Hi guys , hope you are having a fablous weekend . Obviously we can't wait till Monday ,as we know the next Arhi meeting is going to happen .đđł
Anyway here is the next update . I look forward to your replies . And many thanks for the previous comments too.
Bitterness
Payal and Akash ,stood outside her buaji's house . Akash placed the bags on the porch . Payal opened the door Buaji I 've come back she called . Come inside have tea Akash . But before he could reply the phone rang .
He picked it up , on the other end of the phone , it was his mum .Akash dear , come home , there is something I want to talk about to you . Akash groaned Oh no I hope it is not marriage talk. I wish mum would back off . Ok mum ,ill be there soon . He put the phone down .
I have to go , Akash said .It was nice meeting you .
Oh, her face saddened , Payal tried to hide her disappointment. I hope to see you around soon . Akash smiled and went away . As he walked away from Payal , he watched her smile and wave . He waved back. Payal is the one. I have to tell mum.
Payal , who was that ? Her Buaji said ,with one hand on her hip. No one Buaji , he just helped me with the shopping .
Ok, Payal , come inside , put away the shopping then. she ordered .
Payal dragged the bags from the porch to the kitchen .Oh yes I should tell Buaji about Shyam . Erm Buaji
Yes Payal, Buaji I respect you , I mean not just me but Khushi . Oh how do I say this Buaji , I don't like Shyamji. It's not right for him staying with us .
Why? Indria said with a puzzled look on her face. He seems so mysterious , never see him doing any work. Today I saw him in a alleyway , Payal spoke quietly .However Indria , silenced Payal.
Listen Payal , you are just being silly . Shyam , is sensible and hardworking . It's all in your head . Indria went out of the kitchen, shaking her head .
Payal sighed How do I get rid of Shyam before something horrible happens.
The meeting was coming to an end but Arnav Singh Raizada, for the first time in such meetings he could not pay attention. Usually , he would have a lot to say ,but this time he did not.
The reason why?
Khushi Kumrai Gupta.
Arnav sat watched Lavanya give her presentation to the clients. Arnav prentended to be intrigued and interested by the presentation, he nodded at the right moments, gave answers when needed .
But why was Khushi , so scared. The way she avoided me, as if I was going to attack her.
I know I am not her favourite person , but ...
The clients came to Arnav and shook his hand , and left . It was only Arnav and Lavanya left in the room.
As Lavanya was collecting her belongings , she thought to her self. ASR , did not even pay attention through out the meeting . It's that stupid chamkali. I warned her , to stay away,she could not help herself . Anyway doesn't matter ,i'll sweeten ASR. I'll make sure that he only has eyes for me . However before Lavanya had a chance to say anything ,Arnav had left the room.
Ooft Lavanya , muttered to herself. She quickly packed her things and went to Arnav's office.
ASR, hey I was wondering if you want to go for a meal ? Lavanya said sweetly. No I am ok ,I'm busy , go home Lavanya I want to be left alone .
Peeved Lavanya , stormed out of Arnav's office and went downstairs . She called Sim and Pam from their respective desks and took them to one side .
Listen girls, that chamkali needs to be taught a lesson , who does she think taking my ASR away from me . Lavanya fumed .
Sim and Pam looked at each other nervously. Uh oh they both thought. Chamkali is in for it this time .
Tomorrow this lucknow girl , will surely pay . Lavanya said with a smirk .
Meanwhile in the cafe Manju and Khushi were eating Jalebi's
Wow these are simply the best, Khushi said whilst she was munching on a jalebi. Her fingers all sticky .
Anyway Manju aunty , it's been great working with you . I absolutely loved it , for the first time I enjoyed a day at the office.
My pleasure dear. Anyway ,it is time to go home ,Let's go Manju said.
As Khushi was walking to the bus stop which was a 10 minute walk from the office. The moon shone ,Khushi thought Smiling to herself not many days left until we go back home.
Strange , Khushi thought I heard something . She quickly turned around but found no one was there . Silly me , must be hearing things. This time the sound of footsteps became louder . Khushi did not look back and started to walk faster and faster, her heart beating at rocket speed. Devi mai , look after me .
Suddenly Khushi stopped in her tracks, someone tapped her shoulder , she turned around and saw that it was Arnav .
You , what are you doing scaring me . Khushi said , as she waved her arms in frustration . Arnav looked at her confused ,I've haven't been following her , what is Khushi thinking?
Arnav raised his eyebrows , I wasn't Khushi I saw you walking home .
Khushi turned to see Arnav's car was just parked by them . Hmm Arnav wasn't following me then , he couldn't have I heard the footsteps way back.
Khushi shrugged her shoulders ,I was walking to the bus stop. Arnav , Khushi quickly put her hand on her mouth . Arnav looked at Khushi startled
Did Khushi call me Arnav ?
Sorry , I mean Sir . Did you see someone , well walking behind me ? Khushi asked
No Khushi I didn't . Arnav said This girl is going crazy . Arnav felt her shiver go down his spine Did Khushi saying Arnav ,make me shiver then?
Strange ,Khushi muttered under her breath .
Khushi do you want a lift home ? Arnav said . He saw that the it was getting pitch black.
Thanks , but no thanks . Khushi turned and found that she could not walk any more. She slightly turned her head to find the end of her duppta caught in Arnav's watch .
He watched Khushi tug at the dupptta, her eyes met with Arnav's eyes . Why do I feel something for Khushi? Why am I bewitched by her ? Arnav stood there once again , lost in his thoughts, he remembered this was excatly the time they met again at the car park. I was already in a bitter mood , because of her lighting a dia. Then there she was standing in front of me . A smile crept on Arnav's face . Strange that Khushi was speaking highly of her boss which turned out to be me . I wonder if she still thinks highly of me?
Arnav looked down to see the dupptta still tangled with the watch .Why is he just standing there, he could help ? And why is he smiling ?Khushi pulled at the dupptta, she went forward towards Arnav so she could remove the dupptta, however she tripped over a stone , and fell forward ,Khushi closed her eyes , oh here i go , im going to fall. But Arnav grabbed Khushi's hand , Khushi tried to balance herself. She looked at Arnav with a scared look . please don't let me fall. However Arnav pulled Khushi towards him. He held onto Khushi's right arm.
Khushi can't you see , there was a rock in front of you , you could have hurt yourself again Arnav shouted. What am I doing , why am being so protective .
Oh no Khushi's eyes are filled with tears . Why are you crying ? What have I done now ? . Khushi stayed silent and sniffled.
Fine then turn on the waterworks . Arnav let go of Khushi , she fell slightly back but managed to balance herself .
I am not crying Arnav Singh Raizada , why would I waste my tears over you . She screeched.
Yes you are! Arnav answered back .
Khushi saw that the bus had come , I'll see you tomorrow . Quick Khushi go before he insults you even more. She quickly brushed past Arnav and ran to the bus . Why won't he be nice for once .
Arnav watched the bus drive off. He kicked the car door, what the ? why did I have to say that . No wonder she hates me . I try and protect her ,but I end up insulting her .
Nevertheless why did khushi , think somebody was following her . I don't think Khushi is one for imaging things . Something is going on. Who is after Khushi? But why?
For once Arnav felt confused , he felt his feelings were scrambled like an egg. He wanted to hate her , he wanted to despise her ,but he just could not . Why? Arnav kept asking himself Why?
Jodha Akbar
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