I Have You - Episode 22: My heartbeat raised! It was like my heart was racing to break the world records!

The next day after Teja's proposal! Like every other day! Vennela was knocking at my door. I opened it for her. She brought me breakfast and asked me to get ready for office. She wasn't acting different and it was good to see her. I was getting ready for office and she asked me, "Did you have dinner last night?". I didn't answer her and was thinking.. whether to lie to her. She understood that I didn't have my dinner. She got angry. She started scolding Teja, "This is all because of him. He is causing inconvenience to you. I don't understand what got into him!". I stopped her. And asked her not to speak about it. I mentioned to her that I am looking for a new place to live. She became sad and she told me that I can do as per my wish. Anshu was calling me. I took the call. She was almost shouting, "Are you okay?". Vennela whispered to me that she told Anshu about what happened yesterday. I answered her saying I was all good and I am planning to vacate the penthouse. She said alright.

I was using my free time to browse and visit new homes. I tried to avoid Teja but he was always there on the premises. For the first time after that proposal, when I met him at the building entrance he said hi to me and smiled as if he did nothing wrong. Still, I tried to avoid him as much as possible. But, Vennela was stuck to me all the time. She was like a protection shield for me from her brother. Time passed by and I didn't even realize it was the new year.

We were assembled at Anshu's home for the new year party. The devil, T E J A was also supposed to be there. He brought the cake and placed it on the table. I was seated there. He went away. I was curious to have a look at our new year cake. So, I unpacked it. It was a chocolate heart-shaped cake and has the words "Happy New Year!". Vennela and Ash were overwhelmed to have a look at it.
It wasn't extra-ordinary! Just the usual cake! I almost shouted, "It isn't that special!".
Anshu said, "But Teja bought it! So it is special!". Vennela agreed with her. I was angry. I asked them to stop the nuisance. Anshu sat on my right and Vennela on left.
Anshu started speaking, "Let's speak about it today! You became a zombie from the time Teja proposed you!".
Vennela added, "You aren't eating well too. You didn't get rejected! You are the one who rejected Teja. Why are you behaving so strange?".
Both of them were looking at me. I don't want to speak about that. Anshu and Vennela forced me to speak about it.
And then I asked Vennela, "Is Teja doing well?".
"Do you really want to hear about him?", She asked me back. I was nodding my head hesitantly. She told me that he is happier than before and is behaving like he succeeded in something. He thinks that I will accept him in the future. I was surprised to learn that. Crazy Teja!
Anshu started speaking, "Poor Anvesh! I thought he will get a great partner like you. My wish is just a dream now!".
"What? Why are you speaking all this stuff? But.! I didn't accept Teja!", I told her.
Anshu's eyes became wide and she asked me, "Did you reject Teja for Anvesh? Do you love Anvesh?".
I answered her immediately with a No. She got disappointed!
She declared,  "Now that Anvesh knows about Teja's interest, he will never think about you. I feel sad for him!". I was surprised to know this. Anvesh already knows.
Vennela started speaking, "The day he got rejected by you, he was speaking to Anvesh about what happened? looked like Anvesh was Teja's cheerleader!".
She turned to me, "Ash! My brother is a good guy. He will be lucky to have you. Think about him!". Anshu interrupted Vennela, "Ash! You already rejected him. Please let me know if you are interested in Anvesh! I will take care of the rest!".
Both of them making recommendations for their brothers. It was really irritating. I asked them to leave me alone. They smiled at each other and left me alone for a few minutes.

I started thinking Teja or Anvesh or someone else. Anvesh is an angel! Teja is a gangster! Mr. Arrogant! Devil! But why was I scolding him? He didn't do anything wrong! Other than trying to snatch away my penthouse! But it's his penthouse! He owns it! And then I remembered the canopy shelter and proposal. My heartbeat raised! It was like my heart was racing to break the world records!


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 21: Will you marry me?

We were visiting a food court after the movie. Teja's and my order arrived first. We were seated. Anvesh called for me and asked me if I need something else to eat. I sighed to him that I want nothing and I smiled. Teja was looking at me and he asked, "You like Anvesh very much! Isn't it?". I answered him immediately, "Yes! Everyone like Anvesh! He is an angel!". He smiled back at me and asked one more question, "Do you love him?". I thought for a moment and answered him, "Noy yet! No..! Maybe! No..! I am interested in Anvesh but there is really nothing between us right now.!". Anvesh was approaching us and I asked Teja not to mention this with Anvesh. Teja Agreed.

Few days passed!
We were having fun with each other. My new group of friends, me and a lot of smiles!

It was a Sunday! May be December 11. I and Vennela came back from shopping. Vennela stopped at her home on the second floor to drop her shopping bags. I reached the penthouse and I felt some lights blinking behind the penthouse. I walked towards the penthouse. Teja was seated there with a laptop on his laps. He saw me and kept his laptop aside.
It was really looking beautiful. I could feel the good smell of freshly painted benches. He hung up some colorful lights on the top and placed some bushes around. The place was dully lit and the blinking lights made it feel like a festival.
I looked at him and said, "Good Work! It is beautiful!". He smiled back at me and asked me to sit. We spoke about our shopping. He said he has something to ask me. He wasn't hesitant. He just wanted my permission. I told him to go ahead and he asked me, "Ash! Will you marry me?". He was smiling. I thought I misheard him or maybe he was joking. I enquired him, "What did you say?". He repeated those words again "You heard it right? Will you marry me?". I was sure that he wasn't joking. I could see his facial expression. He really wants me to answer him. He was looking into my eyes. I bent my head and stood up. He stood up too. I could see that he was dressed well and prepared for this occasion. I didn't want to look at him, so I was looking at the floor and thinking. I could see the image of blinking lights on the floor. He planned to propose me today. I wanted to leave that place but I have to say something before I leave. I said in low voice, "No! No!" and I turned to go back. I saw Vennela standing there. She was speechless and expressionless. I don't know what to say to her. Teja was calling me,"Ash! Ash! Ash!" but I ignored him. I left them there, went inside and locked the door.

This thunder struck me from no where! I never dreamt this to happen! I sat on the sofa. For a few minutes, I couldn't think and I couldn't do anything. I realized that I was shivering and was just sitting with a blank head. I thought to call Anshu but I dropped the plan.

I went to my room, was lying on my bed and was lost into thoughts. Teja was so curious about me and Anvesh. I should never have answered him honestly. He should be liking me from longtime. I was a stranger to him still, he treated me just like Vennela. Why did he do this? Who told him that I will accept him? No one ever discussed this with me! Did I hurt him? I said No! So it is clear he is hurting! Tears rolled on my cheeks for hurting him. I wiped them. I realized that Teja was treating me so good from few days. The person who rarely smiles started smiling at me every time. Greets me cheerfully! The person who is always into his laptop or mobile is actually spending time with me instead of doing that. What to do now? I rejected him! How will I face Vennela? How will I share this with Anshu and Anvesh! Do I have to vacate the penthouse now? Did Teja let me stay here because he was interested in me? I opened my mobile phone and started searching for a new place. I was bound to face Teja in future. I can't escape him. What to do? Will he kick me out of the penthouse?


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 20: Why are you laughing Ash! Don't make fun of my brother!

