Hello, my sweethearts ❤️ I know all of us are in no mood to smile after receiving the bad news of Naagin 5 but as we all know, #VAni will always stay in our heart no matter the serial is going on or not so just relax and keep supporting the actors. Let's hope Sharbhi will act together in a new project very soon. If not, we still can support them individually 💞

P. S. A long chapter of 6k+ words ahead.

One week later :
Veer and Bani came back home from their office at 6:30pm. They both were equally exhausted as it was a hectic day for them at their office.
Veer : Sweetheart, I'm going to sleep for a while. Wake me up after an hour please. (He said while laying down in the bed)
Bani : Veeranshu, go and freshen up first then sleep as long as you want.
Veer : No, I'm too tired. Please leave me for a while.
Bani : Arghhh okay! (She went to freshen up)

After 30 minutes, Bani was in the kitchen preparing for their dinner when she received video call request from Tapish.
Bani : Hi, Tapish Bhai.
Tapish : Hi Bani, how are you?
Bani : I'm fine. How are you? Oh Meera Di is also there? Hi, Meera Di!!
Meera : Hi, Bani. Are you doing well? How was your day?
Bani : It was a hectic day, Meera Di. We just came back from work.
Tapish : Achaa.. Bani, where is Veer?
Bani : Guess what is he doing right now. (She smirked)
Tapish : It's 7:00pm so I think he would be having his dinner now.
Bani : Dinner? I have just started to prepare the dinner. Btw, your brother is sleeping now.
Tapish : What? He is sleeping at this time? Is he not feeling well?
Meera : Haan Bani what happened to Veer? He doesn't sleep at this time.
Bani was about to answer them but Veer snatched the phone from her and interrupted.
Veer : Guys, is it a crime to sleep at this time? Why are you both overreacting now? (He asked annoyedly as he was still in sleep mode)
Bani : Veeranshu! (She glared at him)
Tapish : Okay, leave it. Veer and Bani, we would like to tell you something. (He blushed)
Veer : Bhai??? Are you blushing? Is there any good news? Meera??
Meera was blushing too but Bani was puzzled with their expression.
Veer : Arre, Meera is also blushing. (He grinned)
Tapish : Veer, we have decided to get married soon.
Veer : What?? Really? Wow congrats bro!!!
Bani : Wow!! Tapish Bhai, Meera Di!! Congratulations. Such a good news. We were waiting for this news since quite a long time and finally it's going to happen now.
Meera : Yes, Bani. We have decided to not to postpone it anymore. We are getting married next week.
Veer : Next week? Sounds good. Tapish Bhai, make sure to enjoy the last days of your bachelor's life peacefully.
Bani : Meera Di, you too.
Everyone grinned.
Tapish : So, when are you both coming here? (Tara noticed the expression on Bani's face which had changed)
Meera : Bani, you are coming right? Don't tell me no. It's my wedding and you can't miss it.
Bani : Hmmm actually I...(She was cut by Veer)
Veer : Yes, we are coming. In fact, we will be there tomorrow guys. It's my brother's wedding so we are not going to miss it. (He assured them but Bani stared at him with utmost shock)
Tapish : How about you? Are you coming, Bani?
Veer : She is coming, bhai.
Tapish : Let her answer, Veer.
Bani : Hmmm I-I think I'm...o-okay, we are coming. (She smiled wholeheartedly)
Meera : Thank you so much, Bani. I was worried about you only. I'm finally happy that my sister is going to be with me during the most important day of my life.
Tapish : Yes, thank you, Bani.
Veer : Okay guys so see you all tomorrow. Don't inform anyone at home yet. Let's give them a surprise.
Tara : Okay, sure. Bubye. (They cut the call)
Veer noticed Bani was looking dull and he understood what was the reason behind it.
Veer : Gharwali? (He cupped her face)
Bani : Why did you tell them that we are coming tomorrow? I told you right I'm not coming back to Mumbai for some time.
Veer : Gharwali, they are finally getting married after postponing it for many times. They were supposed to get married 5 months ago but they cancelled it since you left from there. They were waiting since a long time, sweetheart. Let's not disappoint them anymore. Moreover, I think we should go back to Mumbai since we have no enemies now. Jay is dead and yeah about that Shakura, don't worry about that bustard. I will handle him and WE will be safe there. (He said in his final tone)
Bani : I can understand the situation but I just want our baby to be safe from the evil eyes.
Veer : Bani, if suppose I didn't ask you to leave me on that day, you would still be staying there until now right? Then why are you hesitating now? You will be safe there, trust me.
Bani : Hmm okay, Veer.
Veer : I want to tell you one more thing.
Bani : What is that?
Veer : We are not going to return here anymore. Let's stay there, Bani. That is our home and we have to stay there.
Bani : But what about Mithra? She has no one with her now. She has been too attached with me since the last 5 months. I don't want to leave her alone for my selfishness.
Veer : Okay then let's bring her along with us. She will stay there with us in the Singhania mansion.
Bani : That's not possible, Veer. This is her place and how can we ask her to leave her place for us? We are again trying to be selfish here.
Veer : No, Bani. This is not selfishness. I know Mithra is too attached to you so she will definitely agree to stay with us there. In fact, she will get a family there and she doesn't have to be alone again. She can get a job in our company too.
Bani : I don't think so she will accept it, Veer.
Veer : Let me talk to her. Okay? I will try to convince her.
Bani : Hmmm. (She nodded reluctantly)
Veer : Sweetheart, do not worry about anything else. Trust me, you and our baby will be safe there. (He assured her by placing a kiss on her forehead)
Bani : Okay, Veeranshu. (A small smile appeared on her face)

