A SPECIAL UPDATE!
Hello folks,
This is not a new update! Amongst your responses to the last update, one of the responses was that a reader of MG Version, nakh5683 asked me to write the drunken scene from Maan's point of view! I thought why not write the whole update from his point of view and write it for all versions so that everyone gets to enjoy! Check out the below update and enjoy!
Arnav frowned as he heard Khushi pleading to his Naani about her party while his Naani staunchly refused. He looked up from his newspaper, but the glare Khushi sent his way told him that he better go back to his newspaper and he did just that. Khushi continued to plead with Naani and Arnav felt his heart cringe at the helplessness in Khushi's voice. Finally, unable to bear the pleas of Khushi, Arnav opened his mouth before he realised, "Jaane deejiye na Naani!"
The moment the words were out of his mouth, Arnav knew he had done something out of character; the character he showed to the world. And this was proven when Khushi gave him an incredulous look while Naani looked at him in surprise. Arnav realised that he had to cover up, or else his image was in danger of being damaged.
Arnav backtracked right away and shrugged at his looks, "Jaayegi nahi toh poora mahina mooh latka ke ghar bhar ghoomti rahegi! Aur iski wajah se saare ghar waalon ka bhi mood off hoga aur Di ke latakta chehra dekhke mera mood bhi kharaab hojaayega! So it is better that she goes! Upar se... yeh jaayegi toh ghar mein thodi der toh shanti hogi! Waise bhi bahut baat karti hai yeh!"
Arnav felt a sigh of relief when Naani's expression of surprise dissolved but then he mentally cringed as he took in Khushi's shocked face. He realised that whatever brownie points he might have earned by siding with Khushi few minutes back, he had lost them right away with his comments. Hey Devi Maiyya! What all things I have to do to save my reputation!
The argument between Naani and Khushi continued with Naani reminding Khushi of the send off party. Arnav's heart filled with pain as he remembered what all had happened that night. When Khushi got confused at Naani's reference, Arnav felt happiness because this meant Khushi had forgotten that night and won't be affected by those memories ever. Very quietly and gently Arnav reminded Khushi of that night and was even more happy when instead of feeling sad or getting scared, Khushi went on to convince Naani that the situation now was different. Arnav felt proud at how far Khushi had come from the time when she refused to come out of her room the day after the incident. And that is why Arnav decided to help Khushi into going to the party. It was not right that the shadow of that night should ruin Khushi's birthday!
"Naani! Aap kisiko iske saath kyun nahi bhejte! She can party aur aapki bhi pareshaani khatam!", Arnav was really happy when Khushi looked at him in surprise and appreciation and then went back to her original task of convincing Naani for the party.
Arnav looked on as Naani suggested Paayal and Aakash to accompany Khushi and grinned from behind his newspaper as he noticed Khushi's happiness on her face. But soon her happiness dissolved when Aakash came and told them that due to Paayal's ill health he would not be able to go and neither could Paayal! Both Naani and Khushi were disappointed at that.
Khushi mumbled sadly, "Phir toh party cancel! Kyunki Naaniji, Maamiji, Maamaji, Aakash Jeeju aur Paayal Jiji toh nahi aa sakte humaare saath! Aur Anjali Di toh Shyam Jijaji ke saath Lucknow gayi hain!" and Arnav narrowed his eyes at that. Hey! What about me? I am an option too, you know! He held his breath hoping that either of the ladies would suggest him or ask him but his hopes were all dashed when both continued to mope in sadness! What the! What a terrific family I have! Not only the girl I love has forgotten me, but also my own grandmother does not consider me as an option! Brilliant!
Before Arnav could continue on his rant mentally about how unfair his family was, his brother happily reminded them that there was another person as an option. Arnav grinned from behind the newspaper. God bless you Aakash! You are simply fantastic! From today onwards, you are my favorite person in this family! Arnav readied himself for his token protest. After all, he had an image to protect! And he was sure, that Naani will wear his protest down in right manner. Right on cue, Aakash spoke, "Bhai! Woh jaa sakte hain!"
"What?", Arnav shouted right on time. Aakash explained his point but Arnav continued to refuse. Finally, just as Arnav had predicted, Naani barged in and argued with him till he agreed to take Khushi to the party, acting as reluctant as possible, "Now why the hell are you standing here and staring at me? Go! Get ready! Lets go to that damn party of yours!"