"Why are you laughing Ash! Don't make fun of my brother!" Vennela shouted.
I replied to her saying, "No! No! I am not making fun of Teja! Let me explain! A few days back, I was teasing Anvesh. I told him that he is treating Teja like his ex-girlfriend. He started laughing like a monkey. Now I know why he laughed so much!". Vennela couldn't understand and she asked to explain more.
"Teja was what? 18 years old when his girlfriend broke up with him!". She nodded her head and I continued, "Many things happened because of that silly breakup. Few years passed and if you look back, it looks so silly. That's why Anvesh laughed so much when I quoted ex-girlfriend. Now that I remember him laughing, I can't control my laughter too." I started laughing again. "Vennela! Also your brother! He said that he lost his two best friends instead of saying his girlfriend broke up with him. He was so embarrassed to say that. You should have seen his face back then.".
Vennela was shocked to hear that, "What! Teja mentioned her as a best friend. This is really funny!". She started laughing too and mentioned to me that he never spoke about that in the last seven years. She also told me that Teja always mentioned Anvesh and me with Vennela. He would always say, "Anvesh and Ash are a tough competition! They are always on the top scorer's list. I will beat them next time". That is how Vennela knew me. I felt good after hearing that and I said, "But he never succeeded in that!". We both smiled at each other.

Like every time! Speak of the devil and.. Teja was calling Vennela. Teja said that he got some movie tickets and asked us to get ready. Teja and Anvesh will pick us up in a few minutes. We got ready and were going down by stairs. I asked Vennela, "Why were my friends teasing you at the wedding?". Vennela answered me, "They don't want Teja to be at the wedding! They were asking me questions like why was Teja there? Didn't he know that Anvesh will be here? They were bothering me. Tears almost came out of my eyes and you showed up!".

I realized something and I said these words to Vennela, "I didn't notice this before but you are as sensitive as Anvesh. Isn't it?". She showed her teeth to me and I continued, "I feel like I am holding time bomb, each in one hand. Anvesh in one and You on other. Anyone can explode at any time. I have to be careful!". We started laughing and by that time, we reached Anvesh and Teja who were waiting for us at the car. Teja saw me laughing and smiled back at me. I smiled back at him and I was looking into his eyes. I don't want to look into his eyes. I escaped his eyes. Teja was wearing a light blue shirt and his sleeves were folded. And that was when I noticed him. He is a good looking guy and also a good person. I was just feeling his wrong version till that day.

Teja was driving and Anvesh was beside him. Vennela and I were seated at the back. I was speaking to Vennela and both Teja and Anvesh were able to hear me.
"Vennela! What does your brother do exactly? He is always roaming around without any work. I wonder how he owns this building and car!".
Teja and Anvesh started laughing after hearing that.
Vennela spoke to me, "Oh! Now I know why you call him a gangster? You think he earned a lot as a gangster! Isn't it?". I said yes to her.
Anvesh started speaking, "Ash! You know! Police are looking for him in Mumbai. So he ran away from there and is living here!". Everyone started laughing. And then Vennela told me that he works from home for some UK based investment company, earns well, invests in stock markets and bought the building on housing loan.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 19: Vennela was curious and I was busy laughing!

She asked me to promise. Promise what? Not to discuss this with Anvesh or Teja. I said ok. She told me only their parents were aware of this and It's better not to discuss it with them.

And this was the real story which happened!
After the results were out. Anvesh found out that Teja didn't qualify in one of the subjects, Teja wasn't taking his calls and wasn't meeting him. So, he decided to meet Teja that day.
And at Teja's home, Teja wasn't leaving out of his room. His mom dad were worried about him. Vennela tried to bring him out every day but it didn't work. After the results were out, they thought that was the reason he was locking himself in. Teja wasn't speaking to anyone. Vennela and Teja's mom were in his room and speaking to Teja. Teja was angry and was shouting "These people have spoiled my life! I don't know how to fix it?". He didn't want to speak.
Anvesh already reached their home and listened to that. He went inside his room and wanted to speak to him, Teja shouted on him too.
"My life is spoiled! I don't want to speak to anyone!".
And then he made all of them leave his room and locked it from inside.
Anvesh left their house. And the next day! Anvesh called Teja many times but Teja didn't take his call. At the end of the day, Teja messaged Anvesh and the message was, "Don't call me again. I don't want to speak to anyone. I am planning to quit college!".
After reading this message Anvesh misunderstood. Anvesh thought that he was responsible for the downfall of Teja. Teja was his best friend and they spent all year together. Anvesh thought that he was the reason for Teja's decision. Because Anvesh was sensitive, he couldn't take the pain from Teja's anger and he tried to give up on his life. Thank God! It wasn't dangerous and Anvesh was admitted to hospital and was getting treatment for his hand fracture.
Teja learned about the incident and visited Anvesh. Their parents let them speak alone and were trying to listen to them from outside. But they both were silent. They sent Vennela inside to make them speak.

Their Conversation was as below...

Vennela: Anvesh! I think you misunderstood Teja!
Teja(Angry and shouting): Yes! You misunderstood!
Vennela sighed Teja to be calm. Anvesh smiled and was listening.
Teja(with calm tone): On the last day of our examination, Shree broke up with me. I couldn't finish the exam because I was angry. I am the reason for my downfall. It's not you!
Vennela and Anvesh were surprised to learn the truth.
Teja: I am sorry for my anger! I shouldn't have caused you this pain.
A tear dropped from Teja's eye. Vennela wasn't clear what to do. Anvesh was embarrassed to speak back to Teja. Teja wiped his eyes and went out. Vennela followed him.

Time passed! Some wrong rumors were spread in the whole college. They were in the same class but in different worlds. Even if they ran into each other, they couldn't speak. Teja didn't quit and they were having a silent competition to reach the top scorer position. Teja was no.3 and Anvesh was no.2. That way, they conveyed the power of their friendship but no one could understand!

Later, Vennela came to know that Teja's girlfriend broke up with him because she found a rich guy and that rich guy forced her to break up with Teja on the last day of examination. The rich guy was jealous of Teja. Vennela doesn't know if Teja knows the truth.

And because of Anshu's wedding, both of them forgot all that and are having fun now.


Vennela patiently conveyed all the story to me. I had no words to respond. Few minutes passed and we were doing some random things like looking into a mobile phone.

I remembered things from the last few days and I started laughing. Vennela was curious and was asking me for the reason. But I was busy laughing.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 18: No one is living at the house on ... It is for ...!

He made me feel good by listening to me. I should listen to his story too. I was also curious about it.

I asked, "Hey Teja! You can speak more about your college life! I will listen!". I smiled at him.

He kept his laptop aside and started his story, "No one asked me about that till today. I think I should speak. Some wrong rumors were spread in college about me. From that time onwards, no one wanted to be friends with me. I lost my two best friends. I became popular as Mr. Arrogant!" He laughed sarcastically.

I asked him, "But I always saw you with people! You were always busy back in graduation class!".

He continued, "All of them! They wanted something from me but not friendship! It was painful in the beginning, even with a lot of people around.. with no real friends! It felt lonely!". He smiled and continued. "Later, Vennela joined our graduation college as junior and she was always bothering me around. So, it got better!". We both smiled at each other thinking about Vennela. He started using his laptop and I went inside.

I was lying on my bed and was thinking about Teja. From last few days, I have been speaking to Teja well. Maybe he isn't the person I pictured him as. Maybe he is a nice person. Maybe I was wrong about him. I listened to the bad versions of Teja from other people but I have been feeling the good version of him. Later, I started treating him as a friend.

