Today's chapter is dedicated to my partner __aaaarya__ Aaru...my buddy, my partner, my official cover designer for every book I have written and will write, my 'Jaydaat ki unofficial heir' 🤣, meri adopted beti🤭.

Happy Birthday mere bachche ❤️
God bless you with the best of health, loads of happiness, tons of success, more love and smiles...
I love you the most and you know it ❤️

To all my dearest readers, Today's is a little longer than usual chapter to compensate for yesterday❤️
Hope you enjoy 😉✨

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Neiyat's POV:

'Daaaduuuuu see I made Kheer for you'

'Neiv Mamu...try this na...it's your favorite French Omlette'

'Areyyyyy Lavanya have this na...this halwa is made of dry fruits and no added sugar. Just banana's natural sweetness...I'm sure your diet will be intact'

And now everyone had begun the Sanchi worshipping in our house!!!
Why is she here???

This is exactly why I hate her. Since our childhood she's been the Miss Gracious, Miss Perfect, Miss sensible and Miss Kind and Humble...This is exactly what she has now been doing since last two weeks. In mere two weeks of she being here everyone was praising her like she's some Miss universe in beauty, Michelin star chef in cooking, Einstein in intelligence and talented like Christopher Nolan.

At times I wonder if she's appeared and not born to Musky Bua. Last I knew someone so perfect was a Disney Princess.

Everytime she is here my people become hers and I hate this.

'Hey Neiyat why don't you try the Halwa too' she began serving some for me but I was quick.

'Its fine Sanchi...I dont prefer namesake sweets...it's either full fat sweet or not...and anyways I'm happy with my Parathas...thank you Ishu Daadi' I quickly pulled my Daadi into a tight hug. My Daadi kissed my forehead.

Stay away from them Saanchi. They are all mine.

Just then I saw her Aahir walking in...he was still in his track pants and tshirt.

Is he not going to hospital today???

'Arey Aahir??? You still here?' Lavanya voiced my thoughts while Sanchi lunged at Aahir and hugged him calling that annoying nickname...

'Ririiiiiii!!!' I hate that!!!

'Riri didn't you tell them about the plans?' she asked and I narrowed my eyebrows... what plans???

'No Chichi...I first made sure my work is delegated so we can enjoy our trip... now that it's done we can go...guys we are going to Goa' he said at once and I almost spat my coffee and began coughing. My Daadi tapped on my head trying to make me drink some water and calming me down.

He is going with her???
Goa???
Is it like a date???

'You ok Neiyat?' he asked with concern and I simply nodded. While Sanchi continued...

'Actually Aahir and I have this routine since last 8 years that we go on trips...4 times a year...once in a quarter we go on trips exploring places...we have done it all from mountain climbing to beach vacations to desert safari... thankfully this year we are in India and I finally get to visit Goa...Riri's' long awaited promise to be fulfilled' she said hanging in his arms. And they both were smiling at each other.

While Aaru aunty said at once...
'Finally this girl's long awaited would be fulfilled... Aahir this time don't forget to guard her when she's drunk...last time I was tired of answering Musky...she was so worried after this girl was drunk like a pig and both of you were not receiving my phonecalls but then I breath relief only after I see you both sleeping in each other's arms in Aahir's room...awww my cute babies' saying Aaru aunty pulls Aahir and Sanchi's cheeks and Aahir shouts saying...

'Mumma ki kar reh ho yaar ...(Mumma what are you doing)' and rubs his cheek which went red and Sanchi was blushing

WTF!!!

'Yyyyyou you mean they both slept together Aaru aunty?' I asked at once. I knew my brains were going down the gutter and I must apply breaks to my thoughts but I couldn't stop.

To which all Aaru aunty did was pass me a death glare and rolled her eyes saying...
'Yes!!'

She didn't even care to explain!!!

Why should she explain you Neiyat???

Who are you after all!!!

But how can Aahir just!!!

Stop Neiyat none of your business!!! Stop!!!

'Awwww this calf of yours spiked my drink aunty...you know I'm a good girl' Sanchi said giggling to which Aahir pulled her ponytail saying...

'Hawwwww Jhooti (liar)...fine then we are dropping our Goa plans' he said and in one go she jumps in his arms saying...

'Ok ok sorry na Riri...I was just kidding .. and you know how much I missed you in last few months...I know I'm two months late from our actual trip date but we are finally going...just you and me... like always!!!' she said looking at his eyes and he smiled pulling her cheeks...

Just two of them???

