Heylo darlingsss,
Haappy New year ! And we are in 2020 !! Yaahooo ... 🥳
Lets start this year as well as this decade with lots of love, happiness and positivity.
Personally last decade was one of the major life changing phase in my life. Most happening I would say.. 😍
Thank you so much for liking my Anand Vaishu n their family...
Hope to see your support in the coming days too...😇
And update, here you go ! No more seperation ! Lets be happy.. ♥️

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There is nothing more blissful than the union of two purest souls sealed by eternal love. They says If two souls are destined to meet, the universe will always find a way to make a connection. All those sufferings, failed attempts, shattered dreams, lost hopes doesnt matter anymore. But would be worthy all the fight.Because it will only strengthen the bond that will ultimately hold them together. The journey is worth travelling when destiny finally gives you what you waited for.

Anand and Vaishnavi were always bounded by unconditional love. They trusted, understood cared for each other more than themselves. Yet, they had to part ! Under strange circumstances, for the most unexpected reason. But the seperation only strengthened their bond. And now they realised their mistake.

In a world full of narcissists and those who arent ready to accept their mistake, there is this couple who not only accept but repent for the mistake they committed out of momentory impulse. They were ready to forgive each other and give a second chance to each other. And they awaits a beautiful life.

Yes ! They had to suffer. Oblivious to the truth and away from eachother. For three long years ! Still, it was all worth waiting for.

It wasnt just a loss of time. They have gained some precious things too. Vaishnavi was no more an orphan. She have got her Amma and Appa who loves her immensly and unconditionally. Also, a loving family who supports her and gladly accepts her as their own kin. And now after all that, she finally got him by her side too.

Anand on the other side, lost three precious years of his life along with the loss of his little one. But he wasnt ready to give up on his love. Nor he was ready to go back to his family without having her by his side. He realised the importance and neccessity of her presence all these days. And patiently waited for her return. Now, the days of sufferings are over. They are together ! And that was all they wanted. After all, He got a better version of his Vaishu who is bold and strong and she got people to call as her own family.

He was happy to know that his mother in law is Savitri, his mother's best friends and his favourite aunty whom he met only few times. Unknowingly, he had fulfilled their long lost dream of getting their kids married to each other. He thanked his destiny for giving him his wife back to him in this way. As a Precious person in everyone's life. It was all bound to happen, he strongly believed.

***

Its been almost a month and half since the accident. He was given atmost care by his lovely wife, accompanies by his in parents, in laws and friends. They took turns to take care of him. His Vaishu wasnt ready to stay away from him. Stood by his side all these days.

The most interesting thing was that none raised the question about the reason of their seperation. They seemed to ignore it. He wondered at this point. Even his parents seems to be cool about it. Deliberately or not, he doesnt know. But definitely they respected their privacy as it was between them, he knows.

At the moment, he could only thank god for returning all of them to him. He could see the strong equation that exists between his parents and Vaishu. They treated her as their own daughter just like how he wanted. They loved her more than him infact. And He was happy. No ! The Happiest person alive !

"He has made a tremendous progress with the love and care from your side.It will take a couple of weeks more for him to be completely Okay. Since he only got injured on head, it will take time to get the balancing alright.And for walking, he might need a support" Dr. Ramesh informed them.

He looked at Anand who was looking at him with pleading eyes. Doctor understood his plight. He smiled at him and said. "I guess he is good enough to leave from here. He can go home. You just need to continue taking care of him like this. Well, I know this gentle man is not quite happy with the hospital stay. So its better he get some fresh air. He will be perfectly alright. Are you happy now?" He turned to Anand who gave him a wide smile.

"Okay take care mister. I will send the approval for discharge. But You need to come up for the routine check up. Okay?" Anand nodded his head like an obediant child. He was suffocated with the hospital atmosphere by then.

Vaishnavi glared at him for buttering the doctor and got his puppyface expression in return. She shook his head in defeat. But smiled to herself knowing why he did so.

"Anand will stay at our place. There is no need to look for any other options. I know what you two must be thinking."  Prabhakar said looking at Venky and Seetha. They smiled in return nodding their head.

"Yes. We know that my best friend and Anna will come up with some stupid ideas otherwise. So forget it. Anand will stay with us. Its his home too. Your Kanna is my son also. Isnt it See?" Savi nudged See and she hugged her in return. Vaishu and Anand could only smile at their mothers' love. The purest and innocent form of friendship.

