Scapegoat is the person bearing blame due to others; one who is blamed or punished for faults of others. Blaming someone else is easy but admitting your mistake is very very hard! So before blaming someone else for their mistakes, check upon yourself if you could take or admit the blame of the mistakes made by you.
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Yuvraj's POV

08:10AM IST, 18th Feb
9/32A, Singhania Mansion
Jor Bagh, Delhi NCR

I wore my wristwatch and I'm ready to go. It's been two days since we came back from our little week trip and today I'll be dropping Mia, Sam and Armaan in the airport as they have to catch there flight to Mumbai. To be honest I just didn't want to send Mia away from me but still she has to join her hospital back. And well about our wedding, the preparations has already started and I can't wait to make her mine officially in front of the world.

Sighing I walked out of my room and closed the door behind me. I made my way downstairs towards the living room where I found Mia and Priyanka Bhabhi gossiping in the living room couch. They have been very close and

"Hello ladies!" I said as I made my way towards the couch. They looked up at me with their smiles.

"Good morning Yuvi!" They both said in unison.

I sat beside Mia and taking her hands in mine, I pecked her knuckles. I looked up to find her smiling at me making me smile in return.

"Awh you two are so cute!" Bhabhi's voice brought us back to reality.

"Thank you Bhabhi! By the way how is the little one?" I asked.

A smile spread on Bhabhi's lips and her palm travelled to her now flat stomach as she rubbed it lovingly.

"The little one is fine! Has been very moody lately! Always craving for different dishes!" She said with a pout making us chuckle.

"Hello guys!" Sam said coming inside the living room with Varun and Armaan. They also sat on the living room's couch.

We talked a little till mum called us for breakfast. We all went to the dining room and did our breakfast and left for the airport.

09:30AM IST
Indira Gandhi International Airport
New Delhi, Delhi 110037

I stopped the car in front of the airport as we all got down from the car and made our way inside towards the Terminal. They are going in a commercial flight instead of my private flight. I insisted but they were so denial so at last I booked their tickets in the first class.

I wrapped my arm around Mia's small waist pulling her closer to my chest as I found the men eyeing her. I so want to kill them right now but for Mia's sake I just let it go this time. Mia was wearing a pair of black jeans and a button down white shirt with mini roses prints and she looked cute as well as pretty in her outfit with her hairs falling down on her shoulders. I bid them byes and drove off to my office.

09:34PM IST

Currently I was going through some files of our project in Melbourne which I need to complete before my wedding because I want to give most of my time to My wife after our marriage. I rubbed my temple whilst reading the legal papers in concentration.

The Melbourne project will be the best project of my life so I don't want any kind of mistake in it. And for that I have to visit Melbourne for some time before the wedding but not any where near now. A knock on my cabin door brought me out of my thoughts.

"Come in!" I said without looking up.

I heard the door open and some footsteps. Signing I looked up to find Shanaya with the files I gave her to check, actually she asked me to give her as she wanted to help me with this.

"Here Sir! I went through all of them and...............you can check them again if you want!" She told me the details of the files as I nodded.

"Thank you Shanaya! Your shift is already over so you can leave now! Sorry for keeping you this late!" I said.

She gave me a smile.

"It's fine sir! Do you need any other help?" She asked politely.

"No! I am almost done! Just two more files left so I will take them home with me! How are you leaving?" I asked.

"Oh I have my friend picking me up from here sir!" She said and her mobile rang as she finished.

She took a look at her phone.

"Oh it's her sir! If you don't need anything then I will take my leave now!" She said.

"Yeah sure! Good night!" I said.

"Good night!" She said and left the cabin. Just after her Varun came in, yeah he was working from my office as he felt alone in his and Sid's office.

"Yo bro! You done with the papers?" He asked.

"Yes! There are still two left though! I guess I will have to take them home with me!" I said.

"Give me one! I will do that and you do the other one!" He suggested.

"Are you sure!" I asked.

"Of course I am Raj! This is our dream project and I'll help you in every step of your life you know it! Even, if you want to run off from your wedding!" He said with a wink making me glare at him.

"Can you be all serious at some point of your life without being creepy and mischievous!" I asked groaning. He huffed out like a baby.

"I am serious okay! Even when Mia is like my little sister, I wouldn't want an arsehole like you marrying her!" He said smirking.

"Fuck off V!" I flipped him off making him chuckle.

"Okay okay chill! I was just pulling your legs! By the way did they land safely?" He asked.

"Of course they did! I took care of that!" I said.

"Yeah yeah of course you did! By scaring the poor pilot and the crew with your words and glares!" He said snorting.

"Shut up and let's go!" I said getting up as I closed my laptop.

I grabbed my mobile and we made our outside of my cabin. The floor was almost empty except of the sweepers and clerks. I locked my cabin and we went to my private lift. When we reached the ground floor my bodyguard has already brought my car in front of the gate. Varun went to his whilst I went to mine and sat in the driver seat. Igniting the engine I drove off as Varun followed me close behind.