'What do you mean by just two of them?' and then I see everyone looking in my direction.

Fuck!!! Was I too loud?

'Well Neiyat... Bhai and Sanchi always go on these vacations all by themselves...no one to interrupt... and anyways...Bhai has a handful of friends amongst which Sanchi is his most special one' and I don't know why I spat...

'And me?'

In one go again multiple eyes were on me...Aahir kept looking at me with a strange expression.

Shit embarassing!!!!

'And me ..I mean I love the plan...it's a great idea... anyways Aahir also needs a break!' I say and everyone smiles and goes back to normal.

Aahir's eyes were on me and he smiles too.

Damn!!! Did I just promote their stupid trip!!!

Gosh!!! This is worst!!! But then I hear Daadu voice out ...

'Well maybe this trip belongs to only Aahir and Sanchi but I think the rest of the kids must also go on a vacation... everyone needs a break...Luv has had a hectic schedule, Nikhil has been working non stop, Neiyat needs a break too... Aaryan would get a chance to make new girlfriends...I think you kids should go take a short vacation!'

And Riri and his Chichi couldn't say anything.

So we decided to go shopping to nearby mall, Aaryan and Nikhil as usual escaped where Nikhil attacked food, Aaryan kept flirting with girls. Vanshika was prepping for her exams so she denied joining us Lavanya couldn't join us as she had a shoot schedule. So it was just me and the Riri-Chichi besties!!!

I was already annoyed.

At times I feel this girl doesn't have any strength in her body, she keeps leaning on to him. Can I tie a stick to her for strength, what is she a fucking creeper???

I bought a few tshirts and sundresses while she kept showing every single dress to Aahir before purchasing it.

Is Aahir some designer or what??? Why can't she simply pick her clothes.

I was seriously annoyed but thankfully she got a call from someone and she quickly chirped something to Aahir and whispered something in his ears and left immediately. Before I could know she hugged me and ran from there.

'Where did she go?' I asked and Aahir said her classmates are here to meet her so she'll join us back at home. No worries you'll help me buy for my Chichi right!!!' he says so casually and given a chance I'd buy rags for his Chichi!!!

Crap!

I pick a few sundresses when she quips...
'Oh no no Neiyat..Sanchi prefers shorts and minis over these sundresses saying he begins picking a few jeans shorts and I swallow hard.

The length of the clothes he is selecting for her are smaller than his so called 'Chichi's brain size!!!

After selecting a few shorts and tshirts for her the saleswoman asked us for the size. Looking at Sanchi I thought she was a 32. She was too lean. I was about to say it when Aahir spoke up.

'Its 34 28 34!!!' and I gasp at once.

I am shocked and I look at him blinking non stop.

He...he knows her size???

But then what he does next leaves me numb.

'Mam along with this can you please show us a few a pairs of swim wear as well with some colorful scarfs please...' and I keep staring at Aahir with my mouth wide open while he looks at me and smiles like it's nothing and says...

'Actually Chichi had been to Capetown and then directly came to India. I'm sure she didn't carry her swim wear and then she'll go all cranky. This is the lingerie brand she prefers, and I'm sure Chichi would be comfy with their bikini collection too!!!' and I am left tongue tied.

I keep staring at Aahir in a daze as he selects 4 pieces of bikinis, some flowing skirts and multi colored scarfs for Sanchi while I don't understand how should I react.

Should I get angry? Annoyed??? Irritated???
I feel a strange pain inside my chest but then I try my level best to ignore it.

We go home and continue packing for our trip. We decided upon a road trip this time and we decided going all biking this time. We hired a few bikes and decided to begin early morning. My mind however was all clouded about how close Aahir was with Sanchi.

At night I waited for Aahir to come home to redress my hands but then I see another doctor who came to visit me. She introduced herself as Aahir's colleague and told me my hand was much better. She applied my meds and redressed my wounds while I wonder why hadn't Aahir come home.

Once she left I marched into Sehgal Mansion while Aaru aunty opened the door. She didn't seem very happy seeing me there.

It was obvious!!!
She hated me after what I did to her son!!! I don't blame her.

I greeted her and she nodded slightly and then I walked towards Aahir's room while Aaru aunty quickly said...

'Where do you think you are going Neiyat?' and I stopped on my tracks.

I could listen to her footsteps. She came closer and looked at me curiously then quickly said...
'My Aahir and MY SAANCHI have gone out for a dinner. It's been months that my babies spent some happy time with each other. So I sent them on a date!' she said and my lips quivered, my mouth parted apart but nothing left my mouth but then I finally asked...

