Chapter 156

Here is the next Epilogue, I am adding an overview of timeline, in case if anyone feels confuse ...

Jan 14, 2012 - Story started from Arush's 1st birthday (Prologue)
Jan 14, 2013 - Story ended with Arush's 2nd birthday (Last chapter 102)
So basically I have shown a whole year of Arnav & Khushi's life with other characters involved :)

March 2013 – London Fashion Show, for which Khushi was the team lead (Last chapter 102)
July 2013 – NK and Naina got married (mentioned in Epilogue A)
August 2013 – Aarav was born, sharing Arnav's birthday (mentioned in Epilogue A)
September 2013 – Arnav and Khushi went to Greece for their first wedding anniversary (Last Chapter 102)
November 2013 – Payal and Akash's wedding (Epilogue – A)

Now moving forward ...

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Epilogue -- B

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---------- January 2014 - Goa

Their cars made a turn and came upon a red brick pathway and the white structure building came into more focus, stood majestic and glinted in the afternoon sun. "Emerald Regency Hotel & Beach Resort" ... Arnav's very own hotel & resort finally in the completion stage after the diligent hard work of 2 years.

Khushi was in awe of her surroundings, huge palm trees lined on both side of the red brick pathway leading up to the entrance of the hotel. The lawns trim immaculately and flowers were blossoming in their neat bushes. The cars stopped at the lobby entrance and they all came out ... the Raizadas including Nani, Mamaji, Mamiji, Arnav, Khushi with Arush, Akash and Payal, Anjali and Rahul with their son Aarav. Khushi's parents and Buaji.

While planning for Arush 3rd birthday, Arnav suggested it to celebrate it at his new resort as he wanted to show his family the resort before they open it to public in June this year and as they discuss further it turn into a mini vacation, inviting their close friends Aman, Lavanya, NK, Naina and Rohan (on Khushi's insistence) as well. Akash had invited his best friends Manav, Sania with their daughter Sarah. Khushi had invited Aashima, Divya and Poonam as well but they could not make it. Divya and Poonam had prior family commitments while Aashima had to be in US to take care of meetings as Rohan was coming to Goa so one person had to stay back, for which Aashima was not very happy.

The manager was waiting for them with his team. He came forward and greeted Arnav and his family and friends and they all move inside the lobby.

The lobby was huge, interior decor was done in warm browns and accented gold colors here and there. Arnav addresses their crowed, proudly telling about the hotel ... on their right side was the grand stair case and 3 lifts, and adjacent to the lifts were the 'Loss & Found' area. On their left was the reception and adjacent to the reception was a double door which leads to the Managerial Staff Offices. Arnav then move straight forward and they all pass through a double door coming to the small balcony which have stairs going down on both sides.

They all move down the stairs and came to the huge pool side area, having a same white brick building on its both sides. The hotel was built in a square U shape with the huge pool in the belly of the hotel structure and beyond the pool was the open beach of Goa with Arabian Sea looking beautiful with its green blue water.

Arnav explain that each building have their own name ... the lobby from where they have come was called 'Main Emerald Hotel', the building structure on their right was 'West Emerald Resort (WER)' and the building on their left was 'East Emerald Resort (EER)'.

All 3 buildings have total 12 floors, the ground floor on the both WER and EER includes restaurants, buffet area and different variety of shops. The first floor of WER included clubs, one public and one private which will be rented to interested parties ... a Casino, drinking bars and gaming area for adults and Spa services for ladies. Mamiji was happy knowing that they have a luxurious spa which is free for the family members and was talking to Anjali, Lavanya, Payal, and Khushi to avail the services tomorrow before evening celebration of Arush's 3rd birthday.

The first floor of EER includes gaming area for kids, various activities stations which parents can enjoy with their kids, jungle gym, skating arena and indoor pool for kids. The EER building will mostly caters to family while WER building will cater to adults, couples and interested parties.

