1 Year later....

Reyansh

I walked in to the guest room and placed the huge heavy settee in there, then I spent 5 minutes rearranging the furniture.

According to Kyra, I was stress organising and I got that way, whenever I felt like I couldn't control everything around me, whenever I faced uncertainty.

Well, sue me. Of course I was worked up, my wife was Pregnant, with TWINS!!!!!!!!

I was going to be a dad, and we just moved into this mansion on the outskirts of the city, one month ago. Our new mansion was 3 storeys, it had 6 bedrooms, 1 mini room for the cats, a pool, a gym, a game room, 2 home offices - 1 for Kyra and 1 for me, a library, a garden, a massive dining room, a gorgeous kitchen and 2 living rooms. It was state of the art, a paradise.

But the new environment and all the changes put me on edge, I moved the sofa around again, when I heard Kyra scream from the living room, "Reyansh, I swear to god. If I hear one more object being moved or rearranged, I'm going to scream at you."

I wanted to point out that technically, she was already screaming at me. But I did not want to aggravate her. The doctor had told us that, Kyra should be as relaxed as possible. She was pregnant with twins, and that was always more complicated than a normal pregnancy.

So I said, "Okay Princess, I won't rearrange anymore furniture."

I then went to check on Romeo and Lily, who were on the ground floor, they were 2 adult cats at this point. But my love for Lily hadn't diminished. She was still my angel. I remember holding her when she was all of 2 months old. Romeo was alright I guess, he had slightly wormed his way into my heart, though he still remained his mother's favourite. Kyra had spoilt him rotten.

I stepped into the room and saw that Romeo was sitting on Lily and swatting at her, she was swatting back and trying to manoeuvre herself from under him. But he was a chunky cat and she didn't stand a chance. I quickly stepped forward and said, "Romeo, stop it. Don't bully your sister, don't sit on her and least of all, don't you dare attack her again."

He got off her and looked at me with an expression that conveyed, No remorse and that he was going to do it again. The moment Lily was free of him, she ran to me and rubbed herself around my legs.

Right on cue, Kyra said, "Reyansh, don't scream at Romeo. Knowing Lily she would have instigated the fight."

I called back, "Sweety, I wasn't screaming at him. I was just telling him not to attack my angel."

She replied, "Then do it gently, love."

I said, "Okay."

I then narrowed my eyes at Romeo, and did a I'm watching you hand gesture. I picked up Lily, gave her a big kiss on the forehead and then set her down, and left to go spend time with my wife.

I couldn't stop saying or thinking the term 'my wife', I used that term any chance I got. We remarried and had a simple ceremony in a temple. With only a handful of people present, it was great. We then focused on work for a few months. Our businesses were thriving. We then discovered that Kyra was pregnant, we went to USA to share the good news with Grandpa, and we consulted a doctor there and found out that we were going to have 1 boy and 1 girl. The ideal family.

Around the time we had married the first time, I had realised that we needed to move to a bigger place eventually, so I had started to renovate and beautify, The mansion which I had bought many years ago. When it was finally ready, I brought Kyra here, to show her the place, hoping that she would like it. She was shocked and excited all at the same time. She loved the surprise and we decided to move in.

I walked into the Living room and saw that Kyra was on a video call with my younger brother, Krish.

Krish had changed after that incident, which occurred over a year ago. He had grown up, overnight. He told us, that he was going to move abroad and experience new things, and explore the world. I was reluctant but knew that he was an adult and could make his own decisions.

But I told him, that when he was done, He had to come back home. I had preplanned that he may require at least 2 rooms in the future, one for him and his wife, and the other for his children. He gladly agreed to the part about moving back home, eventually.

Krish was very excited and happy when we announced the pregnancy news to him. He was going to be an uncle, I couldn't wait to see that. Though he had become more protective of Kyra now, especially after the news. On most days, he spoke more to her, than me.

I hugged Kyra from behind and said teasingly to Krish, "Hey brother, long time no see. You've practically become a stranger. Don't you miss your family? When are you coming back?"

He said evasively, "Soon Bhaiya (Brother), soon. Also, Bhabhi (Sister-in-Law) told me that she was craving for something since morning and you haven't given it to her still? I've made you in charge of taking care of her, don't make me regret that. My niece, nephew and bhabhi will get whatever they want."

The audacity.

Sarcastically, I said, "Oh, you've made me incharge? I'm most grateful. If you were here Krish, I swear I would've—

Kyra cut me off and said, "No threatening violence in front of the babies. Also, Reyansh don't threaten my Devar (brother-in-law). He's telling the truth, after all you didn't give me my snack."

I gave him the stink eye over her head and he smirked at me, knowing that he had her backing and her protection.

I said, "You know what your precious Bhabhi wants? Nachos with chocolate ice cream."

After saying that, Krish and I, shuddered in unison and jointly said, "Eew."

Kyra immediately glared at Krish and then at me.

I quickly amended my response and said, "Yummm. Actually, even I want some. Wait, I'll go get it for you, immediately."

As I hastily exited the room, I could hear Krish and Kyra laughing. I shook my head with a smile on my face and headed to the kitchen. Kyra's food cravings, mood swings and hormones were all over the place, but I was glad to accommodate her every whim and fancy.

When I came back, I saw the call was cut.

