Chapter 73

------ 16^th July Monday - BelleZurie Fashion Show - Evening - 5:00 pm

Finally ... They day had come of which Arnav had been waiting for long ... the day which will open gates of international market for AR ... the day which will mark AR success on the foreign grounds ... the day which was Arnav's dream ... to see AR working and telecasting its talent in the foreign land ... the day which will show that AR had achieve something which others couldn't.

AR ... the first Indian Fashion House working with Von Faniota ... considers as the father of Fashion World ... topmost famous fashion house and brand all around the world.

The show will be starting at 6pm sharp ... The hall was buzzing, audience was taking their seats ... VIP guests, from India, Spain and Italy, are being escorted to their respected seats on the right side of the ramp ... Photographers and reporter have taken their place in front of the ramp and and behind them there were rows of seat for audiences from the fashion industry. Few photographers were standing on the right side of the ramp to capture the side angle as well.

On the left side, the front row was reserve for VF and AR CEO, and other important members, the second row was for VF employees and designers and the 3^rd row was for family and friends.

Just as the hall was buzzing with light murmurs and talks, the scene behind the stage was totally opposite ... there was like a commotion going on ... people running here and there ... designers were busy with their models, checking if anything needs re-doing or touchup. This was a really big event and nothing ... meant not even 0.1% thing can wrong.

"when you take a turn on the ramp ... remember to spread the gown a bit ... ok and make your feet apart ok ... don't let them collide ok ...", Khushi was saying to her model who was wearing the wedding gown.

"Don't worry Ms. Khushi ... I will handle it ... I have been modeling for 2 years now", said the model in her French accent.

"yeah sorry ... I am just nervous", said Khushi as she rub her both palms together.

"Yes I can understand ... just take a deep breath and relax", said the model again.

Khushi nods her head ... just then Jordan came there. "Khushi other 2 models are ready as well ... Stella take evening gown one ... as they are lining them up for the show".

"hmm ok", said Khushi as she felt nervous and something drop at the pit of her stomach ... she was praying for everything to be fine ... no disaster ... it is not big for her but it much more important for Arnav ... it was his dream coming true ... just as the thought came her heart wanted to see him ... but she hasn't seen him since morning as he was very busy himself.

"Your family came?", asked Jordan as he wanted to divert Khushi's mind.

"Oh yes .. my jiji ..um mean .. my sister has come from India", said Khushi as she remember about Payal who came here last night ... she also didn't get much time with her ... as early morning she left for VF office.

"Jordan you be here ok ... I will just come in 2 minutes", saying that Khushi left the back stage and move towards the row where her sister could be.

"Khushi ... Khushi ... here", said Payal standing and waving hand towards Khushi who just came from the back stage ... Khushi smile and hurried towards her sister. Payal embrace her in a tight hug ... Khushi's face told her that how nervous and worried she was.

"Hey bacha ... relax .. ok ... everything will be fine ok", said Payal as she rubs Khushi's back and breaks the hug.

"Jiji ... I feel like shaking", said Khushi as her hands trembles ... "No just relax ok ... where is Arnavji? Haan .. go talk to him ... you will feel better", said Payal as she knew that how both affects each other.

"Jiji I want to but he is very busy ... I haven't seen him since morning", said Khushi with a sad pout.

"Oho and what about us haan ...?", came Anjali teasing voice from side. Khushi turn and saw Anjali and Rahul standing there with Akash ... they came here on Sunday Morning but Khushi was at the office so she couldn't meet her and came very late at night.

"Anjali ji ... how r you ...? Sorry I could not meet you yesterday when you came ...I was very busy", said Khushi she hug Anjali and then Rahul, who patted her head lovingly. Arush was at the hotel with Shobah, Khushi also didn't insist to bring him here, with the place swarming with media.

"So hows the preparation?", asked Rahul.

"I have done my best Rahul Bhai ... just feeling nervous", said Khushi as she roams her eyes around the hall.

"no need to be nervous when you did your best ok", said Rahul.

"Looking for chottey haan?", said Anjali with a tease as she notice Khushi looking around ... Khushi Blush a little, "Yes ... just want to see him before the show start ... but I couldn't locate him".

