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{the part where our leads reach a
Truce }
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Swara woke up and found herself tucked cozily in a warm blanket … all soft. As her eyes and mind cleared from sleep, she realized it was her room. Last, she remembered, having a heated session and then breaking down in the arms of Sanskaar Maheswari.

And she didn't mind. All these years, She never realized she needed an outlet. . It was on one night after a few months of tragedy, she swore to herself, she had enough of shedding tears. She had been going so long with all the pain and sadness bottled up.

But somehow Sanskaar seemed to touch her in ways, she didn't hesitate to be vulnerable with him. It must be sometime in the morning he might have dropped her back, Swara thought as she went on with her daily routine.

Since she had decided to shift, there are few things to close on from the last place.

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Before Few hours

Sanskaar didn’t want to part,  not when she was breathing peacefully in his arms … or was it his selfish need to hold her for a little longer, either way, he delayed. The contentment and peace he felt curling up to her, even a single minute was worth stealing.

But,  he knew time was running out. The implications and questions it would draw even if it is his family. Yes, His mother might have had a hint about his feelings for Swara, but no one knew how deep they ran … and how fast she was becoming a need for him. Not even Swara or him either?

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That morning

Stealing glances at the breakfast table … was becoming a ritual, one he came to enjoy. The little joys of courting, Sanskaar smiled. He will have to wait till he can have Swara alone to whisk her off. She sported a loose white tee and boyfriend jeans … choosing comfort over style. Perfect for a casual outing.

“Do you have plans for today, Swara?”  It was Laksh and Sanskaar felt his musings interrupted.

 “I mean... If you don't we can hang out. I can offer you a respite from your  boring boss.” Laksh winked at Sanskaar and smiled. He loved nothing more than irritating his brother. “ I can be quite entertaining, "Laksh offered, adding charm.

No! Those two letters danced on the tip of his tongue, “She would be busy with me. Not just today but for a lifetime.” That would make a wonderful tagline, Sanskaar thought,  but before he could say a word, Swara took over.

“Sorry Laksh, I have some plans. Some other time?” She offered sweetly. 

‘Plans? Sanskaar frowned, that he didn't know of ?’

 “Actually! Swara looked around,  “Since I have decided to take up the housing offer I have few things to settle at my old place aur mujhe packing ka bhi dekhna hai …so I just thought…I will visit …” 

“No!" The voice boomed around the hall, crystal clear. Swara didn't have to think twice. Her eyes moved to Sanskaar, as did everyone at the table. His eyes were fixed, intent on Swara.  “Not alone. You really didn't think you could roam around alone in that place. Did you? You are coming with me.” He declared.

In other scenarios, Swara would have jumped to tag along with Sanskaar, but given his defiant tone, she felt irked. Why was he treating her like a kid who was gonna get lost?  “No, Thank you, Mr.Maheshwari," she said with a little restrain, “ I think I can manage.”

“Oh yeah! Sanskaar mocked, “ I have seen how well you can. That night. You must be nuts Miss Bose if you think I am letting you step alone,” 

“I don't need a babysitter “ Swara countered glaringly. 

The audience at the table watched the show in silence …which included Durgaprasad Maheshwari too, but neither Swara nor Sanskaar was in the mood to back off.

“Well! I don't mind babysitting.” Sanskaar lips curved up slowly, ”especially you, Swara Bose.

And I am not giving you an option here.Ab argue karna bandh karo . Finish your breakfast, and pick your bag. We will take my car.” And he was out of sight, just like that.

Swara wanted to stomp her feet, break something and throw a temper tantrum, but she knew better. She finished her breakfast in silence and walked back to her room.  It was after they were out of the mansion, Laksh turned to his dad  “ Are you sure you want to get these fireballs together, Dad?” 

Dp just smiled in answer.

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By the time, Swara stepped out, Sanskaar stood leaning to the car,  tapping his watch impatiently, muttering something. And somehow her anger seemed to turn into a smile. Bossy, but caring. Cute in a way. And how handsome he looked in black & black.  A simple tee and jeans. 

As if he sensed her presence, Sanskaar looked straight at her and then gave a slow, devastating smile.

She felt her heart flip, then leap. Damn you! Swara murmured under her breath and made her way to the car. The door opened for her with a smooth click. 

“I thought you might have some other plans, Mr. Maheshwari,” Swara tried to appear unaffected by his charms as she slipped into the seat. The door closed and Sanskaar leaned down to the window catching her off guard. His gaze raked over hers as if he was trying to read those eyes …which fascinated him utterly, the play of those caramel and honey shades…

His hand smoothed over her cheek and felt her breath quicken. “ You should know, “ He tipped her chin up and his lips brushed over hers softly“All my plans these days include a certain Swara Bose,” He whispered, tasting a little more of her sweetness, "And I am not complaining.” He closed his lips on hers with a sigh.

For a few minutes, the world seemed to fade away. He kissed her delicately, just long enough that he could inhale her breath, feel the warmth of her skin, and the taste of her…

 Sanskaar pulled back a little breathlessly.

”We should make a move, “ he said in a clipped tone and curbed every temptation to finish what he started

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As they took off, Swara sat in silence still reeling the aftereffects that little kiss left her with. It was nothing fiery or blow -your- mind- kind of kiss. A simple and sweet one, but she felt it left a strange hold on her...of him. The thought,  this man could rattle her senses..with nothing but a smile and a mere brush of his lips against her skin…

She looked at him who looked equally lost, she wondered if she had a similar effect on him. Yes. He confessed in the cabin that night, but sometimes it felt … she was far deeper into this. 

“I am sorry, I overreacted yesterday” Sanskaar broke the prolonged silence. 

“I shouldn’t have made such a statement. I am sorry, ” Swara replied earnestly.

“I shouldn't have given you such an impression. My fault.” Sanskaar said feeling bad as he recalled her failed attempts and the tears in her eyes last night.

“I thought we made up, " Swara said with a hint of a smile. She didn't like his self-reprimanding mode and It was time she switched the topic. And she could see it worked as he turned to her with a glint of mischief in his eyes.

“That we did … “ Sanskaar smiled, loving the blush spreading over her neck and cheeks. He knew they both were thinking of last night. And God knows he could do it again. He blushed at the direction of his thoughts which no way are in control around Swara Bose. 

What a test of will … he sighed.

Well! He had some plans …and this night would be simply perfect, but he frowned. It had every way of going wrong. He just has to wait and see…

And the day already felt long.

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