PART 3:
Month 3 :
" Hey Radhika its good to see u here darling.." Mrs.Verma hugged her as she came for the small party held by them.. Radhika forced a smile on her lips as she noticed several people gazing at her curiously.. As she glanced at the ladies present in the party she knew she was the hot gossip in their talks.. I need to get out of her soon.. Hesitantly she walked upto Mrs.Verma who glanced back at her with a gentle smile.." Is everything ok Radhika.. I hope you are enjoying.. "
Radhika gave a curt nod glancing around awkwardly.. " I dont think i am feeling much better here.. Will it be ok if i leave little early.. ? "
Worry wash through her eyes as she replied softly.. " Didint i tell you to ignore what people keep saying.. They always need some gossip to talk on , try to enjoy by trying to talk with people here.. "
Radhika glanced around awkwardly and shook her head feeling uneasy.. " I am not much party person.. But if there is any work i can do , like helping around for the party u can tell me.. I will make myself buxy in the work.. "
Mrs.Verma at first protested but then as she saw her pleading eyes she gave up smiling.. " Fine Radhika.. In kitchen the refreshments are there which need to be served.. Why dont you fill them for me i will come and fetch them in a while.. "
She smiled widely and gave a nod taking a breath of relief.. Making her way out of the party she stepped into the hallway to the kitchen.. Suddenly her thoughts flew back to the memory of her encounter with Arjun Raichand.. That Jerk.. She cursed under her breath as thoughts of him formed in her mind.. After the meet she had sworn never to come face to face with him , so in order to keep her words she tried her best to avoid him as much she could.. So far her plan had been going smoothly but as she neared to the kitchen she noticed a girl who was leaning to the wall with a big smile on her face , while Arjun Raichand stood infront of her flirting with her shameless.. " Did i tell you that you have such pretty eyes lady.. ? " He spoke seductively as the girl blushed and replied him in a sultry voice.. " You really find me pretty.. Whatelse is nice about me.. "
Radhika rolled her eyes and walked pass them ignoring their presence completely.. If it wasnt for Mrs.Verma i would have surely run away from here.. The thought came in her mind as she walked inside the kitchen glancing around the empty cups.. Slowly she took a cup in her hand as a another argument rose in her mind.. Why should i run around avoiding him , he is just a stranger whats the point of giving importance.. She frowned badly as different thoughts started to flow in her mind distracting her from the work.. Blocking away all the thoughts she took a pepsi bottle in hand and started to fill the cups when she felt someone's presence behind her.. She felt a chill run down her body as she felt his hot breath on her neck.. She gripped the bottle hard as she turned around slowly to see Arjun who stood with a smirk on his lips.. Why the hell did he have to be so good looking.. She cursed herself as she started to feel the stupid attraction towards him.. Raising his eyebrow he spoke glancing back at the cups.. " Mind if i help you.. "
She lifted her chin and spoke coldly.. " No thanxs Raichand.. I can do my work carry on the work myself.. "
He grinned with a amused look while she tried to ignore the sudden feel of her rising heartbeat.. " Well i do see that , but i dont think Mrs.Verma would mind if i willingly put a hand for help.. "
She ignored him and turned around getting back to her work.. Arjun grinned and moved beside her glancing down on the cups.. " Why are u so stubborn Ms.Pregnant.. "
She shot him a furious look and spoke gritting her teeth.. " Its Radhika Shergill.."
He passed a innocent look and leaned towards her as she glanced away quickly.. "Come on even u are calling me Raichand.. Girls say i have such a hot name.. Why dont you just call me Arjun.. "
Without looking at him she replied in a calm voice.. " I guess you have a company outside in the hallway why dont u go and make her call you with you So called hot name am sure she will be willing.. "
He stared at her amused with her words.. Now this is a hell of lady..Ever since he had realized she was trying to ignore him it made him curious of her behavior.. And now he found himself getting attracted towards her as this was a girl who showed no interest towards him.. With a devilish grin he leaned close to her when he felt her gasp lightly.. He felt a his heart jump in sudden excitement as he heard the soft voice in her throat.. This was impossible.. Was he getting attracted to her.. " You seem to have ignoring me from a month now.. Are you scared of being close to me.."
