Chapter 42

-------------- @ RM - Sunday - Breakfast table

Arnav storms down the stairs and move towards the dining table, everyone was talking about something but gets quit when Arnav comes there. He looks on and saw everybody looking at him. He was a bit surprise to see Rahul there but thought it could be due to the incident.

"Arnav ...", said Rahul and move towards him, " I heard about the factory ... um really sorry ... if anything I could do ...". But Arnav cut in ...

"No Jiju ...", said Arnav shaking his head putting hand on his shoulder ... "its ok ... me and my team is handling the situation ... you just focus on your wedding or else Di would mind", said Arnav with a slight smile.

"Chottey ... about that ...", said Anjali and look at Rahul .. Who gesture his head for her to go on.

"Chottey ... um ... we thought ... that we should" ... Anjali was saying but again Arnav cut in.

"You're not thinking to postpone your wedding are you Di?", said Arnav looking at his Di.

Anjali looks at her brother in surprise that how he knows that she was going to say that. Just before he came Anjali was talking about this to everyone that she and Rahul decided that they should postpone their wedding until every things is sort out about the factory or the people who attacked. Nani and Mamiji agree on it but Akash and Mamaji was not. Khushi was just silent feeding Arush who was happily sitting in her lap oblivious to things around him. She somewhere knew that Arnav will also not agree so she didn't say anything leaving the matter on family.

"Let me tell you Di ... this is not going to happen ... your wedding will happen on the date that was decided", said Arnav in non-nonsense tone.

"I was telling her the same", said Akash the instant Arnav finished.

"But Chottey ... I don't think this would be a good idea with what happened with the factory ... what will everybody say", said Anjali.

"Di ... you know me well ... I don't care what people think", said Arnav.

"Bhai is right Di ... don't care about them ... its their job to gossip ... they will forget after some time", said Akash.

"Akash is right Di ... you just focus on your wedding", said Arnav.

"But What about you Chottey ... I know you are worried with what happened ... with my wedding happening you won't be able to focus on your office", said Anjali with concern.

"Diii...", said Arnav and move towards Anjali cupping her face ... "you trust me right?", asked Arnav.

Anjali nods her head.

"Then don't worry ... I will never neglect my work nor your wedding for that matter ... I will handle everything", said Arnav in soft voice.

Anjali open her mouth to say but Arnav said ... "just trust me Di ... ok?" ... Anjali nods her head again.

"And no more thinking on postponing your wedding ... or else ...", said Arnav with stern voice and Anjali smile at her brother's tone.

"And you all (Arnav turns to everyone) don't get much worry ... me and Akash will handle things at office and factory ... you people just concentrate on wedding preparations", said Arnav and move away from Anjali and take a step towards front door. That when Anjali saw him and found him all set up in his business suit.

"You're going office? ... what about breakfast?", said Anjali her motherly instinct kicking in now.

"Di ... I got early meeting at office ... I will eat at office", said Arnav while turning around. And with looking over her sister's shoulder he saw Khushi standing up and giving Arush to Akash who was sitting next to her.

"Akash ..", Arnav called him ... "yeah bhai", said Akash placing Arush in his lap.

"You handle work here ... I will update you once I get home", said Arnav and Akash nods.

"And yeah ... no one goes out alone ... if you want to go then take guards with you and inform Amit where you are going", said Arnav and turn to his Di.

"And Di ... please don't take Arush out ... lets just leave him here ... media people will be everywhere now looking for chance ... I don't want them to know about him YET ..!!", said Arnav emphasizing on the last word for his Nani, who in return just shake her head slightly.

"Fine ... Chottey", said Anjali. Arnav give last look to Khushi and move towards the front door.

Khushi seeing Arnav move out of front door follow him gesturing Anjali that she will be back and Anjali smiles in return understanding her concern.

Khushi comes to front yard near his SUV but didn't see him in the car. She got confuse and turn but gasp and take a step back as Arnav was standing so close to her. He knew she will come after him ... thats why he stood near the pillar waiting for her.

"Yes Khushi?", said Arnav and move a step head and Khushi took a step back touching her back to the car.

"Wo um .. Arnav ji .. wo ..", Khushi want to say but his proximity was making it difficult for her.

"I am fine Khushi (Khushi looked up at him open her mouth to say something but) ... and not going to get angry", Arnav completed his sentence.

Khushi smile and looked down tucking her hair at back of her ear ... she move past him and move to go but Arnav called her ... "Khushi ..."

"Ji ??", Khushi turn and look at Arnav. "Can you do me a favour?", asked Arnav and Khushi nods her head.

"make sure Di enjoys her wedding and do not get worry about factory incident", said Arnav. Khushi smile and said, "Don't worry Arnavji ... I will take care of that". Arnav move towards the driver seat and turn towards Khushi.

