Tumhare Liye (For You)

CHAPTER ONE

—Life can be cruel—

—One moment you're on top of the world, the next you're drowning in an ocean of despair—

—It's like a storm that comes out of nowhere, devastating your soul and shattering you—

—The pain is deep, a constant reminder of the darkness that surrounds you—

—You try to find a way out, but the shadows surround you, suffocating you with their crushing grip—

—And just when you think it can’t get any worse, life deals another devastating blow—

—I'm lying in a bed, my eyes red and puffy from crying—

—Today should have been the happiest day of my life - my wedding day—

—But instead of feeling joy and love, I'm plagued with emptiness and a sense of betrayal—

—Marriage is meant to be a beautiful union of two souls, based on trust, love and respect. But as I look around this room, I can't shake the feeling that I've been denied this precious gift—

—My eyes hurt from the tears I've shed, a physical reminder of the heartache I'm trying to understand—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Heard the sound of the door opening* *The sound of footsteps*

—Lying in bed, I am enveloped in an uneasy silence. Suddenly, footsteps echo through the room, making my heart beat faster—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Close my eyes, my fear mounting*

—My grip on the blanket tightens, my fingers turning white with tension. I tell myself to breathe softly, trying to calm my racing thoughts—

—But my mind is filled with worst-case scenarios, each step getting closer, ringing in my mind like a death knell—

—I am paralyzed with fear, don't want to open my eyes, not knowing what is going to happen next—

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

You're really sleeping alone on our wedding night? *Low, husky voice*

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

I thought we'd be too busy making love to sleep... *Voice dripping with sarcasm*

—I feel tears pricking the corners of my eyes, but I don’t let them fall. His sarcastic words still echo in my mind–

—I am alone and vulnerable in this place, surrounded by 'strangers'. My priority is self-preservation:

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(Staying safe and avoiding any situation that could endanger my life.)

—I strain my ears, listening for the soft rustling of clothes, the sound of faint footsteps, and the sound of a door closing. I take a deep breath, open my eyes, and quickly wipe away the tears that blur my vision—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Make love? *whisper to myself* What a ridiculous thing.

—FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER—

—As I lay there, I hear some rustling and the quilt starts to lift. I tense up, feeling him move closer—

—The rustling gets louder, and I sense his warm breath on my cheekbone - it's unnerving—

—He's super close! I wonder what he's doing—

—Then, he speaks in this fake sympathetic tone—

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

Well, well, well, look at this pretty face... so fragile, yet forced to endure so much. Poor girl. *His words make her skin crawl*

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

Well, I don't have any problem, after all what does it matter to me if the goat itself wants to slaughter.

—His voice was laced with malice—

—But he was only half-right—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(I was indeed a sacrifice, like a goat led to slaughter. But my fate was sealed by my own family, who ignored my pleas and catered to someone else's desires)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(Don't expect satisfaction from me, Mr. Husband. For now, I may be weak in your eyes, but I'm a Raghuvanshi's granddaughter, and I won't go down without a fight)

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

If you have stopped pretending to be asleep, Mrs Mahima Arya Vardan Maheshwari, we have words for a conversation. ❄️❄️❄️

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CHAPTER TWO

—NEXT MORNING—

—BEDROOM—

—I woke up in a known silence. My head was pounding, and my mind was hazy—

—I tried to recall the events of the previous night, and everything went like a bullet train—

—I remembered his threatening voice, his words ripping my soul apart... and the conversation—

—As I slowly sat up, my gaze fell on the luxurious room. The opulent decor was now mocking me, feeling like a gilded cage—

—I felt trapped, suffocating under the weight of my circumstances—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Look other side*

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Diverted my face and get down*

—As I stood under the hot water, the water falling on my face, my thoughts began to jumble—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(I have to survive, so that I can see their downfall. I have to become a force that can be respected, to get back what is rightfully mine)

—But then, my mind went to him– Arya. I hadn't included him in my plans—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(Tsk, when the time comes, he will discard me like trash. Besides, he already has someone in his life. I won’t waste my energy trying to make him mine)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

—The warmth of the water couldn’t overcome the coldness of my own resolve—

—I was ready to play the game, to outwit them all—

—His presence might complicate things, but I wouldn’t let him distract me from my ultimate goal:

—Power—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Came out of the shower and head towards the closet room*

—I opened the door without hesitation, thanks to Maria's description of the room's layout—

—The room was luxurious, with a huge walk-in closet that seemed to stretch on forever—

—From the plush carpets to the crystal chandeliers, every detail screamed luxury... even the air smells expensive—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(This man is filthy rich, but what's he doing married to someone like me?)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(He's got everything: wealth, good looks, a powerful family, and a life of luxury. Yet, he's locked down with a nobody like me!)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(This isn't fair. He's got a reputation for being tight-lipped, Alas)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

It's fucked up. *Pinned the pallu of her saree, staring at her reflection*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Looking good Ms... Mrs Mahima Arya Vardan Maheshwari. It's time for the show. *Smirked*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Walked out of the room, my heels clicking on the floor*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Come out of the room, saw no-one but heard water noise* *Get out of the room and started going downstairs*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(The place is same as ever nothing changed, even now, the only family photos on the wall are mostly of the younger son and daughter. But there is no photo of him.)

