Reyhaan's PoV

I have been driving continously for the last two hours and all these while what I noticed is her eyes didn't move away from me.

"Drooling over me?" I asked unable to handle the excitement.

Her mouth opened shockingly and eyes widened. Before I could tease her more, she quickly withdrew her eyes from me.

I might have gone through tough times for this day. But I am happy with the result. I got her.

She was very quiet after that. Her eyes on the scenery outside the window.

"Reyhaan, where are we going?" She asked suddenly.

"You trust me, right?" I asked softly.

"Yes, more than me." She answered making me smile.

"Then have a good sleep. You are very tired."

"But Reyhaan..."

"Hey, shhh.. Just remember one thing. Wherever we are, you are safe with me." I assured her once again.

She nodded her head with a smile. With that she leaned back on the seat while closing her eyes.

"Have some sweet dreams."I said for which she chuckled. I smiled at her innocence.

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Roshini's PoV

"Roshini, wake up baby." I heard him.

With great difficulty I opened my eyes. I saw him very close to me which made me suddenly nervous.

"We reached our destination." He moved away from me for me to see where we are.

I looked around to finally realize we are infront of a huge beautiful house. I couldn't see find more features since it's very dark. Probably midnight. How many hours did I sleep in the car? Was he driving all these hours? I found him gesturing me to enter outside the car. I did so.

"Come Roshini." He held my hand tightly.

That's when I remembered something. Something that is very important. How did I forget that?

He gave me a confused look.
"Now what?"

"I am sorry. I forgot to.."

"Forgot to?"

"Happy birthday Reyhaan." I pecked his cheek making him surprise.

Not only him, I too got surprised at my act. I just kissed him. I remembered the last time when I kissed him, he gave me a similar expression.

"Now what? Don't ask me for a gift. May be next year. You didn't even tell me prior that it's your birthday." I pouted.

He smiled before pulling me to his chest.
"You have given me the best gift of my life."

"When?" I asked unable to control my curiosity.

"You came with me. You trusted me. And you are all mine now. Nothing else can make me as happy as I am with you."

My heart fluttered at his statement. He slightly kissed my forehead.

"Did I say this before? You are very beautiful today."he said making me blush.

Breaking us from our trance, the lights of the house turned on. We moved apart before someone sees our embarassed face. I wonder whose house must be this. A man opened the front door of the house and Reyhaan asked me to follow him. 

"Finally you are here. Welcome Mr. & Mrs. Reyhaan."A girl out of nowhere welcomed us.

Mr.& Mrs. Reyhaan?

My cheeks became red.

"Reyhaan, I am glad that you remembered me  out of all your friends." The man hugged Reyhaan.

The girl smiled at me. I smiled back.

I was still in confusion, but he was talking to them casually. As if he knows them from a long time.

"Hey idiot, you haven't even introduce us to her." the man said looking at me and him.

"Oh, I am really sorry. I have lost some of my nuts today for sure." Reyhaan said facing me. "Roshini, this is my friend Vijay. And this is Swetha, his wife." He introduced them to me and I greeted them.

"That's all for a formal introduction. But there is a lot more you have to know about us. May be later. Come inside. " Vijay said softly.

"Don't worry about anything.  Since I am Reyhaan's sister,  I can be your sister in law. No, that won't be appropriate.  How can I resist this adorable beauty? I am adopting you as my own sister." Swetha told pulling my cheeks.

I smiled at her cuteness and we hugged together.

We walked into the house all relaxed.

"Shall we have our dinner first? We were waiting for you." Vijay asked and we nodded.

Soon a lot of dishes were served infront of us. I understood that he had informed Vijay and Swetha about our arrival and they were prepared for this. When I was looking at him, he gestured me to eat. Eventhough I was not hungry, I ate along with him.

"Roshini, I am sure. This idiot wouldn't have told you about us."Vijay spoke for which Reyhaan laughed.

"That's because I wanted to surprise her. No evil intentions."

