18 I want to marry you.

it was almost 8 years since we were in a relationship now. he and I finished our college and were now working. He was into photography... photography was his second love...of course the first was me. I started working as a software developer. we were both happy with each other and with our lives. He and I both had good jobs and were settled. one day while I was working at office my mum called me.she said "beta can we talk if Ur not busy?" i told "yes maa of course I am not busy..did something happen.. should I come home?" she replied "no beta actually there's an alliance for you..the guy is just like you working as a software developer. his family background is really good..beta you know I won't force you to get married but just once think about it but there's no pressure, if you don't like him then we'll not force you ok, beta I just want to see you happy..I love you,bye" after my mom hung up suddenly I realised that time had passed so soon I didn't even realise I was 26 and was practically eligible for marriage. reality hit me hard. But I was lucky that my parents weren't like other typical Indian parents who would force thier daughter to marry. My mom was a great pillar of support for me. she was the best. she never forced me into something I don't want to do. I wasn't worried about the alliance because if I say no my parents won't force me but...till when can I keep saying no that too without any proper reason.

so I decided to talk to Samar about this. I called him and he picked up "hi babe,whats up,is everything ok? u don't usually call me during office hours?? I replied " uhh no Samar actually I wanted to tell you something.. actually there's an alliance that has come for me.. hearing this he gave a soft laugh and replied " God Prerna seriously just say no that's it I know uncle and aunty they will never force you so why are you worried then.. just relax ok? I said "Samar it's not only about this alliance but till when can I keep saying no Samar. we have to reveal our relationship one day right...I guess this is the perfect time. ur earning and even I am earning now... together we can live our lives... don't you think we should get married now? look I am not forcing you and it's not that as soon as we tell our parents they are gonna Wed us immediately. everything takes time. it will take at least 2 years for everything to finalize and stuff..we should really think about our future now is what I feel Samar... but what is your opinion? he replied " Prerna...I...I don't know...I love you I really do but marriage.."

"marriage what Samar?! do you second thoughts about our relationship?? we are in a relationship from past 8 years and you are still not sure?!!" he said "it's not like that Prerna but...I don't know if I want to get married and take responsibilities..."

"Samar I understand it's difficult and I also know life will be totally different after wedding but think about it na u and I will be together and even though we'll have face challenges...we will face to together.. we'll hold onto each other through thick and thin. I am sure about my decision of spending my life with you Mr Samar Malhotra" hearing this he said "Prerna..can you meet me at the café on Saturday.. we'll talk about this.. and don't wait for my call or text I'll be busy this week" saying this he hung up the call..

I thought he will consider my opinion but instead he chose to ignore me. i thought he needed time and space to think and process everything so I didn't disturb him. little did I know that I would be facing a disaster. the disaster I could have prevented if I had been careful in the past,not falling for him AGAIN.

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