This book will be available on Kindle in January 2026. I am uploading only 2–3 chapters here.

Under the beautiful sky filled with twinkling stars, a girl stood on the terrace, waiting for someone. She looked around worriedly and murmured to herself, “Where is he? Nani will get angry if she finds me on the terrace.”

“No one will get angry. After all, you are my fiancée,” a voice came from behind.

She turned instantly, and a soft smile appeared on her face when she saw Raj standing there.

“Why did you call me here?” she asked as she walked toward him.

Raj stepped closer, gently held her hand, and slipped a pair of bangles onto her wrist.
“I’m going to America for two years for higher education,” he said softly. “I’ll miss you.”

Tears welled up in her eyes as the reality of his departure sank in. Two years felt like forever. Raj tightened his hold on her hand and said gently, “Hey, don’t cry. You know this is important for my future. I’ve already talked to Grandpa. Once I return, he’ll arrange our engagement and marriage. I want to make you my wife as soon as possible.”

The girl smiled through her tears and looked at the bangles.
“Thank you,” she said softly. “They’re beautiful.”

After a pause, she added quietly, “I’ll miss you.”

“I’ll miss you too,” Raj replied, looking at her with affection.

The man was Raj, and the girl was Naina. They lived in a village, were neighbors, and had grown up as best friends. Their families had fixed their marriage, and both were happy with the decision. Raj was leaving abroad for two years to study.

Airport

“Abhimanyu!” Raj called out when he spotted his cousin.

Abhimanyu’s father was Raj’s father’s younger brother. He had married against the family’s wishes, so Abhimanyu’s parents had settled in the city. Though the family eventually accepted Abhimanyu, they never truly accepted his mother. When Abhimanyu was twelve, he lost his father. Still, Raj and Abhimanyu remained close, and Raj often visited him with his grandmother. Abhimanyu lived with his mother and grandmother.

“Oh! Finally, you’re here,” Abhimanyu said, hugging him tightly.

“Let’s go,” Raj said, but Abhimanyu stopped him.
“Wait! Sanaya hasn’t arrived yet.”

“So finally, I’m going to meet the girl you have a huge crush on,” Raj teased dramatically.

“Shut up,” Abhimanyu said with a sad smile. “You know she rejected my proposal. She said she sees me only as her best friend.”

“It’s okay,” Raj said encouragingly, patting his back. “Keep trying—as long as she’s single.”

Abhimanyu laughed and then asked, “What about your fiancée? Show me her photo. You said your marriage is fixed.”

“No,” Raj replied. “You’re my future brother-in-law. You should meet her face to face.”

Before he could say more, his phone rang.
“Yes, Naina… I’ve reached. Don’t worry, I’ll eat my lunch. You take care. Bye… love you.”

Abhimanyu smirked. “Wow! She’s already behaving like a wife even before becoming one.”

“That’s why I chose her,” Raj said proudly. “She’s perfect wife material.”

Abhimanyu frowned. “So you’re marrying her because she’s perfect wife material? Don’t you love her?”

Raj thought for a moment and replied, “I’m very comfortable with her. We studied together, were best friends, and I enjoy her company. For me, love is when someone’s presence makes you happy.”

He then asked, “What about you? What is love for you?”

“For me,” Abhimanyu said with a soft smile, “love is friendship. If she’s my best friend, only then can I love her.”

“And for me,” a voice interrupted, “love is doing anything for the person you love.”

They turned to see Sanaya standing there. She hugged Abhimanyu and then extended her hand to Raj.
“Hi! You must be Raj. Finally, I’ve met you.”

“Hi, Sanaya,” Raj replied with a smile.

Abhimanyu checked the time. “Guys, let’s go. It’s check-in time.”

They picked up their bags and said together, “America, we are coming!”

Two Years Later

America

Abhimanyu opened the door to his apartment and froze. Sanaya and Raj were sitting on the sofa, kissing.

They pulled away immediately. Sanaya spoke hesitantly, “Abhi… we—”

“Abhi,” Raj said nervously, “we wanted to tell you for a long time. I know you love Sanaya, and I… I’m sorry.”

Abhimanyu was shocked, heartbroken—but he forced himself to smile.
“It’s okay,” he said, sounding surprisingly calm. “It’s my problem that I love her. I’m happy for you—my brother and my friend.”

He hugged them both and congratulated them.

Then confusion crossed his face. “But what about your fiancée? And Grandpa? You told me he adores her.”

“We’ll manage,” Sanaya said casually. “After marriage, Raj will shift to the city.”

Abhimanyu looked at Raj and understood his fear.

“I should go,” Sanaya said. “The warden will scold me.” She kissed Raj’s cheek and left.

After she left, Raj asked anxiously, “You’re not angry with me, right?”

Abhimanyu shook his head. “I was upset, but I’m not angry. Sanaya is a good girl. I’m happy for you both.”

After a pause, he added quietly, “But I’m worried about Grandpa… and your fiancée. She must be heartbroken.”

Raj sighed deeply. “I never planned to fall in love with Sanaya. It just happened. I love her. I don’t want to lose her.”

Abhimanyu patted his back. “Don’t worry. Everything will be fine. But you must handle this properly—because there’s a girl who’s been waiting for you.”

Raj nodded. “The last time I spoke to her was six or seven months ago. I scolded her for disturbing me. After that, she only texted to ask about my studies and food.”

“I scolded her because I felt guilty,” he added softly.

“You can’t run from this anymore,” Abhimanyu said. “We’re going back next month. Grandma told me they’re preparing for your engagement.”

Raj looked shocked. “What? Why didn’t you tell me?”

“It was supposed to be a surprise,” Abhimanyu said dryly. “And I didn’t know you’d changed your plans.”

“What should I do now?” Raj asked anxiously. “They must have sent invitations to the whole village. I need to talk to Grandpa.”

“Don’t worry,” Abhimanyu said, patting his back again.