I wish my life had a rewind button. I would just go back to the time when I did that to my love, my life for something which she wasn't even lying about and left her alone in such a condition. But then that's what people say that regretting won't lead to anything but taking another chance for the same would.

Last night, she didn't even look at me with the same eyes that she used to before. Now, they were only filled with hatred. Why wouldn't they? I had made such a big mistake in the past. She has every right to look at me like this. But one thing I noticed was that she has really become heartbroken. Every single time I look at her attentively, I can clearly see into her soul, which is numb. Numb because of me to her surroundings.

I think my decision that time has caused a lot of trouble inside of her. The way she behaved yesterday was completely different from how she used to with me earlier.

Adulthood does comprise some changes, but I know Kyra so well that the change in her isn't because of this. It's because of my stupidity.

I have to do something because last night's date didn't go really well or should I say it was the worst. But today, I am going to her father's mansion because he called me saying that he is going to listen to her response in the presence of everyone doesn't matter whether it is positive or not. His father doesn't even know what I did to her because if he knew, he would've never discussed about the proposal with my Dad and would've strangled me to death instead for causing pain to his daughter even though we were both young at that time.

I really wish her decision was positive because I only wanted her to be my wife and her to love me again like she did before. But it's nearly impossible. Why would she agree?

And here I was, ready for the most dreadful moment, which is going to decide the most important part of my life and heart and is itself being decided by the most important person of my life and heart. This could possibly change mine and Kyra's life completely. There's only a chance that I need, and I am hoping she'll give me that.

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I woke up groggily due to my alarm blaring from the past 5 minutes. I don't know why I even set the alarm up knowing I love to sleep.

"For the love of God, let me sleep." I groaned, trying to find the alarm with my eyes closed on the nightstand.

Due to the carelessness, I accidentally applied unnecessary force to it, which resulted in it falling down on the floor that caused a shattering sound.

"Oh my God! You fell again, Kyra? How many times have I told you to walk with your eyes open after waking up, but you never listen to me." Dhruv shouted as he entered my room with a panicked look on his face.

"Stop with the shouting, Dhruv. And no, I haven't fallen down." I replied, frowning at him.

"You literally gave me a heart attack due to the noise. Mind telling me what it was about?" He raised his eyebrows at me.

"The alarm clock fell when I was trying to shut it down." I replied, looking sheepishly at him.

He glared at me in return. "It's the sixth time you have done this. I was the one who replaced it last time you'd done this and that too for 1000 Rs."

"Well, thank you very much. I am sorry that I will never be able to repay those to you as I am not as rich as you. Now, if you'll leave me alone, I have to get ready for the day." I said, bowing my head down.

"Yes. Now that is another reason I came here for. Dad has invited Ahaan for your answer because he wants him to be here when you give your decision. Also, he will definitely want a proper explanation for everything, so be ready. I hope you've decided and a good explanation as well." He said, being serious, which is so unlike him.

"What is happening these days? Why don't I get to know about things the right time?" I asked, barely controlling my anger.

"Now is not the time for all this. He is about to arrive for breakfast, and you haven't even bathed. Go get ready and please look presentable." He replied.

"You should be the one worried for your appearance. I always look good." I glared at him.

"One more thing, Sarah called, but you didn't pick, so she told Mom that she is coming to visit you. Mom said yes because she thinks it's important for her daughter's best friend to be here with her in this situation." He said, shrugging his shoulders.

"My phone's battery must be dead." I muttered.

"Yes, now go we don't much time." He replied.

"Oh, and am I looking good? Handsome, right?" He twirled in front of me as if he's wearing a dress although he was wearing formals.

"You never care about how you're looking. So what's the matter?" I asked, furrowing by eyebrows.

"No, wait! I know why you are asking this. It's because of Sarah, right? God, why don't you just ask her out already? It's been ages, and you both are still not together." I huffed at him.

"Excuse me, Madam. When did I say I am asking this because of Sarah? Don't make up things unnecessarily. I was asking because I wanted to make a good impression in front of my future brother-in-law." He replied.

"I haven't told my decision yet. So stop calling him your brother-in-law. And the most important thing of all is that you are not meeting him for the first time. You two were practically best friends." I said.

"Stop it. You are speaking too much these days. I really need to tell Mom about this. Now, if you'll have a bath and get dressed because you are literally stinking." He said, scrunching his nose.

"Dhruuuuvvvvv!" I shouted, and he ran outside the door of my room laughing his ass off.

I don't know what Sarah sees in him. He's basically a child trapped in a man's body.

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Around 30 minutes later, I was standing outside my bathroom in front of my full-size mirror, twirling here and there with my lingerie on thinking what to wear for this so-called 'decision'. I guess it's a big deal for Dad as to why he has called Ahaan here. Don't know why, but I am already fed up with all this when it's just the beginning.

Groaning, complaining to myself, and searching in the closet for a full 10 minutes, I decided upon my floral print crop top with sleeves that reached my elbow and paired with my white pants. Picking up a neck chain and sandals whilst simultaneously doing my routine makeup, I was ready.

After getting fully satisfied with my appearance, I went downstairs for the worst moment one could ever experience. I am just hoping that whatever I am going to decide will make Dad proud and will even make my life better.