"And Khushi ... (pause Arnav as Khushi looked at him) ... 2 days remember? You have to answer...", said Arnav. Khushi smile shyly and looked down. Arnav smiled and open the door, he was about to sit when he heard Khushi calling him ... "Arnav ji..".

Arnav turn and saw Khushi coming to him and stop in front of him. Arnav raise his eyebrows asking what it is?

Khushi quickly move ahead and peck his cheek ... "take care Arnav ji", said Khushi quickly and run back to the front door ... she stop and look back to Arnav who was looking at her with a smile. She smiled and went in ... Arnav too smiled and went in car and drove towards his office.

-------------- @ AR - Around 11.00 am

"So Aman what the report says?", asked Arnav looking at Aman.

"ASR half of the first floor is damage, of the 2^nd floor from the left side is damage and luckily the fire didn't went to the 3^rd floor, the fire fighters were able to extinguish the fire before it could reach the 3^rd floor", said Aman while reading from the file.

"What about machines?", asked Arnav again.

"Sew Machines are damage pretty much ... we have to buy loads of them now. Luckily fire didn't reach the 3^rd section ... so embroidery machines are safe and some of knitting stuff is damage as well. on 2^nd floor luckily our client clothes were save as they were enclosed in big plastic boxes ... but the items we imported were damage ... and nothing on 3^rd floor ... it was completely saved", said Aman while reading from the file.

Arnav sigh of relief ... 3^rd floor which consisted of finished clothes, deliveries of clients were safe. The clothes which were in process just have to be made again. They can take more time from clients as their problem is genuine.

"So what you think overall?", asked Arnav standing from his chair and moving to wall size window which give the view of Delhi city.

"we are lucky that fire didn't went to the 3^rd floor ... or else we could have had major loss in losing all those finished items and clothes ... we could place order for sew machines and knitting stuff ... we will get them in one week time ... then we can resume the work on on-going projects.", said Aman and then pick up another file.

"So according to my calculations the total damage is around 40%", said Aman.

Arnav listened to all and was glad that the damage is not that AR could not get over ... the money he had receive from Shyam's yesterday will come handy now. Arnav was thinking how he should proceed now ... who were those people who attacked his factory?. Even after 10 minutes are passed when Arnav didn't say something but kept on staring out the window Aman called him ...

"ASR ...?", said Aman looking at Arnav lost in thoughts. "what you want to do now?".

Arnav turn and look at Aman and Head of PR, Media, Marketing and Management departments and head of his security Amit.

"Amit ... I want double security at Factory and my house ... contact other security agencies for that. And make sure no media people will get close to factory ... I know they will be outside now to get more info or gossip ... so take care of that", said Arnav while moving to his desk.

"And what about the reporters that are outside AR now?", asked the Head of PR department.

"yes .. you handle them ... do not tell them how much damage is done ... just tell them that we are still trying to find it out ... do not give details of anything ... if they ask who had done it ... tell them we don't know or (big pause) tell them we suspect Shyam.", said Arnav.

"But ASR its not sure whether Shyam did it or not", said Aman.

"I know ... but according to what I did to Shyam at IFCW and how he threats me after that ... people were gona see that way and we will give them that ... just incase if its not Shyam ... then whoever did this will get the impression that he is not in the light ... he will feel safe ... so he might try again and we will be ready for him this time", said Arnav

"You ... (he points towards the Head of Media department) try that no one get the hint of my sister's wedding in the media. And if they do ... try to make them stay away from it ... Also not a word about Von Faniota should be out", said Arnav

"And Amit ... you have to look after the security of house during the wedding ... I want no mistake ... take help from police if needed", said Arnav addressing his head of security.

"You ... (looking at Head of Management Department) work with Akash and make a list of projects which AR is currently doing and had contracted to do in coming months ... don't take any Major Project and if there are any big projects ... cancel them", said Arnav.

"But Sir ... canceling them will cause us loss or we might lose the clients", said the Head of Management team.

"I don't care ... Our priority is now Von Faniota deal ... that deal will cover all our losses ... is that clear?", said Arnav in stern tone and the Head of Management Department nodded his head.

"If anything comes out of ordinary or didn't feel right contact Aman about it ... he will contact me if he feels the need to", said Arnav while sitting on the chair. "Now you can go now". Slowly every one left his cabin except Aman.

"who were they Aman?", asked Arnav when others went out of his cabin.

"Don't know ASR ... but I don't think so it could be Shyam", said Aman.

"And why is that so? ... he had the motive of revenge", said Arnav.

"Because he don't have the time to think of this scheme as he was busy collecting money to give you ... this had totally ruined him you know ... he had sell JHF ... all his share in other companies ... his mansion even ... not to mention he also sold his land property ... his bank balance is nearly zero", said Aman with a slight smile.

"he deserves it", said Arnav with disgust.

