Khushi woke up to a strange surrounding, and it took a few moments for her to realize where she was. He turned to the side where Arnav slept, and noticed that the bed was vacant and cold, which meant he had woken up long back. She heard the bathroom door click open and her jaw almost fell open. Arnav walked out with nothing but a white towel wrapped loosely round his waist, highlighting the vee' on his hips. His hair was damp and he ran his fingers through them, making him appear all the more sexy. Her throat ran dry when her eyes roved over his muscular physique, and she left it to her imagination as to how he would look sans the towel.
Arnav stood in front of the mirror, and as he ran his fingers through his hair, he looked up to catch her gaze on him. He was sure that she was lost staring at him, since she did not realize that the quilt was off her while she sat up, giving him a perfect view of her cleavage. His eyes studied her body in the broad daylight. She was exquisite, and he was proud that soon she would belong only to him. He turned around and gave her a lopsided smile, and her eyes quickly averted from his half naked male body. She felt her insides melt as he came and sat in front of her, staring at her face. She unconsciously bit her lip as he hand brushed her knee, and he suddenly craved for the feel of her mouth and her taste. He leaned forward to kiss her lips, but she turned her head away. "I haven't brushed yet" she spoke softly, and he just grinned at her. However, that did not suppress his desires. He bent lower and kissed the tiny mole on her neck, and she gasped while she buried her fingers into his shoulder blade. She felt his hard muscles, which showed the effects of his morning jogs. She shivered as he nipped at the tiny mole, and then suckled on it, soothing the sting of his bite.
Slowly, his lips traced her jaw up to her mouth and he kissed her lips, not caring any bit about oral hygiene. She opened her mouth in a gasp at the intimate contact, and he took advantage of it by delving his tongue inside her mouth and God, did that feel incredible! It was more aggressive than the last few times he kissed her, and she had to admit, it was wild. Simultaneously his hard body pushed her against the headrest and she could feel his hands circling around her back. One diverted to the back of her head entangling in her hair to guide her in movement with his kiss. Somewhere in the back of her mind she heard an erotic moan, and it took a few moments to register that it came from her. "That's right baby." He murmured against her mouth, "Let go." He took her mouth again, with a little more force this time and she instinctively splayed her hands over his thick chest. There was no mistaking the hardness of his body under her hands and every time he moved she could feel the muscles ripple. He raised his head and looked into her dazed eyes. She looked more beautiful with that blush on her face. Unable to resist himself, he kissed her again.
Now both of her hands were exploring his upper body while she felt his touch on the bare skin of her waist. He'd managed to lift the hem of her camisole and run his rough hands over her bare skin. "Arnav..." She said placing her hands on his to still them. "Ssshhh Khushi, I just want to touch you." And he coaxed her again with his mouth. He felt a wash of arrogance as her hands relaxed and then after a moan of surrender she released them. Her skin felt like fine warm satin compared to his rough hands. And as they roamed up her ribcage to the sides of her breasts, he knew he wasn't wrong in what he had imagined her body to be. She was perfectly shaped, even though she didn't know it. What mattered is that he did know now. He also knew he could easily coax her into bed from the way she was reacting to him, but although he was eager to do so, he wasn't a selfish jerk in that degree. It hadn't escaped him that she was innocent. He wanted her badly, but he didn't want to break her. He wanted her to accept him willingly. She was delicate in many ways and the plans he had made in regards to her, in no way involved breaking her spirit. He'd just started pulling her out of her shell and showing her how beautiful it could be when they would come together. And he certainly didn't want her to be ashamed and run away from him.
Khushi could barely breathe. The sensations flowing through her possessed every cell in her body. She could feel his fingers easily flick open her bra and soon one of his hands covered her bare breast. She should have protested, but she didn't want to. His tongue in her mouth was doing erotic things to hers, and she instinctively arched toward him. When he groaned deeply against her mouth, a wave of heat flushed through her making her legs go numb. He made her lie back on the bed as he leaned over her body and pressed closer to her. She could feel his need poking at her and it suddenly snapped her back to reality. "Oh God, Arnav... I can't." He stopped and lifted his head, but his hand remained on her breast, "It's alright baby." He didn't realize he was so consumed by desire for her until he heard it in his rough tone. "Y... your hand..." she swallowed and tilted her head back as his thumb grazed over her hardened peak making her release a moan that made his skin tingle. "... is in heaven." He murmured lowering his head and running his mouth along her arched neck. "You have the most beautiful breasts Khushi." He whispered against her skin, "I've never seen a woman as perfect as you."