On one Sunday! There were no plans and everyone was just relaxing. I finished my breakfast and was watching TV! Vennela started knocking the door and was asking me to open the door as fast as possible. I opened the door. She was carrying some groceries.
"Ash!" She dropped all of it on the floor. "Come on! Let's cook together!". I smiled and we started cooking. We cooked very good looking chicken biryani and were about to start eating. She clicked a picture and was sending it to someone.
I asked her, "Who are you sending it?".
"To Teja!", She replied. "But you and your brother live in the same house!", I told her.
She laughed out and said, "I became your new roommate and Teja became Anvesh's new roommate! No one is living at the house on the second floor. It is for storing furniture!".
I was surprised to learn that fact. But..!
I remembered the words from Divya. Teja and Anvesh were supposed to stay away from each other but, they are spending time together and are having fun. What is all this about?
"Vennela! Do you know what happened between these two people a few years back?" I couldn't hold back anymore. Very curious!
"Hm Yes! Only I am aware! Even Anshu doesn't know what exactly happened!", She said.
"Can I know?", I asked her curiously.
She started thinking and spoke out, "Now that they are both together and having fun, I think we can speak about it.".
She started eating and was praising our work. It really turned out yummy.
"Before sometime! Teja came to me and said he is going to Anvesh's place. I asked him what to do about our lunch. He said that I can just eat anything and he will eat at Anvesh's place. He must be looking at my picture right now and should be feeling bad for leaving behind. Haha. Thanks for the good food Ash!".
I was looking at her with wide eyes, "Can you tell me the story which I asked for?".
She laughed and started narrating.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 17: I know how it feels... to be lonely...

I called my mom and asked her to come and live with me. She said she couldn't do that as my father's health isn't good these days. She was giving useless suggestions like come back home, get married, etc. I ignored those suggestions, disconnected the call and started walking behind the penthouse. I was curious about the renovations Teja was doing.

He installed canopy shelter. It wasn't complete yet. The bench was rough still, I sat on it and started looking at the sky. It was really good. I remembered the days I and Anshu spent in that place. Even if the work is not yet complete, this place really became beautiful. I was thinking about Teja who was planning to surprise his parents with such renovations. I was really curious about what could have happened between Teja and Anvesh but who will clarify.

Speak of the devil and... T E J A was standing in front of me. He saw me, apologized and was going back. He was holding a laptop in one hand and two pillows in the other.
I stopped him saying, "You are the landlord! Anyway, I will go inside now!".
He replied saying, "But you are paying me for this area! I should take your permission to be here. I thought you were at the office, so..".
I interrupted him and told him that it's okay and he can sit there. I stood up and started walking.
He started speaking, "You were doing some thinking before I was here, Isn't it? You can continue. I don't want to interrupt you!". He turned back again. This was going nowhere.
I told him that I will sit on one bench and he can sit on the other without any problem. He accepted, smiled delightfully, sat on the bench with one pillow and gave the other to me. I accepted it.

He started doing something on his laptop and I was totally ignoring him. But he wasn't ignoring me.
He started speaking while typing something on his laptop, "Ash! You look so dull? Why?".
I smiled and said it was nothing. He insisted me to share my thoughts if I want to. He said he will listen and was still typing on his laptop.
I thought, "Okay. Let's pour out!" and I started speaking to him.
"I asked my mom to come and stay with me but she couldn't come!'.
He stopped typing on his laptop, stared into my eyes with interest and asked, "Do you feel alone at the penthouse? Is that the reason you asked your mom to come here?".
That was true but I didn't respond and was just looking at him.
He continued, "You are free to leave the penthouse anytime!".
He is trying to snatch away my penthouse again. He could see those words on my face.
And then he started convincing me, "I am not going to snatch away your penthouse. I was just checking if you are not comfortable here. Is Vennela bothering you? I thought you both were getting along well!".
I replied him saying Vennela is my new roommate and best friend.
He insisted me to let him know if there is an issue and said he will help. We sat there in silence for a few minutes. I was lost into my thoughts.

He started speaking to me again, "I am sorry if you feel like I am bothering you too much but I have to say this to you. I know how it feels... to be lonely... I was alone all those years during graduation! It was painful. I will really help you if you have any problem. Just let me know!."
I was feeling good, I was feeling comfortable and I was curious about what happened back then but I didn't ask him. I smiled and assured him that there is no problem.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 16: What are you? A monster?

Vennela got the job and she was treating me for it. Naturally, others joined us. We visited a food court in a shopping mall for a wide choice. Anshu and Ganesh stopped at a store to do some shopping. Vennela, Anvesh and Teja were looking around the food stalls. I was seated and was relaxing at a table. Teja finished his order and joined me first. A couple along with their little kid sat opposite to our table. That kid was holding a fluffy monster toy. The little kid started staring at Teja and was smiling. Teja looked at him, he ignored the kid and was staring at his useless mobile.

I was determined to teach him a lesson, "Teja! What are you? A monster? Couldn't you respond back to the kid with a smile?". I wasn't speaking to myself. I spoke to T E J A Teja!
He didn't respond to me and was having a blank expression for a few seconds. And then he started laughing out loud.
I insisted him not to laugh like that, the kid may get scared. He looked at the kid and he was still smiling at Teja. Teja waved a hi to him and he started laughing again.
What? Did he get mad? Vennela and Anvesh joined us and Teja was still laughing.
"What happened to you brother? Why are you laughing?", Vennela asked Teja. Anvesh was curious.
Teja started speaking, "She called me a monster!" and he was pointing at me.
Anvesh added to him, "Ash always comes up with suitable names for you!".
"What? There are other names too?", Teja enquired Anvesh. Anvesh was not revealing those names to Teja. Vennela was happy to reveal those for teasing Teja. Teja was still in laughing mode.
He turned to me and was complaining, "Arrogant! Gangster! Monster! You have a good impression of me.".
I smiled at him and countered saying, "You are always trying to snatch away my penthouse and Anvesh!"
Anshu and Ganesh also joined us by that time. Everyone was smiling at me and Anvesh was almost blushing.

We had a good time together!

I was back home and Anshu called me right after she reached. She started teasing me, "My Anvesh! And you both were behaving like future lovers!". We behaved like always. Why is she teasing me? And when did I say My Anvesh? I tried to convince her but it didn't work.

The days were passing by. Vennela became my new roommate. She was spending more time at the penthouse rather than at her home on the second floor. Teja started some renovation works at the penthouse. Eventually! we were running into each other and unlike the other days, he started smiling at me and was greeting me with delight. It was really getting weird around him!

In spite of all these people around me, I started feeling lonely. Maybe because I miss Anshu or maybe because I was living alone at the big penthouse. I was planning to ask my mom to join me here.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 15: Think about Anvesh!

Anvesh and I were helping Vennela to unpack some of her items. Teja was also der. It was fun together. We were doing silly things and were laughing at each other. Teja told to us that he will cook for us. Vennela stopped him and told him that she is bored with his cooking. He shouted on her "It's better to eat food when guests are here! Not grass!". She showed her teeth to him and he left to the kitchen. I whispered to myself "Gangster!".
Vennela asked me, "What did you say? Ash!".
I couldn't hide my happiness to declare him as a gangster, "He looks like a gangster to me! Your brother!".
Vennela and Anvesh started laughing out loud. And were supporting me "Suits him! suits him! Very much accurate!". Vennela mentioned that this name is more suitable than Mr. Arrogant! Teja heard us laughing and came inside the room. We became silent. He sensed something suspicious.
He asked with keen eyes, "What are you people hiding from me?".
Anvesh answered him with nothing and started laughing at him again. Vennela couldn't control and started laughing again. Teja turned to me and asked if I know anything. I answered with a No. Haha! We dispersed after eating Teja's food.

Next-Day! Anshu and Ganesh had different plans, they were out to meet some relatives.  I called Anvesh and we went out for lunch. Anvesh told me that Vennela and Teja were joining Ganesh and Anshu. We finished our lunch still we were seated at the restaurant and we were discussing what to do next. Everyone else was busy, only two of us and we had the whole Sunday ahead of us. We couldn't think of anything interesting, so we left the restaurant. We were walking back to our place and we saw the hoarding for the new comedy movie. We were planning to watch this movie with others but I suggested to watch it early. I started convincing Anvesh saying others left us here and are happily spending time there. Let's watch this movie and tease them with our review! He agreed!
That movie turned out to be very good. We laughed a lot! After the movie, we went to have some ice cream. We were cracking jokes at each other and laughed a lot.

