Diya Pov:

A few weeks later

While coming back from work, I stopped by a supermarket to buy some groceries for next week. Today is Friday, even though I have off at the weekend I am not planning to get out of my house.

I know I am such a homebody.

I changed into my PJs. After doing some work and I ate my dinner. Settling myself on my comfortable bed with my book, I put on my reading glasses and started reading.

I read until 10 pm and drifted off to sleep.

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Today is Saturday, I did the weekend cleaning routine and also did some workouts. Which is a rare thing, because I exercise once a month or so. I am happy with my weight, which differs from 51 to 53 every month.

But I do have some stomach rolls, that's why I mostly wear loose-fitting clothes.

While watching a movie, I got a call. It is from an unsaved number, with a confused face I attend the call. I said " hello". The person on the line said, " Diya beta, it's Indra aunty". " oh hello aunty, how are you".after some greetings, she asked me if we can meet at a restaurant.

I asked why she said that she wanted to discuss something with me. I think for some time and said okay warily. After hanging up the call I received a message from her, it's the address of the restaurant.

I don't know what to think about this...

Oh, I forget to mention we met 2 times in the last two weeks coincidentally. One at a temple and the other at a shopping mall. We spent some time and talked for a bit. She was a kind lady. I guess not all rich people are mean.

But why does she want to meet me tomorrow? Wait... I don't remember giving my number to her, then how did she get my number. Oh God, too many questions...

Next day

I am travelling by bus to go to the restaurant which is 45 mins away from my place. I am wearing a casual kurta and pants with my sling bag, flats.

Arriving at the restaurant, this looks like an expensive high-class place. I am not dressed for this place.

My social anxiety is slowly raising, gripping my bag strap tightly I walked into the restaurant.

Entering in I was greeted by the guest lady. I gave Mrs Shekhawat's name. She gave me dirty look. I'm not surprised.

I spot Mrs Shekhawat sitting in a private corner. Noticing me she stood up and hugged me. Sitting down she told that she already ordered for us and asked me if it's okay. I said no problem.

While eating we had some talks about random things. She kinda gives me this comfortableness.

I was also wondering, why she asked to meet me?

Suddenly she said, " beta, I know you are wondering why I asked u to meet me. we both don't know much about each other, but please don't mistake me for what I am going to ask you".

Okay! Now I am even more confused. I said, " tell me, mam". She furrowed her eyebrows and started speaking " Beta I want you to marry my son".

WHAT... If I had something on my mouth, I would have choked on my food.

"I am sorry mam what..." " I know this is not what you expected, but please hear me out".

She continued saying " from the time we met in the college u gave me the vibe of a daughter that I never had, you are super kind, beautiful and respect others so much.

I don't know, but after meeting you at the temple I imagined having u as my daughter in law which sounded so correct. I even talked to my husband about this. Imagine this is like an arranged marriage proposal".

" I think you don't know anything about me, I am...". Before I could complete she said, " I know dear, you are an orphan. You live by yourself".

Now I am super confused, how the hell does she know the details about me.

When I asked her about that she said " don't mistake me, dear, after meeting you at the temple I discussed this with my husband. We hired a p.i to get some details about you. Just for some information and a safety check.

Okay, understandable but still not fair.

She looked so nervous looking for my reaction. What am I supposed to say now?

" I understand what you are saying, Mam can I think about this, please. It's so unexpected and I can't decide anything now". I said to her

She replied, " of course beta please take your time". She also gave me her number.

" what about your son does he know about this," I asked. " Not yet, I wanted to talk to you first. I am going to tell him today ".

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The whole week I was thinking about what Mrs Shekhawat said. My heart is saying maybe this is my chance to have a family, to find love.

I had never been in a relationship in the past. I had a crush on this guy while in my 2 yr college, but I got to know that he already has a girlfriend. So Yea, I know nothing about relationships but I always wished to have one.

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Saturday, I met her again in a temple, I asked her about a few of my doubts. The status difference, what will others say etc., She said " Don't worry about other people dear, about the status I will never judge someone in terms of money".

I said OK to this marriage after a lot of thinking.

I don't know anything about her son except his name and profession. She said, " I have already arranged a lunch date for both of you to meet. Sunday that is tomorrow".

Returning home, my mind again started overthinking. I am extremely nervous about this meeting. I just hope it goes well.

Everything feels like a dream right now...

That's it for the chapter.

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