"And interesting thing is ... after selling all this he was left with 12 million dollar... which he had taken from loan shark", said Aman.

"Not a wise decision I may say", said Arnav getting a bit surprised.

"Yes ... Loan Sharks don't forget or forgive the person easily ... but again our Beta team find out that he had some contacts so he was able to pull it off", said Aman. "Also our team was keeping a watch on Shyam on my say ... I told them to do so when you told me that he threatens you ... he was under surveillance 24 hours ... so it couldn't be him", said Aman.

"So who then? Any luck from ARID?", asked Arnav.

"Well our security cameras were able to get the faces of 4, 5 people who were among the attackers, ARID is working with police on that ... lets see what we get", said Aman. And Arnav began to think again. He was sure on one thing that whoever attacked him will do it again in future and this time he want to be ready for them.

"What are you thinking ASR?", asked Aman.

"that they will strike again ... but this time I want to catch them Aman ... police won't do anything ... can we get someone else on this?", said Arnav.

Aman thought for a while and then said, "hmm I will see through my contacts ASR".

Arnav lean back and close his eyes thinking who the person is ... His anger for him was building inside and he knew if he found that person he is not going to let him go.

-------------- @ RM - Around Evening

"How is it Mamiji?", asked Anjali showing a piece of jewelery to her Mamiji who took the necklace and inspect it in her own way.

"bhut hi bootiful hai" (its very beautiful), said Mamiji and Nani also agree with her.

"So I guess I should take it right?", said Anjali beaming with happiness.

"Zaroor bitya ... ju bhi pasand hai wo le lo (yes sure bitya ... take whatever you like)", said Nani smiling.

Anjali select few more jewelry sets and told their jeweler to make the bill.

"Khushi bitya ...?", Nani called Khushi who was sitting on the floor few distance away from them and was playing with Arush.

"ji Nani ...", said Khushi while giving a toy car to Arush and looked at Nani.

"Bitya ap bhi kuch pasand ker lijiye apne liye (bitya ... you also select some for yourself)", said Nani gesturing towards the jewelleries.

"Nahi Naniji ... Shukeriya ... abhi zarorat nahi hai ... phir khabi sahi (No Naniji ... thank you ... dont need now ... some other time)", said Khushi with a smile.

"Khushi ... tum ne toh koi lehnga ya suit bhi nahi liya meri shaadi per pehnane k liye ... phir wohi simple churidar kurta pehno gi (Khushi you dont even buy lehnga or suit for my wedding ... you are going to wear that same old churidar kurta)", said Anjali with a sad face.

"Kis ne kaha ...(who said this?)", said Khushi standing on her knees and putting hands on hips. "Humare jiji la rahi hai humarey kaptrey ... ap dekiye ga ... humare pass pehley hi lehnga aur salwar suit rekhe they ... aur letey toh wo zaya jatey na ... is liye naye nahi liye (My sister is bringing my clothes ... you will see i have Lehnga and Salwar suit as well ... if i buy more then those could get wasted ... thats why i didnt buy)", said Khushi.

"Khushi ... tum bhi na (Khushi ... you)", said Anjali while shaking her head.

"Arey wah kub arahi hai Payal bitya?(Oh wow so when is Payal Bitya coming?)", asked Nani.

"persoo Nani ji (Day after yesterday Naniji)", said Khushi and looked down as Arush had throw the car which landed near her.

"haww baby ... that's very bad", said Khushi pointing a finger but Arush exclaimed loudy in his baby voice and put his hands down on the ground and tried to stand up. Khushi got happy and didn't say anything ... waiting for him to stand up on his own ... and he did.

Khushi clapped and hold Arush's hands. "Anjali ji look he stood up on his own", said Khushi happily and Anjali looked on and got happy too.

"Come on baby ... take a step", said Khushi while leaving his one hand and move backwards on her knees and Arush take a shaky step ahead.

"oh my ... he is walking ... Nani look", said Anjali getting overwhelmed ... and nani place her hand on Anjali's hand ... "haan Bitya", said Nani ... Mamiji who was busy adoring her jewelry looked up and give a smile watching little Arush finally taking steps.

"Come on baby few more", said Khushi while moving back on knees and Arush take slow small steps while holding Khushi's one hand. When Arush had taken fews steps ahead Khushi left his hand and move further away from him and gesture him to come to her.

Arush was standing looking at Khushi slight annoyed that why she left him.

"Maammaa ...", shout Arush and extend his hand for Khushi to hold him.

"yes baby ... come on ... come here", said Khushi while sitting on her toes and tap her lap. Arush take a shakey step ahead and stop. "aaannnhhh", he exclaimed for Khushi to come to him but when Khushi didn't move Arush took two more step.

"yesss... come on baby", said Khushi and Anjali looked on with hopeful eyes.

Arush took one shaky step and then fall on the ground.

