~ Orchids ~
~ Niel Malhotra ~
" no , I am actually engaged " she stated flashing her ring finger which had a platinum band on it and within a pause she added " it's been 5 months "
I can literally feel my heart stopping , colours fading away from my world in front my eyes . Musicians who were always playing some sort background music , are silent . And the butterflies , butterflies in my stomach are dead .
I stared her in disbelief until she snapped in front my eyes to bring back my attention .
My eyes went blank . my gaze went down as I said " oh congrats " . My words dry and empty . Like dead petals of a flower , no fragments and color .
She nodded " See you soon Malhotra ji , I'll let you know as soon as paper work gets done " .
" Sure " I Gasped , as there were nothing much to say ." Drive safe " I said and closed the door .
I stood there still until her car disappeared from my sight .
I walked in living room , my hands in pocket and head down . After tossing my jacket on the couch I just went straight to the kitchen where usually we keep glass and bottle of whiskey .
My emotions were numb and at this moment and I am not even interested in interacting with any living being . I just poured whiskey in the glass without any measurement , and mixing water or something else was not anything I will do . I precisely want my throat to feel that sweet burn .
Because it can't burn more than my heart right now , it's seems to turn into ash in few moments.
With every sip , each and every moment she spent with me or should I say . Every moment I lived with her were flashing before my eyes . While all I was doing it sitting alone in this crazy ass living room and staring in space .
After 2 glasses were down I made another glass , and Arshh entered in . He must came from few of his parties , as his gaze fell on the situation on the table his eyes extended as he said " you ? Drink ? Why ? "
His question didn't shocked me because I barely drink any sort of alcohol , and that too not more than 1 quarter of it . The last time I drank 1 whole bottle was when It was our collage fresher and I tried to confess my feelings to her .
" don't tell me Tara rejected you " he said , and a hint of mischief I can smell in his voice for which I had no room . So before he takes this nonsense any further , I shifted my gaze at him and tilled my head and glass at Same angels at same time and with a blank face I announced " She's engaged " in a firm tone .
He bursted in laughter " do I look like a fool to you " he said clashing his hands , by noticing zero change in my expression he sat on his knees beside me and in a serious tone he asked " wait , you are not kidding " and after getting a nod in no from me . He added " fuck " .
" it's fine " I said placing back that glass in my hand on the table . Arshh seated on the sofa " what's so fine in this situation , please intend to explain " .
" I'll be okay with it , anyways I never lived by hope of being loved back by her for eight years . I can spend rest of my life too , and the fine part is atletas now I have few moments spent with her as memories which I can cherish forever . " I said flat but I mean every word came out of my mouth .
No one understands this better than Arshh he is maybe a little bustard but been there by my side in every thick and thins , he nodded before he asked " So what about deal , are you cancelling that ? " .
I stood up and picked up my jacket on my shoulders as my lips formed a curl up " I can keep my personal life and interest far away from my business " .
" Niel it's enough of your patience , you don't have to step back always . " Arshh said in concerned tone . But his tone shifted commanding " And you are the same person who makes every thing yours which you like whether it be a company or a materialistic thing " .
I huffed a small chuckle " because they didn't have will but Tara have , Anything she don't want will never happen " .
I walked to my room and went straight to have a steaming bath .
As i was sitting here having steam her one statement " I got engaged " echoing in my ears , and slicing my heart every single time .
I really this time destiny played the cards to put us together . Or there is no other reason of god putting us together.
I gota accept my fate , she may be is not written with me or for me . For eight years I only had her one picture to love her , at least now I have some memories .
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It's been three days since I got to know she is engaged, and this three days were the worst .
Now I try to maintain some distance from her , as she is ENGAGED . Or at-least I can try .
I didn't realised I was thinking all this between a meeting, " Malhotra ji " her voice snapped me out of my trance . And I focused on the ppt and explanation for the next five minutes .
As we all were focused on the guy who was explain the blueprint . A man in his formals entered in without even knocking or asking for permission , his shoulders cut was displayed despite of his blazer . He was a good 6 ft tall guy and was looking very presentable.
He already interrupted the meeting , Tara stood up and it was written on her face she is going to confront her .
He walked closer to her and gave her a classic hug , in which she was looking least interested " Why are you here ? " she hissed .
They broke the hug but still his hand wrapped around her waist , this sight before my eyes . It's slicing me , and shattering my heart .
" oh baby , why I would not be there . I was missing you , so I thought why not just meat you " that guy in grey blazer said to her .
She looked sharp in his eyes " it's my work place , not your home to wander around " she muttered but is loud enough to be heard .
" since I am here , why don't you introduce me to every one " he said with sheepish smile . For no reason I already hate him , his sweet voice it'll make some one diabetic . Sweet never benefits tho .
Tara shrugged of his statement and adjusted a smile on her face which was not so real " Hey everyone , Meet Veer Rajvansh . My finance "
Tara , now doubt your choice . This creature you choose , for real ?
Veer Rajvash hmm .
" come in " he ordered looking towards the door , A girl brought a large bouquet warped with Carmel white parchment paper . It has daisy , rose , lily , tulips and orchids .
Orchids , fuck fuck . No .
He was about to hand it to her and little did this creature knows she is fuckin allergic to orchids .
" Beautiful flowers , for my beautiful lady " he stated . I stood up and threw that bouquet away .
" Hey man , what's this " he freaked out . And clutched the collar of my coat . I threw her hand away " He is your fiancé and he didn't even know that you are allergic to orchids , impressive " I said to Tara .
" it had orchids ? " she questioned Veer . " it dose " he replied and after a huff he added " whatever who is this " .
" Mr. Malhotra " she introduced me with a hand gesture . And a drastic change on his face could be seen .
Veer extended his hand while he had that amused expression , I slid my hand in his and greeted . " nice to meet you Mr. Malhotra "
I wish I could've said that too , but .
We spent next two hours discussing about the new project , even Veer had zero work there he stayed there . And with every passing beat my urge to kill this man was growing .
But since he is engaged with her , he is safe . Hnnn what a life .
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Hope you liked it sweetie pies , and I am to enjoying writing it I hope you are enjoying reading it . And yea welcome Veer , let's not hate him . And please leave a vote , comment and do follow on ig @insane_inkk_ 🥂