Nikolai came home with a big smile
"Why isn't it my favorite foolish bestie?" a man said as Nikolai turned to see a young man sitting while smoking
"Aww look who it is My favorite coward is back and he still looks ugly as fuck Aww that's an embarrassment" Nikolai said as they watched him
The man smirked
"Oh dearest fool who did you threaten or drag into marriage with a Monstrous Beast Who is she?" He said
His name was Kieran Sokolov half Belarusian half Russian Nikolai's childhood best friend since they were in kindergarten
"Cut it out you two" Daira said giving Leonid coffee
He kissed her
"Last night's rounds are stuck in my heart Can I get five more later?" Leonid whispered
"You got yourself a deal big daddy" she whispered and kissed him
Kieran smirked at Nikolai
"Foolish asshole"
Nikolai said as they both hugged
"I miss your ignorant face" he said
"I hate you too" Kieran said
They hugged tightly
"Anyways who is she that caught those ugly eyes of yours?" He said
"Don't worry I have a surprise for you" Nikolai said as they spoke catching up
It was morning as today was Jaggo (The families hold a traditional Punjabi night celebration with singing dancing decorated vessels and festivities)
"I go give Dada otay?" Mila said
"Okay baby I love you" Lilith (Mhaira) said
"I wuv you bigggggg too Mama" She said
As the guards about 40 guided her to the car they drove off
Ariz was still asleep He got a high fever as Nishi injected him
Riyana stroked his hair gently
"Let him sleep a bit When he wakes up he takes this" she said
Riyana patted his hair
Meanwhile
"So Nikolai come on tell me what her name!" Kieran said
"Nope" Nikolai said
As he whined
"I hear Morin!!!!!!" Mila said as she waddled in
"Hii Mimi baby!" They all said
"Who the kid?" Kieran said
Mila looked at him
His eyes widened when he saw her blue eyes very identical to Nikolai
"Nick?" He said
Nikolai looked at him
He looked at both of them from the daughter to the father and back to the daughter
"Hi Dada Mama said you fed milwk to me" Mila said tapping herself
"YOU HAVE A FREAKING DAUGHTER NIKOLAI!?" Kieran said
As Mila waddled to him
"Unca shhhhhhhh" she said
"Come here sweetie" Nikolai said as she waddled to him
Salvatore gave him bottles all wrapped up
"Nikolai said she nodded
"Alright my baby let's feed you" Nikolai said as he fed her
Shortbread and mini cupcakes
"All done love" Riyana said as she tied Rafsan's hair
"Thank you Mumma" he said
As Sohan and Desmond were in the gym
Riyana dropped coffee
"What have you been feeding Ria She more and more beautiful" Desmond said
"My money and she my beauty" Sohan said as he kissed her
She smiled
"Don't stress much my love and it almost nap time for you" he said
"Let me wrap up a few things in the kitchen a bit" Riyana said as she left
"Full?" Nikolai said
Mila nodded
As he washed his hands and sat on the rocking chair
Kieran watched his best friend
Mila zipped up her hoodie jumper and he carried her in his arms
She kissed his nose as he took a bottle and began feeding her sweetly patting her softly
Mila drank and every single one and slowly fell asleep as he rubbed her belly
After 3 bottles she was completely knocked out
He kissed her forehead and patted her back
He wrapped her with a cozy blanket
"She looks very beautiful I'm sure it's from her mama not you" Kieran said
"Fuck yeah asshole" Nikolai said
As Mila slept on his chest
Lilith (Mhaira) was dressed in The bride wears an extraordinarily glamorous traditional Punjabi Jaggo ensemble in deep Royal Purple vibrant Fuchsia and luxurious Metallic Gold with a festive regal appearance designed for the lively Jaggo night
Her outfit was a magnificent Fuchsia Punjabi Patiala style lehenga suit featuring a heavily embellished short kameez with intricate Metallic Gold Zardozi Dabka Nakshi Resham sequins pearls and crystal embroidery forming elaborate Punjabi floral motifs paisleys vines and traditional geometric patterns
The Patiala salwar was made from rich Royal Purple silk brocade with multiple flowing pleats and an elaborate Metallic Gold embroidered border creating beautiful movement as she danced during the Jaggo celebrations
Over the outfit she wore a spectacular Royal Purple Phulkari inspired dupatta with brilliant Fuchsia floral embroidery and an exceptionally wide Metallic Gold border covered in tiny pearls sequins and shimmering embellishments
Her waist was accentuated with an ornate Metallic Gold Kamarbandh decorated with dangling pearls and tiny Purple and Fuchsia gemstones