The next day, Veer and Bani left to Mumbai but not with Mithra as she told them that she would join them during Tara's wedding as she had some issues to be settled before leaving Delhi. On the other hand, no one at Singhania's mansion knew about Vani's arrival. Tapish and Meera kept it as a secret as per Veer's request. Vani reached the Mumbai airport around 4:15pm. Veer called Tapish and informed him to make sure his family members and Meera's family members stay at home when they reach there.

The Singhanias and Sharmas were in the living area, discussing about the wedding preparations together. Veer's family members were no longer doing illegal business. They had realised their mistakes and were trying to live a normal life as others. Sharmas also stayed with Singhanias since they planned to work together on Tara's wedding.
Tapish : Meera, they have reached the airport. Veer just called me. (He whispered to Meera)
Meera : Really? Wow finally they are here. I'm so excited. (She kinda spoke loudly and the others heard her while Tapish was gesturing her to keep quiet)
Ritu : Arre, Meera? Who are finally here? Why are you excited?
Meera : Actually mom I... (She started stuttering)
Tapish : Actually aunty, she meant that we are finally here to get married and she is excited about it. (He covered it)
Ritu : This is why I asked you to get married 5 months ago itself but you wasted your time for your selfish sister who doesn't care about your happiness. (She taunted)
Meera : Mom, enough! Don't speak anything about Bani.
Meera's dad : Ritu, she is not here now. Please stop taunting her for God's sake. You have been doing that since her childhood and now she is not here so just stop it.
Ritu glared at her husband and that was enough to shut him.
Balwant : Tapish, did you try to call Veer? When is he coming here? It has been 2 months since we met him. What about Bani? Aren't they coming for your wedding?
Ritu : What? Bani is with Veer now? (She asked with wide-opened eyes)
Meera's dad : Meera, is that true? Bani is now with Veer? Where is she? Is she doing well now?
Meera looked at Tapish and he answered them.
Tapish : Yes uncle, Bani is with Veer now. They are staying at Delhi.
Balwant : Tapish, did you inform them about your wedding?
Tapish : Yes, dad. I have informed them but I'm not sure whether they will show up or not. (He acted to be sad while Meera was laughing inwardly)
Balwant : Shall I talk to Veer? I will ask him to come here.
Tapish : No dad, I will talk to him again. You don't worry about that.
Balwant : Okay. Just make sure he comes here with Bani an-- (He stopped when he saw Veer standing at the entrance with a wide smile on his face)

