Our love written in the stars

chapter 4

Advik POV:

My dad completed all rituals at the burial ground and he wanted to put fire for uncle so that his soul will rest in peace And also he denied me to do rituals at burial ground as I am newly married which is not good for our future. After three hours, we returned to Aadhya’s home completing all formalities but still, she is sitting in the same position. She lost all glory on her face. Then my dad went towards her direction and consoled her. She went to her room to take bath and I too finish my personal work.

  I ordered food for everyone as we did not eat anything from last night. We were waiting for her from the last two hours but there was no sign of her. Then my dad asked to check her so I went to call her. I slowly opened the door and saw crying looking at uncle’s photo. I made her understand the situation and took her to the dining room.

I shocked to see her reaction on seeing yashwanth’s photo. I can understand whatever he did is not forgivable. I never saw a person who steeps this low to take revenge, especially on my innocent angel. With much difficulty, we convince her to eat.  After completing her lunch, she went to her dad’s room and I followed her. Again she started crying reminding her dad. I took into my arms and make her sleep stroking gently on her hair.

I promised to myself in my mind that I will make each and every one person’s life as hell that made my angel cry.  I don’t want to spare even it is my best friend. It is very miserable for me to see her cry. Thinking about all incidents that happened, I slept along with Aadhya on the bed.

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After some time, I opened my eyes and noticed that Aadhya is sleeping on my chest in the sitting position. I never allowed anyone woman close to me due to some reason. So I slowly detached from me without disturbing her sleep. I married Aadhya for my uncle but I really don’t know what should I do.  We both are forced into this marriage. I came out of the room to talk with my dad.

“I want to talk about Aadhya….” I said looking at dad.

“ about Aadhya….!” he asked doubtfully.

“ That…..what should we do about Aadhya?’I questioned my dad.

“She is your wife and she is your responsibility from now” my dad answered seriously.

“But we are not married to each other without our consent. I am not ready to accept this marriage” I said.

“ Marriage is joke for you. MARRIAGES ARE MADE IN HEAVEN. …..Advik. Then why did you agree to marry her?” my dad yelled on me.

This was the first time, I am seeing the furious side of my father.

“ I believe all happened for the reason. If you believe me or not, if your mother is alive now, she might slap you. Do you know, she wanted Aadhya as her daughter in law at the time she born. Due to some reasons, I didn’t say anything to you. Now she is my daughter in law and no one can change this even GOD. “  my dad said in a stern voice.

“ I mean….to …. Say….” My dad cutoff my words.

“what?”  he asked seriously.

“We don’t know each other and I want to know what she thinks of this marriage…” I said.

“Strange….. Few minutes back, you were consoling Aadhya taking into your arms. Do you know why? ...... Because you like her and can’t see her in pain. Look at me son, you might be angry for giving your mother’s place to another woman. But I am your father and always want your happiness. She will fill your life with love. Trust me, you are very lucky to have Aadhya in your life. Trust me for once.“ my dad said.

After a long time, I saw my dad is talking with me whole-heartedly. I started thinking about my dad’s suggestion. But I built walls around my heart so that no one can enter inside. At last, I thought if I can’t give her wife place but can take responsibility as a childhood friend.

“Okay dad, I will accept her as a wife” I said my decision.

But I didn’t notice someone watching our discussion silently. I was too late to notice Aadhya standing at the door.

“Uncle….whatever help you did for me is enough. I can manage everything. If you have any other work. You can carry on” Aadhya said looking at me.

“ Aadhya…..I am sorry.” I said with guilt.

“For what,” she asked me.

"I was so confused about our marriage. I am not in my sense. I didn't mean to hurt you” I apologized.

“It is not your mistake Advik. I can understand your situation. I respect your frankness. I don't have any complaints about you. I don't want to become a burden to anyone. Mostly no one should stay in forced relation" she said.

“Till I am alive. You both will stay as a husband and a wife. If you have a little respect for me, end this topic here itself .” My dad declared.

“ After 11th-day ceremony of your father. We are shifting to our house. No more discussion on this topic.” My dad informed me that he will be back by tomorrow morning and asked to take care of Aadhya until he returned.

Aadhya left to her room leaving me alone in the hall.

 I sat on the sofa thinking about her words. I understood how understanding person she is. Even though she is going through her hard time, she thought about my feelings. I cursed myself to act like a stupid instead of supporting her, I tried to escape from reality due to my insecurities. If our marriage is my mother’s last wish, I want to accept this marriage and accept her as my wife.

But what about her feelings?, what if still she loves yashwanth?

Before going to any conclusion, I want to talk with Aadhya. So I went to meet her and found her lying on the floor in an unconscious state. I lifted her and placed her carefully on the bed. I checked her temperature placing my hand on her forehead. Her skin was burning like a fire.