Mr. HansH (Ishq Mein Marjawan)
The Situation is Tight

"Hi, Alisah, glad you still remember me."

Still shocked overwhelmingly by what just happened, I automatically nodded.

And that practically made HansH look at me question markingly. "You know him?"

"Oh, did you forget me, man?"

Confused, HansH seemed to think, trying to remember who the man before him was.

"You know each other?" ask me to handle the situation.

Sanjeev shrugged both shoulders, then turned to HansH. "Yeah, I know you, man. But it's not your fault that you forgot me. We met once and it was a long time ago. After all, our meeting was just a quick glimpse."

"Oh, a minute," as fast. I knew I had to save this unfortunate situation. Or else, I alone would be in trouble due to this unexpected encounter. "You...? Don't-don't.. Are you the same Sanjeev that Nandini meant? You saved Parvani from his kidnapping first? Am I right?"

Brother Sanjeev nodded, but his eyes implied irritation towards me.

"Oh, jeez...! Yeah, I remember you," HansH finally said. "You were in a hurry to leave that time, I only caught a glimpse of you."

Again, Brother Sanjeev nodded. "I had an important and urgent need at the time. So, sori, I have to hurry away."

"alright. Forget about that. What matters now is that you have to spend your time with us. We invite you to come with us this afternoon. We had lunch together. Okay, Dude? Please don't refuse."

Ughhhh! Real nice. It's beyond a doubt. Don't tell me you suddenly showed up jealous to see us almost kissing in the middle of this forest.

Oh My God!

Well, not completely used to eating with Sheveni at the same table, now I must be faced with the existence of Kak Sanjeev in the middle of the Mahesvara family, and as if not enough for all this, now I must be faced with the existence of Kak Sanjeev in the middle of the Mahesvara family, my surprise was added to the figure of my best friend, Neha, who was also in this place at the invitation of Kak Sanjeev. I swear to whatever, I'm so tense about this lunch. Whether I'll manage to swallow my food or not, it's very worrisome for me.

When we arrived at the consumption cabin, Parvani and Aunt Heera's faces immediately cheered at Kak Sanjeev's arrival. Gleefully, Parvani calls out her name, she welcomes Kak Sanjeev and as if floating in the air, she runs into the arms of the man who helped her from the criminals who kidnapped her at that time. Sanjeev really is a hero to Parvani.

"Sister, are you here? Geez, I'm so glad we met again" said the youngest as Sanjeev returned his embrace. "Really, this has to happen. Finally, yes, now I can introduce you to all my family members. I'm so happy, brother."

With a dear -- which I firmly believe is real and not just a skit, acting, or sheer pretence, Sanjeev put his hand on Parvani's shoulder. "What are you waiting for then? Come on, introduce me to any of your favorite people."

Before that, Aunt Heera took her first turn to hug Sister Sanjeev. Of course they have met once and have known each other. Aunt Heera was at home when Sanjeev saved Parvani and drove her home. "It's good to see you again, son. You don't know, Aunty also really wants to see you again. Aunt has never forgotten you since our first meeting."

"O yeah, Auntie? Well, I'm so glad to hear that. You're making me feel moved."

"Yeah, you know, this face of yours reminds me of my sister. As if you were my nephew because of the resemblance of your faces."

"Then if Auntie doesn't mind, think of me as Aunt's own niece. I'm so happy for that. Is Aunt ready?"

For God's sake, I'm so happy to see this, brother. Really am. May this happiness not be only for a while. Aami....

"Hey, man, don't you mind sharing your aunt's affection with me?"

HansH smiled a sincere smile. "Of course" he said. "Even my brothers love you. You're a special person to us."

"Hmm, can I hug my sister too?"

Silent. Everyone is dumbfounded. I really didn't expect that question to be posed by Sheveni, and everyone didn't even expect it. She turned to her husband, Vicky, who then nodded, allowing her to hug Kak Sanjeev.

"Since you saved my sister" Sheveni said, "i've considered you my brother. Can I hold me, brother?"

Brother Sanjeev smiled and immediately embraced it. "Of course."

"Well, now introduce me" exclaimed Nandini. "May I also consider you my brother? My name is Nandini."

It is impossible not to smile broadly. Brother Sanjeev's eyes sparkled as he nodded then hugged Nandini. "Of course," he said. "Take me as your brother."

"It's good" HansH interrupted. "So now you have two sisters. Of course, I will also consider you as my brother. And here, introduce. Now they are your brothers-in-law. This is Vicky, Sheveni's husband. And this is Vikram, Nandini's husband."

Sanjeev did not say anything, he just put his shoulders down, smiled, then returned HansH's embrace, then Vicky and then Vikram. He stared intently at me as the short hug went on and I suddenly felt uneasy. Please don't play with this brotherly bond, brother. I'm so happy for you guys....

"By the way," said Nandini teasingly, "Miss of the organizing team, who is she, Brother? Is she your boyfriend?"

Everyone turned to look at Neha, she shook her head, still clumsy from earlier.

"No," said Sanjeev. He pulls Neha into the middle of the family. "He's not my girlfriend. But I've taken her like my own sister. We've known each other since childhood. And you know him, right?"

Everyone smiled at Neha, and Nandini agreed with Kak Sanjeev's words. "He and his team are great event organizers."

"Thank you." Neha smiled happily for the praise, but to me, her gaze was different. He looked at me like the way he looked at Zia. The attachment of his gaze made me uncomfortable and I had to turn away.

A second later, Aunt Heera clapped her hands. "Okay, everybody, the food's ready."

We obediently entered the dining room, all making sounds of approval seeing the buffet dish before us. While we were going around filling our plates, chances are, the tension in my expression was very clearly visible and HansH was well aware of that.

"Come," he asked, we followed the other participants to the sitting room where everyone could relax and enjoy a meal. "Don't think too much, dear," he rebuked.

I'm nodding. "Yes" I said.

But how can it be? My position is currently sitting next to HansH, while Brother Sanjeev takes his place right in front of me and he keeps a close eye on my movements. Oh my....