Arnav mentally gulped at the glare Khushi sent his way.
Arnav smiled as he watched Khushi dance on the dance floor with her friends. It was just an hour after they had arrived and Khushi's friends had dragged her to the dance floor. The dance continued to another hour before the cake was brought out and the girls sang Happy Birthday as Khushi cut the cake. Arnav remained by the corner as he did not want to interrupt Khushi's enjoyment. After all, it was on this same day last month he had unknowingly hurt her and he did not want anything to remind her of that. Infact, he wished she would forgive him sooner than the later as he could not continue with his plans if she remained miffed at him.
Arnav blinked as he noticed Khushi send a girl towards him with cake piece. Right on cue, Arnav rearranged his face from pleasantness to annoyance. He had an angry young man image to maintain, remember! And the girl, scared of him, handed the piece of cake and scampered off in fear. Arnav laughed in his mind. Glaring at people is so much fun!
After few minutes, Arnav went to restroom and just as he was coming out he heard the conversation between Khushi and her friends which left him intrigued.
"Toh kyun na hum sab milke unhein sharaab pila dein?"
"KYA?"
"Haan!"
"Kehte hain ki aadmi sharaab peene ke baad jhoot nahi bolta, sirf sach bolta hai! Toh kyun na Arnav Sir ke mocktail mein sharaab daal dein aur phir unse sawaal poochein?"
Arnav's eyes widened at their plan. They were going to get him drunk to get some truth out of him. What truth? He was intrigued by the plan and scuttled to take his seat near the bar. As he waited for the girls to come and spike his drink, his thoughts took a different turn.
Arnav realised that he could act as if he was drinking but not drinking in reality. Hey Devi Maiyya! The things I could do without being out of character! I mean I could act like me and Khushi would just think I am drunk! I could be sweet to her, romantic to her and she would still think I am drunk! Even Khushi's friends who are also my employees would think the same thing and my image would be safe! Oh Khushi! The things I want to do with you! He looked at the dance floor and smirked. I could dance with you Khushi! He noticed a couple nearby where the girl was kissing the guy's cheek. I could kiss you on the cheek! Hell! I could even kiss you on the lips! He took a deep breath and grinned. If anyone had seen Arnav Singh Raizada right then, they would run into the opposite direction because his grin was practically devilish and his eyes talked of nothing but mischief.
Soon one of the girls came to the bartender and told something to him. Rest of the girls along with Khushi came and took a seat a bit closer to observe Arnav's reactions. Soon his drinks were spiked and he acted as if he was drinking them but he threw them in a nearby plant when the girls were not looking.
After few drinks, the girls must have determined that Arnav was drunk sufficiently, because next thing Arnav knew, the girls had sneaked to take a seat by him with Khushi sitting closest to him.
"Hello Arnavji!", Khushi spoke to him with such a sexy smile and that Arnav had to use all his control from stopping his jaw from dropping and maintaining his cover as a drunk person. He looked at her with narrowed eyes and then he smiled widely, "Khushi! Meri sweet sweet Khushi! How are you?"
Khushi's shocked face told him that his flirting had pulled her out of her comfort zone. How does it feel, Khushi, to be out of your zone? This is how I felt when you first started to make room in my heart. At that time, I was so out of my zone that I fought with you without knowing that I was getting attracted to you. Now lets see how my flirting makes you react! Do you feel out of your depth just as I felt when I met you?
Khushi recovered quickly and asked him her question, "Arnavji! Kya aapko sach mein pachtaava ho raha hai ki aapne humaara dil dukhaaya?"
Arnav was disappointed. Here he was, hoping that Khushi would atleast be flustered but Khushi seemed to just push his words away and move on. Am I the only one so easily affected by you? Aren't you affected by me at all?
Arnav pushed aside his disappointment and wondered how to answer her question. That is when he remembered his idea of dancing with her. He smirked inwardly but outwardly looked at Khushi with as much innocence he could muster. Turning his finger into hook, he beckoned her closer. Khushi bent forward and Arnav whispered, "Why should I tell you? Main tumhein kyun bataaun?"