'Dddate???'

To which Aaru aunty said it casually.. 'They love each other's company... They are besties since childhood days Neiyat... although Aahir is 4 years elder to Sanchi...nothing or shall I say NO ONE could come between them. Such thick relationship theirs has always been!!!'

I nodded.

I was numb!!! I didn't know what to say so I forcefully curved my lips upwards and said...
'Sure ..I....I think I....I must leave aunty' and began marching towards the door.

My eyes were going moist my chest was feeling heavy.
Things were going too fast suddenly.

Aahir wasn't talking much to me after she came. He didn't come to check upon my wounds today. A week ago it was him and me going to ice cream parlour but today it's him going on a DATE with her???

Wait!!!
It's you Neiyat!!! You came later.
Remember what Aaru aunty said...
They were childhood besties!!!

But I was still not understanding why was I feeling so uneasy, uncomfortable with their friendship.

Is it friendship??? I mean which friend knows your bra size for god's sake!!!
Aahir literally elaborated her figure.
And Aahir???
Why is it so tough for me to picturise him with a girl?
With any girl infact!!!

I blinked through my tears which I don't know how they appeared in the corner of my eyes and just when I was about to close the door Aaru aunty said something earth shattering.

'Neiyat!!! Don't be surprised if soon after your Goa trip Aahir announces that he wants to settle with Sanchi.

I anyways approve of their relationship and I think they just look perfect with each other!!!'

And the tears I tried to push back into my eyes escape down my cheeks.

I don't even stay back for a reaction from Aaru aunty and run from there.

I close my bedroom door with a thud and throw myself on my bed and I burst into tears.

Surprisingly I don't even know why am I crying but I just want to let this out. It's too much for my poor heart. I just want to cry.

Just then I hear a door knock and I quickly wipe my tears and open the door only to see Lavanya standing at the door. She folds her hands against her chest and looks at me curiously. She was staying at our place today as tomorrow early morning we are leaving to Goa.

'Done with crying and screaming or there's more to it???' she asks leaning against the door.

'I was not crying...soap went into my eyes!!!' I say hiding my face while she smiles saying...

'Sure and I am Julia Roberts!!!'

I walk towards the balcony and look outside not willing to face her while she walks closer to me and asks...

'Why were you crying Neiyat???'

This time I yelled saying...
'I am not crying!!!' and fresh tears spill out of my eyes. While Lavanya turns me around and says...

'If it's because of Aahir just accept it Neiyat...we all can see how much you hate Saanchi where as she is a sweet girl!!! ' to which I look elsewhere and say at once...

'Rubbish!!! I don't care if they are together or they are best friends or they date...I don't care!!!' and then Lavanya speaks up...

'And what if Aahir proposes Sanchi for marriage???' and my heart thunders at that thought but I don't react.

Lavanya smiles and speaks up...
'Think again Neiyat...is this the fear of loosing a friend or the emotion of loosing someone who loves you!!!'

And this time I'm seriously annoyed
'Look Lavanya...I don't care ok...I don't care if Aahir comes here or not, if he checks upon my wounds or not, if he has replaced me with his childhood bestie Chichi, or for that matter if he even marries her!!! I care a damn get it!!!' I yell with all my energy and next I burst into tears

While Lavanya smiles saying
'Just the thought of their marriage alone leaves you like this... They are way too close to each other Neiyat...I
Aahir has faced your rejection, he also needs a soothing shoulder, and knowing the bond Aahir and Sanchi share, I wouldn't be surprised if the Goa trip is followed by a surprise proposal followed by a Doctor Doctor wedding.

Aahir a cardiologist!!!
Sanchi a gynaecologist!!!
They are simply a perfect match!!!' and I shoot daggers at Lavanya and she smiles.

She holds my hands and says...
'If it hurts accept that it hurts!!!
If he is yours don't let him go!!!
If you have something in your heart for him just say it!!!
Don't let him go Nei!!! Don't let him go!!!
You are late but it's not too late!!!
I'm not asking you to stake a claim but atleast give a tough fight!!!

If they are Chichi Riri...you both also are a Aahir Neiyat...for me...you both are #Aayat which means blessing!!!
Come on fight for it babe!!! Fight for it!!!'

Saying she leaves the room and I am left with my thoughts.
I don't know how to react.
I keep looking at the sky, staring at the stars which once became the cause of our bond.

Friendship or more???
I don't know!!!
But yes!!!

Aahir is special!!!
Very special!!!❤️