###Chapter 25

Chapter 25


Writers POV

The upcoming couples were asked to do an introductory ritual.

The groom brought forth his right palm to Anthonia's view and she gulped heavily slowly placing her hand on his and she felt a strong current.

That touch....

His fingers had rings on each of them adorning it and it felt cold to Anthonia.

The priest placed few flower petals on Anthonia's palm and they both reached and poured the petals into a burning flame in the middle of the alter and a chant began all made by the priest.

Then, the bride and groom were asked to stand up right after Anthonia's Mother tied a knot between them.

A neckwear made of numerous flower were given to both of them and they were asked to exchange it.

Anthoniabowed her head slightly as the groom wore around her neck and she did the same with a thumping heart.

Soon, they were asked to go round the flame seven times while the people present wished them well by throwing them flower petals.

Firstly, the bride would lead the way as they walked round the fire seven times.

Anthoniahad a heavy heart while doing the ritual.
Don't cry... Don't cry.. She encouraged herself.

Nathasha had an evil grin on.
Who knows, Anthonia's groom could be an ugly chipmunk.

Sriti had a huge fear within her but tried to suppress it.

Soon, the rounds stopped and the groom was made to take the lead and another seven turns began.

10:50pm....
Ten minutes left... Ten ..

10:53pm.
The rounds ended and the couples sat down and a necklace was given to the groom.

A traditional wedding necklace.
It was joined to a pendant in the shape of a butterfly but not a butterfly... The pendant was joined to the lace which was bronze... and like a small chain.

The groom unhooked it and turned slightly reaching for Anthonia's neck.
10:58pm...

The groom was given a tiny box of vermilion as he picked some red powder from it and slightly lifted Anthonia's veil to only his seeing as he applied it on her center hair parting and Anthoniafelt her breath caught up as everyone began to clap happily.

They were finally married.

"With this, you are joined by the power of the Almighty" The priest concluded.

11pm!
The auspicious time was gone and they were now married.

The groom took Anthonia's hand as both stood up.
It was time to get their blessings and for the newly wed couples to reveal themselves.

The new couples stood before Mr. Rathord as the groom faced the bride and slowly lifted her veil.

Everyone around clapped and cheered and Anthoniaslowly reached out and unveiled her groom.

Everyone anticipated.
How does he look?

Mrs. Singh had a huge smile on as Anthonialifted the flowers revealing his face.

A gasp escaped her lips as everyone cheered.

Aditi!?.
India's most famous hot and s*xy but cute playboy and bachelor!

The same guy Nathasha had been crushing on!

The couples touched the feet of their elders taking their blessings.

Nathasha was most stunned.
She had Anthoniaget married to her huge crush!

Hot tears formed up in her eyes as she ran away. Drama queen..

Anthonia POV

With every step I took, I poured the rice over my head and behind me in great tears.

Am leaving.. finally.
Mother held unto the tray taking each step with me.

I finally got to the exit... out of the Mansion and out of were I grew up in.

Mother pulled me into a warm hug as I held unto her.

"Mummy.." I cried.
"Enough my child.. it's okay. Am always with you okay" She cooed and I nodded slowly then moved to hug Krishi and Kaeya.

Gosh!
I feel so broken.

With tears filled eyes, I slowly headed for the flashy Jeep in the middle of four jeeps having power bikes which would lead them and also trail behind.

A uniformed guard opened the door and I gulped getting into the jeep while Kaeya helped in arranging my saree after I got seated.

"Bye B!" She waved sadly and I nodded as she stepped away and the door shut.

The sound made my heart jump and no sooner, the jeeps were moving as everyone waved till we were out of sight.

I exhaled lowly and glanced at my side to see him.. My husband.

He was slowly chewing a gum and operating on his phone.

Jeez!
He had a highly weird aura around him.

Sriti POV

I palmed my lips as I watched my baby go..
My sweetest Anthoniahas finally been married off.

I couldn't even show her enough love during her final days here in this house.

In my sad state, someone hugged me from behind and I arched my neck to see Krishi who then released me and stood before me.

"It's okay Mother. I believe she will be happy in her new home cause I am certain the Singh's are really nice people. We both know Anthoniawould be sad to see you like this. " Krishi said.

" Yes Mother" I heard Kaeya chip in and I smiled.

"I love you girls so much" I sighed pulling them both in a big hug.

Be happy Anthonia...
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Location: Singh's Mansion
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Janvi POV

"O MY GOSH! She is here!" I shrieked scuttling to the door with a prayer plate to welcome them.

I had gone back home immediately after the wedding to join my cousin sisters to get things ready... Especially the room of the new couples..

They got to the door and paused as I lifted the prayer plate happily and began the welcoming ritual.

I stepped aside for the bride to play her part.

Anthonia POV

A huge and wide pan filled with red liquid was brought and placed right after a small pot of rice which was before me.

I held my large heavy skirt lifting it as I slightly kicked the pot of rice and it slipped pouring out its contents.

I walked across the pot and into the liquid pan.

I could feel the liquid surround my feet as I held my skirt firmly and stepped out carefully walking to a part of the Mansion to complete the ritual.

Writer POV

Inside the beautifully decided room was Anthoniawho sat at the edge of the bed backing the door view as her face was covered with her veil.

The bed which she sat on was greatly decorated.

Strings and rows of flowers were drawn atop the bed in a canopy form as the sheets were pure white and red petals covered the bed.

The bed was a king sized bed with a huge bedframe made out of greatly polished wood with designs made out of crystals around it.

Anthoniastayed put totally nervous.
Krishi and Janvi just left to go get Aditi and Anthoniacould not comprehend what she was feeling.
She could now hear clear chattering.

Outside the large room door which was wooden but really strong with golden handles stood Krishi and Janvi who obstructed Aditi and his friends.

"You can not see her yet.. You will have to pay up. Right Krishi?" Janvi sneered as Krishi chuckled nodding.

" Com'on man.. pay up else you can not meet your wife." Karan- one of Aditi friends jeered as he scoffed then exhaled dipping his hand into his pocket and took out his wallet bringing out two bundles of currencies then gave each to Krishi and Janvi.

Not as if he wants to see his bride badly.
He is too tired and needs rest.

"The man!" Karan and Vicky.. hailed him as he rolled his eyeballs heading for the door as the ladies gave way while staring at the money.

The room door opened and closed making Anthoniastop breathing for a second.
She could feel his gaze on her.
Goodness!

Aditi scoffed staring at her. So he is now married?...

Something he couldn't believe.
Well... He has decided to let her know he is the boss now.

Anthoniasoon got out of her shell.
If she keeps cowering, he would see her to be weak and she doesn't want that.

She is going to tell him to his face that she only married him to the wish of her inconsiderate Father!

She got off the bed moving her veil as she held her skirt marching towards Aditi who in turn was stunned as she gave him a tough glare.

"Just so you know..." She began pointing at him as her numerous bangles clashed.

".. ion like you... Neither do I like any of this! I am only married to you cause of my Father.. "She snapped as he stared at her icily as if none of her words moved him.

Okay... She just acted really st*pid now.

Aditi scoffed staring at her deeply.

Gee.. His features were so amazing.
Those eyes of black that radiated, his lashes.. long and full.. his pretty face and cute nose.. together with his black shinny full hair which flopped over his left eye partially.. they all got her staring.

His golden pin earring suited his left ear perfectly.

A perfect demi-god...