Shashi, Garima and Buaji were also impressed with the structure of the hotel and were listening to their son-in-law proudly as he further explained about the hotel ... from 2nd floor to 10th floor, all three buildings have rooms ... single person, double person, deluxe suites (with a bedroom, a bath and small living space) and family suites (2 bedrooms, single bath, small living area with small kitchenette). The 11th floor of each building has 4 presidential suits, each having 2 separate bedrooms with its own bath, living area, kitchen and balcony. The top most, 12th floor, of all 3 buildings have ballroom type halls which will be rented out for events like weddings, private parties, office functions, workshops and exhibitions etc.

Arnav mentioned that they all will be living in the EER presidential suits (his family and Guptas) while their friends have family suites.

"You can all go up to your room to rest or just look around. I have instructed the staff to prepare the buffet for us or you can call room service whatever suits you", said Arnav as he moves near his Nani, "Nani, you should go up and rest. A staff member will guide you and will be there if you need anything".

Devyani look at her grandson with immense proud and lightly tap Arnav's cheek, "I am very proud of you Chottey. If your mother could see you now ... she would be so happy". Arnav gulped at the mention of his mother and nodded.

"Sale Sahab ... seriously its very grandeur with very beautiful scenery", said Rahul as he gestures towards the beach. Anjali wholeheartedly agree as she sways Aarav in her arms.

"Yes I agree, the scenery is beautiful", said Rajat who was standing with Mamaji, they both have become great friends in the past year, "Specially the location of beach, it will definitely attract vast crowd".

"That was the main purpose Uncle", said Arnav, "We wanted to cater to every social class. That's why we have various charges which will cater to each social class differently. The middle class people mostly have difficulties in planning their vacations and gateways due to restrain in their budget. So we decided that we will have lower charges catalogues for those".

"That's great son ... you are right in your estimation about middle class. Most of luxurious resorts are out of their range. I am glad that you thought of this situation", said Rajat.

Arnav smile in politeness and called a staff member and inform him to guide his family and guests to their rooms or where ever they want to go to have look around. He looks here and there to locate Khushi and chuckled as he saw her struggling with Arush, who probably wants to go into the water and Khushi was scolding him to behave. He move forward and came near them.

"Arush, I will hit your bump ... no water now", said Khushi as she pick Arush up who wiggles his legs to be let go.

"No Maamaa ... pani ... pani kehlna ... pani mein jana", exclaimed Arush as he struggle within his mother's hold.

"Arush ...", came Arnav's stern voice and Arush immediately stopped squirming, "When Mama is saying no water then you are not going to play in water now".

Arush's lips wobble indicating that he is close to bring out a cry. Arnav picked Arush from Khushi and hold him in his arms, "Let's eat something first ok ... Papa has made Arush favorite fries and pizza".

Arush perk up at the mention of his favorite food, "Pizzah?".

"Yes pizzah with loads of olives", said Arnav and Arush clapped at the mentioned of olives. That little tuck just love olives and mostly eat the top of the pizza with olives leaving the bread.

Khushi looks at the father son duo irritatingly, "Here I was struggling with him for 10 mins and with one stern voice from his papa he stopped and now look how innocent he has become".

Arnav chuckled in return and takes Khushi's hand, tugging her close, "Well it's you who says, like father like son, no?". Khushi pouted making Arnav want to kiss her. He squeezes her hand and Khushi sighed.

"I know you are hungry", said Arnav, "Come lets go ... we can come down here after some time". Khushi nodded in reply and they move towards the EER lobby as Arush chatted away with Arnav about food and wanting to play in water.

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Khushi came out of washroom wearing her night clothes and came near bed to check on Arush who was sleeping peacefully, tucked in blanket. She looked around for Arnav and didn't see him in the bedroom. They have decided to sleep early today as they all were tired from the journey and roaming around the hotel. She went out in search of him and just then the front door bell ring. She went to check and it was her Buaji.

"Arey Buaji? Did you need something?", asked Khushi.

"No titiliya, Arnav babwa asked me to come", replied Buaji and Khushi move aside to let her Buaji enter.

