" Chalein ?" Asked Azael standing in front of Ada as he led out his hand for her to hold .
(Let's go).
Ada comprehended whether to hold his hand or ignore it. She promised herself that she will work on this relationship,atleast for the sake of it.
But after a few incidents in her life,she couldn't bring herself to trust men.
She kindly ignored his hand and stood up. Azael did feel a little bad but he knew things will get better soon.
Sabr ka phal meetha hota hai.
Both the newlyweds walked towards the main house. He led her inside and as soon as they entered Azael's mama Mrs nazim Ali rushed to them. She started gushing over how beautiful they looked together and was telling how good her selection was. She complimented Ada on her dress and that relieved Ada. She understood that her mother in law is a very sweet and excited women and seeing her brought smile to Ada's face.
Azael was happy at how the two important women in his life are getting along well. He went to see his dad. Haya came from the kitchen and ran to Ada and her mama. She looked at Ada and Ada gave a small smile not wanting to be awkward.
" Chalo naasta karte hai beta " said mama as she led her daughter in law to the dining room.
(C'mon let's have breakfast dear).
Azael and his baba were already at the table discussing about business.
They all settled down. Baba at the head of the dining,mama to his right and Azael to his left. Ada settled down with Azael and haya sat with mama.
After a fulfilling breakfast and banter Azael decided to go to work because of some important meeting. Mama did not like that but she told him to come soon because they have reception in the evening.
Ada felt very awkward and out of place. She and haya were best friends but Ada was not allowed to visit any body's place. So this was the first time Ada is in haya's house. She was only allowed to collage and was to be back home as soon as it was over.
When Azael was about to leave he called Ada. She went towards him. He walked outside the main house and stood there waiting for her to come.
She slowly came and stood in front of him.
" Ji " she said looking down.
" Mein office Jaa Raha hun,kya aap yahan theek rahegi?" He asked worried for her. He knew how nervous she gets in front of people. As it's their reception many people will be visiting them and he did not want her to be alone .
(I'm going to office,will you be fine here?).
" Ji"
" Yeh ji ke alawa aur kuch bolegenge aap?" Asked Azael getting irritated at the fact that she is not talking to him.
(Will you say anything other than ji?).
" Ji " said Ada again and that made Azael angry. He was trying his best to make her comfortable and this girl will not even look at him made him angry. He left from there before he'd do something wrong.
Ada looked at his retreating figure. She knew she made him angry but she can't help. She felt very scared around him. Tears filled her eyes.
Mujhe sirf sabko naaraz karna aata hai, pehle baba aur abh yeh.
(I only know how to make people upset,first it was my dad now it's him).
She went inside trying to control herself. When she went to mama who was busy in the kitchen instructing the maids about something .
" Beta,tum aaram karlo. Shaam 6 baje tumhe tayaar karne ke liye log bejthi hu,theek hai?" Asked mama gently to her bahu.
(Dear,you take some rest,at 6 in the evening I'll send people to get your ready for the function okay?).
" Ji mama " said Ada, slowly getting up and leaving from there.
(Yes,mama).
She entered the house and went to his room,their room. She felt so bad at herself for making him angry. She lay on the bed,it smelt like him;like wood and spice. Ada hates such smell but surprisingly now she likes it and it calms her.
She is slowly getting used to him and his presence.
She never knew when she fell asleep crying. Azael came home at 3. He thought that she'd be at the main house. So he didn't disturb anybody and came to his room to get some sleep but was suprised to find his wife sleeping. He went near to her to see the tear stricken face and it did something to his heart.
He pulled the blanket on her and left the room. He slept on the living room couch while thinking about Ada .
He wanted to get to know her,hold her and comfort her but the more he tries the more she goes far away.
.
Sound of the doorbell broke Azael's sleep. He woke up to see haya with some other women along with her.
When asked,haya told that they are here for dressing up Ada for the reception.
Azael excused himself and went to call his wife who is still in deep sleep.
Ada did not have a proper sleep for a long time but today the smell of him lingering around the room made her sleep.
He was very careful about not touching her so he called her name out aloud for some time but no avail. So he very carefully shook her by her shoulders. Ada sat up on the bed scared. She looked around and for a second she got scared.
She turned to look at Azael. She took the dupata and covered her head. She stood up from the bed and moved aside.
" Aapko tayar karne ke liye log aaye hai" said Azael and left from there taking his clothes.
(People are here to help you get ready).
Ada was then made to sit in the dressing table and the women who came did their magic. Haya sat on the bed looking at her bestfriend who she has still not cleared things with her. She knew her friend is definitely hiding something. She wanted to find out but she knew Ada better;Ada likes to be respected for her privacy.
Azael was still not over the way she woke up from her sleep. She looked scared to the core. Azael was now so sure that something is definitely up.
He went outside to attend the guests.
A soft music played, when Ada entered along with haya and mama.
She looked so beautiful and innocent in her dress. The makeup made her look a little alive. She was led to the stage and made to sit near Azael.
Ada's heart beat rose, her palms started sweating, she felt nervous as she felt all eyes on her. She squirmed in her seat. Azael noticed her being nervous but he wanted her to relax on her own.
He slowly moved and whispered in her ears " Darna nahi,mein hu aapke sath" .
(Don't be scared I'm here with you).
Ada looked at him with wide eyes. She wondered how easily he'd read her.
She slowly mumbled sorry.
" Sorry kiske liye?" Asked a curious Azael.
(Why are you sorry?).
" Aapko suba-h naa-raz karne ke-liye " she said fidgeting with her dupata.
(For upsetting you in the morning).
" Hmm " was all Azael said as he stood up to attend the guests who were coming towards them followed by Ada.