Next morning:

Anika's good sleep got disturbed by the annoying alarm, as she says and she switches it off. Rubbing her eyes she sits up and removed her hair bun letting her long hair free. She looks at the pillow and again lies down snuggling into it.

But her super brother comes to her room disturbing her beautiful sleep.

V: Good morning cherry..Wake up!

A: Good night bhaiyya..Let me sleep for a while!

V: Cherry jogging ke liye jaana hai..Utho!

He said removing the comforter from her. Anika groaned in frustration.

A: Mr. Viren Vadhera...I will send you to prison!

V: Woh baad mein kar lena..Pehle utho! Pata nahi shaadi ke baad Shivaay ka kya haal hoga!

He said and looked away. Anika giggled and moved to him.

A: Viru?

V: After few days I will not be there with you right?

A: Viru...I will always be there with you! But you are leaving to Switzerland day after tomorrow! Someone is very much excited I guess?

V: Cherry..You are mad! Mujhe tang karne ke alawa koi aur kaam nahi hai kya tujhe?

A: Bilkul nahi!

V: Jeevika and me will be waiting for you downstairs..Jaldi aa jao!

Anika nodded and Viren left her room. Anika knew Viren is sad. But she is his cherry first no matter what, she thought to herself and smiled and left to get ready. 

She met Virika downstairs and the trio left to the park near to their home. Anika placed her earphones and started to hear songs when Shivaay calls her.

S: Good morning Anu!

A: Very good morning Shiv!

S: Are you running?

A: Ha..Started my jogging actually..bhai ki shaadi ke baad aaj phir se shuru kar rahi hoon..You know I need to loose some calories..

He giggled.

A: Waise Mr. Oberoi kya kar rahe hai?

S: Kuch nahi..poolside pe hoon..I like to watch sunrise here!

A: Toh mein bhi excited hoon..Waha se sunrise dekhne ke liye!

S: Jald hi dekh logi!

A: Acha Shiv..I want to take a leave from afternoon!

S: Kyu?

A: Sona di wapas jaa rahi hai New York pe. Wanted to wish them good bye..

S: Alright..And don't feel sad okay..They will be there with you always!

A: Love you!

S: Love you too..Waise Anu I want to make my morning more energetic!

A: Then have your kali coffee! You will feel relaxed.

S: Usse kaam nahi chalega..Shiv ko kuch aur chahiye..

Anika knew what he is asking for.

A: BSO..you r not getting anything understood!

S: Now what's this BSO?

A: Besharam Singh Obeori..Bye!

She immediately cut the call and she knew he would be smirking and giggling. He will never change, she thought and smiled. She moved towards Jeevika who is sitting on a bench and fixing her shoe lace.

J: Are you tired bacha?

A: Thoda tired hoon..Viru kaha hai?

J: He said he wants to take some more rounds..He is acting strange Anu..Did he said anything to you?

A: Woh..he got senti in the morning when he is talking about my marriage!

J: Acha yeh sab chodo..mujhe ghar jaana hai..Tum aaogi?

A: Yes..

Jeevika and Anika moved to their home chatting on random topics. After reaching, Anika moved to her room and had a relaxing shower and changed into her work clothes. She reached down to see Sona, Jai and Dev chatting with Jeevika.

Anika moved to them and hugged her di and jiju excitedly. Sona and Dev are very much happy knowing about Anika's alliance and wanted to meet Anika from that day but they were busy in Pune. The couple wished Anika all the best for her future and Dev already started to think about his next visit to India.

A: Jiju..what are you thinking?

Dev: Iss baar toh hum team groom hai...Agli baar jab India aaonga toh team bride honge!

Anika smiled and hugged both of them. Everyone had a hearty breakfast and Anika moved to her office not before promising Jai about her presence at airport.

Shivaay reached his office and saw Anika getting down her champa.

S: All good?

Anika smiled and nodded. He forwarded a box to her.

S: Anu..yeh gift Jai ke liye..meri taraf se!

A: Kya hai usme?

S: Jai ko chocolates bohot pasand hai na..So!

A: I will definitely give him!

She said and placed her hand on his. Shivaay moved to his cabin and Anika to her desk. Both of them involved in their works. Shivaay called Anika to his cabin.

S: Is everything set for the meeting?

A: Yes!

S: And you are joining me there!

A: Okay!

S: Anu..Will you say yes if I ask you something?

A: Hmm..

