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Here is the nest installment..Our clueless wonder Neil ( stupid, idiot, jerk..so many names he got here) is going to realize his love for Sam..This is the moment many have been waiting for..So I hope it is up to everyone's expectations..This chaper is challenging one..and that what takes my time to write it..i want to apologies for posting it late..

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This chapter is dedicated to Everyone of you..who reading this story from start..and part of this amazing journey..

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  "There is never a time or place for true love. It happens accidentally, in a heartbeat, in a single flashing, throbbing moment." 

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When I woke up . I felt so excited for new day..I never been so excited and cheerful to look forward a new day..Because with that new brand day I got to see Sam..And it made me so delightful that we became friends again..

I couldn't help but wonder what was going on with Sam...we had moved on through so much and we even had a great conversation at Haldi function, but when we went to dining hall, she was very quite..i knew it made Manya happy, but it still gave me weird feeling..it was like we were going backward instead of forward with our friendship.

I slipped into the shower and let the hot water run down my body and it quickly woke me up that I could get ready fast to go to Arjun's house..Yes..its My little sister's wedding..but My best Friend Arjun was damn demanding on my presence with him all the time...

Pulling on pair of jeans and a t-shirt, I grabbed my Sherwani and raced down the stairs..i met with Radz and Mom in the hallway so I went to them to inform my departure..

" I'm going...see you guys at hall directly??"

" Neil..you aren't going to see Sam before the weding..."replied my sister who gonna soon to be bride..

"Uhh..Why??" I said with confusion

" because I want a special entry with my bestiee....That's when you can see me and her..."

"ohh..I should warn arjun..he still have a chance to run for his life before wedding..." I said jokingly..

"HAHAHA..very funny..he won't..." she said

" Okay I am going..see you..Love you Radz...and don't do much make up that Arjun would refuse to recognize you.." I said passing the front door..

"Neill....." she yelled in irritation..

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I parked in front of Arjun's house where wedding preparations were going on full swing...

"Neil..Beta go upstairs...Arjun isn't opening the door..." Aunty said with worried expression... " This boy too na...behaves like kid..."

I climbed the stairs , skipping stairs along the way, and I pushed the door open to see Arjun looking disheveled going through drawers searching for something..

" what we are looking for ??" I asked

" the brooch..Radz gifted me to wear it on my wedding day..." he exclaimed

" Arjun..Chillax...you gave it to me last night..and I have it right now..."

He turned to look at me and I could tell he hadn't slept much in the night..

" Nervous??"

" Just a little.." he said with sarcasm

" Arjun, it's going to be fine..this wedding is planned perfectly, I know you are nervous , but nothing is going to go wrong.."

" I hope...I have been waiting for this moment all my entire life...now it's here..and I just don't know what to think..."

Watching my dear friend acting nervous like this was something different...I couldn't help but to think that I wouldn't have least nervous marrying Manya..it would be just formal stuff for me..

" I love Radhika..you know that..." stated Arjun

" Arjun, you have been in love with my little sister since you laid eyes on her when we were kids...I just have two things to say..for starter take care of her and second , if you ever hurt or make her cry, I will have to kill you. Alright?"

He laughed and he reached out and hugged me tight...I quickly helped him gather up everything that he needed for the wedding...And soon we left for wedding hall...As I drove I couldn't help but to think about Sam getting married..I knew the fact that it was just the matter of time that Armaan gonna ask her for wedding...the thought of Armaan marrying Sam made my stomach turn..

After getting welcome by my family , I headed with Arjun inside to the room allotted for groom..Sid and Other cousins joined us and within an hour we got ready..we spent most of the time trying to keep Arjun from stressing himself out..He truly love Radz to be this nervous..And that's when my phone rang from my pocket..

"Hello...."

"Is Arjun as nervous as Radz is??"

A sweet musical voice came from other side...

" Yup..." I laughed..Sam called me and that made me super happy..we were just few rooms away from each other..as they too were getting ready in one of the rooms here..

" I figured that..you guys are ready?/"

" Yeah..All set for the coming onslaught...Radz got crazy..she actually prevents me from seeing you...crazy huhh?"

" You aren't missing much...Nandini and Kriti looking stunning...and Radz...looks like absolutely gorgeous..."

" And you?? How do you look?/" I asked

" Like a fool..."

" I doubt that Sam..."

" you yourself see in about twenty minutes..."

"You are beautiful, Sam, don't you ever forget it.."

" Thanks Neil..But you don't have to say that just to..."

Then I heard crashing sound of something on other side..

" I got to go..see you in few minutes..."

The line went dead..i couldn't help but to laugh and shake my head before placing my phone back in my pocket

" Is Radhika alright?/"

I turned to see very worried groom , and I smiled back at him..