Arnav pouted and Khushi blinked in surprise. Arnav had hard time holding his laugh. This was so much fun! Acting drunkard was the best game he could play, especially faced with an audience who seemed to have a face which showed every emotion they felt.
Khushi took a deep breath and replied to his question, "Kyunki agar aapne jawaab diya toh shaayad hum aapko maaf kardun!"
Khushi bit her lip and Arnav felt his heart beat faster. Oh God! Does she even know what she does to me when she bites her lip? To divert himself, he grinned at her widely, "You know what! Main tumhaare saare sawaalon ka jawaab dunga", Khushi and her friends grinned at that, "LEKIN... lekin mujhe kya milega?", Khushi and her friends' grin fell flat at that.
Khushi was worried Arnav could tell. She replied hesitantly, "Maafi?"
Arnav shook his head, "That's it? Meri sachchai ki bas itni hi kimmat? Not fair!"
Arnav wondered how Khushi would reply to his comment but it seemed that his words had shocked Khushi into speechlessness and she had no comment for him. Finally taking pity on her he spoke up, "Ek cheez hai jo agar tum mujhe dogi toh main tumhein tumhaare sawaal ka jawaab dunga!"
"Kya?"
"Ek dance!"
"KYA?"
Khushi was shocked by his wish and Arnav could see that at the way she stood up and how her friends had to pull her down to avoid attention.
Arnav smiled at the gobsmacked expression on Khushi's face and nodded, "Ek dance karo mere saath and I will give you my answer! Karogi mere saath dance?" Saying this, Arnav stood up and grabbed Khushi's hand.
Arnav held Khushi's hand waiting for her answer. But when he realised that she was not ready to dance with him, his patience went away and he dragged her to the dance floor.
The music started just as they reached the dance floor. Arnav stopped right in the middle of the floor and turned to look at Khushi who looked back at him with shock. Suddenly, Khushi turned to walk off the dance floor and Arnav grabbed her hand.
Tu
Mera Aasmaan Sa Lage
Kyun
He pulled her towards him and she slammed right into him.
Uda Uda Sa Phirun
In Hawaaon Mein Kyun
They stared into each other's eyes.
Oh... Tu
Mera Raasta Sa Lage
Kyun
Khushi's tried to pull her hand away but Arnav's grip was stronger.
Juda Juda Sa Phirun
Teri Raahon Mein Kyun
Arnav stared at struggling Khushi with smile on his face. His eyes tried to take in her every expression as Khushi continued to struggle against him.
Sondhi Hai Dhaani Hai
Baarish Ka Paani Hai
Khwaahish Puraani Hai
Tu Hi Tu
He cupped her cheek with other hand making her still at his touch.
Jheeni Hai Bheeni Hai
Chai Mein Cheeni Hai
Pyaale Mein Peeni Hai
Tu Hi Tu
She looked back at her hand and started to struggle as he again stared at her with a tender and loving smile on his face.
Meethi Bhi Lage
Thodi Khaari Lage
Chatkhaari Jara
Par Pyaari Lage
Tu
From her cheek, his hand slipped to her waist as he pulled her close making her look at him in shock.
Mera Aasmaan Sa Lage
Kyun
Uda Uda Sa Phirun
In Hawaaon Mein Kyun
Slowly they started to sway to the music.
"Khushi!", Arnav muttered as he stared into her eyes, "I like you! Really like you! Do you like me too?"
Before Khushi could answer he turned her around and swung her out and in making her slam right into him. Her hair fell on her face and he slowly pushed them, his heart urging him to kiss her. She looked away but he nudged her face making her look back at him.
Tera Iraada Karta Hoon
Din Raat Tujhpe Marta Hoon
Dil Mera Tera Aadha Hai
Simple Sa Vaada Karta Hoon
He started to sway in the place making her sway too. His arms around her waist itched to pull her closer.
Tera Intezaar Hai
Dil Taar Taar Hai
Aaja Keh De Zara
Ke Pyaar Pyaar Pyaar Pyaar Hai...
He kissed her cheek and she took a sharp breath making him realise that he affected her the same way she affected him.
Tu
His hands moved up from her waist to her neck and he felt her shiver.
Mera Aasmaan Sa Lage Kyun
He slowly cupped her cheek with one hand, his urge to kiss building up.