"Buaji you here ... Great. Arush is sleeping in that room", said Arnav coming from the balcony and gestures towards their bedroom, "You can sleep there if you want, we will be back in an hour or two".

"No problem babwa ... you both take your time", said Buaji with a smile and move towards the bedroom.

"Arnavji?", Khushi looked at her husband questioningly. "Come Khushi, we are going out", said Arnav as he took her hand.

"Out? Now?", said Khushi, "I thought we were going to sleep".

"Obviously we are not as I said we are going out", said Arnav as he tugs her towards the front door.

"But ... but ... I am wearing my night suit. Why didn't you tell me earlier that we will go out? At least give me time to change clothes", said Khushi as she tugs her hand back from Arnav.

Arnav turns back and gives Khushi a once over who was wearing a light blue night shirt and trouser, "Your clothes are fine and it will be just us", as he extends his hand for Khushi to take.

Khushi look back at the bedroom room, whose door was slightly ajar, "What if Arush wakes up?".

"Hence why Buaji is here. I asked her while we were eating at the buffet if she can look after Arush for some time as I wanted to show you something", said Arnav as he take a step towards Khushi and take her hand, "Come on lets go, we will get late".

Before Khushi could protest again Arnav had already move out of front door. Khushi huffed in irritation as she looked down at her black slippers. Why couldn't Arnavji told her before, she could have change into something else.

"Khushi ... its fine. Stop thinking about your clothes", said Arnav as they both went towards lift.

"Huh ... easy for you to say, even in your trouser you look like a business man", said Khushi eyeing Arnav's black trouser, grey shirt and black zipped jumper. Arnav chuckled as he pulls Khushi inside the lift and Khushi shivers a little remembering she didn't have any jacket or shawl to cover herself.

"Arnavji, I didn't take my jacket", said Khushi as she rubs her arms. Arnav press the lift button for topmost floor and opened his jumper and hand it to Khushi, who shakes her head, "You will get cold".

"Its not that much cold today, I can handle it", said Arnav as he move Khushi infront of him and drape his jumper over her, "You feel more cold than me. Please relax and stop thinking things. I just want to spend some alone time with you".

Khushi put her arms into and sleeves and open her mouth to protest that they could have spent alone time in their room but stopped thinking that Arnav mentioned wanting to show her something. She looks at Arnav giving her tender looks and she smile back in return.

After few seconds the lift door opens and they both came out. Khushi looked around in astonishment, "Wow Arnavji, its looks so beautiful up here".

"Yeah, all 3 buildings have rooftop bars. This one is for public, the WER one is for private parties and the main building has one for weddings and official gatherings", said Arnav as he move forwards between the sitting area. Khushi saw the bar at one end and lounge chairs with few folded umbrellas on the other side. As they move towards the edge of the rooftop, a spectacular view of the sea and sunset came up front.

Khushi gasped a little as she looked around, "This ... this ...wow".

"Its beautiful right?", said Arnav as he move behind her, wounding his arms around her torso.

"You wanted to show me the sunset, right?", said Khushi as she slightly turn to look at Arnav who nodded in return.

"Remember when we were in Greece and one evening you insisted to see the sunset, saying that its romantic and couples do it blah blah", said Arnav and Khushi smacks his arm over her stomach.

"It is romantic", said Khushi.

"I know that's why I wanted to come up here with you", said Arnav as he places a kiss on her cheek and Khushi smiles up at him, "Ahan ... when did you become so romantic?".

"I am romantic", said Arnav as he turn Khushi to face him, "But only with my wife. This side is only reserve for her", as his fingers touch her cheek lightly.

Khushi smiles shyly up at him and Arnav's eyes move down towards her lips. Khushi bit her lower lip making Arnav groan inside. This gesture of hers always makes him a bit turned on and he couldn't resist lowering his head taking her lips in a slow sensual kiss. After few seconds they have to break apart for much needed oxygen. Both their foreheads were touching.