"Bhai is with Mr. Richard Khushi ... I guess he had to do opening speech with the VF CEO", said Akash, "Come ... I am also going there", as he moves forward.

"But will it look ok ... going there", asked Khushi unsure.

"Don't worry ... as much as I know Bhai ... he would also be wanting to meet you", said Akash and Khushi give a light smack to hi arm.

Anjali, Rahul and Payal gave Khushi a comforting hug once again and wish her luck for the event. Just as Khushi and Akash turn to go ... Khushi remember something and turn at Payal, "Jiji ... jiji ...".

"Haan Khushi ...", said Payal loudly as Khushi was a distance away.

"Mine is a red gown ok ... and wedding one is with silver layers ok ... and the bridesmaid one ...", Khushi was shouting when ... Akash stop her ... "God Khushi ... bridesmaid and bride all are wearing white ... how can she distinguish yours".

"Ohh ...", said Khushi , "Then how can Jiji knows that which one is mine".

"Don't worry I will tell her ... come show me your models", said Akash as he grabs her arms and went to the back stage ... Khushi wave back to her sister.

Arnav was talking to Mr. Ives when he saw Akash signaling him to something ... he excuse himself and went to Akash who was standing near the VIP room door, which was allocated to VF CEO, COO and Arnav, Aman.

Arnav gesture with his head asking Akash what it is ... he takes Arnav's arm and take him out of the room and then point towards Khushi who was standing few feets away.

Akash saw his brother's eyes lighting up seeing Khushi ... Arnav give a tap on Akash's shoulder and move towards Khushi ... Akash smile ... happy for his brother and went in the room to greet VF people.

Khushi smile nervously as Arnav came near to her ... taking her hand ... he moves to the deserted corner.

Khushi hug him instantly when she sees that they were out of people's sight. Arnav didn't say anything and hug her back. After few seconds Arnav felt her body go relax against him.

"Khushi ... come on ... you are getting nervous as if its your wedding night", said Arnav to lighten the mood.

Khushi move back her eyes wide, "Haww Arnavji ... is this the thing to joke about ... you are very bad", said Khushi little irritated and little blushing ... as she tried to move away but Arnav hold her, Rubbing her arms.

"Ok ... just relax ... I should be feeling nervous here as this event is about AR success ... you did the designing and done it perfectly so why nervous", said Arnav.

"Haww ... how can you say that ... do you know how big this event is ... all people were talking back there like how it will be telecasting in India, all over France and not to forget Spain and Italy ... and I never thought I will be part of something big like this in my life ... and what if something go wrongs with my dress or the models ... and also it's the question of your reputation ... I know how important this event is for you ... so yes I am nervous ... and what ifff ...",Khushi was blabbering in her worry when Arnav stop in his favorite way ... he give a sound smooch on her lips. She pouted irritatingly at him.

"Now relax ... pagal ..", said Arnav he hug her again and patted her head ... Khushi got relax seeking his warmth.

"You ok na Arnavji? Do you need anything? You know na you can tell me", asked Khushi breaking the hug ... as she remember that she was getting so nervous about then how must be Arnav feeling.

"I have the thing I need right now ... right here", said Arnav as he flicks his nose and Khushi give him a bright smile, "Khushi I am fine ... I always believe that if you have done hard work honestly then you will get the desire result", said Arnav with light smile ... he always felt warm with her concern for him

"hmmm ...", said Khushi and hug him again.

"Ok come on now ... show is about to start", said Arnav as he glance his watch showing 15 minutes left in striking 6.

Arnav left her after giving one tight squeeze ... Khushi moves to the green room in which her models were and Arnav went to the VIP room.

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It was time. The light in the hall got dim ... with only purplish white glow on the ramp.

Ms. Stella came on the ramp with mike, "Welcome ladies and gentlemen and our respected guests ... to another wonderful Von Faniota fashion show ... but this time ... we are not alone ... this event has been held in collaboration with Indian no. 1 fashion house ... AR DESIGNZ".

