3 years later

Kiara

" Wow. Now, I would choose to look at this site any day over going out." I meet his eyes through the mirror. This man always manages to make my heart swoon and melt under his gaze.

" You want to have a peaceful night then please let's not delay for his birthday party. " I straighten for one last look in the mirror.

" How about one small inning before going?" His steps are meticulous and dedicated.

" Last time that happened, this happened." I turn around to face him as I tap my 3 months pregnant stomach.It is not apparent but there is a small bump.

We are married and expecting again.As Arjun predicted our first child was a girl, Siara. The name means ' a princess ' and it truly suits her. Siara is the light of the house with two-man tracing her every step.

Motherhood is truly a blessing. We tied the knot 6 months after Siara was born in Delhi but we had two receptions. One in Delhi and another one in Mumbai for their celebrity friends and teammates. I am now friends with all the team member's wives as we join each other on tours. Arjun has been elected as the captain of the team. The last two years gave us everything we wished for and sometimes more.

Siara is the most diligent, sunny, and bright child. She was never a fussy baby. She is always smiling, never woke us up late at night and she is studious just like me. Not his father.While 3 years old would engage in toys and games, Siara is a reader. She can sit all day and watch National geographic. Arjun had planned to introduce her to cricket at a very early age but much to his dismay she never gave it a second glance. I have Karn by my side as he wishes for her to manage the company.

" There is my cricketer." Arjun bends down talking so he is facing my stomach.

" What if he is just like me? " I try to pull his leg.

" Seriously, why not just rip my heart out already? " He stands up making a face at me.

" Just stating the possibilities captain." I round my arms around his neck bringing him down to me.

" Your honor, shall we? " He speaks against my lips making my stomach flutter. 4 years with this man and he makes me giddy just like the first day.

" We have around 10 minutes." I whisper as he locks our lips. We move apart from the banging of the door.

" We just had 10 seconds." I laugh lightly as I pass the closet room to our bedroom to open the door. Karn and Siara are both wearing black. Siara is stuck to his waist as her legs go around his waist as tentacles so do her hands. As usual, she is smiling.

" Don't you two look beautiful? " They both give me an identical smile. The effects of a constant company.

" Baby momma we are getting late for the party." Karn extends his watch clad hand towards me which I ignore.

" We are ready. Arjun... " I shout to call him outside.

" Yes, we are ready. We were not distracted at all." Arjun appears by my side as bends down to face Saira.

" There is my baby." Arjun widens his arms to take her but Karn takes two steps back.

" She is my date tonight and you are stuck with yours.Mine would be the most beautiful girl in the room. Sorry baby momma." Karn smiles heartily towards me. I can't agree more.

" Without a doubt. " I tap his chest.

" Bade papa, go. ( Elder father ) " Siara says in her angelic voice. Karn brings her closer to his body as he kisses her head.

" Yes, my beti ( Daughter). " Karn looks at Saira like she is the center of his universe. She truly is. His day starts and ends with her on his side. Siara sleeps with him, eats with him and he has begun to take him to his office. She is his daughter as much as she is ours.

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" Happy birthday to you.... happy birthday dear Karn ... happy birthday to you." All the attendees sing together as Siara cuts the cake and Karn is holding her hands in his big palms, completely engulfing them. Karn goes down to his knees hugging Siara as they both smile for the camera and exchange cake.

" Maa ... papa." Siara calls us with her full smile with dimples. Yes, she got dimples that she inherited from her father and the thick black slightly curly locks but everything else is me. Arjun picks her up bouncing her in his arms as Karn feeds me the cake.

" By next year I would have my wingman." He says to me as we hug.

" He would be 1-year old by then so not a great help but hopefully in the future." I cross my fingers as we both laugh.

" Happy birthday. You are 30 and we both are still 29. " Arjun appears on my side as he clasps his shoulder with a wide taunting smile.

" Kiara .... " Karn looks at me with narrowed eyes as I elbow Arjun in the waist.

" I think you are aging like a fine wine. You are getting handsome with each passing day. " Which is the truth.

" You guys should go home. Kiara should not tire herself and take Saira too. " Karn says yo Arjun as he passes his fingers through her locks.

" You sure? I can stay with you. " Arjun asks.

" Please go home and continue what you were doing in the room but make sure Saira is asleep. " Karn wiggles his eyebrows mischievously earing a playful slap from me.

" See you tomorrow. " Karn kisses Saira's cheek and mine before placing his hand on my stomach.

" He needs to come fast. "

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" What do you think we are having this time? " I ask Arjun as I settle comfortably onto the soft pillows. My body gets tired easily, my feet are slightly swollen and there is constant nausea.

Surprisingly, I never had any hardships during the term of Saira and I think it shows on her. She is just the sweetest child.

" It a boy definitely and he is going to be troublesome." Arjun says appearing from the bathroom shirtless. I can look at this body of perfection all day.

" He is troubling me now This is nothing like the first pregnancy. " I whine as I go deeper into the pillows .My first pregnancy is a sore subject for Arjun as he regrets not being there for the first 5 months. He believes he missed the experience.

" Now, you can compensate for both times." I smile at him.

" I am planning to. Took your vitamins? " He asks rounds the bed to his side from where he produces a band.

" This supports the ankle and lessens the pressure." He says binding it on mine.

" Do you think Saira is asleep for the night? " He enquires with a familiar glint in his eyes.

" That girl has never sacrificed on her sleep. She peacefully sleeps through the night." I straighten my back as I see Arjun getting on the bed.

" Let's continue. " He straddles my things making slow circles on my stomach.

" I am tired. " I click my tongue.

" Not as much as you would be after I am done with you. " With that, he bends to meet my lips as we both mold together.

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