Mareez-e-Ishq Chapter 45

Geet’s POV

 

We have reached our destination. I was excited to get out of the car because I really wanted to see mom. We parked it at the parking lot of our place. It can’t be parked in front of the house because we are close to the sea.

We got down and took the purchased gifts from the car compartment. It's a lot of things and Maan is to blame. I had stopped him before that he didn't need to buy a lot of gifts for mom but he was stubborn and followed what he wanted.

We started walking on the sand and he's holding my hand. Flirting but already holding hands. Even though there was a lot to carry, he fit it in one hand just to hold me. I can't even help him because he doesn't want to. He said he didn't want to burden me.

As I expected, the eyes of our neighborhood are on us. The whispering started and the others were still surprised because they could see me. They were calling on my name and I'm waving my free hand and let out a smile.

‘Stop smiling.’

I heard the person next to me say so I turned to him, his face was frowning again.

Geet laughed, ‘You're so grumpy. What did I tell you about your jealousy?’ I remind him. He straightened up immediately and smiled at me.

‘I'm sorry. It's just... you're so beautiful when you smile.’

I gave him smile and he quickly gave peck to my lips...When we got to the opposite side of the house, nervousness immediately crept through my system. How will they react if they find out Maan is here?

Geet knocked twice, ‘Mom? It's Geet.

Crash and my brother's screams from inside.

Sissssss!

I smiled and so did Maan.

‘Is that Rehan?’ He asked and I nodded.

The door opened and Rehan immediately greeted me with a hug.

‘Sis! I missed you! Where is my greetings?’

Maan and I both laughed and that caught Rehan's attention. Only then did he notice that I was with someone.

He broke his hug from me and looked up at the person next to me. He recognized him and suddenly his eyes widened.

Sis's boss?!

Maan laughed and nodded, ‘Hello, Rehan.

My brother jumped in happiness and hugged him.

Rehan - Sis's boss, why did you disappear for so long?! I miss the food you brought!

My brother's complaint. I was embarrassed to look at Maan but I stopped when I saw how beautiful his smile and laugh was.

It was genuine and I'm so happy about it

We entered the house and caught the serious faces of mom and Mia. I knew it, they will be mad at this.

I lowered the greetings to Maan and Rehan immediately went straight there.

I gulped and walked towards my mother. I waved to her and kissed her on the cheek.

Hello, mom. I missed you.’ I said it awkwardly but her face was still serious and she was looking at Maan.

I felt Maan walking behind me so I moved away from Mom.

Maan - Good afternoon, Mrs. Handa.

Mrs. Handa - Nothing good in the afternoon!

Maan and I were both surprised by this tone.

Mother turned to me. ‘What is that man doing here?!’

Mom...

Mrs. Handa - Answer me!

I was startled. Mom is serious when she talks like this.

Maan - I'm courting her, Mrs. Handa.

Mom and Mia's noses almost blew when Maan said.

Mrs. Handa - What?!

They were shocked and I chuckled

They looked at me and it made me stop laughing.

‘I'm sorry, mom. I already told Maan that it's not possible because he doesn't want to hold back.’

Mia - Just say that you are so easy to get!

My nose grew longer and chose to remain silent. Easy to get immediately?

Can't I love?

I heard Maan chuckle so l turned to look at him in surprise. He was smiling while looking at me.

What? I mouthed.

Maan shook his head.

Mrs. Handa - And you are really able to fight in front of me?!

I immediately looked away and turned it to my foot.

Mrs. Handa - Geet! Go into the room and take your brother with you. You go there first and I'll talk to your boyfriend.

Geet - He's just courting, mom.

Mrs. Handa - Why? Where is that going too? Isn't it there too?

Mia - Yes! Especially that this sister of mine is so easy to get.

Geet - You guys are so mean to me. Don't you miss me?

Mrs. Handa - To the room, NOW.

Geet - Yes. Just don't make Maan suffer, okay?

I catch up so she glares at me again.

I laughed and went to Rehan to take him into the room. I included the greetings so that my brother would not complain.

I noticed a change in the design of the room since I left. They moved the place of the bed, the same clothes.

Rehan - Sis, it's a good thing you brought your boss with you!! I thought I'd never see him again.

I turned around when heard Rehan speak, he was there in our food box and he was putting the things Maan and I bought there.

I smiled and walked towards him.

Geet - I thought so too. My boss head is hard(stubborn), that's why he came here.

He frowned as he looked at me. ‘Does anyone have a soft head? Everyone is hard!’

I was stunned and stared at his innocent face. I laughed out loud and pinched his cheeks.

Cutie. I giggled.

Rehan - Huh?

Geet - I said, you're fat.

He immediately frowned and glared at me.

I laughed again. Where did Rehan learn that trick?

Geet - Just kidding. You're so macho that's why your crush likes you.

Rehan - Of course, Sis! Macho is still handsome.

I just laughed at him and went to bed after we put the gifts. I glanced at the door wondering if I should go outside to peek at them.

I didn't do it because I trusted Mom. She's just doing this for my own sake. I just hope she doesn't torture Maan too much.

A few minutes passed and the door opened. Mom's beautiful smile appeared at me. I breathed a sigh of relief because of that. It means that they had a good conversation.

Mrs. Handa - Rehan, that's for later, go down and eat there. You too, Geet. We'll eat together.’ She said and turned away.

I immediately stood up and led my brother to the kitchen. Maan's face lit up when he saw me. I smiled and sat beside him.

Maan - I miss you. He whispered.

Geet - It's only been a few minutes, and you miss me right away?

Maan shrugged, ‘Can't help it. I want you to be in my sight every second.

I just laughed at his statement and put a plate in front of him.

I was going to ask him what they talked about Mom's case later. I put some pasta on the plate for him, and so did Rehan who was next to Maan on the other side.

