Chapter 80

Chaos ...

That's what was happening all around media ... the newspapers, channels and internet, after Arnav's declaration of his love for Khushi in front of the media yesterday.

There was not even one single newspaper or channel which was not flashing Arnav and Khushi's photo from yesterday event. The media had gone completely berserk ...

Gossiping ... how the employee wins over her boss.

Defaming ... how ASR had been in and out of flings and not a commitment material.

Questions ... the status of the middle class girl, background about her family.

Admiration ... how the mighty ASR has fallen in love ... what a beautiful couple they made.

Where there was praising, there was also dirty gossips. Arnav had already prepared Khushi for this, and also told her parents when he last met them that media can get very dirty if they want to ... so he wanted them to be prepared for it ... and also assured them that they won't have to face the media. Khushi completely understood how the media works so she didn't mind a single thing ... but she was worried about her parents ... so she called them and Shashi assured her that they are fine.

Payal was teasing her at how Arnav declare to the world that he loves Khushi and soon they are going to get married. And Khushi was proud of that.

Anjali, Rahul and Akash admired how Arnav declare his love for Khushi in a way that her respect won't be harm.

Arnav was happy that finally he was able to tell the whole world that Khushi belongs to him and now no one can raise a finger on their relation. But he knew that it's just the beginning, he was worried that media had ways to find out information and soon they will get to know about Khushi's residence and her family ... he didn't want her family to face the media as they don't have any idea how to deal with them as his family who had been in situations like these many times.

Its already been 2 days since the success party but still the media was trying to get in contact with Arnav to get his private interview or to locate his fianc to know more about their relation and details regarding wedding.

Arnav sighed as he saw reporters at the front of AR building ... he took a turn and went to the back side of the building to park his car.

Arnav has been completely busy since 2 days, doing meetings with Media and PR departments and also he have to take decision regarding further projects of AR. Also there was another very important decision have to be made for which he had called a board members meeting.

Aman came out his cabin as soon as he saw Arnav entering office hall.

"Aman when is the board meeting?", asked Arnav when Aman came close to him.

"This Friday ASR", replied Aman.

"Good, have you informed Di?", asked Arnav. As Anjali own few shares of AR so she was a member of board as well.

"Yeah, she said what's her need when she is going to vote in your favor as always", said Aman.

"Hmm but still, I don't want other members to think that she doesn't care about AR matter, so I want her to be there", said Arnav as he climbs up the stairs.

"Ok I will call her then", said Aman.

"Leave it ... I will tell her in the evening", said Arnav as he give a quick nod to Annie, his PA and went inside the cabin who also follows him.

"So what I have today?", said Arnav looking at Annie as he places his laptop on table and sit on his chair.

"XXX magazine called to have your interview, other 2 channels also asked for the appointment. You have a meeting with Lavanya Mam to decide on the next fashion show, plus Jack (AR's lead photographer) wants to have yours and Khushi mam photoshoot. I got a call from finance manager from Mumbai, he wants to have a meeting as there are new candidates who want to invest in AR ...", Annie was telling his schedule when there was a knock on the door.

"Come in", said Arnav and Akash enter the cabin.

"Bhai I just had a call from Sharma's ... they want you to visit construction site in Goa ... they want you to inspect as half the construction is done for the resort ... they want to know if you want any changes or not", said Akash as he came near the table.

"hmm ... Annie is there anything else on the list?", asked Arnav looking at Annie.

"Yes just two, you have a conference call with Mr. Richard in evening and Mr. Bandra from Vinat Textile wants to know about the new order", said Annie.

"Ok ... I don't want to do any interview with any damn magazine or channel ... so cancel all that ... also for future. Tell Lavanya to come in after an hour and say No to Jack. Set my meeting with Mr.Bandra after lunch and email Mr.Richard at what time he will be available for call.", said Arnav. Annie nods her head and went out of the cabin.

"Aman call for finance meeting next week, I will go to Mumbai and ...", Arnav was saying when Akash cut in.

"Mumbai? ... Why?", asked Akash suddenly ... as the mention of Mumbai made Payal's image come in his mind.