Despite the intimate position she was in, she couldn't help but smile. He kissed her again. Khushi knew she shouldn't let him touch her in such a way, but God help her, she wanted him to. She was crazy about him and he made her feel so beautiful that she near wept. It was no wonder that numerous women chased him. Now he had one hand on her breast teasing her to oblivion, the other was wrapped around her lower back while his mouth did amazing things to hers. Finally, with a tremendous amount of difficulty, he lifted his head from hers, "I've got to stop." He said almost to himself, "I need to go, honey." He pulled her upright, making her sit up straight and removed his hand from her chest. For a moment they just kept staring at one another. He could see the newly discovered desire in her large emerald gaze and quite frankly it was driving him insane with want for her. He shook his head and gave her one of his rare charming smiles, "Thanks for the treat." She blushed and nodded, still unable to speak. Then he slowly, deliberately bent and brushed his mouth across hers and gave her a final heated stare before he turned to pick his clothes and left to the bathroom to dress up.
She sat there with her clothes and hair in disarray, her bra undone and her emotions in a cloud. Her hand covered the breast he'd been toying with. It was left cold by the absence of his large hand and she shut her eyes at the feeling the memory brought back. She had no idea that a man could raise that kind of desire in a woman. She fell back in bed realizing that she wanted him desperately. She knew she had been saving herself for the man she would marry. And soon, she was going to be Mrs. Khushi Arnav Raizada. She couldn't help but become weak at his touches. She took a deep breath to calm herself down. Arnav came out of the bathroom in his casual wear. He winked at her, asking her to get ready soon since they would be leaving to the island after breakfast. Then, he left the room, leaving her all to herself to dress up.
Arnav was sitting on the back patio sharing a conversation and a cup of coffee with Antonio Paulos. Arnav couldn't help but respect the man. He had not made any advances towards Khushi after their small talk. Just then, Khushi came out onto the patio. If the Grecian sun was bright, Khushi entering the picture just made it seem dim. She was beautiful. Arnav couldn't take his eyes off her. She wore a dress with a simple style but it was perfect showing her luscious curves to the point of making a man want to discover more. Immediately Arnav left the table, went to her, and without warning gave her a long genuine kiss. Antonio only smiled and turned his head away in another direction.
"By the way, I was so lost in you this morning, I forgot to ask you. How did you sleep last night?" He whispered in her ears. She glanced shyly up at him, "Well enough." His thumb caressed a darkened area under one of her eyes, "Liar." He murmured. "Mr. Paulos is watching us." She said feeling her rising blush. "So?" he smiled slowly, "I told you I was going to be all over you like white on rice." What he didn't tell her and he wouldn't tell her is that Antonio had resigned his pursuit of Khushi. Any moment to touch her and kiss her would be taken advantage of. Unfortunately now that he started, he doubted he could stop touching her even when they returned to Pune.
"If you can unhand your fiance for a minute or two," Antonio interrupted them with amusement, "She should eat something before we leave for the island." Arnav agreed and took her hand to lead her back toward the table. After he pulled out a chair for her and sat next to her, several servants were at her side with platters of food. She wasn't used to such attention and started to get uncomfortable. It didn't help that Arnav had moved his arm to the back of her chair and his hand absently rubbed her shoulder while he spoke to Antonio. The constant caressing was unnerving her. Not that she didn't want it. She wanted more. She wanted to feel his body on hers again and to have him kiss her that way. She lay awake last night for awhile after he'd fallen asleep hoping that he'd do just that - kiss her wildly. However he didn't and she was devastatingly disappointed. She was wondering if it was because he didn't desire her like she desired him. In all her inexperience, she didn't know if he was serious about all of this or maybe he was just playing along and taking advantage of her feelings. What he didn't know is that she fell really hard for him and he was very convincing. Yet something deep down told her that Arnav wasn't that cruel to play with her feelings. The problem was she fell hard beyond hopes for him the moment he kissed her for the first time.
Breakfast was quick, and soon they left to the island on a helicopter, which was exhilarating for Khushi, since she had never been on a helicopter ride before. Antonio leaned over and started pointing out areas on the island that became visible as the helicopter circled it. Khushi was amazed. There was a thriving village, sandy beaches and a large estate that bordered a private beach. Tourism was very active on the Island because of the beautiful beaches and brought a lot of income for the locals. Throughout the ride, Arnav kept looking at her and smiled at her excitement. His hand was on her shoulder, drawing faint circles on her arm, and Khushi could feel tiny butterflies in her tummy. At that moment she turned and their eyes met. Nothing was said between them, but he didn't take his eyes off of hers. She glanced away for a moment then slowly returned her gaze almost as if she was gathering courage to stare back at him. She mouthed the word "what?" and he shook his head subtly and gave her a charming smile. Slowly she returned it and he reached over and took her hand. When the helicopter landed, he still had a hold of it and as far as he was concerned, he wasn't letting go. Not now, not ever.
