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The sun dipped below the horizon, spilling a final, fiery spread of yellow and gold across the sky. The city's daytime chaos gave way to a low hum as nighttime activity took hold.

Cars honked impatiently, and the chatter of crowds filled the streets. Cafés buzzed with music and laughter, while somewhere above, an aeroplane traced a silver line across the sky.

Somewhere at a home.

Three kids and Vidyut entered their home after their long, tiring day.

Today was the first day of school for the children in their new class, after the summer Vacations

Upon entering the home, Niyati, the daughter of Saurav and Mihika, ran towards Harsha.

Niyati (huffing): Badi Mamma, aapko pata hai aaj Khush ne kya kiya school me? (You know what Khushi did in School?)

(A/N: Badi Mamma and Bade Papa are uncle and aunt, but they are older than the father. Uncle and Aunt are called as Chachu and Chachi to the younger brother of the father and his wife)

Harsha (raising her eyebrow): What?

Flashback:

Teacher (after entering the class): Good morning, students..

Students (singing way): Good morning teacher.

Teacher: Sit down.

The teacher started with the introduction. After the teacher, the students started to introduce themselves.

It was Khush's turn.

Khushi: Good morning teacher. I am Khush Rajput. I am in class 2D.

Teacher: What do you want to be?

Khush smiled widely. He turned towards his bench-mate and then again towards the teacher.

Khush (grinning): I will marry Krizzy.

In an instant, the girl replied.

Girl (angrily): NO! NO!! I won't.

Khush (pouting innocently): Please! I will share my chocolates with you.

Girl (shaking her head): No! I will complain to Anirudh uncle.

Khush (smiling): Mumma ko boluga to mumma kara degi. Papa ko daatne bhi nahi degi (I will ask mom and she will manage then. She won't let papa scold me).

The girl gave him an annoyed look.

Teacher: Silence! Khush, these are bad manners. Apologise to Krizzy now.

Khush pouted sadly and mumbled "Sorry"

He sat on a bench and whispered to the girl, "Mumma and Sushmita masi love me a lot. They will do for me"

He grinned.

Flashback ends

As Niyati completed. Everyone was staring at Khush. While Everyone was controlling their laughter. Harsha gave him a fake glare.

Khush (smiling innocently): Mumma, aap Sushmita masi ko bologe na? Main phir Krizzy se shaadi karuga. Mujhe achi lagti hai. (Mumma, will you speak with Aunt Sushmita? I will marry Krizzy then. I like her).

Harsha (angrily): Only after the age of 21 a boy can marry. Till then just focus on studies. If I get another complaint about this. I will send you to a boarding school.

Khush turned towards Ruhi, making a sad face.

Advita: Mumma is correct. Now, go and get fresh. See, Mihika chachi made your favourite cheese sandwiches.

Listening to the word "Cheese Sandwich" Khush smiled and ran towards his room.

Once, he left everyone burst out laughing.

Adrita (staring at Nayan): Jisko propose karna chaye vo to kar nahi raha. Ye humara wala seedha shaadi ki baat karke aa gaya hai (One who should propose now, isn't doing it. Our boy is asking for marriage)

Adrita, Vidyut's Wife said to tease Nayan and Ruhi. Nayan and Ankita came to visit them.

Understanding the meaning of Adrita's words. Ruhi sat quietly, fiddling with her fingers, her cheeks turned pink and a small smile appeared. Nayan's neck and cheeks turned red. His hand moved towards the back of his neck. A shy smile crept on his lips. He glanced at Ruhi. His face glowed up.

Ankita: Now stop. Harsha show me that dress. Let's go. Anirudh, it's your turn to prepare dinner, right? Go and start the preparations. Adrita get kids fresh. They must be hungry.

She ordered them. With this, she and Harsha left for her room. Anirudh went into the kitchen.

Adrita: Bhabhi, can you please check on the twins? They must be awake.

Mihika nodded. Adrita went with Khushi and Niyati to get them ready. Mihika and Saurav went to check on the twins who are in their room.

Only Vidyut, Ruhi and Nayan were present in the living area.

