Chapter 23: A SURPRISE

AT ABHIJEET's HOUSE

Raj, Are you free now? Asked Abhijeet.

Yes. I am. Replied Raj.

I am going out for shopping to buy clothes for myself. Are you willing to come with me?

Of course. I want to. Actually.

Ok then let's go. Said Abhijeet and both of them stepped out of the house.

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SINK IN COLLECTION

Hey Akku, look at this dress.... You will definitely look pretty, if you wear this dress tomorrow. Said Dipika in a excited tone, holding a dress.

Akansha placed her hand on her chin, thinking whether to buy it or not.

What do you think? Will Abhi like it? Asked Akansha.

He will loved it. I guess. So buy it. Said Dipika and gave the dress to her.

Akansha grabbed it and held it in front of showroom mirror to look for herself and then decided to buy the dress.

Later they bought everything they wanted and was about to leave.

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Here, Raj. This is for you. Said Abhijeet and showed a shirt to him.

This is not needed. It will cost a lot. I'll buy for myself. Said Raj in a worried tone.

It's nothing. It is a gift from me . Please accept it.

Okay fine. I'll accept. Replied Raj.

They both were standing at the billing counter.

Raj phone rang.....

He picked it up.

Hello Raj... Said a voice.

Hello Dad.... Is that you? Asked Raj.

Hello, hello... I can't hear you..

Said Raj.

Abhi... I am not getting signal in my phone. I think it's my Dad. I'll step out and talk. Said Raj and left.

Abhijeet nodded.

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Sorry ma'am, the lift is under renovation. Please use the stairs. Said a woman who was standing near the lift.

Akansha sighed and went down using the stairs.

When they were in the 2nd floor,

He looks like Abhi? Akku... Said Dipika and pointed a finger towards a person who was standing at the billing counter.

It's Abhijeet only. Said Akansha and walked towards him.

Hi. Abhi... Said Akansha

Hey... Akku. What a surprise? What are you doing?

I came here for shopping. Abhi. What about you?

Same here. I thought, I will only see you tomorrow. Said Abhijeet and touched her cheeks.

Dipika wantedly coughed in front of them, in order to stop them.

They came back to their senses.

Did you come by yourself? Asked Akansha.

No. I came with my friend. Raj. Replied Abhijeet.

Where is he? Then. Asked Akansha.

He stepped out to attend his call. Said Abhijeet.

Wait. He'll come. I introduce you. Said Abhijeet , followed by Akansha nodding her head.

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Meanwhile in the phone.....

Hello Raj.

Hello Dad.... How are you?

I am fine.... What about you?

I am super good. Replied Raj.

I am coming tomorrow. Said his father.

Really...Dad. I am so excited. After all, I am meeting you after a long time. Said Raj.

Tomorrow there is an anniversary party at my friend's house. He invited me and also asked me to come with you. Said Akhilesh (Raj's father).

What will I do at your friend's anniversary party. It will be boring. Said Raj in a uninterested tone.

Don't say that. When someone invites, we should value and attend it. One more thing, I have a surprise for you. Said Akhilesh.

Okay fine. I'll go with you. Tell me what is the surprise? Asked Raj.

I won't. Surprises shouldn't be told, before the time. Just wait, till tomorrow. Replied Akhilesh.

Okay Dad. See you tomorrow.

They hung up.

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Then, he joined Abhijeet who was standing near the counter.

You should have come earlier. Buddy. Said Abhijeet.

Why? What happen? Asked Raj.

Nothing much. I saw my girlfriend here and she was talking to me till the last second, before you arrived. Said Abhijeet.

Then, where is she now? Asked Raj.

She got a call from her mom. So, she left.

Okay leave. You tell me, did you get the signal. Asked Abhijeet.

Yes I got. My Dad is coming tomorrow and he wants me to attend a party with him. Answered Raj.

Oh... Sounds great. You should go.

I will. Said Raj.

Ok then. Come let's go. It's getting late. Said Abhijeet and later, they left the shop.