Replaced Wife of my first love

Chapter 28

Siya's pov:

I stood before the mirror, adorned in a vibrant pink saree, my hands intricately decorated with mehndi. I took a deep breath, my heart filled with excitement and nervousness, knowing that today is my first Karwa Chauth. The weight of tradition and love mingled within me, making the occasion feel surreal.

As I made my way to the living room, where my husband Zian, in-laws, Dadi, and Pihu were gathered, I couldn't help but feel a surge of gratitude for being a part of this family. My eyes met Zian's, who smiled warmly, understanding the emotions swirling in my heart.

Dadi's eyes glistened with pride as she spoke, "Ah, Siya, my dear! Today, you embark on this beautiful journey of love and devotion. Karwa Chauth is a special bond between a wife and her husband. It's a day to pray for his longevity and well-being."

I nodded, my voice was gentle as I replied, "Thank you, Dadi. I feel blessed to be a part of this tradition and to have such a loving family."

Pihu, the mischievous, chimed in, "Bhabhi, get ready for some fun! Karwa Chauth is not just about fasting, it's also about playful teasing and games." She winked playfully, and I couldn't help but smile.

As the day progressed, the women gathered together to perform the rituals. I was, holding a sieve with a lit diya, looked up at the moon through a thin veil. My voice quivered with emotion as I prayed, "Dear Chandra Dev, please bless my husband with health and happiness. May our love grow stronger with each passing moment."

Zian stood beside me, holding a glass of water, ready to break my fast. His gaze was filled with affection as he whispered, "Siya, you look resplendent today. Your dedication touches my heart, and I promise to cherish and protect you always."

I blushed, my eyes gleaming with love, "Thank you, Zian. I feel blessed to have you as my husband."

Dadi patted my back, "Blessings, my child. Your devotion will bring harmony and joy to this family."

As the night wore on, the family gathered for a feast. Pihu teased me, and we shared laughs and stories, strengthening our bond.

At the end of the night, as I lay beside Zian, my heart filled with joy and contentment, I whispered, "Today was truly special. I feel grateful for this beautiful journey we're embarking on together."

Zian held me close, "And I am grateful for you, Siya. You've brought happiness and love into our lives. Happy first Karwa Chauth, my beloved wife."

As we drifted off to sleep, I knew that this day would be etched in my heart forever—a memory of love, tradition, and the beginning of a new chapter in her life.

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Everything was going so well until today, it's my birthday and Zian is out of the country, it's been eight days since he went, I miss him, I wish he comes back quickly, he is coming next week, I was lying in my room, and was reading a book.

I don't know when sleep deprived me, I woke up with loud screaming and shouting "Happy Birthday Siya," I looked in front of me was Zian standing in front of me.

"How come you are here," I asked him, and was so so happy to see him, " Cause I don't want you to celebrate your birthday without me and most of all I was missing you," he said softly sitting next to me and then gave me a box. 

"What is this?" I asked him confused and then he replied,  "A present for a beautiful person," I started to open the box and there were some vintage letters.

My Siya,
I've spent hours trying to come up with something nice and creative to say to you today, but nothing sounded more true than wishing you a happy day, because happiness is the key to success, contentment, joy, and achievement.
And that is what I wish you, today and always because your happiness is my joy; and because your success is a good sign that I'm succeeding in giving you my love, attention and tranquillity in order for you to achieve your personal and professional goals.
You are a wonderful person and I feel so happy to be by your side, realizing that, just by being with you, time is not a burden but an important element for deepening the way we perceive the world, its mysteries and meaning.
Today I would like to wish you a lot of things. I want you to receive this letter as a confirmation of my so otten declared love. I want your soul to be filled with the hope to face the many years to come. I want you to have all the reasons in the world to smile and none to be sad. I want you to have the best, always. But, what I want the most, what I would really like, is to be close to you as soon as possible, so that, with a big kiss from me, you would also receive the wish for happiness that lies in my soul at this very moment. Happy birthday, adorable person.

Your Zian

My dear Siya,
As usual, I woke up today thinking about you, just as I go to sleep with you in my thoughts.
But today's a particularly bright and happy morning because it's your birthday, and the first thing I would like to do is to thank the Maker for putting you in this world and for being so healthy, beautiful and Cute. The second thing I would like to do is to show you my love and to let you know how important you are to me.
Siya, today ' your birthday but the gift is all mine because your existence is what really makes me happy and gives meaning to my life. All I wish for is that you share this happiness. All I want is to give you peace, tranquillity and love "for the rest of my life..."
I'm not good at writing letters but I tried it, a few very important words: I want you to always (and only!) have the best that I can give you and the best I have to offer right now is my love, my hand, my warm embrace and the comfort of my most passionate kisses.
Always count on me, not only today but every day, month, year... on every single birthday from now on. Always count on me because I love you and I want that love to withstand anything.
As I said at the beginning of this letter, it's your birthday but the gift is mine, for I feel like the happiest person in the world, a world that looks even nicer today as we celebrate another year of your existence. Once again, I want you to know you can always count on me and that I love you above everything else.

Loving kisses from your one and only Zian.

My adorable Siya,
You know I feel blessed to have a wife like you. You are less of a wife and more of an angel to me. I feel lucky to have you in my life.
You remember the day when we share our first kiss after that I was shocked and was feeling blushed I don't even know how to express this I never felt this way before, On this occasion of your birth anniversary, I want to make a promise to you that I will never be tired before I fulfil all of your dreams and wishes.
The day is special not only for you but also for me because there are no women in the whole world who can make me happy like you.
Giving thanks is not enough for your love, honour, sympathy and sincerity which you have shown to me.  Once again a very Happy Birthday.

Yours Zian.

I was smiling, feeling warm and fuzzy inside, and wanted to read the letter again and again and feel grateful for the kind words and sentiments expressed. This was the best gift that I got in my life I always wished that someone will write a letter to me, this was beyond my expectations.

I kept the letters in the box and hugs him tightly and murmured, "thank you, I never felt this happy on my birthday,"  He wraps his arms around my waist, and softly says, "I wanted to make you feel happy that's why I did this," I place my head on his shoulder and he leaves little kisses on my neck and cheek, then he wraps his arms around my neck pulling me closer to him, while I wrap my arms around his torso laying my head on his chest. He hugs me tightly as if I'm gonna slip away and never come back. I wrap both arms around his torso hugging him. "We loved with a love that was more than love." the love between him and I is so strong and powerful that it transcends the ordinary, and is almost destined to be.

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