Veer : Dad, I'm here!!! Surprise!!! How could you even think that I will miss my one and only brother's wedding? (He walked in with his signature attitude and everyone rushed towards him)
Balwant : Veer, my son, you are finally here. (He hugged Veer)
Veer : Dad, what is this new hugging culture between us?
He broke the hug and moved his fist towards him and Balwant bumped it with his fist.
Daksh : Veer bhai!! I missed you so much. (He literally jumped on Veer)
Ponky : Me too, bhai. I missed you more. (He too jumped on Veer and the trio joined for a group hug)
Ritu : Veer, beta. We are here too. Do you remember us? (She tried to grab his attention towards her)
Veer : Saasu maa, how could I forget you? (He said dramatically)
Meera's dad : Welcome home, Veer beta. How are you? Where is Bani?
Balwant : Haan Veer, where is Bani? She didn't come with you?
Veer smirked at them and called Bani's name. She entered inside hesitantly and looked at everyone. All were extremely happy with Bani's arrival except one pair of eyes. Ritu was burning with jealousy and hatred towards her could be seen in her eyes. Meera, Mehek and Dehek ran towards Bani and hugged her.
Mehek : Bani!!! You are back. I missed you a lot.
Dehek : I missed you too, Bani.
Meera : Bani, you are finally here.
Bani reciprocated all their hugs and replied them.
Bani : I missed you all too. (She was hugging them but her eyes was looking at her papa)
Meera's dad came towards Bani and hugged her with tears rolling down his eyes. Bani too cried seeing her father after many days, in fact many months. She broke the hug and took blessings from him. She looked at Ritu but Ritu turned her face away so she understood that Ritu still had never changed herself. She tried to walk towards her but Ritu walked away from there. Bani felt bad and Veer caressed her shoulder to console her. Bani smiled at Veer showing that it didn't hurt her much and walked towards Balwant.

Balwant : Bani, how are you? (He smiled wholeheartedly looking at her)
Bani : I'm fine, daddy ji. How are you?
Balwant : I'm fine. I'm glad you are finally back to Singhania mansion.
Bani smiled at him and looked towards Ponky and Daksh. Both of them lowered their gaze in fear as they thought that she was the fierce Aadinaagin who would never hesitate to kill them if they commit any crime. Bani understood their hesitation and walked towards them.
Bani : Daksh, Ponky, how are you both?
Daksh : We are fine. (He said still not meeting her eyes)
Ponky : Umm..we are fine..bha..bhabhi. (He said while looking at her with fear)
Bani : Both of you don't have to be afraid of me. I'm here as Veeranshu's wife, not as your enemy Aadinaagin. (She gave them an assuring smile)
Both of them smiled back at her with a sigh of relief.
Veer : So dad, did you miss me? (He asked Balwant with a smirk)
Balwant : Of course I did. I missed you more than anyone else could do. How could you leave without informing me, Veer?
Veer : Arghh dad no more sentiment please. I'm back now and I will be here from now onwards.
Balwant : I'm happy that you brought Bani back in our lives. I have always shown my hatred towards her but since the moment she left, I was waiting for her to return back and to shower my love on her. I just want to be a good father to her.

