Third person point of view
The next day, they woke up late. Dev got up a little earlier than Aravind and made lunch for the both of them. He then woke Aravind up. The both of them took turns freshening up and had lunch. Dev also took a leave and stayed at home with Aravind. Their group was buzzing with all of them online.
" Shouldn't we tell them about it ? " Aravind said referring to their gang. Dev nodded. " Let's tell them now ". Aravind nodded. Dev texted in the group and asked if it is convenient for a video call. They all agreed and did it. They all talked to each other to catch up on their lives. " There is something we have to say ". Dev said. He looked at Aravind who nodded.
" We are dating ". There was silence. " Since when ? " Arjun asked. " It will be an year in a month ". There was silence again. The two of them waited for the others to react. " You three, make sure to transfer the money ". Arjun said and the three groaned. Dev and Aravind didn't understand what he was saying. " What are you talking about ? " He asked.
" Well... we did suspect that you guys might actually like each other for a while now. And we had a bet going on. These three said you were dating already but I said you guys wouldn't do so until last year. And unexpectedly I was right and won the bet ". Arjun grinned. The other three looked devastated while Dev and Aravind were shocked.
Arjun laughed at their misery. Aravind and Dev just looked at each other and laughed too. " So you guys are fine with this ? " Aravind asked. " What is there to not be fine about ? " Sushanth asked and the others agreed. They chatted for a while and hung up. Dev and Aravind felt relieved.
The people closest to them all knew it now and they had nothing to hide from them. Aravind turned to Dev and hugged him. He gave a hard kiss on his cheek and laughed at Dev's dumbfounded expression. " What was that for ? " " Just felt like it ". Dev shook his head with a smile.
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During the summer break, Latha visited along with her family. " Namaste ". She greeted them and Vasu also introduced all her family to them. They all talked and Vasu showed them their rooms. They all had breakfast together and then left to go out and look at all the places around. The first two days were spent on that.
Then, Krishna took them to their fields to go have a look around. " Uncle, I want to try planting them ". Latha's daughter asked looking at Krishna. " Sure ". Krishna smiled and called for Ravi. He took Latha's husband and children along with him. Vasu was working as he didn't get to take too many leaves.
Krishna looked at them and smiled. " How is Vasu doing ? " Latha asked. " Good I guess ". Krishna said and Latha laughed. " He is definitely happy. I can see it in his face ". Krishna didn't know how to feel about it. Latha smiled.
" Don't need to worry. He only had you in his heart. We were married for names sake but, it was as if we were roommates. I did because my parents didn't stop forcing me to and he was also the same. The both of us knew that it wasn't meant to sustain. The only time the both of us were able to smile happily was after our divorce. But I should say I got a good friend ".
She chuckled. " I don't know if he told you, but after meeting my husband I told him first and all about how I felt. He supported me and was there for us both ". She turned to smile at Krishna. " I am happy that he is also finally happy ". Krishna smiled. The uncomfortable feeling in his heart vanished after hearing her. Latha observed his face.
" You really are good looking, he always told me so. Considering you are like this now, you would've been even more when you were young ". Krishna shook his head. " Nothing like that ". Latha smiled narrowing her eyes. " No way. Wait, I think I saw a photo of yours once ". Krishna was shocked.
" Vasu showed it to me once. You were on a trip or something in it I think. The one you took with Vasu ". " He has that ? " Krishna asked with wide eyes. Latha nodded. They chatted for a while and the kids were also done playing. The rest of the days were spent with them doing various activities that could be done.
They left after a week. Vasu asked Krishna to stay the night at the farmhouse. Vasu expected Krishna to reject but he actually agreed. The both of them sat on the bed looking out the window. Vasu kept glancing at Krishna. " Say it if there is something ". Krishna couldn't take it. Vasu rubbed his neck. " I want to live with you ".
Krishna turned to look at Vasu. " I finally got the chance to be with you and I don't want to lose it. I don't think they will transfer me any soon. I won't let other people know, we can continue keeping it a secret just like you've wanted. There is no need for you to do anything too. You can just let me be by your side ".
Krishna grabbed Vasu's collar and pulled him closer. Vasu was shocked at Krishna's actions. " Fine ". Krishna said and kissed Vasu. Vasu stared with wide eyes. He looked down at Krishna who was kissing with his eyes closed. He also closed his eyes and kissed back. The kiss started getting heavier. Krishna was lying on his back with Vasu on top of him.
The both of them pulled away and knew what the other was thinking. " It is my first time. Be gentle ". Krishna said and Vasu nodded. He kissed Krishna's forehead. " Well... I never really did it with anyone too. So I guess we are even ". Krishna was surprised. Vasu kissed him again and he pushed all the thoughts away.
-MG