AGREEMENT - Episode 14

AHANA’S POV

I woke up and realised that my pillow was still wet. I quickly went downstairs and saw Dad and grandad were already at the breakfast table.

” Sorry… I think I overslept… I ll bring the breakfast and coffee right away. ” I said.

” It’s fine child. Actually it’s still 8. Ansh came to meet us at 7 and he left for work. I told him to be back by 6. I didn’t say anything about the surprise. ” Dad said, winking.

But I have a strong feeling that it’s we who are going to be surprised tonight. God!! Please don’t let my fears come true.

” He left already… ” I said, with a mixture of confusion and astonishment.

” You wished him right? at night. I know you were awake. ” Grandad said, breaking the silence.

” Ya… I did.. But I didn’t know he ll leave so early. Anyways, Dad I have an meeting so I ll be back by 5. Can you please work out with Piya and see the arrangements.

” I told packing my files and taking an apple.

” Of course. Dad and I will see all of it. Not to worry child. ” He said and smiled looking at grandad.

I just thought for a while that Ansh might have a coffee with us on his special day. I didn’t get it why he was behaving like a jackass.

I just thought of look at him at the office maybe hoping he wore my shirt. I had a quick shower and I washed my hair.

I messaged Piya to come home and help Dad.

When I reached the office Jen informed me that Ansh was in a meeting. My workaholic husband.
I waited till 11 and then went to the conference room. It was empty.

I wonder where did he go. I was constantly looking out of my window panes but I didn’t get a glance of Ansh. Today specially I had kept my window blinds open for the same reason.

It’s now 4:30. I have to leave. Dad must be waiting for me. Just as I got out of my office I saw Ansh. He was going in his private elevator.

We had this private elevator near the public ones. On one wad supposed to use them except for the top persons.

Here in Ansh and me. But I didn’t use it. Ansh likes all this stuff.
” Ansh… ” I called him. He turned around. I saw that he was wearing the same black shirt which I gifted him. Suddenly a wide

smile appeared on my face.
All my complains regarding his cold behaviour vanished in thin air.

No doubt he looked smart. I almost started running towards him but before I would catch hold of him he vanished in the lift.

Although he saw me how can he just ignore as if I didn’t exist. Thats rude of him. Day by day he is making me more upset and things difficult. Instead of getting better we are getting worse and all the fault is of Ansh.

I went back to our house. It was beautifully decorated. All the flowers were as I had ordered. Piya, Mir, Ma and both Dads and grandpas were busy working.

The chandelier was hanging with garlands of flowers and the room was smelling beautiful and pleasant. The lilies and roses were looking beautiful.

” Hey! Ahana… The arrangements are all done. I am going to get ready. You too go and change. Ansh may be coming any moment.

And remember Mir and I have an announcement to make. ” I nodded. They seemed really excited about something.

I changed in my new black dress and put on a light make up. I wore my Swaroski pearls along with a bracelet and a watch. A light pink lip gloss with eye liner and kajal. I was ready.

My mood wasn’t at its peak Coz of all that happened few hours back. All the excitement had died down. But still I lifted my spirits.

Look at the positive side Ahana… I gave myself some soothing words.
I went downstairs and our entire living room was filled with guests.

Piya introduced me to various friends and relatives of Ansh’s.

” Piya… Aren’t you glowing today?” I said. She really was looking awesome. She was wearing a green long gown.

” I know… But it’s a secret. Let the b’day boy come. I have a surprise.” She said looking happy.

It was almost quarter to 8 and still no word from Ansh. I could see my fears coming true.

” Mir.. Can you please call Ansh ask him to come over
here? Everyone is waiting. ” I told to Mir in private.

We went in a deserted corner away from the music and crowds.
He called in front of me.

” Hey! Where are you buddy? Everyone is waiting for you at our house. It was a surprise party but since you aren’t showing up I have invited you to come. ” Mir said in his jolly mood.

” Hi! Actually I am very busy so I ll be late… Sorry. ” Saying so he cut off the phone.
He wasn’t in the office too. So, where did he go?

Mir quickly glanced at me. I heard him. How could he do that when everyone was waiting for him here.
” Ahana… It’s fine. He ll come.

I know… ” Mir said. I know he was consoling me. But I doubt Ansh will come.
If he wanted to he would have been here.

” He won’t Mir. I think we need to proceed without him. We have to. He can’t hurt us more now. ” I was really angry now. It’s upsetting to be repeatedly being disappointed by him.

I quickly went in the centre.
” Hey! I would like to thank everyone for coming here to make Ansh’s b’day special.

But since everyone knows he is a workaholic he is stuck up somewhere and ll be in an hour. ”

It was followed by giggles. I don’t know why I hoped that Ansh would show up.

” But here we have Mir and Piya who have some news for us. ” Piya gave me look. I guessed what they were excited for.

They came in the middle.
” Actually we wanted to have Ansh too here but since he is giving us a hard time so we ll finally tell you guys.