She wore an elaborate Punjabi Tikka and Matha Patti oversized traditional Punjabi Jhumkas a magnificent Choker with layered Pearl Haar ornate Hathphool stacked Purple and Gold bangles Fuchsia glass bangles delicate rings and traditional Punjabi anklets
Her hair was styled in a voluminous Punjabi bridal braid decorated with fresh Fuchsia roses Royal Purple flowers pearl strands golden Paranda and delicate traditional hair ornaments
She carried a magnificent Jaggo decorated with glowing golden Diyas and colorful floral embellishments creating a spectacular traditional Punjabi celebration aesthetic
Her footwear consisted of luxurious Royal Purple Punjabi Juttis covered in Fuchsia embroidery Metallic Gold threadwork pearls and tiny crystals
Her makeup was radiant and festive with Plum and Fuchsia smoky eyes shimmering Gold eyelids dramatic eyeliner glowing skin soft Rose Gold highlights and a rich Fuchsia Berry lip
The complete look was royal vibrant traditional Punjabi feminine extravagant and perfect for a grand Jaggo celebration with the Fuchsia creating the festive energy Royal Purple providing regal depth and Metallic Gold giving the entire outfit an unmistakably luxurious royal finish
As Bhairavi placed decorated earthen pots on Lilith (Mhaira)'s head she and the others began the ceremony
Jaggo means wake up or stay awake in Punjabi
They all sang loudly officially inviting the neighbors to the wedding
Lily (Mihu) balanced the pot well on her head
Nikolai was asleep all night from noon as he had a dream
In that dream he saw a bleeding flower and Riyana in tears as people were insulting her
He saw Daya with a smirk as Riyana covered her ears
The flowers behind her were bleeding
He woke up immediately looking around then sat up rubbing his face
"If I find out she made Mother cry and insulted her she will mark her end" he said
As he entered the bathroom and cleaned himself up
Meanwhile downstairs Hassan held Noor's bump
"I got it" he said with a yawn
She was due to her date soon
Austin stopped talking to Dr Liv
She gave him his medicine and he nodded
"No talks Just professional"
And it made her heart break
His name on her palm darker so much
Nikolai saw Lilith (Mhaira) Jaggo videos all night till 8:00 and she was now asleep with Mila in her arms
He ate as they sat outside working
Kalma got ₽6 trillion from her company as they all received money and continued working
It was 3:40pm
Today was the Royal Dholki Night (Family members gather for traditional Punjabi songs accompanied by dholki)
Everywhere was decorated in Burgundy Plum Antique Gold
Mila stayed home all day
Sohan fed her
Sana Hania they ate
Zafraan was working
Clara sneezed
She wiped her nose and sneaked again
He caught her before she could fall
"Got you love" he said
"Your burning up baby" he said again
"It—" she said and sneezed again
He sat her down
"Come on Lara your a doctor yourself how did you get sick?" He said teasing her
She frowned adorably at him
He kissed her
"No no your get sick too" she said
He kissed her deeply more
"I don't care" he said as he gave her pills
She told him as he put her to sleep
"I love you Zee" she mumbled
"I love you so much Lara" Zafraan said
He kissed her forehead
Nikolai and his family walked in
He wore an exceptionally luxurious deep Burgundy velvet Punjabi Sherwani with a regal tailored silhouette and elaborate Antique Gold embroidery
The sherwani featured intricate Zardozi Dabka Nakshi Resham paisley motifs floral vines and traditional Mughal inspired patterns with especially detailed Antique Gold embroidery around the collar cuffs shoulders and front placket
Underneath he wore a rich Plum silk kurta providing a sophisticated tonal contrast against the Burgundy velvet
His trousers were crafted from luxurious Antique Gold silk with subtle woven patterns and a soft luminous finish
He completed the ensemble with a magnificent Burgundy and Plum Punjabi Safa decorated with Antique Gold detailing and an ornate Antique Gold Kalgi featuring pearls and a deep jewel centerpiece
His accessories included an Antique Gold brooch layered Pearl Mala an elegant watch ornate cufflinks statement ring and luxurious Burgundy velvet Punjabi Juttis with Plum silk panels and Antique Gold embroidery
"Hi Dada!" Mila said while Aklima fed her
She arrived yesterday
"Amma (mother)" he said taking her blessings
She took her shoes and began smacking him
"Mother ouch ouch ouch ouch!!!!!" Nikolai said
"Hit him well!" Kieran said
"Forgive me ouch!" Nikolai said
As she grabbed his ears
"I warned you didn't I?" Aklima said
"Yes Amma (mother!)" he said
She scolded him
Mila giggled at them clapping
He rubbed his ears
"Foolish man" she said
"Am sorry" he said