I reached home and I was relaxing. I heard my doorbell ring. I prayed god! My day was so good, It shouldn't be Teja at the door. He heard me! :D It was Vennela.
"We are back!". She smiled, came inside, sat on our sofa and started complaining "I am so tired and it was so boring!".
I got an opportunity to tease them. "Is it? But I had so much fun today!".
She asked curiously, "Ash! Is it? What did you do?".
I was adding spices to my story, "I had buffet lunch at a cuisine. I ate until I couldn't. The food was so yummy! And then I watched the comedy movie!".
She interrupted me saying, "Weren't we planning to watch this movie together!".
I laughed out loud and I continued, "It was great! We laughed so hard that our cheeks hurt. Later, we had chocolate ice cream with lot of nuts and fruits.".
"I should have stayed back!" She said. I laughed out at her.
She asked, "Who else went with you?".
I answered immediately, "Me and Anvesh!".
She asked, "Only Anvesh?".
I answered, "Yes!".
And she started teasing me, "Ooooh! A date with Anvesh?". She became more curious to know about my day.
"No!" I shouted, "It was just a well-spent weekend with a friend!".
"Are you sure?" She asked me, "You have lunch together, you watch a movie and have ice cream later! Only you and Anvesh! And you say its not a date!". She started laughing. I made her stop and sent her back to her home.

Later, Anshu called me and started teasing me without even listening to my spiced up story. Anvesh must have already told her. After teasing me heartfully, she disconnected the call saying "think about Anvesh". Why do I need to think about Anvesh? He is always in my thoughts. We spent the whole day together and it didn't even strike me that it would be called a date. It was so much fun with him. He is our sensitive angel! It would be really good if someone like Anvesh could be my partner. But, before I make any decisions I will have to check how Anvesh feels or thinks about me. Hmm!



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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 14: Is he into mafia? Is he a gangster?

From the next day! After work, I cook dinner and eat. I speak to Anshu and wait for Anvesh's call. He calls me to join him for dinner or to come down. I will find out that Teja and Vennela are with him or he already had dinner at Teja's place. I will tease him and try to get mad at him and then the day ends.

Me, Anvesh, Vennela, Anshu, Ganesh and Teja had a weekend plan together. We went shopping, ate together and played a game. It was fun! All of us together! And the more I see Teja, the more arrogant he gets. He plans to snatch away my penthouse and now he is also trying to snatch away my friend Anvesh. What to do about this? I also wondered how sweet Vennela and arrogant Teja were born as siblings. After that day, Anshu, me and Vennela were a new set of best friends! And I was meeting Vennela and Anvesh almost every day! I also have to mention that Teja just existed.
And that Sunday we were watching movies at Anshu's place and Teja cooked for us. For his arrogance, he cooked quite well.

It was a Friday and the end of October. I started to the office. I saw some box truck parked in front of our building. I asked the security about it. He told me that owners are bringing in their furniture today. I came out and I found Vennela. It looked like furniture belonged to them but I didn't vacate yet. I asked Vennela what's going on. She said they are just moving their furniture and other things to a house on the second floor. I had more questions. I asked her if they were renting that house. She answered saying No. Teja owns it. I asked her satirically "Now! What else does he own here?". She laughed and answered casually, "Only this building!". I had many more questions but I was getting late for the office. She does have a lot of surprises in her bucket.

I was thinking about Teja on my way to the office. He is a landlord for the whole building. How? Such a big building! It has around 14 homes including the penthouse. How did he earn so much? I don't think that he is that rich from the beginning. Is he into mafia? Is he a gangster?

My mobile was ringing and it was Teja. Speak of the devil and he shall appear! OMG! I didn't want to take that call. It seems dangerous.
I took the call, it was Vennela! She said she got an interview call from my office and was asking me for directions. I told her how to reach my office.

It was lunchtime and I was waiting for Vennela downstairs. I was standing aside and instead of Vennela, I met her gangster brother Teja. He smiled at me and said Hi. I said Hi without a smile. I got very hungry waiting for Vennela, can you show me the way to the canteen. I took him there. There were a lot of choices to select lunch menu. He turned to me. "I don't want to waste more time researching this menu!". I responded with a fake smile. "Please order something for me, Ash!" He requested me. Ash! He is calling me Ash as if I am his close friend. Stay away from me! You Gangster! I was speaking to my inner self. I ordered something randomly for him and collected it for him. He started eating and was appreciating me for ordering good food. I was wondering what's keeping Vennela from joining me. He almost finished his food and started speaking to me. Vennela come soon, please! He was asking for details about my job and compensation. Don't bother me Teja, just sit silently and wait for Vennela. I wanted to shout at him but I didn't! And then he started asking me, "Is it fine if we get some renovation done at the penthouse?". I was just listening. He continued, "Only when you are here at work. We won't disturb you and we will keep it clean! I would really appreciate if you could co-operate with the renovations of the penthouse." I thought for a few seconds and said okay for it. After that, thankfully Vennela joined us.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 13: You are behaving like ...... is your ex-girlfriend!

I was about to sleep and I received a message from Anvesh.
"Hi, Ash! Still awake?"
I called him back. He told me that he got late in the office and he already had dinner. We spoke about his work and I disconnected.

Next day! After work, I cooked dinner and finished it. I spoke to Anshu and I was waiting for Anvesh's call.
He called me and asked me to reach the Chinese restaurant near our place. He said he reached already.
I reached the Chinese restaurant. I saw Anvesh with Teja and Vennela.
I said, "What a surprise!".
Vennela smiled and started speaking, "We have more surprises in our bucket!".
They started eating and Vennela asked me what I will like to eat. I told her that I ate my dinner already.
We were discussing their place of stay. Teja and Vennela are living in a serviced apartment nearby.
Later, Anvesh mentioned to Vennela that we have a job opening in our team. Vennela turned to me and started asking about it. I was curious.
I asked her, "Why?".
She answered me, "I resigned my job recently and am looking for a new one!".
I asked with surprise, "You resigned?".
She said yes. I asked her, "Please don't mind. Can I know your age?".
She smiled and answered me "24!".
"Two! four! 24! But you look so young! I thought you were a teenager." I declared my thoughts to her.
She smiled, turned to Teja and said, "Did you listen to Ash!". Teja and Anvesh smiled at her. I also learned that she was our college junior. Later, I gave her details of the job opening and we dispersed.

Next day! After work, I cooked dinner and finished it. I spoke to Anshu and I was waiting for Anvesh's call.
He called me and asked me to come down. I went down and saw him waiting for me. He checked with me if I had my dinner. I said yes for that.
He wasn't moving and was speaking about some other things.
I asked him, "Where do you want to eat today?".
He replied, "I already ate at Teja's place. He cooked for me."
"What?" I couldn't accept it. And then I remembered Divya's words, "Keep Anvesh away from Teja!". I have to protect Anvesh from Teja but here they are just meeting each other without my knowledge. They are having dinner together.
"Oh ok! New friends! New habits! ok bye! You can go back now!" I turned my back to him.
"Hey! Ash!" He started smiling. "He is a very good friend of mine, we met after a long time. So...!"

I interrupted him, "From the time he came back to you. You are ignoring me. Not only me, but you are also ignoring Anshu. You are always stuck to him. You are behaving like he is your ex-girlfriend!".
He started laughing out. "Ex-girlfriend!" He repeated those words and started laughing again.
A question aroused in my mind "If they had a bad past, why are they stuck to each other like this now?".
I teased him for some time and he went back.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 12: Ash! I am with you! If Teja bothers you again...