Meera's dad was happy listening to Balwant's confession while Ritu was fuming with rage there as she stood behind a pillar to eavesdrop their conversation.
Bani : Thank you, daddy ji. I'm glad that you have finally accepted me as a part of your family.
Veer : Of course he will accept you, sweetheart. Since you are going to promote him from father to grandfather so I guess he would definitely accept you. (He said with his signature smirk and Bani smiled at him)
Everyone else except Tara were shocked listening to Veer's statement. They took few seconds to understand what had he said and all their eyes went towards Bani. They looked at her to confirm that she was indeed pregnant as her bump was showing out and Balwant reacted first before the others.
Balwant : Veer? What are you saying? Am I going to become a grandfather?
Veer : Yes, dad!! You will be getting your first grandchild, I mean granddaughter soon.
Meera : What??? Bani, is it a baby girl?
Bani : Yes, Meera Di.
Meera : Wow, I'm so happy for you, Bani. (She kissed on Bani's forehead)
Meera's dad : I'm happy for you, beta. Congratulations.
Bani : Thank you, dad and Meera Di.
Balwant : Bani, thank you so much for this good news. I'm really happy for you and Veer. In fact, I'm happy that there is going to be a baby girl in Singhania's mansion for the first time ever. Thanks a lot, Bani. May God bless you always, beta. (He placed his hand on her head to bless her)
Bani : Thank you so much, daddy ji. (She took blessings from him)
Veer : Dad, thank me too. Without me it's impossible na? (He smirked naughtily and got a hit from Bani)
Ponky : Bhai!!!! Congratulations!!! Bhabhi, congrats to you too.
Daksh : Wow bhai this is such a great news. We are going to have a baby girl in this house. I can't wait to see her. Bhabhi, thank you so much for bringing a baby girl in this house. (He came out of his hesitation and expressed his happiness to them)
Bani was feeling delighted as Daksh referred her as bhabhi for the first time.
Bani : Thank you, Daksh and Ponky. I'm glad that you both are happy for me. I'm feeling relieved as you guys have finally came out from the hesitation that I saw few minutes ago. (She said with her beaming face)
Both Daksh and Ponky hugged Bani to assure her that they were no more afraid of her presence and she reciprocated their hug.
Balwant, Veer and Tapish felt happy to see their devar-bhabhi bonding as it was new to them.
Balwant : Veer and Bani, both of you go and take rest first. I'm sure you will be tired due to the long journey. Veer, take her to your room.. And Bani, make sure be careful beta.
Veer : Now all the attention shifted towards her. Veeranshu Singhania is not getting any attention here. (He said, making a face)
Ponky : Yes bhai, because she is our lovely bhabhi and she deserves more attention than you. (He said, placing his hand on Bani's shoulder and she chuckled)
Tapish : Veer, stop being jealous of your own wife.
Veer : Thank you so much for this much of attention, guys. (He said, rolling his eyes)
Bani : Stop it, Veer. Everything comes after you only so don't worry.
Veer : I know sweetheart. Chalo, let's go to our room.

Vani came to their bedroom. The moment Bani stepped in, she froze at the door as she got a glimpse of past which reminded her about the last time she came to this bedroom to solve the misunderstandings with Veer and he pushed her out of the room. Veer noticed Bani was standing there without moving further so he placed his hand on her shoulder and called her.
Veer : Gharwali, why are standing here? Go inside.
Bani : Haan. (She slowly walked in)
Veer placed their luggages on the couch and saw Bani again was standing still there.
Veer : Sweetheart, where are you lost?
Bani : Veeranshu?
Veer : Yes, tell me?
Bani : Do you remember when I came here for the last time to talk to you? You didn't even try to listen to me on that day. (She said without looking at him)
Veer : I'm sorry for that day, sweetheart. I know how much I had hurt you on that day. I'm sorry for everything. (He sounded guiltily which made Bani to look at him)
Bani : Veeranshu, I didn't mean to remind you your mistakes again. I just said it casually as it was my last memory in this room. Let's forget everything and try to focus on the present and future. (She cupped his face and kissed on his cheek)
Veer : Here? (He pointed at his lips with a naughty smirk)
Bani : Enough. I'm going to freshen up first. (She tried to move but he grabbed her arm)
Veer : I won't let you to move until I get what I asked for.
Bani : Don't start again. Let me go.
Veer : No. Just once please?
Bani : Arghhh okay! (She gave a peck on his lips)
Veer : I want a smooch not a peck. (Saying this, he pulled her and pressed his lips on hers)
Bani broke the kiss after a minute and pushed him slightly.
Bani : Okay, enough stop it!
Veer : Why sweetheart? Are you afraid of not being able to resist my charm? (He smirked naughtily)
Bani : Shut up, Veer. (She pushed him shyly and went into the washroom)
Veer chuckled and shouted at her as she was inside the washroom.
Veer : Sweetheart, you can't escape from me. I will be waiting here until you come back!
Bani didn't reply him but she smiled at his statement. She took a warm shower as she felt tired and also to soothe her body pain after their long journey. After the shower, she realised that she didn't take her clothes inside so she called Veer to ask him to get her clothes. She called his name 3 times but received no response so she slowly peeped out from the bathroom door and realised Veer was not there. She came outside to take her clothes from the luggage and went into the bathroom again. Few minutes later, Veer returned back to the room and realised Bani was still in the bathroom.