She felt goosebumps rise in her arms as he spoke the last words in a mere whisper.. Still maintaining her cold posture she turned around facing him to argue when.. " Raichand You... "
The rest of words caught in her throat as she notice the sudden change in his expression , from teasing to a more passionate look with his eyes filled with desire.. Her breath hitched as she stared back at him for the very first time in a intimate manner.. She gasp as she realized his eye color wasnt blue.. It was a mix of grey and blue making it look more mesmerizing as she stared breathlessly.. On the other hand he stood perplexed with the unknown feelings rising in his heart towards her.. He had meant to tease her badly with his words.. But just as she turned around facing him with her beautiful green eyes he felt himself loosing the thoughts running in mind.. Everything felt like a fog as they stared at each other while standing close.. She gasped , and glanced down as his hand snaked down on her waist lightly gripping it.. She sighed suddenly feeling helpless with the close proximity.. This is a stranger , dont loose ur mind Radhika.. Her mind shouted with those words but she stood still as she noticed his lips descending down on hers.. Her eyes grew wide , lips parted in mere surprise as she felt his lips slightly brush on hers.. He glanced down at her deep green eyes and spoke huskily.. "There is a magic between us dont you think.. So why ignore me.. "
Sweet talker..Her mind concluded hearing his words.. Lost in the sudden feel of desire she felt her eye lids close as she realized he was going to kiss her.. He himself was lost in her beauty when suddenly footsteps reaching to the door brought him back to the earth.. He drew back with a groan shifting away from her.. Radhika opened her eyes in horror and turned around realizing what she had done almost.. She put a hand on her thudding heart shaking her head.. Did i just gave in almost kissing him.. The thought haunted her mind as Mrs.Verma walked inside excitedly.. " Ohh you are almost done with the drinks.. Let me take the filled ones outside now.. Thank you Soo much Radhika.. "
She smiled at her hesitantly and got back into filling drinks.. As Mrs.Verma left the kitchen she turned around and frowned to find herself alone in the there..
Several nights later :
Radhika pulled the sweater close to her trying to cover herself from the coldness of the night.. She hated when she had to work late in night duty , from library to her home it always took more than 15 minutes to reach.. But she was helpless, she had to earn enough money to pay the bills and get medicines for herself.. Once again her thoughts flew back to Arjun as she recalled her encounter with him past several days.. First it had been in the grocery store where they ended up bickering.. And then on library where she found him flirting with a another women near the book racks almost driving her crazy.. And at last after few days of ignoring him she had accidentally come face to face with him in her neighbor house where he was buxy fixing the broken window.. Unlike other days he didint flirt with her alone , instead he flirted with her infront of everyone.. Radhika ran a hand through her hair as she frowned wondering why all of a sudden she was feeling the attraction towards him.. This is ridiculous.. He is just a big flirt nothing else..Her mind argued.. Lost in her thoughts she kept walking ahead when suddenly she tripped down as her feet collided with a small log in the middle of road.. She felt her heartbeat stop with the thought of baby getting hurt.. The memories of past started to reel back in her mind bringing tears in her eyes.. No god please dont let the baby die.. Everything happened so fast as she fell down , luckily on her back but she was damn sure her feet was bruised badly.. She set on the road and winced in pain as she touched her feet and felt blood on it.. She whimpered in pain and tried to stand up but the pain was making her whole feet numb.. She glanced around the deserted road with tears trying to seek for a help.. What am i going to do now..
Just then she felt footsteps approaching her she glanced up quickly to find Arjun who stood with a worried look.. And for the first time she was glad he had come..
He set infront of her and spoke worriedly.. " Are you fine.. What happened.. "
She cleared her tears with a flushed look and spoke softly... " I just collided with that log and tripped down.. I guess my leg is hurt.. Its all Numb.. "
He touched her leg pulling up the jeans to look at the wound, she didint object but stayed silent while he spoke.. " Ya there is a cut in your leg.. Not much deep thankfully.. Are you hurt anywhere else.. "
She flushed as his gaze ran down on her belly.. Caressing it softly she replied.. "Thankfully its fell on my back.. Its just my leg hurt.. "
He studied her for a long time , without a further word he lifted her in his arms as she tried to protest at once.. " No please.. Put me down i can.. "
He interrupted her words smoothly.. " Right now you are not going to reach your home without my help. Anyways its just 5 minutes of walk from here.. "
She gave up feeling weak due to the numbness of her leg..But as she gripped his shoulder tightly she was nicely aware of the closeness.. He was a strong man , he held her like she weighted nothing.. His hold was strong and gentle.. For a second she found her eyes moving up studying his face.. As she glanced in his eyes she regretted at once , as she found him already staring at her with a mix of curious and desire.. She was lost in some other world when he approached her house and cleared his throat bringing her out of her dreamy state.. " Take the keys on ur hand and open the door... "
She tried to protest but as he gave a look she took the key in her hand and slowly unlocked the front door as he strode inside kicking the door from behind.. He walked into the small living room and put her down on the sofa as she quickly tried to sit up.. " I.. I will manage.. You can leave now.. "
He frowned at her as amused smile formed in his lips.. " Are you always this stubborn.. "
Without giving her a chance to reply he stood up making his way to the kitchen looking around.. " Where can i find the first aid kit.. "
Radhika sighed and closed her eyes feeling tired.. " In that cupboard the left door.."