Vennela was speaking, "My dad got retired from his job recently, Teja wanted us to shift to Delhi after my dad's retirement. My parents agreed as their siblings are also living here in Delhi. And then we decided to shift to the penthouse. Teja took the contract papers out to call you people. He left them on the table and went out to take some calls. I was curious and I looked at those papers. I found Anshu's email id in it. I had facebook open, I searched for her and I found her. I learned that Anvesh is a mutual friend for us. After looking more I found out that Anvesh and Anshu are siblings. I was sharing my discovery with my mom. My grandmother looked at Anshu's profile picture and started saying that she is so good. She made me share Anshu's picture and contact details with Ganesh brother's family. My mom asked him to pause the shifting process to penthouse because they were interested in Anshu's profile."

We were all looking at each other's face and were smiling. I was looking at Anshu and Ganesh thinking, whatever the reason could be these both really like each other.

Vennela turned to me, "Ash! While my mom dad were starting for their tour, they told Teja not to bother you until they are back. Still, he is bothering you. I should speak to my parents."

Then why does he want to snatch my penthouse right away? I was wondering.

Teja was speaking to Vennela, "Ash doesn't have other roommates. And finding new roommates for a few months is almost impossible."

I interrupted him saying, "I really want to stay at the penthouse!".

He started explaining to me why he wants the penthouse to be vacated, "Actually I want to surprise my mom dad when they are back. I want to get some renovations done. So.."

Vennela started speaking, "Teja! Mom dad told you something. You follow it! Else I will call them and will complain about this."

He smiled and said, "Alright! Do as you wish Vennela!".

Vennela was happy and she turned to me, "Ash! I am with you! If Teja bothers you again about the penthouse, let me know. I know what to do. And in case if you really want to vacate the penthouse, let me know first. Is it okay?"

I said okay. She shared her mobile number with me.

And then we started making plans for next weekend. Vennela and Teja would be staying here from today. So, they were included in the plan. Vennela, Teja and Anvesh dropped me at my place. It was a great day. I had so much fun.

Next day! After work, I cooked dinner and finished it. Anshu couldn't take my call and I was waiting for Anvesh's call. It was very late and Anvesh didn't call yet. I messaged him but no reply.

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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 11: I said that he is just 28, isn't it? Twentyyy eightt!!

We arrived at Anshu's place just like yesterday. I was still pretending to be mad at Anvesh. It was fun. So, it's fine. As soon as we arrived, Vennela ran towards me and almost hugged me. She was happy to see me, I could say that. I was happy to see her too.

The party started and we all got busy with the guests. The party was so enjoyable and every guest was happy. And then I was stuck to Ganesh's grandmother. She is a funny person. She was complaining, "Why are you not getting married yet?". I was just smiling at her. And she started narrating her marriage life. She got married at 14. She had four children before she was 21. She was scolding Ganesh for getting married so late. I said that he is just 28, isn't it? Twentyyy eightt!! She shouted at me. Vennela and Anvesh were also listening. She also forced Anvesh to get married. Anvesh was blushing and she was teasing him. Later, she targeted Vennela. I immediately countered her saying Vennela is too young. I think you shouldn't bother your granddaughter yet. She smiled and started saying no one can change these stubborn young people. Vennela thanked me for that.

It was after 4pm, guests dispersed and everything cooled off. I sat in a chair relaxing. Anvesh approached me and started speaking, "Ash! This juice is really good. Try it!'. I said nothing, I stood up and started walking. Anvesh was watching me. I was smiling and I ran into Vennela. I sat beside her and started speaking "Vennela! I didn't see your parents today?". She smiled and was about to answer. Anvesh interrupted us and offered the juice cup to Vennela. She took it and said thank you. He looked at me as if he was teasing me. I smiled at him and he sat beside me. Vennela had a sip and started speaking "My father got retired recently and my parents are out on a long tour".

"Wow! It must be fun." I told her.

She started speaking, "My grandma was scolding them when they were starting for their tour. You are the elder one among my children. Instead of getting these young people married, you people are going on tour. Shame on you people. Think about your age.

Look at your first little brother, he got both of his sons married!

I was listening and it was so funny. I laughed and told her that both of them were elder to Teja. She scolded me for interrupting her. She forgot about the tour and started scolding my father. You are 60 and you are retired. You are not even bothering about your children.

My father told to her that we are grown up and we can take care of ourselves.

And then she said if you are reckless like this, Teja will bring some stranger and will say that I already married her.

Teja heard that and he shouted on my grandma, Padma! Enough for now! Let them go and have fun!

She sat silently for a moment and then started helping my mom with her packing list."

We were enjoying her story and I asked her, "Why is Teja calling her with her name?".

Anvesh and Vennela laughed out. Vennela told me that their grandmother is only scared of one person and that's Teja. The grandmother strongly believes that her husband is reborn as Teja. He has the same face, behaves exactly like him and the same anger. After learning that, I laughed out too.

Teja heard us mentioning him, he joined us and sat beside Vennela. He said, "I think I heard my name!". Vennela laughed and told him that they were speaking about their grandmother.

Ganesh and Anshu also joined us. This was our new group of friends. Everyone was free and happy speaking to each other. It was fun, all of us together. We finished discussing Vennela's / Ganesh's grandmother and Vennnela said she has to tell the penthouse story.

She started and we were all listening.

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Authored by Shabbu White.

I Have You - Episode 10: I was hoping to see my known angel but ..... an unknown devil.

The much-awaited weekend is here. I and Anvesh planned to meet Anshu after she arrives. It's Saturday morning, I got ready to go out and was waiting for Anshu's arrival. I received a call from Anvesh. He told me that Anshu arrived and asked me to come down after 15 minutes.

After 10 mins, he called me again and asked me to come down. I was so happy and was hurrying to go down. I pressed the button for the lift. I waited for the lift to arrive. I got in the lift. I reached the ground floor. I took a few steps. I saw Anvesh, I felt happier. I took a few more steps to reach him. And everything changed.

I was hoping to see my known angel but I also saw an unknown devil. Teja was also standing there with Anvesh. Why was he here? All the words Divya told me rushed into my mind. I was angry to see him.

Anvesh told me that he found Teja while he was reaching my place. We walked to a car, Teja asked us to get in. He unlocked the door and opened it. Anvesh told me to get inside. Teja was driving. After I got in, Anvesh closed the door and went to sit beside Teja. We started.

All of us were silent for a few minutes. Anvesh started speaking to Teja and their conversation ended when we reached Anshu's new home. They forgot about me. They didn't even speak a word to me. Anvesh just turned at me and smiled once while they both were having a conversation. I didn't know what to do. Divya warned me to keep Teja away from Anvesh. But here, I was kept away. I didn't like it. I am going to do something about this.

After we reached I was stuck to Anshu and Anvesh was stuck to Teja. I and Anshu had a lot to speak about. It was lunchtime and Anvesh approached me.
"Ash! Come on! Let's have lunch together!".
"Who are you?" I asked him, moved away and sat beside Anshu for having lunch. I exhibited my anger.

He hurried, sat beside me and asked, "Why are you mad at me?".
"You were ignoring me from the morning. Go and enjoy with your old friends who are new!", I almost shouted on Anvesh.
Anshu heard us and started laughing aloud. She started whispering to me and was teasing me. "Jealous! Huh?". I was scolding her for that.
This happiness lasted until Teja sat beside Anvesh for having lunch.
They started speaking again and it just went on. They were having fun.
Anshu asked Teja about Vennela, he said that she will be here tomorrow.
By the end of the day, I still pretended like I was mad at Anvesh and it was fun too. His expressions and him trying to do something about that. He was so cute. We were helping Anshu and Ganesh for tomorrow's party. Anshu was using her spare time to tease me about that.