Veer : Oyye, sweetheart, are you sleeping in the bathtub? Come out, there is a bed for you to sleep outside here.
Bani : Veer, you are back? Where did you go? (She asked from inside)
Veer : I just went to the kitchen. What are you doing there? Come out.
Bani : Wait, I'm wearing my clothes.
Veer : Okay...Wait, how did you get your clothes inside? You left with empty hands just now. (He raised his eyebrow)
Bani : I came out and took my clothes from the luggage when you were not there.
Veer : Sweetheart, you should have waited for me. My bad luck. (He pouted when Bani came out from the bathroom wearing her comfortable maternity dress)
Bani : Shut up! Always in same thought only. (She noticed a pail of water placed on the floor beside the bed)
Bani : What is this for?
Veer : Hot water, sweetheart. Not too hot but you can put your feet in it. It will help to soothe your swollen feet.
Bani : Why are you doing this, Veer? It is not necessary. I'm used to it and it's normal to have swollen feet during pregnancy.
Veer : Shhh, don't talk too much. Just come and do what I said. (He made her sit on the bed and put her feet in the hot water)
Bani : Ouch, it's too hot. (She took out her feet instantly)
Veer : Wait, let me check. (He checked it and realised it was hot)
Veer : I'm sorry, sweetheart. Wait I will add some normal water in it. (He added some normal water so that she could soak her feet comfortably)
Bani : Thank you so much, gharwale. I love you. (She held his hand with a cute puppy face)
Veer : I love you more, gharwali. (He kissed on her forehead and sat beside her)
After 5 minutes,
Bani : Veeranshu?
Veer : Yes?
Bani : I feel better now. Can I take my legs out?
Veer : Are you sure?
Bani : Yes, I really feel better now. The pain has reduced too.
Veer : Okay, let me help you. (He took out her legs and started wiping them with a cloth)
Bani : What are you doing? Give me, I will do it. (She said, forwarding her hand to snatch the cloth but he refused)
Veer : No, you can't bend down. Let me do it.
Bani : Veeranshu?
Veer : Gharwali, chup!
He wiped her feet and gave a soft massage for few seconds. At the same time, Tara knocked their room door. Actually it was open but still they knocked as they respected their privacy. Veer asked them to come in and Bani quickly pulled back her feet from his hands.
Tapish : I'm sorry if we had disturbed you guys.
Bani : Not at all, Tapish bhai.
Meera : Veer, did she soak her feet in the hot water?
Veer : Yes Meera. Thank you for the suggestion.
Bani : Meera Di, it was your suggestion? (She looked at Veer in disbelief and he giggled)
Meera : Yes, Bani. He said your feet was swollen so I suggested him the hot water remedy.
Bani : Thank you, Veer and Meera Di.
Veer : Pleasure is mine, sweetheart. (He winked)
Tapish : Veer, Bani, thank you for coming here on our request.
Bani : It's my bhai and behen's wedding so how would we miss it?
Veer : Bhai and behen means Tara would become siblings to each other, sweetheart. (He chuckled, making Tara glare at him)
Bani : Stop it, Veer. (She hit on his chest with her elbow)
Veer : It hurts, sweetheart. I told you right to not hit on my chest because you and my daughter are living there. (He said dramatically, rubbing the place she hit)
Tapish : (Clearing his throat) Meera, they have started their romance again so shall we leave now?
Veer : Yeah, please leave.
Bani : Veeranshu! (She stared at him)
Meera : Okay okay, we are leaving. Let's go, Tapish.
Tapish : Haan actually I forgot to tell you one more thing. There is a party tonight to celebrate your return so please be ready at 7 in the evening.
Veer : Party? Sounds good. Okay bhai, we will be ready.
Tara left and Vani started with their romance again.