"ooopppsss", said Khushi and stood up to go to him and at the same time Anjali too stood up and went to Arush.

Khushi sit again when she saw Anjali picking Arush up in standing position. Anjali sit behind Arush and Khushi was sitting in front of him.

"Arush baby ... come on go to your mama", said Anjali holding Arush's hand from behind and Arush take a step towards Khushi.

"Anjali ji left his hands", said Khushi.

"No Khushi ... he will fall", said Anjali with concern.

"Oh hoo Anjali ... don't worry ... he will learn this way ... just leave his hands one by one ok", said Khushi and Anjali nods her head.

Meanwhile Arnav left his study room along with Akash. He came home after lunch on his Di's order, as she wanted him to spend more time with family during her wedding. So he and Akash was in study room since then as Arnav was telling him about the happenings of the day at office and discussing various things about factory, projects, Von Faniota and Anjali's wedding.

Akash was telling him about the preparations of the wedding and they move towards the living room.

That's when their eyes fell on Arush who was walking slowly towards Khushi. Arnav got startle seeing Arush taking his first steps and Akash was smiling.

"yes ... come on baby", said Khushi a bit loudly. Arush took two more steps and stagger .. Anjali stood to hold him but Khushi stop her.

"No Anjali ji ... don't", said Khushi ... "but .. he ", Anjali was about to say but Khushi cut in.

"he won't fall ...(looking at Anjali and then look at Arush) ... haan na baby ... my baby won't fall", said Khush in baby voice to Arush.

Arush exclaimed happily and move towards Khushi taking small steps ... that when his eyes fell on Arnav who was standing behind Khushi.

Arush stop and clap , "aahhn taaa", shout loudy showing his teeth and moves ahead. Khushi was happy seeing him coming to her.

Arnav was getting overwhelmed seeing his son walking ... He was happy but don't know how to express his feelings. Arush came to Khushi ... she move her hand forward to hold him but Arush take hurried steps past her and grabs Arnav's leg exclaiming loud ... "paappaaa".

Khushi quickly turn and saw Arnav standing just behind her little to left and Arush was grabing his pants with his tiny hands. Akash bend down and ruffles Arush's hair.

"wow champ ... well done", said Akash giving a tap to his back. Arush was looking up at his father, "aaannhhh", Arush shout loud mouth open in full smile. Arnav heart melted seeing him happy and he bend down and pick Arush in his arms.

"hey big boy ...", said Arnav is soft voice. Arush happily tap Arnav on his chest and Arnav kiss him on his cheeks.

Anjali eyes go widened seeing Arnav's affection for Arush. She turns her head and looks to Nani, who was also having a surprise expression and look at Anjali. Both smile and nods their heads and look at Khushi who was standing beside Arnav. Akash was surprise too ...

"Bhai .. you...", Akash said and Arnav look at him.

"What", said Arnav in curt tone.

"No ... nothing", said Akash and look at Anjali with a sheepish smile.

Khushi was give a look to everyone and she knew Anjali would say something and she didn't want Arnav to fel uncomfortable if they tease him so she extend her hands for Arush to come to her.

"come baby ... lets have some food", said Khushi holding Arush's one hand. But he turn his face and grab Arnav's shit .. "Naaahhh", shout Arush.

"Haww ... come on baby ... papa is tired na", said Khushi and hold Arush's hand and move him towards her but Arush shouts again ... "naahhh"...

"Arush ...", Khushi about to say when Arnav cut in ...

"leave it ... you bring his food .. I will give him", said Arnav and move towards the sofa.

Anjali, Akash and Mamiji mouth open at that and they look at each other ... how this happened? Arnav who don't like Arush around him is now carrying him in his arms ... not only that he will feed him as well.

Khushi brought the bowl of mash Banana and sit beside Arnav. Arnav take some on spoon and bring near Arush's mouth who move his head back.

"naaahhh ..." Arush said and turn his head. Arnav look at Khushi asking what to do? Khushi understanding his confusion take the spoon from him and bring near her mouth.

"Aruuusshhh ...", Khushi called softly and Arush look at her. Khushi eat the mash banana "mmm its yummy ..." and Arush open his mouth a bit.

"you want it?", said Khushi taking another spoon and bring her mouth. "its very yum yummm", said Khushi and then bring the spoon near Arush's mouth who then open his mouth and Khushi feed him. Arnav looks on admiring both Arush and Khushi around him. Khushi again take little mash banana on spoon an eat herself, then give next bite to Arush ... that way she feed Arush.

Anjali sat beside Nani and held her hand having moist eyes, "Nani I cant believe it ... Chottey and Arush ... I mean ... before Chottey don't even want Arush to be near him and now look ...", said Anjali in low tone and Nani pat her hand.

"I know bitya ... and its all because of Khushi", said Nani looking at Khushi lovingly.