" everything is good, Arjun..here in few minutes you are going to have a new wife..."

There was a knock on the door and it was call for groom..

The Mandap was decorated with roses and lights...the fragrance of roses filled everywhere and making it look beautifully divine...I , Sid and Arjun's cousins were joking and laughing while Arjun , on the other hand , appeared to be concentrating on keeping himself calm...looking at the clock, I knew the time had come...The holy muhurat....

And That's when a sweet and soft music started and I Saw Kriti stood at the top stairs..she was beautiful and she walked with such a grace as she descended the stairs..She was followed by four girls who were holding red chunnari ( Shimmering stole) above Radz head...Then Nandini came forward before we could see Radhika and Sam.. I quickly noticed her winking at Sid as she came forward...I turned my head toward floor since I didn't wanted see my bro and sister-in-law flirting..

The next thing I knew was Sid was poking in my ribs..

" Look at that.." he whispered

My eyes rose and I felt as if I was going to tumble to the floor...Before my eyes..there was an angel...she walked slowly holding Radz....she was walking towards me...and it was as if I was alone in that hall for a moment..Time has stopped...there was no one but me..and the goddess walking toward me, but in the vision she wasn't wearing fitting blue dress, but flowing wedding Lehenga....

Her long black hair flowed down her back in perfect waves, and her chocolate brown orbs sparkled as she walked toward me, her lips curled up in seductive smile..it was hard to believe that she didn't know how beautiful she truly was...one thing I was sure of , Sam was going to be a beautiful bride one day..

Sam's outfit:

When she finally make Radz sit besides Arjun near sacred fire, she stepped back to stood behind Radz...I turned to look at Sam and she turned a deep crimson and smile back at me..i couldn't help but to realize how perfect she was...Stop it Neil...This is Sam you are thinking about....

""Om Hreem YoginiYogini Yogeswari Yoga Bhayankari Sakala Sthavara

Jangamasya Mukha Hrudayam Mama Vasam Akarsha Akarshaya Namaha:"

The wedding Mantra ( holy saying..) began..And Radhika and Arjun were busy following what priest asked them to do..I saw at my cute little sis, looking absolutely gorgeous ..she met my eyes..she looked at me and then to Sam..i knew what she wanted to say without speaking a word...it was her way of saying that I should rethink on Manya..My little sister was never going to give up hope about Sam and me...she truly thought that we are destined to be together...

I listened to the holy mantras but the whole time, I had a silent conversation with Sam..She was very happy for Radhika and I wanted this kind of happiness for her..

Looking out into the hall filled with guests , I saw Armaan Arora...His eyes never leaving Sam, but for brief moment he turned his look toward me, his eyes tuned cold as ice....i knew from what Sam told me that he wasn't really happy about we being friends again..But he should respect Sam's wishes...then my eyes went to Manya who was watching Sam closely and suddenly looked at me...The best way to describe her expression was... like volcano ready to burst..

I then turned my attension back to ceremony when the priest asked Arjun to tie Mangalsutra (wedding locket ) around Radz neck..After that they asked to take seven vows in front of sacred fire..i watched My best friend promised to love my sister always and she too vowed to love Arjun always..

The priest declared that they became now Mr and Mrs Arjun Mehra..

The hall burst into applause..Radz then took her husband's hand and they both headed to take blessing from God and elders..i turned my attention to Sam who stepped towards me , and I extended my hand towards As soon as her hand locked with mine, we began to walk..the feelings that radiating from my body were she touched me was electric..

When everyone exited towards the lawn , we started to greet the guests..Manya came close to me and wrap her arm around mine and then glared at Sam...As I came to my parents, Manya left me alone...My parents were sentimental as ever..as I would be next to get married , I knew they want any other woman but Manya..

Then I came face to face with Sam's boyfriend...

" Hello, Neil..."

" Hey Armaan..Nice to meet you..."

" Same here..Sam has told me a lot about you.."his eyes turned dark with anger..

He kissed on Sam's cheek and quickly went down to speak with others..when I saw his lips brush against Sam's fair skin , I felt like hitting him...like he was touching something he shouldn't...but that was crazy..he was Sam's boyfriend...it would be expected..But though he shouldn't have to prevent that PDA....but still why it was driving me crazy??

When I got outside, in the lawn area where the wedding party was arranged... it was like I was walking in winter wonderland...the sides were draped in blue and white, the tables covered in white cloths holding crystal candle holder in middle of each table that created the effect of ice...i saw Nandini and Sid were busy greeting guest..

The whole time I was looking for Sam...I had to find her...my eyes finally found her sitting at the head table talking with Kriti..i finally excused myself to whomever I was talking and walked towards the table..