10:02PM IST
9/32A, Singhania Mansion
Jor Bagh, Delhi NCR

Parking our cars me and Varun went inside and plopped down on the living room's couch. A server gave us water and I asked him about mum because she was the one who will give us water always. He said that mum and dad were out for a party and Duggu Bhaiya and Bhabhi are in their room with Alia. He asked us if he shall get us food. I nodded and we went to our respective rooms to get freshen up.

Taking my shirt off I ran my hand through my hairs as I made my way towards the closet. Taking a towel out I draped it around my neck and went inside the washroom. After my shower I wore my sweatpants and a loose sleeveless t-shirt.Taking my phone I went downstairs to the dining hall and soon after me Varun came and we took our seats. A server served us our dinner.

We talked about the project, about Sid and much more whilst we had our dinner and after that went back to our respective rooms. After finishing my work, I slept around 1AM in the clock.

After some days, Feb 28

Today is the last day of February and yeah if you're wondering that I have been counting days, then you are absolutely right! I have been! In fact I have been counting every second of every fucking day. And trust me I didn't know it was so hard, every moment feels like a year when you are away from the love of your life. Calls, facetimes and texts were not enough when it comes to your loved ones and I sure felt this in these days!

The preparations for our wedding is going on in full swing. Sid and Shraddha has also returned from their honeymoon trip some days ago. They straight came to me after landing in Delhi and congratulated me. After that they flew Mumbai to congratulate Mia and Shraddha has to meet her dad that's why. Shraddha is now going to help the business of his dad which has now merged with Siddharth and Varun's from Delhi.

About Priyanka Bhabhi who is now two months pregnant has become more grumpy and been staying sick because of the morning tiredness and nausea. I must say, my nephew/niece is seriously giving her a hard time. And the same happened when she was pregnant with Alia so we are kinda used to this. Mum has been taking double care of Bhabhi and she won't even let her come out of her bedroom except a walk around the garden. Mum is now taking care of the boutique with Sam.

Yeah, Sam! Sam has been living with us from some days and helping mum in her boutique. She also goes back to Mumbai for her shoots. She has been a great help to mum and Bhabhi. But she has made my life hell by her teasing and smirks. Have I told you, that the girl smirks more than Kristen Stewart! Every time she hears me talking to Mia and smiling, she throws a smirk towards me making me groan in annoyance! She is becoming the pain in the arse!

About Dad, he has been a little busy with the politics as there were some disputes between some party members which rarely happened. So Duggu Bhai and I have been taking care of the situation to decrease some pressure for dad. Although he is in his late fifties, his physique and energy is nothing like a man in his late fifties. In fact he is more energetic and enthusiastic than Duggu Bhai and me which has always shocked me to the core.

Duggu Bhaiya has been very busy with his work and taking care of Bhabhi too. And about me, well I've been very busy too with my office works and being the member of parliament. From attending regular meetings in the parliament to visiting different places of New Delhi, politics has now took a major role in my life and I won't say I regret it cause I am getting to work for my country's people and I couldn't be more happy. I don't think there is any place in New Delhi which I haven't visited yet. From listening to the complaints of some citizens to taking care of their problems, this month has been more than hectic for me. But nothing I can't do!

Mia and I have decided that we are going to have two weddings, one in Bengali culture and one in Punjabi! So we have choosed two venues for that! One is our house in Delhi where the Bengali wedding is going to take place as mum has promised Devina Aunty and the other wedding in their house! In Mumbai where the Punjabi wedding is going to take place. On June 17, the Punjabi wedding is going to take place in Mumbai and On June 18, the Bengali wedding in New Delhi. And I can't wait for it.

March 2nd, 08:00PM
Indira Gandhi International Airport
New Delhi, Delhi 110037

Currently I am in the airport in our private runway where my jet was waiting for me. I am flying to Australia today with Varun and Sid but V hasn't shown up yet. So Sid and I are currently waiting for him. And it's been thirty minutes since we are waiting here.

I glanced at my wrist watch to find it's already past 8. Sid is also getting riled up because of all the waiting.

"God I will kill Varun with my bare hands if he doesn't show up in ten minutes, I swear to god!" Sid groaned.

"Andi will help you, don't worry! We will kill him together!" I said to which he nodded in agreement.

"What help are you suggesting to Sid, Raj?" A familiar voice asked.

We looked ahead to see Varun coming with a duffle bag on his back with a grin on his face. I so want to wipe that grin off his face right now!

"Finally!" Sid exclaimed and looked up. Must be thanking God!

"Don't be so exaggerating! I am just...yeah just thirty minutes late!" He said checking his wrist watch nonchalantly.

"Aaagghhh! Raj please let's go before I seriously kill him!" Sid hissed making me stifle on my laughs.

But I controlled my laughs and shoved Varun inside the jet as I and Sid got in behind him. We settled in our seats and waited for the pilot to take off. And after some minutes the flight was on the clouds moving towards Australia.

After 12 hrs and 20 mins
01:50PM ACT
Melbourne International Airport
VIC 3045, Australia

The jet just landed in the runway of Melbourne International airport. Sid, V and I came out of the plane. We made our way out and found a guy in his mid twenties with Our name plate.

