It's Not All Roses Unexpected trip

The kitchen

Khushi

Manyata where are we going?

Mrs Manyata is a bit uneasy.

Mrs Manyata

Uhm… actually Khushi we are going grocery shopping.

Khushi

* with a smile * I'm okay with grocery shopping.

Khushi’s mind

Ever since I came back I've always been busy with the company matters...

My usual routine has always been from home to the company and vice versa.

And uncle and Manyata…

They also have been busy looking after me

Ever since I came back.

I need to reward them for their dedication.

Khushi

Manyata after grocery shopping I have a place that I want to go.

Mrs Manyata

Okay i'll return home after shopping. But where… * stop abruptly *

Khushi

It’s okay, you can ask.

Mrs Manyata’s mind.

I’m curious.

But I won’t ask, it's bad manners.

Where can she go exactly ?

Mrs Manyata

Eh, Hey ! You are free to go wherever you want, girl.

Khushi

* smiles back at Manyata's reply *

Mrs Manyata

Now go get ready, put something simple as the market we are going is quite messy but has good products.

Khushi

Ok, give me five minutes.

Shortly after

Outside the mansion

Khushi is sitting at the doorstep waiting for Mrs Manyata who is late.

Mrs Manyata rushing out in a hurry.

Mrs Manyata

Sorry Sorry

Khushi is awestruck to see Mrs Manyata in a traditional indian wear : the saree.

Khushi

You look beautiful Manyata.

Mrs Manyata

Eh hey, you're pulling my leg.This is too old and worn out already see these sew patches here and there.

Khushi

No, I meant you look beautiful in this type of clothing.

Mrs Manyata

Do you want to wear this type of clothing ? I can show you some shops around if you want.

Khushi

Uhm… No. I’m ok, Manyata. Maybe next time.

Mrs Manyata’s mind.

Don’t you worry.

I’ll find you a good traditional dress for this upcoming festival.

You can’t say no then.

Khushi

Get in the car Manyata.

Mrs Manyata

The driver isn’t here yet.

Khushi

I’ll drive today.

Mrs Manyata

This is India, Khushi. The street is always crowded, I don’t want you to cause any trouble of any sort.

Khushi

Ok, as you say.

Mrs Manyata yelling towards the driver rest area

Mrs Manyata

अरे ओह ! ड्राइवर बाबू, कहन मार गाए ?

Driver Babu

जी अया मेमसाब !

Mrs Manyata

हमें बाजार तक छोड़ दो l

Driver Babu

जी मेमसाब।

A while later

The entrance of the market

Driver Babu

मेमसाब कार अंदर नहीं जा सकती।

Mrs Manyata

इक घन्टे में हम यहाँ पार मिलेंगे। थिक है।

Driver Babu

जी मेमसाब।

Mrs Manyata

Let’s go, Khushi.

Khushi

This is really a busy place. Thank god I listened to you and didn’t drive.

Mrs Manyata

Hehe, I always give good advice.

Khushi smiles back

Mrs Manyata

Be close and follow my lead

Khushi's hand reaches out

Khushi grabbed Mrs Manyata’s saree.

Mrs Manyata smiles at Khushi sudden vulnerability

Mrs Manyata leads the way and buys what she needs.

Mrs Manyata

Tell me if you want to buy something

Khushi

Khushi nods while looking everywhere

Time passes by

Mrs Manyata’s shopping is almost done.

Mrs Manyata

Did you find something you want ? * looking towards Khushi *

Mrs Manyata’s mind

She looks pale.

Khushi

Yes. Are you done with your purchase ?

Mrs Manyata

[ to the vendor ] येलो १० रुपये। [ to Khushi ] Are you okay ?

Khushi

Huh ?

Mrs Manyata

You look unwell dear. Let’s head back home.

Khushi

I’m fine. It’s just that I had a hard time following you around in this crowded market.

Mrs Manyata

Sorry, I should have been taking care of you also.

Khushi

No need to say sorry Manyata. It's just that i'm not used to this type of atmosphere

Mrs Manyata

If you say so. But do tell me if you want to leave right away, okay.

Khushi

Lets go.

Khushi points towards a clothing stall

In front of the clothing stall

Khushi

Manyata I want to buy clothes for you.

Mrs Manyata

Why ? * confused *

Khushi

You and uncle have helped me a lot lately and in return i want to compensate for your service

Mrs Manyata

Eh Hey ! Am I only a servant to you ?

Khushi

No ! No ! You've misunderstood me.

Mrs Manyata

I know what you mean, it feels good to tease you around once in a while * with a smile *

Khushi

Hurry, make your choice before I change my mind.

Mrs Manyata

Hey, good things are not done in a hurry.

Khushi

Help me in choosing one for Uncle too.

30 minutes later

At the entrance of the market

Mrs Manyata

The driver is already here Khushi. You take the car, i'll head back home in a rickshaw.

Khushi

No need to call for a rickshaw. I am going home too.

Mrs Manyata

What about the place you wanted to go to ?

* to be continued *

* Author *

Namaste 🙏

* Author *

Hello dear readers. I have a question for you all. What upcoming festival do you think Manyata was thinking about ? Be sure to comment. Maybe i choose your suggestion for the future update. Good luck to you all.