Arnav move a step back and gesture Khushi to look back at the sea view, "And I also wanted to show you the hotel's view from top".

Khushi turned and gasped as now the hotel lights were on, giving the surroundings a pretty glow.

She could see the staff members down there around the pool area and some on the beach side. There are some boats in the sea as well, which were now moving towards the shore. "Arnavji, is this beach open to all public or just your clients?", asked Khushi taking in the scenery. Wind was blowing softly and she could hear the sound of waves, its kind of peaceful.

"Not to public as such. It will become too crowded. We have to get the permit of this beach from the government, which will be renewed every year. They will come and see if we are taking proper care of the environment. We have put the border around our property", said Arnav and then he pointed towards their right, "Do you see that red light?",

At some distance, Khushi could see a long pole with red light, "Yeah".

"That's where our property ends. Just with the edge of our golf course", said Arnav and Khushi move towards the left side looking around the vast space with few lights lit around the ground. She could see the construction vehicles and equipment.

"So those who are not our clients, cannot wander on to our side of the beach", said Arnav following Khushi.

"You are building a golf course?", asked Khushi in surprised turning to Arnav. She heard around the office that some of their top clients like to play golf and often invite Arnav, but he always decline as he doesn't like that sport, "You don't like golf".

Arnav nodded, "I don't. But as you know some of our top clients, men, like to play golf. It's like a luxury sport, I can never understand it but Rohan told me that it's popular among high rank business men and if I can afford it, I should have it build to attract that clientele", as he came to stand next to Khushi, "He also suggested about Casino and gaming area for adults. He said it will help attract the foreign clients as they like to play poker and stuff".

"Its surprising that you are following Rohan suggestions. I thought you don't like him", said Khushi with a small smile, knowing that its not true now. They both have been more civil to each other in the last few months ... if she can dare say, more friendly.

Arnav shrugs, "He irritates me but he has good business acumen. You do know that he has his own 2 Hotel and Resorts in USA, he has been in this industry longer than I am and knowing the increase in his profit margin, I believe that his suggestions will turn out fruitful".

"Of course you know his profit margin", Khushi shakes her head knowing that Arnav does his research before making final decisions, "Then why don't you make him your partner if you believe in his business acumen. He can be helpful to you", asked Khushi.

"His suggestions are helpful, no doubt but you know I like to operate alone. I already have Sharmas as partners and then we have to let the Oberois come on board of director as we were coming short on the finances for this project. They have their own chain of hotels here in India, Malaysia and Egypt. They were already thinking to open another one here in Goa. So Sharma suggested that we bring them on the board. They are one of oldest in Hospitality Industry", said Arnav with a slight frown.

"But you are still the authority figure, am I right?", said Khushi with a knowing smile.

"Of course, I am Arnav Singh Raizada. I have spent AR's 70% earnings of the last 2 years in this project. I cannot have someone else make decisions about it. But as you can see the size and structure of this whole resort, we needed the extra finance so thats why we contacted few parties, and Oberois were the one who accepted my terms. I own 44% shares, both Sharmas and Oberois own 28% each.", said Arnav with a smirk.

"I knew it", said Khushi giving him a triumph look, "But I still think you should have consider Rohan about it. He is family and can be trusted".

"That's one of the reason I didn't consider him that he is family ... there will surely be some disagreement regarding business. And I didn't want to compromise or hesitate taking a decision thinking all the time what if it affects our family ties. And he is also stubborn like me and aim to be authority figure. When he knew that I bought Xottica he accused me of taking revenge for ...", Arnav stopped not wanting to take the name.

"Why didn't you tell me about it?", said Khushi coming in front of Arnav.

"Its alright. I put him in his place. I had no intention of doing anything with Xottica, I only bought it because of Rajat Uncle, in return of his hospitality he showed me during my trying time. But Uncle also didn't want it so I give it to Rohan. Though he still have to give me the rest of the money he owed me for the remaining shares", said Arnav looking at sea, "So now you can understand I am still not that much comfortable with Rohan and you know I only let people I highly trust or comfortable with, into the inner dealings in regards to my Business".

