Wednesday, May 10, 2017

Ding Dong Ding Dong...
The shrill peals of the bell wafted throughout the house continuously. Why can't they wait for the door to be opened; it's like someone has put Fevicol on the bell switch and their finger, thought Amy as she slipped on the last button of her top and ran towards the door, ready to blast whoever it was outside. She opened her mouth along with the door, but both remained open. She couldn't say anything in front of the tight hug she got from her best friend Riya, who had sprung a surprise on her with a visit from Mumbai.
"My gosh Amy, what took you so long to open the door? My fingers are paining by all that ringing your damn bell," grinned Riya. "It's soo good to see you too dear," Amy laughed, " And mind you, you nearly got a beating from me for all that noise. And wow, you are looking so awesome. Dressed to kill someone? New boyfriend maybe?"
Riya jumped on the plush sofa and threw her bags around. "Arre nahi yaar, I was bored silly with hubby off to USA and kiddo out to her summer camp. So I thought I will drive down to Goa for a couple of days. I know you have a room ready for me always," laughed Riya. But no one could deny that she was looking hot with her clothes and her inherent sexiness. Tight faded blue jeans accentuated her rotund hips while the white top showed off a healthy body. Riya had always been that way right from their college days. She was the heartthrob of every second guy around, and she knew how to break hearts easily too. Amy was not bad looking by the way. Her tiny petite figure was no match to her friend, but she still had enough to attract people.
"So hubby not here and you dressed this way...I am sure some fish has been caught in your net," Amy couldn't help but ask. "If only," sighed Riya, " it's been a month since he is gone, and I m desperately missing him. But you know I am a Sati Savitri now," she sighed.
"Sati Savitri my foot," snapped Amy. She was well aware of what Riya was capable of. And they both laughed out loud.
"Arre seriously, kuch karo mere liye."
Amy pondered," What can I do yaar. It's not like we can go to the market and buy someone. Why don't you join some Kitty party group like me?"
"You and Ur parties!!! Guess you are of no use to me after all. Hai re meri kismat," nautanki Riya was at it again. Amy laughed and said," By the way, I have another bad news for you. There will be no one in the house tonight. I have to go to Margao for a family function. Hubby has gone to Belgaum and will be back tomorrow. I will return by early morning so u don't worry about breakfast etc. I am sorry, but I really can't miss the function".
Riya just couldn't believe her bad luck. She will have to stay all alone at night...and no one even to talk with. She could have gone to her mother's for the night, who stayed in the same town, but then why face unnecessary queries from her regarding her visit. She decided to spend the night by herself.
Amy left pretty soon, and Riya took the help of the TV to get entertained. She had an early dinner and crept in the bed in one of the guest rooms wishing for sleep which eluded her. She really needed some company, someone to talk to, some one who could help her pass the time, and probably the night. Not that she wanted to do anything wrong, but loneliness was not something she was used to. Lost in her thoughts, she was not aware of how much time had passed.
And just then she heard the main door lock click. She sat up in her bed at once. Who could it be? A robber? Amy? She was never so scared before.
And then she heard Roy's voice. Roy was Amy's husband. He must have returned a day early from his trip, she thought. Should she go out and greet him? She would have to dress properly for that, and she was not in any mood to do so. Maybe she will make tea for him in the morning and surprise him.
Very soon the house went silent once again. Roy must have gone to sleep, and so should she, but it was miles away from her. Her thoughts turned to Roy. He was a pretty good looking guy and very funny. He always put her at ease, and openly flirted everytime. She knew he used to eye her occasionally, but it wasn't something to worry about. After all, almost every guy she knew wanted to get in her sheets. But now the more she thought about it, the more she started feeling it, and it was troubling her. She desperately needed a guy, and there was one nearby. Should she go out to him? Will he tell Amy and destroy their friendship? Can she get him to agree that it's just a one time fling?
Just then the electricity went off, and the entire house, and town got wrapped in blackness. She was losing her control. She needed the warmth that he could provide to her, and there was no stopping her now. She would spent just an hour or so with him, and come back to her room. The darkness will hide her shame and her lust, even from her.
Clinging to her gown, she crept out of her bed and room, walked to the master bedroom, opened it slowly, and disappeared in the darkness.
Riya was in high spirits in the morning as she prepared breakfast for herself and Roy, who had still not got out of his room. Must be still lost in my dreams, she smiled, and hummed a song as she applied butter to a toast. The ringing of the doorbell brought her out of her thoughts and she opened the door - it was Amy with Roy.
She got confused for a second, but then cleared her thoughts and smiled. Roy must have gone out early to bring Amy back. Clearly he is scared that he will not be able to keep his hands off me.
"Glad you are up Riya. Did you know that Roy came home last night? He wasn't aware that you are inside."
"Oh, I didn't know," Riya said. "I must have been sound asleep."
"I guess so," Roy replied. "I rushed out as soon as I came to go to the function in Margao. Wanted to surprise Amy." Now it was the turn of Riya to be surprised once again. "By the way, my driver was sleeping here at night. Since I wasn't aware of your stay, I let him sleep here. Had told him to sleep on the sofa, but this bugger must have slept in my room. Hope he didn't scare you."
Just then they heard the sound of the flush of the toilet and a lean dark man with nearly rotten teeth came out. His face was pockmarked, and his clothes were a bit stained with grease. He smiled sheepishly while scratching his stomach, and stood in a corner. And intermittently stared at Amy while Roy scolded him. Riya just couldn't believe her bad luck. So this was the guy who she was with last night, thinking it was Roy!!! And all this while, Amy couldn't understand why the guy was smiling at her as if she was his girlfriend. And all that Roy could smell was the food. "Breakfast!!",  he exclaimed, as he ran towards the kitchen, leaving two very confused women behind along with a very lucky man!!!

Friday, May 5, 2017

Whither you go, my friend
Wag your tail, tis your only errand
As I pulled on your chain, in vain
A little boy me, and you, in the rain

You swooned over each bit, each pebble
As you pulled me over stinky rubble
Who lead whom, does it matter?
Two friends walking in silent chatter

Cocking your ears at every whisper
Pointing your tail, standing as you were
Rubbing your nose on my knees
Wetting it up after every sneeze

Every boy needs a friend like you
A part of his mischief, and bedlam too
If only you could sleep up in my bed
If only mom would let you, and not be mad

Now I walk alone in the rain and sun
I guess you had your share of fun
The chain still hangs behind the door
The walks now feel more like a chore

It's been just a day since you kicked the bucket
Silently, in your sleep, nary a racket
Just beautiful memories left back for me
A boy and his dog, we will always be