As Lilith (Mhaira) came down with a breathtaking Burgundy and Plum Punjabi Dholki ensemble with luxurious Antique Gold detailing designed to feel regal festive romantic and richly traditional
Her outfit was a magnificent deep Burgundy velvet and silk Punjabi sharara suit with a flowing heavily embroidered sharara featuring intricate Antique Gold Zardozi Dabka Nakshi Resham sequins pearls and delicate metallic threadwork
The hem was decorated with an extravagant Antique Gold border featuring traditional Punjabi floral motifs paisleys vines and miniature ornamental patterns
Her short Plum velvet kameez was fitted elegantly at the waist and covered with elaborate Antique Gold embroidery with delicate Burgundy floral accents and tiny antique gold sequins
Her dupatta was a luxurious sheer Plum organza edged with an exceptionally wide Burgundy and Antique Gold embroidered border scattered with tiny pearls antique gold motifs and delicate tassels
Her jewelry consisted of an elaborate Antique Gold Matha Patti Punjabi Tikka oversized Jhumkas an ornate Choker layered Rani Haar Hathphool stacked Antique Gold bangles Burgundy glass bangles delicate rings and traditional anklets
Her hair was styled in a long elegant Punjabi braid decorated with Burgundy roses Plum flowers Antique Gold hair ornaments pearl strands and a magnificent embroidered Paranda
Her makeup featured deep Plum smoky eyes Antique Gold shimmer defined eyeliner glowing skin warm golden highlights softly sculpted cheeks and a rich Burgundy Berry lip
She wore luxurious Burgundy Punjabi Juttis embroidered with Plum silk Antique Gold threadwork pearls and tiny crystals making her look like a magnificent royal Punjabi bride celebrating beneath warm golden Dholki lights
"Oh my lord" Kieran said
"Hi Nikki!" she said
"Nikki?" Kieran said
"Hey My princess" Nikolai said as he hugged her
"Jesus Christ!!" Kieran said holding his chest with a gasp
"Hello am Lily" she said
"Wawwwwwww even your voice is beautiful Ms Lily You are Gorgeous" he said
"Thank you" she said
"Am Kieran This asshole Best friend since birth" he said
She shook his hand
"This is my wife and the mother of my daughter Lilith Sohan Muard" Nikolai said
"Wait The Gem of the obsidian trail?" He said
They nodded
"Come on guys!" Ariz said as they all sat
Mila waddled on stage as she swung her little hips according to the music
"Tooh Tooh Tooh Tooh" they said
Mila swung her hips
Nikolai and Lilith (Mhaira) clapped
"Look at her" she said
As the song began
Amala: English mein kende booty shooty (Translation: In English they call it booty shooty) (Step forward with a playful shoulder bounce point outward on English then make two quick side steps with a confident pose)
Reyan: Punjabi vich tooh tooh tooh (Translation: In Punjabi it's tooh tooh tooh) (Three rhythmic bhangra foot stamps alternating the arms upward on each beat)
Ariz: English mein kende booty shooty (Translation: In English they call it booty shooty) (Repeat the traveling steps with a playful head tilt and wrist flick)
Aniket: Punjabi vich tooh tooh tooh (Translation: In Punjabi it's tooh tooh tooh) (Three quick bhangra steps finishing with both arms raised)
Karim: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Two quick side steps with energetic hip accents and a shoulder bounce)
Nihal: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Repeat with a shoulder roll and small turn)
Nishi: O mehfil ta sajdi te hilte dulte tooh (Translation: When the gathering comes alive everyone moves and dances) (Travel across the stage with Punjabi gidda steps alternating hand gestures overhead)
Aarav: Gore gore naughty naughty round round tooh (Translation: Fair playful round and lively) (Circle the arms outward make two playful turns and finish with a confident pose)
Rafsan: Punjabiyan de tooh sharabiyan de tooh (Translation: The Punjabi dancers moves the partygoers moves) (Energetic bhangra footwork with alternating arm punches)
Amala: O gore gore nikke nikke tere mere tooh (Translation: Oh little playful moves yours and mine) (Partner style choreography pointing toward one side then toward yourself followed by synchronized side steps)
Reyan: Repeat pe beat pe wajdi dholki (Translation: The dholki keeps playing on repeat on the beat) (Pretend to play a dholki with both hands then transition into four fast bhangra steps)
Ariz: Everybody does it and you can do it (Translation: Everybody does it and you can do it too) (Invite the audience with both hands then perform a traveling step forward)
Aniket: Left right kare chain churaye (Translation: Moving left and right stealing everyone's peace) (Step left center right center with matching shoulder movements)