Aman told him about the finance meeting. "I will go then", said Akash. And Arnav raised an eyebrow looking at him.

"um .. I mean I can do the meeting ... it might take a day or two ... and your presence is much more important here for the board meeting day after tomorrow", said Akash covering his excitement to be able to meet Payal.

"But Akash you also need to be present here", said Arnav, As Akash too have some of AR shares so he was on board too.

"Papa can attend that on my behalf, as I have made him my beneficiary", said Akash.

"Yeah Akash is right ASR", said Aman

"Also you are newly engage so you must be spending time with Khushi na", said Akash trying to tease Arnav.

"What?", Arnav gave a glare to Akash and he straighten up. "Um I will go and prepare for the meeting then", said Akash and move towards the door.

"And yeah bhai ... why don't you take Khushi with you to Goa ... you know one day holiday ... a romantic getaway ...", Akash was saying when Arnav given another glare to him, "Akash ..!!".

"Ok yeah .. going", said Akash and left the cabin.

"That was not a bad idea ASR", said Aman. "Aman not you too ok", said Arnav.

"Oh ok", said Aman raising his hand in surrender and sit in chair.

"Well as we were discussing in the meeting yesterday, we have 38% share of India Times, so our Media head was saying that why don't we buy other 12% shares and become half the partner that way ... we can have the channel acting on our terms", said Aman.

"No ... I don't want them, the incompetent people, interfering with people's personal life", said Arnav as he haven't forgotten about the article.

"ASR they are media people, it's their job to search for gossips", said Aman.

"Yeah fine ... but go for some fresh company, who haven't been for long, we can sell our shares of India Times and we can buy shares of new company", said Arnav.

"Then there is Daily Times, its only been a year that they have started ... they were looking for funds to start their channel ... we can provide that", said Aman.

"Hmm if you find them ok then go for it ... but remember to make a contract on our terms", said Arnav.

"yeah don't worry I will", said Aman.

After few more discussions Aman left and Lavanya enter after few minutes.

"ASR you have to say yes to Jack ... he is after me since the time you address the media with your love story", said Lavanya as she sit in the chair opposite to Arnav.

"No ... wasn't it enough the pictures which are publishing in newspaper since 2 days ... I don't want more", said Arnav.

"I know but they were all formal na ... Jack was telling me that he wanted to do some casual shoots of you both ... you know to capture your love", said Lavanya with a cheeky smile.

"What? What am I? a celebrity?", said Arnav in curt tone.

"Well you were a famous model and people still remember that", said Lavanya in matter of fact tone.

"Whatever just leave that", said Arnav.

"Well you have to do it some time, Aman was telling me that you are going in partnership with a media company, they will also ask for the same then?", said Lavanya and Arnav think that Lavanya was right.

"You know what ... let Jack do the photo-shoot, we can trust him right, he won't leak the photos, plus if the media company asks for the shoot, we can give them 2 or 3 of Jack's pics", suggested Lavanya.

"Hmm fine ... letme think on it", said Arnav.

"Good, so now tell me ... are we doing the fall show?, asked Lavanya.

"Um No ... I talked to Mr. Richard yesterday, he invited me for the winter show in Italy, so I was thinking, what if we present some of our design in that show", said Arnav.

"Wow, Italy ... that's great ASR", said Lavanya excitedly jumping.

"yeah so I am planning to put forward the offer in my call meeting with Mr. Richard in the evening ... if he agrees then we can start working on the collection", said Arnav.

"Ok ... but then what for the fall? No show?", asked Lavanya.

"No, with marriage coming up, I don't want extra work, plus I already have to go London or Paris", said Arnav.

"Oh so have you decided for the location of AR's new office?", asked Lavanya.

"Not yet ... we will decided in the board meeting", said Arnav, "So no show for the fall, but we can present our collection in fall magazine, and we can also give one portion of magazine to the collection we present in our last show at Paris".

"Hmm .. ok fine then ... but we do have to present the exhibition for fall collection", said Lavanya, "And I was thinking we should also display our dresses from Paris fashion show".

"Um ok ... you handle all that ... you know better", said Arnav.

"Ok good then", said Lavanya as she stood up, "By the way, when will Khushi be coming to office?", asked Lavanya.