She was almost feeling dizzy when she felt his footsteps approach her slowly.. And then she heard his worried voice sending chills down her spine.. " Radhika.."
Her eyes flew open as she stared at him in surprise.. It was the very first time she had heard someone speak out her name with such a concern filled voice.. Her mind started to fill with thoughts instantly when he again spoke.. " Are you sure you are fine.. You look pale.. Should i call a doctor.. ? "
She shook her head reluctantly glancing back at him.. He is just a playboy.. Dont fall in his trap.. " No i am fine.. just the pain in leg.."
He took a bandage in his hand with some cotton.. " I will clean the wound now .. You will be fine.. "
She started to feel drowsy due to the weakness.. As he finished his work she closed her eyes feeling the sleep takeover her.. But little conscious she did felt him walk around the house and then suddenly she felt him cover her with a blanket.. She sighed blissfully and pulled it close , making herself comfortable on the sofa.. And then she heard the faint voice of the click on the door.. But as she drifted into the sleep she couldnt make out whether he had left or he just locked the door..
Within the middle of the night she woke up and set back on the sofa blinking her eyes.. The lights in the living room were dim , a fire was running in the small fireplace.. Did he really do all this.. She wondered as she glanced around trying to find him.. Was he still there or he had left by now.. She tried to get up when her breath caught as she noticed him walking inside the living room.. Damn you Arjun Raichand.. She cursed under her breath as she noticed him with a bare chest , the shirt tied on his waist around his faded jeans.. He came and stood infront of her with a smile.. " Slept well.. ? "
Radhika glanced away embarrassed and spoke quickly.. " Yes i did.. But i thought you would have left by now.. "
He smiled again while she narrowed her eyes at him.. Why was he blessed with such a charming smile.. He set infront of her and replied. " I thought i will stay and have a check on you.. And meantime i ran around your house and i must tell you there is very much repairing needed.. "
She frowned at him badly and started to protest.. " How can you just roam around my house and say things about it.. Just becauxe you have a big house doesnt mean others should have the same standard.. "
He narrowed his eyes and her and spoke quietly.. " I promise i wasnt comparing with my house.. I am a spoil brat to buy big ones but you have a real house and such beautiful place should be kept perfect.."
She glanced away as her heart melted hearing the sincerity in his voice.. " I.. I am not much of a repairing person.. I did try but couldnt correct any of them so i gave up.. Am sorry i didint mean to be rude.. "
A smile came on his lips as he gave a nod.. " I know you didint mean.. Well for now i cant do any repair as i would be needing tools with me.. But next week i will be free so i will come and fix this place.. "
She stared at him amazed and gave a smile.. " Thats really kind of you to help me.. But i was wondering how much it would cost.. I mean.. "
He sensed her hesitance and sighed.. " If you are talking about Money I just have to say take it as a favor from me to you.. But if you are a offended type to take free favors i am going to ask something for return.. "
She glanced at him suspiciously as a teasing smile formed on his lips.. " What are you going to ask.. "
He stood up and replied gently.. " Nothing embarrassing.. You will get to know when its done.. I will leave now you take rest.. "
Stunned by his behavior she just gave a nod to him while he took the shirt putting it on.. As he gripped the door knob she spoke quickly.. " Listen.. Thank you Arjun.. "
He glanced back at her with a look in his eyes she couldnt make out.. Something was mysterious about this man.. He opened the door and spoke softly before leaving.. " The pleasure is all mine.. Radhika.. "