At her home, Sora somehow dragged her feet to her closet and pulled out a white dress that was purchased by Reyhaan. Her mind started to roam in those memories when he stubbornly did shopping for her. It was the first time Sora thought shopping can be this much interesting. She stood in her daze for a moment.
Sora hold yourself! It is okay to be not okay and you can't force someone to like you. Be strong and smile for him. At least he will be happy in his life with his girl so just bless him for his good life.
In the evening almost before sunset, Sora reached Reyhaan's mansion which is at the heart of the city, after taking some rest. As she was not feeling well she decided to come once sunset. It was hot outside during the day and she has not taken her meals properly for consecutive two days. So she was looking a little pale but still, she did manage to come in her chirpy mood.
Mr. Bob just dropped Sora at the entrance and left. Sora asked him to wait for her once she finished she will call him back for return. When Sora reached the door she saw Krish and Reyhaan were arguing about something.
Reyhaan: "I asked you to tell them in advance, I don't want a delay!"
Krish: "Yes, they assured me it will be on time. Don't worry."
Reyhaan: "What about her pictures? I asked you to put them around!"
Krish: "Yes, it is done and they are covered with satin."
Reyhaan: "Okay, if everything is done then I can't stand here! She can be here anytime to celebrate my special day with her!"
Suddenly the delivery guy came with a box and Krish took it and left with that box in a hurry inside the mansion.
Sora listened to them. She was curious about his childhood friend. So she interrupted in her teasing mode, "Ahem, what is special today Reyhaan?"
When Reyhaan saw in the direction where Sora was standing, he stared at her till his eyes started to sting. The white dress they shopped together was perfectly merged with her slender figure. She had braided her strands and clutch them behind while the remaining hair was left dangling. The red lipgloss gives contrast to her white dress. As usual, her makeup was light which was equal to no makeup!
A cute dimpled smile formed on his face. He was blushing.
Reyhaan: "It is our meeting anniversary! First time when I saw her!" He skipped other parts for now!
Sora: "...."
Reyhaan walked up towards her and took her hand once again. Meeting her gaze he whispered, "You are looking lovely today!"
A gulp passed down her throat, 'See, this is what he always does. Innocently flirt with me and behave as if nothing happened later.' Sora shook her head inwardly. Still, keeping her stance she came here to help him, with a smile she thanked him.
Reyhaan has an urge to hug her but he held himself. He took a breath to calm his anxiousness, "Let's go inside. Please check all the arrangements and let me know if you feel to add something!"
Sora slightly trembled but she does not let Reyhaan see it. She just nodded, "En." Reyhaan smiled and walked with her inside.
When he lead her to his mansion's garden which was huge and a good portion was covered in lavender flowers which were looking like a blanket spread in that area of the garden. It seems they are newly replanted here.
There was a fountain in the middle of the garden and it was arranged with candlelights again just like their beach date. There were many lanterns hung on nearby trees to give them sufficient golden light.
Near lavender flowers, many easels stood nearby at a certain distance from each other like they are placed in some exhibition. It seems his girl's photos are there to surprise her and those are covered so no one can see them. It was just like what she discussed with Rubina in the office lounge!
Sora was in aww that how much he took efforts for his girl. If he can take care of a normal friend like her that much then he can go to any length for her.
Everything was just like on her list! Simple but elegant!
Reyhaan spoke, "We are here! I hope she will like it!"
Sora comes to her senses. She smiled at him and shook her head, "No!"
Reyhaan's face became a little pale, "Why? Do I have to add or change something?" He started to panic.
Sora laughed again, "No need, She will love it! It is awesome Reyhaan! This is so beautiful!"
Reyhaan who felt panicked and anxious now felt relieved as he noticed the light and happiness in her eyes.
Reyhaan looked at her in a daze, "En...If you liked it then she will also like it!"