As I walked towards her, I noticed she was chewing on her lower lips, she do this when she was center of attraction..i smiled, it was damn cute...

I was about to turn to Sam when I Saw Armaan leading her towards his family..My stare must have been cold because the reaction from Sid came..

" Looks like the black cold eye monster coming out there, Neil.."

" Shut up...."

So, my opportunity to talk to Sam slipped away, and I would have wait and try again.

Heading towards drink section, I noticed Manya following me..

" Let's dance, Neil..." she said pointing towards the dance floor situated at the center of lawn..

" I don't want to dance..."

" What the hell is your problem Neil??" she asked

" Nothing..."

"Its that bitch, isn't??"

I slammed the cold drink glass on the table

" Don't you get that in your tiny brain Manya..Don't you ever call her that..."

" See, you just defend her..she doesn't need you, Neil..she has Armaan.." she replied glaring at me..

" Shut up...I don't want to hear anything..." and I left from there..

I followed my family to the head table and took my seat on head table next to Arjun..withing in few minutes dinner was placed on the tables and we began to eat..it was annoying as all the ladies were seating on the other end of the table and gents on other..so that it prevented me from talking to Sam again..Looking out to other guests on the table, I saw Manya and Armaan were sitting together at one of the table..i couldn't help but to think that wasn't good sign..

Finally the dinner plates were taken..DJ announced the first dance of Arjun and Radhika..I watched as My new Jiju (brother-in-law) and my sister wrapped their arms around each other..They swayed with the music, and I couldn't help but get little sentimental..There was different divine happiness and content flowing from their faces....Like they achieved something so precious..Ofcourse..their love is precious...

Is this way you feel when you fall in love?? When you get your happiness in your special one??

Followiing their first dance, the DJ announced that it was time to join other couple for dance..i stood and walked to the table toward Sam, and I couldn't take my eyes off her..she watched me as I came close, and I could see something shimmering in her eyes...I extended my hand to her..

" May I have this dance??" I asked like a gentleman

She looked up with smile when she took my hand and I led her to the dance floor..i slowly wrapped my arms around her slender waist while she wrapped her arms around me..one of her hand slipped around my neck and the other brushed my neck as it settled on my shoulder...

The feeling that radiated through my body from the spots that her hands touched was powerful and indescribable. Her touch pulsating my heart beats..setting my skin on fire..

When she leaned to come close to my body, I actually felt her heart beats..i don't know what happened to me , but feeling of her heartbeats against me, caused my own heart accelerate like anything...I looked down at the beautiful woman in my arms and think it was strange how I was reacting to her..No woman have ever made me feel this way..Moving with the music, it was like I was alone with her and that there was no place I should be..I was completely at peace with the world..Now my heart beats were calm and sync with her...We were beating together in melody..

Sadly, song came to an end and she looked up to meet my gaze..her eyes were soft and gentle..looking deeply in my eyes for something...what I wasn't sure of..i was about to say something when I was interrupted by a strong voice..

" May I cut in??"

I turned to see Armaan standing beside us, and she slipped her hand in his without a word...I stood there alone on the dance floor for a moment as I watched his arms wrapped around her..it was the moment that I wanted to snap his neck and take Sam away..back to my arms..to protect her from him..Armaan was taking something that wasn't his..Sam was always been such important person in my life and .......

i just wanted Sam in my arms..I wanted to reach up and brush my fingers along her skin, I wanted to...

I wanted Sam....

I saw her smiling and laughing as Armaan twirled her around...but I wanted to be the guy who will make her laugh..to make her smile...to make her blush....i wanted nothing more than to shower her with my adoration...I shook my head to clear my mind...trying best to shove them from my mind..but they couldn't..

All I could see the woman who is beautiful inside out...A woman with a gentlest and purest heart ..so much love in her soul...A person who was that much of kind that she couldn't hurt anyone purposely...she was beyond amazing..she was perfect....Any man can go to her feet for one glance by her..

How could this be?? How could I feel this way for her?? How could she make me feel this way ?

" Because you love her"

I turned to see Radhika standing behind me..her eyes were soft with understanding...

" how did you know what I was thnking??" I asked

" Neil, I know you more than you know yourself...And world called me your sister..." she giggled " But not as much as the woman standing on dance floor..."

She continued pointing towards Sam " Neil, now you are seeing that what we have been telling you all this time..You have been in love with Sam since she came into your life..but it took you very long time to realize it when you see her in other guy's arm..."

I looked back to Sam..i remembered the moment she entered in our class on her first day of school..her soft and innocent eyes..i knew that she was special...over the years I saw her becoming amazing woman..