Antonio led them to one of the two cars which were waiting for them to go to the farmhouse, and he said that their vehicle would follow his. The cars moved after the luggage was loaded, and Khushi looked out excitedly through the tinted glass, absorbing the amazing scenery. "You like it here" said Arnav seeing her expression. "Oh Arnav, it's so amazing." She breathed looking out towards the ocean. "I never fathomed the water to be so blue." "If we had more time, I'd take you swimming to the beach. Next time I promise I'll set aside time for the both of us." He said in all honesty. "Really?" she was ecstatic. Did he really mean it? That they would have another trip to Greece? Even though it was for business, she didn't care as long as she did have time with Arnav in this paradise. "I promise." He said and he meant it. She may think it's about business, but he was already planning their honeymoon.
The cars went inside the huge gates of the farmhouse and stopped right in front of the main entrance. Antonio was already waiting at the entrance. "You're luggage will be placed in your bedroom" he said, looking at Khushi and Arnav. Arnav just nodded with a smile, while Khushi's cheeks pinked up. Another night of sleeping with... scratch that, sleeping next to him. Then, looking at Khushi, he said, "I'm afraid I'll have to steal your fiance for the rest of the day since we'll be having the meeting till evening. Lucinda, my housekeeper, will help you out with whatever you need" Khushi was disappointed that she would be left alone till evening, but work was the main reason for them to be in Greece. She glanced at Arnav and then smiled at Antonio. "Not to worry, Mr. Paulos. I will make myself acquainted here." Antonio smiled back. "That is so nice of you. Also, if you're interested, we have a stable on this farm, a few feet away from the house. Lucinda will take you there. And if you are interested in riding the horse, there's a trainer there as well. He'll help you out" Arnav frowned a bit. He saw Khushi's excitement when Antonio spoke about horse riding. But a male trainer meant that he would be sitting with her on the horse, and will look for the opportunity to put his hands on her. Khushi was about to say something when Arnav interrupted. "Khushi and I would go horse riding in the evening." She stared at him, and the determined look on his face told her that it was better to agree.
Arnav freshened up and left along with Antonio, after he kissed Khushi goodbye. After they had gone, she met Lucinda who was a wonderful lady. They chattered for long hours, made apple fritters, savoured a sumptuous lunch and she even took the younger woman to see the stables. Khushi was tempted to ride the young mare named Sugar, but decided to wait until Arnav was back. The day passed quickly, and Khushi was surprised at the way she enjoyed herself among new people without Arnav.
Arnav came back and noticed that she wasn't in the house. Lucinda told him that she was at the horse stable. He muttered a curse and left immediately from there. Antonio gave Lucinda a warm smile and went to his own room. The sight that Arnav saw from afar almost sent him in a fit of laughter. Khushi was sitting as stiff as a wooden board on top of a young mare, while the trainer, who was almost the age of his father, was trying to instruct her to ride the horse. Then Arnav heard her say to the horse, "We can be friends, right Sugar? Be nice to me, will you?" Sugar flipped her ears back to her, as though trying to listen to the amateur rider.
"For God's sake Khushi, you act like you're about to be murdered." Arnav's voice did nothing for her, she was still too frightened to move, "Ssshhh." She said not taking her eyes off the horse's head. The creature's ears pricked up again. "She'll get nervous." "The only way she's going to get nervous is if you act the way you are now. You're as stiff as a board." She finally looked at him, "I can't help it." Then Sugar shifted and she gasped gripping the front of the saddle with striking speed. "Oh dear Lord." Arnav said shaking his head and approaching her. "You're as nervous as a virgin in a brothel. Let go of that fear." She glared down at him at that comment and said, "Just go away." He ignored her, "Khushi. Let go of the saddle and hold the reins." He reached up and gripped the leather straps that she dropped on the horse's neck. "The what?" "Oh for crying out loud, move your foot out of the stirrup." He said with obvious impatience. He definitely was not a patient trainer, and riding a horse was something he, along with Akaash, had learnt as a child. That she actually understood and took her foot out hoping he would help her down. However, that isn't what happened. Three seconds later, he stuck his foot in it, placed a hand on either side of her gripping both ends of the saddle she was in, and swung his leg over the back of the horse like an expert. Khushi squeaked and stiffened again as the horse shifted to accommodate the extra weight while he settled behind her. He asked the trainer to leave, and the trainer happily obliged since it allowed him to finish off his other work and go home early.