At party :
Veer was having fun with his brothers near the bar while Bani was with Meera at the hall. Ritu saw Meera standing with Bani so she went there to scold her.
Ritu : Meera, you are the bride now so come and greet the guests rather than standing with useless people here. (Bani's face changed when she heard that)
Meera : Mom, stop talking like this. How can you behave like this with Bani? She is pregnant so at least please don't hurt her now like you did for the past 20 years.
Bani : Chachi.. (Ritu gave a death glare to Bani)
Ritu : Shut up and come with me. (She dragged Meera with her)
Bani was hurt with Ritu's cold behaviour but still she tried to cover it with a smile. Veer didn't pay much attention on Bani as his brothers were distracting him since they were meeting after a long time. Bani was alone there and her papa came to talk to her.
Meera's dad : Bani beta, what are you doing here alone? Where is Meera?
Bani : Papa, Meera Di is greeting the guests as she is the bride now.
Meera's dad : Oh okay. How is your health? Are you doing well? (He asked, caressing her hair)
Bani : I'm fine, papa. You don't worry. Veeranshu is taking good care of me.
Meera's dad : I know he is the best choice for you. Where have you been all this while? Where were you staying since the past 5 months?
Bani : I was staying at Delhi with my college friend, Mithra. I guess I got tell you about her, papa. I was working with her in the same office and we lived at the same apartment too.
Meera's dad : I was really worried about you, beta. We tried searching for you and we lost hope at the end but Veer was confidently saying that he would definitely find you one day and now he did as he said.
Bani : I know papa. He came there for me and...(She stopped when Ritu came there)
Ritu : Arre what are you doing here? The guests are asking for the bride's dad. Come on. (She dragged Meera's dad before he could protest)
Bani's mind voice : I just don't understand why chachi is showing that much hatred towards me. What did I do to her? When she is going to change her opinion on me?

She wanted to go to Veer so she turned to look at him who was enjoying with his brothers there and she decided to not to spoil his mood so she just remained standing there alone. Balwant who was talking to the guests saw her standing alone so he excused himself from the guests and went towards her.
Balwant : Bani?
Bani : Yes, daddy ji? (She gave a fake smile)
Balwant : Why are you standing alone here? Where is Veer? (He asked while looking around for Veer)
Bani : Daddy ji, he is talking with Daksh, Ponky and Tapish bhai there. They are meeting after a long time na so I asked him to spend some time with them.
Balwant : Then where are your sisters? Why they left you alone here?
Bani : They are talking with the guests, daddy ji. You please don't worry. I'm completely fine here. Veer said he will come back to me in a while so please don't worry, daddy ji.
Balwant : Hmm okay, Bani. If you need anything, please call me. Take care. (He left to talk with the guests again)

It was going to be 9:00pm and Bani was standing there alone. Sometimes she spoke with the guests but most of the time she was alone and started feeling left out too. Veer failed to pay much attention towards her as whenever he turned to look at her, she was talking with the guests so he thought she was busy there too. Bani felt a little awkward to stand there alone so she went back to her room. She took her phone and dialled Mithra's number.

Mithra : Hello, sweetie!!!! (She answered excitedly)
Bani : Hi, Mithra. What are you doing now?
Mithra : I really miss you, sweetie. You are not here so I had to go for dinner with that monkey Arjun. He's super annoying and I was tolerating him so much just because you requested me to behave myself with him.
Bani : Haha I just don't understand why you hate him that much. He is a good human being actually.
Mithra : Arghh please don't take his side now. I really hate him to the moon and back. (She said exasperatedly and Bani chuckled)
Bani : Okay, relax darling.
Mithra : Okay, leave it. What are you doing there now? Did your family and jiju's family gave you guys a grand welcome party? Where is jiju?
Bani : Actually we are having party now. Veer is spending some quality time with his brothers there and I was thinking about you so I came to the room to call you.
Mithra : Awww sweetie, so sweet of you. Despite having a party there and meeting your family after 5 months, you are still thinking about me there. I love you so much my sweetie.
Bani : I can never stop thinking about you, Mithra. You are a part of my life and without you I would not be at this place now.
Mithra : Woah woah sweetie, stop getting emotional now. Okay now you tell me. What you had for your dinner?
Bani just realised that she haven't had her dinner yet.
Bani : Hmm first you tell me. What you had for your dinner? What did Arjun get for you? (She tried to divert the topic)
Mithra : That fellow will never get me anything. I need to get it on my own. I had schezwan fried rice and he had creamy carbonara pasta.
Bani : So you both are enjoying the delicious dishes without me?
Mithra : I just had but I didn't enjoy it, sweetie. I'm missing you a lot.
Bani : I'm missing you more, Mithra. Please come here as soon as possible. Remember, you promised me that you will come here before Meera Di's wedding.
Mithra : I will try my best, sweetie. When is her wedding?
Bani : Coming Friday. 4 more days left. Make sure to be here by Thursday.
Mithra : Okay madam. (She chuckled)
Bani : Alright, Mithra. I will cut the call then. Take care and good night. Call me when you are free tomorrow.
Mithra : Okay, sweetie. You too take care and convey my regards to jiju as well. Bubye. (They cut the call)
Bani's mind voice : Thank God I managed to divert the topic. If she finds out that I haven't had my dinner yet then she would surely kill me with her lectures.