Kyra said, "Krish had an impromptu work call and he also had to meet up with some friends. So, he said that he'll call later."

I nodded my head and gave Kyra her 'treat'. I then went to sit on the chair near her. She sensed my mood and said, "Honey, he's grown up, he's an adult. The more tightly we try to hold onto him, the more he'll want to fly away. We just need to give him some space and time, and he'll be back."

I sighed and said, "You're right. It's just a little difficult for me to adjust to this situation. But it'll be fine, I trust him to look after himself."

With that she started happily munching on the Nachos and using the chocolate ice cream as a dip, as though it was guacamole. It was slightly disturbing, but if she enjoyed it, then I'd gladly make her a 100 bowls of it.

After a while she asked me, "So, what do you love about me?"

Surprised at this random question, I said, "I love every single thing about you, Kyra."

She said, "Be more specific, love. I crave to know the answer to this question. I'm heavily pregnant and you promised to fulfil all my cravings."

I said, "Cravings are food wise, not topics of conversation wise."

She glared at me and asked, "Am I or am I not, pregnant with your giant babies?"

I said, "You are."

She said, "Then I get to decide what is and what isn't a craving. Now tell me......"

Hormones.

I said with a huge smile on my face, "I love your beautiful angelic face, those eyes which sparkle especially when they look at me, that smile which can light up an entire room, those curves, and most of all your internal beauty. That heart which is so passionate, loving, caring, and understanding. That mind which is so sharp, smart and clever. Lastly, your aura radiates warmth and makes me feel loved and cherished. I love everything about you Kyra."

Her eyes were watering with tears and she practically leapt on me. She wrapped her legs around my torso and buried her face in my neck. I gently rubbed her back. I loved the additional weight she gained during her pregnancy, especially when she sat on my lap. It felt like I was cocooned.

She then kissed me, or rather devoured my mouth. She put a hand in my hair and gently scratched her nails on my scalp, she knew I loved that and it set me off. But I practiced restraint and let her take the lead and set the pace. I didn't want to overwhelm her. She was moulded to me and I could feel her all over. She quickly became breathless and stopped and went back to hugging me.

After 2 mins, she had more or less settled, when I teasingly asked (in hopes of distracting her), "So, What do you love about me? After all 'We are Pregnant', I too am 'craving' to know what you love about me."

Kyra leaned back on my thighs and was looking into my eyes, she knew I had trapped her with her own logic, she smirked and said, "I love this chiseled face, that smirk, those gorgeous ocean blue eyes, and that physique.....my god you look like a Greek god. Those muscles are just so......"

She grabbed my jaw and kissed me provocatively on the lips, with a lot of authority and confidence.

But I was in the mood for some drama, so I pretended to be hurt, put a hand on my heart and said, "So you only love me for my body? I feel cheap and used. I'm nothing but eye candy for you, a trophy husband."

She quickly said, "No, no. I did not mean it like that."

(Again, hormones)

Kyra looked sad and confused, I immediately said, "I'm just kidding, Sweetheart. I don't mind being your trophy husband."

She gave me the stink eye for messing with her, but then thawed quickly.

Kyra then said with a smile, "You are much more than that. Even if you were the ugliest man in the world, I would've loved you. You make me feel safe, happy, and loved. I know I can always count on you, you're my rock. The aura you possess, the confidence and the charm you have, which can command the attention of any room you walk into. Your mind is the sharpest and most brilliant thing, I have ever known. Your heart is beautiful, even though it has gone through so much, it has the ability to love and care deeply, beyond measure. Most of all, I love you for who you are. You're the best thing that has ever happened to me. I love you Reyansh."

She said this and buried her face in my neck, she was blushing for me. My heart was overcome with emotions. This was one of the best things I had ever heard, along with the news of our pregnancy.

I said with my voice full of emotion and love, "I love you, Kyra. You are my everything."

I hugged her, she made me a man who loves snuggling and cuddling. I was holding on to her tighter (both metaphorically and physically), than she was holding on to me. I needed her, like I needed oxygen to breathe.

Kyra then peeked her head back up and said, "Let's celebrate our babymoon, we're already outnumbered and pretty soon we'll be drowning in diapers and parental stuff. What do you say?"

I said, "That's an amazing idea, it'll be our one last hoorah for a while. Where do you want to go?"

She immediately said, "Mauritius."

I laughed at her joy and said, "Great. I'll make the travel arrangements and we can leave as early as tomorrow."

Kyra gave me a big smile, cupped my face in her soft palms and kissed my cheek, she said, "I'm so excited, Thanks hubby dearest. But I'll get up in 5mins, you are way too comfortable to rest on."

I said with a smirk, "I take that as a compliment, and you're most welcome."

Within no time, I realised that she had fallen asleep on me. I didn't want to disturb her, so I carefully adjusted myself and got comfortable. My mind started wandering and I reminisced about my life.

I got everything, I didn't even know I wanted, let alone needed. I was looking forward to our future together. I couldn't wait to be a father and hold my children in my arms, I also couldn't wait to see Kyra become a mother. I knew for a fact that she was going to be the best mother ever, just like she was the best at everything else. I was eagerly awaiting the birth of our children, and the expansion of our family.

I had come a long way, but I had finally reached nirvana.

It felt as though, I was living in a fairy tale, I got my happily ever after, with my one true love, my soulmate - MY KYRA.

..............The End.............