"They look like a perfect family together ... hai na Nani", said Anjali and Nani agrees. "Haan bitya ... I pray that Devi Maiya bring Khushi in Arnav's life forever. "yes Nani ... me too", said Anjali and look on Khushi who feed Arush and Arnav looks at her admiringly.

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Next morning the news of AR's factory fire was almost in every paper. Reporters have their field day ... but luckily they weren't able to take the photos of burnt areas of the factory due to the tight security. The only photo is of overall factory that to from a distance and seeing that picture you cannot tell how much damage is done. Arnav's security team did a good job at keeping the media way from home and AR as they were continuously circling the place for more info or more importantly wanting to take Arnav's interview.

Shyam was hell angry and wounded because of what Arnav did at IFCW ... only he knows how he was able to collect 50 million dollars, losing his company, his other shares in market, his properties and also risking his life for taking loan from a Loan Shark. He had left with almost nothing ... he was currently living with his friend. Falling from a luxury life to nothing had hurt him very much and all he thinks was now how to get back to Arnav. No other company was giving him job as almost all the companies knows about IFCW, so he was having a really hard time earning some money.

So when he read the news of AR's factory burning ... he become happy and wanted to know who did this so that he can thank that man in person. But when he get to know that he was also suspected for the same he got scared and decided to lay low for some time.

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Lala was having his lunch when a newspaper was thrown in front him on table ... he look up to see his father standing beside him.

"Look at the news", the old man said to his son. Lala picked the paper and read the news.

"So whats new in that ... it was bound to come in paper ... obviously it was the no.1 company", said Lala annoyed.

Old man shakes his head and point to the sub headline where it was written that Shyam Manhore Jha was suspected behind this incident.

"See ... no one will ever know that we were behind this ... few days back I saw on TV that how Arnav expose Shyam in front of media that's why I choose to attack his factory because I knew the suspicious will go on that Shyam guy and we will be save ... we can plan our next move ... Arnav will be busy in solving the damages of his factory ... his mind would be distracted and we can attack again ... and again the blame will go on that Shyam guy.", said the old man.

Lala listen to this and then clapped in a mocking way, "Wow you think of that all haan ... brilliant ... your plan was flop one ... you don't know him yet ... I have been watching him since months ... he would have got loads of security now around him and everyone else ... now how could we attack him ... have you thought that Baba ...", said Lala in mocking way.

"whats the need to burn the factory when it can becomes ours later", asked Lala.

"And how are you planning to get that property of his?", asked the old man.

Lala eyed his father in annoyance ... "Leave that on me ... I will think of something ... I should have known that you can't do anything ... I have wasted my time enough already in waiting.", said Lala and stood up.

"You are forgetting I have done this before and will do this again", said the old man.

"Arnav is not his father ... he is much more sharp and intelligent", said Lala ... "you cannot blackmail him or trap him with women ... what will you do? Kidnap him now?".

"that's exactly what I thought", said the old man with evil smile.

"What??", said Lala getting shocked. "Are you out of your mind ... how can you kidnap him when he is heavily guided by security all the time", said Lala getting frustrated.

"Who say we are going to kidnap him?", said the old man

"What ... if not him then who?", asked Lala.

"Leave that on me ... Arnav loves his family a lot ... he will do anything for their safety and that's his weakness we are going to use against him ... and the best part is we will use Shyam's name in that and no one will suspects us", said the old man.

Just before Lala could say something Raghu enter the room and said "Baba ... I got some news", said Raghu.

"What ..?", the old man said.

"Anjali ... Arnav sister is getting married this week", said Raghu. Both Lala and old man got surprise with this news.

"this is our chance ... we can use this opportunity", said the old man.

"I don't think so Sahab g ... Lala is right ... there is very tight security ... we cant get past them", said Raghu.

"Don't worry ... we will think of something", said the old man. Lala huff in anger and move towards the door. "Where are you going?", asked the old man.

"Something to think of my own plan", said Lala and move out of room.

Later in evening Lala went to Shantivan with his men but they could not even enter into the lane where the mansion was. Not only around Mansion ... but the whole lane had security guards. They also notice that every car who enter the lane is been checked properly and workers as well. Even if they get inside in disguise as a worker or labor man ... they won't be able to get out with extra someone. So Lala went back getting angry on his father's stupid plans.

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Next day Khushi had stayed at RM to help with Mehndi ceremony preparations which was going to held tomorrow. They had skipped the engagement ceremony as Rahul said it wasn't necessary because Anjali and Rahul done that 2 years ago. So they decided to start the rituals with Mehndi ceremony. Everyone was helping around with the preparations except of Arnav who had gone to office but will be back after lunch. Anjali had went to spa with Mamiji for her beauty treatment and Khushi was home with Arush who had running with his small steps here and there.

Since yesterday when he had taken his first steps the little baby's excitement knows no boundaries. He wanted to touch and feel each and everything within his reach. So Khushi was all the time behind him, taking care that he didn't fall or break things.