Soon, the discharge procedures were done. And he was shifted from hospital to the Shetty residence.

***

Savithri brought Diya and flowers for welcoming him to their home. She applied tilak on Anand's and Vaishu's forehead and asked them to come inside. Anand was touched by the gesture. He have heard about Savithri aunty from his Amma. And with the last one month, he came to know about her good heart.

She was a wonderful person radiating love and warmth to the people around her. And Prabhakar uncle wasnt any different. The very same quality which attracted him towards his wife. Vaishu's character reflected in them. He was happy and surprised to see destiny's play in uniting these three people. Mira must have been just like them too. He was sad that he couldnt meet her even once.

The Shettys treated him like their family member. Aryan and Abhi too made a good friendship with him. Nandita was the only person who hasnt become close to him yet. She always maintained a distance. He understood what made her do so. He realised her possessiveness for Vaishu... Her Miru. In her POV, he was the one who hurted her. So,He made a mental note to talk to her once things are settled. To make her believe that he wont let her sister be sad for any reason. And was determined to gain her trust on this. It wasnt an easy task,he knew.

On the other side, Seetha and Venkitesh were more than happy to be a part of their family. To have known them. What Savitri said was right. Anand is their son too. Just like how Vaishnavi is their daughter. One big happy family, they have become.

Vaishu was happy to be back with her people. At Her home. That was her happy place. Now that she have him beside her, staying at her home will be more special. But soon, nervousness pitched in. An unknown discomfort made her restless.

She analysed her thoughts. She was Mira all this while ! To the world as well as herself. The revelation turned her peaceful life upside down. Her Life as Mira Shetty was beyond the word perfect. She had everything. Loving parents, An elder Sister as her best friend, a very supportive family and sincere friends. She was in the center of everything.

Her parents life revolved around her. And vice versa. They had many dreams about her. Her career, her marriage, her future ! Just like every parents. She know tht her Amma Appa had bigger expectations about her wedding. That was why they wanted her to get married to Abhi, seeing his good character. They thought Abhi would be a good choice for her as he knows about her past too. But her truth, her identity and the recent incidents made it impossible for them.

She is already married and Anand, her husband is back in his life. Deep down, she always loved him as her dream man and now as her husband too. He was there with her for real. In flesh and blood ! And she was ok all this while because they all have accepted him as her husband Without any complaints. She knows why. She have forgiven him and so did they. May be even before she did. Only One reason ! Her happiness and decisions mattered to them more. They just want her to be safe and secure.

Those hospital days felt normal for her. As the situation was that. She had to stay with him in hospital, look after and take proper care of him. But now, it all feels weird. The thought of staying with him at her home made her feel awkward. She felt a miss. Some sort of incompleteness. She wasnt able to behave normal as his love, as his wife !

She also knew about her Nandu akka's discomfort and distance with him. It has to be changed. Else she wouldnt be able to bear it. She herself have forgiven Anand realising his love for her. But her akka doesnt know about it. She need to know. Vaishu thought.

But Right now, there is something else which needs to get attention. This night ! Since Anand hasnt recovered completely, he has given a room in the groundfloor and Her's was upstairs. She was just ok with staying with him. Out of situational compulsion. Yet wasnt completely ready. She was immersed in her own confusions on how to handle this issue.

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Savithri had made all the vital arrangements for Anand's stay. In detail infact ! She dint find any difference. He is her son by love and son in law by relation. He has to be comfortable here. She was going to check upon something upstairs and saw her daughter standing at one corner looking outside through the window, engrossed in deep thoughts. She went near her and tapped her shoulders only to find her daughter's confused face.

"Miruu.. whats wrong? Why are you standing here?" Savi asked.

"Amma..." She hugged her mother giving up on all her worries.She needed her the most. And she was here. Savithri was taken aback with her sudden reaction. But she composed herself. Her daughter is strong yet vulnerable.

"Haan.. yes Amma is here. What happened? Why is my baby all emotional?" She caressed her head.

Mira dint reply. She was just feeling the warmth of her mother. Any problem in life? She have the solution here. Her Amma, Appa and Nandu akka. She was fortunate.

After a few seconds, she pulled back from the hug and Savitri took her to her room. She made her sit infront of herself. Gently caressing her cheeks, she asked.