"Next week ... but don't give her much work", said Arnav.

"Aye haye ... don't worry I won't keep your finace busy", said Lavanya in a teasing tone.

Arnav just roll his eyes, whats with everyone teasing him today. Lavanya left the cabin and Arnav open his laptop.

He had asked Khushi not to come to the office with all the chaos going on, as he didn't want her to face the media or even people at office to question her about anything.

Thinking of her, he picks his cell and call Khushi ... since their last meeting at night in Shantivan he haven't been able to meet her, and was missing her ... he didn't talk much with her at night ... as he got pretty tired at the end of the day.

His brows frown when Khushi cells went busy ... he tried, 2, 3 times ... but it went on busy tone. He then sends her a message to call him.

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"1, 2, 3 ... Here we go", said Khushi in baby voice as she fed Arush cerelac.

"Good boy", said Khushi taking the last of cerelac and bringing it near Arush's face.

"Naah ...", Arush turn his face away ... not wanting to eat more.

"Arush ... it's the last one ... come on", said Khushi as she bring the spoon near to his mouth again.

"Naaah nna", said Arush as he turns his face to other side.

"Arush ... sweetuu ... look this is last one ... now come on ... for mama ... pleesh", said Khushi and bring the spoon near ... this time Arush open his mouth and took the cerelac.

"Good boy", said Khushi as she peck Arush on his cheeks, "Mama ka shweetu".

Just then the landline phone ring ... "Aye Sanka devi ... look whose calling", shouted Buaji who was in the kitchen".

"Arush stay here ok ... don't come down", said Khushi to Arush who was sitting on the sofa.

Khushi went to the side table and picks the phone, it was her mother.

"Amma how are you? Hows Baba?", asked Khushi keeping her eye on Arush who was playing with his car toy.

"Everyone is fine Bitya ... where is Jiji? I need to talk to her", said Garima.

"Ji one minute ..", said Khushi keeping the phone on table and hurriedly went in Kitchen.

"Buaji, its Amma on the phone, she wants to talk to you", said Khushi in hurried tone and went back to living room and smile seeing Arush still sitting on the sofa.

"Uthaooo ...", exclaimed Arush when Khushi came near him. Khushi pick him in her arms and went to her room.

Her phone ring ... she checked ... it was unknown number ... she place Arush on bed and picked the call.

"Hello?", said Khushi

"Khushi Gupta, how dare you got engaged without telling me", came a lady's angry voice.

"Aashi?", Khushi exclaimed, "Its you ... when you come back to India?" as she remember the number she saw on her cell was a local number.

"Wow great ... I emailed you on Saturday ... that I am coming back to India on Sunday ... and you didn't replied and also you got engaged ... and that too to ASR ... the ASR ... how dare you not tell me?", said Ashima, Khushi's best friend in anger.

"Oh Sorry Aashi ... the last 2 days were so hectic with all the media going beserk ... I haven't checked my email.", said replied Khushi in happy tone.

"Fine but why didn't you tell us about your engagement yaar ... that's not fair ... I am very upset with you", said Ashima.

"I am sorry yara, its just that things happen so quick ... I already got scolding from Divya and Poonam", said Khushi.

"Well I don't need sorry ... you have to make it up for us ... come to Mumbai ... and that too with ASR ... oh gosh ... he is so handsome ... I want to meet him in real yaar", said Ashima in dreamy voice.

Khushi roll her eyes, Divya and Poonam, also said the same that they wanted to meet Arnav, As he was consider an ideal personality among the young fashion designers and a handsome hunk among the girls ... as she had listen many talks during her bachelors university days.

"I will try dear ... Arnavji is a busy man ... its difficult for him to take time out", said Khushi.

"Well I am not listening to this ... you are his fianc, I am sure he will agree if you ask him", said Ashima.

"Ok ... let me try", said Khushi. Just then she heard a beep and saw Arnav calling her

"Good, hey you're coming to Alumni dinner right? I don't want any excuses ok ... NK is coming so are you ... that's an order", said Ashima.

"yes mam ... ok I have to go now ... will call you later", said Khushi.

