Chapter 19: chapter 19

Rakshita stood astounded looking at the bicycle in front of her at the back yard. Rakesh winked at her and gave a sheepish grin and asked Rakshita what she expected. She nodded her head and said that she didn't expect anything, but bicycle was out of her expectations anyway. He asked whether she would ride it and she already got up on the ladybird cycle. This felt childish but still felt happy. They both started riding and Rakesh took her to one of the trials. The trial was lowly lit and Rakesh explained that since these trials were within their boundary when they purchased this land, his father always took good care of the ecology. After what felt like more than half an hour, Rakesh asked her to stop the bicycle and got down. They walked a few steps and he moved the tall grasses, which gave opening to a small pond with beautiful lotuses blooming on it. The place felt surreal and like a picture out of some scenery paintings. She was awestruck by its beauty. Beside the pond, a beautifully decorated table with candle lights were set. It was a full moon night and the moon was huge with slight golden glow. He guided her to the table. Drew the chair for her and they both sat down. He apologized for not able to prepare many dishes as the time was less. But what he had done, appeared like a feast. She smiled at him and asked whether this was that unfinished business he mentioned this noon. He smiled sheepishly at her and served her the food. She gazed at him, watching his every move, wondering how graceful and manly he is at the same time. They both ate at peace as their ride took their energy. Cool breeze blew, with grasses tossing to its blow, making Rakshita feel as if it is a fantasy. Once they completed the dinner. There was a small clearing on the other side of the pond. He went to gather sticks for litting bonfire. He lit the fire and both sat on either side. Only the glowing moon and glittering stars were witnessing their ecstasy. They lay down watching stars and Rakshita had no idea when she slept. When she woke up, the soft morning glow of sun greeted her through the curtains. She smiled softly and suddenly she remembered that she fell asleep near the bonfire but how come she is waking up in her room. She slowly went to each room slowly but there was no trace of Rakesh. So decided to freshen up and go down. Once she got ready, she came out and went down, finding only Nikita in the living room. She greeted her with a happy smile and took her to the dining hall stating that she was waiting to have breakfast with her. They both ate at peace, Rakshita asked were Rakesh is and Nikita told that they had got a sudden meeting and so all three of them had left to their office. Rakshita nodded her head. Nikita asked whether it's okay if they both go for some shopping and sight seeing as Rakesh felt guilty for not able to spend time with her. Rakshita wondered about yesterday night and thought how he did things for her and smiled lightly. She told Nikita that she needs to change her dress and went up.She got dressed, took and clutch and mobile. Suddenly she had an urge to call Rakesh but she didn't, as Nikita told that they would in the meeting. So instead she texted him, thanking him for yesterday's dinner and apologized for sleeping and giving him trouble in bringing her back. Then she went down and joined Nikita for her fun day.