PART 30

Maan was just looking at Geet making a steady move towards her room as she has to pack her things and organise herself. Armaan could sense all confusions in Maan.

Armaan: Bro... what happened? Where are you lost?

Maan: I think Geet is not interested to move from here but still she has made up her mind to go against her own interest.

Armaan smiles at his brother...He knows Maan never looks back when he makes his decisions. But today, is the day he got to see this side of his brother which he never got to witness till date. Well...I really don't know about her actual preferences but what ever has been decided is for good. After witnessing all what has happened, I honestly feel Its better Geet bhabi lives in a calm place and the farmhouse is the best option.

Just then, Rajinder comes close to them..and rests his hand on Maan's shoulder. He is the only one in this family who supports Geet to move to a calmer place.

R: Puttar...he is right (referring to Armaan). You and Geet have taken a wise decision. I am once again sorry for my wife's (Manjeet) behaviour.

Rajinder is one person in this family who has won a special place in Maan's good books. He is still not able to digest the fact that he has been married to a person like Manjeet.

M: Ji..why are you feeling sorry when YOU haven't done anything wrong?

Raj: But all what has been done is by my wife, my better half...so, I must also face the consequences. He sighs (We have been paired by God)..so, I have to stand for it till the end of my life..

Maan's holds his hand..I am really proud of you. I wish even your wife reciprocates this relationship with same favour.

Rajinder smiles sadly...I know what Manjeet has been doing is not acceptable...but believe me puttar, she is not a bad woman at heart. Since she was the only child to her parents, she was overly pampered and right from her younger days she has always wanted best out of best...and no body made her understand what is right and wrong and infact they have been encouraging her stubbornness and she has faced tough consequences because of that all alone...and

Rajinder stopped there...may be he was about to say the same secret what Ranoma was going to disclose and she was stopped by Geet. Something is definitely hidden about Manjeet. Anyways, There is a valid point in what Rajinder is saying. May be Manjeet has some psychological issues...In fact, she doesn't have a positive mindset atall.

Raj: With all what Manjeet has done to Geet, I am not requesting to excuse her for all what she has done but please don't hate her.

Maan holds Rajinder's hand softly...You need not make yourself feel small like this. I must admit honestly that what your wife did to my wife is not at all acceptable...I am very upset with her...but I will not hate her...and if I did, then mind you, I wouldn't vow to come back here for your daughter, Nandini's wedding.

Raj: Thank You puttar... I must admit that Geet is lucky to have such an understanding husband like you... Maan responds with a weak smile. Rajinder's gaze moves towards Armaan who has been accompanying Maan all this while. Well..you haven't introduced this young gentleman who has been accompanying you through out.

Maan: Oh haan...sorry..I didn't get the right opportunity to introduce him to you all.. he is Armaan...my cousin but he is more close to me like my younger brother. Also, he is Ridzy's fiancé.

Rajinder is shocked to hear this...Daarji-Rano-Mohinder turn to look at Armaan with Awestruck reaction. Finally, Armaan got an opportunity to take everyone's blessings by touching their feet.

Daarji smiles with happiness...Dr. Soni (Ridzy's dad) has been mentioning to him about Armaan and today, he got to meet him...moreover, his joy is knowing no bounds now as Armaan is also Maan's cousin.

Daarji: Jeethe raho puttar...He gazes at Maan... why you didn't tell us before? He has come to our home for the first time. Aur tho aur...he is going to be Daamad of Dr. Soni... he deserves double treat. Today, you will have dinner here..He looks at Rano.. Rano puttar, you arrange for a special Dinner for Armaan puttar.

Armaan: Daarji...no formalities please... Anyways I cannot stay back here till Dinner time.

Rano: Arre puttar...these are not formalities...Being our Daamadji's younger brother, we are bound to serve you..

Ar: Oh Auntiji, How I really wish but I will be leaving along Ridzy in sometime. .. I may have to do night shift today. Anyways, Auntiji, I have already received your treat today.