"It was him who helped me to marry Swetha when our families were in a war against us. Now it's time to get him hitched with his love. I am happy that I got this opportunity."Vijay said making us smile.

"And I am happy that I would be the sister from both bride and groom side." Swetha exclaimed.

We finished our dinner while chit chatting. I got to know more about Vijay and Swetha. They all were from same college. Best friends.

"Swetha, show her a room." Vijay said.

"Come Roshini." Swetha held my hand lovingly.

I looked at Reyhaan and he gestured me to go with her.

Soon we reached a room that is very big and looking awesome. I looked around with an opened mouth.

"What happened Roshini? Didn't you like the room?" Swetha asked.

"Is this room really for me?"I asked with my big eyes.

"Yes, any doubts? This is for you only. After all you are Reyhaan's bride. You would be treated like a princess."

How am I gonna sleep in this big room alone?

"Take a shower and I would bring you something for you to change into. You would be comfortable. Then you can take rest. You must be tired after the long journey." She said about to go but stopped.

"I am sorry. I only have sarees with me. You would wear that, right?" She asked doubtful.

"But I don't know to wear a saree."

"That's ok. I would help you. Tomorrow we can buy some nice dresses for you."she said and I nodded.

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Reyhaan's PoV

I was discussing tomorrow's plans with Vijay and we finalized everything.  It is too late.  I wonder whether Roshini has been slept now. She was very tired.

"Everything remaining is tomorrow. Now go and sleep for sometime Reyhaan." Vijay told me.

"Ok. Let me check Roshini for once." I excused and walked towards the room given to her.

I saw Swetha coming out of the room with a teasing smirk.

"You can't even live a single moment without seeing her. Isn't it? Oh my god. What a magic!" She started teasing me.

I felt to bang my head on some wall.

"Reyhaan, I must say how beautiful she is. I can never blame you for being around her like this."

I blushed unknowingly.

"By the way, would you let her sleep tonight? She needs some rest, brother." She said making a naughty face.

What the hell?

"Vijay, if you are not bored with your wife till now, then take her with you. Otherwise forget her."I shouted and she immediately ran away laughing.

I entered inside the room and my breathe got struck in my throat. The world stopped around me. I couldn't blink my eyes for once.

Roshini is breathtakingly gorgeous in a saree.

My god, she is a goddess.

I have never seen her in a saree before. Guess I should tell her to wear sarees more often.

She was looking at the mirror while biting her nails. I guess, she haven't seen me. Before she could notice, I slowly closed the door. I took small steps towards her. My heart was fluterring. She was nervous and tensed enough to be not aware of my presence. Before she can catch my reflection in the mirror, I wrapped my arms around her tiny waist quickly. She gasped under my touch. As expeced she was about to scream. I covered her mouth with my palm.

"Roshini, it's me. Do you have to scream everytime?" I asked withdrawing my hands from her. 

She looked at me amazed.

"Why are.. you here?" She stammered.

"Oh, you don't even want to see my face? Being in a new place, I thought you may want to see me. My mistake. I am going." I faked offended and was about to walk back when she held my wrist.

"Please don't go. I am sorry. "She said in her cute voice making me melt instantly.

I smiled and cupped her face.

"You are mesmerizing me in this saree. Truely an angel." I said for which she started biting her lips nervously. She completely became red. I kissed her cheeks and she blushed more.

"Reyhaan, I think I should change into something comfortable."

"Why baby? You are perfect in this saree. Don't be nervous." I patted her cheek.

She hugged me.

"Tell me, did you like being here?" I asked.

"Hm" she nodded.

"What about Vijay and Swetha? Did you like them?"

She again nodded.

"Reyhaan, are we going to stay here?" She asked anxiously.

"Why did you ask? You don't like staying here?"

"What if we burdens them unnecessarily? Dont misunderstand me please. I hate that feeling. I don't want to trouble anyone."

My respect for her has only increased.

I know why she told me that. She had only seen people in her life who treats her as a burden. Nobody was there for her. To show some love.

