe utha leti hain. I must say its difficult.

Nikhil:Par sir wo pyaar aur khushi jo milti hain wo worth the diffiulty hain.

All nodes smiling to Nikhil as now he was the part of the group, he had been making amends and ways for his brothers misdeeds.

Abhijeet: Absolutely. Ye rishta jo bache aur parents ka hota hain na it's truly special.

Kavin: Correct, ask me.

He smiles as he share his shed of worries and happiness. The conversation shifts to other topics, and the group enjoys a few laughs.

As the night progresses, Daya decides to share some news with the group. He reveals that his secret relationship with Shreya, which the group has been aware of for a few months, is about to become public.

Daya: (clears his throat) Suno,Mujhe tum sabse kuch important news share karna hain.

Rajat: 'Aap itne serious lag rahe ho? sab theek hain na?

Daya: (nodding)Well, tum sab ko pata hi hain mere relationship Shreya ke saath, right?

Kavin:Haa bilkul, how can i forget..

Daya:(Smiles)Right. Well, I have some news. Our relationship is about to become public.

The group is shocked, and they exchange worried glances as they express concern about the potential consequences and the impact it may have on their careers.

Sachin:Daya sir, are you sure about this? As i am not part of your industry but maine bohut relationship dekhe hain so are you ready to face the consequences?

Dushyanth:Yeah and what about shreya? is she ready?

Daya:I understand your concerns,But main ready hu iske liye aur maine shreya se baat ki hain iss baremein and she is ready as well and we're prepared for whatever comes our way.

Abhijeet: (smiling)Tujhe pata hain, Daya, I went through something similar and i trust be prepared and dont you dare to leave shreya hand.(Daya nodding smiles)what ever happens it's definitely worth it.

Nikhil:Well, I am the happiest(lowering his head)I am sorry for what ever happened but i wish happiness for both of you from bottom of my heart.

Daya: I know, thanks Nik.

The group offers their support to Daya, and they continue their boys' night out, discussing the challenges and rewards of life, love, and friendship. Daya remains determined to face the situation head-on, with the support of Shreya and the encouragement of Abhijeet, who is happy to see his friend going through a similar experience to his own.

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PKDH set:

Shreya was seating along Daya waiting for the set to get arranged for the next shot.

Shreya;Mujhe bohut tension ho rahi hain sir.

Daya;(holding script)Humare beech misunderstanding ko leke?(shreya looks at him as he shows the script)aane wale scene ki baat kar rahi ho na?

Shreya;(shutting her eyes)Sir, main aapse kal raat ke awards show aur usse phele mera phela meet and greet even hain. (stare at him)Main uski baat kar rahi hu aur aap ho ki.

Daya;(releasing)ohh OK

Shreya:(glares at him keenly)Huh?? OK matlabh? Sir main bohut nervous hu, aap samjh nahi rahe ho meri baat.

He smiling smirks and held her hand shocking her, while she look around worried.

Shreya:Daya sir aap kya kar rahe ho?

Daya:(rubbing her palm)Shreya,focus on me(She loks at him)ye tumhara phele award show hain jismein tum kayi series ke liye kai different roles ke liye nominate hui ho?right(she nodes)to nervous hona to correct hain(smirks)agar nervous nahi hoti to problem hoti.

Shreya:Sir par mera phela meet and greet hain(nervous)Pata nahi koi aayega bhi ya nahi, mere pet mein butterflies wo ajeeb feel ho raha hain.

Daya:(cups her face)Mujhe laga tumhe ye feelings sirf mere saath hi aate hain.

Shreya:(Worried)Sir, please yaha log hain aur aap?

Daya: Practice kar raha hu shoot ki and pur jodi is being loved by fans. Dareya naam diya gaaya hain hume. Yaad han?(She smikes)Love, hum leads hain iss show ke bhul gaayi and log humari jodi ko pasand bhi bohut karte hain. (She smiles looking his soft flirting skills)Love correct time hain humara relation public karne ka.. kya kehti ho?(winks at her)

Shreya:(brush her finger in his hair)Main to kab se tayar hu aap hi kadam nahi badha rahe ho..

Daya pause at his place sensing shreya breathe around him as she smiles at him and crew around them were so mesmerized by their chemistry.

Rajat:(wishpering to purvi)Marvayenge ye log hume.

Purvi:(frowning)Khud to publicly affection display karte nahi ho, jo kar raha hain usse rokna chatein ho?

Rajat: (looks at her)Pur tum samjho na Daya sir ki movie ka stress chal raha hain, promotions, iss series ki shoot, photoshoots and all

Purvi:(glaring)Wo to shreya ke saath bhi hain and Raj main uske saath saath 7 aur clients ko deal karti hu so dont give me that excuse..

Rajat:(Sighing)Pur.. please listen to me..(she jerks his hands and move away as he sigh sadly)Daya sir ka plan ke chakar mein mujhe time nahi milra. But kal ka ek din then everything will be back to its place. Pur i will make upto you.

He looks at all the crew and cast stealing glances at Dareya who were reading the script and having personal talks with Daya talking personal things as they blush and flirt with eachother.

Rajat:(looking around)Wow kya rehearsals kar rahe hain.

Everyone nodes their head with agreeing to Rajat as Purvi glares at him for giving excuses.