We walked towards the guy. I noticed that the guy is handsome. He has blue eyes, a sharp shaved jawline and brown hairs. He was wearing a green t-shirt and some white pants. And from his t-shirt I could say that he loves to workout just like us. We approached him and he put the name plate away as he saw us coming towards him. He came some steps forward.

"Mr. Singhania?" He asked in his Australian accent which made my surname a little weird.

I cleared my throat and pushed my hand forward for a handshake.

"Yeah! That would be me! I am Yuvraj Singhania! And these are my partners, Siddharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan!" I said and he shook my hand with a faint smile on his face. Then he shook V and Sid's hands too.

"Welcome! I am Mr. Johnson's secretary, Peter Maxwell! Mr. Johnson has send me here to take you to one of his hotels he has arranged his penthouse for you guys! I hope you have been informed about that?" He asked.

Mr. Johnson aka Mr. Robert Johnson. He is the one who is collaborating with us in this project. He is in his mid fifties. He is a well known businessman in the business world and quite famous for his success in every project he took. When we decided on this project, he was the one who approached us and we couldn't say no to such a big opportunity to work with such a great personality.

"Yeah! We have talked with Robert!" V said.

"That's great! Shall we?" Peter asked.

I nodded and we went out of the airport following Peter as he led us towards some land rovers parked outside. Our bodyguards travelled in another car whilst we sat with Peter. After a drive through the roads of Melbourne, we were in front of a five star hotel, owned by Mr. Robert Johnson.

02:35PM ACT

Crown Towers Melbourne
8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

We came out of the car and walked into the hotel. The receptionist greeted us and Peter led us towards a separate lift. We got in and Peter pushed the P button which must be for the penthouse. Soon the door dinged open to a beautiful wooden entrance.

"This way sir!" Peter led us out towards the door and took out a card from his pocket. Then he slided the card and the door opened revealing a modern luxurious entrance hall leading to a large living room. Peter ushered us inside and out bodyguards who came in another lift took our luggage inside.

"The place is beautiful!" Varun said.

"Thank you Sir! I would let Mr. Johnson know about this! This penthouse is his favourite one and the best one! And he wanted the best for you guys!" He said leading us towards the living room.

"Sir! You all can choose any room you want! Except the one in the left of the library of the first floor because it's Mr. Johnson's private bedroom! Otherwise you are free to use anything in this house you want! And as you must have known that you are invited for dinner tonight at Mr. Johnson's home?" Peter asked.

"Yeah! We know about the dinner invitation!" I said.

"Cool! So will you be okay driving to Mr. Johnson's home?" Peter asked.

"Yeah yeah! Don't worry! We will be fine with that! Thank you!" Sid said.

"Sure sir! It was my pleasure to meet you sir! See you soon in office! Here is the card of the penthouse! I will take my leave now!" Peter said as he gave the card to me.

"Thank you Peter! It's nice to meet you too!" I said and shook his hand.

He smiled and shook our hands then left the house. Sighing I took a look around and took my suit off. Unbuttoning my wrist cuffs, I rolled my sleeves upto my elbow and plopped down on the couch of the living room. The penthouse has modernism in it's every corner.

"Man! I am so tired and hungry!" Varun whined as he sat beside me rubbing his temple.

"Same here! What about we order something for us and take a tour around the house, then will get some rest till the evening before going to Mr. Johnson's house?" Sid suggested.

I nodded in agreement.

"Yeah! That's a good idea! Let me order something to eat first!" I said and took out my phone from my slack pocket.

I ordered food online from a restaurant and then got up with V and Sid to take a look around the house. First we took a look of the ground floor of the penthouse which itself is on the highest floor on the hotel. There were seven rooms in the ground floor including the living room and kitchen.

The living room was big enough to like a football playground and has a big flat TV hanged on the front wall. There was a black curved couch and two small love seats on the other side which made a circle. The walls were painted with grey and white colours which looked quite cool with the LED bulbs fitted on the ceiling. There were four air-conditioners in the living room. To the right of the living room there was a big glass panel wall which showed the view of Melbourne. About the kitchen, it was quite large and had so many accessories of modern technology. The colour pattern was same like the living room grey, black and white. There were dishes which shined because of the sunlight falling on them through the windows of the kitchen.

After checking the rooms of the ground floor we went upstairs to see the other rooms. After seeing the rooms we selected our rooms and came downstairs as a bodyguard informed us that our food was delivered. I brought some dishes and served us the food and we ate our late lunch. After we ate I went to my room whilst they went to theirs. I changed into something comfortable and sat on the bed as I scrolled through my contacts. When I saw Mia's number, I dialled it and pressed it on my ear.

After a ring or two, Mia finally picked her call. It is only 4:00PM ACT so it must be 11:30PM IST.

"Hello! Yuvraj! Did you reach Melbourne?" She asked as soon as she picked up.

"Yeah baby! We just landed an hour ago! Where are you right now?" I asked.

"Uh I am in the hospital! Just checked one of my patients and now washing my hands in my cabin! How are you, Varun Bhaiya and Sid jiju?" She asked.

