Shreya--
Tanmay and I were sitting in my small balcony garden. He's so annoying. It's always been like this from our childhood. Always tease me. Now, he's so thrilled, calling me Disney Princess. But I don't mind much. We have this familiar friendly thing between us.
Tanmay- So tell me what's happening?
Shreya - For me it's very obvious thing. They want me to find suitable partner, and settled in life so their final responsibility finally complete.
(I looked at tanmay with uneasiness in my gesture, I sat properly again. Well, it's not about telling him what I feel but I don't like this set up. I rubbed my recently applied patch under my golden watch. Well I can't wear my sport wrist band. Don't go with suit. In morning I thought it's ok I will not go to badminton court to play. But couldn't stop myself, and I got slight injured on my ankle and wrist.)
Tanmay - I didn't asked about them. Are you into this ? I mean arranged marriage, why didn't you find yourself ? And stop rubbing on that patch, you're hurting yourself more. It's good you kept on playing badminton even after you got injuries often.
I never thought tanmay will notice this. But I forgot he's so detail oriented. Nothing escapes his eyes.
Shreya- As you can't give up on your nit-picking hobby how can I give up on badminton... You still play ?
Tanmay- Nice topic change... ( He's face got sad and I don't like it) Nowadays I just survive. Not everyone have happening life like you.
Shreya- My life is ordinary. It would've been better If I am not stressed with this "find husband soon" mission.
We laughed , it's always been like this. In past when we played together or working on some science or sports project. We kinda got each other's mind.
Tanmay - My long story short. Otherwise you will smash my head with something, if I tell you whole story. We broke up. One year and about six months from now, I got depressed in between, on pills for one year, then I got stable from past few months( according to doc and family as I eat well and sleep anyhow) , focus more on work, healthy lifestyle and now mom wants me to get married ASAP.... She thinks it can solve whole problem.
( Tanmay after telling this much seated relax in chair. One thing is very noticeable. Shine of his personality is gone. No he's still handsome - according to normal criteria and my sister and mom find him handsome ( not me...I have seen him from childhood when we're 5. And I know this guy got girlfriend in 8th std. He had crush on her when we were in 7th. He was so lover boy... Not kinda man I fall for. Got no self-preservation, I told him that time, it's not time for love, you're under age. Stop labelling and focus on studies ( although he was good, so it didn't get much affected) he told me that they will get official after 12th std, as they were under age they were special friends. It sounded so cringe. I distanced myself from him in 10th std. We didn't meet after that. So yes. He's more of mature. But looked broken. Also he's smile, it's forced-like some people wants to hide what they feel, through smile.)
( I just took my pillow and handed him one to sit or use for headrest as this is going to be long, even though people are waiting outside. Btw They won't mind our long conversation. It's considered friends reunion. For us atleast.
Tanmay took it and smiled said " thankyou"
Shreya - Tanmay you know basically you should be banned in this arranged marriage market, you know this well. That relationship was so long. Even if you choose someone,you can't be trusted. What if you rebound and you might return to ex.
Tanmay- I know exactly. But I was just curious to meet you. Can't a depressed person meet his old friend in hard time? ( He made cute face with joining his palms as if begging)
Shreya - Oh come on ... Stop doing drama. You're responsible for that.. I had seen it coming from ages ago and told you also...you never believed. (Oh, I just...crossed the line I put my hand on my extra running mouth)
Tanmay looked at me with slight shock and then quickly got normal, and smiled.
Tanmay- Every good friend of mine, indicated me that. But I am labelled fool. I accept. Btw Shreya you hate me or what? You're intentionally rude to your old friend.
I nodded. Yes he is. Fool.
Shreya - I hate fools. And self destroying lovers. I hate them. Not specifically you.
Tanmay -Enough with mine. Tell me your story. Princess.
Shreya- First, stop calling me that.
Tanmay - ok ...ok ..I will tell you good girl then.
My face got red. Anger is clearly visible.I literally hate that word.
Tanmay - ok... sorry. ( He noticed I got upset too much) Ok should I touch your feet so I can get your apology...he almost bent ...and I just dodged his hand away. Crazy. See he's fool.
Shreya - Don't you dare. I will really punch your face.
Tanmay - Drink water then.
I took the glass and drink whole.
Shreya- when will you grow up...huh...spoiled my mood totally. ...( Then I took deep breath) ...
Tanmay - so why you're not finding yourself a partner!?
Shreya - it's not about I don't want to find myself. But I found myself lazy and other things too. Heavy trust issues. Couldn't find anyone who's decent enough to understand life, responsibility, emotions, basic sense etc.
Tanmay- that's right. Hard to find.
( He averted his gaze outside balcony as if looking at something - but he's definitely thinking about...)
Shreya -Ok then Mr. Tanmay, nothing more to talk about...nice meeting you.(Yes, we are definitely not a match in any lifetime, and I can't waste my time anymore. I am tired. Too much socializing for a day. I was about to get up and walk outside my room, )
Tanmay- so what's next ? You got plan ?
(I seated in my chair again..This guy..God..)
Shreaya- what plan, I am planning to run from my house and leave the country....
(Ridiculous. Plans.)
We both laughed loud. I am sure if anyone cross by my room right now, they will think that they can marry us today only. So happy. Huh...
Tanmay- Girl,for running from house if you wanted to you have done that ages ago.
(He's right. But why we are discussing. I am getting impatient.)
Shreya- so what ? You have advice?
And Tanmay let me repeat don't you dare to marry someone without sincerity, I will definitely meddle.
Tanmay- Don't worry. I still have basic awareness. Will not bind anyone to lie. I am not that type of unkind person. But you noticed We both stuck in kinda same situation? What about us getting out of it together... ( He take out his one hand towards me for handshake )
Shreya -Tanmay, what exactly you're planning...you smart fool ...( I put my hand in his for handshake even without knowing what he's upto exactly)
Tanmay - Tell me you're plan of run to out of country is true ?( He asked with serious attitude)
Shreya - It will take time...I need atleast two years experience in this same company...
Tanmay- What if we do agreement for two years?
( Huh, my eyes are wide open and I was just arranging exactly what's he's upto)
Shreya - is this a joke ?
Tanmay- Don't you need freedom Shreya ?