Bani went down to look for Veer and she noticed that he was still talking to his brothers there. But much to her surprise, she saw a girl was standing there beside Veer and her left hand was on Veer's shoulder. She was being too casual to him and he didn't seem to be uncomfortable with her hand on him. Bani's jealousy started to rise up and she went near them. His back was facing her so she patted on his shoulder to turn him.
Bani : Veeranshu? (Veer turned back to face her)
Veer : Hi, sweetheart. (He saw her looking at the girl beside him)
Veer to Bani : Oh let me introduce her to you. She is Vish, my college mate, one of my close friend and she just came back from Australia after completing her PhD.
Veer to Vish : Vish, meet my wife, my soulmate, my life and my everything, Mrs Bani Veeranshu Singhania. (He said wrapping his arm around Bani)
Vish : Hi, Bani. Nice to meet you.
Bani : Hello, Vish. Nice to meet you too. (She greeted with a fake smile)
Vish : I'm Veeranshu's college mate. We all are close friends too as we maintain a group of 5 members since our college days. (She said placing her hand again on his shoulder)
Bani shifted her gaze on his shoulder and Vish noticed it too so she took off her hand quickly.
Vish : Are you pregnant? (She asked by looking at her appearance)
Veer : Yes, she is pregnant. Junior Bani is on the way.
Vish : Wow, congratulations Veeranshu and Bani. (She gave a hug to Bani and she reciprocated)
Bani : Thank you.
Veer : Thank you, madam.
Vish : Ufff stop being too formal, Veeranshu.
Bani : You call him Veeranshu?
Vish : Yes, I call him Veeranshu. In fact, I'm the only one who addresses him with his full name.
Veer : No Vish, you are wrong. Bani also calls me Veeranshu too. (He smiled at Bani)
Bani felt relieved as he took her side but she was fuming with rage and jealousy when Vish called him with his full name. She wanted to ask her to stop calling him like that but since Vish clearly stated that they were close friends from their college days, she felt like she didn't have the rights to stop her.
Vish : But still I'm the first right? (She chuckled)
Veer : Of course, you are the first one who calls me with my full name.

Bani couldn't take it anymore. She excused herself from there and went back to her room. She was fuming with anger since she saw Vish's behaviour towards Veer and he was also comfortable being with her the same way as he was with Bani. More than anger, the feeling could be described as jealousy because she couldn't take it when a woman was approaching Veer since she knew his past very well. She also knew that Veer would never betray her for another girl but still she had her insecurities as well. She just laid down on the bed with hunger as she wanted to eat with Veer but he was too busy with his close friends there. Veer came back to his room searching for Bani around 10:30pm and the room was completely dark so he switched on the lights and saw her already asleep. He went to her, sat beside her on the bed and caressed her hair. Bani felt the sudden movement on her and woke up with a jerk.