"oh you naughty boy come here", said Khushi while running towards Arush who was about to touch the lights place on the pillar wall and Pick Arush up in her arms.

"Maammaa ... woo", said Arush in his baby voice gesturing towards the light.

"No ... we don't touch the lights ... understand", said Khushi a bit stern and Arush open his mouth in little O, unlike kids he always find Khushi's scolding different or unique thing as Anjali always never use that tone with him.

"naaahhh Mamaaa wooo...", said Arush again and wiggle in her arms so that she put him down but Khushi grab on him tightly.

"Aruuusshhh ... NO", said Khushi a bit loud and Arush look at her wide eyes.

"First we have milk then we will run ok", said Khushi in baby voice and move towards dining table.

As they move towards the dinning table more lights came in Arush views and he exclaimed loudly, "Maaamaa ayiitss (lights)".

"Ok Mama will give you lights but first we will have milk", said Khushi and cross the hallway corridor ... "Now give mama a kissy", said Khushi and bring her cheek near Arush who give a big peck on it ... "Maamaaa ... mu bi", said Arush and touch his cheek with Khushi lips who peck him and Arush smile wide and started to jump in her arms.

"Khushi...", someone called her and she turn and saw Payal standing few feets away looking surprise.

"Arey jiji .. tum agayi", said Khushi with a smile and move towards Payal who was shocked and surprise to hear Arush calling Khushi "Mama".

"Come naa", said Khushi while gesturing her to come with her and they move towards the dinning table.

"Arey Payal Bitya app agayi (Payal Bitya you came)", said Nani who was telling HP about the sweets and saw Payal coming with Khushi.

"Namastey Naniji", Payal greeted her and Nani place her hand on Payal head "jeetey raho Bitya (Stay bless Bitya)".

Payal smile and look in direction on Khushi who had Arush in one arm and with other hand she was pouring milk in his bottle. Then she pick the bottle close it with nipple and shakes it.

"Jai Paraksh", Nani call another servant who came there holding flowers bucket.

"Payal bitya ka saman Khushi bitya k kamre mein le jaye (Take Payal bitya luggage in Khushi bitya's room)", said Nani and JP move to pick the luggage.

"Jaye bitya ap fresh ho jaye phir chai k liye ajaye ga (Go Bitya get fresh then come for evening tea)", said Nani and move in Kitchen.

"Khushi ...", Payal called her who was giving Arush his bottle.

"ji jiiji", said Khushi and look at Payal.

"Come with me ... I want to talk to you", said Payal and they both move towards the guest room which had now becomes Khushi's room permanently.

"tell me jiji how is Amma and Baba?", said Khushi while sitting on bed with Arush laying in her arms drinking his milk.

"No ... first tell me why did he (pointing towards Arush) called you Mama?", said Payal in a bit stern tone and stood near them.

"wo ... um .. jiji ..", Khushi was startled at the question didn't know what to say.

"yes I am listening Khushi ...", said Payal again in a same tone.

Khushi sighed and then told her how she was talking to Amma on fone one day and Arush call her Mama and then its no stopping him. They do try that Arush call Khushi by her name but he end up in calling her Mama.

"Khushi ... its not good ... if Amma comes to know that ... you know what will happen then", said Payal sitting on bed opposite to her.

"But jiji ... we tried and he had become so close to me that he only calls me that ... if I am not around he become frustrated ... and it becomes hard to handle him ... Anjali ji say only I am able to handle this naughty guy ... I love him so much jiji", said Khushi while caressing Arush's hair.

"its not right Khushi ... don't make poor little soul that much attach to you ... you are not going to stay here forever ... you know Buaji is coming to Dehli this month and Amma want you to live with her ... then what will happen? .. haan have you thought of this?", said Payal with concern.

"No jiji ... i wont be able to stop myself meeting Arush", said Khushi now getting worried ... Payal was right she didn't even thought about this and then she remembers Arnav.

"Oh shit ... I didn't even tell Arnav ji about it", said Khushi with some fear.

"What? ... what Arnav ji have to do with it ... you are only staying weekends here because of Anjali ji ... and now after she is married then there is not point staying here", said payal.

"Jiji ... you don't understand ... I have to tell Arnav ji ... I didn't even tell him that I wont be staying here for wedding rituals as well", said Khushi.

"Khushi ... what are you saying .. I don't understand", said Payal and then after thinking something she grabs Khushi hand and said in worried tone. "Does something happen ... tell me Khushi .. you and Arnav ji?".

"What ...?", said Khushi getting confuse looking at Payal and then understanding what she meant.

"Oh no jiji ... nothing happen of that sort", said Khushi and Payal sighed but then look at Khushi.

"Wiat a minute ... that means something did happen?", said Payal curious. And Khushi nods her head.

