Obsessive Flames of Love

Tanvi sat inside her house and began thinking about what her mother said earlier. “I know how much you wanted to hear about me getting married, mom.” She muttered holding onto the pillow.

“This time I won’t hide from it.” She promised to herself.

“Either way, I couldn’t escape from it forever. Why not now?” Glanced at their family picture, “If this was the price to pay to make you happy, then I’m willing to do it.”

“I’ll try with my all to fix my marriage as soon as possible.” Her eyes gleamed with the determination to fight her fears.

“Aiyah!” She gasped and hit her head, “I forget to tell you about the conversation with Riaan’s mother.” With that, she dialed her mama.

“Hi, sweetie!! How’re you?” mamma asked.

“Hello, mamma!! I’m good, how’re you and papa?”

“We’re good, sweetie. So any progress with Riaan?” she asked with curiosity.

“Huh! That’s the first thing on your mind?” Tanvi hissed in annoyance.

“Ew… It’s not like that. I’m just… being snoopy.” Her mom adjusted her saree and leaned her head onto the bed.

“Anyhow, I’ve great news,” Tanvi said with a pleased smirk since she didn’t disappoint her mother this time.

“Tell me, what happened?” Her mom asked in an eager tone.

“I spoke with Riaan’s Mother the other day.”

“That’s quite of an improvement,” mamma smiled.

“Uh-huh.”

“What did she say?”

“Sort of asked about the marriage thing.”

“Wow!” Her mom gave a contented gasp.

“So, mamma if he proposed to me about marriage, shall I accept him?” Tanvi asked feeling a little nervous while biting her nails.

“I guess you liked him, and we liked what we saw in his biodata.. so If you want him, then you can accept.” Her mom said in delight.

“Thank you, mamma, Love You soo much!!! Ummahhhh!!! Bye!! Take care!!!!”

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06:30 AM, 5th October

The early morning sun was already well risen with chirping sounds of birds, and the spring grass shone like it had its own gentle glow from within.

The air felt chilly. Though it was late enough for bright light, it was early enough for the streets to be almost deserted when Riaan whipped his coffee and began sipping when his tastebuds danced in joy. “Hmm… yummy.”

Strode to the living room, switched on the television, and sat on the couch fully relaxed with folded legs. While intently watching a movie, his thoughts dozed off to Tanvi.

“From the day mom spoke to her, she’s more joyous and comfortable with me.” Riaan mused.

“Our bond grew stronger.” A decisive smile lingered on his lips.

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07th October

07:00 AM. Landed at the M City airport, Rudra felt relieved with the fresh breeze, a surge of familiarity seeped through his nerves by glancing at the surroundings. On the way to exit, Chetan approached him and put the luggage onto his Bentley.

Hopped into it, he leaned his head on the leather seat, and his tired eyes closed involuntarily. Due to the terrible traffic, it took more time than expected to reach his house.

By the time he reached the door, it was wide open when Rudra became alarmed immediately, and his obsidian-amber eyes rolled across the neighborhood. His brows knitted together, and a frown settled on his icy cold face, then he remembered, “There’s Tamaz car outside.”

He sighed, “Ugh! That rascal is dead now.” With that, he stormed inside the house when Tamaz and Maahir were preparing a feast for him, and the angry expression was replaced with warmth seeing them.

Looking at his tall figure, Tamaz hugged him, “nice to see you, bro.”

“Welcome back, Boss.”

Rudra chuckled in return while Tamaz punched in his stomach, “you stayed for a month over there.”

Maahir gasped at the sudden turn of the event when Rudra hooked his arm around Tamaz neck.

“Oh, really?” Rudra said in sarcasm.

“You aren’t allowed to stay away that long from me,” Tamaz glared at him.

“Okay, okay. Cool down.” Rudra said when Tamaz smirked in satisfaction.

“I’m going to fresh up. You better make it ready before I get down.”

“Okay, Boss.” Maahir nodded with a smile.

“showing his usual bossiness around. Hmmph.” Tamaz said airily.

Rudra grinned aloud, “I’m not left yet. Control your temper.” Tamaz stuck his tongue out and went back to the kitchen.

Checked himself in front of the mirror, adjusted his tie, and set his silky hair. With a pleased nod, Rudra prepared to come out of the room while scrolling through his mobile.

An email from Tanvi piqued him. Glimpses of her cheerfulness, pure soul came to his mind. He longed to see her.

Opened her snap while stepping down, his lips twitched upwards by seeing her innocent expression, which was a rare sight. He was bewildered by his fixation. It was completely unlike him.

Staring intently at her picture, their recent conversations played in front of him when his heartbeat increased rapidly. “You are doing something magical to me, Tanvi. My soul is doing somersaults.” Rudra reckoned with a joyous tone.

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08th October

Shoved open the wooden door, Riaan strode into his bedroom when his mother suddenly showed up, and he jumped from his seat.

“You need anything, mom?”

She shook her head, “how’s it going with Tanvi?”

“Um… Yeah, we’re good.” Riaan said a little startled by the unexpected question while nodding.

Glancing at the mini calendar beside the bed, “Hmm… You’re in contact with her from many days, I guess.”

“Ahem… yes more than a month.”

“How long you’re going to prolong this without letting her know?” She asked in a deep voice when he was puzzled.

“I’ll inform you after I proposed to her.” He was perplexed by gazing at her stern expression. She nodded and left while giving chills down Riaan’s spine.

…

“When should I propose to her?” Stood at the window, he pondered when a smile spread across his lips with her imagination.

“There’s no point in delaying it further.” Biting his lips, “you’re a good match to me, Tanvi. The more I got to know about you, the harder I’m falling for you.”

He began walking restlessly while thinking all sorts of possibilities and decided, “It’s best to propose to her today.”

“Ugh… proposing.” With that thought, his palms began sweating, and his nerves contained to tight muscles.

“I know she also likes me, but still, I’m feeling nervous. Aah! I shouldn’t back off now.” In one decisive move, He made a video call to Tanvi before he could lose his nerve.

“I want to see her excitement while I propose. Though I’m not by her side now, soon I’ll meet her.” Riaan was excited at the very thought when his smile widened, and his eyes glistened.

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