Chapter 11 - Goa the fun begins

When you mention Goa you get an image of sun, sand, parties, and bikinis. This is exactly what we had been planning when Swati and I packed our stuff. I had never been to Goa before. Heading there with Ishaan was the icing on the cake.

"Do you think I should carry 1 more pair of swimming costume?" Swati asked.

"Swati you can't swim!" I said.

"Bikinis are not for swimming they are for flaunting your hot body " She grinned.

I rolled my eyes. 

"Gaurav will go crazy," She said smugly.

"So you have Gaurav, have you? You know doing anything?" I asked cautiously.

"Umm a few things. I am planning to go all the way in Goa." She winked at me.

"Woah! That's quite fast!" I said.

"Yeah we are not boring like you and Ishaan" 

"Hey! we are not boring. We have a very good time. We play video games, discuss his game characters, and talk about life."

My relationship with Ishaan had changed a lot after our kiss. We kissed occasionally, had grown closer though not yet gone to the next level. I was an impulsive person. Love scared me but being with Ishaan was comforting.

We discussed gaming, his prototype, history, geography, movies literally anything under the sun.

She gave me a weary look " How charming." 

"We have also done stuff." I turned red thinking of the kiss.

"Ah! Now we are talking." She abandoned her packing and sat down next to me.

"So tell me what have you done." She had a mischievous smile.

"Well, we kissed," I said.

"Nice and then?" 

"That's all," I said my face burning with embarrassment.

"Is that all? You call that doing stuff?" She gave me a withering look.

I glared at her " Swati what else should I do? Rip his shirt off and jump on him ?" 

"Of course and kiss that ripped body. Have you noticed his biceps btw? " She said.

"Swati! watch out it's my boyfriend you are drooling over." I laughed.

"Yeah, apologies. Now don't be so prude and pack some sexy bikinis. Dazzle him!" She grinned at me. 

Unknown to her I had already packed my sexiest clothes for the trip. I was planning to dazzle Ishaan Shekhawat without Swati's nudging.

There are several ways to reach Goa from Pune. Through road, train, or flights. 9 people from the gang 4 girls and 5 boys were leaving for Goa.

We were all taking flights from Pune-Goa. Deepak who's a birthday we were going to be celebrating was from Goa and his parents owned a resort so our stay was sorted.

My phone pinged it was Ishaan.

"Hey babe can't wait for tomorrow" 

I blushed and replied, "me too please be on time."

"Sure babe be ready. "

I grinned to myself and closed my suitcase. I was done and couldn't wait for the morning. 

Ishaan arrived to pick us on time. We joined the rest at the airport.

Swati, Priya, Sejal, Ishaan, Gaurav, Omar, Deepak, and Vicky and I were the people who were taking off for Goa.

I was only close to Swati and Ishaan. Gaurav was of course Swati's boyfriend so I was now comfortable with him as well.

The flight to Goa was uneventful. We reached the resort by late afternoon.

Swati teased me if I would prefer to share the room with Ishaan. I glared back at her.

Swati and I were in one room. Ishaan was lodging with Gaurav.

After freshening up we decided to go for an early dinner in one of the beach restaurants and spend the night in one of the beach parties.

I decided to wear 50s style vintage halter dress in red and black which left my arms and back bare.

I left my hair open and pinned a flowery hairpin on the side, dangled big hooped earring ready to dazzle.

"Wow! Someone's looking hot!" Swati whistled.

I grinned at her.

I walked into the resort lobby but didn't see anyone else. I was probably the first one to get ready. I called Ishaan on his mobile but it went unanswered so I assumed he might be still in the shower.

I saw Omar eyeing me from the sofa. Our eyes met and he smiled. I had met him a few times during some of our outings I wasn't particularly close with him. I returned his smile and sat down next to him waiting for others to arrive.

"Hey," I said while taking my seat.

"Hi, you look good."

"Thanks, Omar so do you" I gave a polite smile.