"Roshini, we aren't gonna stay here forever." I said and she nodded.
"See, I understand you. But you don't need to think about Vijay and Swetha like that. They are our family and this house belongs to me as much as it belongs to them. Both of them treats me as a brother, not just best friend."

Her face fell down.
"I am sorry."

"Wait, didn't I tell you already I understand your feelings? I am enough capable of taking care of you without anyone's help. I can fulfill all your wishes. But I may not be able to provide you a family. A family you always dreamt about. Because my mother and sisters don't accept you. I neither care. But atleast I can bring you to my people who actually respects you. My friends and extended family."

She smiled finally.
"Reyhaan, did you call your mom?"

And that's it. My smile faded away.

"Didn't you hear what she said? She neither cares for me nor my happiness. Why should I call her and get you insulted again?" I asked unbothered.

Deep inside I was trying to control my feelings. I knew that my mom would protest against this. I was preparing myself to face the worst. But neither did I imagined that she would deny me as a son.

How could she tell that she don't have a son hereafter?

A mother-son bond is fragile upto that extent?

Why did she use all those words on my Roshini?

She is a mother of two daughters and how could she insult a poor soul like that?

I was battling with my own tears when she cupped my face with so much of love.

"Reyhaan, nothing can change the truth that she is your mother. You should forget everything that she spoke out of anger."

"Roshini, she doesn't care for me. You know how Rithu married Praveen. It's a love marriage and mom wouldn't protest then. And Ria is getting married to her love next year. Mom is really happy for that too. But am I not allowed to marry the girl whom I chose? With my love? Doesn't my happiness matter to her?" I asked more to myself.

"Rithu bhabhi and Ria chose someone who matches your family status. And you chose to love a maid girl who is nothing infront of Suryavanshis."she spoke tears brimming her eyes.

I felt extremely sad. I held her shoulders.

"You have everything, Roshini. A big heart. I didn't look for anything else in you. And you have me. Your Reyhaan. Don't speak like this again. It breaks my heart.  More than my own mom broke me."

"I wouldn't.  I promise." She caressed my cheeks.

"Now you go and sleep. I would be in the room next to you. If you want anything, don't hesitate to call me." She didn't allow me to complete.

"I am scared, Rehyaan. To sleep here alone. See, how big is this room."

I chuckled.

"You don't need to be afraid. I would leave only after you sleep. Come here." I dragged her towards the bed and made her lay.

I sat next to her taking her into my lap.

"Good night." I kissed her forhead.

"Good night, Reyhaan. Thank you for this day." She closed her eyes with a smile. Probably to sleep peacefully for the first time.

Her hand still in mine. And my heart with her.

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Roshini's PoV

I woke up feeling sunrays falling on my face. I looked at the window where curtains are open.

Oops !

Did I sleep too much?

What would be the time now?

Whatever it is, I am nomore belongs to that hell and I don't need to worry much about that.

Yesterday's events flashed in my mind and I felt suddenly nervous.

I am with my Reyhaan now. He left his house and family for me. Being an orphan I understand how he feels to be away from his own people. But he did that for me. I would be grateful forver to him. For all that he did for me.

I was about to get up from the bed when that sight catches my attention. My jaw dropped seeing him sleeping on the sofa beside my bed.

He didn't leave yesterday. But slept inside my room. On the sofa. For me.

I quickly removed the quilt over my body and rushed towards him.

"Reyhaan..." I called for once. But he didn't respond.

Waking him up would be one of the difficult task for me in future. I smiled thinking about that. I tried again and after few more minutes he woke up.

"Good morning Rose" he said making me blush.

"Hm..good morning. But why did you sleep here? It was not needed. You could have sleep properly in the next room. Or else.."I stopped abruptly.

"Else?"

"You could have sleep beside me on the bed." I completed.

"I don't want you to get a sudden shock once you  are up, seeing me besides you. May be after marriage." He winked making me all red.

I stood up inorder to escape from his stare. But he held my hand and made me sit on his lap.

"Tell me that.." he demanded making me confused.

"What?"

"That you love me."

"I love you Reyhaan."I rested my head on his chest.

