This story is part of a novella – A girl was born
Do check out the first and the subsequent chapters – https://firsttimemommy.net/category/a-z-blogging-challenge-2018/
She looked up into his eyes. They were shining with the same truth as they had many years ago. That did it. No one had told her she was beautiful in all these years, not even Nikhil. He was the only person who had found her beautiful and hadn’t shied away in telling her so.
Himanshu was the co-founder of a fintech company in Gurgaon and was visiting Mumbai for a series of meetings. He had married his British colleague who was working with him on the same assignment in London. They had been happy initially, but soon the cultural difference had taken a toll on their marriage. He had wanted to move to India, while she was hesitant of leaving everything behind for him. At the end of it, they both decided they loved their countries and respective cultures more than their marriage. And, so they quit. Himanshu moved back to India and started working in Gurgaon.
He still hadn’t told her why he left her in the first place? But, she didn’t want to. Somehow, it didn’t matter now.
Very soon, though it was more than an hour actually, his phone rang. He picked it up. He had a meeting to attend. He signalled to the waiter to bring the check. With money paid and a handsome tip rewarded, they both stepped out. Thankfully, the rain had stopped.
He hugged her. “This was very short, Tara and insufficient too. I would like to meet you some more. Do you think you can take out some time and meet me again?” His words were sincere.
She nodded, “When?”
“Tonight, tomorrow…I am in Mumbai for a week. Here, take my card and call me. No pressure though. Take your time.” He said.
After a moment, he quipped, “Don’t take a lot of time though!” It reminded her of the earlier time when he had said the exact same words and she couldn’t help but laugh.
I am surprised to shocked. That’s all I can say right now.. I should think this on Tara’s perspective and will come back to comment once more. Suspense killing me anshu.S is six sigma https://syncwithdeep.wordpress.com/2018/04/21/s-six-sigma-blogchattera2z-atozchallenge-atoz/?preview=true
What an idiot she is and how smooth he is!! I am surprised she gave him so much fo her time and emotions even now after everything! Why do we women do this to ourselves? Please shake her up Anshu – I so badly want to 😉
Shalini, I agree with you. She is behaving like a fuzzy brained teenager. She has forgotten about her husband, her daughter and herself. Women invite troubles on themselves with their weak will.
Where is today’s post, Shalini! Can’t seem to find it!!
Just posting it – I got too busy with other stuff 🙂 Thank you for asking- happy to know its being missed! 😉
Of course it is, have no doubt! 🙂
Hmm.. I want to know why he left her in first place.. though it doesn’t matter to her. I think Tara will meet him.
Yes, isn’t it surprising how it doesn’t matter to her now why he left her, just because she is meeting him again. Wait for Monday, things are heating up!
Waiting desperately
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Very interesting. I am hooked. Really want to know what happens. Great suspense!
Thanks Ashwini! Yes, it is getting interesting now!! 🙂
Neethu, she has forgotten everything. The way he behaved with her. I guess time has made her forget how horrible he had been to her. She is just happy in the knowledge that she has met him again. Pitiable creature!
I agree with you, her life is so boring and she is also never happy! She needs some jhatka in her life!! 🙂 😉
She is letting herself slip, but I bet she would realize before it’s too late.
Yes, I hope so too, Priya! Women are weak willed but can be strong too when they want.
Ha ha, pinch!! I like that 🙂
I didn’t know you despised Himanshu so much… let Tara relive her past a little. At the age of 40+, when there is not much magic in life, women sometimes tend to seek adventure elsewhere. Also, Himanshu has always been a sore point with Tara.
Its ok to meet your ex but this may lead to something thats not good. I bet she will not tear away the card. But that meeting may set her free from this baggage forever. Lets see
I agree, she needs to be free from the past ghost!
I hope she does not make wrong choices. Fingers crossed
I hope so too, or if she does, she saves herself in time! 🙂
Oh boy, she is falling for him again. Loved how you connected the past with present in the last line…
Thanks so much, Meha! Where is your post?? I have been checking everyday since ‘On the high’.
Hey ! Yes, I have been away. Travel, then a sick child. Lets see if I can catch up.
Oh, sorry to hear about that, the sick child, not the travel of course. 😉 Hope the child is better now. You still have one weekend, I am sure you will, dear!
Somebody, pl wake up Tara from her “Himashu” spell. She is acting like a puppet at the hands of the cheater. Thats not done Anshu. Pl let Tara stand firm on ground and show Himanshu the door.
I agree Anagha! Tara is behaving so out of character!! I hope she realizes this soon, before something really terrible happens.
You are so brave, writing a story online where people can read it before you’ve finished the story. Well done! S is for Stress and how it helps Improve your life, Improve your mind.
Shirley, I never thought this way. Interesting is your point of view. I just started writing this story for AtoZ challenge, never knew it would keep readers hooked. 🙂 Thanks so much.