The next day felt the longest. Lara was constantly looking at her watch. With every passing minute, the time to meet her beloved was getting a step closer. She had to look the best. She couldn't upset Aamon right on the first date itself.

It was 2 p.m. now. "I think I should get ready," said Lara to herself. She picked up the bag in which her dress was supposed to be. When she opened it she was shocked!

It wasn't the same simple dress she had chosen for herself but there was a beautiful silk black mermaid gown with a deep cleavage and shimmering front. She thought that the sailsman had packed it by mistake. She immediately gave Anita a ring.

When the phone was received, Lara asked in a worry, "Hello Anita....you know what....that dress which I had got yesterday isn't the one I had chosen. It's another one. Do you still have the bill so that I can go to the mall and exchange it?"

"No Lara....there's no need. Actually I had changed the dress. The one you chose was too simple. You should look beautiful right...I mean you are already beautiful....but still....a beautiful dress enhances the beauty of a beautiful lady...am I correct?" It was Karan who had received the call.
"But there was no need Karan. I don't like such expensive gifts. I'm feeling very guilty," said Lara.

"Lara...don't look at the price....well I got you that one because it'll really suit you. Please wear it and come today. And sorry for receiving this call...actually Anita has gone to the parlour leaving her cell phone at home. So I saw your name on the display and....." said Karan.

"Yeah....that's okay...but please....next time I am not going to come with you guys for shopping. I don't like to be a burden...okay bye," Lara said.

She got ready quickly....she was simple yet she looked like a princess. She heard the honk of a car. Looking down from her window, she saw it was Aamon. She hurriedly went downstairs.

"Hii Aamon," she said smiling at him. Aamon looked at her and couldn't believe his eyes. She looked like an angel. Her long hairs were open and were dancing to the tune of breeze. Her blue eyes looked beautiful in that smoky effect. Her dress looked as if it was made only for her. Aamon couldn't help but stare at her and admire her beauty.

"Aamon....Aamon....open the door or should I stand here?" Lara said knocking at the half open window of the car and laughing at Aamon's expression.

"Yeah yeah...sorry...wait a minute," and he got down and opened the door for her.

They reached a huge building and then Aamon led her to a room.

Lara looked around the room. It was beautifully decorated with roses, balloons and lights. In the centre there was a table with a red cloth and on it, were kept beautifully decorated candles, a bunch of red and white roses, two wine glasses and a bottle of Rhenish wine. Slow music was being played in the background. It was all like she had dreamt of always.

Aamon wore a simple black shirt with a pair of light blue jeans. He had hair was set properly with gel. Lara looked at his man with love-filled eyes. He took Lara's hand in his and walked towards the table. Pulling out a chair for her like a true gentleman, he said, "Come sit.....Please...."

She smiled at his cuteness and sat down. Pouring out the wine, they raised the toss. They talked about a lot of things about college, about friends, and the like. Lara even told him about some of her childhood memories like how she had fallen in a pond when she was learning to ride her bicycle, how her parents and family were, how she always had a fear of ghosts and darkness and a lot of other memories.

"So Mr. Aamon Dias....I didn't know that you were so romantic. I mean I need to learn more about you...but still....you know....from the way you talk with me....I never thought that you'll do so much for me," Lara said, her face beamng with joy.

"Glad you liked it! I hope it isn't boring. I've never done these things so......I don't know what you'll like. I just tried," he said scratching his neck out of shyness.

"Aamon it's beautiful. I just love it. It's everything I ever wanted on my first date. Everything is just so perfect. I can't beleive my eyes," she said happily.

"Well...I think this isn't as beautiful as you. You look really very gorgeous today," he said smiling.

She blushed and turned red when Aamon called her beautiful and gorgeous. Seeing him smiling for the first time, she couldn't resist saying, "Thank you so much! By the way you look even more handsome when you smile."

He held her hand and slowly brushed his finger on hers. That tingling sensation on her fingers excited her as well as made her feel very nervous.

"Black suits you. You look really hot in this shirt," Lara said blushing. Aamon smiled hearing her words and looked down as if he was blushing.

"Shall we have a dance together Lara?" He asked in a husky voice.

"I would love to dance with you," she replied. He held her hands and lead her to dance.

The music was slow and romantic. Aamon put a hand of his on Lara's waist while holding her hand with another. Lara looked into his eyes and then slowly put her other hand on his shoulders. They moved their bodies slowly into the tune of the music, their fingers locked together and eyes fixed on each other. It was as if the time had paused, the world was vanished......only the two of them and their love.

They moved slowly ahead and their distance was constantly decreasing. They were so close that they could feel each other's breath and Aamon could feel Lara's heart beating faster than usual. Lara always felt a strong pull towards him but this time it was much much much more.

"What happened? Are you okay?" he asked Lara holding her even tighter.

"Nothing....I'm just...just a bit nervous you know....This is all very new for me....Like a fantasy. I had always dreamt that the love of my life will make special arrangements for me, we'll dance and then...." she stopped abruptly and smiled with shyness.

"And then what? Tell me?" Aamon asked her removing a strand of hair from her face very gently. His touch gave her goosebumps.

"And then he'll hold me just the way you are holding and he'll kiss me," she finally disclosed and rested her head on his shoulders in shame.

"Then Lara Sen....I think I should make your fantasy come true," he whispered in her ears and made her look his face.

"Don't move your eyes away from mine. I wanna be lost in the depth of your eyes. The love I see for myself in your eyes, makes me fall for you even more. You know right...you are the most beautiful girl in this world," he said and slowly rested his lips on hers and kissed her.

She moved her face away and was all red. Biting her lips and looking down, she smiled.

"Don't close your eyes Lara.....Don't pull away from me. I wanna feel your lips. Don't resist me. I am yours and you are mine. I am just trying to get that which is mine. I love you so much. Don't you like this?" Aamon asked in such a loving way that Lara answered him at once, "No Aamon. It's nothing like that. I love you too dear!"

Closing her eyes she started kissing him but soon Aamon took the lead. This time it was much more passionate much more irresistible and uncontrollable.....without even a break.

Aamon bit Lara's lower lip. "Aahhh!!!" she gasped. "I am sorry....I didn't do it intentionally. Go to the washroom and wash the blood," said Aamon seeing a drop of blood on her lips. He seemed nervous and frightened, with his entire face covered up with sweat.

"It's alright Aamon.....I'm okay. There's no need to worry. It happens," Lara said in order to make him feel comfortable.

"I know....but please....please just wash it. Anyways it's 7:25 already and you'll be late for your friend's party," Aamon requested worriedly.

"Ya I'll quickly come," she agreed.
When she came back she didn't find Aamon in the room. She came downstairs and found him ready with his car.

He drove her to Anita's house. Before getting down the car, Lara asked Aamon,"Why don't you also join me for the party? Anita won't mind....rather I'm sure that she'll be the happiest to see you there."

"No...not today...someday later may be! You go and enjoy," he said kissing on her forehead and got down to open the door for her.

The house was beautifully decorated with lights. There were many cars lined up in the parking area. Probably most of the guests had already arrived.

Before entering she again looked at Aamon who was leaning against his car and seeing her depart. She was too happy to find her love. She would never forget that kiss all her life! She came back running and hugged him tightly, losing herself in his arms.

And after kissing him once more, she waved him a Goodbye........




© Alekshyaa Das