One fine evening there was a party at home in regards to Rahul's promotion. Everyone was invited family, friends, relatives including Rahul's Boss and his wife and other office colleagues. Rahul was so excited to celebrate his success in the corporate world.
Riya, whose life so far has revolved around Rahul and his family's needs, wants, and dreams didn't stand up and speak up for herself ever. Riya was supposed to arrive early at home as she was the host, although she had done all her arrangements and everything was set and on time for the party. But she got late due to her meeting in the office.
Riya soon after reaching..."Darling! just 10 minutes, I will get ready and join.
Rahul and Riya had good relations but every relation has some issues here and there. Riya's life could have taken a different course but she harbored the dream of being the best wife and opted for just a 9-5 job and gave up on her passion for music as she was a talented singer.
Rahul was a go-getter and his mind and heart were set on his goals always and he could do anything in his capacity to achieve it.
And the day has come in Rahul's life. Riya too was on cloud nine, but somehow she couldn't make out to come early.
Once she got ready and came down at the party-hall, all were surprised to see Riya, as she was looking so beautiful.
But Rahul sarcastically--- " Huh, you and your 10 minutes."
Riya was getting many appreciating comments for her beauty and for her wonderful arrangements but she was upset as Rahul was angry, still, she kept the smile on her face.
Rahul somehow managed to control his anger, as all were asking for Riya as she reached late in the party although he kept on saying that- all the arrangements have been done by Riya, so she might have stuck somewhere.
But this behavior was just to express everyone that everything was normal, deep inside he just wanted to hear from Riya --- Why she got late and embarrassed him in front of all? What all colleagues might be thinking that my wife is not happy in my success. She is so busy with her job that she could not make out to reach on time.
Coming back to himself, As the party got over--- Rahul yelled, " Riya, do you have any idea what I was going through when all were asking for you?"
How bad my boss and his wife might have felt, when you were so late as well you didn't mix up properly, you were busy with your family members and friends.
All those comments I will get to know tomorrow when I will reach office- Narcissistic, Egoistic, Akadu hai, Pati -Patni ki banti nahi shayad, and what all.
Rahul enough--- for the very first time Riya answered.
"Me Akadu, Egoistic, Me? Have you ever seen yourself standing in my place? Maybe you wanted a Robot as a wife, not a wife. A Robot that never gets tired, whose voice tinkles after running all day long. Even less, there is a smile on the face at any time of the day. The Robot who does household work, handles office, keeps the husband and family happy as well as ready to please his husband on bed and remains an ideal daughter-in-law among relatives and friends.
Have you thought even once how happy I was, after hearing your success story? Did I complain about anything that how I will manage everything alone for your party? You are also aware that what all efforts I took to make it a happening event. I was happy to do so as you too know I am creative in my work, I will do it in a better way. All were happy and appreciated well for my efforts.
Rahul--- so what! For this, I could have easily hired a party organizer who could have done it in a much better way.
After hearing this Riya's world comes crumbling down when her fiercely ambitious husband has no place for her emotions.
Riya took her bag and said I think we need a break. This is not my cup of tea. I cannot live anymore like a Robot. I also get exhausted and I have that right to express what I feel. Do not snatch away my right to be a human being. Do not consider me a WAX DOLL who is lifeless. The pain inside her burst out into tears.
Soon the communication started to fail and the night started to get real sour, real quick. As she shut down, more and more Rahul thought what in the world he was going to do without her presence. It was late, and the night was already at its end, but all he wanted to make Riya feel better somehow.
Riya on the other side after thinking about an uncalled incident, delve upon and question her life choices and their marriage. But at the same time she was happy inside that at least she stood up for herself. The only thing which was juggling inside her was, what should be my next step should I leave or should I give time to Rahul to realize his mistakes, but how long I will do the same, He is a man without heart it seems, every now and then he makes me feel that I am not good enough. Marriage is a mutual understanding and a life long commitment. It is more than a physical union. It requires falling in love many times, with the same person. It should bring happiness to your life. It is our memories of togetherness, forgiveness of mistakes, and a promise to never give up on each other. But am I the only one who has to give a thought always to maintain our relationship? I need my love, care, and respect as well. If our roots are deep, Rahul should stop me. Oh my dear lord! Please help me to make the right decision. I don't want to give up like this but at the same time I cannot carry on without keeping myself happy.
Rahul deep inside was feeling very low and realized that he never understood Riya's loneliness and pain and always molded her according to his and his family's needs. He never asked her about her choices, likes, and dislikes. He never realized before that his life could come to a standstill without her. He understood that Riya needs a best friend in him, with whom she can share her joys and sorrows. Marriage is not only a physical bond that pleases you and gives you satisfaction, It is much more than that.
Coming back to himself, Riya listen---Rahul in a gentle tone of his voice.
Riya please forgive me, burst it off as a one-off incident and please move on. Riya please don't give up and don't keep our relation on stake. I am sorry for disrespecting you. Riya forget about this night, and think that it never happened. Please give me a second chance. A while later, Rahul took Riya in his arms and promised himself that he would never disrespect her and will give her the right to follow her dreams and passion!!!
A marriage is a bond between two imperfect people. Every marriage has some of the other grounds for divorce. We are aware of the facts of divorce, increasing at an alarming rate.
Like Riya and Rahul, we all are facing some of the other issues in our married life but it is not the solution to give up.
We should always try to nurture our relationship in a beautiful way than before. A paper won't guarantee your relationship, that you will be together forever, it's love, respect, trust, and understanding. Mistakes happen its human nature, and it can be on either side. So, faith in your relationship to make it last forever. Respect the differences and accept and appreciate the similarities, is the base of a great relationship.
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