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Arey, beta Mahima?

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(Mother-in-law) *Walked into the room*

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Good morning, daughter! You look very pretty today.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Good morning and Thank you, mom. You look as pretty as ever. *Specked politely and touches her feet*

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Mahima, I need to talk to you about something.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Of course, mom. What's on your mind? *My ears perked up like a curious cat*

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

I don't want you to touch my feet again. It's not our tradition.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

But mom, it's a mark of respect.

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

I know, beta, but I won't let that happen. You're my daughter now, not some outsider trying to show favoritism. *Frowning, her eyes flashing with warning*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Okay, Mom. I'll remember. *Smiled*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(You also didn't change)

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Now let's go, now that you have woken up, let's start the rituals, and it's your first day in this house,, so the first cooking will be done by you.

—As we entered the kitchen, the staff there fell silent, their eyes fixed on us. Mom's authoritative voice caught their attention, "Remember, everyone, my daughter is in charge here. Follow her every instruction." With a subtle smile and a nod, she handed me the reins, and left the room, leaving me to assert my new authority—

: "Tell me, Bahu sahiba, what do you want us to do?"

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

What's cooking? I want to know what's on the menu so I can decide what to make for my first meal.

—For the next half hour I first prepared breakfast in the kitchen. I did not prepare much, only two items and a dessert, the rest of the breakfast was prepared by the servants—

: "Where's this burning smell coming from?"

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CHAPTER THREE

—KITCHEN—

—I find myself wondering why I got married to Arya Vardan Maheshwari the cruelest person in the world—

—I know I'm not the most useful person, but I never thought I'm so insignificant that I'd be married to someone like him—

—As I stand in the kitchen, I'm even more confused. At living room there's someone else standing in front of him, a girl I've never seen before—

—Who is she? Is she his girlfriend? The way he looks at her with such intensity and affection makes my blood boil—

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

Arya, I tried to contact you yesterday, but you ignored my calls.

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

I was very worried, so I came to see you.

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

Sorry for interrupting so early in the morning. *Embarrassed*

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

No need to apologize, Niharika. I'm fine. You can leave now. ❄️

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

Okay... but you're really fine? You're not just saying that to reassure me? *Frowned*

ARYA VARDAN MAHESHWARI (ML)

Niharika, I mean it. You don't need to worry about me. I can take care of myself. ❄️

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

But I called you then why didn't you pick up. *Puffs her mouth*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(How dare this girl behave like this with my husband)

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Hey Niharika, beta? What happened?

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

You are here so early in the morning.

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

What happened? Are you okay? How are your parents? They are fine, right?

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

Good morning Aunty Ruhanika no need to worry I am fine and dad is also fine.

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

I just came to meet Arya he was not picking up my call that's why I was worried, so I came here to meet him.

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

Please forgive me for coming so early in the morning without telling you.

NIHARIKA SINGH NEGI (ML FRIEND)

*Embarrassed and looks at Arya*

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Oh, it doesn't matter, now that you have come, have breakfast too, come on, come on. *Waved her hand*

: "Where is this burning smell coming from?" *Said teasingly*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Dhruv, you here?

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

Good morning Bhabhi Maa, how are you? *Grin*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

I am fine, tell me how are you?

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

You did not show this much confidence at the time of marriage.

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

Where did the sun come from today that this version of yours has been displayed? *Amused*

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(Damn it, I had forgotten it for a moment)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

So you want me to behave like before, like the simple and innocent girl you saw me be during the wedding?

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

*Chuckled and raised eyebrows*

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

Not at all Bhabhi Maa, I like this Bhabhi very much, please do not change yourself. *Giggles*

—Chuckling I turned my attention back to him, but he was nowhere to be found—

—I was left annoyed and confused by his sudden disappearance—

—My gaze went to the dining hall, where I saw my mother-in-law and that bitch, walking together—

—What the hell is going on here?—

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

Niharika Singh Negi is Arya's childhood friend and business partner. They went to college together and co-founded their company.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

I didn't ask you for her bio, Dhruv.

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

But Bhabhi Maa, your face says otherwise. It looks like you want to kill her. Your anger is clearly visible.

—Instinctively my hand went to my face and at the same time I heard the sound of laughter - Dhruv's laughter—

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Shut up, Dhruv! And mind your own business.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

It's okay Bhabhi Maa, I will not tell anyone, this secret of yours is safe with me.

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

What are you doing here? Are bothering your bhabhi?

DHRUV MAHESHWARI (ML BROTHER)

Ugh, Mom, I am innocent. And no, I am not bothering Bhabhi Maa, am I?

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Okay, okay the drama queen. Mahima beta, shall we go out?

RUHANIKA MAHESHWARI (ML MOTHER)

Breakfast will be served in the dining hall, and I would like to introduce you to our guest.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

Okay maa.

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

(Well, the day has come when I meet my husband's lover.)

MAHIMA ARYA MAHESHWARI (FL)

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