Chapter 21: TWO DAYS LEAVE

NEXT DAY:

Akansha got ready for the office and was about to leave.

Knock.....knock.....Dad.

Open the door. It's me Akansha. Said Akansha knocking the door.

He opened the door and she entered the room.

Good morning, Dad.

Morning, morning. Akansha.

Both of them sat on the bed.

What is the matter Akansha?

Dad. Are you okay? Is your health alright?

Yes, I am fine.

Are you sure? Asked Akansha in a worried tone.

Yes. My caring daughter. I am absolutely fine. Replied his father.

Day after tomorrow is your Wedding Anniversary. So, I am going to organize a party. Said Akansha.

It's okay Akansha. This is not needed. Said his father.

No. Dad. It's my way of making my loved ones happy. So you don't worry about it.

Ok fine, you do whatever you want.

Thank you. Dad. Then, I'll leave for office. Said Akansha and left the house.

I don't know myself, what is happening to me. How will I tell you Akansha. His father thought to himself.

AT THE OFFICE:

Akansha was waiting to meet MD.

MD hasn't arrived yet. I have to ask him to grant me two days leave. Thought Akansha.

Later, MD walked towards her.

Are you waiting for me? Asked Kuldeep (MD).

Yes Sir. I want to ask you something. Replied Akansha.

Okay, come with me. Said Kuldeep and entered his cabin. Akansha followed him.

Now, tell me. What do you want? Asked Kuldeep.

Please grant me two days leave. Sir. I am asking this for my personal reasons. Requested Akansha.

Wait... Let me check. If there is any important work in these two days. Said Kuldeep and opened his green file which was named as "WORK SCHEDULE UPDATES" to check.

Fortunately, there is no work in the coming days. So, you can take two days leave. Said Kuldeep.

Thank you so much. Sir. Said Akansha with a smile on her face.

By the way, what is your reason?

If you don't want tell me, it's okay. I understand. Said Kuldeep.

My parents wedding anniversary is coming day after tomorrow. I am organising a party for them. I have to arrange everything.That is the reason, I asked for leave. Sir.

Okay. Convey my wishes to them. Said Kuldeep.

Sure. I am inviting you for the party. Please do come. Sir.

Thank you for inviting me. Sorry. I can't come. Because I am going to meet some clients on that day.

I understand. Sir. Okay, then. I'll go and continue with my work. Said Akansha and left his cabin.

Thank god. He gave me permission to take leave. Now, I will have enough time to make arrangements. Said Akansha to herself and walked towards her work desk.

She sat and started to work with a smile on her face.

Shreya noticed her smile. Why is she smiling? Thought Shreya.

In fifteen minutes break, Akansha started to invite all her colleagues.

Later, she came to Shreya.

Shreya, I am organising a party for my parents wedding anniversary day after tomorrow. Please do come.

Shreya was shocked. But didn't show it. She nodded her head putting up a half smile on her face.

I don't want to invite her. But what to do, she is also my colleague. I have to. Thought Akansha.

When it was almost time to leave, Akansha stood up. Everyone, please do come for the party. Announced Akansha and left the office.

Akansha reached home. She informed her mom about the party. I have invited my colleagues.

Her mom hugged her, as the tears rolled down her cheeks. She was also smiling.

Akansha wiped her mom's cheeks. Mom. We have so many works to do. It's time to be happy and have some fun. I will be at home for two days as my boss granted me leave.

Akansha, did you ask your father about what I told last night. Asked her mom.

Yes Mom. I did. He is fine. So don't worry. Said Akansha and went to her room.

After getting changed, she sat on her bed and called Abhijeet.

Hello, Abhi. How are you?

I am fine. Replied Abhijeet.

What is the matter? Is everything alright? Asked Abhijeet.

Yes. Everything is alright. I called to invite you for my parents wedding anniversary. Please do come. It is on day after tomorrow. One more thing is that, I am going to introduce you to my parents. Are you happy?

Wow... It is a good news. I am super happy. Okay then let's meet on the party. Said Abhijeet.

Love you Abhi. Said Akansha in a happy tone.

Love you too Akku. Said Abhijeet.

They hung up the call.