Veer : Shhh...shhh... sweetheart, I'm your Veer.
Bani : Veer, I missed you so much. (She sat up and hugged him tightly in the sitting position)
Veer : I was here only sweetheart. I was searching for you at downstairs but you are sleeping here. Are you feeling tired? (He tried to break the hug but she hugged him more tightly)
Veer : Gharwali, are you alright?
Bani : Veeranshu, please don't ever leave me alone again. I can't bear it when you stay away from me or ignore me. I was feeling left out without you. (She cried while still hugging him)
Veer : Bani, sweetheart, why are you talking like this? I was there only just a few meters away from you. I will be there in front of you the next moment you call me. (He said, caressing her back)
Bani : No, you wouldn't be there if I had called you. You were busy there and you didn't even care about me. You were trying to avoid me just now. You ignored me. (As soon as he heard her broken voice, he broke the hug and looked at her face)
Veer : Gharwali, why are you crying now? Please don't cry, I'm here with you. I'm sorry for leaving you alone just now. I swear I never ignored you just now and I will never do that in future too. (He wiped her tears)
Bani : Promise me that you won't leave me alone again.
Veer : Promise, sweetheart. (He kissed on her both eyes)
Bani : Hmm Veeranshu...I'm feeling hungry.
Veer : What?? You haven't had your dinner yet? It's going to be 11:00pm, Bani. Why are you being so careless?
Bani : Hmm I was waiting for you. (She said, making a pout)
Veer : Bani, why you didn't inform me just now? I thought you had your dinner already. I'm extremely sorry for leaving you alone today. I should have made sure you had your dinner but I just wonder how did I forget it.
Bani : It's okay. Have you had your dinner?
Veer : No, haven't yet. Wait I will ask the servant to get the dinner here.

The servant brought their dinner after 5 minutes and Veer served it in the plates. He passed the plate to Bani but she insisted him to feed her. He smiled at her antics and started feeding her. Bani also fed him back and they finished their dinner while feeding each other. He made her drink water and wiped her lips.

Bani : Thank you, gharwale. I'm going to sleep now. (She kissed on his cheek and tried to move but he pulled her back to his lap)
Veer : Where are you going?
Bani : I'm going to sleep.
Veer : Sweetheart, you just had your dinner. Don't you know that you have to take your medicines after half an hour? So just stay awake until then.
Bani : Half an hour? No, I feel very sleepy. I will sleep now please. Let's skip the medicines for today.
Veer : No chance for it. You'd better stay awake now.
Bani : I can't. I feel very sleepy, Veer. (She said, faking a yawn)
Veer : You better stay awake or else...
Bani : Or else what?
Veer : Or else...
Bani : What??
Veer : Or else I will ask my daughter to kick you now and you won't be able to sleep the whole night later.
Bani : Noooo, please don't do tha...Ouch!! (Before she could continue, their little champ started to kick her)
Veer : Haha seems like she heard me. (He giggled)
Bani : Veeranshu!!! I really hate you. Leave me... Ouch!!! Ahhh!! (She tried to get up from his lap but she got a kick again)
Veer : Thank you, my little champ. Keep kicking your mom for the next 20 minutes. (He said, caressing her belly)
Bani : I will kill you now, Veer! (She hit him with her fists)
Veer : Ouch! Actually I thought of asking my daughter to stop kicking you but since you've hit me now I won't stop her until next morning.
Bani : Noo!!!! Veeranshu, my baby, my sweetheart, please stop her or else I can't sleep tonight. I'm really tired and moreover it hurts a lot when she kicks me with her whole strength. (She complained, making a sad puppy face)
Veer : Arre she is just a 5 months old baby. How can she kick you with her whole strength?
Bani : Ouch!!! Veer, it's not the time to research about her strength. She has observed your powers so she is already stronger now. Ouch!!! Ahhh!!! Please stop her! (She winced in pain)
Veer : Okay, relax sweetheart. Baby, now you stop kicking your mom. She said it hurts her so please don't hurt your mom. Let's stop teasing her for a while. Okay?
Bani : What okay? Are you expecting her to reply you?
Veer : Yes. Baby, if you agree with me then kick your mom once. If you don't agree then kick twice.
Bani : Veeerrr!!!!!!! Ahh!!
Veer : What did she say? She kicked once or twice? (He asked excitedly)
Bani : Once. But I just can't believe how she could listen to you. She really has some special power with her, Veer. I just hope it will be a good one. (She closed her eyes and sent a quick prayer to her Bholenath)
Veer : Don't worry, sweetheart. She has observed my powers so maybe that's why she is listening to me. Moreover, she is Veeranshu Singhania's daughter so she must have this ability itself before she enters the world. (He said proudly while pulling his collar)
Bani : Okay, enough! Don't fly too high.
Veer chuckled and gave her the medicines that she had to take every night after her dinner. Then he laid her on the bed, covered her with the blanket and they slept hugging each other.
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To be continued...

With love,
Zaara ❣️