Chapter 67 — Karwa Chauth

Ritika returned home that evening with a bright smile.

The moment she entered the Qureshi mansion, Shabana and Rehnaa noticed her expression.

Shabana: Beta, how was the interview?

Ritika smiled.

Ritika: It went well, Maa.

Rehnaa: I knew it would!

Shabana hugged her happily.

Shabana: I'm so proud of you, beta.

Ritika: Thank you, Maa.

Rehnaa: You were always meant to teach again.

Ritika smiled.

After a small pause, Ritika looked slightly hesitant.

Ritika: Maa...

Shabana: Hmm, beta?

Ritika: Tomorrow is Karwa Chauth.

Shabana smiled immediately.

Ritika: If you're okay with it... can I keep the fast?

Rehnaa looked at her warmly.

Rehnaa: Why are you asking permission, beta?

Ritika: I wasn't sure if you follow it here.

Rehnaa: Of course we do.

Shabana: You can keep it if you want to, beta. But don't do anything just because you feel you have to.

Ritika smiled.

Ritika: I want to.

Rehnaa: Then we will prepare everything together.

Shabana: I'll get the puja items ready.

Rehnaa: And we'll choose something beautiful for you to wear.

Ritika laughed softly.

Ritika: Thank you, Maa. Thank you, Phupi.

Rehnaa held her hand.

Rehnaa: Tomorrow is your first Karwa Chauth after marriage.

Shabana smiled.

Shabana: Arnav better behave himself tomorrow.

Ritika laughed.

Ritika: Maa!

Rehnaa: Your husband has already caused enough trouble.

Everyone laughed.

Ritika's face turned slightly red.

She didn't know what the next day would bring, but for the first time, she was looking forward to celebrating a tradition as Arnav's wife.