Vidyut started his interrogation from Nayan about college, the college's canteen, food, teachers, principal, rules, discipline, Ragging, etc, etc...

Nayan (irritated): Buddy, for god sake, Ruhi will be joining the college only. You are interrogating me for the 12th time in one month.

Vidyut (shrugging his shoulder): I am just trying to be safe side.

Ruhi (rolling his eyes): Bhai, you are interrogating Nayan as if this is his college and he is the principal.

Nayan (huffing): He was interrogating the principal, as well. She was answering his every question with so much calmness, attentiveness and patience; usually, she is anything but calm, understanding, attentive and patient. She was scared of him because of his position. You know, now it will be fun because I told her, "Vidyut Rajput is my cousin brother and your real brother."

Vidyut and Nayan smirked.

Ruhi (glaring at both): I swear if you two spoiled my college. I won't spear you. And and and... Yes, Vidyut Rajput, I know everyone is scared of you because of your position but Dada isn't. So, I tell him about all this. Oh yeah! Also, I will share with Adrita bhabhi about your ex-girlfriend.

Vidyut (narrowing his eyes): Aren't you being too smart?

Ruhi: Uh! Oh!!! Huh!!! And you, Mr Desai, I will tell Ankita Masi about your bunking.

Before Nayan could reply. Anirudh called Vidyut for help. After Vidyut left.

Nayan (leaning towards Ruhi): You can tell Mom. But meri Ruhi chuhi, mom ko bata dogi to main aapko ghumane kaise leke chaluga? (But my Ruhi, if you will share with mom. How will I take you out?)

He winked. Ruhi stared at him for a few seconds, then she started looking here and there to avoid his intense gaze.

Khushi, Khush and Niyati came out running after getting ready. Vidyut also came out with snacks and sandwiches.

Vidyut (sitting beside Ruhi): Bacha party, Anirudh bhaiya is preparing broccoli.

Listening to Vidyut, Khushi, Khush, Ruhi, and Niyati reacted like No, Chii, Yuckk, I don't want it.

Ruhi (excitedly): Let's ask Ankita Masi for help.

She stood up.

Ruhi (commanding): Soldiers, let's go.

Niyati, Khushi and Khush too jumped from the sofa.

Trio (saluting): Aye Aye, Captain.

They started to walk towards Harsha and Anirudh's room as Ankita and Harsha were there.

Once, they left.

Vidyut (sighed): Today, we are safe at least.

He wiped fake sweat from his forehead. Nayan was staring at him with shock.

Nayan: Buddy, have some shame. You are the father of two kids.

Vidyut (rolling his eyes): Oh please! My kids don't ask me to eat tasteless food because I am a father now.

Nayan chuckled, shaking his head.

With kids.

Ruhi: Masi, what's your favourite dish? Oh wait! I know that. Now, what do you want to eat?

Ankita: Anything will be fine.

Khushi (dramatically): No... You are our special guest. We can't let you eat anything. We dearly want you to share with us what you want to eat. Please for our love.

Harsha (raising her eyebrow): What's cooking?

Ruhi (smiling sheepishly): Nothing!

Khush (pouting): Broccoli.

Both said at the same time. Khushi hit him on his feet with her feet and glared at him.

Ruhi and Niyati, too, glared at him. He made a crying face, ready to ditch the girls in their plan.

Mihika (clearing her throat to gain attention): Ahem! Ahem!! Nayan, your eyes won't get tired but your legs will. So, better sit and continue your work.

Her words gain everyone's attention. Nayan was standing at the entrance, leaning towards the door, staring at Ruhi and his mother.

Mihika was entering the room with twins in her arms and wide awake.

Nayan turned red, his eyes down as if the floor were the most beautiful thing.

Ankita chuckled, looking at her son's state. Since childhood, he has liked Ruhi. Growing up together, his feelings are also growing. He never admits but his eyes scream the way he admires her.

Before, Ruhi never showed any interest. She is a joyful person. Adventures, family, studies, friends. Her life was surrounded by this. Always, he was and he is her best friend.

Recently, as she has grown. She too started to show interest in Nayan.

To be continued...

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