"Wow...you made this morning really beautiful. Thank you Roshini." He kissed my forehead and hugged me.

"Oh my god. It's already 8 am." He jumped up from the sofa hurriedly.

I looked at him confused.

"Roshini, I have some important works to be finished. I am going along with Vijay.  Don't worry. We would be back by afternoon. Swetha would take care of you."

I became sad.

"But Reyhaan.."

"Please understand baby. I know you would be tensed. But there is nothing to worry here. It's just a matter of few hours and then I would be all yours. And believe me, Swetha won't allow you to feel alone."

I smiled slightly.

May be he is having urgent jobs. I can't block him anyway.  He has done a lot for me already.

"First of all, let me take a shower. I swear you would be all surprised once I come back." He rushed into the washroom.

What surprise he is talking about?
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A few hours together and Swetha already became my close friend. More than a friend, she is a loving sister for me. She has that aura which can make anyone feel comfortable. She took care of everything. Never let me bored even for a single minute.

I didn't know that one day I would also get my own people.

Reyhaan was calling me frequently and enquired about me. His little gestures for me made me fall for him once again.

We have finished our breakfast and started waiting for them to return back. Meanwhile we had a small chitchat. She said to me about her parents, their lovestory and how Reyhaan helped them getting married. My respect for him has increased hearing about the risks he had taken for getting them united. I felt proud. He would do anything for his loved ones.

"Enough. Now you tell me your story." She demanded.

I thought for a moment before talking about myself. I told her about my grandparents, then how my parents treated me after their death, the way they tortured me, how Reyhaan came to my life, everything.

Hearing me she had tears in her eyes. I was confused.

"But why are you crying?" I asked trying to console her.

But she didn't stop.

"What's going on here?" That's when I heard Vijay already worried seeing his wife crying.

When did they come? I didn't notice actually.

I quickly moved towards Reyhaan and he held my hand assuringly.

"Swetha, why are you crying?"he asked.

"I don't know. I was telling her my story and suddenly she started crying."I said looking at both of them.

And then they both started laughing. Swetha threw them a glare.

"Don't worry Roshini. She is little sensitive. That's all. I would take care of her. You both have your own time." Vijay said taking Swetha along with him.

I hugged Reyhaan. I missed him very much.

"Relax. She would be ok soon."he patted my back.

"I missed you."

He was astonished at my words.

"I too missed you." he slowly pecked my forehead before handing me over a packet.

"What's this?" I asked completely clueless.

"For you. Your wedding dress." He said making me surprised.

"Are you serious?" I widened my eyes.

He held my waist and pulled me towards him.
"I can't wait to make you mine. My wife. Congratulations, you are getting married today."

I didn't know how to react on his statement.

"Reyhaan, how did you...."

Before I complete, he put his finger on my lips.
"Shhh...stop talking now. I have arranged for everything. A small ceremony at the temple. That's enough. Now go and get ready. Swetha would help you."

I was still on two minds.

I want this. I am sure.

But his family didn't approve me till now. How painful it would be for him?

"Roshini, what are you even thinking? Don't you want to get married with me?"he asked trying to decipher my hesitation.

"Yes. I want to."

"Then don't waste time. Don't overthink about anything. Everything would fall in place at right time. Trust me."he assured making me smile.

I opened the packet and took the dress out from it. It's a red color lehenga having beautiful designer works. I was mesmerized seeing how royal it is. I didn't even dreamt about wearing such an attire someday. There were some ornaments also in the packet.

I felt my eyes watering.

I am getting married.

With him.

He slowly wiped my tears.

"No, not now. I can't see you in tears. Please."he said and I nodded with a smile that reached his heart.

"Few more hours are there. For our marriage. This should be the happiest day for us. And I don't want you to worry about anything. Understand?"he asked.

"As you wish."

"So are you ready to be Mrs. Reyhaan Suryavanshi?"

"Always." I hugged him.

All that awaiting us nomore matters to me. For now, I just want to live this moment. A moment that is surreal.

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