Innocence
Prologue
Ruth
Welcome back to the hot seat ! I am your host Ruth well I bet you aren't ready for this one, but today we have a special guest backstage.
Applause and cheering ensured as this was going to be my first appearance after being young billionaire for 3 consecutive years.
The stage was surrounded by some hot seats with celebrities already there. The host was walking towards the last which was supposed to be reserved for me.
I was ready for this big night when I heard Ruth speaking
Ruth
He is not only a businessman but also a model, producer, songwriter and last but not the least he is the heartthrob of every Italy's girl ! Please welcome AXER DE'COSTA
The set roared with claps and scream as I strode out from the backstage, giving a quick smile at audience I took my seat after shaking hands with the host.
Rosh /Axer
Thank you so much for having me here. *smiles*
Random Celebrity
I still can't believe I am seeing the mysterious heartthrob Axer !
* speaks in excitement*
Miya a random celebrity spoke stressing on my name I looked at her with a small smile and in no time she was a blushing mess.
Ruth
Welcome Axer, with your busy schedule I am happy that you could make it.
*speaks in a professional tone*
Rosh /Axer
It was your call I had to come.
Ruth
Oh we all know your everywhere. Let it be movie industry, music or business, So how does it feel to be rich ?
Rosh /Axer
It's an amazing feeling you know.
My voice laced with laughter.
Rosh /Axer
My mom is finally proud of me and doesn't nag about me dropping out.
Sofia leaned back as she laughed. I felt a burning graze on me, I looked beside me and found Miya glazing at me, she immediately averted her graze. I am surely going to be in her wet dreams tonight.
Ruth
So is there a special lady in your life waiting for you back at home with a wine and sexy back dress ?
Everyone eyes fell on me waiting for my answer. Well my answer can make their TRP rise up.
I answered as I made myself comfortable.
Random Celebrity
I can't stop myself anymore I got to ask this one. *look towards Axer in excitement*
Random Celebrity
Are you free tonight ? How about we have dinner together.?
*look at Axer with a seductive smile*
Audience flooded with excitement. Seems like the reporters got their headlines.
Rosh /Axer
No *speaks without other thoughts*
Ruth
The host gave me am awkward smile as the celebrity sat down faking another smile.
Ruth
So should I think that your night is exclusively reserved for someone special ?
* try to handle the situation*
Rosh /Axer
Yes, I am flying to India to get engaged with love of my life.
*smiles softly*
1.
My hand suddenly feels heavy after wearing this ring. It was my engagement ring, from the engagement which never took place.
The men I am supposed to marry lives a good distance away from us, so both families decided to exchange token as a symbol of new beginning to this relationship.
I have never seen my future husband in real life. This is purely an arrange marriage.
I am already exhausted after dealing with all this in life, I wish this one end soon so that I can go back to work.
Riya
This dude looks sexy
*comment in wonder*
Riya commented which she is doing extremely often after seeing his picture.
Osh
Can you stop that ? I really need a break from this marriage talk
*glance at riya in annoyance*
Riya
You, my friend ! Can you at least fake that your excited about this? It's your first time getting married ya know.
*slump on couch keeping photo aside*
Osh
I seriously feel like running away. I can't fake smile anymore in front of relatives I don't even know.
*fall down on bed*
I felt Riya snicker as she turned her head looking at me.
Riya
Your youth was at it's peak back there though you never got your fruit popped still.
Riya
I don't understand why you suddenly decide to come back here a week before your wedding.
Osh
*look down with a sad expression*
You heard it right just one more week and I will be married.
After my mother died my father became my weak spot. When he told me about this marriage talk I couldn't say no, I tried my best to delay it several times, but I couldn't do it anymore.
Osh
Come on now get ready dad asked me to bring some stuff from market, and you're going with me,
* gets up from her bed*
I looked at riya who was now scrolling something in her phone, I jerked her gaining her attention.
And we were ready to be the most picky customer and bargain until we get full satisfaction.
I got out from the changing room as I looked at myself in the big mirror. The dress had beautiful crystals in it enhancing my curves, specially the valley between my chest.
Osh
Very bold ! *shakes her head*
Osh
How about we get something nude ..ya know it's trending in Bollywood this days.
*playfully look at salesman and Riya*
Riya
*fake smile* You have tried at least 20 dresses and now your saying that.
Osh
*whisper* but this is too red.
Riya
*whisper back*
*irritated*
Osh Arora we are doing bridal shopping here we aren't here to buy dress for my funeral !
Osh
*look at salesman suspicion face* *Nods*
Okay we are getting this one.
