Mehul's POV
" I am s-sorry but I can't h-help you. And p-please leave my hand you are hurting me." She was sobbing now. I realised that I was still holding her wrist tightly. I left her hand as if it was a live wire.
She ran away crying the moment I loosened my grip on her hand. I felt very bad for her. I did not want to scare her. I was just too angry with my own parents that they tricked me to come here.
Now they wanted me to marry a girl I was betrothed to. I didn't even know about it. I behaved rudely because I wanted Megha to refuse to marry me.
What have I gotten myself into? I would not agree to this stupidity. Were they all insane.
We all went back to our mansion. I didn't utter a single word during the whole drive. My parents were surprised by my behaviour but they knew that I am going to react once we reach home... and I did.
" What is this dad? Betrothal?? Seriously?? Is it some kind of prank you are playing with me? It is not funny, dad. Please say something. I will not get married like this. I don't even like her. She used to be very irritating, I can't even think about getting married to her. " I was shouting.
" Calm down Mehul, let me tell you it is not any kind of joke. You are getting married to her as promised years ago. "
" Promised??? Dad, how can you do that? This is 21st-century, dad, not 16th. Betrothal??? Who gets married like that now? What if, I was in love with someone else? What if she wants to marry some other man? This is illogical dad. I won't agree to this."
" Are you in love with someone, Mehul ? "
" Maybe "
" You are not..... I know. The only girl you were interested in got married to someone else. I know that and what was her name... Esha? Right? "
I just stared at him... How does he know about her?? He smirked at me and said, " Did you think I would never get to know about that? You are my son, Mehul. I know everything you do, everything that happens in your life. " I just rolled my eyes.
" Megha is a gem of a girl... You will be very happy to have her as your wife. Trust me. "
" Dad, if this said promise was made approximately 15 years back then why me? Why not Bhai? He is older than me. Why was I betrothed to her? I asked.
" That's because she is much younger than Mudit and he was like a brother to her. Mudit was Vimal's friend and she always called him Bhai. Moreover, it was Suresh's suggestion. We made the promise to each other to tie you and Megha in knots in front of his parents."
" But dad it is not fair. I don't want to get married like this. Neither of us would be happy if we marry. "
" Mehul, get one thing very clear, you are getting married in a week. So you better be ready for it. Call your friends if you want. You have no other option. You can't get out of the situation. I can't spoil my relationship with Suresh. His family has done a lot for me. What is your problem anyway? There is no one special in your life and you are 27. It is time for you to settle down. I want you to marry Megha. If you will not do what I say, or you don't treat her well... I will disown you. Now the ball is in your court. Come on Sita I have called my designer, I want the best designs for my would-be daughter-in-law. Select designs for Megha, Sneha and yourself." Mom followed him to where the designer was waiting for them.
I just kept on looking at him. Did he just say that he would disown me if I don't do as he promised? Ok fine, I will marry her. But she would never be happy with me.
Megha's POV
Earlier that day
Everyone was busy in the haveli. Mom and dad were very excited. Even Dadi was very happy. Mom instructed Maharaj Ji (cook) to prepare all kinds of delicacies. What was so special. House was bursting with activities.
Megha's POV" Ma, what is the matter?? I don't think there is any festival today. Is Bhai coming today? " I was curious like anything." No beta, Vimal is not coming today... but someone else is. He will come and take you away from us. Today he is coming for dinner with his parents. We are planning for you to get married by the end of this month."I was curious about this man who was going to be my husband. I still remember the day when ma told me about my betrothal. I was shocked. I didn't know anything about the man with whom I was going to spend the rest of my life.Last year during Navratri, when I was doing Garba ( Gujarati traditional dance) with my friends, one of my classmate Sachin came and asked me for a dandiya dance.He was a good friend of mine so I agreed. We were dancing with the famous dandiya songs. He was smiling like anything. I always had this feeling that he used to like me.He caught my hand while dancing and was
Megha's POVIn the morning when I came downstairs, I saw that my parents were having tea. My mom called me and said, "Good morning beta, your wedding is in 1 week, so we have to do lots of shopping. Get ready fast Sita Ben is also coming, we will go together. She is also very excited, how are you feeling? "" I don't know ma, I am a bit confused. Mehul seemed to be upset about it. What if, he is not happy about this? What if, he can't deny his parents but don't want the marriage as well? Will we be happily married then ma?"" You are thinking too much beta, he was just shocked, just the way you were.. when I told you. You don't need to worry about anything. You both will be comfortable with each other very soon and will fall in love eventually. We all got married like that only."" But ma, papa(father) .... "" Don't worry beta... he is a good man. I know you will be very happy with him, it's just a matter of time. He is a modern guy and and he th