The fragrant smell of the pasta immediately spread when Mom placed the dish on the table. I'm not really hungry but when I smell that feel like I want to eat a lot. I miss her cooking.

Geet - Thank you, Mom.

When everybody got on their seat, Mia lead the prayer before we eat.

‘So... What's your plan?’ Mom suddenly asked in the middle of the meal.

Geet - Yes? Plan for what? Why is there a plan?

Maan - Geet will decide on that, Mom.

My eyebrows automatically rose. Since when did he become Mom's son? And this is Mom and she seems to be happy that Maan called her that.

Geet - What are you talking about?

Maan - Our plan in our marriage.

He didn't seem to say anything while my eyes widened.

Our plan in our marriage!’ I exclaimed in disbelief.

Are you In your mind, Maan? You're still courting me!

Mrs. Handa - Voice down, Geet. We're in front of the food.

I immediately covered my mouth when I heard Mom's serious voice.

Maan - That's where we're going too, aren't we?

I gasped in disbelief, unable to answer. He stared at me intently.

Maan - W-What? You're going to answer me and then leave me to the end? Or you really don't want to marry me?

Pain is visible in his eyes. I couldn't answer so his jaw tightened. He looked away and continued eating.

‘Guess there's no plan that will happen, Mom- I mean Mrs. Handa. I'll leave before the night.’

Mom glared at me while I looked down. I bit my lip to prevent my eyes from clouding. I never said I didn't want to get married. I was just too hasty with the situation. Is it bad to ask?

The meal ended quietly. Maan stood up first.

Maan - Thank you for the food. I'll just go outside.

He said goodbye and walked away.

I want to say something but I feel like swallowed my saliva. I just quietly arranged the food and put it in the sink. Mia volunteers to wash the dishes but I refuse.

Mia - Talk about it, take care of it.

She even threatened me before leaving me. I frowned and hurried up the washing I was afraid that he might suddenly leave without saying goodbye.

Why is he saying goodbye to me, he's angry?

After I brushed my teeth, I immediately followed Maan outside. I scanned the place and I saw him under the tree where I'm always hang around when sunset will came.

He was seriously stunned while looking at the sea. The sun rays hit his skin that makes him glow more. He is even more beautiful in my eyes.

I fished out my phone and took a stolen pic of him. After that I walked towards him. It's not too hot because the sun is going down...

It's already sunset and I can't help but smile. I can watch the sunset with the one I love. It is one of my dreams that I thought would never happen.

Hi...

He glanced at me and clenched his jaw. ‘What are you doing here?

I snorted and came even closer.

He noticed that so he stepped away.

Geet - I want to watch the sunset with you.

I said in a small voice. Trying to tame him.

Are your eyes on me?’ His rude question made me laugh.

Wow, philosopher.

Maan - Why are you fcking laughing?

Geet hit his mouth, ‘Your mouth.

Maan - I'm going home after this.

Really?’ I asked softly and looked down at his hand in his pocket. I pursed my lips and put my hand inside it, I took his hand and held it.

I noticed him looking at me but I didn't look back at him and looked at the beautiful sky. I always love the sunset. How its colors change. From orange to pink, to violet and into dark. Different hues that always give me hope when I'm staring at it.

Geet - Isn't the sky beautiful?

I told him even though I knew he wouldn't speak.

Do you know I always hang out here? When I think of you, I always go here and then look at the sky, hoping you're looking there too. I also cry here when I remember what you did. The sunset would calm me down and it helps me to forgive everything that you did.

I smiled while remembering those.

Geet - We all have our dark side, just like the sun. You brought colors into my life when you learned to love me and just like our love for each other, it has a dark side too. It's not always happy, when you love there's always pain, you have trials to face and it's up to both of you if you can face them. Maybe I was wrong too, if I had not sent before the pain you caused me, no time would have been wasted. If I didn't send anger we wouldn't be married now but no, I was weak. I'm sorry if I didn't take the pain, if I gave up right away.

I breathed because of the tears that started to fall.

Geet - I'm sorry, Maan. I'm sorry for being weak. If I hadn't left you then, what happened to you wouldn't have happened. H-I wouldn't have...’ I stopped to say when Maan hugged me.

S-Stop it...’ I was surprised by his raspy voice. I felt tears running down my shoulder.

Maan - It's not your fault. I'm to blame for all of this. If I hadn't sent you out of jealousy and anger and if I hadn't followed what my father said, I wouldn't have hurt you. I can't forgive myself when I remember that I did it to you. Then thought what if you did it to me then? I'm going to die. I'd rather you kill me than do that to me...if it’s only act then also... But look at what I did, I was blinded with my jealousy, and I've hurt you so much that it questioned your worth.

Maan- Sometimes wonder if I still deserve you. I'm afraid I'll hurt you again but I don't want to let you go. I'd rather keep you locked up with me while change myself than see you fall for someone else before I see your worth. I'm so sorry, Geet. My love for you is dangerous. But I don't want to let you go. I want to keep you...’ He kissed my head and looked into my eyes.

‘What's the use of my life if I can't have you?’ He said passionately. I cried and sobbed even more.

Maan- I'd rather die than lose you from my side.

He kissed my forehead and wiped my tears.

Stop crying... He said softly.

I shook my head and held both his hands.

Geet - I-I'm not going to be lost in your company. I'd rather have you lock me in your company than see myself in the company of others.

I kissed his lips and stared at his beautiful eyes.

Geet- I am free to be imprisoned by you!

His eyes glistened with tears and kissed me too. He leaned his forehead against mine. He was breathing deeply because of the kiss. He closed his eyes and had a smile on his face.

Geet - I love you...

I whispered to him which immediately opened his eyes. He was surprised and his lips parted.

Maan - W-What did you say?