S: I want you to cover the meeting representing Oberoi group!

A: What? Shiv are you crazy? No...I can't do this..What if I do any mistake? It's the matter of the company's reputation..Please Shiv I can't.

S: Anu..you r the one who helped me to complete the presentation right? Then why are you saying no?

A: Shiv please..How can I? Agar koi galti ho gayi toh?

S: Anu..When I have confidence on you, why are you saying no? And I am with you to cover up if you do any mistake..Then why are you saying like this?

A: But Shiv..

S: Mere liye? Please?

A: Okay then..

S: I know you can do it..Be confident..I am with you!

She nodded and both of them moved to conference room. Tej and Shakti were already present and Anika hugged both of them.

Tej: It's nice to see you here beta!

Ani: Thank you bade papa!

Shakti: Shivaay told us that you will be giving the meeting..All the best!

Ani: Thanks papa! I will never let you down!

Shakti: So we can start the meeting...Mehra's are here!

Mehra's greeted Oberoi's and the meeting started. Tej and Shakti are proud on Anika when she managed to explain everything perfectly. That's the reason Shivaay wanted her to accompany him. He knows Anika's capabilities and liked how she handled everything smoothly. The meeting ended on a fine note and Mehra's were impressed.

Anil Mehra: We are willing to lock the deal!

Anika wanted to jump in excitement but controlled herself. Anil Mehra moved to Anika.

Anil: We r impressed with your presentation!

Ani: It's a great honour Sir..

Anil Mehra and his brother shook hands with Obeori's and left. Tej and Shakti moved to Anika.

Shakti: Anika beta we are very much happy! The way you handled the meeting was very good.

Anika: Papa..Credit goes to Shivaay..He asked me to join the meeting and address it.

Tej placed her hand on Anika's head.

T: We both are proud on you Anika beta..

Ani: Thank you so much bade papa!

T: You are perfect for Shivaay!

S: Beti ko dekthe hi bete ko bhool jaate hai!

Ani: Papa's do you find something burning?

Sha: Yes..Do you feel the same bhai saab?

Tej: True! Don't be jealous Shivaay!

All of them giggled.

Shakti: Anika beta you are joining us for lunch today!

Ani: Papa..some other time please?

Tej: All fine Anika?

Ani: Di and jiju are returning back to New York today evening..Jai wants me to be with him! I am sorry..

Tej: It's okay beta..Send them our best wishes!

Ani: Sure bade papa...I am sorry!

Shakti: Don't be! Shall we drop you?

Ani: I have my bike papa..Thank you..I think I have to leave now..

Shakti and Tej nodded. Anika takes blessings from both and moved to Shivaay.

S: Call me after you reach back!

A: Sure!

Anika smiled and moved to her desk. Quickly arranging her handbag she moved towards exit. She met Shivaay in the way and he mouthed to take care. She nodded and left.

*****

Anika's home:

Jai ran to Anika when he saw her. Viren and Dev were talking to Avinash and Sona were enjoying their girls time.

Sona: Aa gayi Anu bhi...Why were you late?

Ani: I have to tell something to all of you!

All: What?

Anika excitedly explained that she gave the meeting and the deal got finalized. Everyone congratulated her.

Avi: I am proud on my princess!

Ani: Thank you papa!

Jai: Maashi...all r bad...Jai is hungry!

Everyone giggled and they had lunch. Anika is being continuously teased by everyone and she did not raise her head to look at everyone. Later everyone moved to airport. Anika is shocked to see Shivaay along with Omru waiting at the airport.

All the three brothers greet Avinash. Shivaay looked at Anika and winked. Anika blushed.

Avi: Shivaay beta..aap sab yaha?

S: Just wanted to bid them good bye!

Omru moved to Jai. Shivaay moved to Dev and Sonakshi.

Dev: Congratulations Shivaay! We are happy for both of you!

S: Thanks!

Sona: Take good care of my Anu!

S: I will for sure!

Om to Jai: Jaldi wapas aana..Hum phir se bohot masti karenge!

Jai: Okay! Ru uncle..my chocolates?

Ani: Jai..no!

Ru: Bhabhi its okay..Here..

He gave a big box of chocolates. Jai squealed in happiness and hugged Rudra. Anika kneeled down and Jai moved towards her.

J: Miss you maashi!

A: Miss you too bacha! Apna khayal rakhna!

J: You too! Maashi?

A: Haa..

J: No crying!