Mehul's POVBhai and bhabhi went to their room. They were so much in love. I would never have what they have. I went out of the house.I wanted to see Rahul desperately but he was in London. If only that girl had refused to marry me, I would not be in this situation.Dad and bhai were discussing as about business and the marriage arrangements. They invited many people like friends, relatives, clients, employees etc.But I didn't want to invite anyone. I didn't want to be a laughing stock. I was not ready to share this with my friends that I don't even like the girl and I am going to spend the rest of my life with her.Only Rahul would be able to understand. I wish he was here but he is in London for the next 15 days for. I don't want to bother him with my problem while he is there.Bhai brought an outfit for me to wear for the engagement. I was lying on my bed with my head buried in pillow."Oh come on Mehul, don't behave l
Megha's POVI got engaged to him today and I really don't know exactly how I was feeling. I knew that he didn't want to but still we are engaged now.I felt some kind of jolt when he touched my hand. I didn't even look at him as I was scared... what if, he is still angry with me. Even he didn't say a single word. Oh god what kind of a marriage is it going to be.Everyone was enjoying. The soft romantic music was flowing in the air. Mudit bhai and bhabhi went to thedance floor and Vimal bhai and Sejal bhabhi followed them. They were dancing beautifully. They were in love with their partners. Their moves were simple but looked amazing because they were in love and shared a blessed life with each other.Would I never feel this way?.... I felt bad for myself.... Don't I deserve a beautiful life like them?I can't even talk to my parents about my apprehensions.It was a beautiful evening, everyone enjoyed except the two o
Megha's POV Sejal bhabhi came with makeup artist and my wedding dress. She helped them to get me ready. When my makeup and hair were done she helped me change into my wedding dress. She made me wear my jewellery as well. There was a knock at the door, bhabhi opened it. My parents and brother were there. They saw me dressed as a bride and maa got very emotional and started crying. Papa smiled and said, "Oh, come on Hetal... our daughter is looking so beautiful just like some angel, and you are crying. We must be happy that our little princess is getting married today. "I was feeling very low... They all are so happy, how can I tell them that I was not very keen on getting married.My eyes were filled with tears." Don't you dare cry now.... All the efforts will wash away with your tears." Said bhabhi making everyone smile."And we don't want to scare Mehul. Do we? " Bhai was teasing me so papa hit him on his arm lightly and wen
Mehul's POVBhai hit me with his elbow and I winced. I looked at him and he was smirking at me. So, my dear brother. You better close your mouth or some insect might go inside. By the way what are you looking at? She is not even pretty. Right ? "I just rolled my eyes and again looked at her. Vimal bhai had already left. He was escorting her along with Sejal bhabhi. She was walking towards me shyly and slowly.She reached the stage, bhai pushed me in her direction and told me to help her. I extended my hand towards her and she looked at me, as if she was surprised at my gesture.Then shyly she placed her hand on mine and I helped her to climb on the steps which was tricky with her very heavy dress. I felt some kind of tingling in my hand. That was weird so I released my grip on her hand and she was standing in front of me now for Jai Mala or Varmala (exchanging garlands).Everybody in our families were on stage, Sneha bhabhi and Sejal bhabhi
Mehul's POVI was just thinking all this when dad came to me and sat beside me." Mehul, promise me that you will behave nicely with her. She is new in this house and she needs your support. She is your wife, so she is your responsibility. You have to take care of her. You should not be rude to her. She needs your love , care and attention. Please be nice to her, she is here to be with you and for that she left her loving family behind. She deserves your love. Don't forget that, if you didn't know her, she also didn't know you. If you are not in love with her, she is also not in love with you. That means she might be feeling exactly like you. Now go to your room and Please be nice to her. I hope you are getting my point. Don't let me down or be ready to face the music..." Dad left after saying that.I got up and started dragging myself towards my room when I saw bhai standing there. He came and placed his hand on my shoulder and said, " I know what is going on in y
Megha's POVIt is a bright morning, I got up from bed and went to the balcony. The birds were chirping and the slow breeze caressed my skin. The view of the garden was awesome. It had all kind and colours of flowers. Their fragrance was coming my way. The whole thing elated my mood.Last night, I was very scared that Mehul might take out his wrath on me. But he talked in a cool manner, he even apologized to me for his earlier behaviour. Though he was not friendly or normal but at least he was not angry.I went into the room again and did all my daily routine and took out a traditional Gujrati suit from my bag and went to take a bath. I came out of the bathroom and went directly towards the dressing table.My hair was still dropping, I took my towel and was about to dry them when I suddenly felt some movement behind me, I turned all of a sudden and my hair swung into the air and water droplets from them landed on... Mehul's face.Oh my God !!