"What? I called you and you are going ... no way ...", Ashima was saying when she heard a baby voice in background.

"Who's that Khushi?", asked Ashima.

"Um Arush", said Khushi.

"Oh oh ... can I talk to him ... he is soo cute", said Ashima ... as Khushi converse her through emails and also had shown Arush's pictures to her.

"Aashi .. he doesn't talk much ... when you meet him then talk to him", said Khushi as she heard anther beep and saw Arnav calling her again. But Ashima was not ready to cut the phone soon ... so they keep on talking for few more minutes.

Beside NK, Ashima, Divya and Poonam are her very good friends, among them Ashima was more close to her who went abroad for master's degree after one month of their graduation.

Khushi was about to call Arnav when Arush tug on her shirt, "Mama .. mum .. mum".

"Awhh .. come my baby needs mum", said Khushi as she picked Arush and went out of room and went to kitchen, she took some water in glass and went to living room. She sits on sofa with Arush in her lap and makes him drink water.

"Ok Garima don't worry ... I will talk to Maaji ... ok ... ok ... I will go to Luckhnow if needed", said Buaji and after biding goodbaye put the phone down.

"What happened buaji?", asked Khushi.

"Your Dadi is not happy with your engagement news, she saw your and Arnav babwa picture in the newspaper and had called your Amma", said Buaji shaking her head.

"So what ... its not that I am her favorite granddaughter", said Khushi twisting her mouth.

"Titiliya ...", Buaji wanted to say but think otherwise ... its no use ... Khushi's dadi had never accepted her, as she was not happy with Shashi's decision of adopting her.

"I have to call Arnavji", said Khushi went in her room along with Arush. Sitting on the bed, she called Arnav.

"Hey" Arnav pick the call on second ring.

"Hey Arnavji ... how are you? Hows your day going?", said Khushi.

"I am fine ... day is busy as usual ... what about you?", said Arnav.

"Um ok ok ... Anjali ji asked me to come by the Orphanage ... so I am planning to go there", said Khushi.

"Hmm ... I want to meet you Khushi", sighed Arnav ... he was missing her very much

"Me too Arnavji. You come home late in night that I can't even meet you at Shantivan", said Khushi a bit sadly, as she was feeling the same.

"I know dear ... things are pretty busy here ... do one thing ... you come with Di today, I will try to come in evening", said Arnav.

"Ok I will", said Khushi happily.

"Ok I have to go now ... see you soon", said Arnav and cut the call.

Khushi put the phone down and cuddle her baby ... mention of her Dadi make her mood off a little.

She played with Arush for a while and then got ready and went out to go to Orphanage with Arush. Khushi had a nice time with all the kids and Anjali. They were planning to have some extra activities different from their routine ones ... so Khushi suggested a dress-up party where every kids will dress up differently and they like the idea, also Anjali suggested to have a baking class ... which will good experience specially for girls and for boy they planned to have a football match. Then they made a planner as on which day which activity will be done.

Arnav groaned in frustration when Annie told him that Mr. Richard had postponed their meeting for 2 more hours. He messaged Khushi that he won't be able to come home in the evening, so Khushi went to her home instead of going with Anjali. Both were sad as they couldn't spend time with each other.

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"What happened Buaji?", asked Khushi seeing her Buaji deep in thought with worried expression, Khushi came out in living room after placing sleepy Arush on her bed.

"I talked to your Dadi, she is not happy with the way your engagement is done, why she and others were not informed about it.", said Buaji.

"Buaji I don't ..", Khushi wanted to say when Buaji gesture her to stop and continuing herself, "I told her that everything was done quickly and due to some circumstances, keeping in mind about Media as Arnav babwa is a known personality ... I explain her the whole situation. She also said that why there was no Shagun ceremony where two family meet each other before your roka(engagement) ... so she had asked for Arnav babwa family to properly meet with our whole family. That's what I was thinking to ask Devanyi ji if they can come to Luckhnow".

"What? Luckhnow? Buaji Arnavji would never agree to go that city, he hates that place", said Khushi remembering when Arnav told her about his past.