Teja dropped us at our place and the day ended. The same thing happened like in the morning.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 09: A known devil is better than an unknown angel.!

Anshu messaged me to call her if I am free. I called her. The first thing she wanted to discuss was about the penthouse. I gave her all the details. She was still unable to believe that. I told her how we met at the Chinese restaurant, how Anvesh got so many likes in one night and everything which happened after I came back to Delhi but I didn't discuss Divya's call. I didn't mention it intentionally. And then we started discussing her newly married love life. She was feeling good with the new family.

She asked me if I finished my dinner. I told her that I ate my dinner and also that I really miss her. And then she asked me about Anvesh. I answered with a 'don't know" and mentioned that I have one unread message from him. She started teasing me. Now that I am not a disturbance for you both, you should go on a date or something. I shouted "What?".
She continued speaking "Don't be so surprised Ash darling! Just use this opportunity to understand my little Anvesh. Maybe he likes you too!"
I shouted again "What?".
She started convincing me, "Dear, I heard this from somewhere - A Known Devil is better than an Unknown Angel. So, you should give this a thought".
I laughed out and said, "If you are comparing Anvesh to a devil, it's not fair. He is an angel!".
She was happy to hear and she asked me, "Then where could we find a better option than a known angel?".
I stopped her and scolded her for speaking such things. Actually, Anshu's suggestion wasn't bad.

I saw Anvesh's message "Join me for dinner".

I finished my dinner still, I changed and went downstairs to join him. We went to Anshu's favorite - Punjabi Dhaba. We were walking there and Anvesh was enquiring about my new flat search. I told him that I will start my search after the housewarming party. I was complaining about my boss and was discussing other things which happened today with me but I didn't discuss the post from yesterday and the facts I learned from Divya.

We were seated and the food was served. We clicked a selfie with Anshu's favorite food and Anvesh sent it to Anshu. I received a message from Anshu.
"You said, you had dinner already! Still out with Anvesh? Hm! A Date?"
I replied to her, "Shut up!".
Anvesh started asking me about my preparation for the housewarming party. I told him that I really can't get to shopping mode without Anshu. He smiled and asked me "Shall I take you to buy a new dress?". I felt good still I rejected softly saying I will wear something from my wardrobe.

From that day, My daily schedule was

• Go to work
• Cook and eat
• Speak to Anshu
• Join Anvesh for Dinner
• Get teased by Anshu

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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 08: We posted many of our pictures in the past but..

Next morning when I woke up, I saw that Anvesh posted yesterday's picture from the restaurant and tagged me on facebook. There were many pictures for me, Anshu and Anvesh but this was a new combination. We posted many of our pictures in the past but we never got more than 40 likes in one night. I was surprised.

I was at work and it was almost lunchtime. I saw Divya calling me. She is one of our friends who attended Anshu's wedding. And she was one among the two people whom Vennela got teased by. I came aside and took her call.

She started speaking, "I am really surprised to see Anvesh and Teja together."
I explained to her what happened yesterday. I mentioned to her that Teja would be moving to Delhi soon. She suggested to me that it's better to keep Teja away from Anvesh.
"Why?", I asked her.
She answered me and I stood there in shock. I was just replying her with "is it?" or "I didn't know?". She finished narrating the story and hung up saying she has to go back to work.

This was the story of Teja and Anvesh which Divya told me. Teja and Anvesh were best friends in the first year of graduation. Both were very good at studies. After the examination results were out, they found out that Teja didn't even qualify in one of the subjects. And Anvesh was one among the toppers list. Next day we found out that Anvesh tried to commit suicide. But luckily it wasn't deadly, he had a bone fracture on his hand and he came back to us safely. Because Anvesh is sensitive and Teja is an angry man, no one ever discussed this with them and whatever happened between them is still unknown. Maybe Teja got angry and bullied Anvesh, Anvesh couldn't take it and tried to commit suicide.

I was in shock for many minutes after learning the truth. Anvesh and Anshu never mentioned this to me. I remember seeing a scar on his left hand but I didn't know that he went through a lot of pain because of that. Whatever Teja did to Anvesh, Anvesh should never have decided to leave this world. If something worse like that happened in the past, I would never have met Anshu and Anvesh. I looked back into the last 7 years and what I found was just Anshu and Anvesh. Anvesh was one of the reasons behind all those good memories. Anvesh and Anshu were my happiness.

Teja, I don't sense any good in him. The moment I met him again, I am feeling uneasy and irritated. Now! He is snatching away my penthouse too. He must have given a lot of pain to Anvesh which made him go through such hell. The scar which I saw is proof of that pain.

I decided that I will protect Anvesh from Teja no matter what!

I finished work and reached my penthouse. It was lonely, I cooked for me, ate food and was relaxing. I checked the comments on the photo from yesterday.
Anvesh's father commented "Good to see you both together after a long time. God bless you!".
Is he fine with Anvesh meeting Teja? Isn't he worried?

I received a message from Anvesh as well as from Anshu.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 07: Someone spoiled my day and someone else made it!

I saw his message and I called him immediately to confirm. I asked him if he's really back to Delhi. He assured me. I asked him to wait for a few minutes. I changed into something good and went down. He was really waiting for me.
I was so happy to see him. I almost shouted at him with happiness "Oh Anvesh! I really missed you and Anshu. Wait! Didn't you say that you will come back next week?". He was almost blushing, he smiled and said "To surprise you!". There was a pause and he spoke again "Actually Anshu asked me to go back to Delhi, she has some work to be done.". I was glad to hear, "Great Anvesh! You made my day and someone else spoiled it this morning.". Anvesh asked me to tell what happened this morning. I wanted to speak about that but I told him that we can discuss it while we eat.


We went to the place we visit often. We ordered some noodles and sat at a table. I started explaining what happened this morning. Anvesh was surprised too.
I told him "Anvesh! I don't like this guy. He is taking my penthouse away from me. I don't know what to do?"
He answered, "You should look for a new place to stay else you will become homeless. Teja may throw you out!".
I laughed loud after I heard that. I told him that Teja, The Mr. Arrogant looks like a guy who will really throw me out. And I remembered something.
Anvesh started supporting Teja, "Actually Teja isn't a bad person. Don't worry!".
I told him, "I remember you being embarrassed to meet him a few days ago and now you sit here and are giving him a clean chit."
"Oh, that!" He started smiling and didn't speak for a few seconds.
My mobile started ringing, I showed it to Anvesh and I said "speak of the devil and.." He smiled.
Teja was the one who was calling me. I took the call. Teja asked me if I was at the penthouse. I asked him "why?". He told me that he has to hand over the keys. I saw him passing by the restaurant where we were seated. I asked him to come inside. He looked at Anvesh, smiled and said hi. Anvesh smiled and said hi too. He gave me the keys and said bye. The food arrived at the table and Anvesh asked him "Teja! Did you have your dinner yet?". Teja said he didn't and Anvesh asked him to join us. He joined. We started eating and there were no words for a few minutes. Teja broke the silence saying "Anvesh! Do you remember the noodles we used to eat after our classes?". Anvesh smiled at him and started speaking. They were speaking about the time they spent together. It felt like two best friends met after a long time and were having fun remembering their old days. They forgot about me and I was just listening.

We finished our dinner and Teja was about to leave. Anvesh asked him to get a selfie. Later, Anvesh asked me to join. I stood beside Anvesh. He clicked twice and then we dispersed.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 06: I really miss them today!