I went back to the changing room and stripped myself out of the dress and changed myself into my old cloths.
I meet Riya during my first year of college. She was rebellious, confident, as the matter of fact I never saw her breaking down or obeying someone. She is born with a queen confidence.
It was now time to pay, as she was the one who liked this dress. I kept my card in her hands.
Osh
*whisper into ears*
You know what's same between this card and my love for you ?
both are unlimited baby.
Osh
*Smirk* *walk out of the shop*
( The salesman will surely take out his frustration on her now...)
As I walked out I decided to talk a seat on the nearby bench waiting for my bff's safe return. when my eyes fell on a dark image in front of me.
2
My eyes were too busy to notice anyone else after seeing that man in Black.
He was tall like he would shield me from the whole world. His hairs were set down just like a beautiful night, his jaw was sharp as his face had a still expression. He wasn't just a stranger, he was more like a walking fantasy.
Osh
* suddenly look down*
(Come on Osh ! You have a husband to marry)
I took out a random bill from my bag trying to hide my face and him. It suddenly hit me hard, now I can't even look at hot strangers u see and will never meet again.
Rosh /Axer
*Look at osh* *speak with a sharp voice*
Can you move aside ? I want to sit there.
Osh
* Look up at him* Ohhu yah..
*suddenly realizes and moves her leg down*
Rosh /Axer
Thanks.. *sits beside Osh* *look straight*
I couldn't help but notice the fantasy sitting beside me. He was wearing a gray suit that made him look devilishly handsome.
Osh
* breath heavily*
*close her eyes*
(My heart almost skipped a beat when I noticed his physics)
In my defense he wasn't wearing a tie… It's not my fault ! Oh, God! Osh when you became like this.
Rosh /Axer
You're holding the bill upside down * look at osh*
Osh
*look at her hands*
*keep the bill aside in embarrassment*
Rosh /Axer
*smiles* *look down*
Osh
I was just.. It's okay I am human I can make mistakes. *look into his eyes*
Rosh /Axer
*nods* *blink while looking at her*
You surely can..
Osh
* lightly laugh at her own action*
I am Osh..
Osh
* Suddenly stop smiling* * look at her face* Rosh...Rosh Singh ?
Rosh /Axer
*curve form on his lips*
Finally you recognized me, huh?
Osh
*shocked* *suddenly hug him*
Oh My god ! It's so nice to meet you.
Rosh /Axer
*surprise* *hug her back*
Osh
You decided to disappear without any information or a word.. We search for you so much Do you never know how worried I was when you.
Rosh /Axer
* Pat her back*
*smiles*
Your still the same…
Osh
*Break the hug*
*move back*
Why are you here at this time.. Don't tell me your here to shop ?
Rosh /Axer
*immediately take his hands back* *look around*
Actually I lost my way and came here
Osh
*laugh* *stand up*
Got ya ! Come on let me show you the way out of here
Rosh /Axer
*hold her hands to stop her*
* look into her eyes*
Your here to shop right ? I don't want to disturb you. I have time I will figure something out.
Osh
*Shake her head* This is the most busy street in Goa and knowing the introvert inside you, you probably won't ask anyone.
Rosh /Axer
How about I hang out with you ? You won't mind right ?
* look at her with hopes in eyes*
Osh
* look towards the shop* But I am waiting for my friend and…
Rosh /Axer
*let go of her hand* *look down* okay I guess I shouldn't disturb you anymore…so see you around.
Osh
*look at Rosh* *Hesitate*
Rosh /Axer
* looking down* *sighs*
Osh
Okay ! I need to get some bangles so how about we go together ?
*look at rosh*
Rosh /Axer
*look at her with a smile* *gets up*
I don't mind.. Let's go together !
Osh
*Keep her hand in front of him*
Come on hold my hand otherwise you might get lost again.
Rosh /Axer
*hold her hand lightly* *nods*
Osh
What do you think about this one ? *show him some bangles*
Rosh /Axer
Good *looking at her*
Osh
Uncle.. Can you show me some nice bangles please.. all this is good but...
*looking around*
*searching*
Rosh /Axer
*suddenly pick a box*
Give me your hand
Osh
*confused*
*move her hand forward*
Rosh /Axer
*take out bangles*
*help her in wearing them*
SHOPKEEPER : You guys must be newly married Na.. Congo Congo ! I will give you 20% discount.
Osh
*shocked* *look at him* No Uncle we---
Rosh /Axer
*keep hand on her mouth* Thank you sir, My wife really likes Bangles.
Rosh /Axer
*whisper* don't you want the discount?
Rosh /Axer
here you go.. * smile*
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