Anika completely immersed herself in organizing maha aarthi. She wanted everything to be perfect and classy. Having worked as Shivaay's wedding planner in the past made her understand the family's taste and the grandeur with which they present themselves to the outer world and she has to match everything to their expectations. She never let herself compromise on anything and is working hard. As usual Omkara took the responsibility of preparing the idol. Gauri helped her in choosing colors for decorations and Anika felt really impressed by her choices. In all this, Shivaay is always with her helping and supporting her in all the decisions she makes. And with the complete support from her family she felt much of the burden removed from her shoulders.

Right now she was taking Jhanvi's help in finalizing the guest list to send the invites. Meanwhile Shivaay also came there and sat next to her. Once both of them approved the guest list, Shivaay gave the list to Khanna and ordered him regarding invitation works. Once Khanna left, Anika looked at him angrily. Jhanvi also left seeing her looking at him and covered her mouth to suppress her laugh.

S: What?

A: You always instruct Khanna to do works on my behalf. This is not fare. I like to do my works on my own.

S: I know it Ani but listen you need break now. You are not taking care about your health which I don't like. So now tum wahi karogi joh mein kahunga!

A: Tadibaaz bhagad billa!

She left to their room while he moved to kitchen to prepare coffee for her. Once done he moved to their room to see her writing something. Sitting next to her he gave her coffee cup to which she nodded no and continued her work. He just snatched book from her and gave the cup.

A: Aap ki problem kya hai?

S: Nothing! Just have this coffee and relax for a while.

She had her coffee and relished it by closing her eyes. He laughed seeing her expressions and wiped off the foam from her lips. She just rested her head on his chest and hugged him. He began to caress her hair and she felt relaxed.

S: This is why I tell you to take some rest! Lekin nahi, tum kaha meri baat manogi..

A: Now don't scold me.

S: Fine!

A: Sab kuch theek se hoga na?

S: I trust my Ani completely and everything goes fine!

A: I never thought I will marry that person who broke queue line at the temple!

S: And I never knew that I will be married to the person who broke my ego!

A: Wakt kitna ajeeb hai na. We used to hate each other back then but now we

S: Love each other!

Pecking her forehead, he continued caressing her hair. Meanwhile he saw Khanna who was about to knock the door but he nodded no and mouthed to come later on. The latter smiled and left. Looking at her all safe in his arms he smiled and held her tightly to himself.

S: I love you!

*****

Oberoi Mansion is beautifully decorated like a bride on the day of maha aarthi. Dadi ordered to organize a puja at home as this would be the first time for Anika joining maha aarthi as the eldest daughter in law. She was busy making sure everything is properly arranged. Pinky looked at her and rolled her eyes.

Pin: Oh my maata Anika, tum abh tak tayar nahi hui? Pata hai na abh ghar mein puja hai. Meri bahu sabse beautifuls lagna hai, samjhi!

A: Ha ma bas kaam khatam karke ready ho jaungi!

Pin: Kaam karne ke liye servants hai, tum jao. Warna mein Shivaay ko calls karti hun!

A: No ma mein abhi gayi!

She immediately ran to their room making Pinky laugh at her retreating figure. Taking her sari she moved to dressing room and changed. She was about to braid her hair when she heard a voice,

Leave them open!

She saw Shivaay admiring her and blushed.

S: Someone is killing me with their looks. Show some mercy on this innocent soul!

A: Cheapda! Go and get ready, puja ke liye der ho rahi hai!

S: Alright as you wish milady!

A: Makhan maarna koi aap se seekhe! Now go!

Kissing her forehead, he whispered beautiful and left to change. She smiled and moved downstairs. Shivaay soon reached living area where everything was set for the veneration. Dadi asked Shivika to perform the puja together. Both performed the puja and dadi closed her eyes remembering her husband and thought to herself of the happy family sitting in front of her. She looked at Anika and thanked her mentally for bringing happiness to this home.

*****

Evening, Shivika room:

Anika got ready in a red saree and looked at him who was busy staring at her.

Anika look:

S: Tum humesha itni khubsoorat lagti ho kya?