"I am sorry Arnavji, I didn't know that he accused you of that. I thought you two were getting along quite well", said Khushi with a frown not believing that Rohan could do something like this.

"I don't blame him Khushi", said Arnav as he turn his head to look into her eyes, "If I was in his place I might have done the same thing but he apologised later on. And yes we are getting along quite well ... but we are not back to being friends like we were before, especially when he brings up the past and insists that I talk to other so called friends, and then we end up having arguments again", said Arnav with a sigh.

"You mean Yuvraj and Lucas?", asked Khushi and Arnav looked at her highly surprise, "You ... what do you know about them? Did they contact you? Did Rohan asked you to talk to them? I can't believe that man ... he ...", he was getting angry.

"No .. No Arnavji ... relax", said Khushi cupping Arnav's face, "Rohan only told me that Yuvraj and Lucas had contacted you but you didn't reply to their messages and emails. Yuvraj is insisting on meeting you. Rohan told me that they all are ashamed and want to apologize to you but you don't want to hear about them", she rubs her thumbs over his cheek in soothing pattern.

"Because I don't want to. Why can't they let it go?", said Arnav in anger taking a step to side.

"Because they miss you Arnavji. I haven't talk to your other friends but what Rohan had told me, they all miss you and want another chance with you", said Khushi as grabs his hand. "Arnavji, everyone deserves a second chance, if they are remorseful of their actions. You know what I am talking about".

Arnav narrowing his eyes at her, understanding her meaning, "Khushi our situation was different. Don't compare them to us".
"I know ... all I am saying is please just think about it ok. There is no harm in talking to them once or may be meeting them. Rohan was telling me that you guys have Alumni reunion in August. It's a good place to start", said Khushi with a pleading look.
"Khushi I don't want to meet them, why are you insisting on it?", said Arnav.
"Because I know you miss them too. Tell me very honestly Arnavji that you don't miss them. You don't think about the times you guys spend together in US", said Khushi squeezing his hand, "Look at me and tell me honestly that you don't think about them, not one bit".

Arnav pressed his lips in annoyance, because he knew that he cannot deny it. He does think about them, does think about the time he had spend with them, because that was the time, after his parents demise that he felt like himself, felt like he belong some where.

"All I want for you to think about it. Its no harm in meeting them once, may be if you meet them and talk with them, you would get to know that there is still some friendship left to salvage", said Khushi as she cups his cheek again, "If you can be civil and friendly to Rohan, I am sure you can be civil to your other friends. And you might feel good about it".

Arnav sighed and drop his head meeting Khushi's forehead, "Ok I will think about it".

"Great. So can I tell Rohan to send RSVP on our behalf to your alumni reunion? I always wanted to see your university ... the famous Harvard and I have always wanted to meet you friends and see ...", Khushi was saying when Arnav cut her in.

"Wait a minute ... you are calling Rohan as Rohan not Rohanji and I am still Arnavji? How come he gets the ji to drop from his name and not me?", Arnav frowned and look at Khushi sternly.

"uffho Arnavji ... its nothing to get angry about. I am more comfortable with him now thats why, its just friendly and for you ... you are MY ARNAVJI ... my husband and our relationship is different, because I not only love you so much", said Khushi wounding her arms around Arnav's neck, "I respect you and I am so so proud of you and you have given me a son and beautiful family and so much more. You have a place in my heart that no one else has come close to and you are very very special to me. Its not that I can't call you Arnav ... but when I call you Arnavji, I get remind of all these things and it makes it special for me".

Arnav roll his eyes, "Seriously?" and Khushi nodded her head with a childlike smile.
"I would prefer if you call me Arnav ... in fact I really want you to call me Arnav", said Arnav.
"oh you do?", said Khushi.
"of course", replied Arnav.
"Ok I will call you Arnav", said Khushi and paused, "If you promise to meet your friends".
"Oh are you trying to make a deal with me haan?", said Arnav as he wound his arms around her torso and tickles her.