"Ah they are fine! We just ate so they went to take rest in their rooms! Our business associate and his wife has invited us for dinner tonight! So we thought to rest for sometime before the dinner!" I said.

"Mhm so what are you doing?" She asked.

"I am laying on the bed and talking to you! I am missing you so much meri Jaan!" I said.

"I miss you too Yuvi! When are you coming back from Australia?" She asked.

"Just in 4 days! On march 7!" I said.

"Okay!...... I love you Yuvi!" She said timidly making me smile.

"I love you too baby! Now tell me, have you had something?" I asked.

"Yeah I ate a sandwich and had some fresh juice!" She said.

"Hm! Don't skip any of your meals! Okay baby?" I asked in a serious tone.

"Yeah yeah I know Yuvi! I will be fine! And waise bhi Tum toh pehle hi mere liye ek bodyguard Mumbai mein rakh k gaye ho na! So you don't need to worry!" She said and I know she must be pouting right now.

A chuckle left my lips as I heard her complaint. Mia has got to know about me telling Sahil to take care of her and let's just say she wasn't quite happy about it. It's not like she didn't like Sahil. Hell she loved him like her older brother but all the bodyguards and security is messing with her head.

"I am sorry baby! But you know right, we cannot take any kind of risks when it comes to you! And now I am in politics too which could make many enemies without any feud! That's why I don't want anyone to hurt you or even come near you who could be harmful! But I promise after marriage you won't see any kind of security for some months!" I said with a grin.

"Really! That's cool! But why is that?" She asked.

"Because we will be away in our honeymoon trip baby! And I am not letting anyone disturb us at that moment!" I said with a lopsided grin on my face.

By her nature, I know she must be red as a tomato right now! I wish I was there to see that beautiful face of her.

"Oh!" She said in a low voice and I barely controlled my laughs. She is so damn shy. But I controlled myself and didn't let the laughs leave my lips.

"I love tomatoes!" I said with a sigh.

"What?" She asked in confusion. And there must be a frown now on her forehead.

"Don't frown baby! I was talking about tomatoes! The tomatoes I own! Which is only mine!" I said.

"What! What are you talking about Yuvi? Are you okay?" She asked.

"Yes baby! I was talking about your cheeks! They are no less than tomatoes! Always red and chubby! I just want to squish them with my hands and then bit and lick on them!" I said with a naughty grin.

"Oh god! Shut up Yuvraj!" She groaned making me finally loose my patience and laugh. She groaned again hearing me laugh.

"Yuvraj! You're so exaggerating! I am in hospital for God sake!" She said.

"Okay okay I am sorry sweetheart!" I said controlling my laughs.

"Hm you better be! Go and rest for sometime! I will talk to you later okay?" She said.

"Yeah okay! I love you baby! Take care! And call me or Sahil if you need something!" I said.

"Yeah I know, I will do that! I love you! Bye, take care!" She said and hung up.

Shaking my head I put my phone away. I feels my tiredness vanish away and a new found energy surging through me just by her voice. God! I can't wait to have her in my arms forever. Thinking about her, I drifted off.

06:30PM ACT
Queen Road,Melbourne,
Victoria, Australia

I wore my wristwatch in front of the mirror as I checked my attire. I was wearing an ironed white shirt and a pair of black slacks. The white shirt's sleeves are rolled off to my elbow and is tucked inside the slacks. The upper two buttons of the shirt were open giving a perfect look of my toned chest. I am wearing a pair of sleek black Armani shoes. My hairs were gelled on point and a little stubble on my face made me look much more handsome. Well I admit I am handsome that's why girls swoon over me. But I have my eyes only for a girl and you know who is that!

Adding some cologne on I came out of the room with my mobile and walked downstairs. I saw Siddharth in the living room talking to someone on his phone. Must be Shraddha! I went up to him and stood beside him as he noticed me and nodded at me. He was wearing a white t-shirt, black pants and a dark blue jacket on.

"Yeah okay baby! I will call you later! Take care!" He said and hung up.

"Hey man! You look good!" He said.

"Mhm you too! Where is V?" I said.

"As usual late man!" Sid said with a sigh making me shake my head.

"Hey guys!" A chirping voice came behind us and we looked back to see Varun coming downstairs. He was wearing a black t-shirt and some blue jeans.

He came and stood beside us.

"Hey guys! How do I look?" He asked.

"Good good! Now shall we go?" I asked.

"Yeah let's go!" V said nodding.

We walked out of the penthouse and went to the private lift that we have access to. Coming downstairs, we were again greeted by the receptionist and then made our way out towards the cars we rented for some days. We settled in and drove off. After sometime, we stopped in front of a flower shop and bought a bouquet. And after that we continued our drive to Mr. Johnson's house.

We parked our cars in front of the large mansion of Mr. Johnson and got out. The place was beautiful and beautifully illuminated. Making our way towards the gate, we stood in the front and Varun rang the bell. After some seconds, the door was opened by a beautiful lady who must be in her early fifties. She had blue eyes and blond hair which just stopped on her shoulders. She was wearing a blue full sleeved dress that reached below her knees with a pair of blue heels. Must be Mrs. Johnson.

She gave us a warm smile.