Teja was smiling at me. I could see that its a fake one. He was still standing at the door, I wanted to kick him out. I told him "You can leave now!". His smile got wide and he asked me for the keys again. I went inside, handed him the keys of the new home. He was speaking again "I really need your mobile number." He smiled. I gave him my mobile number. He started speaking again and I was thinking when he will leave, "It's really hot today. Can I have some water, please?". I gave him a water bottle from the refrigerator, he almost emptied it and went away. Finally!

I had a shower, cooked food, finished eating and sat in front of the television. I was watching movie songs. Still, it felt boring. I used to spend my weekends with Anshu and Anvesh. I really miss them today. I messaged them both but no reply.

Teja spoiled my day saying that I have to leave this penthouse as soon as possible.
I was recalling those memories in this penthouse. Anshu and I had funny fights. We had cooking competitions. We fought for the last ice cream scoop. We made our flat a disco on Friday nights. We watched movies or series till midnight. We gossip about anything till midnight. We shopped for long hours. We teased Anvesh together. It was so much fun.

I started browsing those pictures from the past. I was looking at the pictures from Sheela's party before she left to USA. Sheela is my other roommate. She left 2 months ago. And we didn't find another roommate. It's only me now in this big penthouse. It never felt big before. Still, I don't feel like leaving this penthouse. It has been my home from the time I started working here in Delhi. Do I really have to vacate this penthouse? I came across the pictures from Anvesh's birthday. We applied the cream on his face, made him give funny poses for pictures, he didn't even fight back, he sat there and was feeling bad that we spoiled his face. Anshu always treated him like a small kid whereas she was just 2 years elder than us. Anvesh always complains about that. Anvesh was so cute in those funny pictures, just like a kindergarten kid.

I received a reply from Anshu "What? Are you sure?".
My message to her was "Ganesh's cousin Teja surprised me this morning. He wants me to vacate our penthouse. He is the landlord."
I replied back "100% sure. Vennela to give more details at the party." I sent a copy of our contract to her.
Her reply was "Woh! It is real. I checked with Ganesh. He knows that he bought a property but he is surprised after learning that it is our penthouse."
She was busy and the immediate message was "Really want to call you but busy. Catch you later!"

I was relaxing, thinking about what to cook for dinner and was roaming in the empty penthouse. I received a message from Anvesh.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 05: This must be a bad dream. It looks like Teja!

I was back to work after many days and a lot of work was pending on my side. I worked for long hours at the office.  The weekend arrived and Ganesh asked me to meet some people related to unfinished work at their new home. Anshu asked me to finish some shopping for her new home. I couldn't get much rest after I was back.
Finally, on Saturday night I was able to get some rest after a very busy schedule. I woke up when someone rang the doorbell. I wondered who was that? I took my mobile and found out a few missed calls and messages. I saw the time and realized its almost afternoon. I saw through the peeping hole. This must be a bad dream. It looks like Teja! It was him. T E J A!


I opened the door and he said "Hi Ash! Sorry that I had to disturb you!". I didn't respond to him.
He continued "Ganesh asked me to collect the keys from you."
Now I understood "Oh yes! The keys!". I was about to go inside and bring them, he interrupted me saying "I have one more important thing to discuss with you!". I told him to go ahead and he continued.
"Me and my family are planning to shift to Delhi as soon as possible." I interrupted asking him "So?"
"Could you please vacate my penthouse by next month if possible?" He uttered those words.
"What?" I shouted and asked without thinking "Why will I vacate if you are moving to Delhi?".
This must be a dream. Let's shower some anger on this Mr. Arrogant.
He tried to speak but I didn't allow him "Don't joke Teja! I just woke up and I may beat you if I get angrier." He smiled and started explaining.
"Do you remember that your landlord changed?" He asked me.
"Yes! A few months ago!" I answered him.
He was happy to declare that it's him. He asked me to check the contract if required. I wanted to prove that he was joking. So, I opened the contract document on my mobile. I saw it. It was so clear. It was written in bold letters. T E J A! Teja?
Now I understood why he was so interested in my penthouse. Not my penthouse but Teja's where I and Anshu were living as tenants.
I couldn't digest the fact and reality in those few seconds.
Teja spoke "So.....?"
I spoke out my thoughts "I didn't think about it! Give me some time." I almost ordered him.
He was standing at the door and he called Vennela. He spoke something with her and handed over his mobile to me. Vennela spoke to me and said that there's a lot to speak about the penthouse. She assured me that her brother bought it. She also told me that Anshu or others are not aware of this penthouse thing. She said she will give all the details to us when we meet for the house warming party and she disconnected the call.


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Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 04: Longtime buddy! more than 7 years!

Everything went well at the ceremony. It was perfect. The venue was beautiful. Smiles were spreading. We were having fun. Our graduation class friends wanted us to get a group picture with the new couple. None of us were expecting Teja there, but he was there. One of our friends made him join us. We were posing for the group picture. I was standing beside Anshu and Anvesh was beside me. The other four including Teja were on the other side. The photographer asked Teja to change sides. Teja said Hi to Anvesh and stood beside him. Anvesh smiled and said hi. He was embarrassed to meet Teja a few hours ago and now he was smiling with him.

The guests left the venue after the ceremony. I removed my make up, changed into my usual comfortable dress, was seated at a corner at the venue and was relaxing.
Teja was passing by, he stopped after he saw me and spoke out "Hey! Ash! It's you! Now I recognize you!" I smiled and he continued "You were looking so beautiful in the saree that I didn't even recognize you.!". Huh! Was that a compliment? Does he mean I don't look good in my usual dress? I didn't know how to respond. He thanked me for directions. He sat down beside me and started speaking.
"I heard from Vennela that you are Anshu's roommate. Now that Anshu is moving out, Are you planning to shift or looking for new roommates?"
How does it matter to him? I answered, "I didn't think about it yet!". I saw Anvesh passing by and I called him over. He came and sat beside Teja. Teja forgot about me and started speaking to Anvesh.
"Longtime buddy! more than 7 years! isn't it?". Anvesh smiled at him and started speaking "Yes buddy!". They started discussing their life and career. Even Anvesh forgot about me. I thought I should leave them there and go back to join Anshu. I saw Vennela approaching us.
She started speaking "Ganesh brother is looking for you people. He wants to speak!"
Me, Anvesh and Teja asked her "Me?"
Vennela answered "Yes! Three of you!"
Anvesh and I looked at the face of each other and we went to meet him.

Anshu and Ganesh were posing for a selfie. We all joined them. Vennela and me beside Anshu. Anvesh and Teja beside Ganesh. It took a few minutes to get the best one.
Ganesh started speaking "I learned that three of you are from the same graduation class. Isn't it fun to meet like this after a long time?" He smiled.
I spoke to my inner self, It isn't fun at all! A guy from your graduation class doesn't recognize you and then comes up with weird compliments. It isn't fun at all!
Ganesh continued "I called you to mention our housewarming party after two weeks. I want you all to attend the party not as guests but as family. Please make sure that everything goes well. We will have a lot of guests to handle." We all agreed to him and had some fun talk for a few minutes.
Ganesh faced me "Ash! Please mail me after you reach Delhi! I have some unfinished work at the new home. I will need your help. Maybe after 2 or 3 days, others will join you."
I said ok and waved a bye to all of them. Vennela approached me. She held my hands and said, "Let's meet again soon. It's going to be fun! Delhi and us!". I smiled and looked at my parents. My parents and Anshu's parents were discussing something and were smiling. I went to them and we went back home.

I was packing to go back to Delhi. My father started speaking and mom was pushing him to speak to me. "Ash darling! Now that Anshu's married. It's your turn!" I interrupted him. "Dad! Now I know why you people were smiling at me back at the venue." He smiled at me and continued "We think we should start our search to find a nice groom for you." I interrupted him again, "Dad! Anshu is around 2 years elder to me. So, I get 2 more free years. Isn't it?". They weren't convinced and started bothering me. I ignored their words.