Rano and all others look at him surprisingly.

Ar: Geet bhabhi had given me the gobi parathas prepared by you.

R: Oh Acha?

Rano was feeling a mix of confusion but happy with all what Armaan tells her.

Ar: I have never tasted such amazing parathas..your hands are magical Aunty ji.

Rano is simply looking back at Armaan astonishingly.

Ar: How I wish I could stay back for dinner..but I cant. Now, can I invite myself to have hot hot parathas made out of your beautiful hands? may be some time in near future?

Rano is all smiling now forgetting all the grief that she had to go thro just a while ago....Puttar, This is your home. You can just walk in here any time.

Just then, one of Titoo's friend calls both of them to Geet's room so that they can at least have some tea and snaks.

Armaan pulls Maan... Bro..lets move to Geet Bhabhi's room.. bhabhi and Rizi are already present there. Can fill my tummy with some snacks and refreshments too.

Armaan tells it excitedly, Maan is forced to follow this grown up kid and everyone look at both brothers and smile at each other.

Back to Geet's room

Geet has freshen up and changed herself into a nice yellow dress and let her hair loose. She sits in front of her dressing table and gently combing her long hair and was lost looking at the mirror remembering all the happenings of the day. She almost jerks when Ridzy called for her.

R: Geet..have your snacks and tea first and then continue..

Geet makes a slow start with her snack and tea which Rajji got for her. Geet literally pleads Ridzy for some spicy snacks that were served to everyone else apart from Geet. Ridzy simply refuses to serve her. Rajji – Nandini and Titoo are helping her with packing not making her do any work. She frowns initially but it really makes her feel special that she has such cute siblings around. She will really miss them once she leaves from here. Thick layers of tears forms in her eyes. How she wished to spend her quality time with them during the next 3 weeks till the time of Nandini's wedding as after that she is sure she will never be able to get to meet them again...but she is not destined even for this small happiness. .. Babaji, I am sure you are punishing me for some sins..do go ahead but please tell me what sins are they? She closes her eyes and the layers of tears now flows freely down her chin... Ridzy wipes her tears...Geet..yeah kya? don't regret your decision. It is a wise one. I could see its nearly impossible for you to have a peaceful atmosphere here.

G: Ridzy, I have not taken any decision that is good or bad, wise or stupid ...I know every decision that has to be taken in life has some compromises and I am accepting it with out any protest. I have to move on and I am going with the flow of time. That's it.

Again whatever Geet tells is out of level of understanding for Ridzy. But yes, she is happy for Geet that she will be away from this crazy crowd of elderly people. Especially Manjeet and Gang.

There's a knock on the door...Its Armaan and Maan together. Ridzy welcomes them in..Hey...good you both are here. come join us...The tea is hot and the snacks are fresh.

The first ever thing that sought Maan's attention is his wife..She has just freshen up and changed in to a yellow dress and her hair left open takes his breath away...she truly looks like an Angel..his Pari.

Geet didn't know how to react and what to do further after seeing them. She suddenly gets cautious especially with Maan's presence and his intense look on her which she could even feel it even after stealing away her glance from him. Again his looks are stinging her as till date she could feel only ANGER is his true expression. Yeh lo babaji? Why is he looking at me like that?..what did I do now? May be he is angry because he is not convinced to move with me to the farmhouse but he is doing because of Daadima's pressure. She slowly gets up and Ridzy stops her.

R: Oye Geet...cant you sit in one place? Finish with your snacks and tea first...

G: No Ridzy...I have to make black coffee..the hot flask and coffee is just there in the corner table you see.

R: Black coffee? For whom?

Nandini speaks out. Oh Ridzy di, you don't even know? Maan Jiju is here and he has only black coffee..That's why Geet Di is getting restless..

Geet happens to glance at Maan for a brief sec and she looks away while he is still lost in her.