He placed his little fingers on Anika's eyes and nodded no. Anika hugged him tightly and kissed on top of his head.

J: Finding nemo ko food dena daily!

Ani: Okay chief!

J: You promised me right...We will do video chat every weekend!

Ani: Ha yaad hai spidy!

J: Love you maashi!

Ani: Love you too Jai..Don't trouble mom dad...Be a good boy!

Jai brought his little finger and locked it with Anika's little finger.

J: Pinky promise maashi!

Boarding announcement is made and Jai moves to Dev. Anika talks to Sona and Dev and the trio move. Jai looks back and everyone wave hands. Shivaay holds Anika's left hand in his right. She looks at him. He nods no and gently squeezes her hand. She smiles widely.

Shivaay looks at Avinash after Sona and her family leaves.

S: Uncle..I want to take Anika to my home..Dadi wants to meet her!

Avi: Sure beta..Lekin ek baat hai!

S: Kya?

Avi: Call me papa like Anika calls me!

S: Sure papa..

Shivaay and Avinash hugged each other. Jeevika gives a teasing glare to Anika and she blushes looking down.

Ru: Bhabhi..I need to share so much to you!

Anika nodded and ShivOm smiled. Shivaay forwarded his hand to her and she locked her fingers with his. She looked at Viren and he nodded. ShivOmRu moved towards Shivaay's car while Shivaay never left Anika's hand. Rudra started to drive and Om sat next to him. Shivika took back seat.

Ru: Bhaiyya..you can leave bhabhi's hand now.

S: Nahi chodunga..Kya karega?

Anika smacked Shivaay's shoulder while he looked at her and winked. Her cheeks started to heat and looked at the opposite direction. Shivaay caressed her hand and she looked at him. Love you she mouthed. He smiled and mouthed love you too. Both were lost in each others eyes when Rudra fake coughed and sang.

Ru: Kuch kuch hota hai!

S: Tu driving pe dhyan de..And Om teach him some decency!

Om: Tum sikha raha hai na..Romance!

Anika is beetroot red while Omru giggled. They reached Oberoi Mansion and all the while Anika is being subjected to Rudra's teasing and courtesy Shivaay's cheapda stunts. Oberoi family heartily welcomed Anika.

Pin: Anika beta kaisi hai tu?

Ani: Bilkul theek hoon ma! Aap sab kaise hai?

Pin: Hum bhi theek hai!

All of them settled down in living area.

Dadi: Ghar pe sab kaise hai puttar?

Ani: Sab kuch theek hai dadi!

Dadi: Tujhe dekhne ka bohot man kiya beta..Isiliye yaha bula liya!

Ani: Meine bhi aap ko bohot miss kiya dadi..

Everyone began to discuss on random topics and Shivaay is continuosly staring at Anika who seems to pay no attention to him. Rudra saw Shivaay's condition and started to giggle.

Bhavya: Aise smile kyu kar rahe ho?

Ru: Ek baar bhaiyya ko dekho!

Bhavya looked at Shivaay and then at Anika. She too started to giggle. Shivaay looked at Ruvya.

S: Tum dono aise pagalon ki tarah has kyu rahe ho?

Bhav: Kya bhaiyya..Don't we have the right to laugh also?

Ru: Aap humare independence ko cheen rahe ho bhaiyya!

Ruvya hified and started to laugh. Shivaay got angry and took his phone and marched to his room. Anika looked at Shivaay leaving and looked at Om.

A: Kya hua unhe?

O: Choti ma..aap ka phone baj raha hai..

Pinky left while Jhanvi and dadi are talking.

O: Bhabhi..mere saath chaliye..

A: Lekin kaha?

O: Batata hoon..

Om took Anika to poolside. Shivaay is busy pretending to be on a phone call. Om left and Anika and moved to living area.

Anika saw Shivaay and moved to him. She placed her hand on his shoulder. He did not turn.

A: Angry on Anu?

S: Nahi toh..Why will I be?

A: So Shiv ko jhoot bolna bhi aata hai!

Shivaay turned towards her and hugged her tightly. She responded and pulled him more close.

S: Missed you!

A: Yahi par thi mein!

S: You were not at all looking at me..

A: What if I leave forever?

Shivaay understood and broke the hug angrily. Anika smacked herself. She knows Shivaay hates this.

A: I am sorry!

S: Anika mujhe jaana hoga..Ek call attend karni hai!