A: Haan..Aap hi notice nahi ki!

S: Yeh galat hai Ani! If you look yourself from my eyes, you will understand it!

A: Cheesy Singh Oberoi!

She showed him her mangalsutra and he gladly agreed. After tieing it to her neck, he filled her maang with vermilion.

A: Now wish me best of luck!

S: There is nothing to worry. Sab kuch theek se hoga! I assure you!

Kissing her forehead, he left to change.

Shivaay look:

S: Chale?

A: Why can't you keep your hair messy?

S: Kyu?

A: Kyunki aap bohot handsome lagte hai!

He was about to hug her when Rudra barged into their room.

S: Aa gaye mera dushman!

A: Shut up Shivaay!

Ru: Bhabhi what took you so much time?

A: Ask your big brother! He and his hair!

Ru: Aap mere saath chaliyen bhabhi! Leave this tadiaaz here itself!

A: Ha chalo!

S: Excuse me, tum meri biwi ho and tum mere saath hi aaogi! Rudy, leave!

Ru: Jaata hoon paraya dhan kahi ka! Aap apni romance khatam karke jaldi aaiyen!

A: Stop fighting! Rudra, Shivaay chaliyen!

She left as she heard Pinky calling her and Shivaay looked at Rudra.

Ru: What?

S: Apna time aayega!

He left flicking his hair leaving a puppy faced Rudra behind.

*****

There was a huge crowd of media at the venue. Anika gripped his hand tightly. Blinking his eyes he assured her and everyone moved inside. Shivaay was really amazed by the way everything was perfectly decorated and everything was according to dadi's taste. He for sure knows that she is capable and seeing her dedication in front of his eyes made him feel proud of her.

Soon the puja started and ShivOmRu together did the aarthi. Later on Anika moved towards Shivaay and they did the aarthi together as a couple. She looked at him to see him already looking at her. With a blushy smile she looked down and he looked at the Ganesh idol.

(I really wished I could see Shivika, Rikara and Ruvya doing maha aarthi together!!!)

S(in mind): Please give me strength to keep my family always together. Anika ki har wish ko puri kijiye..mujhe aur kuch nahi chahiye!

A(in mind): Shivaay ne jo bhi wishes maangi hai, woh sab puri kijiye bhagwan ji!

Soon the aarthi ended and everyone who arrived praised Anika for her work. Some of Jhanvi's friends had already asked Anika for organizing some functions at their home and even took her mobile number. She looked at Shivaay who showed her thumps up and gave a big smile to her. She felt very happy as the puja ran on smooth note.

After they reached home, all the family made a surprise for Anika and a cake was lying in the middle with Congratulations Anika written on it. She cut it and fed to Shivaay. He kissed her cheek and confessed his love once again earning hoots from all of them. Rudra took an empty glass and made a sound gaining everyone's attention.

Ru: Bhabhi now we can start your event firm here! So, ladies and gentleman please welcome meri khidkitod bhabhi..Now you can easily start Khushi here!

A: Khushi nahi..

Everyone: Matlab?

A: Mera firm ka naam Khushi nahi hai..

All: Toh phir?

A: Ayka!

Pin: Ayka. Names toh kahi nahi suna hai humne!

A: Shivaay's ay and Anika's ka! My company will always remind me everything that Shivaay and you all did for me..Thank you so much. Mujhe itna zyada pyar dene ke liye!

She hugged Shivaay tightly and whispered I love you in his ears. He felt luckiest man on the earth hearing her confession.

S: Everyone, close your eyes please!

And he immediately carried her in his arms to their room despite hearing teasings from all. She wriggled but of no use.

A: Cheapde..Put me down!

S: Apni biwi ko utha raha hoon..Tumhari permission ki zaroorat nahi hai!

A: Now how will I show my face to all...Put me down!

S: They would be proud of me seeing my romantic side for you!

A: Chi..Shameless insaan!

S: Thank you!

The day ended as he made her his once again with all the love he has for her.

*****

Precap: An year later...

This story is going to end soon and I would definitely miss writing this. But this is what I thought of at the beginning of this book. Lots of love to all,

Stay home, stay safe!