"Ohh then what we will do now ... it's a tradition that always a Groom Family goes to the bride's family", said Buaji.

"So if its that much necessary then it can be done at our home in Mumbai na", said Khushi.

"I did say that too Maaji but she insist that Groom family comes to Luckhnow to meet other relatives as well ... and if its not done then your dadi will not come for your wedding", said buaji.

"I don't care if she comes or not ... she is just doing it to irritate me", said Khushi in anger tone.

"Titiliya ... she is your grandmother ... and it may doesn't matter to you ... but it matters to you Amma and Baba", said Buaji.

Khushi huff ... her dadi never left the chance to taunt her just because she was not their own blood. So she was not really fond of her too.

"Let me talk to Deviyani Ji ... lets see what they think", said Buaji as she went into the kitchen.

Khushi lean back on the sofa, she was sure that if Naniji does agree to go to Luckhnow, Arnav would never agree to go there. Now whats this new problem now, thought Khushi irritatingly.

Next day Thursday morning Akash went to Mumbai for the finance meeting. Mr. Richard had talk to his boss and give a green go to Arnav that they can represent their collection at their winter fashion show in Italy. Arnav called Lavanya and tell her the news, she got excited and told her designers about it who also got excited for the new experience and trip to Italy. Arnav told Lavanya that Ms. Stella will soon be emailing her about the theme and other details about the fashion show so they can start the work.

Arnav had called Khushi in night and told her the news, she was excited too. She couldn't wait for Monday to come so that she can start going to office, that way she will be able to spend some time with him. Arnav was waiting for it too ... as now everyone knows about their relation which is also official now so they don't have to worry about gossip or people's reaction.

Next day Friday was the board meeting, whose purpose was to decide in which city they will be opening their new office plus outlet ... London or Paris?

The board consists of 8 members including Arnav, Anjali and Akash. Arnav owns the biggest shares 30% of AR, Anjali owns 15%, Akash 15% and rest of the 40% was equally divided between the other 4 members of the board, one lady and 3 men. As Akash was not present, his father was attending the meeting on his behalf. Aman was also present, though he was not a board member but everyone knew that he was Arnav's right hand man and if anyone has the right of decision making after Arnav then its Aman. And no one can question his presence in any of the meeting related to AR. Lady was in favor of Paris and other 2 men too. Anjali suggested to go for London as it will give more scope for all kind of audience plus the local public will be more as compare to Paris which is already rule by VF. They debate for another hour and finally London was chosen for the first AR international office and outlet.

Arnav then email Mr. Richard about board's decision and was so elated when an hour later he got the reply that VF is ready to support them in marketing strategy. Arnav then had a meeting with the Marketing and Finance department to come up with the budget plan and other details.

Arnav had told Aman and Heads of other department to keep the matter under fold as he doesn't want the media and rivals to know about this.

Arnav send message to Khushi as he approached his vehicle in the parking lot, he wants to meet her ... its been 4 days that he haven't met her, touch her ... kiss her.

"Coming to your place, need to share a happy news" ... Khushi read Arnav's message and replied instantly. "Come quick ... can't wait more".

A big smile came on his lips reading Khushi's reply and he started the car and drove out of AR building.

Khushi check herself in the mirror for the 5^th time, she was wearing a simple pink salwar kameez. Should she open her hair? , she thought ... then she smack her head ... why she is getting so anxious about her appearance ... its not she was going out with him for date ... but she was feeling excitement and anticipation as they will be meeting after 4 days. She pulls the band out from her hairs and brushes them again. She went to bed; Arush was still sleeping as he got pretty tired, playing with kids at the Orphanage. She had already told Buaji that Arnav is coming so she was in kitchen preparing things for dinner.

Few minutes later the door bell ring, Khushi grabs her dupatta and run out of room toward the front door. She grabs the door handle and jerk it open, a big smile on her face.

There ... Arnav was standing in his dark brown dress pant and waist coat with chocolate brown shirt, he wasn't wearing his coat and his tie was loose. Few of his hair falling on forehead.

On the way to her home Arnav was thinking many things he will do when he will meet her, kiss her, hug her, pick her up in arms etc ... but as he stood at the door ... he just kept looking at her ... how can someone look so tempting in a simple attire, thought Arnav.

