Chapter 12

This fic is finally coming to an end. we have 4 chapters left followed by an epilogue. 

this part contains some mature part. read at you own risk. i am honestly no good at writing mature content. i have tried to keep this as mild as possible keeping I-F rules in my mind. If anyone has any problem, with the content, or anything, or you feel that any rule has been broken, kindly let me know. i will edit it 😳                                    

                                           CHAPTER 11: REUNION  

 

Arnav was out for whole day. The excess of hangover combined with weakness, hunger and fever had taken a toll on him. He woke up with a throbbing headache. He looked around to see that he was lying in his own bed. The last thing he remembered was passing out in a bar. He sat up slowly trying to adjust his vision to the bright room illuminated with lamps.

"This will help with the headache" Khushi stood beside him holding out a glass of lemon water. Arnav took the glass from her hesitantly unsure of her reaction to what happened between them. He drank the lemon water and the headache slowly began to numb. He looked at Khushi whose face was filled with worry. He felt a twinge of happiness that she still loved him enough to come for him and take care of him all night.

"You must be a little mad at me!"

Khushi smiled slightly, "I am not a little mad at you Arnav" She leaned close to his ear and yelled, "I AM VERY MAD! DO YOU KNOW HOW WORRIED I WAS LAST NIGHT YOU IDIOT! "

Arnav quickly covered his ears with his hands. Khushi's loud voice made his head explode in pain. "Khushi!! Low voices! Dealing with a hangover over here!"

"You think that's bad?? I almost got a heart attack seeing you passed out in that bar. And then you didn't eat anything all day and got a fever. I STAYED UP ALL NIGHT WORRYING ABOUT YOU! EVEN BETTER, THE WHOLE DAY. DO YOU REALISE YOU WERE OUT FOR ALMOST 24 HOURS NOW?"

"okok! I am sorry! Wont happen again. Now please low voices!"

"Did that hurt?"

"Yes, a lot!"

Khushi smiled with satisfaction, "Good! Now eat your dinner. You haven't eaten anything since god knows when"

Khushi placed the dinner tray in front of him. Arnav hungrily devoured each morsel. After dinner, Khushi took his temperature again and was glad to see the fever was almost gone. She gave him his medicine and made him lie down again. Arnav had recollected the previous night's events by now and he remembered Khushi crying for him and staying up all night sponging his head with cold water to get the fever down. Arnav caught Khushi's hand before she could leave, "Khushi, I am sorry for putting you through that yesterday"

"Arnav, lets not get into all that again. You are not well. You need to rest. We can discuss all this later"

"Khushi, you just need to hear this once. I actually...After you left, I couldn't find any other way to deal with my pain. Losing you was extremely difficult for me to cope with and I ended up in that bar. I am really sorry!"

Khushi's heart ached again, "Arnav, you never mean to hurt me but you end up hurting me anyway. And now I have stopped expecting anything. You always say these words to comfort me but then you go back on your words and hurt me again"

"Khushi! Please don't say that. I know I am an idiot for ruining every chance I had of making you happy. I gave up too fast. When it took you so long to forgive me, I got scared. I was afraid you were moving on from me. And then I saw you and Aditya and my fears got the better of me. I didn't mean to accuse you of anything. I just wanted you to be happy Khushi"

"You did accuse me Arnav. You didn't have any faith in me or my love otherwise you wont have left me like that. Arnav, it took me so long to forgive you because I was mad at you. Not because I stopped loving you. If you knew me at all, you would have understood that!!"

Arnav's eyes filled with hot tears. He left her hand, "I am sorry, I am really sorry Khushi"

"Arnav, that's why I didn't want to have this discussion, we always end up getting pained. You need to rest otherwise your fever will spike up again"

"Will you stay with me?"

Khushi looked away from him not wanting to think about that moment when she'll have to go, "I will stay till your health recovers"

Arnav asked hopefully, "And after that?"

Khushi ignored his question deliberately, "Arnav, please rest. I have some work to do"

Arnav laid his head back on the pillow and closed his eyes but he could barely sleep through all the pain. Khushi quickly ran some errands and returned back to make soup with boiled vegetables for Arnav. She entered his room to see him awake.

"Arnav, I hope you didn't stay awake the whole time"

Arnav's face was expressionless, "How does it matter if I did? Since you are going to leave anyway, why bother with my health"

Khushi sighed in frustration. Why did he always have to make everything difficult? "I made soup for you. You'll feel better"

"I don't want to have anything"

"Arnav! For heaven's sake. You are not well. Will you just have the soup already!"

