INEXPLICABLE - Phase 3: Colliding Worlds_Chapter 12

 

Phase 3: Colliding Worlds

Chapter 12

Her: My Unbelievable King of Pop

It felt strange when the media printed us as a 'betrothed couple.' Ady announced it on his social media and there was an undying buzz from millions of his fans. Of course, there were always some sources of anger, jealousy, and general discontent too. I learned to get immune to all that with Ady's help. But, mostly they were words of goodwill to us - the engaged couple. I should have been used to the sound of that by now, it had been a month, but not really. The whole month felt surreal for me with my heart wavering between where I was emotionally and where I was with Ady. But, what trumped all that was that one very beautiful day. My memory of it was impeccable.

My heart caught in my mouth when I saw him on one knee. It felt like I was in a Hollywood movie.  I never imagined I'd be on the receiving end of such a Western proposal. Leave it to the born showman to make it all filmy. We were surrounded by hundreds of sunflowers and at the center, there was my hopeless romantic. He said the sweetest thing to me then.

Adithya, this feels apt - my sunshine is the middle a sunflower field. I wanted to do this under the moon, by the lake later tonight but what you said in the car changed my mind. Do you love me any way you can get?

I really do. But, I couldn't speak, so I nodded yes.

Thank you for making me speechless during the most important moment of my life. Leave it to a lawyer to dumb you down.

I laughed at his hint of sarcasm. My man had a wicked sense of humor that can up my spirits anytime. He got up and walked to me.

These past 9 odd months with you were everything wonderful for me. You loved me, you inspired me, you challenged me, you enraged me and you saved me. There's not an emotion left you haven't made me feel. This feeling of being full at heart is what I have wanted all my life. That is only possible with you. I won't promise you happiness forever. I won't promise you the world at your feet. But, I promise you my devotion, my loyalty, my greatest respect and pride for you, and my unending love. Let us keep each other safe and loved. Let us bring more happiness to ourselves. Would you like to share my space? Will you be my wife?

I smiled full wattage at him. I didn't want to just say yes.

Ady, that was profoundly touching. You love me and heal me in ways I have never known. Your smile and your love are just enough for my entire lifetime but the things you promised me just now, they are blessings, celestial blessings. I want them all for myself. I want you, your music, your body and soul, and all that comes with it. I want to share your space and offer myself completely to you. I love you, Aditya Dheenan. Yes, I will marry you and be your wife.

He slid the ring on my finger and kissed me. We stood there holding each other amidst the yellow hues. He was my bright light. He will be my always and I, his. I just couldn't believe that I got engaged.

Are we even going to that farmhouse now, Ady?

Most definitely. I have a lot of plans for you there. Before that, I want to make a quick conference call.

To who?

You'll see.

The video calling app came up on his phone.

Hello, everyone.

That everyone was actually everyone. There were Ady's parents, mine, Ady's band, Ravi and who was that on the last thumbnail?

Oh my god! Sam's parents.

Yeah. I kind of met them last week. I felt like they should know. I want all of you, the whole package.

Ady! I didn't want to cry in this happy moment but you're making me.

Shh..later. Wave to everyone. Hello, everyone.

I swallowed my emotion and waved. I displayed my ring-bearing finger to all. The entire clan uproared and congratulated us. All three sets of parents were smiling. I was overcome with happiness. We talked and said goodbye to all. I stood watching my fiancé and hugged him to his bones.

Thank you, Ady. For everything.

You are welcome, my future wife.

We stood hugging for a while.

So... that outdoor kink you talked about before. Was that just a reference or...?

You are unbelievable.

Yeah, I kind of am.

That leaves me at what?

What?

The Unexpected. The unexpected who's gonna tick that off with you.

No way.. you serious?

I walked away into the field further, toward a lone tree.

You coming?

Anywhere with you, señorita.

Him: Holy Smokes!

How did time fly by so fast? It has been one year to this day, that I first met Adithya Mohan, my special 7B. One year of ups and downs, fights and laughter, wordplay and other play, happy tears, and sad tears too. It was a big day today. Aditya wed Adithya this morning. It was also what seemed like the longest day of my life. My jaws were killing me from all the bajillion times I smiled to the guests and my eyes were red from all the lack of sleep.