"Arnavji ... stop ...", said Khushi and move back but Arnav wasn't letting her go. He tickles her more and Khushi shrieks and laugh, trying to get away from Arnav.

"Arnavji ... please stop ... please ... its too much", said Khushi between laughing, "Ok ok ... Arnav ... stop ... Arnaaavv".

Arnav stopped and Khushi took few steps back from him trying to regulate her breaths.

"I know how to make you call me Arnav", said Arnav with a teasing smile as he move towards her.

Khushi put her hands over her hips, "That's not fair Arnavji, you make deals all the time and challenge me, what if I am making a deal with you".

"Oh you want to make a deal with me", said Arnav as he move quickly extending his hands to grab her again and Khushi squealed and run from there, laughing as she went towards the lift and Arnav run after her. Of course Arnav grabbed her before she could press the lift button.

"Ok ok ... please no more ... please ... my stomach hurts now", said Khushi as she turns in his arms facing him.

"Never challenge me ... got it", said Arnav pointing a finger at her.

"Ok I got it ... laad governer kahin k", said Khushi with a pout as she pressed the lift button.

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"Lavanya why are you quite lately? I have notice that you haven't remark on neither spa services nor the dresses we looked at. Normally you are chattering about such things. What's the matter?", asked Anjali as she saw Lavanya placing the napkins along the plates absent mindly.

"Nothing. My head is just someplace else", said Lavanya giving a small smile to Anjali.
"That's obvious", said Anjali as she places her hand over Lavanya's, "What I want to know is the reason. Does something happen with Aman again?".
Lavanya sighed, "Anji ... um I think Aman is hiding something from me".
"Have you asked him?", asked Anjali.
"Of course I asked him", Lavanya huffed, "You know me. I don't like to talk around the bush. I asked him few times whats the matter. He says nothing, that he is busy thinking about work. But he seems off lately. Like his mind is someplace else and when I ask him, he gets nervous".

"Is he going back to London? May be that's why he is nervous that you will get upset", said Anjali thoughtfully.

"No Anji, its not that. We have talked about that situation and I am ok with him going to London this time without me, because I know he will come back after some days. Its something else. I am sure its related to me you know because I have caught him staring at me sometimes", said Lavanya with a frown.

"Then I guess he wants to discuss something serious with you and he is nervous about your reaction", said Anjali and a thought came in her mind, "Ooohh ... may be he wants to ask you to move in with him".

Lavanya looked at Anjali is surprise, "You think so? But we already move back and forth in each other's places. We even spent days in each other homes".

"Yes but that's not permanent naa ... may be he wants to make it permanent", said Anjali, "These type of things make men nervous. I think you should sit him down and ask him. Convince him that whatever it is, you are not going to get upset or break up with him".

"Hmmm ...", Lavanya was lost in thoughts as she look over at Aman who was standing some distance away with Arnav, who was holding Arush in his arms as the little baby sips his milk bottle.

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"Aman seriously you need to stop this nonsense", said Arnav in annoyance. "I am sure Lavanya already suspects that something is going on with you. She is a smart and observant. It will make her doubt you more if you delay it any further".

"I know that. I just get really nervous whenever I think of doing it", said Aman as he rubs his hand nervously, "What if she rejects? What if she doesn't want to get married now?".

"Aman ...", Arnav gave him his ASR look, "Seriously you guys are in love and have been together since 1 n half years. Believe me, her answer will be yes. You knew how heartbroken she was when you decided to go London without her. She loves you, she wants to be with you and if you keep on delaying she will start having doubts about your relationship", he looks down at Arush who was tapping his hand on Arush's cheek to get this attention. Arnav smiles down at Arush and pull back his feeder bottle.