"So you work for Microtech isn't it?"

"Yes, I just joined a few months ago."

"I have some of my friends there they mentioned to you."

"Did they? Do I know them?" 

"Not really, they know you because you are famous" He smirked.

I looked at him surprised.

"Excuse me? I am famous as in?"

"Dont worry nothing bad. You must be used to having admirers so it's no big deal."

"I am not sure if you are being sarcastic or actually serious?" I said.

I didn't like the way he was judging me.

"I am absolutely serious. Nowadays that's the trend. Today it's Ishaan tomorrow it would be someone else." He smirked.

I closed my fists trying not to give him a verbal lashing.

"Look Omar I don't understand what you are talking about but you have no right to make judgments about me or my choices. Please keep your unwanted opinion to yourself."

He suddenly changed his expression " Hey! I was just kidding. Please don't be mad at me."

I took a deep breath and said "Fine".

I scrolled through my phone just to appear busy and avoid him. I had never really cared about people's opinions about me or my relationships but the way Omar emphasized Ishaan and me I felt uncomfortable.

" Hey, beautiful" The familiar husky voice called out.

I looked up to see Ishaan's smiling face looking at me. My anger vanished.

He was dressed in a white shirt and a casual khaki shorts. He looked drop-dead handsome.

I swallowed a lump.

He glanced at Omar and nodded a hello putting his eyes back at me. I got up and threw my arms around him placing a kiss on his cheeks "You look amazing." I said.

He placed his hand on my waist looking deep in my eyes "wow! Someone seems to be in good mood."

"Well! It's Goa after all" I winked at him.

He grinned back at me.

I took away my arms off his neck and hooked my hand through his arm. I peeked at Omar who looked annoyed at our public display of affection. 

"Serves him right," I thought.

Soon others also arrived. I could feel Priya's jealous glances. Priya was very pretty and loved to be the center of attention. She was infuriated over Ishaan preferring me over her. I didn't care but Swati was a gossip queen who kept me updated about everything.

We had hired bikes to travel around Goa. Soon I was sitting behind Ishaan holding him tight around his waist, my chin resting while drove towards the beach. It was heaven.

This was another moment when I wished time would stop.

We reached a place called "Curlies" its famous for its food and beach parties.

It was almost 6 pm and the sky was a hue of orange and blue. We had reached just before sunset.

I stared at the orange orb sinking into the horizon while the waves crashed into the beach.

"It's beautiful!" I whispered.

"Not as beautiful as you," Ishaan whispered into my ears while we looked at the sunset holding hands.

"Come on lovebirds I am starving" Deepak grumbled and proceeded towards the restaurant.

He had already booked a table so we continued to take our seats. I wanted to sit beside Ishaan but Priya beat me to it and immediately took the empty seat next to him.

"What a bitch!" Swati mumbled next to me.

I laughed and took the seat opposite to Ishaan.

He smiled at me completely ignoring Priya. She actually did a favor on me. We preferred sitting opposite to each other. That way it was easier to converse and gaze into each other's eyes.

The menu was distributed and we all placed our orders. Priya was constantly chattering and Ishaan listened carefully and gave required comments and exclamations when needed.

I gave an amused smile and took a sip of my beer. I felt a nudge on my feet. I had taken off my slipper as the floor was beach sand. I felt something climbing up my leg. I almost choked on my beer and looked down.

Ishaan was playing footies with me. My lips curled into a smile. My feet slowly trailed up his leg. I saw him smirk but he continued giving his attention to Priya.

It's was quite an amusing situation. We played footsie throughout the dinner without attracting anyone's attention.

After dinner, we walked towards the beach. It was dark by then. The music and the party had started. Ishaan was walking ahead with the boys.

Priya suddenly grabbed Ishaan's arm and said "Hey I know this really cool place wanna see?"

I had been tolerating her nonsense for quite some time but she had clearly crossed the line now. I glared angrily at them.

To be continued.....