There was applause around the hall, "Now I call upon CEO of VF and AR ... Mr. Herluin Ives and Mr. Arnav Singh Raizada".

Anjali clap loudly hearing her brother's name, Rahul and Akash shakes her head seeing her excitement.

Arnav and Mr. Ives came on the stage from the back. Mr.Ives gives a little welcoming speech along with praises of AR work in India and its sheer hard working designers. Arnav did his little speech that he feel privilege and honor that he and his designers were given a chance to work with VF and will be looking forward for more joint venture in future to which Mr. Ives heartily agrees. After that they both went back stage.

Khushi was standing few feets away from the entrance of ramp on the left side ... she wanted to be with Arnav ... but know she can't ... but still she stood there to let him see that she is here for him ... Arnav face lit up with smile as he saw Khushi standing there, where she have to be with her models but she was here and he knew that it was for him ... she beams up at Arnav who gives a smile and then turn to the right side going with Mr.Ives passing the models on the way, which were queued for the evening gowns display .

Khushi then turn and bump into someone "Ouch ...".

"Sorry Khushi", it was Jordan, "What are you doing here?".

"Um .. I just came to see the model", said Khushi the first thing came in her mind.

"Then what are you on this side ... you should be there na", said Jordan pointing ahead to the models que.

"its because I was done and was going back", said Khushi and went forward to her green room.

Jordan looks back at her and then the retreating back of Arnav who just went into the room.

Stella came forward again and addresses the audience, "This Fashion even is about to open new collection called "BelleZurie" which is combine form of Italian word Bellissa and French word Zurie, meaning "White Beauty". This collection is mainly for wedding dresses for brides, and bridesmaids. But later we thought to include evening and party gowns as well ... although they will not be white but different color ... reason is to give our customer wide range to choose from ... as this is the summer collection ... the dresses are made using light fabric and the main thing in them will be lace work and the flower work on the clothes ... this idea belongs to AR", as Stella explained about the event. "So let's begin now", Saying that Stella went backstage.

The lights lit up ... only above the ramp so that the dresses could be seen properly. There were 10 VF designers and 10 AR designers ... so there will be display of 20 evening gowns, 20 bridesmaids and 20 wedding dresses and 10 Indian Bridal dresses. Lavanya came to Paris on Saturday with clothes and her team ... She was in green room with models.

"The first range is of evening gowns ... the first set is designed by the VF designers", said Stella from the back stage.

The music begins and with it one by one models started to come on the stage ... there were light clapping sound along with the numerous clicking of cameras.

"Ladies and Gentlemen ... here comes our first set of evening gowns ... (One model enters the ramp wearing sleeveless baby blue gown with flower work) ... we have chosen our theme to be based on flowers ... the colors are light and subtle like the summer breeze, using light cotton fabric with some percent of silk. (3 more models come on the ramp)."

Then 6 more models comes on the ramp and display the design, turning towards audience and go back and halting in the middle turning side ways to give different angles of the gowns and then went back behind the stage. The audience applauses.

"The second set of evening gowns are designed by AR designers", said Stella. One model enters the ramp wearing full length blue gown complete with lacework. The second model came wearing orange floor length gown.

"The full length lacework gowns, Winsome floral lace forms the sheer yoke and long sleeves of a silk-cady dress with a graceful a-line silhouette, the floral work embedded into the light cotton fabric using 20% percent of silk.", said Stella.

One by one the model started to come on the ramp, "this must be Khushi's dress", said Payal turning to Akash who was sitting on her left, "yup .. that red one is Khushi's for obvious reasons", said Akash smirking.

"Meaning?", asked Payal as she clapped.

"Red is Bhai's favorite color", said Akash smirking. "Ohh ...", Payal too smile hearing that.

The model went back after giving their second round. They got appreciable applause from the audience.

Khushi was standing at the door of her green room ... she had just send her models(bridesmaid dress) to the back stage.

"Khushi aren't you going in the front? ... everyone is going there?", asked Jordan ... the designers were also now moving to the front of the hall ... as now Stella team is handling the models ... making them line up according to their turns.

"Yeah you go ... I will be there after a minute", said Khushi as she look around to see if Arnav is there.