Arnav looked at her defiantly, "I wont eat anything till you promise you'll stay with me and give me a chance"

"Arnav! Just stop it! I have had enough. You are being really immature about this. Nothing is going to change Arnav"

Arnav closed his eyes in pain and turned his head away, "Then, I wont eat anything"

Khushi ignored his tantrums and sat beside him on the bed and brought the spoon close to his mouth, "Arnav, just have the soup!"

Arnav's eyes were filled with pain. He took the spoon away from her hand and caught her hand in a tight grip and brought it close to his lips and kissed it with yearning. Khushi's heart jumped at the touch of his lips. She tried to pull her hand away but Arnav tightened his grip and kept kissing her hand and moving up her arm planting soft kisses all the way up to her shoulder.

Khushi closed her eyes to feel his soft kisses. 2 years! She had waited for 2 years just for him to touch her. and today, he was kissing her. Tears dwelled in her eyes. She looked at him with an intense gaze staring deep into his eyes which were filled with love and yearning. A tear rolled down and fell on Arnav's hand.

Arnav looked at her and he knew the reason for her tears. He smiled and kissed her tears," Khushi, words cannot express how truely sorry I am." He placed soft feathery kisses all over her face. She knew she needed this. She knew she had forgiven him yet she couldn't bring her herself together to confess it.  She pushed him and tried to walk away but Arnav held her hand pulling her towards him. She landed on his lap.

Khushi struggled to get out of his grip but he held her very tightly. He brought his lips towards her. Khushi could feel his hot breath. Khushi knew what was coming. She closed her eyes. Arnav brushed his lips lightly against hers," I am sorry for hurting you" he again brushed his lips against her," please forgive me" Khushi didn't knew how to react. Her every cell had gone numb. Arnav brushed his lips against her again," I promise to love you now more than ever" He kept kissing her lips softly," I promise to never hurt you again". He deepened the kiss," I promise I will never leave you". With each kiss, Khushi could feel her pain being soothed.

This time Khushi couldn't control her tears. She felt her throat constrict. Arnav heard a sob. He knew she was crying. He knew he has hurt her a lot but this time he would not repeat the mistake. He pulled her against his chest and buried his face in crook of her neck taking in the fragrance of hair. Khushi cried. She cried burying her face in his chest holding him tightly. She didn't want to let him go. They kept holding each other living each and every moment. Few moments later, she calmed down.

Arnav inhaled her sweet nectar as his passion for her increased. He nuzzled all round her neck inhaling her sweet smell occasionally leaving wet trail of kisses. Khushi moaned in ecstasy. She pulled him more closer. She wanted to feel his every touch, every kiss. Arnav rolled placing Khushi on her back and he settled on top of her.

Arnav pinned both her hands on pillow. Khushi looked into his eyes. She could see the naked desire for her in his eyes, his love. Arnav kissed her forehead, her closed eyelids. He kissed her cheeks and then slightly brushed his lips against hers. Before he could leave her lips, Khushi pulled him towards herself claiming his. This was nothing like the previous one. It showed passion and hunger for each other. Khushi plunged her tongue into his mouth. Arnav was surprised by her action but he know how they have craved for each other. Both wanted to dominate each other. They themselves didn't know for how long they kissed each other satiating their needs for each other. They broke apart after what felt like eternity. They both were breathless. Arnav's lips continued to caress her all over her neck and face.

They both didn't realize when they removed each and every piece of clothing from each other. They touched, kissed and assaulted each other showing how much they craved for each other. Arnav smiled and with a swift motion, he thrust himself inside her making her scream his name. They had finally let their fears go. They had finally broken the wall between them.

...

Khushi was snuggling into Arnav. She had held him tightly against his waist, her head resting on his chest. Arnav was wide awake with a wide smile on his face. He couldn't believe his luck. Khushi had forgiven him. They were together once again. They had made love all night.

Khushi opened her eyes and smiled. She was finally happy and contented. She stretched her arms and yawned. Her body was aching yet she felt good. She looked at Arnav who was smiling that's when she realized that she was naked. She immediately pulled the quilt towards her chest. Arnav chuckled," good morning! How are you feeling?"

"good morning! And what happened to me? I am fine"

"are you sure? I mean after last night'" Arnav asked

"Arnav", Khushi said softly

"yes?"