Oh god! My beard smells like burnt wood from the ceremony.

She bore her stare into me. Her situation was worse. All the things I endured, she did too and did so wearing her equal weight in clothes and accessories. As soon as we got back home, she began disengaging from her ensemble with a newfound vigor. I only secretly wished that vigor stayed through the night (I am unbelievable, I know). I have been watching her take out a truckload of bobby pins from her hairdo for the past 20 mins, trying to untie the strands and go back to her comfort, my favorite messy bun. That was how I first saw her and fell in love.

How much longer, senorita?

Whoever said brides can't get married in sweats and a messy bun, should be charged with IPC 509.

I laughed out loud at her legal reference even at a time like this.

I would have married you in sweats and a messy bun, sweetie. Actually, even those are unnecessary.

My innuendo was lost on her as she fought all the pins double-handedly.

Oh my god! Just shave my head now!

My extraordinarily frustrated woman just gave up and fell into the bed. I pitied her and started removing the pins one by one at a steady pace. She was free and her face displayed relief. I sat her up and removed accessories worth a ton of weight. My poor wife! I could sympathize with all the women out there. I used some wipes and cleaned up her face. Only then, she showed me her smile.

Phew! Thank you so much.

Well, you married me today. This is the least I could do.

If today is a preview of our life ahead, I am deeply tired already.

We can change that. We could make tonight a preview of our life ahead.

I winked at her. She laughed freely.

Leave it to my husband to make a crude remark and feel proud about it.

Of course I am proud of myself. I landed you.

Well put, Ady Dheenan. You earned yourself some action later. But, before that, we need to talk.

Uh oh! Am I in trouble? What did I do now?

She disappeared into the closet and left me lying on the bed for a whole ten minutes. She came back wearing her PJs. All the wedding glitter had been boxed-up and she was my 7B again. She crept into the bed and relaxed, one leg hooked over mine. An inexplicable feeling spread through my heart - this was home. No, she was my home. She was still unusually silent.

Are you alright,  sweetie?

Again,  nothing from her.

Is anything bothering you? Did I mess up anything?

No. You did good.

Then, why are you quiet?

She placed her palm my chest and rested her chin on top of it. Our eyes met and I observed a hint of a sheen. I pulled her up and hugged her tight. I kind of sensed what was going through her mind. My woman was finally MY woman and that was new to her.

I know what you're thinking.

I doubt it.

Sam.

She rose and looked at me. Unable to stop, she cried into my chest. I held her like she was physically fragile.

That's okay. Cry it out.

Few minutes passed and her sniffs faded. I waited for her to speak.

How did you know?

I just know you.

I feel overwhelmed right now.

It's fine. You'll be okay.

Today felt like I had finally let him go, Ady. Before the ceremony began, when I sat beside you, I realized I was going to be your wife in a few minutes. To me, that also meant I was done being Sam's widow. It was as if a shroud was lifted off of me. It felt restless at first because I was officially about to give him and myself closure. I turned to look at you. Your face was so peaceful and filled with content as if you were where you should be and doing what you wanted. I drew that vibe from you and let go of that last shred of my past. I thought I would cry when you tied the knot but no. It felt extremely right and it was the happiest moment of my life.

Whoa!

Yeah! Thank you for being my knight in shining armor, husband.

You're most welcome, wife. You know you can lean on me whenever you want the strength.  I am going to be doing that too. It is not a power play between us. We'll draw our strengths from each other. When I have 90, it's okay for you to give me only 10. When I am 20, I will need 80 from you.

Wow! How are you so wise at this age?

My wife taught me. She is older than me, you know?

This smart mouth...this smart mouth deserves to get lucky.

God, FINALLY! Lezzzgo!

Thank you for reading Inexplicable - Ady and Adithya's story! I completely enjoyed creating it. Although I wanted it to be close to reality, a little larger-than-life is what we want from romance fiction, isn't it? I hope you enjoyed reading it too.

Until next time ❤