"Ok hurry up ... don't want to miss our wedding dress walk", said Jordan and went from there.

After 5 minutes break the music starts again, "Now next comes our collection of bridesmaid dresses", announced Stella.

Hearing this, Khushi went to the right side of the back stage, the way to go the hall ... she was about to enter the hall when her cell beeped ... it was a sms from Arnav.

"Come to Green Room 7 fast ... important" ... Reading the message Khushi turned back.

There were total 10 green rooms allocated to designers and models. Wondering what could be important Khushi went to Green Room 7.

"the first set is designed by the VF designers", said Stella as One by one models started to come on the ramp.

"The knee length dresses are perfect for the weddings in summers, with semi lace work mostly on the bodice of the dress ... the lower portion is made using the lace lining ... again light cotton fabric ... so that our ladies don't feel sweaty or irritated due to summer heat", said Stella.

The 10 models walk up the ramp displaying the dresses ... walking back ... turns to side, poses for cameras.

"Arnavji ... what are you saying ... I ... I ... can't do that", said Khushi anxiously as she looked at Arnav and then at the box Arnav was holding.

"Khushi you promise me that you will do what I ask", said Arnav "And I want you to wear this now".

"But ... but Arnavji you are asking me to walk on the ramp ... how can I ... there will be", Khushi was saying when Arnav cut her, "Khushi ... I design this dress".

Khushi got stunned hearing this ... she looked at Arnav who was looking very serious, "And I don't want any model or random girl to wear this except you", said Arnav as move closer to Khushi handing her the box, "For me ...". Khushi saw his eyes intensely looking at her .

Khushi held the box and move towards the one of the booth ... there were 3 small booth with curtain ... for the models to change clothes, Khushi went in ... she open the box and take the dress out ... she gasp looking at the most beautiful bridal lenhga ... and what makes it more special is that ... it was design by Arnav ... Arnav ... she could not believe that Arnav design this ... who hadn't design anything since two years ... and now ... today ... she was holding a dress design by him.

The models went back ... The audience applause loudly at the designs.

"The next set is designed by AR designers", said Stella ... the models started to come on the ramp.

"These are full lace work with flirty floral appliques using light cotton fabric making the dresses light-as-air eyelet", said Stella.

"That one is Khushi's", said Akash pointing to the 4^th model ... who was wearing knee length off white dress with gold sash around the waist.

"Its so pretty", said Payal as she clapped for the model and told the same to Anjali who was sitting on Payal's right side ... Anjali agrees with Payal as she too find the dress pretty.

The 10 models walks on the ramp ... stops and poses for camera and then went back one by one ... again the hall filled with clapping sound.

Khushi was looking at herself in the mirror ... the dress fit her perfectly as if it was made only for her. It was white and gold Lehnga with maroon border at the end of the lehnga skirt and duppatta ... the blouse was of gold color ... it was long with a slit starting from the base of her chest ... she was looking not less than a bride.

After 5 minutes break ... Stella announces for the wedding dress range, "Now comes our main range for the wedding dresses", said Stella and models started to come in.

"The first 5 dresses are designed by the VF designers and other 5 dresses were designed by AR designers", said Stella.

"Semi lace work, mostly on the bodice, the lower portion adorened with lace linning, cotton fabric with 30% silk perfect choice for the summer weddings", said Stella ... as all 10 models walks on the ramp ... making poses for the camera.

Khushi came out of the booth, "Arnavji ... the dress is so beautifuuu ...", she stopped as she looked at Arnav in front of her ... wearing a white gold Sherwani type button coat with black sleek trousers.

Khushi mouth open as she looks at him ... not believing what she is seeing. Arnav smirks as he move near her.

"Arnavji ... this ... but", Khushi was stunned seeing him like this.

"What you thought? I will let you walk alone there in front of everyone", said Arnav and Khushi gasp understanding the meaning ... that he is going to walk with her ... on the ramp.

Arnav hold both her arms, bring her close, "Khushi ... You are looking so beautiful", said Arnav as he runs her knuckles on her cheek ... Khushi lower her eyes being shy.