Uda Uda Sa Phirun
In Hawaaon Mein Kyun
He pushed her hair back with other hand.
Oh... Tu
He stepped closer and he noticed her eyes flicker to his lips and back to him.
Mera Raasta Sa Lage Kyun
He bent ahead and saw her close his eyes.
Juda Juda Sa Phirun
Teri Raahon Mein Kyun
Suddenly someone pushed Arnav and Khushi's eyes opened wide.
Tu
She pushed Arnav away as he looked at her in confusion.
Tu
She ran off the dance floor while he continued to stand there.
Tu...
As Khushi reached her table, Arnav finally realised what he was about to do. He was going to kiss her! As he blinked, he had another realization. Arnav would have their first kiss today if not for some idiot who pushed him out of the way. Arnav slapped his forehead while cursing his bad luck. He stormed off the dance floor to his car in annoyance and anger. He sat in the driver's seat so that he could calm himself and lessen his annoyance. Arnav did not know how long he sat there. He only got out of his car when his anger and annoyance left him. That is when his eyes fell on his car and he remembered that he was supposed to be drunk; which meant he cannot drive tonight. Arnav sighed at that. Time to call the driver! As he dialed the driver's number, an errant thought entered his head. If he was drunk, that means he could sit in the back wanting to relax, right? If that meant he got to sit beside Khushi, well, it cannot be avoided, right? Arnav smiled mischievously. He had to thank Khushi's friends in some way. It was their idea of getting him drunk that is giving him chance to get so close to Khushi without using any of his usual tricks.
Soon driver arrived and Arnav got into the car with drunken swaying establishing his drunk character in front of the driver and then keeping his mobile aside he acted as if he was passed out. Soon, Khushi called and the driver thinking that Arnav Sir was passed out, picked up the call and soon Khushi was sitting beside him. Arnav enacted his next phase of plan. Get Khushi Kumaari Gupta to forgive him and while he was at it, take his chance and snuggle into her as much as possible!
Arnav grasped her hand with his and placed his head on her shoulder. He ignored her startled expression as he tried to get himself comfortable. Khushi did not push him off. He should act drunk more in future if that meant he get to snuggle with Khushi without getting pushed off by her, Arnav mused.
After enjoying few minutes of snuggling, Arnav mumbled in a slow voice, "Khushi! Khushi please mujhe maaf kardo! I miss you! I miss talking to you! Baat na sahi, jhagda toh kar lo! I miss fighting with you!"
Khushi replied his request with her own question, "Kya aapko sach mein pachtaava hai humaara dil dukhaane ka?"
Arnav nodded and looked at her with bleary eyes, "Please Khushi! I am genuinely sorry!" Even though Arnav was acting his apology and his pleas were genuine. He, Arnav Singh Raizada, the guy who never bowed down to anyone, was pleading a girl to forgive him! Oh! How the high and mighty had fallen! Arnav thought absentmindedly.
Khushi sighed softly and then nodded, "Theek hai! Humne aapko maaf kiya!"
Arnav smiled at her and was about to hug her and snuggle closer to her, when the car stopped. He looked around; they were home. Arnav felt like throttling someone. Why did they have to reach home so soon? Next time, I will make sure that wherever we go would be so far from home that I get a lot of my snuggle time, Arnav promised himself as Khushi got down. He continued to act drunk and stumbled, making Khushi hold him and help him into the house. Khushi willingly taking his arms? Wow! This is a dream come true! Arnav mused. I really should act drunk again; atleast once!
They reached the stairs and Arnav and Khushi had to separate to get to their room. Arnav did not want to go! Not so soon! No! Arnav could not stop himself from grasping Khushi's hand, pulling her closer and then placing a kiss on her forehead. Knowing that if he did not walk away now, he won't be able to control his actions, he turned around and stormed off to his room. Thankfully, Khushi was too lost in her thoughts to notice Arnav walking normally instead of stumbling around like a drunkard!
SONG DETAILS:
Song is from the movie Ajab Gazabb Love (Year 2012) sung by Mohit Chauhan.
PRECAP:
Next update, Arnav definitely goes shirtless!
Thanks for reading, take care and have fun,
Kalpana
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