"Hello! I am Nicole Robert Johnson!The business associates from India, right?" She asked with a smile making us smile back in return.

"Yeah! That's us Ma'am! I am Yuvraj Singhania and they are my family, friends and partners! This is Siddharth Malhotra and this is Varun Dhawan!" I introduced ourselves.

"Hello Mrs. Johnson!" Varun said to which Mrs. Johnson nodded with a smile.

"It's nice to meet you Ma'am!" Sid said and handed her the bouquet we brought.

"Oh they're beautiful! Thank you gentleman! Please come inside!" She said taking the bouquet from Sid and led us inside.

"Robert is in his studies! Come I will take you there!" She said  to which we nodded.

The place was beautiful. Much more from the penthouse of Robert. She led us through the halls of the ground floor and finally stopped in front of a wooden door. She knocked on it twice and a gruff voice was heard behind the doors. Mrs. Johnson pushed the door open.

The interior was beautiful and spacey. In the middle of the room was a glass table with a main seat and four more seats to the other side of the table facing the main seat. There were files placed on the table in a sequential manner. There was a laptop present too and a photo frame which back side faced us. And on the main seat was seated Mr. Robert Johnson, which pictures I have seen on the business magazines and also on internet and TV. His hairs and stubbles were mostly white but he looked quite handsome with his built figure and a sharp jawline. He has a glass on and was wearing a blue shirt with a waistcoat of black.

"Robert! They are here!" She informed as we all went in.

His eyes met with us and a warm smile spread on his lips. He got up from his seat and that's when we saw he was wearing black slacks. He came in front of us and put his hand out in front of me to shake.

"Hello young man! Yuvraj Singhania right?" He said in his gruff voice.

I smiled and shook his hand.

"Hello Mr. Johnson! And yeah you are right!" I said.

He nodded and pulled his hand back and placed it in front of Siddharth.

"Siddharth Malhotra?" He said. Sid shook his hand with a nod.

"Yeah! Hello Mr. Johnson! It's nice to meet you!" Siddharth said.

Then he shook Varun's hand.

"I am glad you came! Please have your seats!" Robert said as he went back to his seat. We nodded and sat in front of him. His wife stood beside him.

"You didn't have any problem in the penthouse right?" He asked.

"No Mr. Johnson! The place is beautiful and thank you for having us!" I said.

"Please call me Robert! Mr. Johnson sounds too old! And I am not that old to be called that!" He said making us chuckle and nod at him.

"So what would you like to have? Tea, coffee or anything else?" Robert asked.

"Ah no it's fine! Some water will do!" Siddharth said.

"Sure gentleman! I will be back!" Mrs. Johnson said and pecked his husband before leaving the room.

We talked a little about the project and then Mrs. Johnson came and gave us some water. She left and we continued our discussion. After an hour or so Mrs. Johnson came again.

"Robert! Stop with your business talks now! Let's go gentlemen! The dinner is ready!" Mrs. Johnson said to her husband in a stern tone

Robert chuckled and got up from his seat.

"Let's go Young men! Otherwise I have to face my wife's wrath for keeping you guys busy with business!" Robert said chuckling slightly. We too got up laughing as Mrs. Johnson glared at Robert and he raised his hands up in surrender.

We all walked out and followed Mrs. Johnson and Robert towards the dining hall. We stepped inside the dining hall to be greeted with a large dining table which had different cuisines of food. But mostly were Australian and Indian. To say I was impressed would be an understatement.

"Please come Young men! Nicole, where are the children!" Robert asked to his wife as we sat down.

"They should have been here- oh here they are!" Nicole said looking towards the entrance of the dining hall.

We looked towards the direction to find a girl and a boy. The girl was around 23-24 and the boy must be 19 or 20. The girl was tall and I must admit she was beautiful. She has blond hairs just like her mum and she too has blue eyes. She was wearing a maroon sleeveless dress that reached just above her knee. And about the boy he was wearing a green t-shirt and white trousers. He has a little brown hairs like his dad and same striking blue eyes. Man! They all have blue eyes!

"Young men! They are our children! The elder one Rosalina Johnson and the younger one Trevor Johnson! Rosie! Trevor! Meet them, they are my new business partners for a project! They are from India. He is Mr. Yuvraj Singhania!" Robert introduced as I got up and shook their hands.

"Hello! Nice to meet you!" I said.

"Nice to meet you two Mr. Singhania!" Trevor said.

"Call me Yuvraj please!" I said and they nodded with a welcoming smile.

"And he is Mr. Siddharth Malhotra!" Robert said again.

They shook their hands with Sid and then with Varun. And we sat back in our seats. Mrs. Johnson sat to the left of Robert who sat on the head seat. And their children to Mrs. Johnson's left in front of us. I sat on the seat next to Robert on the right side of his seat. Sid and Varun sat on my right side. Soon the servers served us our food.

There were several items like egg and bacon pie, aubergine parmigiana, cauliflower cheese gratin, paprika chicken, meat pies, roast steak, roast lamb with potatoes, butter chicken, Rice, Dal and Matar paneer.

"Let's start gentle men!" Robert said and we took bites of our food.

