Raizada Mansion:
The house is beautifully decorated and there is a hustle and bustle of guests.
All the workers were moving from one place to another to check the arrangements.
They wanted decorations for this wedding to be perfect and classy. The wedding is of Raizada's youngest son and most eligible bachelor in the world ARNAV SINGH RAIZADA.
Raizada family is famous in India for their company Raizada Constructions which is in the number one position in India.
Although his family is the richest in India also his father wanted him to join his company but Arnav wanted to be a fashion designer. So to pursue his passion and dream Arnav went to London for his studies after completing his secondary education in India.
After graduating from Harvard University. He started AR Fashion House in New York with his savings which he earned during his studies as his studies were sponsored by his family. He wanted to start his company with his earned money.
His father Arshad wanted to offer him help, but he refused saying he wanted to make his place in the outer world through his hard work without any option left. His father agreed with him.
In the span of three years, AR Fashion House became the No. 1 Fashion house in New York and in the top 10 in the world because of his outstanding designs and hard work from the time he settled in New York.
It is the only thing which irks Ratna the most. She wants her one and only son to live with them. Arnav faced a tough time convincing Ratna nevertheless she agreed to his happiness from that time Arnav only came to India to visit them.
Arshad is handling his company with the help of his son-in-law Shyam.
He wanted Arnav to handle his company after him which he started and brought to a high level on his hard work, but he doesn't have the heart to go against his son's wish after all he loves his son so much.
In that busy house, Ratna was pacing back and forth in her room trying to dial someone's number.
"What happened Ratna?" Arshad asked who was observing her for the time being.
"Arshad I am trying chotte's number. His marriage is in three hours and he still hasn't reached India. I accepted his wish of direct marriage without any pre-marriage rituals but that doesn't mean he will reach before an hour. What to do with this boy? " Ratna replied once again trying his number.
"He would have reached if this wedding was out of his will," Arshad said.
"What do you mean to say that I am forcing him into this marriage?" Ratna asked in a stern voice.
Arshad left the room without giving any reply. Twisting her lips against Ratna concentrated on her work.
Arshad meets Shyam coming out of his room.
"I know Dad, Mom and Anjali are doing wrong by forcing Arnav into this marriage" Shyam spoke while walking with him.
"Yes, Shyam. Arnav wouldn't have agreed to this marriage If Ratna and Anjali hadn't pulled that stupid stunt" Arshad said expressing his sadness.
"I just hope some miracle happens to stop this marriage" Arshad spoke.
Shyam nodded, praying silently to make his wish come true.
He doesn't want his brother-in-law to have a loveless marriage.
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Anjali's room:
"Anju chotte's mobile is switched off" Ratna said, coming into her room.
"I think he is in flight. Mom you should get ready, only three hours left for marriage" Anjali said while doing her makeup.
"Yes, Sheetal with her family will reach any time" Ratna left to get ready.
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Gupta house:
A young girl was busy in the kitchen preparing sweets.
"I wish madhumati ji to be alive, Khushi bitiya," said a servant who is helping her at work.
By listening to Madhumati's name tears formed in her eyes but controlling herself she asked.
"Why are you saying that Vimala kaki?" Khushi asked.
"Madam and Sir making you work like servant bitiya. I can't see you like this" Vimala replied.
"They are my bade papa and badi maa. I don't have any problem working for them" Khushi said and continued her work.
Vimala has been working for Guptas for the past twenty years. She observed how Khushi's life changed in the past two years.
Rakesh and Sumitra are Khushi's parents. They died in an accident when she was five years old.
Rakesh was the owner and founder of Gupta Constructions. He worked hard to establish it. Shashi was his elder brother who used to work under him. He was a greedy person.
When Rakesh and Sumitra meet by accident. Shashi takes over the company. He took custody of Khushi so that people would think he was a good person, but he and Garima never cared for Khushi as they were busy enjoying their new lavish life.
Madhumati, the younger sister of Rakesh and Shashi came to live with them after a few months they took custody of Khushi as her husband died.
She used to take care of Khushi and her needs. Khushi becomes attached to her as she knows her before.
Life was beautiful for Khushi although her bade papa and badi maa never cared for her but Madhumati never let her feel low. She used to be there with her when she cried for her parents. Until Madhumati's death. She died two years ago and after her death her life became miserable.
Shashi stopped her studies after her secondary education and made her do household work.
"I just hope god fills your life with happiness" prayed Vimala.
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Sheetal room:
"How can she do this Garima?" Shashi shouted seeing the letter which Sheetal wrote before leaving.
Letter content:
I am sorry Dad I don't want this Marriage. I am leaving to pursue my passion.
Sorry mom and dad.
"I don't know Shashi ji," Garima cried.
"Now What will we do? We have to go to the raizada mansion in half an hour.
What about my reputation in society? What will people think if this marriage doesn't take place?" Shashi was shouting angrily.
"Badi ma I completed preparing sweets," Khushi said, coming into the room.
Shashi got an idea looking at her which can save his reputation in society and also marriage will not stop.
"Garima gave Bride’s dress to Khushi. Today she will sit as a bride in mandap instead of Sheetal" Shashi ordered.
Garima and Khushi looked at him with shock.
"How can you say this Shashi ji? Sheetal should marry Arnav, not Khushi" Garima showed her disinterest.
"Where is Sheetal then? " Shashi asked causing Garima to close her mouth.
"But bade papa... " Khushi was interrupted by Shashi.
"I am not requesting you, Khushi. Get ready for this marriage" Shashi left the room.
Khushi was crying. Garima gave her a bridal dress to wear. She did her make-up and covered her face with a veil so that no one could recognize her.
She was sitting in her room fully ready as a new bride. Vimala came to her.