"SHUT UP!" Khushi yelled

Arnav blocked his ears," whats wrong with you? I thought you have forgiven me"

Khushi had forgiven him but she decided to play along, "who told you that?"

Arnav was confused," but I thought after last..you and me..i mean.."

"That's the problem Arnav. you don't think"

Arnav sighed," Khushi! I will do anything to gain you forgiveness. Just tell me what to do?"

Khushi smiled," anything?"

"I promise anything"

Khushi's eyes sparkled. It had been too long since she had annoyed Arnav, "fine then! let me freshen up then"

Arnav sighed. Last night felt like a dream to him. he kissed her, cuddled her, made love to her and now he realized that she havent forgiven him yet.

...

Khushi was waiting at dining table. Arnav came and stood beside her," what do I have to do?"

"you remember our last holiday before we got married?" khushi asked.

Arnav smiled at the memory, "how can I forget that? that was one of the best holiday we ever had, especially when I got you to be my slave for whole day"

"wonderful! So its pay back time"

It took a moment for Arnav to realise the meaning of her words. Hell! No freaking way, "you are joking right?"

"do you really think I am in a mood to fool around? You are really going to be my slave for whole day"

Arnav sighed. he was ready to do anything just to hear that she had forgiven him, "what do I have to do?"

Khushi smiled," sweep the whole house"

"huh? Come again?"

"sweep the house"

"I think I heard something wrong"

"no! you heard absolutely right. The maid has taken an off for 2 days. So, SWEEP NOW"

"Khushi! I am the CEO of the company and you are making me sweep the house?"

"do you want me to forgive you? then do it"

Arnav sighed. What was wrong with her? Khushi looked at his frustrated face," Arnav get started" Arnav had no choice than to listen to her. After around 2 hours, Arnav stood in front of her. "Am I forgiven?"

Khushi smiled," did I tell you your tasks are done?"

"what next"

"wash my clothes", Khushi said

"oh! That's easy!"

"let me complete first. Wash my clothes with your hands. No washing machine" Khushi grinned.

Arnav looked at her face. They had mischief written all over her face but he couldn't argue. He was desperate. No wonder people said love makes you desperate. Arnav headed towards his bathroom. He took a tub and soaked her clothes in it. He filled it with water and put the detergent. He looked at Khushi who was giving him evil smile. He washed and rinsed the clothes. He removed the water and headed towards terrace to hang them.

Khushi looked at his tired face. she wanted to go and help him. She wanted to say out loud that she had forgiven him but this was fun. "are we done?" Arnav asked

"no! you have long way to go. Now you have to write a poem for me", Khushi grinned at his helpless look.

"what? A poem? Arnav Singh Raizada never does poems"

"fine! I thought you wanted me to forgive you but I guess.."

"fine!"

" you have one hour" Khushi smiled

"but that's too less"

"half an hour"

"but"

"15 minutes"

"no 1 hour is fine"

Arnav sat in his study scratching his head. A poem? Whom was she kidding? And was this her new way of punishing him? Arnav sat there for an hour. He tore numerous pages but couldn't come up with anything descent. He googled poems but he knew Khushi would catch him so he let that thought go.

"Arnav? are you done?" Khushi called

"coming"

Arnav walked to their room and looked at her. He handed her page. Khushi looked at the poem and then him.

Roses are red

Grasses are green

Sky is blue

My dear Khushi

I love you

"whats this?" Khushi asked

"a poem..i guess" Arnav smiled sheepishly

Khushi looked at the page and then Arnav. She couldn't control herself and burst out laughing. She laughed till she had tears in her eyes.

"its not funny!" Arnav snapped

"what grade are you in?" Khushi asked between her laughter

"I hate you"

Khushi got quiet for a moment. She looked at him. Tears flowed down her cheeks. Arnav thought she was crying again for what he said. He was about to walk towards her when she started laughing again. Arnav glared at her.

"I am sorry, I am so sorry but look at your face, Arnav" Arnav looked away. Khushi smiled and walked towards him. She snaked her arms around his neck and pecked his lips lightly, "I am sorry to annoy you so much. I was just messing around with you. I missed this in past 2 years. you don't have to do anything. I have already forgiven you. I love you"

Arnav smiled at her little confession, "I missed you too, Khushi. And I love you too" He scooped her in his arms, "let me show you how much I do"

"I am all yours, Arnav. All yours"

...

