Relinquish (Story Of Sixteen)

Hearing Tarok, Raj got annoyed as he didn't want any secrets between his best friends.

So, Raj warned him by saying "Come on, I am your best friend and don't forget that."

Tarok patted his shoulder with a smile and said: Hey, how will I forget that. It's just...um…I..I…I am going to propose her.

Raj got shocked and advised him not to do that as he said "No, please don't hurry. What if she didn't feel anything like that? I think it's so sudden. Take some time, make her fall in love and…

Tarok interrupted by saying "I know it's too quick but you know very well about my situation. We will complete this college within few months and after that I can't continue seeing her everyday like now. My father…" He paused for a second and continued with disappointment "My father will definitely send me abroad for my higher studies and you clearly know I can't refuse this time." Saying this he closed his fist in anger.

Seeing this, Raj who exactly knew about Tarok's family went near him. He patted his shoulder and said "Now, I can understand why you are in a hurry." He paused for a second and continued "Okay, do what feels correct for you. I won't say anything. Best of luck."

Then he left Tarok alone to get some wine to fill his empty glass. Tarok saw him leaving. Then he sat on a couch nearby and rested his head on the couch's head. He slowly closed his eyes and started imagining the scene of proposing Seetha. Just the Imagination of Seetha bought smile on his face. That's how he spent the night there.

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The next day aroused, Seetha woke up and realized that she slept on the couch. She also noticed the blanket and thanked Ram.

Ram thought to tease her by showing the video which he took last night. But he didn't as he thought she might cry as she was already missing her family. So, he planned it to do it later. Then, they had breakfast and left the house.

After an hour later, Seetha reached college and attended her classes. She then reached the clothing store in the evening and did her part time job. She also reached the café and started doing her next part time job.

Everything went usual. The only unusual thing was Seetha not doing anything with full concentration. She was still in a dilemma regarding whose party she has to attend. This was noticed by Riya.

So, Riya grabbed Seetha's hand and dragged her to one of the café's corners.

Then Riya asked: What happened? Why are you not being attentive?

Seetha didn't reply but looked down.

Seeing this, Riya's temper arose. So, she scolded her by asking "If you stay silent, how will I know?"

Seetha answered: If I answer, you will be angrier than now.

Riya: Then you must reply. Tell me, what is it?

Seetha remained silent again and after few seconds she explained about her dilemma. Hearing this, Riya pinched Seetha's ear slightly which made Seetha scream.

Riya immediately closed Seetha's mouth and told in sign language not to shout. So that the owner won't find them and scold them.

Then, she continued in a warning tone "You, better don't go to any party."

Seetha asked in confusion: But why?

Riya answered: Because, we clearly knew Tarok's intention. It's better to stay away from him.

Seetha: What about Ram?

Riya: Because that arrogant guy will be there. He won't let you enjoy the party instead he will be shouting at you always; his name is…

Saying this Riya was in deep thought to identify the name. Seetha asked after guessing it.

Seetha: Are you talking about Balu?

Riya: Yes, correct, it's that crazy guy.

Seetha: He seems like a good person.

Riya again in a warning tone: Don't trust anyone quickly, especially him.

Seetha: But…but Tarok Is now my friend now. He really helped me in our plan to help Ram and Ram is now my roommate. He is really adjusting in a lot of things in house for me. Just think, if he didn't agree, I won't be even staying at the house and I would have become homeless. How can I avoid their invitations?

Riya: Yeah, that is also correct.

Now Seetha's dilemma became Riya's dilemma too. After few seconds of deep thought, Riya suggested Seetha to attend one party and say the situation to the other guy. She also suggested her to attend the party of whom Seetha considers very important.

Seetha: That's What I am difficult to find. I don't know what to choose.

With that, they heard another worker calling them. So, they went to continue their work. Seetha was again in a deep thought but this time Riya's advice of choosing the important person's party helped her. She finally took the decision.

After work, she told her decision to Riya. Hearing that, Riya once more warned her to be careful and not to trust anyone quickly in the party. She said that in a good concern as she always saw her as both friend and little sister. With that they bid bye and went to their houses.

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The next day came, Seetha and Ram got ready and had their breakfast. They also left the house after bidding bye to each other.

Within few minutes, Ram reached his office. Ram wished good morning to all the co-workers passed by. Then he sat down in front of his computer. As usual, he started working on his computer. Few hours passed just like that. Ram felt slightly tired now. So, he decided to grab some coffee at his office's cafeteria.

When Ram was walking towards the cafeteria, he got stopped by his colleague. That colleague called Ram to inform that Balu was waiting for him in his cabin. Hearing this, Ram nodded his head as okay to the colleague and reached Balu's cabin.

When Balu saw Ram entering in, he asked his P.A to leave. His P.A also nodded his head as yes and left from there.

Now, Balu spoke: Ram, I started making arrangements for the party.

Ram: Good to hear that.

Balu: I am making arrangements for both of our parties. So, I called you to check if the theme, food and certain things regarding party are okay for you. If you said okay, we will finalize that. If not, let's change it.

Ram: Why are you asking me? Anything okay for you is okay for me too.

Balu: Don't talk like I don't know you. Of course, your taste and my taste were different from childhood.

Ram: Yes, but I am okay with your opinion nowadays.

Balu: At least, have a look.

Ram: No, it's okay. Just send me the details of money that are required for my party. I will transfer it to your account later.

Balu shouted angrily "Just do one thing. You have the party all by yourself. I won't be coming."

Ram was going to say something but got interrupted when Nakul entered the cabin by asking Balu "Why are you behaving like this? Did you drop your brain somewhere?"

Balu: Oh my gosh! See who is talking about brains now.

Nakul: You…

Ram: Don't start your silly fights here guys.

Nakul: Fine, then you answer me why he is saying that he will not be coming to your party?

Ram: Because, he is angry that I said I will transfer the amount needed for my party.

Hearing this Nakul also got angry and asked: What do you mean by your party? When did you start seeing us separately?

Nakul pointed at Balu and said: This fellow's party is our party and your party is also our party. Come on we all are one family.

Balu: Exactly, Ram, at first you are not even looking about the arrangements and now you are saying you will pay the money. This is absolutely nonsense.

Ram: Okay, okay cool. I won't pay any money and regarding arrangements, Nakul will decide. He is good in parties than me.

Hearing this Nakul felt happy and excited.

Then he proudly said: That's my bro.

With that Ram left the cabin. Then Balu's and Nakul's tom and jerry fight started again as usual.

Balu said annoyingly "What is there to become proud?"

Nakul mockingly replied "It's none of your business."

Balu: I won't be definitely liking your taste. So better stay away from this.

Nakul: Huh? Who cares about your liking? As you said before, don't come to the party if you don't like my theme.

Balu: Don't you think you are talking unnecessarily?

Nakul: And don't you think you eat a lot unnecessarily?

Balu: Where this food thing comes from?

Nakul: Can't you shut up, Mr. fatty CEO?

Balu walked away took the tab and thrown it away after saying "Catch it and go away, do anything you want but please don't waste my time anymore."

Nakul caught the tab in which he has to plan the parties. He ran away after shouting "Okay, Mr. Fatty CEO."

Hearing this Balu shouted more until Nakul vanished from his sight.

Balu: You…Mr. World renowned playboy, don't you ever come to my cabin without my permission.