She heard their talk as she also came with Khushi to inform them about sweets.
"Khushi bitiya" She heard Vimala’s voice.
"Vimala kaki how can bade papa do this with me? " Khushi cried while hugging her.
"Don't worry bitiya. I think god wanted you to escape from this house that's why Sheetal bitiya ran away from her marriage" Vimala said.
"But Kaki How can I marry the person whom Di should marry?" Khushi asked.
"Bitiya Sheetal didn't get married to him. So don't think like that just go with the flow god knows what is best for you" Vimala replied.
Khushi nodded.
"Take care bitiya. I will miss you" Vimala patted her head.
"I will miss you too Kaki" Khushi hugged her.
Vimala left from there before Garima returned.
After a few minutes, guptas with their guests started for the Raizada mansion with Khushi as the REPLACED BRIDE.
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Delhi International Airport:
A man clad in a business suit looking handsome came out of the airport looking for someone. As he spotted his driver Mohan he went towards his car.
Mohan has been their driver working for the last twenty years.
"Namaste Arnav beta" Mohan greeted.
"Namaste Mohan kaka" greeting him. He hopped in the car. Soon the car was on Delhi roads to reach their destination.
After a few minutes, his mobile phone started ringing. It was from Aman.
"Yes Aman reached Delhi safely, and I am on my way for home," Arnav said before Aman questioned him.
"Oh without question you're giving answers not bad Arnav" Aman grinned.
Arnav and Aman are friends from their college days. After graduation, Aman joined with Arnav to start AR. He works as a manager in AR.
"I can predict your question, Aman. Anyways take care of AR. I will be back in three days" Arnav replied.
"Arnav I think you are going for your marriage not someone else you are saying 'I will be back in three days' Enjoy your marriage and take care, because of the deal I am struck here otherwise I would have come with you. I wanted to dance in your marriage" Aman said with sadness.
"Ok, Bye" Arnav hung the call.
By the name of marriage, Arnav remembers the day his mom and sister Blackmailed him to agree to marriage.
Flashback:
It was three months before Arnav came to India to visit his parents.
Shashi and Arshad were business partners. Ratna met Sheetal at a business party. She liked her at the instant her eyes laid on her.
She always wanted her Daughter-in-law to be modern and match their status. She felt Sheetal was a perfect partner for Arnav according to her.
So kept this proposal before Shashi and Garima. They accepted this proposal gladly. Getting ASR as a Son-in-law is not a small thing.
One day she informed Arnav about this proposal.
"What Mom, How can you fix my marriage with a random girl?" Arnav Freaked Out.
"Chotte, she will be perfect for you as a wife" Ratna tried to make him agree.
"No Mom, I don't want this marriage" Straightway Arnav refused.
"Chotte, listen to Mom. She will always think for your betterment" Anjali said.
"No Di. My answer will not change" Arnav refused.
"Ok, then be ready to lose your mom," Ratna said.
"What do you mean Mom? " Arnav asked, confused.
"If you refuse this marriage I will drink this poison" Ratna said, causing Arnav to stand up with shock.
"Mom, What is this? Give it to me" Arnav tried to take poison from her hands.
"No, I gave them my word. If you don't agree I will die" Ratna said stubbornly.
Without having any other option Arnav agreed to marriage.
When Arshad and Shyam came to know about it. They shouted at Ratna and Anjali saying how they forced him into marriage but it was too late. Arnav gave a promise to Ratna.
Flashback ends.
Today he came to fulfill his promise. His thoughts came to a halt by Mohan's voice.
"Baba we reached" Mohan informed.
Nodding at him he came out. Reaching his main door he saw his mom with an angry look.
"What is this chotte? You came now. Your marriage will start in half an hour. All guests reached. You came late then guests to your marriage" Ratna shouted in anger.
"Mom I will get ready in five minutes" Arnav left for his room.
Arshad and Shyam signed in disappointment. They were hoping that Arnav would run away from this marriage.
As they don't like Sheetal. Arshad always wanted his Daughter-in-law to be traditional with modern thoughts.
Sheetal is modern, but she doesn't have any idea about traditions. So he was still hoping that this marriage would stop.
Garima is sitting beside Khushi so that her veil should not drop and talking with relatives who came to see Sheetal.
When Murat's time came, the priest called for the bride and groom.
Arnav clad in sherwani sat in his place without showing any interest. After a few minutes, the priest announced to bring the bride.
All the guests sat around the mandap to witness the wedding.
Garima brought Khushi and helped her to sit beside Arnav.
When Khushi reached mandap. Arnav felt a cold breeze hit him which caused his tensed heart to relax.
Whereas Khushi who was still thinking about Vimala Kaki's words felt a sudden relief sitting beside her unexpected groom.
As if her head was its mind it turned towards the right side to see her groom. She didn't get a proper view due to her veil, but she felt relieved and thought Vimala Kaki's words were right.
Arnav wanted to turn to get a look at his bride, but he saw only a red colour veil.
The priest started their marriage rituals. He asked Anjali to do gathbandhan. She did it while smiling at Arnav. Who maintained his expressionless face.
Priest asked them to take seven vows. After taking seven vows Arnav filled her parting with Verimoli at the time Garima said to lower Khushi's head in her ear so that Arnav would not be able to see her face.
He tied a mangal sutra around her neck. Priest announced them as Husband and Wife.
Ratna and Anjali became happy to get Sheetal as their Daughter-in-law and Sister-in-law.
Shashi and Garima signed in relief.
Arshad and Shyam signed in disappointment that the marriage didn't stop.
Whereas Arnav and Khushi were in their world tracking the reason for their sudden relief.
To be continued........
✍️Keerthana.
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