"Oh Gosh, get off." She said in exasperation. He chuckled at her, causing her to gasp indignantly. "Now relax." He placed his hands on her hips, "You're too stiff, relax your pelvis." How could she possibly relax? His chest was warming her back at the moment and she was heating up with every passing second, "I want to get off, Arnav." "Nonsense. I'm going to teach you how to ride the horse. Now relax, or I'm going to start putting my hands elsewhere. Because the way you're leaning back against me as stiff as you are, is incredibly tempting." She shot straight not even realizing she was doing that. "Good, now take the reins like this." He showed her with his own hands before handing them to her. Then, he reached over and covered one of her hands with his and gave a gentle pull causing Sugar to turn in that direction then stop. "That's amazing!" she said in awe as the horse turned her head in the direction. Arnav grinned, "Now just touch both of your heels to the horse and gently pull on the rein to turn her, and she'll move forward in that direction." Khushi did just that and couldn't believe that the horse just started walking. She was in complete awe. It felt weird to not use your own feet and the horse shifted when it walked causing her to find her own balance. "Keep your back straight, tighten your knees a little and relax your hips." He said deeply behind her. Again she obeyed starting to feel a little more comfortable. "Now do you see how natural the balance comes to you?" "Yes, I don't feel like I'm going to topple off of her."
He grinned down at her and circled his arms around her waist while bending his head and inhaling her scent deeply, "Did I ever tell you that you smell like roses." He said huskily in her ear. "Arnav..." She breathed closing her eyes completely forgetting about the massive creature under her. "My Dad used to grow roses. It's one of those scents that gets ingrained in you." Why did he have to be so freaking sensual? She had enough trouble resisting him without his sexual connotations. "Stop." She breathed and it was very unconvincing. His hands slid down her hips and he ran his large palms over the tops of her thighs, "I wonder," he continued in the same deep voice, "If you smell like that all over." Her head fell back against him. "Is it shampoo or body wash?" he asked. "Body wash..." She said in a barely audible whisper. "Oh yummm." He said grazing his lips over her cheek. "I bet you taste like roses too."
"The trainer..." she remembered. "... Has probably gone home already" he answered in the same tone. "No one can see us, Khushi." Khushi opened her eyes to see that they were around the side of the building and no one else was in sight. He was really good. She'd forgotten about the horse and he was able to manoeuvre them out of sight while he was in the process of seducing her. No one could be that talented, could they? His hands slid back up her waist and circled under her breasts, "You have no idea the visions going through my head right now." "Please don't share them." She couldn't handle it. He was driving her crazy. Somehow she managed to lean back against him again and was savouring the feel of his hard body against hers. "And corrupt your pure mind?" He chuckled softly, "Never. I'd rather take the time to teach you. In detail."
She shut her eyes again as he continued to talk. "Every time I touch you, there's something more sinful about you that sets me on fire." His mouth brushed down the curve of her neck. He wasn't the only one on fire. Khushi was tingling from head to toe and with it came a wave of heat that she felt all the way through to her bones. Absently, her hands reached up behind her so she could entangle her fingers in his hair. Arnav turned to nibble her earlobe. "Your breasts..." Arnav said thickly into her ear with that deep timbre he possessed. He had the advantage of the position of looking down the v-neck of her t-shirt, "I'm aching to touch them all over." "No." she wasn't sure how she managed to protest because she started to feel as though her body wasn't her own anymore. Arnav felt himself grinning, "Like I've said before. You have a hell of a way to say yes." His hands moved upward to graze the area under her breasts with his thumbs barely skimming over the underside of them. "Oh lord!" she turned her face toward him and buried it in his neck. The horse neighed, causing Khushi and Arnav to come to their senses.
He knew he had to stop and he guided the animal back to the stable, where the trainer was waiting to lock Sugar in her place. He looked at a flushed Khushi who was still reeling about their little riding lesson. Although he was as calm as could be on the outside, on the inside he wanted to reach her in several strides, drag her back into the back room and ravish her on a mound of straw. Oh how sexy she would look with her beautiful body upon the soft straw as he made love to her. He could not afford to reveal his intentions, since he knew there was no way he would stop. He took her hand and led her to the house when Lucinda called out for dinner.
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