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Chapter No 18: Soulmate (2)

Abhira was dolled up in a beautiful wedding joda of bottle green and royal blue color, her shimmery make-up and the beautiful green jewelery complimenting her.

I feel tired.

Abhira said, her voice barely above a whisper as she walked upstairs holding her heavy lehenga.

She sank down on the couch and rubbed her hands together breathing heavily.

Her phone rang. She let out a tired sigh and held her phone. She picked up the call and placed the phone in between her ear and shoulder.

Tired.

Hearing Armaan,s voice, a small smile tugged at the corner of her lips.

Very.

She said, her voice strained.

Bridal outfit mein bethi hoon main aur abhi pani mein jana hai.

Abhira said, her voice tired.

There was a beat of silence. They could hair each other,s breathes, their hearts beating in sync.

So khadusmaan haan?

Armaan asked from the other side, his voice teasing.

His deep voice sent a shiver down her spine and she felt a blush coloring her cheeks. She shook her head sideways to get rid of the shivers racing down her spine, her smile deepening

Haan.

He chuckled, the sound warm and hearty reached her ears and her grip on the phone tightened unknowingly, her heartbeat quickening.

Abhira.

Abhira,s breath hitched as she heard her name in his voice, her heartbeat stopped and she stood there unable to move. A trail of goosebumps started at the egde of her spine

There was a sharp intake of breath from Armaan,s side and he spoke

Happy birthday.

Abhira felt her heart swell with warmth, her breath left her in a whoosh and she opened her mouth to respond but the words refused to form.

Abhira rubbed her throat and spoke, her voice trembling slightly even when she tried to control it

Thank you Armaan.

With that, she cut the call and gasped for breathes feeling breathless all of a sudden, her cheeks were flushed with warmth as her heart pounded in her ears with a mixture of warmth and something else, a feeling she found herself unable to make out.

Later!!!

Dolled up in a pastel blue gown paired with a pendent, light diamond studs and half updo hair, Abhira looked no less then a princess.

Abhira walked down the flight of stairs smiling softly. Her brother hugged her softly and whispered

Happy birthday Meri jaan. May you live a long, healthy and happy life.

Abhira wanted to laugh at that but held herself back and responded with a soft smile

Thank you bhai.

Abhira said softly pulling away from the hug. She hugged her mother next.

Happy birthday Mera bacha. Rabb kare ke tujhe iss duniya ki sari khushiyan milein.

Akshara said caressing her hair with a soft touch and pulled back and kissed her forehead.

Meri bachi.

She whispered against Abhira,s forehead and moved back. When she reached out to cup Abhira,s face. Abhira shut her eyes tightly and clenched her hand as if in anticipation of something but she stilled when she felt Akshara cupping her face. She opened her eyes and looked at Akshara then, with a small smile on the edge of her lips.

Stay happy and healthy always.

She added and Abhira smiled softly.

Bahot pyaari lag rahi ho.

Akshara said softly and Abhira smiled.

Akhir outfit dia kisne hain?

Abhir said with a wink. Abhira laughed.

Aapne.

Shruti walked forward and hugged Abhira.

Happy birthday. You deserved the world Meri jaan.

Shruti said and pulled back.

She gave Abhira a box wrapped in gift paper.

Your birthday gift.

Shruti said softly.

Are iski kya zaroorat thi.

Abhira said shaking her head sideways.

I don't need anything.

Abhira said softly. She was never habitual of having gifts.

Shut up.

Shruti said, her voice holding a soft command.

Abhira sighed.

Thank you.

She whispered and walked way from the people to a quite corner. She opened the gift box softly and gasped upon finding a handmade wooden mirror inside.

There was a note as well. It read.

I know you wanted it but stopped yourself. So socha tujhe yehi de doon.

Abhira gently closed the box and turned walking back, she passed Shruti a soft smile feeling greatful.

Armaan walked towards her and Abhira,s breath hitched in her throat as his soulful eyes met hers. The world around them seemed to blur into insignificance leaving only the two of them in their own bubble. Abhira,s heart raced and shivers ran down her spine.

Happy birthday.

Armaan said softly, the warmth in his voice made her heart skip a beat.

Thank you Armaan.

She said softly, a gentle blush coloring her cheeks.

Your birthday gift.

Armaan said softly handing her a box neatly wrapped in a gift wrapper.

Abhira looked at him and shook her head sideways softly.

