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VIAANSH'S POV
I exited the Singhania's house and it was my last day of dance class and today she will teach me the most important thing.
The balance.
I did pretty bad classes but I will manage somehow and I am pretty confident about myself.
I want to eat a good rava dosa but I will be late.
Sorry, dosa you are important but my Yashvi is more important than anyone else.
Oh and maybe it's the last time we'll spend time together before she rejects me. It's sad but I want the best for her.
I wish she would slap and just reject me. She has a tight technique in her hand.
Wait! Why am I thinking bad that she will reject? She can accept me as her boyfriend. I am cool, smart, handsome - a little and in a good fashion sense. Why these negative thoughts?
I thought while driving and it hit me hard. I had annoyed her my whole life and we never used to have one hand between ourselves. So, how can she call? I am afraid she might even laugh at me and make it go viral.
Though she was exactly the same like I still have a mark on my knee because of her nail scratch. I think it will be good if she accepts me and we start a new life together in an apartment.
I have seen an apartment and it's not that big like my home but with Yashvi it will be the whole world. I have got it in peach as it's her favourite style and what she likes, I love it the most.
I'm nervous if I get scolded again about my body posture. I can't do anything if i have a static posture. Also, I am growing old. I am gonna have a back ache soon or after.
I still remember when she came for the first time and how things went.
Flashback
" Woahh finally, now I will dance with my cutie pie" I snuggled my palm into my cheeks which were red as I am blushing since morning knowing I can dance and be a partner with her i will easily sideline Idhyah, he's so naive.
I know i shouldn't do this but Yashvi has to dance with me in a romantic song. I would love zara zara but this will be too much so ishq wala love is good. I love that song and she does too.
" Where's she? " I looked at the door and she will teach me in my home gym.
" Viaansh" I heard someone calling my name and it was so soft. Why do girls who learn dance I mean classical dances have such a soft essence in their voice.
Maybe, that's what they get trained for?
" Hello didi " I came to her who interrupted and said " Pranam "
" Pranam " I said nervously getting the hint.
" You are going to learn to dance so this is how you should greet your teacher and don't forget to wash your wash because you look like you are in deep sleep. This is very disrespectful. You should be attentive" I nodded but I want to learn a simple dance. She is so strict.
" Ok...so go and wash your face till then I will start the music" i nodded and like no time to talk.
I went to my face and slashed some water inside my eyes to look awake. My eyes always seem to be asleep since I joined the office. That manager doesn't let me have some sleep.
Just wait till i become CFO.
My first thing would be to fire him.
I have never even hated my school Hindi teacher that I hate him.
Oh that school teacher used to ship me with every freaking girl. I mean I am just talking. I was a monitor. Still, that orange hair had no shame.
And on the other hand her favourite student was Yashvi because she was a participant with her in a school project for inter school competition and used to accompany her in organising some Hindi programs. Guess, this is the place where she began organising.
Okay, but she looks like an angel in front of my devil manager. Why do I have to do more work because someone is married. I don't get it. I am single so what. I will mingle soon with Yashvi.
" Viaansh" I heard my name and quickly went out because she looked so dead serious about it. I thought she would be cool like other times but I shouldn't have pretended.
I wish I had taken dance classes in school instead of musical instruments.
" Didi , I am ready" I said and took my position just behind her.
" Ok...so you have to learn dance in only like one week or less so it is impossible" she dropped the bomb making my heart beat fast and my eyes were sad hearing her.
" But you said I will be able and i was so happy but you should have told me the truth. Thisisnotdoneandpleaseyouhavetodosomething-- "
" Oh Viaansh, listen to me and stop yapping " I opened my eyes which were shut down because of the words she spoke.
" I meant you will not be able to learn dance but I would teach you some steps and exercises which will help you to move your body flexibly" she rolled her eyes at me and I took a sigh of relief. I am very nonchalant sometimes but who cares - clearly I don't.
" Ok so let's start with the warm up " i nodded and stood behind her watching her figure from behind and she played a pop tune and started teaching me.
" Keep your hands on your waist and move it around in clock side maje syre uts slow and take proper round and your face should be straight, eyes into the mirror"
I did exactly what she said and started roaming my water in the clock side position. This feels amazing, man. I never knew it.
" Viaansh, your hips should be straight now. It's focusing on just your waist " I nodded and straightened myself.
" Okay, now anti clockwise just follow your waist now nothing else. " I nodded and she said I am doing better. What a quick learner I am!
" Now, next is to stretch your hands and touch your feet and make sure your knees don't bend " I nodded and this was easy I did it as my gym workout. It relaxed my muscles after the arm day.
" This is fun , Didi"
" Shut up and focus" she replied small. She is so strict on the first day itself.
" Ok, good job now jumping jacks it will help you to work simultaneously with your hands and legs. We will do thirty" I started and it's kinda boring.
When will the real fun begin? Wait,we're gonna do just a couple dances. Why is this much of a hard work-out?
" Okay now copy my movement, push your waist out and then in okay one more time" I did what she was doing and followed her instructions properly.
" Now with a little sway, just like this" I nodded and tried my best to get that perfect sway.
" Wow, Viaansh, not bad. You are doing exceptionally well. " I smiled and continued.