N: By the way Di..why are you worried when I am here? I have got well trained in these two days to make special black coffee. She tells it proudly..and now, I bet jiju will miss my black coffee when he moves from here....she looks at Maan and winks.. hain na jiju?

M: Well..Nandini, Your coffee was good...but it can never beat the taste of the coffee that my wife makes. Ridzy and Armaan made a woooing sound and Nandini's face became small.. But for today, I will have coffee made by my dearest saali sahiba.

N: That's like my dearest and cutest jiju... I will make for you right away.

When he told this and with a reflex he looks at Geet if there is any reaction especially, at least a smile or a blush..but she just happened to glance at him for a sec and looks away as if she is not believing him or he is not referring to Geet but someone else?. Her casual behaviour increases his emotional turmoil..He knows its a tough call..but prepared to face anything to win her heart.

On the other side, Geet couldn't even relate herself to what Maan just said..is he praising me or taunting me? Did he even know I have made coffee for him many a times and sent it thro Nakul kaka or Shantima? I bet he would have thrown it out of window if he came to know at that point of time...and now see...WIFE's BLACK COFFEE??she grits within... Babaji...I am really getting overdosed with this surprises. For once I can trust a liar but not a charmer like him who just praises the person he hates in front of the people around him just to gain some positive attention.

On the other end, Rajji and Nandini happen to murmur something whilst secretly checking on Armaan as how he stood out as a stranger and yet been supportive to Maan and also he was seen glued with Ridzy.

Meantime, Armaan sits down with his new found interest...his dearest Bhabhi..

Again Geet tries to get up feeling odd......and Armaan begins with his talk... Bhabhi please why are you feeling so shy? Betiye na please... (Sit down please)

Geet nods and sits down slowly... whilst looking at Maan every now and then.

Ar: So.. what's up? How are you feeling now?

How could she even mention how miserable she is feeling at this point of time.

G: I am feeling better now. This Ridzy is over reacting right from the beginning..she twists her lips..Also she is so choosy about what I should eat..what I should do? Pata nahin kis baat ka badla le rahi hain mujh se! (I don't know what revenge she is taking against me")

Aww..she really looks so cute while folding her hand and pouting her lips complaining like a kid. Maan was just lost looking at her pouting cutely . He just imagines how adorable she would look when she would complain about him ...but he has never seen her or heard her doing so...

Armaan looks at Ridzy's open mouth reaction listening to all Geet's complains and he couldn't help chuckling within...Well..I would 100% support Ridzy in this regard. For me your well-being is more important. He pauses for a sec..And bhabhi, its matter of few days only till the time your appetite gets back to normal and you slowly give up on these medicines. OK??

Geet nods for a YES cutely.

Ar: So..are you done with your snacks and tablets?

Geet just Gulps down the tablets. well...I am done you see.

Ar: That's like my Good girl Bhabi!

This is the time she had a slight blush on her cheeks how cute it sounds when someone not only calls her Bhabhi but also pampers her as if she is most important person in his life. Even though she is his "Namesake" bhabhi and this relationship will be short lived.

On the other hand, Maan is so amazed to see her comfort levels with all people around apart from him.

G: Hmm...I just wanted to tell you some thing..woh..I am very sorry Armaan...

Ar: What? Sorry? What for?

G: You see you are here in my maternal home for the first time and unfortunately all this happened. you were not welcomed properly and I failed to be a good host today. Please don't mistake me and my family.

He glances at Ridzy and then holds Geet's hand ... don't feel so low about yourself for such silly reasons...There's absolutely no such formalities between us...

G: Its not about formality, its about being courteous and I couldn't live up to it.

Ar: Ooh..c'mon...Now, this is my family too....I was just talking to your family members and when they came to know about me, they were running around as if they lost a hold of a chicken..

everyone surround them started laughing. Geet too couldn't hold on to her giggle and Maan was just simply lost in her.