Karim: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight quick rhythmic foot taps with alternating arm movements)
Nihal: District mein hullad machaye (Translation: It creates a huge commotion throughout the district) (Big circular arm sweep two energetic jumps then a dramatic freeze)
Nishi: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight quick bhangra beats with synchronized arm movements)
Aarav: All the boys go crazy when I shake that (Translation: Everyone gets excited when I dance like this) (Confident stage walk shoulder accents two quick turns then a playful audience facing pose)
Rafsan: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight energetic foot and arm accents)
Amala: Aashiqon ki linein lagwaye (Translation: It makes admirers line up) (Point toward an imaginary line of admirers then spin away playfully)
Reyan: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight fast bhangra steps finishing with both arms raised)
All: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Everyone performs two energetic side steps with shoulder accents)
All: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Everyone performs a synchronized turn and freezes in a strong bhangra pose)
Ariz: Haaye raid padaye raaton mein Punjabiyon ki tooh (Translation: The Punjabi dance causes a stir at night) (Dramatic entrance with strong bhangra steps and raised arms)
Aniket: Baraatiyon ki tooh (Translation: The wedding guests dance) (Joyful baraat dancing with hands overhead)
Karim: Baaz na aaye drunkard sharabiyon di tooh (Translation: The partying dancers just will not stop) (Playful stagger style steps followed by energetic bhangra footwork)
Nihal: Sharabiyon di tooh (Translation: The partygoers dance) (Shoulder bounce two foot stamps and arms overhead)
Nishi: O tight gulaabi kurti mein hai kya ghazab ki tooh (Translation: Oh in that pink kurti what an amazing dance) (Graceful Punjabi gidda steps wrist rotations and a full turn)
Aarav: Haaye kya ghazab ki tooh (Translation: Oh what an incredible dance) (Pause dramatically then burst into four fast steps)
Rafsan: Paake main choli short (Translation: Wearing my short choli) (Gracefully adjust the imaginary dupatta then transition into a side step)
Amala: Peeke tequila shot (Translation: After having a tequila shot) (Playful toast gesture followed by a quick spin)
Reyan: January mein bhi hot (Translation: Still hot even in January) (Cross step shoulder roll and confident pose)
Ariz: Now what to do (Translation: Now what should I do) (Hands open in a questioning gesture followed by a playful head tilt)
Aniket: Thode si ho gayi tun (Translation: I have become a little tipsy) (Playful swaying steps followed by controlled bhangra footwork)
Karim: Sexy step karle hun (Translation: Now I will do a stylish dance step) (Smooth two step with shoulder accents a controlled turn and confident finishing pose)
All: Everybody does it and you can do it too (Translation: Everybody does it and you can do it too) (Everyone gestures for the audience to join then performs synchronized bhangra steps)
All: Left right kare chain churaye (Translation: Moving left and right stealing everyone's peace) (Left right left right with alternating shoulder and arm accents)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight rapid foot and arm accents followed by a spin)
All: District mein hullad machaye (Translation: The whole district erupts into celebration) (Large traveling bhangra combination with arms high overhead)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight synchronized bhangra beats)
All: All the boys go crazy when I shake that (Translation: Everyone gets excited when I dance like this) (Confident stage walk shoulder accents quick turn and strong pose)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight energetic foot and arm accents)
All: Aashiqon ki linein lagwaye (Translation: It makes admirers line up) (Point outward sweep the arm across the imaginary crowd then turn back toward center)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight final synchronized bhangra beats)
All: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Two energetic side steps shoulder bounce and arms overhead)
All: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Final coordinated spin followed by a dramatic Punjabi pose and freeze on the final beat)
Nishi: Oye aaj kal di kudiyan di koi limit na (Translation: Oh girls these days have no limits) (Strong gidda entrance with hands raised and alternating wrist circles)