"So Mr. Malhotra! I heard you got married recently?" Robert asked cutting his steak.

"Yeah! I married in the December last of last year! And we were on our honeymoon after that. It's just been some days we have came back!" Sid said.

"Good good! So how is marriage life?" Robert asked again.

"Mhm I will say a magical journey! My wife is also a businesswoman and this is a love marriage! We have dated for several years before tying the knot so we are quite compatible with eachother! And it's going smooth I guess!" Sid replied with a smile making all of us smile back.

"That's really nice! And what about you two guys?" He asked.

Clearing my throat I said.

"Well I have proposed my girlfriend on the New year Eve party and soon we are tying the knot in June! I will be glad if you can visit and bless us for our happy married life! I will come again with a official invitation card though!" I said.

"Oh that's awesome! We will definitely come! I have always wanted to attend an traditional Indian wedding! Can we Robert?" Mrs. Johnson asked Robert.

"Sure my love! If that's what you want! Perhaps it will be a perfect getaway from my busy schedule too! Congratulations Yuvraj! And we will definitely come!" Robert said.

"Thank you sir! It will be my pleasure to have you in my wedding!" I said.

"And about me, well I am single! But I have been seeing a girl!" Varun said making Sid and me snap our head towards him with wide eyes.

I almost choked on my paprika chicken hearing this from Varun's mouth. Siddharth seemed as surprised as me.

"What?!" Sid and I asked in unison.

Varun cleared his throat and looked at us with a nervous smile.

"Y-yeah! I am!" Varun said stuttering.

"When? How? Who?" I asked in confusion.

"Don't tell me it's Shanaya!" Sid exclaimed making mine and Varun's eyes widened in shock.

What the fuck?!

"How did you know?" Varun asked making my eyes more wide if possible.

A laughing voice made us snap our head towards the direction from where it came. It was Trevor who was laughing.

"God! You guys look like cartoons with your wide opened eyes and mouth!" He said making us embarrass.

"Trevor!" Robert three him a warning look which caused his laughs come to a halt.

"Looks like your friends didn't know about your this dating thing Mr. Dhawan!" Robert said with a smirk like he was teasing him.

We looked at Varun to find him blushing and it made us surprise more. Looks like he has decided to kill us by giving mini heart attacks again and again.

"Y-yeah! Sorry guys! I just couldn't get the courage to express my feelings for Shanaya in front of you two!" Varun said.

Sid and I look at each other then sighed. We gave him a we will talk to you about it later and continued our dinner and talks with the Johnson family. We got to know that Rosaline, Robert's daughter has a bachelor's degree in English literature in Le Trobe Universityand Trevor, Robert's son is studying bachelor's in commerce in University of Melbourne.

Now after dinner we were seated in Robert's study room signing some important agreements and then we will be leaving for the penthouse.

"Here!" Sid signed on the paper and passed the paper to me. After signing the papers, we bid them our goodbyes and left the place to the penthouse.

09:45PM IST
Crown Towers Melbourne
8 Whiteman St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

We came back to the penthouse after our dinner in The Johnson's because we were hella tired. Getting out of the cars, we went inside the hotel and took the private lift to the penthouse floor. As soon as we were inside the penthouse, Varun threw himself on the couch and groaned.

"Man! This jetlag is killing me!" He said.

I rolled my eyes and saying good night to Sid and V, I went upstairs to my room. Stripping off my clothes, I wore a sweatpant and laid down on the bed. It must be afternoon in India so without wasting a moment, I dialled mum. She picked up in third ring and we talked a little. She asked me if we landed safely and if we had our dinner and all. After talking to her, I hung up and called Mia. I talked to her till I fell asleep. What can I say, her voice is like a music to my ear, which soothes my heart and mind.

Next Morning, 08:56AM ACT

I came out of the washroom in a towel around my hips. Walking towards my luggage, I took my outfit out. I wore my boxer shorts and then put the formal black slacks on. Picking up the white shirt, I wore it on and buttoned it down. Then I tucked my shirt in and wore my leather belt. Doing my cufflinks, I stood in front of the mirror and picked the comb up. I combed my hairs and wore my wristwatch before putting some cologne over my shirt. Then I grabbed my coat and went downstairs. Sid and V will be here any moment and none of us are a great fan of restaurant's food. So I decided to cook us breakfast.

I walked inside the kitchen and dropped my coat on one of a stool in front of the kitchen island. Rolling my sleeves up, I checked the refrigerator and the selves. I found some bananas, strawberries, raspberries in the refrigerator with milk, butter and eggs. So I decided to make us some pancakes. An American breakfast will do! So I take out the flour I found in the selves.

Taking a glass bowl out I poured the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in it. Making a centre by a spoon, I poured in the milk. Cracking some eggs, I put them in the bowl. Heating a pan I melted the butter and then added the butter in the bowl and mixed it thoroughly. After the batter was smooth enough, I put the bowl aside.

Heating a lightly oiled griddle over medium high heat, I poured some batter. Leaving the pancake on the griddle, I cut some strawberries and raspberries. Then I flipped the pancake. I made three stacks of pancakes and served it with the fresh chopped strawberries and raspberries. Then I made three cups of coffee.