How stupid I have been?? To have this woman in my life and not realize how much precious she was ? As she danced , her long hair swooshed around her body , lying on her fair skin and then she looked back at me for a moment.. her chocolate brown eyes locked with mine...And The Moment stopped..I knew..I was in love with her..I was truly in love with her...

I love Samaira Khanna..I love My Sammy...

" So what are you going to do now Neil?"

I looked back to Radz and Saw Arjun, Sid , Nandini and Kriti , all of them smiling back at me..

" what can I do?? I have done so much to hurt her.."

" Neil....it never too late.." answered Sid

" how could we forget Manya?" I asked

" No..Unfortunately we can't forget her.."Muttered Nandini

Everyone had a good laugh, but that didn't change the fact. Unfortunately I had hurt Sam so much that she moved on with her life having Armaan in it..

" You aren't married yet Neil..neither Sam..." Arjun said

Sighing, we walked over to the table and sat down..i couldn't take my eyes off from Sam..Everyone just stared at me..

" she told me she love me those years ago..and now she couldn't still feel the same way for me....she moved on..."

" You may be surprised Neil..." I looked at Kriti

"Huh??"

" She still love you..i think this thing make her angry on herself that she still love you..i m going to tell you something for which she would kill me..When Samrat uncle died..she didn't want anyone but you...she just lie on bed and cry for you..i have seen her fighting with urge to call you..She loves you..belive me..."

I looked at her dancing with Armaan..how could she love me ? I wasn't a good guy for good girl like her..

" Neil...don't lose hope on your love..fight for her..." Radhika said following my gaze at Sam

" I don't know Radz..what to do..."

"You don't know what to do?" Exclaimed Nandini "you are going to dump that bitch fience of yours...and you are going to go for Sam..."

" it's not that simple , Nandu..."

" why not?? You don't love Manya..You love Sam..get rid of that bitch and fight for Sam..."

" nandu...he only can wish that it would get simple..Ohhh God..Plz Help my little brother..." Radhika exclaimed

I could hear them discussing and arguing about whole situation, but I couldn't concentrate on them as my gaze on Sam dancing with Armaan..sighing I stood and took keys from my Sherwani pocket..i couldn't see them anymore..i need to calm myself and think what I can do for my feelings..I rushed to go toward gate..

"Neil, Where you going ??"

I turned around to see my angel behind me calling my name..Armaan was following her

" I'm not feeling well..and Can't see off Radz..i'm going home.."

She walked towards me and wrapped her small frame around me and I slipped my arms around her

" Okay..Be careful..Don't over think..Radz gonna be here..in same city...I will come tomorrow home to say bye..."

Bye?? She was leaving..Going back to her life in NY..which didn't include me..My heart ache at that thought..This woman wrapped me around her little finger and she didn't have idea about it..

"Alright Sammy..see you tommarow then.."

I pulled her tight to me for a second and then released her before I had urge to kiss her ..i turned back to her for a moment to see her still looking at me..But Armaan touched her from back and led her back to the lawn..

Walking..no running to my car, I slammed the door behind me as soon as I was inside..Leaning down, I placed my head on steering wheel and stayed there for a moment..i could imagine Armaan and Sam together at this very moment..the idea of Armaan touching her , dancing with her...kissing her...then the thought cross that he making love to her...I couldn't handle this...I banged my fist on dashboard...

The idea of Sam being with Armaan making me hell angry...I wanted to rip that guy apart...Igniting the engine, I pulled my car on roadway..In less than 10 minutes I reached home..i went to my room...

Taking my guitar in my hand, I started to play...it wasn't song but my emotions coming out from the instrument....I was angry..Armaan's presence in her life making me enraged..the slowly my music turn into a love emotions..Emotions which I kept hidden from my angel...

I was a big fool who has an amazing woman in his life and how he has blind to her greatness.

I could see the moment that Sam declared her love to me, the echoes of her hurt..and how I reacted to hurt her more...Now I had known the feeling , how she must have felt when she saw me with Manya...

If I would have behaved sane at that time, I would be that man dancing with her, cuddling with her and pulling her close, letting her head rest on my chest.....but that wasn't happening now...

So, I just played...I played basically to declared my undying love for my angel...she had my heart always..i was stupid to not notice it...as I stopped playing I covered my face by my hands and pulled my hair in frustration.

Sitting there, I knew I lost everything..now I was stuck up with heartless bitch which I deserved for breaking my angel's heart..

I pushed myself under pillow and tried to sleep..My mind slipped into the thoughts of my angel..i could see her sitting on the couch reading book and....then she glanced at me with angelic smile of her...

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I'm really sad for our Neil....He is suffering now..

So Valentines week is going on..and i guess this realistion worth coming in this week..

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