*Shrishti Pov* “When will be the opening ceremony?” I asked looking around the Prathap’s new restaurant branch.“Soon! I thought it will be within two weeks but then Uncle gave me this big news that my best friend is getting engaged within a week and so I am thinking of choosing a later date.” I gripped my hand on the bag hearing his accusing tone.“Not because of your break-up with Anny?” I asked staring back at him instead of the walls.“Oh God! We didn’t break up. Why is everyone thinking that we broke up?” he asked shaking his head and waved his hand at the entrance.I turned to find Vikranth and Kanika walking towards us along with Anny. I smiled looking at them but then remembered Prathap’s words from earlier that they both divorced already.When everyone sat down, Prathap got up to bring juice and snacks for us while I stared at my hand ho

*Shrishti Pov* “You seem to be really busy these days. Are there any problems with work?” I asked when he finally picked the call after I tried to call him two times.We weren’t able to meet last week as he had some conference to attend to meet investors and so it’s been nearly a month since we meet each other.“Kind of! What happened?” he asked clearing his throat.He must be still trying to overcome the problems at work. I thought it will be fine when his Dad stops threatening him with the investment.He told me that they need to get more investments but it could be a problem. Should I invest some in his company that could reduce the burden?“Shrishti?” I came back from these thoughts hearing his voice.“By when will you reach tomorrow?” I leaned back enquiring about it so that I can adjust my work tomorrow to meet him up early.“

*Nitish Pov* More than a continuous trail of complaints, a long-term silence is deadly. I know Shrishti must have got hurt because of today’s events with Mom ignoring her presence and also her idea to make Lisa stay at home.She suddenly dragged me out of the house and didn’t say a word no matter how much I am asking her.Right now, we are sitting inside a theatre but we both are not paying any attention to the movie for sure.She sighed again and I finally turned to stare at her only to see her not even staring at the screen.“Let’s go from here.” I whispered holding her hand and she nodded not even turning to glance at me.After we reached the car, I felt it is better to find a place to have a good talk and drove towards a park and parked it.“Shrishti! I am sorry on my Mom’s behalf. She really needs just some time to get to know you and I am sure you both will

*Nitish Pov* “You are okay now?” Shrishti asked staring at my face with a worried look.I don’t know! I mean, will she scold me if I say I was jealous of her praising Vikranth than anything else right now?Today’s conference kind of boosted up my confidence to get back on track but when I heard her praising Vikranth the moment I opened the door, I felt a sense of loss.At the same time, I felt glad to hear her words expressing my trouble because of Rohan’s actions. If he was not my friend then I would have fired him and even sued him long ago.I tried my best to not be harsh but today hearing her saying the words in my heart just made me wish I clap for her. However, my jealousy won over this feeling and I kind of messed it up I think.If not for our promise in the past that we will not point out our pasts, I would have said this honestly.However, I understand her heart too

*Nitish Pov*   “Nitish!” I finally found the source of the voice after looking around and smiled before walking closer to the crowd where she is waiting for me. “I told you that I can come to the hotel on my own.” She smiled hugging me and we both reached the place where I parked my car. “Was it tiring?” she asked helping me with the luggage while I shook my head. “The flight got delayed a bit and that’s why I am late. You read my message and came at the changed time, right?” I asked starting the engine while she cleared her throat. “That’s why I said I will come directly.” I sighed but she suddenly leaned over to kiss my cheek. “I missed you!” she whispered shifting away but I pulled her back and kissed her properly. “Thank you for taking leave today for my sake.” I whispered letting her go and she smiled while gesturing me to drive. After we reached the hotel, she made me take a rest no m