Back to Delhi and back to work.

- (to be continued)




Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 03: Mr. Arrogant is arrogant!

I was about to reject and was looking for someone else who could help. Vennela told me they are special guests of Ganesh and we can't wait any longer. And then I agreed, for Ganesh and Anshu! Teja assured me saying "We will be back soon. We won't miss the ceremony. I drive very well." He doesn't even know how long it is from here. We started, he was driving and I was giving directions. No other words.

I received a message from Anshu. I opened it. It was "Where is Anvesh? Both of you come and join me. The ceremony will start soon."
I was thinking "Is Anvesh not with Anshu? But Teja is not at the venue. He should feel free to come out and speak to people at the venue. What to do?"
After 3 minutes, I received a call from Anvesh. He asked "Where are you? Anshu is looking for you!". He just met her. Very good! Anshu is fine now. I told him I will be there soon and I disconnected the call.
I was again into thoughts "So sensitive Anvesh is! What if Teja is back to the venue? Will he go into hiding again? If that happens, Anshu will feel bad. Maybe I should do something about it."
An idea struck me. I will delay us to reach the venue. But if that happens, I will miss the ceremony. No! That can't happen. Anshu will feel bad for that too.

We faced a right and left turn. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't see that coming.
He asked "which way?".
I said left. I realized something and shouted, "No No it's right!"

There was a sense of suspicion in his words. "Do you really know which way we are going?".

I was about to get angry but I didn't express it. I almost shouted. "There was some construction going on in the left route, a week back. Right side route is too long. I am not sure if that work is finished. So I asked you to go right. Understood?"

He thundered those words upon me "You should have said that!"

I was angry now but I didn't express it. Mr. Arrogant! I shouted in my thoughts.

He stopped the car, asked a person passing by if the construction work was still going on. We took left. The person whom we asked wasn't right. The construction work was still going on. They marked a diversion towards the right side route. When I saw that, I laughed out. I saw him. He wasn't smiling back and he didn't laugh out. We took our diversion. I was trying to stop my laughter. I sat there in silence and worked like his navigator.

It took us more time than usual to reach the point where Ganesh's friends were waiting. But I wasn't worried. I was decided by that time, if I can't reach the venue I will convince Anshu to forgive me. I was here for Ganesh's friends, so it will be much easier to convince her.

We reached the venue before ceremony time. Ganesh was waiting at the entrance to meet his friends. Ganesh thanked me and spoke to Teja "You people almost missed the ceremony! Thank God!". Teja smiled and said "Don't thank god! Thank for my driving skills!". Ganesh smiled and took his friends inside. I left to join Anshu.

This Teja guy! People may be right about him? Mr. Arrogant is arrogant! Suits him!


-(to be continued)



Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 02: One of my close friends and his old friend!

Anvesh was my classmate from college but I knew him as Anshu's brother. They lived nearby when I was studying in college. My father introduced them to me. My father and Anshu's father are colleagues.
Anvesh is a very nice guy and very sensitive. All our friends treat him with the utmost care. His presence is delightful. I spend most of my free time with Anshu and Anvesh.

I was looking for Anvesh but I found his mom. She's a sweet person. I told her that Anshu is worried about Anvesh and asked her what's wrong with Anvesh. She told me that one of the old friends of Anvesh is here to attend the wedding and Anvesh is embarrassed to face him. She said that she will take care of Anvesh and asked us not to worry. Only one person knows all his fears and worries, that's his mom. So, I forgot about teaching a lesson to him.
I was curious. I asked her who was that friend. She answered "Oh yes! You know him too. That's Teja from your graduation class." I started thinking and then I remembered who he was.

Teja! Everyone feared him in college. He was popular as Mr.Arrogant. I heard rumors that he teased a person to the extent that he committed suicide. Now! It was clear why Anvesh didn't want to face him. Was Teja a friend of Anvesh? I never saw them together in college. Maybe they knew each other before we met!

I was thinking about that and was walking back to the wedding venue. Vennela came running towards me. She dragged me to meet someone. She was telling him that I saved her from the senior devils. I smiled and turned to face that person.

It was him. T E J A! Teja!

He didn't smile back. He was looking at me and was thinking deeply.

He spat his doubt after few seconds "I saw you somewhere?"

I was his classmate for 4 years and he didn't recognize me. I wasn't interested to remind him.

Vennela shouted at him "Stop being a fool brother! You know her! She's Ash!"

"Ash? The Ash? I don't remember. " He was whispering to his sister. I could hear him. He doesn't remember me.
During our conversation, I found out that these two people are siblings.

Teja started asking about a few landmarks and was asking for directions. I explained to him.
After a few minutes, they came back to me saying those guests were lost finding the address for venue. Vennela requested me to guide her brother to bring those guests. It was almost the ceremony time. I can't. Why will I go out with him?

-(to be continued)



Authored by Shabbu White

I Have You - Episode 01: That's how it started!

I have this man today. He is my man! He is holding my hand and together, we are posing for our first wedding picture.

My life before him was normal and my life after him was a puzzle of 'extreme hard' level. It was a long story. Let me start from here.!

It was 3rd Oct 2016. That day was a very important day. My best friend 'Anshu' was getting married. She is like a sister to me. We have spent 7 years together. We smile at each other and forget all worries. I decided to make sure that her wedding day would be the best day of her life.

I finished helping Anshu's mom with ceremonial stuff and went back to my room. I shopped for a whole week to buy the best saree for me. I was back to the wedding venue in my best saree.

I heard that the groom's family arrived at the venue, a few minutes ago. Two of my friends were seated at a corner and a teenage girl was seated in between. I approached them to say hello. It felt like the teenage girl was about to cry. I was curious who she was! When I faced her, she started speaking "Hey Ash! I am going to visit Ganesh brother now. Do you want to come with me?". I said 'yes' and I started following her. When we were away from those friends, she started speaking to me "Thank you so much, Ash! Those people still behave like I am their junior. They are afraid of my brother! Still, they mess with me. I was about to cry and you saved me like a goddess. Thanks again!" She smiled. She was cute!

Ah! I forgot to tell! Ganesh is Anshu's groom.

We reached Ganesh's room and I couldn't spit out all the questions I had in my mind. Ganesh introduced her to me. Her name was Vennela, a cousin of Ganesh. I finished discussing important things with Ganesh's family and left his room. I was still wondering about Vennela. Was she our college junior? Was her brother known? How does she know me? Why is she calling me with my nickname? How old is she? Why were my friends teasing her?

Later, I went to Anshu. She was all dressed up and ready for the wedding ceremony.

"Anshu darling! Beautiful! like a doll! but....one thing is missing.... Your smile!" I told her.

She didn't listen to what I was speaking. "Hello..dreamy..are u listening?"

She was out of her dreamy world and she saw me "Oh Ash! You look the best!". She smiled forcefully.

I asked her "What's going on Anshu? Why are you so dreamy? look at things.. Enjoy your day! Smile heartfully!"

She poured her heart out "Ash! Everything is going so well but my stupid brother is refusing to get out and mingle with guests. I am worried that he will miss my wedding moment?" He is always like that. I laughed.

"Is it? I will take care of that. Don't worry about him and enjoy this moment." I assured her.

She said "Ok! As you say!" and she smiled at me. This time, it was a real smile.

What's wrong with Anvesh? Why couldn't he stay beside her? At least for that one day! It was her special day. I was going to teach him a lesson.

And that's how it started!


-(to be continued)



Authored by Shabbu White