Just then Sid and Varun came down the stairs and I found Varun sniffing towards the kitchen like a dog making me roll my eyes.

"Woah! What did you make? It smells amazing!" V asked coming inside.

"Pancakes! Here you go!" I said and put their plates and coffees in front of them.

Siddharth and Varun sat on the stools of the kitchen island and took bites from their plates.

"Mm! It's amazing! But you didn't have to do that you know! We could have eat outside!" Sid said sipping from his coffee.

"It's nothing and to be honest I am so fed up with eating outside!" I said taking a bite of my pancake.

"Hm true! I am missing Mia's handmade food! Damn she cooks so amazing! I am so going to eat every meal in the Singhania's mansion after your marriage Raj!" Varun said.

Oh I agree with V! She truly makes amazing food!

"Yeah yeah! But don't expect it everyday though! I am not letting my wife cook for you everyday!" I said.

Varun pouted.

"Whyyyyy! She said by herself that she loves to cook! And I know she will cook for me everyday! She is my sister if you don't remember!" Varun said smirking.

"Not by blood!" Sid said.

"Hey! That doesn't mean our relationship is less than real siblings! I love her like my own little sister and I swear to God Yuvi! If you dare to hurt her ever, I will kill you!" Varun said in a serious tone.

"Why the fuck will I hurt her in the first place?" I asked him, irritation can be clearly felt from my voice.

Varun just shrugged and continued his breakfast.

"Arsehole!" I muttered under my breathe and had my breakfast.

After the breakfast, we came out of the hotel and drove to Robert's office by following the address.

The Johnson's Company
63-93 Merchant St, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

Sid stopped the car in front of the office as we got down and one of the bodyguard of us took the key from Sid and parked the car aside. We went in the huge building where everyone seemed so professional and passionate about their work. We made our way towards the reception where a girl with a high bun and glasses was doing something on the computer in front of her. Hearing us her head snapped up as she gave a very professional smile.

"Hello Sir! Good Morning! How can I help you?" She asked politely.

"We are here to meet Mr. Robert Johnson! We are from India!" Varun said.

"Oh India! Awesome! Sir is waiting for you in his cabin! Wait a second!" She turned towards her left and called out a girl named Stella.

"Stella! They are the clients from India so please take them to Mr. Johnson's cabin! He is expecting them!" She said to the girl named Stella.

"Sure!" Stella said. The receptionist turned to us.

"Sir! She is Stella and she will show you the way!" The receptionist said.

We nodded and asked Stella to lead the way. She lead us to a lift and pressed the 34th button. And the lift started to move. After some minutes the lift door dinged open and we walked out. A office cabin appeared in front of us where the name MR. JOHNSON was written in bold letter. We thanked Stella and knocked on the door.

"Come in!" A voice came from inside and we went in.

Robert smiled and came up to us giving each of us a hug and welcomed us to his office. He asked us to take seats as he sat on his.

"What would you like to have? Coffee, tea or any fresh juice?" Robert asked as he picked up his landline.

"Coffee will do!" Siddharth said.

Robert nodded and asked his assistant to bring some coffee. Soon his assistant alongside Peter with the coffees and put it in front of us. Taking sips from our coffees we discussed about work and after sometime we got up to live for the project site.

March 6th, 02:56PM ACT
Melbourne International Airport
VIC 3045, Australia

Today is the last day for us in Melbourne. Yeah we are going back before a day scheduled because our work is over. And currently we are just waiting for the captain of my jet. As soon as he came we boarded in and the jet took off for New Delhi.

10:15AM IST
Indira Gandhi International Airport
New Delhi, Delhi 110037

Our jet just landed in Delhi sometimes before. We got out of the jet and the bodyguards shielded us from the paparazzi.

"Sir what do you wanna say about the accident?"

"Was it the reason behind your early comeback or it was something else?"

"Who do you think is behind this accident?"

"How is ma'am now?"

The paparazzi bursted with questions making me frown. I stopped and faced them.

"What accident are you talking about?" I asked them.

"You don't know about it! Sir! Just some moment ago, on exact 9:34AM, Mridula ma'am has been in an accident and now she is admitted in the Seven Hills hospital!" A reporter said making me freeze at my place.

"WHAT!" Sid and Varun yelled in surprise.

I can't even express how I was feeling. I just stood numb. My baby! Without thinking further, I ran back towards the jet and got in. I saw the pilot was about to get down from the jet but I didn't let him. I asked him to fly off to Mumbai right now. Sid and Varun soon joined me and we took off for Mumbai.

Why didn't anyone inform me about it and how is my baby right now?

11:45AM IST
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099

We just landed in Mumbai and I have already have my car waiting in front of the airport. Getting down the airport alongside Sid and Varun, I ran towards the exit and got in my car. Then Sid and Varun got in behind me. I was about to tell the driver to drove off to Seven hills hospital but stopped when my phone rang. I took out my phone and saw it was Sam who was calling me. I picked the call up and pressed it on my ear.

"Hello?" I asked controlling my anger.