2 days passed. Life was sweet, happy and warm, just like it once used to be. Yes, Sneha was missing from their life, yet they were happy, giving a second chance to each other, to life. Khushi was smiling, happy and was finally letting her fears melt. On the other hand, Arnav never left a chance to tease Khushi. Now a days, Arnav would always find difficult to keep his hands off Khushi. but Khushi didn't mind. she never did.

Khushi stood in the kitchen making pasta. It was Arnav's favourite. She was making the sauce when she found two arms snaking around her waist. She got stiff for a moment but relaxed when she realised it was him.

Arnav snaked his arms around Khushi and kissed her ears. he peeked from her shoulder," whats cooking?"

"what do you think?" she asked

Arnav smiled against her ears placing another soft kiss there and whispered," I can smell something spicy, sizzling and tasty"

"Arnav", smiled turning pink

"hmmm?"

"please leave" she tried to wriggle out

"no"

"you are distracting me" she said again trying to wriggle out of his hold.

"no"

"please?"

"I am not leaving without you."

"Please? Maya and Karan would be here any moment. Let me finish this up fast. Then I am all yours" she requested. Right on the bell rang. Arnav groaned and Khushi chuckled.

"go! They are here. open the door"

"fine! But this isn't over" Arnav kissed Khushi on her cheeks and left her reluctantly. Khushi shook her head.

...

The four sat round the dining table laughing. It had been too long since the four sat together like this. Arnav kept stealing glances with Khushi and vice versa. They had eyes for each other the whole time. Maya noticed this and smiled. she was thankful to god, for giving her friend back her happiness.

Maya cleared her throat," Khushi, I want to talk to alone after dinner" Khushi smiled and nodded.

"what is that you cant talk in front of me?" karan asked

"it's a girl thing" she stuck her tongue out," anyways, I am sure Arnav would keep you a nice company. He wouldn't mind. right, Arnav?"

Arnav chuckled while karan rolled her eyes.

...

Arnav and karan sat in the living area on the couch watching match. There was an awkward silence between the two. Both didn't knew how to talk. Sure there were friends, but things had changed lot in past. Karan cleared his throat and broke the silence," so? How is everything"

"good"

"is Khushi happy?" he asked.

"yes"

There was a silent for a moment when karan spoke again," look, Arnav, I am happy that you got your second chance and I am really happy for you both. I can see how happy you both are together. All I want to say is don't mess this up again."

Arnav smiled," thank you Karan for everything you did and I promise I wont mess this up again"

"good, because if you do, this time, I will make sure to hit you right where it hurts the most. got it?"

"yes sir"

"Arnav, I mean it. Khushi is like a sister to me. if she sheds even a single tear because of you, I will never ever forgive you" karan said

Arnav nodded," I promise I wont"

"So, why did you call us here? I know you want to talk something. that's why you had informed maya in advance to keep Khushi busy. So tell me?" karan asked

"its Khushi's birthday tomorrow and I want to throw a surprise party for her"

"and you need our help"

"yes, I want to call up all her friends and invite them here for the surprise bash and please tell them, not to wish her. tell maya to keep her busy for whole day and I will look after the rest" Arnav said

"done"

"there is only one problem" Arnav said

"and that is?"

"I cant keep myself away from wishing her. its been 2 years since i..." Arnav closed his eyes in pain

"NO! don't tell me you didn't..."

"I am sorry, Karan. I have made a lot of mistakes in the past and I want to rectify them. You cant imagine how guilty and unworthy I feel when think about all the pain I have given to her. I..I just have to do this now, the right way"

"Look, what is done is done. All I can say is please don't let your past affect your future now. I am sure you will make this birthday special for her"

Arnav smiled," I promise Khushi, this will be the best birthday you ever had"

not proof read. kindly ignore the typos. 😳

P.S: the small "poem" if you put it as one, is something very special to me 😳 I know you must be wondering what so special about it? well, i love poems, not only reading but writing them too. So, once i had a fight with my fiance and i was upset. and mind it, it was solely his mistake 😆 i am never wrong 😛 🤣 he was saying how sorry he was again and again. i told him i will forgive him if he writes a poem for me. and his reaction was something similar to how Arnav reacted in this update 😆 i also told him, no googling or else i will know. he actually wrote exactly the same poem, only replace khushi's name with mine 🤣 and i had asked him the very same question, "what grade are you in?"  😆 

So, in a way, you can say that this part is dedicated to my future husband, my fiance. 😳 I really want to say this that I love you too 😳 🤗

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--peehu--2013-12-08 12:51:55