"Aranvji ... when ... when you design this ... I mean ... you stopped designing right", said Khushi with concern as Lavanya told her how after Tania's incident he had stopped designing.

"Remember the night when I made modifications to your design in the hospital", said Arnav as he hold her close ... Khushi nods her head remembering that night.

"You asked me to try designing again ... I was not sure I could do that ... but later into the night when I woke up I couldn't sleep back ... I saw you sleeping ... you were looking so peaceful ... then I just couldn't stop my hands ... I took your sketch pad and started to draw ... and this (pointing towards the dress) is the result ... i wanted to surprise you by giving this dress", said Arnav.

Khushi's eyes get misty, "Arnavji ... the dress is so beautiful ... everyone will be so happy to know this that you design again ... especially Anjali ji and Aman ... they both know how much this means to you and to them as well".

"Aman knows", said Arnav ... Khushi looked at him surprise, "Infact Lavanya knows it too ... she saw the design in my office and she figure it out and of course she ... ".

"Told Aman ...", Khushi completed his sentence ... and Arnav nods his head chuckling. Just then Arnav phones rings ... It was Aman's call.

"Now the next set is going to blow your mind off", said Stella as the model came on the ramp ... wearing the wedding gown with golden lace all over ... Followed by other model who was wearing the off white gown ... whose tail was sweeping the floor totally made of lace.

"the first design is by "xxx VF designer, second one is by "xxx VF designer and the third one (the 3^rd model enters) is by "xxx AR designer", said Stella as the 3 models walk on the ramp turning to sides, "the sheer lace work decorated with floral patterns", said Stella.

The 3 models went back and after few seconds another model enters the ramp.

"this one is Khushi's", Akash whispers in Payal's ear whose eyes widened seeing the gown ... she could not believe that Khushi could design something that gorgeous.

"this is design by "Khushi Gupta AR designer" the mutli layer lace work ... with silver floral work ... the second designed by "xxx VF designer" ... the 3^rd one designed by "xxx AR designer".

Payal and Anjali clapped loudly for Khushi's model. Rahul and Akash too were highly impress by the design.

The 3 models went back and then other 3 models come on the stage ... stella takes the name for the designer and little description of the designs.

The 3 models turn and poses for the camera and then went back the stage.

"Now the show stopper dress ... is designed by "xxx VF designer" (the showstopper model come on the stage and hall filled with clapping sound) Hollow lace, decorated with small floral transparent folds, multi-level loose skirt, drag long veil, are all the perfect embodiment of the romantic style wedding dress".

The models stays for longer on the stage ... the cameras click away .. the model turn and went to the entrance of the ramp .. the VF designer came who designed it ... he then takes a walk on the ramp with his model and then went back.

Arnav finishes the call, "Aman says to get ready ... Our Bridal Line showcasing will be starting now".

"He knows too that I will be walking on the ramp", asked Khushi nervously.

"No ... no one knows that you and me will be walking together", said Arnav again holding her arms, "I told him that model will be displaying my design as a showstopper one".

"Arnavji ... I ... I can't do this ... everyone one will be looking at me ... and then media ... they will again do something rubbish like that article ... I don't want anything go wrong today", said Khushi worriedly ... although she don't care now what media write about her or Arnav but she doesn't want the focus to come on them rather than this event ... she don't want any ruckus regarding this event.

"Khushi ... relax ... no one will know it is you who is the showstopper", said Arnav.

"But how Arnavji ... of course they will know", said Khushi ... Arnav smiles at her and then take something out of his trouser pocket.

Khushi got stunned the third time today ... seeing the object in his hand ... It was a white masquerade mask ... not any mask ... the same mask which she wore 3 n half years go at her college event ... where she met Arnav for first time.

"The event is not over yet ... we have a surprise for you all ... The AR is famous for its marvelous bridal line ... so the next is a small collection from AR designers ... I asked Mr. Aman Mathur to represent the bridal line", said Stella .. Aman who was standing there ... came ahead.