Both were taking each other's fill without saying a word. Khushi move forward, as she wanted to hug him but just then Buaji shouted from behind. "Aye Sanka devi ... let Arnav babwa come inside".

"um ji .. ji ...", Khushi move back and Arnav enters inside. He was controlling himself not to pounce on her as Buaji was present there.

"How are you babwa?", said Buaji as she run her hand on his head.

"I am fine Buaji, just a little tired ... how are you?", said Arnav with a slight smile.

"I am good ... you sit ... I will bring tea for you", said Buaji and was about to turn when Khushi said, "Arnavji doesn't drink tea in evening Buaji (looking at him) he drinks coffee".

Arnav smile at her, she quickly avert her eyes and look at Buaji, "I will make it". Buaji nods her head, "Babwa you sit down", said Buaji gesturing towards sofa.

"No .. um where is Arush?", said Arnav looking around.

"He is in room, sleeping", said Khushi.

"oh ... I will just see him then", said Arnav and move towards Khushi's room.

Buaji and Khushi went in the kitchen. "Sankadevi I made this pakoras ... take this also with coffee", said Buaji.

"No Buaji, Arnavji doesn't eat anything in evening ... he only takes his coffee", replied Khushi as she take coffee jar out from shelf.

Buaji smile listening this, surprise a little as how Khushi knew these things about Arnav.

"ok then he will be staying for dinner?", asked Buaji.

"Um I don't know Buaji .. I will ask him", said Khushi as she put pan on stove to boil water, "You go and rest Buaji, i will cook dinner".

Buaji went to her room and Khushi quickly made coffee and went to her room.

"Arnavji ... your coff ..", Khushi was saying when she didn't see Arnav in the room. She was about to moveout of room to see if he is in living room when the bathroom door open and Arnav came out ... her face and hands were wet.

"oh wait Arnavji .. I will give you towel", said Khushi she place the coffee on bedside table and went to her cupboard ... she was about to open it when Arnav grabs her wirst, twirl her around in a quick movement.

"Arna ...", Khushi was about to say when Arnav lean down and place his lips on her.

Khushi was startled at the fast movement but the next second relaxed ... as she wanted the same. She warps her arms around his neck and Arnav wound his arms around her waist pulling her into himself.

Khushi move her lips away, "Arnavji ... your face ...".

"Leave it", said Arnav as he place his lips on her ... few water droplets fall near her lips which Arnav suck them.

"No Arnavji ..", (smooch) wo um Buaji (Smooch) can come", said Khushi trying to move away but Arnav wasn't letting her.

After devouring her sweet lips Arnav breaks the kiss. He leans down again for the kiss when Khushi place her hand on his lips.

Arnav moves her hand and kiss her again, this time more passionately. Khushi tired to break the kiss but Arnav was not letting her. Arnav move away only when they were in need of oxygen.

Khushi was breathing heavily, and her cheeks were red now.

"Khushi ...", Arnav say her name huskily as she kiss her jaw and chin and move down to neck.

"Arnavji .. please no ... Buaji", Khushi tried to push him a little. His kisses were making her senses numb.

"Khushi I can't stop ... I have missed you so much", said Arnav as he place kiss on her collar bone.

Arnav move up to capture her lips again ... but before he could do that ... they heard a voice from behind.

"Maammaa...", Arush was awake as he tried to sit on bed.

Arnav take a deep breath and move away. Khushi pick up her dupatta from floor, which fallen down while they were kissing. She move towards the bed and takes Arush in her lap.

"My baby is awake haan ... look papa is here", said Khushi as she make him look at Arnav.

Arush was still sleepy but he extend his arms towards Arnav gesturing him to come. Arnav sit opposite to Khushi and take Arush hand, who wrap his little hand around Arnav's two fingers.

"Arnavji .. will you take him for a minute .. I will prepare his milk", said Khushi and extended Arush towards him. Arnav take him in his lap and Khushi went out of room.

"aahnnn taaa", Arush made baby sound as he tap Arnav's cheeks ... it was his way of greeting.