"what??", said Payal getting worried.

Khushi then tell him how she hugged Arnav consoling her after the incident, leaving the kissing part as she feel shy and embarrass, and how Arnav told her later that he needs her and ready to try to commit. Payal was happy but at the same time worried.

"But Khushi if Amma Baba comes to know of this then ...", Payal was saying when Khushi cut in.

"No jiji .. please don't tell them now ... I will tell then myself when the right comes ... we have just started understanding each other and Arnav ji is a very complex man ... these things are not easy for him ... it will take time", said Khushi.

"but are you sure he will commit when the time comes ... what if he denies then?", said Payal.

"I have faith in Devi Maiya Jiji and I know he wont deny ... I love him jiji and I know my love is strong ... you always told me to follow and heart and my heart wants this", said Khushi with a slight blush.

"Paglii...", said Payal smacking her head lightly. Khushi smile and look down at Arush who had slept while drinking his milk. Khushi take the bottle and lay him down on bed ... caressing him lovingly and Payal look at her seeing the love she has for Arush.

"I too pray that you get what you want Khushi", thought Payal.

-------------- 2^nd May - Wednesday @ RM - Around Evening - Anjali's Mehndi Ceremony

Whole Shantivan was decorated beautifully with lights and flowers with orange and yellow theme. Sofas had been replaced with round cushions and a big circular table was place in the middle on which Mehndi plates were kept.

Anjali was sitting on the highest cushion and two ladies were putting mehndi patterns on both of her hands. Mamiji was sitting besides her having her own Mehndi applied. Nani was sitting on other side of Anjali looking happily at her granddaughter and enjoying. Payal was helping around with stuff. And Khushi was in Anjali's room as she had just put Arush to sleep, poor baby was running and playing since lunch time and was exhausted. All men, including Rahul and some of his friends, were in the sitting area near dining table. They were not allowed to come near the living area.

Akash was surprise to see Payal in the house, on asking he got to know that Nani and Anjali had invited her when they were at Gupta House for Lunch. So Payal will be here only for wedding. He wanted to talk to her, to tell that she had misunderstood him ... he is not that type guy which Payal was assuming him to be. On the other hand Payal was avoiding any contact with Akash as she was feeling embarrassed at how she behave with him but at the same time she wanted to apologies to him as well. So when she went into Kitchen to place the glass tray and saw Akash pouring juice she thought to apologise to him and get over this guilt feeling. When Akash saw Payal standing few feets away from him he to decided to talk to her.

"Akash ji ..." ... "Payal ji .." both called at the same time. Payal look down embarrassed and Akash smile slightly.

"you go first ...", again said on the same time. Payal looked down again and sighed, Akash open his mouth to say but Payal was quick.

"Akash ji ... I am sorry ... I misunderstood you ... I didn't know about you then ... and Khushi always spoke very highly of you ... So I apologies for my behavior", said Payal looking at Akash. Who was surprise as he was not accepting this.

"its ok ... it happens .. I completely understand", said Akash with a smile. Payal nods her head and turn to go when she remembered something.

"But how did you know my name then?", asked Payal and Akash thought for some time and then realize he had her Payal with him.

"wo actually ...", Akash was about to tell when Khushi called Payal and came there.

"jiji ... you are here ... I was looking for you ... come we about to dance", said Khushi and grab Payal's hand and move outside of Kitchen. Akash looked on and sighed ... he will tell her later or may be give her Payal back too.

Payal and Khushi came to Ladies section where some girls were making some space for small dance. Then a mehndi song played and 2 girls started to dance, Khushi drag Payal with her and dance too. Anjali and Nani looked on happy. Just then Khushi felt goose bumps on her skin, while dancing she turn and saw Arnav standing near the pillar and watching her with intense gaze.

Arnav was busy with guests so he didn't saw Khushi much all day and when the song played he look at that direction just so his eyes caught Khushi who was looking beautiful like a pink petal.

(Khushi's dress and hairstyle)

Both stare at each other and Khushi lowered her eyes with shyness. The song finished, Khushi and Payal went and sit on cushion. Then other 2 girls stood up and went to clear space for dance.

The song played and girls started to dance along the music ... after few seconds the lyrics start with guy voice ...

(Dholna Song - Movie "Hey Baby")

Ankhoon Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Saaason Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Hootoon Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Kehta Hai Dil Dewwana

At that Khushi looked in Arnav's direction and saw his smoldering eyes pouring into her skin. She felt a slight shiver at the intensity ... she looked away but after few seconds she look back and saw Arnav in same posture, standing near pillar wearing his dark brown 3 piece suit.

The next lyrics came in a girl voice

Hoo Jo Dil Mein Chupi Hai Mere
Jo Dil Mein Chupi Hai Tere
Dhadkan Mein Woh Chahat Likh De
Kehta Hai Dil Deewaana

Arnav looked on as Khushi shyly look down avoiding his eyes, even from that far he could tell that she was blushing. Today was the day she has to answer and he was waiting all day and now seeing her blush and beautiful his patience was running out.

