I can't believe we already are on 50 chapters.. I though the story would end by now but here we are just getting started and all my readers are looking forward to it....

Annika sat down with the couple and Ahaan , who reminded her so much of Rudy. In an ideal scenario she has to meticulously take down all the details but here the bridal couple was very hesitant. Their choices were very simple, though Ayan Mehra is a reputed business man but he still didn't want an extravagant wedding. Annika needed to break this awkwardness. "Ok, we are getting no where with this you guys are too formal. I don't like it." She spoke waving her hands.

"Thank you finally, I thought you wouldn't say a word. I was fed up with these two idiots." Spoke Ahaan nonchalantly

Ayan glared at Ahaan but Annika burst out laughing easing the scene. "Guys, relax until and unless you don't get comfortable with me how do I plan anything. Anyways, let's do this. Why don't you tell me about you guys, how do you know Shivaay and how you guys met and how your love story progressed." Annika was very inquisitive to know because she had seen how Shivaay was around these people and would she ever miss a chance to know about the bagadbilla past.

Ayan sighed and spoke, " frankly speaking I don't know where to start especially with Shivaay."

"Come on Bhaiya, I know we go long back but don't bore her by saying once upon a time..." Ahaan spoke stuffing his mouth with some sandwiches.

"Shut up" Ayan spoke rolling his eyes.

"You remind me of Rudra" Annika side hugged Ahaan and he had a bright smile. " thank you didi your the best."

". Wait wait, are you Ru's partner in crime Ani di", Ahaan spoke. Smiling Annika nodded in agreement. Ahaan was so happy he kissed Annika making her surprised and hugging her, " oh your the best."

"Am sorry Ms Annika"..

"Don't be Mr Mehra, and call me Annika."

"Then you have to call me Ayan"

"Deal" and all smiled

"Let's continue I want to know everything right from the start.. with a once upon a time.."

"Shivaay and I met at University in London. Though I am just 6 months younger to him but in college he was my senior because I had missed one year due to the death of my father." The mere memory of his father brought tears to his eyes and Riddhi rubbed Ayan's back soothing him.

He continued, "I was almost about to be ragged when Shivaay entered and all moved away. He had the charisma even at that time. He was perceived rude and as well adored at the same time. His friends adored him for the person he is and others found him rude because he wouldn't spare anyone who crossed his path."

Annika heard the story with a cup of chai in her hand and legs crossed on the chair as if there was a show going on.

"Shivaay knew me because of my father Mr Aditya Mehra, though I had never met him but he knew of me. He discussed regarding the death of my father and supported me through out the time I was there. He was a blessing in disguise for me. I never felt alone when he was around. You know Annika, he is one of a kind person he will know everything about us but we know nothing about him. He knows when your upset, when your sad, when your sick. He is by your side when your feeling low but does anyone know the    same about the Shivaay Singh Oberoi." He asked the question and all were silent.

"I never knew till a long time, that Shivaay never even wanted to be a business man but family pressure and the business almost on the verge of bankruptcy made Shivaay give up his dreams to ensure his family never suffered. He fulfilled wishes of everyone, even when he was working he did business deals in London. I remember Shivaay once was burning in fever but still went for a meeting cause of his bade papa, business should always be priority, no matter what that's why his medicine box." All chuckled at the number of medicines Shivaay takes.

" Being a business man himself, he helped me restablish myself in the business world. Though my uncle was trying to take away our business, Shivaay helped us gain everything. Wherever I am today I owe it all to him."

Annika felt so proud of Shivaay she had goosebumps all over her body listening to the man she was close to. What was he made up of? He was a protector just like his name for his family and a destroyer also for his family just like Lord Shiva.

Riddhi after a long time spoke, " Shivaay bhaiya also played a big role in me and Ayan coming together."

"How so?" Asked Annika raising her eyebrows.

"Well, my family is not any business family, so when my parents came to know about Ayan and me they were completely against us!!" Riddhi's eyes were moist with the memory that had caused her pain.

Ayan continued on her behalf, " not having any choice I spoke to Shivaay as her parents had stopped her from going to college, not only college but also even stepping out of the house. It got really frustrating."

"Shivaay intervened, he spoke to her parents."

"You know Annika, that day I got a big brother in the form of Shivaay." Riddhi's voice spoke of the immense love and respect she had for her bhaiya.

"He convinced them just like that taking personal guarantee for Ayan and also ensuring my parents that he will stand by me rather than Ayan and if anytime something goes wrong he will bear the brunt of everything." Annika's heart swelled with pride.

"Can you imagine the love Shivaay has in his heart for his family, I can only imagine what it will be when he falls in love with someone." Annika's thoughts immediately drifted onto this statement.

How would it be to be in love with Shivaay not Shivaay Singh Oberoi but just Shivaay. He has immense love for everyone, then how much love will he give to the person he falls for. Annika was craving this love and somewhere in the tiniest corner of her heart this desire started brewing to be in the life of Shivaay as his lady love. Though it's far fetched but her heart still hoped against all odds.

Annika was so lost in thought that she didn't realise Shivaay was back from his meeting and was calling out to her.

"Annnnnika" he literally yelled at her.

"Yes , yes sorry" she replied all startled.

"Am trying to call you from so long. The venue for the wedding functions will be the Oberoi Villa Garden Hotel." Before anyone could interrupt he spoke, "My sister is getting married so it's decided and also Ayan you will handle your own expenses and Riddhi's expenses will be handled by me and her parents", saying this he placed his hand over Her hair finally taking the couple in a side hug.