" Okay- the work out is over " we'll move to the steps.
" Okay first step is to feel confident. Don't just go with a blank face. There should be emotions. You should connect to the song.
I listened to her carefully and took mind notes.
" It's not easy as it sounds so make sure your ears are alert so that even if you feel nervous you can cover it with a vibe and don't forget to show facial expressions too. " I nodded and I won't feel nervous because I am dancing with Yashvi.
" I hope I will make her nervous " i grinned with the thought and can't wait to look at her eyes. Kya aashiq ban gya hoon?
( What lover have I become?)
" Ok now the next important thing is that you don't have to make the person feel uncomfortable and always try to hold that person softly. Don't look with the eyes of creep but a gentleman. " I nodded and at any point in my life i would not make her uncomfortable. I will respect her.
" How would I know if she's uncomfortable " i asked as anyways if i don't know Yashvi may feel uncomfortable.
" Body language, eye movement and facial expressions - if you feel she's moving away between the dance like making a gap then she's uncomfortable and if she's not making eye contact with you and blinking continuously this is also a sign and next her facial expressions "
I nodded and asked one more thing.
" How would I keep my good distance in the dance so that she is not comfortable in any way and enjoys it well ? "
" Nice-- the simple answer is being gentle and not you touching her inappropriately and if you're touching her waist make sure it's soft and gentle and by all that also she's uncomfortable make sure to not continue.
" I will keep that in mind. " She nodded and went to change the music into a slow romantic tune.
" Okay now give me your hand" i gave her both my hands.
" I said hand not hands " i flinched and took my left hand back.
" Now, the other hand should be in your back. With your right hand approach your partner and with all these your left leg should be back while right in front. A little bent of your body and have a soft smile on your lips. " I understood and she corrected my posture.
" Now,she will hold you and then you have to start your slow dance.
"These are the basic steps that look very beautiful and it will go on every song." I smiled and copied her steps. It was confusing but I can do anything.
" This is your performance or just dance. " She asked.
" Just a minute performance and then we'll dance together. " I explained to her trying to hold my balance.
" At the bachelorette party, it's an off idea " but I loved it. A chance to dance with her is everything.
" Yeah, but it's their special day and it's gonna be their best memory. Who cares? If someone wants to do this"
" You're right. This is a good idea but like no party like party one " she asked and I laughed getting her feelings.
" There will be at the sharp 10 PM but this will start at sharp 7 PM so it's a win win for them. "
" It's nicely executed" i nodded.
" Okay i hope this is good for today and one top doesn't move your hips too much. You're gonna be the centre of attention" she rolled her eyes and packed her handbag.
" You're roasting me the moment you came, this isn't fair. " I pouted knowing how dumb i would have been looking.
" I need to ping your mistake and about roasting you this is not even one percent my girl deals with whom I teach the classical dance "
With that she went away and I started my practice.
Flashback End
The next few days were rough and tough. She was just so strict but I can't blame her. I am a terrible student. The rest of the classes weren't like the first day.
" Okay " I looked back to see she had already arrived.
" So, today you have to show me your practice and I hope you are prepared because today is your last day " I nodded in yes and took my position and showed her my moves.
It's weird to dance alone. I feel like I am in a horror movie. A romantic one.
" Viaansh keeps your waist moving too " I heard and tried it but instead heard her laugh.
" Oh you look so funny " she kept her hand on her mouth and was falling back while I stood there like a statue.
" Oh I am still like the first day " I sat on the floor thinking I should give up. She'll be better with Idhyah.
" Offo " didi came towards me holding a wet tissue.
" This is not a day thing Viuu, you need years and years. See, here i have like 15 years of experience but my first five years were terrible. My guru ma also used to scold me but look day by day I have become what i wanted to be and don't worry I know you will rock it. See, you know every step i taught you. You are gonna impress your crush" I looked at her in horror and how come she.
" Don't be so surprised. Anybody can sense these days and how desperate you are to learn dance at the age of 25. " I scrunched my nose and I was making it very obvious.
" So...what should I do now? " I asked slowly.
" Nothing... You have learnt more than enough. Be confident and I know you will rock it like the other time " she encouraged me and I nodded with a slight chuckle.
" What's her name? " She asked suddenly making me quiet for a few seconds.
" Her name is Yashvi " I answered in a slow voice because even her name makes me feel goosebumps.
" Yashvi...ummm is that the girl you always fight when you were a kid " my eyes widened knowing whoever I told that I love her gonna ask the same.
Not knowing how to say yes I nod my head making her eyes widened.
" How come because your stories were very different ? "
" I don't know but we were spending a lot of time together and I also shared my turmoil which i haven't done with anyone without realising and she even went somewhere for months and that really made me sad. I was missing her so much and she was in my mind 24/7. It wasn't hard to know that I love her and even now talking about her gives me a strange sensation like shyness. I never felt sgy in my entire life " she listened to me carefully with a small smile.
" Well,I am impressed by you, Viuu. " She made fun of me and I couldn't help but blush.
" See cherry cheeks..let me take a picture "
I blushed so hard that it is clearly visible on my cheeks.
" Oh ho my younger brother is in love. I can't wait to choreograph your wedding ceremonies. " She said.