"Hey big guy ...", Arnav ruffle his hair ... Arush got busy in playing with his tie. After 5 minutes Khushi came back. Arnav takes the bottle from her and bring near Arush's who started hopping seeing his milk bottle. Arnav lay him down on bed, and put bottle in his mouth who started drinking.

Khushi smile seeing this, but next moment gasped when Arnav pulled her on his lap.

"Arnavji what are you doing", said Khushi as she tried to move away but Arnav wound his arms around her. "Leave me".

"No ..", said Arnav looking at her intently.

"Arnavji please na ... What if Buaji comes", said Khushi anxiously.

"I don't care ... I want to hold you", said Arnav and Khushi looked at him ... his eyes were intense.

"um .. wo you said you wanted to share something", said Khushi diverting his mind before he starts kissing her again ... its not that she doesn't want it ... she didn't want to get embarrass infront of Buaji if she sees them.

"I have done it Khushi", said Arnav, "AR soon will establish in London".

"Really?", asked Khushi happy and surprise. Arnav nods and Khushi hug him. "Oh Arnavji ... many many maaannnyy congradulations".

Khushi breaks the hug and cup his cheek, "it's a very big news".

"yeah ..." Arnav then tells her about the board meeting and Mr. Richard's reply.

"Such a big news and you came empty handed", said Khushi pouting.

"Ok .. so what you want", said Arnav as he lean close to her face.

"Um ..." Khushi lean back and Arnav smirk seeing her red cheeks.

"By the way ... its you who should be giving me some gift", said Arnav.

"Arey wah ... why me ... you got the achievement ... so you should give me a treat", said Khushi.

"where is this written that I should give you treat ... besides I already gifted you once and you haven't", said Arnav taking hand on which she was wearing the bracelet which he gifted her on their first date.

"oh ok tell me what you want", said Khushi.

"Really ... you will give me whatever I want", said Arnav in teasing tone as he roam his hands on waist.

Khushi blushed and put her hand on his to stop his movements, "No ... I will think of something .. now leave me ... your coffee also got cold", said Khushi as she tried to move away.

Arnav wasn't in the mood to let her go but Arush had pushed the bottle away and was trying to move towards Khushi making irritating sound.

Arnav let her go and Khushi move back on bed taking Arush in her lap and lay him down. Arush grabs her hair, as he loves to play with them.

Khushi take the bottle as it still have some milk left and bring near Arush's mouth, who then takes in and starts to drink again ... he was habitual of Khushi's warmth and arms as Khushi always make him drink milk by laying him in her arms.

Arnav looked in awe at them, "Khushi it still amaze me how he so attune to you ... no one can tell that your not his real mother", said Arnav and quickly grab her hand when he saw flicker of hurt across her face, "don't get me wrong ... you're his mother Khushi in all sense ... what I meant to say Is that the bond you two share is so ... you get it what I want to say right ... I didn't mean to hurt you ...or ..."

"I know Arnavji ... its ok ... he never makes me feel that I am not his real mother ... they way he calls me Mama and the way he needs me ... it always make me feel that he belong to me", said Khushi looking down at Arush with love, who was holding his milk bottle with one hand and with other he was playing with Khushi's hair.

"He does Khushi", said Arnav.

"Its my belief that love can heal any pain and its love that bond us together ... its my love for him that make me bond to him and his love for me that bond him to me", said Khushi as she peck on Arush's forhead. Then she takes Arnav hands, "Just like it bonds us together".

"For Always ...", said Arnav as he place a kiss on her hand.

"Always ..", said Khushi entwining her fingers with his.

TO BE CONTINUED ...

-- i am still getting myself back into writing mode ... so kindly excuse if something lacks in this update.😳

-- i have delayed Rohan's (Tania's brother) entry for 2 more chapters ... as in past days i got few ideas about Arshi courtship moments which i wanted to show ... thats why the next two chapter will be on that ...

-- Incase if you guys are thinking why i mentioned about Khushi's dadi and all that ... well you will get to know more in next chapter ... i have this particular scene in my mind which i want to show ... so for that i was setting the stage .. this update is more like in that sense ... setting the stage for things which will you see in next 2 chapters ...

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