Iski koi zaroorat nahin thi khadusmaan.

Abhira said with a wink holding back a laugh.

Bahot zaroorat thi miss cheesecake.

Armaan said winking back at her, his eyes bright with mischief.

Abhira rolled her eyes.

I'll take it as a compliment.

Abhira said and they both chuckled softly in unison.

She took the gift from him and said with a soft smile

On a serious note, thank you for the gift.

Armaan smiled softly.

No need to say thanks.

Armaan said, his voice and eyes filled with warmth.

The music started and Abhir came towards them. He pushed them towards the dance floor.

What?

Abhira asked stumbling but she stabled herself and turned slightly to glare at Abhir

Yeh kya tha?

She asked glaring at him. Abhir ignored her.

The lights dimmed and her eyes locked with Armaan,s. Abhira found herself lost in memories of the past.

Mumma.

Abhira looked at her beautiful mother. Akshara smiled.

Kya?

Akshara asked.

Soulmate kya hota hai?

Abhira asked softly, her eyes filled with curiosity.

Soulmate woh hota hai jis ke sath apki kismat judi ho, Jo aapko samajhta ho, jiske sath aapko complete feel hota ho. Jiske sath aapko sukoon milta ho, woh aap ka dard samjhega, aap ki har choti se choti baat notice karega, jab aap dukhi hoge woh aapko hasayega, uski sirf presence hi tumhein calm karegi.

As Akshara explained, Abhira watched her mother with her eyes wide with wonder.

Poocho.

Akshara said, a knowing smile dancing across her face.

Per mumma. Main apne soulmate ko pehchanungi kaise?

Abhira asked with a curious glint in her eyes.

Akshara chuckled.

Destiny tumhein usse milwayegi.

Akshara said with a soft smile.

Aur agar main na milna chachun toh?

Abhira asked crossing her arms across her chest, a thoughtful expression crossing her cute face.

Aisa possible nahin hai Abhira. Destiny tum donon ko baar baar samne layegi.

Akshara said softly.

Jab tum usse milogi na tab tumhari heartbeat kabhi tez hogi toh kabhi your heart will beat at a peaceful rhythm.

Akshara added with a soft smile.

Abhira tapped her chin with her finger lost in deep thought about then nodded her head in positive.

Armaan,s one hand was holding the curve of her waist, fingers spreading to cover more of it, the hold was not firm. It was a gentle hold, she felt a trail of goosebumps at the egde of her spine as his finger accidently caressed her waist. She held her breath closing her eyes as he held her gently and twirled her around, their eyes locked in the dim light before she felt her heart beating at a peaceful rhythm as she found a universe of emotions swirling within his ever so expressive gorgeous black orbs, the gentle brush of his fingers against her waist sparked a trail of goosebumps along her skin.

Armaan was looking at Abhira, their eyes locked in the dim light. She was standing in front of him looking like a beautiful princess straight out from a fairytale. A gentle smile was playing on her lips. Tendrils of hair framed her face. Armaan,s heart was racing in his chest and he closed his eyes trying to control his raced heartbeat. As he twirled her around, he heard her sharp intake of breath but before her back could touch his front, she stilled trying to stop herself from leaning into him. With another twirl, she faced him. Her face was flushed, lips parted, tendrils of hair framing her face, her hazy eyes told him her state of mind, her thoughts seemed to be swirling within her in a chaotic whrill.

Gulping the lump that formed in his throat and looking at her with his gorgeous black orbs, he stepped forward, their faces inches apart. He could see the emotions that danced in her eyes, the tenderness, confusion, a quite vulnerability and an undefinable emotion, everything was evident in the way she was looking at him causing his heart to pound loudly in his ears. Gathering some courage, he reached out, his fingers gently brushing against her skin as he tucked a strand of her hair behind her ear.

Abhira was surprised at his sudden action and gazed at him. The touch of his fingers sparked a trail of goosebumps at the edge of her spine. Her brows knitted together in a delicate expression of confusion. She was supposed to feel uncomfortable but instead, she felt protected and strangely comfortable by the proximity. Her heart beating at a peaceful rhythm as she continued to gaze at him. As they moved according to the beats of the music, their eyes remained locked. She stepped back, their eyes locked, a silent communication passing between them. She came back to him with a spin, stopping herself just in time to avoid herself from crashing into him. Then as her back faced him. She felt a gentle hold on her waist as he held her gently but grandly, his warm touch sparked a trail of goosebumps along her skin. She turned and they moved according to the beats of the music

Ek baat kahun?