Piya and I are soon gonna be proud Mom and Dad …. Piya is 4 months pregnant. ”

It was followed by a huge uproar and hoots.

Everyone clapped. They came and congratulated them. I went towards them after everyone finished wishing.

” I am really happy for both of you. I kind of guessed it. ” I said to Piya.
” Haha.! I wish Ansh was here too.

Its his party and he is not here. But Ahana… Really thank you for doing all this. I am sure Ansh will be back in his senses some day.

You have always wished for others happiness and I am sure God is busy planning yours. ” She had hugging me. I was really trying hard to make my tears stop.

” Mir.. Now you need to take extra care Okay!! ” I said

” Of course. Piya has really made me the happiest man. A dance. ” Mir asked Piya. Both happily went on.
I liked watching them dance. They looked adorable. I wish they have a healthy and lovely child.

I don’t even know where the hell Ansh is. He really ruined everything. I can’t understand how well be can do all this. He has a stone heart.

Every now and then people were asking me about him. And I stood clueless beside the door. Anticipating his arrival. It was already 11 now.

I asked everyone to have dinner. Dad too seemed agitated. We tried calling him but he didn’t answer.

Finally Piya and I made every guest have their food. How can anyone leave without that. It looks so bad. Everyone seemed upset.

They all left around 11:40 leaving behind gifts for Ansh which he may never open.
” Aha.. ”

Yes…Ma…” I said looking at her. I had to be strong not let my hurt emotions take over me. I know Ma would feel bad.

” We are leaving now. I am sure everything will be fine. Dad has an meeting tomorrow. Take care. Do you need anything? ” I shook my head. She gave me a warm hug and then left.

” I am so sorry Ahana. It was my plan and it got ruined. ” Piya came towards me.

” How could you say that. Its Ansh who missed such a wonderful evening. He missed the good news. I am really happy for you guys. Piya you must rest now or else the baby will blame me for creating trouble for its mother. Isn’t it? ”

I said laughing.
” Seriously Ahana… You are one such strong woman. Thank you. And you know what the baby really likes you already. ” She said putting her hands on her growing tummy.
I smiled.

” I will see that @zzh0le pays for this game he has played. ” Mir said angrily.

” It’s fine Mir. You need to mind your tongue. Make sure the baby gets all the right things. ”

” Yup!! Ahana.. Please have your food. Everyone else has left. Only your dinner is pending. ” She said.
” Yup! I ll.. Thanks for helping me Piya. If you need anything and have any cravings tell me. ” I said laughing.

” Yeah sure! ” Saying so they both left.
” Ahana! ” I turned around. It was Dad.

” I am really sorry. ” He said. Grandad was also standing nearby.
He too looked upset.
He continued.

” I didn’t know Ansh was such a… ”
” Its fine. He must be busy. You must go retire for the day, Dad and grandad. You must be tired. I ll wind up. ” I said.

” Are you sure? Please have your food Ahana. ” He asked. I nodded.
Once everyone left. I was alone in the magnificent decorated living room.

With uncut cake lying in front of me. My plate of food was left untouched. I didn’t have a proper dinner in days but still I didn’t feel hungry.

I don’t have any complaints with Ansh. Now I understand that he is like this and won’t change. He really ruined every d@mn thing.

All my hardwork and sleepless nights were wasted. I didn’t feel so insulted. I was so tired now that I melted on the sofa. It felt like the best place.

My eyes were now used to crying and it felt natural. I was so upset and agitated on myself was doing all this for a hopeless disgusting and heartless man who doesn’t care for anyone expect himself. Why did I think he could change?

What would everyone think? That wife planned for his husband and he ditched her.

I know I deserved all this for believing in him. What did I do for all this punishment?

I took my dinner plate and sat on the sofa. Why should I starve due to some jerk?

He proved that we are still strangers despite being almost 4 months together nothing has changed and nothing will change.

Our relationship has no goals and will never move further.

I took a spoon of rice but it refused to reach my mouth. I had lost my appetite. I put the spoon down. I wouldn’t eat. I gave the entire hall a last look. How magnificent the night would have been only if…..

It was 1:40 am on the clock. Ansh wasn’t still home. I grabbed a a few beer cans from the fridge. Then I saw the uncut cake lying on the table. I had personally ordered it.

I don’t know why it felt really bad. Being hurt was like an understatement.

Quickly in one gulp I drank. The cold liquid gave a relief to my burning heart.

I didn’t have the energy to change. I dropped on the sofa again. I drank till I had my fill. Till all my pain seemed to vanish and my heart felt like a feather. My eyes gave up but not the tears.

I didn’t even look in the mirror. I know I must be looking miserable. Miserable as hell.

We mustn’t have expectations because when they aren’t fulfilled only pain is what is expected.

Pain which seems endless till infinity. And heart breaks into pieces.

I drifted to a deep sleep on the sofa itself with sweet fragrance of flowers around me.

At least I will have the feeling of doing something to make him happy but then Destiny had some other plans reserved for me.

TBC