"Tell me. Whats bothering my child? Amma is here right. And Amma is your best friend too. Am I Not?" Mira just nodded her head.

"You can tell anything to me. I am here to be with you. As always. Tell me Why are you down?"

"Amma.. I am.. I am confused." Mira was fidgeting her fingers. Savitri noted it and understood she was confused and worried for something. She placed her hands on hers in assurance and asked to go ahead.

"I.. I feel weird Amma. I know Anand and I are married. I am his wife. And I love him. I am happy that you all treat him well giving all the love and respect that my husband should get. But..." She paused and looked at her mother's confused face.

Savitri was clueless. She dint get what her daughter was trying to say.
So she kept a clueless face waiting for her to continue.

"I mean.. I know how deeply you wished to see my wedding. But I am already married. I dint know. Now that he is here. In a not so good healthy condition. I am supposed to be with him,take care of him. But I am not able to do that whole heartedly."

Savithri was shocked to hear those words. She maintained calm for the time being to let her confess all her worries.

"Its Not that I dont love him. I do ! With all my heart. None can replace him ever. He is my man, my husband. Father of my child. I know all this. But I am feeling awkward and uncomfortable in sharing space with him. I feel something amiss. A sort of Incompleteness. I dont know what it is. This is my home. My parents. My happy place. I should be normaly happy to have him here. But I am not able to include him and accept him as one among us. I dont know Amma. I am feeling terrible." Mira opened up.

Savitri understood her plight. She realised her emotions. Because she was the replica of her own Mira. The one who always think about other's happiness and place them above herself. There isnt any difference here also. Her daughter was concerned about their feelings and dreams. She know that they wanted to celebrate her wedding grandly. Now with Anand's entry,it would just remain as a dream. And She was sad because of it.

Savitri hugged her with all the love she have for her. Her darling daughter. Slowly she pulled away.
"Miru. I understand your emotions. But its totally unnecessary. Its true that me and your appa wanted to see your wedding. But thats not important. Forget the wedding part, we want you to have a safe and secure life. We know that Anand is genuine and a good guy. You are safe with him. And the happiest. Thats enough for us.We only want everything best for our daughter. And the plus point point is that we are not meeting him for the first time. Anand isnt a stranger. He is our son too. We love him as much as we love you." She giggled as she earned a glare from her daughter for that.

"Ok not as much as you. But somewhere near. He isnt just Vaishnavi's husband. But my See's son. Means my first child. And its true that we couldnt witness your wedding. Neither See and Anna. So its ok. It happened and we accept it. Now You dont have to feel awkward for being with him. We all have accepted him whole heartedly as your better half. So Amma's baby need not worry about anything. My son needs your presence the most. Take care of him forgetting all this stupid thoughts. He have suffered enough all this while with your absence. Dont let him be down again." She gently kissed her daughter's forehead in assurance.

Mira was relieved to a great extend. She was guilty of not fulfilling her parents dreams. Though it was unintentional. She nodded her head in Yes and went towards Anand's room remembering her Amma's words.

***

Anand was lying on bed thinking about the twists and turns in his life. About his Vaishnavi... his angel for life. Their life wasnt less than a movie. Her entry, their fights, friendship, love, his engagement with Vasundhara, reconciliation with Vaishu, wedding, their moments, misunderstandings, seperation and now their reunion. It had enough drama all this while.

God had planned everything so well that his childhood favourites became his in laws. His Vaishu became their daughter. He know her love for them by this time. And theirs too.

Vaishu was a naive girl who believed everyone. All she wanted was some genuine love. She was pretty much easy to understand. But Vaishu as Mira wasnt that simple. She had different layers of character. She was a daughter, sister, friend. Apart from his wife's role. So many relations to deal with. And she was strong. Even ready to let go of him for their happiness. She was a fierce woman with so much strength and compassion. And He loves both versions of his wife. But Vaishu wasnt much different when it came to her loved ones. Yet, the bolder version of character was of Mira's.

There was a slight sort of discomfort in her since the time she came home. He had noticed it. She wasnt giving him attention. Hell, she dint even come near him. Pretending to be busy in making his stay comfortable. But he knew his wife too well. She was deliberately putting distance from. He had doubts on the reason. But thought of asking her directly rather than assuming things. He was Just waiting for her to come to him.

His thoughts were broken with the sound of door opening. Finally she was there. With his food. She smiled at him. And found it not to be her 1000w smile. Yet, he reciprocated it.