He moved while she held his hand from behind.

A: I am sorry Shiv..I was joking..

Shivaay turned to her and pulled her to him.

S: Masti mein bhi yeh baat kabhi mat bolna..Don't you dare Anika!

A: Abh toh mein gussa hoon!

S: Wah! Galti tum karo aur gussa bhi tum hi karo!

Anika turned her face to opposite direction.

S: Acha bataogi reason kya hai?

A: You always call me Anu! But now you called me Anika..

He hugged her tightly.

S: I was angry at you jaan! I will always call you as Anu! Khush?

A: Yes..Love you!

S: Love you too!

A: Ek baat bolu?

S: Hmm..

A: Your family is in my team now!

S: Koi baat nahi..Mein bhi tumhare team mein hoon!

A: Jealous nahi?

S: Nahi..You deserve all the love from my family! In fact you deserve all the love of this world!

A: Your love is my world..And I don't need any other world!

She says and tightens her grip on him. He pulls her more close not letting air to pass between them.

S: Kabhi chodne ki baat mat karo! Anu ke bina Shiv adhura hai!

A: Shiv ke bina Anu nahi hai! Aaj se aise kabhi nahi baat karungi!

S: I was waiting for my morning gift since you called me!

A: Kya chahiye aap ko?

S: K se start hota hai!

A: Kheer?

S: No!

A: kaju? Kal office aaungi na tab laungi mere saath! Health ke liye bohot acha hai!

S: Anu?

A: Kyaa? Shiv..chodiye..koi dekh lega!

S: Nahi..kya karogi?

A: Shiv...Rudra dekh lia toh bohot tease karega!

S: I love it!

A: Shiv..

S: Mera matlab hai..Woh tease karega toh tum blush karogi..And I love your blush!

A: Very funny..

Anika hears Rudra's voice and runs pulling away the hug. He places his hand on his heart and smiles like a love stuck teenager.

Soon it's dinner time and Anika is pampered a lot by Pinky. Anika feels to cry seeing them. She missed her mother love since her childhood after all. Pinky noticed this and side hugged Anika.

Ani: I saw my mother in Jeevika bhabhi after my ma left me..I am so much lucky now!

Pin: Mein samajh sakti hoon tum iss wakt kya soch rahi ho! I am also your ma! And don't dare you cry's..Meri heera bahu roti nahi hai!

Ru: Exactly bhabi..And not when you have an amazing handome smart Devar like me!

Bhav: Spell the word Smart Rudy?

Ru: SMRT!

Everyone burst into laughter. It's time for Anika to leave.

Om: Shivaay you are tired na..Rudy and me will drop bhabhi!

S: Kisne kaha ki mein thak gaya hoon! I will drop her!

Ru: O..you have to understand..Love birds need space! Unromantic insaan..Aap dono jaiye!

Anika looked down with a red blush never leaving her face. Both of them silently moved towards exit while his family broke into laughter.

He opened the door for her and later moved to his side and started to drive.

S: Yeh Rudra bhi na..Mauka nahi chodta hai!

A: And you give chance for him to tease us more!

S: Meine kya kiya?

A: Aap woh cheapde stunts karenge toh aise hi hoga..

Shivaay held her hand and pushed her to him.

A: Shiv..hum road pe he..Drive carefully!

S: Okay..if you insist!

Anika nodded and settled properly.

S: Anu?

A: Hmm..

S: Tumne abhi tak mujhe woh nahi diya hai!

Anika blushed and looked outside.

S: Shiv is waiting jaan!

Anika looked at him and slowly decreased the gap and pecked his cheek.

A: Love you Shiv!

S: Love you too! Waise I would have taken it here also!

He pointed his lips. She pinched his shoulder and giggled. Soon they reached her home.

A: Bye..

S: Bye Anu! Take care!

A: Drive safe!

Anika is about to get down when he held her hand. She looked at him. He inched slowly towards her.

A: Shiv..

S: Shh!

He cupped her face and kissed her forehead. She smiled and closed her eyes. He looked at her lips and she shied and moved close. He pecked her lips and joined their foreheads together.

A: Ghar jaane ke baad call kijiye ga!

S: Okay!

Anika got down the car.

A: Good night!

S: Good night Anu..Andar jao!

She nodded and moved inside while he left to his home making sure she went inside. After reaching his home, he moved to his room and called her. He lied down on the bed and talked to her and slept after wishing her good night giving her a peck.

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