Chapter 19: Chapter 19

Akshadh POV

"Come on Dhiya!" Januvika cheered up.

'Dhiya!!!' I turned aside to confirm Whether she is my Dhiya. Eagerness and guiltiness occupied me in a fraction of second. I was surprised and shocked to see my Dhiya walking towards the diocese. I praised and cursed my fate and destiny of life that pushed me to such situations. Happiness and tears enriched my heart and eyes. I never think that I would see her this earlier in such a choatic situation. Even I was confused and don't even know what is happening in my life. How would Dhiya think about me? Random thoughts occupied me before she reached the diocese.

"We firmly welcome you Miss.Dhiya,"

"Thank you," she picked the mike.

Januvika hugged Dhiya.

"What did you feel at this moment Dhiya?"

Dhiya was paused for a few seconds. She didn't look at me and I am clear that she is purposely avoiding me.

"I am proud of my cousin, Janu. Her humanity to help others makes her reach this level. During her school days itself, she started helping others. I wish her heartfully to flourish her dreams," Dhiya hugged her from aside.

Sometimes later they left the stage. I remained frozen looking at my girl.

The program came to an end. I was searching for my Dhiya and she found nowhere.

"Akshadh, what happened to you? Why are you sitting idle? Let us go to the party together with Janu's family. Today we planned to have your engagement?" said my mom.

"Mom, what did you mean? I am not interested in this marriage. Please cancel it," I said genuinely and seriously.

"Akshadh, think twice. It is the marriage arranged by Maanvi. It is her wish and now it is my wish too. On that day when I asked you about marriage, do you remember what did you tell?"

"Yes amma, I remembered but I thought that you would ask me before choosing a match for me," I said instantly.

"Akshadh, I gave my assurance to that family thinking you would never disobey my words. Please follow me now," my mom held my hand and we went to the party.

In the party

Janu's POV

Dhiya applied little makeup in my face to look bright for the function. Dhiya is always my best gift of God. When she is nearer to me then I am the luckiest person. She would fulfil all my desires.

Then we moved towards the function hall. We had our seats and Akshadh family had their seats opposite to us. I feel very nervous and makes Dhiya sit next to me. I held her hand tightly to make myself comfortable.

Akshadh's POV

Oh shit! Damn it! What is happening in my life? I followed my mom and occupied a seat. My Dhiya was sitting opposite to me. I looked at her continuously and signalled her to talk for a few minutes. I was almost begging to her.

I excused myself from there and came out. Within a few minutes, Dhiya came closer to me.

"Dhiya!" My eyes started shedding tears while saying her name.

"What do you want?" She said with a tone of bit arrogant.

"Dhiya, Don't you love me?" I asked seriously moving a step closer to her.

"No! I don't love you that is why I returned from the U.S before you. Please leave me," she said looking at me.

"Don't lie Dhiya. You left me knowing about this function. I am sure you love me Dhiya. Don't cheat urself, Seriously, I am not aware of anything happening here Dhiya,"

"I am not ready to hear your tactics. Don't waste the time," said Dhiya and she was about to leave.

"One-minute Dhiya"

"What?"

"Don't you love me?"

"No, please leave me,"

"I can't marry your cousin. I am going from here," I said honestly.

"I said I don't love you. How could you imagine my care and sympathy towards Allen as love? Don't ever come into my life again. Before that, I will go from here. Do what you want?" She said and left the place.

Janu's POV

My biggest day was filled with overwhelming joy and happiness. I am waiting for our togetherness. As per our rituals, we invited the priest to handle the function.

The function was about to start.

Both of our parents signalled the green signal for the engagement.

The priest, " In the auspicious day, In front of God and with the support of parents the two hearts decided to travel as one. Januvika, (daughter of  Mr & Mrs. Mahesh Chandra) is engaged to Akshadh ( son of Mr & Mrs. Gomathi Raju) The marriage date will be fixed by parents for their journey. I praise them to travel life long,"

I bowed the head down with happiness. The day I have waited so far.

They asked us to exchange the rings.

Akshadh's POV

"Mom, please stop this function. I am not interested in this marriage. Please give me some time," I pleaded.

"Akshadh, Janu is a good pair. She will look after you and our family very well. You will definitely like her once you talk to her. She has the same dream as you. So don't worry,"

"Mom, I can't,"

"Will you disobey me? Do you want to insult me in front of everyone, Akshadh? I trusted you a lot of Akshadh. Your marriage with Janu is the last wish of your best friend Robert and Manvi. If you cancel this function, will their soul rest in peace? Think twice,"

Both of you exchange your rings.

Someone held my hand and kept Januvika's hand above my palm. Tears occupied. I was looking at Dhiya, she was enjoying the function with her relatives.

Januvika, pushed the ring in my finger. Everyone clapped and cheered the function. Tears occupied my eyes.

My mom gave the ring in my hand and signalled me to proceed. I looked at Dhiya again with tears. She signalled me to continue. My friend Robert and Maanvi flashed in front of my eyes. I pushed the ring in her hand.

Janu's POV

I looked at Akshadh very closely. I love him madly. I thank God for this wonderful day and the beautiful fate of my life. He looked very handsome. I smiled at him. He held my hand lightly. His touch did something in me. His hand was very soft and placed the ring in my hand. I looked at the ring and feel blessed.

A few minutes later, we had our party dinner. I was searching for Dhiya.

Dhiya's POV

When Akshadh placed the ring in Janu's hand I can't control myself. I can't act more. I came running to the washroom. I cried a lot. I cried. I cried. I can't control. I cried. I cried. I hugged my knees and cried, cried, cried. How would I console myself? How could I destroy the happiness of  my Janu? Who would I choose Janu or Akshadh? God! Why did you push me in such a situation? I Cried I cried. The only way to wipe my emotions out is crying.  I cupped my face with my palm and cried. Cried a lot. I patted my head and cried again.

I think about the beautiful days with Akshadh and cried. Thinking about the last day at the airport I cried patting my head..

Flashback continues in the next chapter