"Good evening ladies and gentlemen ... Our bridal line is simple yet traditional", said Aman as one model wearing silver floral work and light pink lining inside the skirt came on the ramp. "

As other 4 model enters the ramp Aman begun to speak, "the first set of designs clouds with silver floral work on the skirt with real zari work, adorned with netted dupatta".

The 5 models walk on the ramp, stop in front of cameras, give poses and then return back.

Khushi put her both hands on mouth not believing what she is seeing, she looks at Arnav who was smiling at her. "Arnavji ... this ... how ... you had this with you? Since when?", asked Khushi still in shock.

"Since the day I met you 3 n half years ago", replied Arnav.

"You took it when we ... when we ...", Khushi was astonish to know this.

"When we were in that booth and you pushed me and ran out ... I picked it ... I just couldn't leave it ... I don't know why", said Arnav as he put the mask on her face. Khushi heart got overwhelmed with the revelation ... she throws her arms around Arnav and hug him.

"the second set of design cloud with gold floral work with chikankari work embellishment", said Aman as the other 5 models comes on the ramp.

"the dresses are paired with floral fantasy embroidery blouses ...skirts have golden flower motives giving it a stylish look ... the delicate net dupatta will be perfect complement for the brides", said Aman.

"Come Khushi ...", said Arnav as he takes her hand and went out of the room ... there were 4 guards standing ... Arnav arrange for the security ... as he knew that after seeing him walking the ramp with model .. media people will swarm him ... he didn't want them to come close to Khushi.

The 5 models did their round and went back.

"Now for the show stopper dress ... well I am very pleased to announce that the dress is designed by the CEO of AR himself ... (their were loud murmurs in the hall) .. yes ladies and gentlemen ... the show stopper dress is designed by none other than Mr. Arnav Sigh Raizada", said Aman ... Just then Lavanya jerk him by arm, who was standing beside him

"What?", he asked and Lavanya gesture her towards the entrance of the ramp as where there standing was a little to side. Aman turn and got shocked seeing Arnav wearing that dress which was indicating that he was going to walk on the ramp with the model.

Arnav presses Khushi's hand and enter the ramp ... he left her hand and place it on her back and move forward ... Khushi heart was thudding very fast but she kept a smile on her face.

Anjali, Rahul, Akash literally gaped open mouth watching Arnav walking the ramp with the model after many years ... Anjali was very happy listening that Arnav had design the dress ... meaning that he had started design ... when ?? how? These were the questions running in her mind.

Not only them but the AR team members were also surprise to know that Arnav designed the showstopper dress but now they were shocked and with wide eyes seeing Arnav walking on the ramp.

Arnav and Khushi move forward ... as the audience clapped for them ... Khushi looked to the side where her sister was sitting and saw there shocked faces ... not only them but also her team members ... she grabs Arnav's hand with tension ... what if they recognize her.

"Its Khushi ... she is ... the model is Khushi", said Payal and Anjali looked at her shocked.

"What?", asked Akash.

"yes Akash ji ... I can recognized Khushi in every get up ... as she had done many crazy antics ... and I am very sure that is Khushi", said Payal looking at Anjali and Payal both.

And that's how Anjali got her answer ... that Arnav designed the dress for Khushi ... she smile through tears and looked at Rahul ... who gives her a side hug ... understanding her silent tears.

"Your Chottey is coming back Anji", said Rahul and Anjali beams up at him wiping her tears.

"yes he is ... thanks to Khushi", said Anjali nodding her head.

Arnav and Khushi stop at the edge of the ramp ... Arnav takes her hand and raising it above he gives her slow twirl ... The photographers went crazy ... clicking away ... as they were shocked to see Arnav himself walking on the ramp that too wearing Sherwani with the model ... he was ramp walking after years.

Arnav and Khushi turn back and went to the entrance of the ramp ... they turn again to face the audience ... Arnav raise his hand and gives a wave, the audience applause loudly and Arnav went back stage taking Khushi with him.

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HERE IS THE LITTLE EXTENSION ... IT WAS MEANT FOR THE NEXT CHAPTER ... BUT AS I ALREADY DELAY THIS UPDATE SO MUCH ... SO I THOUGHT TO GIVE MY READERS SOMETHING FOR PATIENTLY WAITING ...