"naahh ...", Arush exclaimed and then pull the bottle back in his mouth.
"Come on champ, finish it before your mama comes. We have to cut the cake", said Arnav.
"thaake...", Arush mumbles and Arnav nodded, "Yes cake" and then look back up at Aman who was lost in thoughts.

"Its not that difficult. Just imagine your life without her. Can you?", said Arnav and Aman shakes his head, "I need her in my life".
"Then that's it Aman. There is nothing else to think about. Ask her tonight", said Arnav.
"Tonight?", said Aman with a visible gulp.

"Yes tonight. You have been carrying that ring in your pocket for the last 2 months. Its enough time already... you don't have to worry about any work and no one is here to disturb you. Just take her to someplace, beach or to the rooftop where I took Khushi yesterday and just ask her dammit", said Arnav sternly, "Or else I am going to tell Lavanya what's the real reason of your absent mind".
"Come on ASR, that's not fair", said Aman with a pleading look.
Arnav gestures towards the ladies and Aman look over and saw Lavanya looking at him. She avoided her eyes after few seconds.
"Like I said she is a smart woman. Don't increase her doubts", said Arnav and put Arush down as he gives the feeder bottle to his papa.

"Papa ... pani kehlna ...", said Arush pointing towards the pool.
"No Arush, first we will cut the cake then we will go in water", said Arnav and just then he heard Khushi's voice calling everyone to gather around the table.

Arnav took Arush's hand, "Aman no more thinking about it ok. Or else I will be telling her the real reason soon. I cannot see her worried like this", he move towards Khushi and Aman followed him still thinking and feeling nervous.

They have done the birthday arrangements in the lawn at one corner of the big pool. Blue and golden balloons were hanging by the threads above their heads and happy birthday Arush sign was hanging in the backdrop. A big table was set with snacks and drinks and in the middle a big cake was placed with number 3 candle on top of it

Khushi places her hand over Arush, who was in Arnav's arm and together they blow the candles and cut the cake with family and friends singing happy birthday to Arush.

Khushi feeds Arush a small cake piece and then to Arnav, who in return feed her the cake. Anjali came forward and feed Arush the cake and then both Khushi and Anjali cut the cake in pieces handing over the plates to everyone, as they all help themselves to various snacks and drinks.

After some time they all scatter around the pool side and beach. Akash, Manav, NK, Rohan and Aman went to the water sport station, where they will try the jet skiing in the sea. Ladies were lounging in the beach recliners chattering the drinking.

Khushi took Arush to the sea, the little tike giggle every time the sea wave came back to touch his feet. Arnav was holding his one hand while Khushi was holding his other.

Khushi splash the water on Arnav, making him glare at her. Khushi giving him a teasing smile and asks Arush to do the same.

"Arush no ...", said Arnav sternly but Arush was excited to play the game and followed his Mama as she again bend down the splash the water on Arnav.

"yeeahh ..."Arush exclaimed as he tried to do the same but the water only touched Arnav's legs.

"Khushi seriously stop it", said Arnav sternly and Khushi pouted at him and look down at Arush who was trying to splash water on her. Khushi smiles and splash some water on Arush who gave her his toothy grin, "Mama aur ... aur ..."

Arnav take his cell out from his pocket and started to make a video of Khushi and Arush playing with water. Khushi saw what he was doing and splashes water at him. Arnav huffed and put the cell back in his trouser pocket then he bent down in an instant and splash water on both Khushi and Arush, making both of them squeal in surprise.

"Wow I have never seen ASR like his", said Lavanya who was lounging with Anjali, who was nursing little Aarav.

"Hain na ... I have seen him play with Arush many times in past year. But every time when he does something like this, I still feel surprise", said Anjali as she rubs Aarav's head.

"It's kind of refreshing to see him like this. He truly deserves the happiness he has gotten with Khushi. Married life suits him", said Lavanya as her eyes roam further to left locating Aman, who was standing with Rohan and Manav talking, while NK and Akash was on the jet ski further in the sea.

"True that", said Anjali with a happy smile, seeing her bother play with his son and wife.

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