"Hi.. were you sleeping?" She asked keeping food in the nearby table.

He sensed the formality and awkwardness in her tone. And decided to play along.

"Hi.. Mm No !" It was a straight answer.

She was stuck. Trying hard to continue the conversation. Sensing her awkwardness, he spoke.

"Why did you bring the food here. I can walk. Just a little help needed. I would have called Appa or uncle for that." Her face lost colours upon hearing that. She know why he said so. Definitely Sensing her distance with him. She feld bad. And He noticed it.

"I would like to have food with everyone." He genuinely said.

She nodded and said. "I.. I thought of having food together. I mean just you and me." She pointed at the two plates.

It was then Anand noticed there was food for two. He felt happy and tried to get up on his own. But Vaishu rushed to his side, holding his back as support. He wanted to do things on his own and put genuine efforts. They were seated opposite to each other and silently had food. She dint dare to initiate a conversation. Neither did he.

She wanted to say sorry for keeping things hard and maintaining distance with him. Where as he was observing the abnormality in her behaviour. He understood that she is restless over something. They finished food and she came back after keeping the plates back in kitchen.

Anand had already done washing hands without her help and was settled on bed. He watched her each and every moves.

She was nervous. Her Amma's words were the only thing she was holding on to. She closed the door half mindedly and sat on the other side of the bed. "He is my husband. He needs me right now." She literally chanted this in mind.

He observed her and thought about breaking the silence. He clearly dint like the silent mode of his wife.

"Vaishnavi..." He whispered. She just looked at his face in surprise. He never calls her by full name untill its something serious.

"Mm..." She could only reply that.

He tried to lean on to the headboard of the bed and she helped him.

"I need to talk to you." He looked at her stressed face.

"It is about us... Our life. Last three years .. It was hell ! Without you.. I really felt how life in hell would look like. Trust me, I dont want to live those moments again." Vaishu stared at him with tearful eyes. She got what he meant. She was guilty of hurting him.

"I realised the depth of our relation and the intensity of our love. Vaishu, I am incomplete without you." He held her hands and confessed.

"Anand.." She tried to intervene but was stopped by him.

"Wait ! I have to complete. Once I did the mistake of hurting our loved ones with my sudden decision. I couldnt think of anything else that time. I was scared to loose you again. After all those fights and seperation, I dint want to hurt you again. And we were married without our family. Their pain and tears. For that we had suffered enough. I dont want to do that again. I dont wanna live a life with you like this."

She was shocked and confused at his words. Anand just smiled.

"I meant I dont wanna resume our life from where it was stopped. Lets forget all those hurting moments from the past and start from the scratch. What say?"

He understood that she dint get what he meant. That poker face she made when in confusion, made him realise that. He just smiled and clarified what he said.

"Vaishnavi, You arent just my Vaishu now ! My Naive, Softspoken silent girl. You are their Mira too. A bolder version of my baby wife. And I like you this way too. I know how you love your family and give them importance. I must admit that I feel jelous at times. But more than that, I am happy. Happy that your biggest wish of having a family of your own got fulfilled. I couldnt give you a happy life as promised. I was the worse husband who dint deserve a good soul like you. Neither I could give you the love of my family nor I could be a good life partner. I am sorry for that.." He paused as she kept her fingers on his lips.

"No Anand.. No ! You were the best husband. We dint get the love of your family I agree. But you were my everything. My love, My parents, My Best friend, My brother. You were the bestest thing I ever had Anand. Trust me !! Its true that we had to part. And we are yet to find what went wrong. So lets not touch that part. I dont know why you are saying all this now. But I have to say sorry for what I did. I am sincerely Sorry. For keeping distance with you. I was feeling uncomfortable."

"I understood that baby. I do notice the subtle difference in your behaviour. And I am not surprised. As expected, you hold importance to your family's happiness Right?" She was surprised. Nodded her head .

"Vaishu, Honestly I am happy how you prioritize them. Because they deserve all your love. You belong to them more than me. But that doesnt mean I am going to leave you. I am selfish. I need their love too. Afterall, they are my godparents. Once my favourite uncle and aunty. I have heard a lot about them from Amma. And I know how she missed her bestfriend. But I never thought things would turn out like this. That I would be their son in law. And I am just sad about one thing. That I couldnt meet Mira."

