Chapter 350

She never realized that her brother's visit would influence her life this much. He had visited her many times before and it didn't matter. But the last visit and this one had an impact on her. More than anything the last few weeks had changed the way she looked at her own life. Pryag was back in her life and Kathy was becoming a part of her family. Pryag played a major role in her decisions whether it may be personal or work-related. Her feelings towards him had intensified as her doubts had dissipated like the dark clouds in the sky. She liked Akshar very much. He was the guy to hang out with and party with and maybe even to have a crush on. But to spend the rest of her life, Akshar was someone that did not seem to fit her album of marriage. She knew things had gone a little more than that she had wanted to with Akshar. She probably would have just preferred to stop everything with just a couple of dates. But somehow he was charming enough to entice her for many dates and with more than a first kiss. She knew he was absolutely charming and she fell for it. What attracted her to him the most was the fact that he was attracted to her both by her charm and her intelligence. And to top it all he had proven to be a gentleman. As a matter of respect, she felt that she should not lead him on to anything as she had almost made up her mind about the fact that she would prefer Pryag to spend the rest of her life with. She decided that she should gently let him down and explain it to him that this was not going to go anywhere and she was just going out with him as she was trying to get over Pryag. But now that he is back in the picture she didn’t want to lead Akshar on into thinking something more could happen between them.

The more she thought about it she felt that she should not delay this meeting anymore that she has. She looked at her schedule and she was all booked and was very busy till Thursday. Friday seemed to a good day but she was spending the evening with Pryag and her family. Pryag had also yesterday that if she feels suffocated that the two of them can take a break from the family time and go out for a quiet dinner or so. She very much appreciated his thoughtfulness and turned it down by saying that she was actually enjoying her time with his family. It was very true and lately it had been the best way to relax and enjoy her free time. She had not been to any parties or events; not even dinners. Rather spent her time with his family. She picked up the phone and called Pryag. In just a couple of rings he picked it up. She said, “Pryag. Something has come up. I don’t think I will be able to make it for this Friday’s dinner. I am definitely going to miss all the fun. But before I commit to anything I wanted to make sure if you are okay with it.” Pryag replied, “Hey! You do what you have to do. You definitely don’t need my permission even if we were married. But you will be missed. We are definitely going to miss a hand in our deck of cards. My dad is not as good as you are. Let me see if I can find someone to replace you. I am pretty sure that is impossible. You are one of a kind. “Diya said, ”Thank you. I am going to miss all the fun too. But this is something I have been postponing for too long. I have to finish up certain things.” Pryag asked, “Diya. …” He paused for a few seconds and said, “If you need anything…. Anything at all, call me. My cell will be on at all times and will be with me. “ She sensed a concern in his voice and said, “Don’t worry Pryag. I am not in any kind of trouble. I have to do this for a friend. You know me very well so I think you will understand.” Pryag said, “I feel better now. As I said, you can call me anytime. Take care.” Diya said, “You are wonderful. I really love you for that.” Pryag replied, “Thank you. I can say I love you too but it probably won’t mean what you meant. So I will leave it at that. Take care” and he hung up. Diya wanted to say something in response to that, something like that she indeed meant what he means and they won’t be just words but as he hung up before she could say anything she decided that it would be best if she discussed this when she gets back after talking to Akshar.