Dholiyaa Dholnaa
Razz-E-Dil Kholna
Dholiyaa Dholnaa
Aage Kuch To Bolna

Music goes on and one girl come to Khushi and grabs her wrist and drags her to dance. Khushi dance happily with them. Payal and Nani ji clapped along.

Lyrics starts with male voice...

Teri Palkon Ka Jhuk Jana
Tera Chup Chup Ke Sharmana
Bin Bole Keh Jata Hai
Tera Anjana Afsana

At that Khushi slowed down and peek through her eyes towards Arnav who was still staring her ... she blush and look away.

Next Lyrics came with female voice...

Tere Baaton Mein Hai Jadoo
Karta Hai Mujhe Bekaabo
Kya Haal Jiya Ka Abb Hai Mere
Jane Na Jaane Na Tu.

At that Khushi turn and give a pout towards Arnav direction telling him to quit staring but Arnav shakes his head slightly locking his eyes with her. She turns away at this and Arnav smirked seeing her reaction.

Ankhoon Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Raaton Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Pal Pal Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Kehta Hai Dil Dewwana

Dholiyaa Dholnaa
Razz-E-Dil Kholna
Dholiyaa Dholnaa
Aage Kuch To Bolna

Khushi stop dancing and went near Payal raising her hands that she had done dancing now. The music goes on and the 2 girls dance along with it. When Khushi looks in Arnav direction she saw him raising his watch and tap a finger on it ... telling her that he is waiting. Khushi heart thudded and she looked around and saw everyone busy in the dance. She whisper in Payal's ear that she will go on check on Arush and stood up, give Arnav a look and move towards the stairs.

Next Lyrics came with male voice...

Tu Saamne Jab Mere Aaai
Meri Nazron Pe Chai
Tere Roop Rang Jo Dekha
To Ud Gai Mein Hawaai

Khushi climb the stairs stealing glances towards Arnav who follow her with his eyes.

Tere Ishq Pe Kiya Bharosa
Naa Dena Mujhko Dhokaa
Tere Oor Kheechi Chali Aai
Mein To Khud Ko Kitna Roka

Khushi stopped in middle of stairs and look back towards Arnav who was looking at her ... she then gesture with her eyes in upward direction and moves up. Arnav moves towards the stairs after Khushi.

Har Geet Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Amber Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Manzar Pe Mohabbat Likhde
Kehta Hai Dil Dewwana

Khushi enter Arnav's room and move towards the pool area. She turn and saw Arnav enter the pool area after her.

Dholiyaa Dholnaa
Razz-E-Dil Kholna
Dholiyaa Dholnaa
Aage Kuch To Bolna

Arnav come close to Khushi and saw her fidgeting with her fingers ... he knows she was nervous but now its her turn to say. Khushi takes a step towards Arnav, standing just infront of him.

Ankoon Pe ... She looks into his eyes with love and passion.
Saaason Pe... She cups his cheek and give her answer with just one word .. "YES".
Hootoon Pe ... she place her lips on his ...
Baaaton Pe ... Arnav overwhelmed with feelings grabs Khushi by waist.
Raaton Pe ... Khushi place both her hands on his nape.
Pal Pal Mein ... Khushi bit a little on his lips which made him growl.
Mere Dil Mein ... Khushi plunged her tongue inside his mouth tasting his nector.

Mohabbat Likhde ... Arnav could not help but pour his feelings by kissing her back with equal fervor ... he was just so happy.

After her conversation with Payal yesterday, Khushi had thought lot. About different scenarios and problems that could come in future if she yes or no. But only answer she got back from her heart is that ... she can never let Arnav go.

In Arnav she had found her love ... Her life. No matter what ... she just can't stop loving him.

He is HERS now.

She will love him ... care him ... cherish him ... make him happy ... all things she can do ... will do it for him. And in return she will become HIS ... with her love she will make him ... make her ... HIS ... FOREVER.

TO BE CONTINUED ... (next update will be on next Saturday)

- many asked me how i know so much about fashion world?

well i dont ... as i am a Graphic Designer by profession i have some knowledge about designing and colors ... i took help from google and also watched a fashion show on TV before writing the update so that i can have better idea and also i would able to write about it ... it took me whole 3 days just to plan that fashion show.

- what will happen when Khushi's parents get to know about Arnav and her?

well just leave it for now ... dont think or wory over it ... when the time comes you will get to know ... i am still thinking whether to make it simple or dramatic.

- about the kidnapping.

A request from my side ... dont ask any question about it right now ... let it reveal in the story first or else whole suspense will get spoil.

LAST - don't forget to comment about this update 😊

- will send PM later ... its very late in night here and i am very tired