Aarav: Ghodi chadhke aayi vekho attitude ki maa (Translation: Look at her arriving with an enormous attitude) (Horse riding gesture followed by a dramatic turn and hands on waist)
Rafsan: Khood khood ke faand faand ke entry maare haan (Translation: She jumps and leaps her way into the entrance) (Two energetic jumps followed by traveling side steps)
Amala: Dil de andar gidda paaye ticket kataye na (Translation: She has gidda dancing inside her heart and needs no ticket) (Hands over heart then open outward followed by fast gidda footwork)
Reyan: Hai thaath baath ke lale (Translation: Look at all the grandeur and style) (Slow confident walk with elegant arm movements)
Ariz: Oh lallu ladke wale (Translation: Oh silly boys over there) (Playful finger wag toward the imaginary group)
Aniket: Arre hat pare tu chhod jagah tu main te nachna (Translation: Move aside give me some space I want to dance) (Push both hands outward playfully clear the center then launch into rapid bhangra footwork)
All: Repeat pe beat pe wajdi dholki (Translation: The dholki keeps playing on the beat) (Everyone performs the dholki gesture then four fast bhangra steps)
All: Everybody does it and you can do it too (Translation: Everybody does it and you can do it too) (Arms sweep across the audience inviting everyone into the dance)
All: Left right kare chain churaye (Translation: Moving left and right stealing everyone's peace) (Left right left right with alternating shoulder and arm accents)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight rapid bhangra steps with synchronized arm movements)
All: District mein hullad machaye (Translation: The whole district erupts into celebration) (Large traveling bhangra combination with arms raised overhead)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight energetic synchronized beats)
All: All the boys go crazy when I shake that (Translation: Everyone gets excited when I dance like this) (Confident stage walk shoulder accents quick turn and strong final pose)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight synchronized foot and arm accents)
All: Aashiqon ki linein lagwaye (Translation: It makes admirers line up) (Point outward sweep the arm across the crowd then turn toward center)
All: Tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh tooh (Translation: Rhythmic dance chant) (Eight final bhangra beats)
All: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Two energetic side steps with shoulder accents)
All: Shake that tooh (Translation: Shake that) (Final group spin arms raised then everyone freezes together in a powerful Punjabi dance pose)
They sang and Mike followed the dance steps according their practices
Nikolai video her as they cheered
Riyana was breathing heavily in the kitchen
Kirat entered
Riyana drank water
She was feeling dizzy
"Your daughter isn't meant to be with Kaal His is mine but you didn't fulfill the list" Kirat said
Riyana looked at her
"I'm sure someone out there is waiting for you not to steal someone's husband" she said
Kirat blew her gum as Riyana coughed
Daya entered
"Mrs Riyana the jewelry You have to give Kaal the set of jewelry here" she said
Riyana looked at the list
"It's you not him You and those people who want it You already asked for things Why more!?" Riyana said
Kirat rolled her eyes
"Oh please just because your daughter is pretty that doesn't mean we wouldn't call off the wedding and I will marry him We get the dowry" Kirat said
As Riyana slapped her
"Bitch now listen carefully Mind that disgusting tongue My daughter rules one of the most dangerous most deadliest Group in Russia Don't you dare or else your life will end in this age Move!" She said
She pushed her walking away
Kirat made a fist
"How dare she!?" She said
She followed her
Daya behind her
"Mrs Riyana you don't have a choice!" Daya said
Riyana was upstairs as she was walking downstairs
Kirat kicked her
Riyana screamed
Daya's eyes widened
"Mumma?" Nihal said
Khushi saw Kirat kicking her off the stairs
She hid herself
Her heart beating fast
"RIYANA!!" Tahirm said
As Riyana's body rolled up the stairs
She lost consciousness
Sohan saw her head bleeding
"RIAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!" He screamed
They rushed to her
"Baby baby baby baby!?" He said tapping her face
As Nikolai looked up nobody was there
Daya and Kirat hiding
As Nikolai held a list he saw list of jewelry bride mother will present to The groom family
"What the hell?" He said
Sohan carried her in his arms
"GET THE FUCKING CARS!" Sohan said
As they ran out
Sohan got into Nikolai's car
He drove off fast to the hospital