Avni turned in the bed to see her husband smiling at her. She was still not able to digest the fact that how did she get so lucky  to get a husband like Neil. She smiled her widest smile and this time from her heart and snuggled into his naked chest. She clearly remembered that day when she felt that her life was completely ruined. She thought that he would hate her enough to never see her face. But,she was wrong. Neil Khanna is a man of his words. Her father had made a lot of wrong decisions in his life. But, Neil was one of his best decisions.

Flashback..

Neela: Neil..

Neil silenced her with his palm.

Neil: Aap jis kaam ke liye aayi thi, vo kijiye. You can take Avni with you.

Avni dropped to the floor listening to this. Tears made their way out of her eyes but she didn't bother to wipe them.

Everything was finished!

That's what she thought but...

Neil: And make sure ki aap meri biwi ke dimaag mein koi gand na bharein. Keep your insecurities to yourself please.
He said and turned towards Avni. He helped her stand and cupped her face.

Neil: I'll pick you up in the evening,ok. We will talk after that.
He wiped her tears and walked away.

She was shocked with the polite tone that he used with her. Guilt eating her insides. She grabbed her clutch and  without looking at her mother she walked out.

Neil kept his promise and came to pick her. He talked to her father like nothing happened in the morning. She was confused seeing his behavior. They bid their goodbye.

At night,Neil was sitting on the couch waiting for Avni to come. She stepped out of the washroom and looked at him. He looked into her eyes and crossed his arms over his chest.

Neil: I want truth Avni. Just truth.
He said in a no nonsense manner.

Avni looked here and there. She sighed and sat on the couch with enough distance between them. She told him everything. From her childhood, till date. Her parents fake relationship. Her father's deeds. Her mother's helplessness. She told him every single thing. She was crying by the end of it.

Neil: So, this marriage was your mother's decision. Not yours.

Avni: Yes. But, when I thought that I'd give it a chance, Neela ma filled me with her insecurities. I'm sorry.

Neil gulped and wiped away the few tears that left his eyes.

Neil: If not marriage, then what did you want to do?

Avni: I wanted to study further. I wanted to do masters.

Neil: You can still do it.

Avni looked up at him astonished.

Avni: You won't have any problem with it?

Neil: No. But, we need to stop.

Avni: W..what do you mean?

Neil: Avni, you'll still be my wife. But, we will stay like friends. No more sex.

Avni: I said I'm sorry. Please...

Neil: No. Avni its not what you think. I just want you to focus on your studies. We will do it only when you are actually ready for it.

Avni looked at him with respect. She hugged him and cried while muttering sorry continuously. Neil pulled apart and wiped her tears.

Neil: It's not your fault. You had seen relationships in a different light. It's fine. I am hurt but you did not do anything deliberately. So chill.

Neil got Avni enrolled in one of the best colleges of the city. His family also supported Avni in this decision. She did her masters and passed with flying colours. Neil offered her a job at his company and made sure that she was treated like any other employ as it was necessary for her overall growth in the field. Avni was happy with the way things were taking place.
Neil and Avni used to watch movies together, go out for dinner and do things that friends do.

All this while, Avni's relationship with Neela had changed. At first, she used to ignore her. But, Neil made her understand that her mother was just a victim of a failed marriage. Avni after a lot of persuasion from Neil started talking to Neela but she never shared anything about her and Neil's relationship with her.

Flashback ends...

Today, when Neil returned from office he was shocked to listen to Avni's demand. She walked up straight to him and looked into his eyes.

Make love to me.

These four words created a havoc inside his body. He could see the longing and love in her eyes. Without thinking twice, he kissed her hard and took her to the bed. Rest all is history.

They smiled looking at the moon from their bedroom window. Two bodies completely snuggled to each other in the white silk duvet. 

Avni: Happy fourth marriage anniversary, Neil!

Neil: Happy Anniversary,jaan!

A&N: I Love You!
They smiled and held each other tightly. Slowly drifting away to sleep, looking forward to the brighter tomorrow coming their way.

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The End!