Armaan,s voice, warm and rich tugged at her heartstrings, shivers raced down her spine as her heart skipped a beat.

Bolo?

She found herself whispering looking at him intensely.

Hasne pe tax nahin lagta.

Armaan said, a mischievous twinkle dancing in his eyes. Despite Abhira,s attempts, she couldn't stop the bright smile that tugged at her lips.

Hawaon mein bahenge
Ghataon mein rahenge
Main barkha teri
Tu mera badal piya

Jo tere na huye toh
Kisi ke na rahenge
Deewani main teri
Tu mera pagal piya

Everything went silent. Everyone watched with a mixture of awe and genuine happiness as Abhira sang.

Hazaron mein kisi ko
Taqdeer aisi
Mili hai ek ranjha
Aur heer jaisi
Na jane yeh zamana kyun chahe re mitana
Kalank nahin ishq hai kajal piya
Kalank nahin ishq hai kajal piya
Piya piya piya re piya re piya... Piya re

Armaan was gasping at her. She sang. He felt overwhelmed with emotion and slowly was losing himself in the song, her melodious voice, her soulful eyes were doing something to him and he felt a flutter in his chest. He wanted to say something but found herself tounge tied. He only watched her with admiration and tenderness in his eyes and continued to smile silently.

Duniya ki nazron mein yeh rog hai
Ho jinko woh jane yeh jog hai.
Ek tarfa shayad ho
Dil ka bharam
Do tarfa hai toh yeh sanjog hai
Layi hai humein zidagani ki kahani kaise mod pe
Huye re khud se paraye hum kisi se naina jod ke

Yeh kya ker dia tumne Abhira.

The same old woman cried in front of her holding a young man,s body against her chest. Abhira closed her eyes, tears clouding her eyes.

Hazaron mein kisi ko
Taqdeer aisi
Mili hai ek ranjha
Aur heer jaisi
Na jane yeh zamana
Kyun chahe re mitana
Kalank nahin ishq hai kajal piya

Tumne maar dia mere bete ko. You killed him.

The old woman cried holding her son,s blooded body in her arms. Abhira shook her head sideways, tears trailing down her cheeks. She thanked GOD that the lights were dim and no one will be able to see her tears. She knew that her mind was playing with her and it was not real. She wanted to stop singing and run away from there but she found herself glued to the spot. She felt her anxieties raising, her breath catching in her throat and she felt like giving up. She shook her head sideways trying to tell the woman that she didn't kill her son but found that she couldn't.

Armaan noticed her trembling form along with tears in her eyes and her fumbling on the notes. His heart stopped beating and he gasped. Panic replaced the happiness he was feeling a few moments ago and he hurried towards her.

He held her by her waist and stilled for a moment feeling her skin ice cold and she was shivering. He turned her in the form of a twirl so that no one could know that she was having a panic attack. Her back touched his front. Gently holding her waist, he moved towards her ear.

You are okay.

He whispered, his voice warm curled into the ear of the trembling girl.

Sab theek hai.

Armaan whispered in her ear caressing her waist with his warm fingers.

There's nothing harmful. You are with your own people.

Armaan continued to caress her waist and whisper some comforting words in her ears. He noticed her trembling reduce and her breath calming and soon she resumed singing, her voice slightly calmer and Armaan joined her so that no one could notice her slightly trembling voice.

Abhira felt his fingers caress her waist, his warm touch grounding her against the turmoil ragging within her. Her breath calming slightly and she started to sing feeling herself floating in the air, her trembling reduced slightly but her heartbeat remained slightly uneven.

Tu Mera tu mera
Tu mera tu mera
Tu mera tu mera tu mera
Musafir hai bhatka
Tu mera basera
Tu mera o tu mera
Tu jugnoo chamakta main jangle ghanera tu mera.... Ho.... Tu mera tu mera tu mera

As they finished singing, Abhira turned. There was a beat of silence as Armaan and Abhira looked at each other, their eyes locked. Abhira,s lips curved into a shaky smile while Armaan smiled back tenderly. His eyes shinning with admiration at her strength and there was also an undeniable tenderness in his eyes which made her heart swell. He was maybe her true soulmate.

End Of Chapter!!!

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