I know I'd somewhat decided in the past that I won't get married ever and that too a stranger, but here I am about to choose whether to get married to my ex or not.

"Kyraaa!" And here comes my bestie. I am sure she is going to take my class for not informing her of anything.

"Hey Sarah. I missed you." I replied, hugging her.

"Missed me? Oh stop it bitch. Didn't even consider telling me such a important thing. I think you don't even consider me your friend. My chidhood is probably wasted because of you." She said angrily.

"Hey, stop the drama. It's not like that. I myself got to know about this yesterday and afterwards went on a date with him and then straightaway to sleep. I didn't even get the time to think about anything." I replied pouting a little.

"You are lucky that I love you. Now tell me who is the unlucky guy who has to marry you?" She asked wiggling her eyebrows at me.

I then heard someone laughing at this. I looked around for the source of laughter and my suspicion was correct. It was none other than Dhruv.

"What? Don't you have some work to do? Always finding chances to disturb me." I glared at him.

"Well, you see I am the boss. So I can do my work whenever I want. And right now the most important thing for me would be meeting my unlucky brother in-law." He replied smirking at me.

"Not again. You both are same. Perfect match for each other." I said.

Dhruv coughed awkwardly and Sarah glared at me.

I just shrugged at them.

"You miss, still haven't told me who is the guy?" Sarah pointed at me.

"You'll soon get know how my life is going to crash in a few minutes." I replied scrunching my face.

"What do you mean? I am not able to understand anything." She replied looking confused.

"Just wait till he comes." I said with a known look.

"Okay. I just hope he is handsome enough for you." She said happily.

"Looks won't even matter in this case. Just wait and watch." I replied huffing.

"Whatever. I just want the best for you." She said.

"And I want the same. Why don't you just go for it?" I asked her in return.

"What are you talking about?" She replied acting confused.

"You very well know what I am talking about." I said with a known look.

"Kyra it's never going to happen. You know how my parents are planning for my marriage. And it will be strictly arranged as I have already told them I don't have anyone in my life at present." She replied sadly.

"Sarah it's never late. You have still got plenty of time." I said stating the fact.

"Oh god. You are so stupid. Today is your day and here you are trying to mend my love life. Such an idiot you are." She said trying to change the topic.

"I have nothing to do. Just to wait till he comes and will tell these people my decision." I replied.

And at that point only I heard Mom shouting my name.

"Kyra. Come in the dining room. He's here."

"Coming Mom." I shouted over.

"And here goes nothing." I muttered as both Sarah and I went towards the dining room.

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As soon as we reached the dining room all four of them, Dad, Mom, Dhruv and Ahaan were already seated and Ahaan had his back in front of us so neither Sarah nor I could see his face. I wonder how Sarah will react after seeing him here.

"Good Morning Mom and Dad." I said smiling at them.

"Good Morning Kyra. And good morning to you too Sarah." They both replied.

"Morning uncle and aunty." She replied smiling.

"Come have a seat. We are just having our breakfast and then we'll proceed with the further talks." Dad said.

"Okay." I replied.

Looking at the dining table I noticed there were only two options for the seat. One beside Dhruv and other beside Ahaan. Sarah and I looked towards each other with a mission. Mission who will sit where?

I immediately sprinted towards the seat beside Dhruv not waiting for Sarah or caring about their 'bond'. I only wanted to stay away from Ahaan. But still I was slow because I found Sarah had already beat me to the seat beside Dhruv.

I raised my eyebrows and glared at her.

She smiled sheepishly at pointed at the seat beside Ahaan. But the thing was that she hasn't looked at him to know it's Ahaan. How am I going to sit beside him?

"Kyra why are you standing there. Go sit beside Ahaan." Mom said

"Yes Mom." I replied defeated.

Looking in his direction I saw a smirk playing on his lips which I badly wanted to rip off.

I just keep chanting in my mind that I hate him.

"Good morning Kyra. I hope you slept well." He greeted me so politely when I sat down and I know all of it is to impress Mom and Dad.

"Morning. Yes I did afterall we had such a wonderful date." I replied smiling tightly although I wanted to punch him straight in his face.

Ahaan quite understood my emotions and behaviour so didn't question any further for which I am once glad about.

Looking forward while plating my breakfast I saw Sarah gawking at Ahaan and turned in my direction with her mouth agape and eyes widened.

I shrugged at her.

She pointed at me indicating to explain everything. I mouthed 'later' to her which she accepted. Dhruv raised his hands towards her chin to close her mouth. She awkwardly smiled to him to which he smiled and waved as if it's nothing. Well in my opinion it is. They look so cute together.

I am suddenly in thoughts that what is going to happen with my life, my heart once I am going to agree to this decision?

Looking at Dhruv and Sarah, it's like how a relationship should be. But I think I'll not be able to experience all this.

And then my thoughts again went back to my experience caused just because of him which I never want to remember.

Reminiscing those moments made me feel hatred again.

Dad, Dhruv and Ahaan continued to talk regarding business. Mom and Sarah were talking randomly and here I was in deep thoughts hoping nothing too bad would happen after this.

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