chapter 37

Thulir's POV "I don't want to see that fruit box return home full, Malar. Alar, make certain your akka eats it instead of throwing it away in the dustbin."I said While I was braiding Alar's hair, she had thick, long hair, which reminded me of braiding Thalir's hair. She also has long and thick hair. I think it might be a trait of the younger ones; that's probably why."I do eat them, Amma. I don't throw them in the dustbin at all. Alar lied to you. "Malar shouted while eating that eventually made her cough.....I shook my head in disbelief and rushed to her and made her drink water and patted her back......."Your class teacher informed me that she witnessed you discarding fruits in the dustbin. Please stop blaming Alar for your actions. Alar never lies, and I would appreciate it if you could also be like that "I said to her and moved back to pack their lunch bag..."Did you both packed your homework notes?""Yessss maaaa"came unison voice "Fine, Did I signed your diaries?""Yesssss"Malar shouted and about to get down without finishing her food..."Malar eat that final bite who will eat that huh?""You"She shrugged her shoulder making me sign and stare at her...."I won't, and I dare you to step down before the plate is empty..."I spoke sternly this time, and although she pouted, it had no effect on me. She sighed and looked around. Just then, Agathiyan arrived, took a seat, and helped himself to four idlis. Malar quickly transferred all the remaining food from her plate to his and then presented her empty plate to me."It's empty now, Amma. I'm leaving now as I'm getting late. "She got down and hurried to the kitchen. Agathiyan certainly didn't expect that because the leftover Malar leaves were always saved for me until I had eaten. Today, however, they were given to him before he could inquire further. I moved away to prepare them, as their school bus would arrive in a few minutes. He mentioned he had other work and wouldn't be taking the school route, so he couldn't drop them off at school today.Even if he is the one dropping them off at school every morning, except on weekends, it's always hectic. No matter how early I wake up or get the two ready, it inevitably comes down to the last minute before the bus arrives or Agathiyan rushes to Commissioner office.....Yeah ACP sir is Commissioner after all he have huge responsibilities and heavy workload and presure.....still he does tries to make some time for our daughters mostly even more rarely for me......Okay Understandable ....I acknowledge that I was feeling gloomy and angry, ruminating over every mistake and the blame he cast upon me over the years, all in a single day. It left me unable to sleep peacefully throughout the night. However, this doesn't mean I can halt time and remain angry at everyone until they notice a change in me and attempt to console me. Such behavior might initially seem amusing, but now it feels rather childish. Although being childish isn't always negative, with my daughter's quarterly exams approaching, indulging in such antics would only add to my stress. Therefore, I've decided to postpone my anger for the next two weeks......I will execute the plan of silent treatment if I remember to do so, or else I will let it go, as I am certain they will give me another reason to be angry at them. When my dear Malar is involved, there is no doubt she will surely bring trouble, just proving that she is my daughter and my genetics are more dominant than his in her case. After seeing the children off on the school bus, I entered the house. He was on a call, so I tidied up the dining table and proceeded to the kitchen to place the dirty dishes in the sink and clean the stove. I plan to start cooking lunch after 11 am. Sometimes, I send lunch with him; other times, he comes home to eat, or I deliver it to him. If he plans to eat out, he informs me before 11, so I only prepare lunch for myself then....I chose to wash it after my bath and breakfast because if I did it now, I'd have to do it again later, and I want to avoid the extra work. After wiping my hands on my nighty, I stepped out of the kitchen. He wasn't in the hall, but I could hear his voice from the garden. Shaking my head, I went into our room and took out another nighty, petticoat, and undergarments from the cupboard. I was about to step into the bathroom when I paused in front of the dressing table to look at myself in the mirror.I placed the clothes from my hands onto the chair and took a clear look at myself. I had stopped dressing up and caring for my skin, yet I maintained my haircare routine, just as I did for my daughters. A few strands of white hair were now visible on my head, and I noticed some weight gain. As I touched my stomach and felt a small pouch, I realized I was getting heavier. It made sense; I spent most of my days sleeping, stayed indoors, and didn't exercise to stay in shape. I am 41 year old and I didn't see the necessity for it. Perhaps, that's why he lost interest in me.Irukumooo.....(May be it is??)I released the clutch, allowing my hair to cascade down. Running my fingers through it to add volume, I gathered it to one side and tucked the stray strands behind my ear. Suddenly, he enveloped me in his strong arms from behind, nuzzling my neck and leaving a trail of kisses on my skin....."What were you Thinking madam??"He mumbled against my skin....I took a deep breath even after all this years his touch have huge effects on me....I don't know he would say the same about me....let's just don't go there...."I'm contemplating how much weight I've gained this month... Could you assist me with that, Commissioner sir?"I questioned him, he glanced up from my shoulder, and our gazes met in the mirror's reflection.....his hold around my hips tightened making me gasp in return..."Of course, and from my investigation, I conclude that you are just fine. You still fit perfectly in my arms, and that's what matters... you are my perfect Theeni."he mumbled in my ears and bit my earlobe......I tilted my head and glanced at him and raised by brows...."Yesterday, you inquired about the last time I referred to you as Theeni... it was just a second ago"I rolled my eyes.."So, to clarify, sir misled your daughters by saying you were too busy to drop them off... Seriously, Agathiya?."I protested and attempted to break free from his grasp, but he was not willing to release me. I glared at him as he simply smiled back at me."what??"I spatted"I didn't just lied about not going in School route""Then??""I took whole day leave""What?? why?""what do you mean by why hun??""The girls aren't at home then why you took leave??""To spend time with my dear wife....anything wrong?""Your sudden concern—is it because of the question I asked you yesterday? Don't worry about it. Please go ahead and save the leave, as I'm planning to go to Chennai during the kids' quarterly leave, and no excuses are allowed; you have to join us. "I had warned him, yet he did not release me. With a sigh, he turned me to face him, his arms still encircling me. He cradled my face in one hand, gently coaxing me to look up at him."I have applied for a week's leave for our trip, and taking a day off today is solely to spend time with my wife, as it has been a while since we had some quality time together. """Agathiya..th.."he placed his  index finger on my lips to stop me from speaking....."No more questions ?""If you really want to spend time with me today then go and wash the dishes while I take bath that's the biggest help I am expecting from me and also you are going to prepare lunch deal ah no deal ah "He raised his brows hearing me..."No deal I would like to help you in taking bath too"with that he lifted me in his arms and entered the bathroom and locked it...Author's NotehmmmHappy Reading 📖📖📖📖Thank you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️