Ar: But then I had made them understand not to be formal with me. Luckily by then I was called here.

Nandini hands over hot mug of coffee to him and Rajji serves him with some evening snaks...

By the way, I have these beautiful girls who have been taking very good care of me. What else can I ask for? he winks at Nandini and Rajji which initially shocks them and then both happen to blush. So, don't worry..I am very well taken care of . He happened to casually look at Ridzy and found her looking back at him furiously.

G: Arre haan...I forgot to introduce you all to each other...Armaan...meet Nandini, Rajji, Titoo...and now she turns to introduce Armaan to everyone and he takes a lead in self introducing himself to Nandini and Rajji and rest all gang And gives a firm shake hand to Rajji and Nandini.

Ridzy is fuming with jealousy and Armaan notices it and he simply loves it when she gets jealous .

Hie...I am Armaan...your Maan Jiju's younger brother. So...you can treat me like how you treat your Jiju.. He tells this by straightening his shirt collar whilst looking at his fuming barbie doll and was surely expecting an outburst from her side.

Ridzy: Acha ? ...by the way, they are Maan Jiju's sister in laws, not yours. She expresses her clear frustration by resting both her hands on her hip.

Ar: Oh what ever...I am their sweet jiju's younger brother na? So, that way, they are treating me so sweetly...isint it?

He turns to look at Maan and talk to him... Hain na Maan Bhai? (I am right na maan bhai?).

Maan: YES... I trust my saali sahibas.They will take good care of you.

Ridzy is gazing at both brothers with open mouth. All of them start to giggle. For sure, Armaan has this charm to bring this change into this tensed atmosphere. But Geet is now concerned for Ridzy..as Armaan has just touched the line of limit and she warns Armaan by murmuring to him.

Geet: Aramaan..you are really going overboard in teasing my friend. Be careful.

Armaan: What Bhabhi? I don't get such opportunities daily na? Let me enjoy these moments.

Geet happens to nod her head and smiles at Armaan's silliness and at the same time she naturally happens to gaze at Maan. He is silently gazing at both herself and Armaan. "Hey babaji, I am sure he is not liking Armaan giving me so much importance. Now what shall I do when Armaan made the start ?"

Geet clears her throat and continues to chat with Armaan... I am ok so far as you do not invite trouble for yourself.

Geet and Armaan stop with their murmuring when Nandini nears them with a plate full of special snacks...that was snatched by Rajji. Nandini watching her with open mouth.

Rajji: Uff fo di...you are only supposed to take care of Rahul Jiju na? ... don't worry about Armaan ji. I will take care of him.. Aur inpe sab se jyada mera haq bantha hain! (As I have more right on him than anybody else!) she sits right next to Armaan and serves him with snacks...Also, takes a piece of snack and tries to feed him. This act of hers shocks everyone..especially, Geet, Maan, Ridzy and Armaan.

Rajji: Nandini di, You see...Geet Di was married off last year. and then you will be married within a month and then...

Nandini: and then?

Rajji: And then It will be my turn na? You know na di...I hate arrange marriages.. so, I want to try love marriage and want to make a start now.

Geet pulls Nandini to get her attention and murmurs to her. ...I bet you and that Preetho have great contribution in spoiling my innocent sister in last one year. . What's been going on during my absence?

Nandini: NO WAYS DI...believe me..

Rajji: Di..I have developed my own general knowledge. So, don't blame anyone.

Geet Stares back at Rajji's straight forwardness or to say her bluntness or its simply her dumb innocence ... She is also worried if Armaan mistakes Rajji to be a spoil brat or a flirt. In that worry, Geet almost shouts at her. Rajji...kya bachpana hain yeh? (What childish act is this?) behave yourself. Otherwise?

Rajji jumps out of ther place and hides behind her Maan jiju... Kyun di? She now moves to maan and holds his hand.. Jiju..what wrong did I do? See..your wife is shouting at me.