Aadhi was shaken back into reality from the perfect moment by Sakthi's voice.

Sakthi: Ippo purinjudcha?

Aadhi was grinning with happiness and excitement. He never thought this day would become so special in his life. He quickly pulled her into a hug which was filled with so much love.

Aadhi whispered is his base voice, "I can't wait to show you how much I love you Sakthi".

"You have a lifetime for that" Sakthi responded in her melting angelic voice.

It took so much convincing from Sakthi to make him go and rest for the night. After a long debate, he finally agreed to make a move. Both dozed off thinking of each other with the memory of the night etched in their thoughts for eternity.

It was about 7 AM when Aadhi woke up. He quickly went to check on her and found her sleeping like a baby cuddling her side pillow. He sat beside her watching when Devi ma walked in. He gestured that she was still sleeping and slowly walked out without making a sound.

Devi ma: Thoongala Aadhi?

Aadhi: Thoongunen ma.. aana I usually wake up early. Adhunaala muzhuchiten.

Devi ma: Seri pa.. Coffee kondu varen.

Aadhi: Ippo venam ma.. Ava muzhicha apram sendhe kudunga. Na Nithya ta inform panla late agum nu. Call pantu varen.

He left before Devi ma could ask him anything about last night. He wanted to discuss with Sakthi before sharing the info with anyone, including Devi ma though he kind of sensed that she may know.

Sakthi woke up around 11 and quickly text Aadhi.

Sakthi: Did you leave already?

Aadhi: Good Morning beautiful ❤️ Not yet.. I came out to return some calls I missed since Friday. Will be back soon.

Sakthi: See you soon ❤️

She got out of bed and took a long shower to feel refreshed. She dressed up in a casual skirt and top. Her phone was filled with messages, emails and calls after Aadhi's interview. That's when she realized she hasn't even spoken to Anu in 2 days. She made a call and updated her with the happenings but excluded the proposal part out.

She was busy responding to her emails when Aadhi walked in with her favorite ice cream which made her smile so wide.

Sakthi: You are the best... 😊

Aadhi: Avlo dana? Do you know how hard it is for a celebrity to get an ice cream from a super market without creating any attention?

Sakthi: Avlo dan... Enakaga idu kooda panla na epdi 😉

Aadhi: Rombha kashtam 

They finished lunch that Devi ma made with Venkat Pa and Sathya. Aadhi was leaving right after lunch as he had to finish reading a few scripts.

"Bye ma .. Bye Pa. Sathya freeya irukum bodu sollu we will catch up. Sakthi.." he paused.

"Take care.. rest edu. Will meet you soon" he winked in such a way that only she could see and left.

The week was busy for both Sakthi and Aadhi as they were getting close to the first day of shoot and stayed in touch through text. Aadhi was spending time with his sister before she left to meet their parents. His parents were on a business trip to the US and coming back this week. Although they had a very successful business, they were a close-knit family and still stayed in their ancestral home in Coimbatore as much as they could.

Sakthi and Aadhi decided to meet for the dinner on Friday at his place. The first time she went there it was not a great situation and now things were completely different. She knocked and this time Aadhi showed up.

Aadhi: Welcome home my lady ...

Sakthi: Rombha happy irukeenga pola

Aadhi: 5 longs days ku apram we are meeting in person. Why wouldn't I be happy?

Sakthi: Ahem Ahem... As if you missed me. I know that you were busy. Where is Nithya?

Aadhi: Na inga oruthan iruken.. Kandukaama Nithya va kekara.

Sakthi: Illa avala first time patha apo seriyave pesa mudila... adan. Veedu rombha azhaga and neat ah iruku..

Aadhi came close from behind and whispered, "Veedu matum dan azhaga iruka ... ", into her ear making her feel extremely nervous and shy.

Sakthi ducked away before he wraps his hands around her.

"Veedu matum illa .. naa kooda azhaga dan iruken" she said with a smirk. Now she irked the wrong nerve in him.

Aadhi pulled her close and her heart was racing like she was running in a marathon. "Nee en ippo ivlo nervous ah iruka?" he asked innocently knowing that it's the effect of his proximity.

"I am hungry... Let's go eat", she stammered trying to change the topic, when he wrapped his hands around her small frame and said "I love you Sakthi". She was too shy to look at him but somehow managed to say "Enaku dan adu theriyume".

He twirled her around to face her,"Evlo aasaya I love you nu sona ipdi dan reply pannuviya?".

His eyes were emoting his longing to hear her say those words to him and she did not have the power to make him wait any longer. It was a picture-perfect moment when Sakthi's phone started buzzing. "Sathiya sodhana da idulam..." he murmured under his breath and loosening his wrapped arms. But to his surprise she stood there slowly resting her beautiful face on his broad chest. "Love you Aadhi", she whispered to the rhythm of his heartbeat making him the happiest man on the planet at that moment.

He looked down to see her glowing and could not believe that in only a few weeks, the essence of his life has just transformed into being the love of the girl in his arms. He never believed in miracles until he met and fell in love with her. The beauty of silence is that it conveys a lot more than any number of words between the right people.

He cupped her face with his hands and placed a small kiss on her forehead and said "You complete me". Her face was covered red by her blush. It was the first time he saw her blush and it was the most precious.

"Ivlo vekka padra alavuku na onume solala.. iduke ipdi panna epdi.. inum evlovo iruku. Be ready to experience Romance Sakthi" he said lifting her up in his arms.

"Vidu Aadhi ... keezha eraki vidu", she was hitting playfully in his arms and he placed her gently on the dining table which was all set for dinner.

They had their romantic dinner enjoying each other's company. Aadhi made the same menu that he had planned for last week, only now she was not just his friend. She was his love, his girl.

They settled on a large bean bag couch and he started playing with her fingers.

Sakthi: Enaku namala pathi konjam pesanum

Aadhi: Sollu ma..

Sakthi: Namma relationship pathi ippodhiki yartayum solla venam nu nenaikren. Nee enna ma nenaikra?

Aadhi: Unaku enna thonudho apdiye panlam.. whenever you are ready, we can disclose.

Sakthi: I want to establish my career and be known for my work. Adha na yaroda support um illama, en effort naala matum pananum nu aasa padren. I know that you believe in my work not because you love me, but I don't want it to get portrayed that way.

Aadhi: All you have achieved till date is only with your talent and hard work. Inimelum apdi dan irukum. I will be your cheerleader and support system. What about to you family?

Sakthi: Veetlayum ippo sola venam nu thonudhu... sona odane kalyanam nu lam pesuvanga. Inum unga veetla enna paathadu kooda illa. Chitra aunty a kooda last ah oru 5 years munaadi paathadu.

Aadhi: Veetla solrada pathi lam kavala padaadha. Na pesikren. They will understand. For now, focus your career and on us.

Sakthi: Amma ku epdiyum therinjurum nu thonudhu... she always figures out everything.

She pouted with a worried look on her face. He caressed her cheeks just admiring her baby like expression.

Aadhi: Epdi ma ivlo cute ah iruka?

Sakthi: Adulam apdi dan .. Am a cute girl.

Aadhi: Apo na?

Sakthi: You are a hot boy.

She blurted out without realizing what she said. His eyes widened as he was stunned by her sudden response.

Aadhi: Enna sonna? Thirupi sollu..

Sakthi: Golden words will not be repeated.

Aadhi started ticking her as she was trying to run away from him. They were breathless when there was a knock on the door. He opened the door thinking that it would be Nithya and stood there in shock like a statue.

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Author's Note:

And That's Chapter 16. Thank you all for taking your time to read. 

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