Three weeks passed by in a blur. It felt like I came back yesterday. I don't want to miss my home again.......
Didi visited us after that and I was very happy too. Soon I was okay with everything. It just took a little time to adjust. I loved her so much and the thought of not being able to see her when I reach home triggered me. But now I feel better. Fai told me that she would come to see me whenever I am back and she promised me too. Wasn't it soo sweet??
Day by day Amaan and I were getting closer. After the incident at the beach I felt shy but I tried not to show him and he was like, "Oh God, look who is blushing now? What happened?"
And he broke into laughter. He was making me feel more embarrassed.
We used to go together for buying supplies, gifts and so on. But now it was hurting me to say goodbye to everyone especially Fai and Amaan. Within three weeks we have refilled our bond which was lacking behind.
Ayaan and Mehak visited me and he introduced me to his girlfriend. She was a pretty little one. I am happy that at last he found his true love. He really admired her and made every effort to make her happy. That was weird with him.
Anyways now I am here just a day ahead to leave my home, family, friend, my crush and everyone behind.
I booked my tickets yesterday and I will be leaving at 6 in the morning as the flight is scheduled at 7:30.
Fai and Amaan agreed to accompany me to the airport. I was so sad as it was after a while I got to stay here this long. And I wished anyhow this trip to be cancelled or the classes to be dismissed.
I woke up at 4, after bathing and dressing up into a red and black checked crop top with black jeggings, I went downstairs to see my mom packing food and other essential for me. When she saw me she greeted, " Good morning princess. Come down and have your breakfast."
I smiled at her and went to her to give a peck on her cheek. She smiled at me and kissed me too.
It was already 5 when I sat down to take my breakfast. Papa was reading newspaper and he greeted me while joined us for breakfast. Fai joined too. Papa said, "So you must take care of yourself. Don't stress out too much. Eat healthy food. And I don't want to see my girl worn out and pale like you looked last time."
I smiled at him and said, "Yeah it was all due to exams. I was staying all night completing my assignments in order to get my leave letter."
"And what about skipping meals?" Amaan spoke out as he entered our dining hall. He was wearing a simple printed blue tee shirt with black tracksuit. He looked as he cake here straight from bed. His ruffled hair making him looking damn cute.
When did he come? Papa welcomed him and asked him to sit with us for breakfast. He refused as he had already eaten but sat with us.
Papa asked, "So why were you skipping meals dear?"
I was embarrassed and glared at Amaan. He said, "She can't answer Uncle. She was on a diet as she was getting fatter. You know a whole chair can't hold her enough." He broke out into laughter followed by everyone. I just want to lose weight and flat tummy which I gained when I went home earlier. It was to this reason I was dieting and doing yoga when I was in Punjab. But know I am perfect. I made a face at them. Papa was still laughing and said, "It is good to have a diet but don't ever skip your meals. You can have healthy foods. It will help you. And what made you think that you are so fatty? "
He teased me. I know I am in perfect size but I don't want tummy and and more calories in me. Amaan you are going to pay for this. He smiled at me as if reading my mind.
I went upstairs to take my bag and I noticed that my red pendant was in the drawer. I smiled at it and wore it hideously.
Mom helped me pack my things. She was packing too many food items as so on that my bag couldn't afford. "This is enough Mom. My bag would burst out any second."
"These are essential for you. And I have packed hair oil even though you forgot to tell me, do remember to apply it regularly. Otherwise you may have hairfall. Take care of it. Eat fruits and vegetables. Do call us when you reach. Come fast my dear."
Typical mom. She hugged me. I went to Papa he advised me to avoid anything that would affect my health and to sleep well. After biding them goodbye , I sat on the backseat. I was silent all along. They talked about football and so on. Later Amaan halted the car. I was deep in my thoughts. I felt a knock on my window. I opened the glass to find Amaan. He handed my panipuris. This guy is simply amazing. He knows how to lift my mood up. I savoured them and after a while. Fai said, "Why are you worried about going now? Seriously I haven't seen you sad for going. You will be back soon. Just let it and smile my Munchkin."
I smiled at him. He was right I will be back soon then why am I getting worried. Then we started talking, laughing, teasing Amaan all the way long. When we reached the airport Fai hugged me and said, "Do call me if there is a problem. We will be here itself. You are a big girl now don't be upset over little things. Don't make your little mind of yours to stress out. Do call me when you reach."
Then Amaan helped me carry my bags. He said with a smirk, "Tell my regards to Isha."
"Let me think." And we broke out into laughter.
"The pendant really suits so well Zarah." He said with a sparkle in his eyes making me flinch. He had seen it. How could he I have tried to keep it hidden. I blushed immediately which did not went unnoticed by him. He bid me goodbye and I went inside too.
What have I done. It might have came out as I completely forgot about it. Does he really love me or is it just my thought. It is really hard to decipher what he thinks. He is way weird.
I boarded the flight all along thinking about him. Is he feeling the same I feel for him. I decided not to think further as I knew I would not get any answer to it. Soon I fell into sleep.
I reached Punjab and called Isha to inform her that I have arrived. She was already waiting for him. I called Fai and informed them too.
We reached our apartment within an hour. They had already prepared lunch for me. That was something so good with Sasha. She used to cook delicious food for us. After eating we sat down to talk. It has been a while. We sat there discussing about the time we spent with our family, they were happy for me too. They teased me seeing a glow on my face when I talked about him. He is doing wonders on me.