XXX EXTENTION XXX

As on cue the guards came forward and surrounded Arnav and Khushi ... Aman and Lavanya too both come to him.

"Not now ...", said Arnav looking at Aman and Lavanya both and then left Khushi's hand, "Go Khushi". Khushi reluctantly move from there with guards and went to the green room.

Aman and Lavanya got another shock knowing that the model was Khushi.

"Lavanya go to Khushi ... make sure that no one see her ok", said Arnav to Lavanya ... who nodded and went in direction where Khushi went.

"What?", asked Arnav looking at Aman who was staring at him.

"You asking me what? What was that?", said Aman. Arnav just shrugs and move forward as he saw Mr. Ives coming.

"Oh no ... you are not going leaving this incomplete", said Aman as he blocked his way.

"Aman..", Arnav looked at him sternly.

"First you design the dress and then give another shock by doing this", said Aman gesturing towards the ramp.

"So ...?", asked Arnav.

"So ... why? I mean is everything ... why suddenly?", asked Aman with concern as he was the one who had seen Arnav suffering because of Tania's incident ... how he stopped designing and moving away from other things in life.

"yes Aman everything is fine ... I designed the dress for Khushi ... I don't how but I just did ... when Lavanya thought it was for the show then I thought why not ... I want the world to know that now I have someone special with me ... I know its not directly but I really wanted to do something special for Khushi", Arnav gave his honest reply.

Aman was astonish to hear this ... but he didn't said anything ... giving his silent support to him as always.

"OH MY GOD ... KHUSHI ...", Lavanya shrieked as she come in the green room and grabbed Khushi.

"La .. vanya jii", Khushi got startled.

"I can't believe this ... ASR ... ASR walks the ramp ... and you too with him ... Oh my God ... I still can't believe it", said Lavanya as she looks at Khushi.

"Wow ... I didn't knew that the dress will came out that gorgeous when I saw it on the paper", said Lavanya praising the dress. Khushi smiles at her.

"You know I knew it back then that ASR design the dress for you", said Lavanya winking at her and Khushi blush, "Lavanya ji ... I have to change", said Khushi and move towards the booth.

"yeah .. yeah ... go .. but don't think I am leaving this that easily", said Lavanya teasingly and Khushi shakes her heading getting in the booth.

Arnav went on the ramp in the same dress with VF CEO and both did the little closing speech ... then the lights went on all around the hall as the event came to end. Khushi had changed the dress and give it to Lavanya ... then they both move back to the hall.

Reporter went on the ramp taking pictures of Arnav and Mr. Ives together. Stella and Aman was also present there.

"Mr. Raizada ... you walked the ramp ... any particular reason?", one reporter asked.

"You designed the dress after years? Any special reason?", asked another reporter.

"Mr. Ives was it a surprise package of this event? Mr. Raizada walking the ramp", asked another reporter.

"well I didn't know that earlier ... but when today Mr. Raizada told me that he wanted to show his design as a showstopper ... I was surprise and happy to agree but he surprise me to by walking on the ramp ... and well it was a very pleasant surprise", said Mr. Ives. Tapping Arnav on his back as he move to side as other VIP people came on the ramp to greet him

"Mr. Raizada ... what you have to say about this?", asked the reporter.

"Well just that this event was very important to me and I want to contribute in that ... that's why I designed the dress ... how? And when ... well I can only said that I got inspires by someone", replied Arnav.

"Who was that?", asked the reporter.

Arnav shrugs, "Well can't tell you everything ... lets reaming something hidden", said Arnav as he move down the ramp ... but the reporters follow him.

"And the model ... why was she wearing the mask? When other model didn't wear any?", asked the reporter.

"Any special reason? Or was it to hide someone special", asked another reporter.

"Mr. Raizada was that dress for the show or someone special", asked other reporter.

"yes you are right ... that dress was for someone special ... and also that someone special wore it tonight", said Arnav.

"Who was she?", asked the reporter.

"Is she your girlfriend?", asked another.

"Whats her name?", asked another.

