Fighting!

Chapter 17

Chapter 17:

Ananya's point of view:

The next whole week went by so fast that I couldn't believe today Aayush had to go back to work. Last night, he checked his emails and there were hundreds of them all needing his attention. Just looking at them, my head churned. I felt bad for the guy, but he's the team lead at this young age, so obviously, he will have this much work.

The past week was the highlight of my life. Though aunty and uncle said they would be there for one whole week, they left after three days. I think they know how much of a workaholic their son is and they wanted us to bond as a family before he went back to work. And they were correct. Aunty showed Aayush and I how to take care of Diya from morning till evening. I was recording her advice on the phone because I easily forget.

The next day, when they left, Aayush and I spent the whole day with Diya. In the evening, we took her to a mall where they had kids playing in the area like Ameaba or Timezone, which Diya loved. We spent our whole evening there playing with her.

After the short period of conversation we had about getting to know each other, Aayush and I were weirdly comfortable with each other. Albeit, his simple touch sets fire to my very soul, but it didn't surprise me anymore. I missed my family and friends the whole week but they also understood how important that week was for us and gave us our space, which Aayush and I appreciate more than anything. Being domestic with Aayush and Diya was something I never dreamed of but it was so natural. Some say kids have some kind of sixth sense and they hate or love people from the start. I was scared that Diya wouldn't like me but she was an angel and blended with me easily. Thank god, I came into her life at this age. If she was a teenager, then managing her or bonding with her would have been an Herculean task.

The next day, we took her to the grocery store. I held her as Aayush collected all the things we needed. She enjoyed that little trip to the core. She was this happy kid who was laughing and giggling, attracting everyone's attention. When I told my mom about this incident, she told me to remove her Nazar(Evil eye). I did do that. Aayush had googly eyes when he saw me do that. I saw few of the neighbours but I didn't really pay much attention to them. My main focus was on Diya and Aayush. I have been teaching Diya to call me "Anu" but she calls me "Ann" and there are no complaints here. I just love how she calls me "Ann". She's the sweetest little thing.

Next day, we all three went out to buy some clothes and toys for Diya. She needed some new clothes and I needed some pyjama pants. Aayush is more than okay with me wearing shorts, but I wonder if any neighbours come to talk or any of our relatives come suddenly, then it would be awkward.

The remaining days we spent in the apartment, watching movies and playing with Diya. Thank god, Aayush was really good at cooking. If not, we would all be starving. He showed me some basic dishes that I could make when I'm at home or if Diya gets hungry. Her food is simple. Thank god for that.

And when it comes to Aayush's and I's relationship. We are progressing slowly. It's a great thing that Diya sleeps the whole night without getting up. In this last whole week, she woke up only once because she had a nightmare. We came to that conclusion because we tried to feed her but she didn't eat anything. Her diaper was clean, so that meant a nightmare.

Since day 1, Aayush and I have been sleeping in one bed but we haven't done anything except cuddling. One day, after we put Diya to sleep, we came back to our room. I wore shorts that night to bed and Aayush couldn't keep his eyes to himself. We laid on the bed staring at the ceiling. There was this weird energy between us which was completely new to me. I just turned to my side, showing my back to him. I tried to go to sleep but it was useless. So, I opened my phone and started reading a book that I saved in the epub version. When I heard some motion, I thought he must be turning or getting up to go to the washroom, but I felt a hand around my waist. His body warmth covered my back, making my lips stretch in the biggest smile ever.

I have thought about us cuddling and kissing. I know he's comfortable around me, but if he didn't have the history that he has, I would have made the move by now. So, for now, I have left it to him to make the first move.

I didn't say anything and made myself comfortable with his chest against my back, his face in my hair. I heard him sigh and it made me so comfortable. From that day, we are even more comfortable holding hands and kissing each other on the cheeks and nose. My favorite time is when we cook. Diya would be sitting on her rolling chair and walking around in the house. Aayush said she must start walking soon, it seems. Aayush would be making food while I sat at the counter and assist him by cutting the veggies and giving him any ingredient he asked from the cabinets. He would suddenly kiss my cheeks or nose, catching me off guard.

I have not kissed anyone till now, so I have no idea how to kiss, but I'm getting frustrated about not getting to kiss him. I really hope he kisses me soon. I can't handle this s****l tension anymore. I'll burn up in flames if he doesn't make the first move, or worse, I'll only initiate the kiss and give him the worst kiss of his life and make a complete fool of myself.

Just thinking about it gave me a shudder.

Aayush goes to the office from today. I know from today our lives are gonna change and life will test us. I'm scared and excited at the same time. Let's see how much of a rollercoaster ride this will be.

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