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The event and stage was ready as shreya was talking on call with Daya pacing in her vanity van.

Shreya:(worried)Nahi sir, mujhe bohut dar lag raha hain.

Daya:Love tum karlogi.

Shreya: hmm...

Daya: Tumne jo mujhe picture bhejhi usmein bohut preety lag rahi ho, dekhna iss event pe koi tumhe propose na karde.

Shreya:(smiles at his words with nervousness getting disappeared)Sir mujhe yaha pata nahi koi aaya bhi hain ya nahi aur aap ho ki.

Daya: You are a star my lady luck bas tumhe realise nahi hua hain.

Shreya: (smiles)Sir aap mujhe acha feel karne keh rahe ho right?

Daya: Nahi seriously kehraha hu,agar tumhe kisne propose kiya to kya karogi?

Shreya:(smirking teasing)Sir ye mera phela event hain so proposal accept karna padega warna theek nahi lagega.

Daya: ohh ok.

Shreya:(thinking something)ek minute aap kaha ho?

Daya: (trying suits)Award show ke liye suit dekh raha hu, phele jo select kiya tha usmein koi problem aagayi.

Shreya :(smiling)Ohh ok.

Purvi:(knocking)Shreyu chal time hogaya hain.

Shreya:(nodding)Sir, main jaati hu aapse award show mein milungi.

Daya :All the best Love.

Shreya:(nodes)Thanksyou sir.. I love you.

She disconnects the call smiling as take deep breathe and walk outside the vanity towards the venue.

The venue was decorated with her big bill board pictures and her name and in between the mall a small stage was arranged with seats and some seats in front for fans and media. The bodgards were standing around the fence area guarding the safety.

Shreya was shocked to witness the crowd cheering with her pictures and banners hooting for her looking at her with admiration. She lived for this moment, she paused at her place squishing the moment in her heart. The moment she worked for, the appreciation she waited for was finally infront of her.

She waved at all as the event started with question and answers, She took her seat infront of audience and vast table singing events with banner hanging back of her mentioned "Shreya Kapoor" Meet & Greet. Some fans coming on stage for autographs and taking pictures with her. Some got gifts for her and some goodies. She was living the moment with Purvi being the happiest for her.

As the end came to an end, the host had some fun session time with her as she was overwhelmed with everyone around. Her smile had worn alot of hearts and her personality won alot of peoples love.

Host : Thankyou everyone for the event as we know Shreya maam has a award show to be attended so we would be taking leave,(looks at shreya)shreya maam if you have any thoughts about today. Would you like to speak few words before we wrap up.

Shreya: (smiling)Thanks to eachone of you for making the day special for me, this was really exciting for me and i was very nervous par aap sabke pyaar ne mujhe himat aur hausla diya so thankyou dil se.. main..

Fans were stunned with seeing a star making his way from within the crowd as shreya stop inbetween her speech witnessing Daya standing infront of her holding a book and pen with a bouquets of roses in his hand. Fans started taking pictures and videos with shocked expressions as they kept glancing at dareya and whispering among themselves.

Shreya stood at her place as Daya smiled at her winking and forwarding the flowers towards her.

Daya :(s miling)Miss. Shreya Kapoor I am a very big fan of yours, could you please do me the favour of signing this for me.(shreya was shocked and surprised as she kept looking at him while he winks at her back,she felt butterflies in her stomach and the world stopped for her. Her dreams her wishes everything she manifested has been fulfilled today)Miss.shreya...

Shreya:(stammering)ohh yes..yes...

Daya pass her a book as she open it with sign glancing around in nervousness as Daya kept staring at him and everyone kept talking the pictures with whispering among themselves.

Shreya paused looking at book with tears forming in her eyes, Daya leaned towards her and held her hand taking out the ring from the book.

Daya : Just say yes(she looked at him with tears of perals in her eyes)Jawab dedo haa ya (he looked at her)Maine sab tayari karli hain,(nodes his head)let be one Family Miss.Shreya kapoor.

Dareya looked at eachother with people around started cheering for them hearing Daya confession and girls drolling over him for amazing confession and proposal ever. Shreya looked around with dareya feeling happy hearing the cheering and chants.

Say yes..say yeas...omg omg.. Daya and Shreya together???

Shreya held the pen with marking on "yes happily living with Daya" and Daya held her hand sliding the ring in her finger and taking out a infinity necklace and tied it around her neck.

Dareya..Dareya...Dareya...Dareya...

Shreya smiled as she hugged him and people kept cheering.

Daya:(wishpering in ear)Bhag chalo mere saath warna ye log jaane nahi denge hume.

Shreya: I love you Daya sir..

Daya:(tightly gripping her hand in his)I love you too..

Shreya noded with both running away from their,fan and media kept capturing their photos as Rajvi clapped and people joining for Dareya happienss.

The media, news, social media was filled with the public proposal and fans were overwhelemed with the news. The award show has been breaming with alot of eyes due to the breaking of news as every star was quesyion about Dareya budding romance. Abhirika, Vansh, Kavin, Nikhil, Freddy and Rajvi were very happy with the news.

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Here I end this chapter, My plan was to end it here with little more story but now as the love for the story we will have more 2- 3 chapters coming your way.

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