"Bhai! How are you? Actually leave that, I can't hide it from you any long! I wanted to tell you something!" She said.

"What is it Sam?" I asked.

"A-actually M-mia got into an ac-accident today in the morning!" She said.

Finally someone told me the truth!

"Where is she now?" I asked in a calm tone.

"Whoa! I thought you will-! Leave that! Mm about Mia, she is in her home now as Avinash uncle took her home! And you don't need to worry it's just a minor one and someone saved her from getting severely hurt! And in the process she just had some injuries and all!" She said making me sigh in a little relief.

I will be fully relieved when I will see her all good with my eyes. I signalled the driver to drove off to Mia's home after giving him the address.

"So how did it all happened?" I asked to Sam.

"First of all, as much as I know you, you are acting really weird! I know how possessive and protective you are for Mia! And hearing you all calm and composed is giving me a headache! You haven't picked some other girl back there in Australia right?" Sam asked making me roll my eyes.

"Sam! Just tell me how did it all happen?" I asked with gritting teeth.

"Geez! Okay bro, calm down! Actually today in the morning she went to the hospital as you know she works there, right!" She said and I face palmed myself hearing her bickerings.

I swear I am just controlling myself because I don't want all the anger I held right now to blast on her and hurt her with my words!

"Hm so then she came downstairs to grab a coffee along with Dr. Raghvir, the fellow Physiotherapist in Seven hills! But the hospital canteen was shut down at the moment so she had to go to the nearby cafe to grab one! When she grabbed her and Dr. Raghvir's coffee and came out of the cafe, a car all of a sudden came towards her! And surprisingly she wasn't even on the roads! She was on the sidewalk and it just came like it was waiting for her to come out! But Dr. Raghvir saved her before she could have got hurt! So there are no serious injuries! You don't need to worry!" She said.

I looked outside to found ourselves in front of Antilia, Mia's home.

12:12PM IST
12B, Antilia
Altamount Road, Cumballa Hill
South Mumbai

"Okay! I will call you later!" I said and hung up before she could ask me further weird questions and make me loose my calm.

We got down and I literally ran inside just to find my baby girl. In the living room, I found Armaan with Devi aunty as she was talking about something to him. Hearing the footsteps, their heads snapped to us and their eyes widened.

"Yu-yuvraj!" Devi aunty exclaimed.

I went to her and touched her feet.

"Yuvraj beta! What are you doing here, you were in Melbourne for some business related work right?" She asked.

"Y-yeah! How come you are here! You were supposed to come tomorrow right? And in Mumbai?" Armaan asked.

"Yeah aunty! I will tell you about that later! Where is Mia?" I asked.

"M-mia! S-she is in her room!" Devina Aunty said and nodding I rushed upstairs ignoring her calls.

I pushed the door open of Mia's room to find Mia on the bed sleeping with a bandage on her head and elbow. And beside her sat Sam, Shree, Sahil and a unknown guy. Sam gasped and got up with wide eyes when she saw me.

"B-bhai!" She stuttered.

Ignoring them I walked towards my baby who was slept peacefully and sat beside her on the bed. Taking her hand in mine I placed a kiss on her forehead and then on her knuckles.

"Thank god you're okay baby! I was so worried!" I whispered caressing her cheek.

"B-bhai! How come you came back from Melbourne in just 20 minutes! This is impossible! Am I hallucinating?" She asked and pinched herself on her arm and yelped making me shake my head.

"Yuvraj! When did you come back?" Sahil asked.

"Just some minutes ago! Leave that and tell me why didn't anyone inform me about the accident!" I asked in a cold tone making them gulp.

"Why didn't you inform us baby?" Sid asked to his wife who looked down.

"Will anyone tell me why I wasn't informed about it sooner? And then when I came to Delhi I got to know about it from the paparazzi!" I asked.

"S-sorry Bhai! It was Mia who asked us to not inform you anything because she knew you will come back from Melbourne the exact moment you will hear about it! And she didn't want to give you any kind of tension or stress when you are away for business!" Sam said.

"For fuck sake Guys! She is my fiancee and the love of my life! She is going to get married to me soon! She is my would be wife and you expect me to hear this bullshit excuse from you! This is damn unacceptable! I have the right to know everything that's going on in her life! And here she almost lose her life but I wasn't informed! What the heck is wrong with you people!" I bursted.

"Yuvraj! Calm down please take you're going to wake her up and you need to control your anger bro! Mia is fine! See she is just sleeping!" Varun said placing a hand on my shoulder.

"Varun! I could have lost her today and you're asking me to calm down! And Sahil weren't you the one who promised me that he will never let any harm come to Mia! Then what happened today? Where were you?" I burst out again.

"Out! Everyone out! Leave me alone sometimes with Mia please!" I said.

They left muttering sorry and closed the door behind them. I turned to look at Mia who was sleeping peacefully.

"Look how peacefully you're sleeping after giving me a heart attack almost!" I whispered caressing her wounds.

Then I kissed on the wounds and laid beside her, holding her close to me.

I almost lost her today! And I don't know what would I do if something like this ever happens again with her? I don't even want to think about it!

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