"Please no more questions", said Arnav raising his hand and move towards where his sister was. Reporters follow him asking question but luckily Arnav's guards came there and stopped them.

"Khushi ...", payal grabs her arm as soon as Khushi came near to her, "you didn't tell me that you would be walking the ramp as well", said Payal.

"Shhshh ... Jiji ...", said Khushi as she looked around, "Not now ... will talk about it later".

"Ahem ...", came Anjali's voice from side ... Khushi looked at her and Anjali wiggle her eyebrows at her, "So I guess it's the day of surprises hai na Rahul", said Anjali looking at Rahul who chuckles and Khushi blush.

"First got to know that Chottey designed again and then second saw him walking on the ramp that too wearing the model dress and I guess now the 3^rd surprise is that ...", Anjali dramatically left the sentence in complete looking at Khushi teasingly.

"Anjali ji ... please believe me I too didn't know ... Arnavji surprised me", said Khushi.

"Oho ... so that was a surprise for you", Anjali teases more.

"I ... I have to go now", said Khushi and went towards her fellow designers ... as media will be asking questions to them as well regarding the event.

Arnav saw Khushi leaving from there as he makes his way towards them.

"Oh here comes chottey", said Anjali when her eyes fell on Arnav.

"Di ...", said Arnav irritatingly . ... "Ok Ok ... Arnav ..." said Anjali as she hugs him.

"Congradulations ... the show was perfect and the last part makes it more perfect", said Anjali.

"Yeah bhai ... you really gave us a shock you know", said Akash.

"Yeah but glad that there was no heart attack", Rahul said his piece too ... Arnav rolls his eyes at his dramatic family.

"ASR ...", Aman came there, "We have to make an official statement about press meet ... Mr. ives is asking for you".

"Ok ... Di I will come", said Arnav "Akash ..", Arnav gesture him to come as well and they went away with Aman.

Anjali was so happy today seeing his brother success and more importantly coming back to the things he had left 2 years ago ... she happily chat with Rahul and Payal about it.

"Khushi ... where were you all the time ... I even call you ... why didn't you pick up?", Prachi bombard Khushi with questions when she came there.

"Sorry I left my cell in the green room ... I saw your missed call just now", said Khushi.

"But what were you doing in the green room ... everyone was here", said Prachi.

"I ... I ... was busy with something", said Khushi.

"tuch ... Khushi what was so important that you missed your own show ... you know your wedding dress was superb ... I guess Sonia was jealous", Prachi giggled.

"Don't talk about her yaar", said Khushi still haven't forgotten Sonia's gossip.

"Ok .. so what about ASR haan ... we can talk about him right", said Prachi teasingly.

"Prachi ...", Khushi eyed her as she looks around.

"What? I was just saying that it was shocking no ... seeing him walking the ramp ... I heard that he was model himself in early days but he left that ... so what was so important that he did that again", said Prachi.

"Don't know...", said Khushi as she looks in the direction of Arnav and saw him walking towards the ramp with Aman and Akash.

"it must be really something special right ... that today not only he designed the showstopper dress but also walked with the model naa", said Prachi

"Yeah must be", said Khushi and then next moment realizes that what was special ... Her.

If Arnav wanted he could have gifted her the dress ... why asked her to walk the ramp ... not only he asked her to walk the ram but he himself walked with her ... and not to forget he takes in consideration her nervousness of facing the audience as he gave her the mask ... her mask ... which he kept with himself all these years ... he all did this for her ... Khushi looked at Arnav in awe, who was standing with Mr. Ives and other important people of VF addressing the media.

"he did this for me ... he did said that he designed the dress for me ...", thought Khushi still looking at Arnav ... "Now I have to do something special for him as well".

TO BE CONTINUED ...

sorry guys i know i take too much time in posting part - B ... but i was having trouble with my net as it was not posting the pics ... when i posted the update ... i could not see the pics so i waited to post the update as the pics were important for this update ...

Another reason for delay is i make all the collages my self ... it was not easy to search for pics .. specially all the dress with lace work ... it took me 3 days just to collect the pics according to the theme.

LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR COMMENT ... 😳