"Mira.. She was a gem. Ill be indebted to her forever. She was the purest soul I have ever met. Even on deathbed, she cared about me. Who am I?? A total stranger ! Yet she was concerned about my life. Our baby's life. I dont think anyone could be like her. I am blessed in a way to hold her identity. No matter what, she is my sister. No A part of me. This life is something which she have gifted me" He just smiled at her and asked.

"Do you have her picture? I havent seen her." Vaishu looked at him. Paused for a second and said.

"Yes ! I will show you."

"Baby, I havent finished. This is something very important thing in our life. And I hope you take it in the right sense." She nodded to proceed and was all ears.

"I want to start our life with our parents blessings. With everyone by our side. Their wishes, blessings. We need all of it. Lets get married again Baby." It was a statement rather thn a question. But he looked at her with hopeful eyes. Her decision do matter.

Vaishnavi couldnt believe her ears. She wanted this deep down in her heart. And he has exactly voiced out what was in her mind. She just kept staring at him in admiration and happiness.

"Its ok if you dont want... I felt like.." He couldnt complete it.

Vaishnavi couldnt think of anything else. Him and the moment ! Thats all mattered. The best of everything.

She smashed her lips on his and kissed him reciprocating her feelings. He was taken aback by her sudden action but dint take much time to react. It was finally the union of two parted souls. He couldnt wait any longer to process his thoughts. Just wanted to get dissolves in the moment. And he exactly did that. Giving all the love he have for her.

After three long years. At the moment, He felt like he has been blessed with a new life. Her presence itself made magic in his life. And this intimacy. It was beyond perfection ! The kiss wasnt just a physical thing. It defined the union of two people who loved each other unconditionally. They were senseless until he felt her struggling for breath.

He pulled apart for a moment giving her chance to breath. But Only to capture her lips again. Their intimate moments were always magical. But this one was very special and they felt it different. Afterall they have yearned each other's presence knowingly or unknowingly all these days. And they got it after a lot of struggle and suffering.

He was ready to let go of everything else for her. To win her back with everyone's consent. They have conveyed all their feelings and intense love through the kiss.

After a considerable amount of time, they finally pulled apart and joined their forehead in satisfaction. It was their moment. Which reflected their love. A brightest smile lingered around their lips.

"How do u read my mind always baby? I wanted this.. Exactly this. Amma Appa have bigger dreams about my wedding. They couldnt do it for her. And wished for mine atleast." She sounded emotional.

Anand could only smile at her. He knew this was coming.

"Honestly, I was happy that you were here with me. As my man. Amma Appa and rest of my family had already accepted you as their son in law without any complaints at the moment I had let go of my past grudge towards you. But it was me who couldnt come into terms with the happenings. I felt an incompleteness in our relation. May be because I know how my parents dreamed of giving my hands to my life partner. Not that we did something against it. It wasnt anyone's fault that I am already married. And the thought of their dreams became impossible because of our relation made me uncomfortable. I couldnt face you with this thought bothering me inside. I should have told you about it. I am so sorry for hurting you Anand." He nodded his head in No and kissed her forehead.

"But you surprised me with your decision. Huh? Amma Appa.. What do I tell about them. I feel I am the luckiest girl in the whole universe. They have given me all the love I yearned from my real parents. And I had given up on it long back. Seems like God dint forget my wish. I dont understand What good thing I had done to get them as mine? To be one among them... I dont know. But I could certainly feel this. I am happy. Content. Fortunate. I have the best in everything. Best parents, Best sibling, Best friends, and The Best Husband ! All of you to support, love and pamper me. And now they all love you too as their own. I want you to feel their care and love. As you said, lets start it all over again. We need Both Our parents' blessings before we start our journey together...Before we go to find the real villain of our life." She said the last line with a firm voice and Anand agreed.

They smiled whole heartedly. And Vaishu went to her room as per Anand's suggestion. He have agreed to let her know if he is in need of anything at night.

***

The night was a blissful one !!
Vaishu realised that her life and her character has changed for good. She was determined to do something that is very much needed at the moment. And Anand's thought wasnt any different. They were all set to execute their plan the next day.

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Finally  ! Pheww I did it !!

Sorry that I couldnt update last year.. I was having irritation in my eyes and couldnt complete writing.

This is another longest chapter I hv written..
Pic credits: insta, google, edits ! I am amazed with some pranushka edits.. omg ts surreal !♥️
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