Here is a story involving the lives of four people entangled into the web of love, relations, promises and much more. It's an Arhi FF. I started this FF earlier but due to lack of time couldn't update it regularly. But I have lots of free time coming up and a new sense of belief to complete this story. Hope you guys like it.
AASHIQUI
Arnav Singh Raizada, a well-known name in the elite circle. The owner of the Raizada firms. He was the top most corporate lawyer of the north India. 28 years old, sharp minded extremely shrewd and highly dedicated.
Anjali Raizada. 23 years old, post graduate in economics. Very beautiful, soft spoken, and intelligent. Younger sister of Arnav. Loves her brother's best friend, Shyam Jha.
Shyam Jha 28 years old, a litigation lawyer, Arnav's best friend and 15% partner in Raizada firms. Loves his best friend dearly. Has a girlfriend and is damn serious for her.
Khushi Gupta, 25 years old, works in Kala Kendra (Arts Centre), Lucknow. She is very beautiful and has an inclination towards arts. That is why having a degree in law, she works as a coordinator in Kala Kendra. Impulsive by nature and very serious about her relationship with Shyam.
Manohar Jha, Shyam's father, loves his son. A very loyal servant to the Raizada's has a soft corner for Anjali.
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Part 1
The sun rays peeping through the window forgot that the owner of this particular room does not want them here. Sulking over her Buaji, she gets up dejectedly and goes to the washroom. After all it was Monday morning and whole of the Lucknow knew that Khushi Gupta suffered Monday blues.
"Arey bitiya don't you have to go to work??? I have prepared your lunch. Come fast."
Wearing a yellow churidar salwar Khushi sat on the table in the small hall of her home. Buaji served hot aalloo paranthas with curd and Khushi beamed with joy.
"You know Buaji you are the best." She tore the parantha, dipped in curd and relished its taste. Her Buaji cooked the best aalloo paranthas.
"Buaji when I get married, I'll take you with me as my dowry." Winked Khushi at her Buaji. And Buaji smacked her own head. "Haye re nandkishore, these girls of today have no shame."
"Bye Buaji. I am getting late. Eat your medicine on time and don't worry about anything. Bye." Saying so she hurried off.
The next door lady, Leela was buaji's friend. "Khushi bitiya is so full of energy. And she seems to love you a lot."
"Of course she loves me Leela behenji. She is my brother's last living memory. And I am hers." Buaji
Wiped her tears and went inside. She looked up at a family photograph. It was her brother, his wife and a young Khushi about 14 years old.
Khushi's father, Shashi Gupta worked as a driver in Raizada Mansion. Khushi and her bauji lived in servant's quarter at Raizada mansion. Garima died while giving birth to Khushi. And then one day Madhumati got the news that her brother had died in an accident with the very famous corporate lawyer of that time, Arvind Singh Raizada.
Buaji took her niece with her to Lucknow and then both aunt and niece lived with each other, being there with each other and loving each other.
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Arnav Singh Raizada was getting restless at the moment. His client Mr. Nawaz Siddiqui, was the sole reason for that. Mr. Siddiqui was buying a company in Lucknow. Arnav was his lawyer. The problem was that the owner of the company wanted Mr. Siddiqui to come to Lucknow to sign up the papers. He wasn't willing to some to Delhi. Although Mr. Siddiqui agreed, he did not wish to go without Arnav. Because he trusted on Arnav's instinct and gut feeling. And he still hoped that there was the chance for negotiations.
Arnav did not want to go but Mr. Siddiqui's constant pleading got the way and he finally relented.
The tickets were booked by Mr. Siddiqui's secretary. They were supposed to leave for airport in the evening.
Arnav went to his home to do the packing and saw a very happy Anjali welcoming him.
"What happened bhaiya? How come so early?"
"Anju I have a flight in the evening to Lucknow. Have come to do the packing."
Arnav saw Shyam sitting on the dining table and eating. Shyam passed him the look which made Arnav roar with laughter. He called out to Anjali "so what new dish you tried today to kill Shyam and kaka?"
Shyam too joined the laughter. "Bhaiya I am learning cooking and I am not that bad. Am I Shyamji?"
"No anju dam aalloo are really great. You should try too Arnav."
"Leave it dude, last time she made dam aalloo and I had great difficulty in locating the damn aalloo."
"That's not fair bhaiya. I can cook now. And if you don't like my cooking, bring a wife for yourself." Said a very grumpy Anjali.
"Ok now don't get angry. Do you want something from Lucknow?" asked Arnav from his beloved sister.
"Bhaiya as such no but if you really get some time then please bring the chickenkari suit for me. They are really very famous in Lucknow." Replied Anjali. She was not a demanding sister but a sweet requesting type of a sister.
"I will definitely bring Anjali."
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"When will I see you Shyamji? It has been so long since we have met. I miss you."
"Khushi I will come to Lucknow next month. And yes I miss you too."
"Bye Shyamji. The lunch break is over. I love you and will wait for you."
"Love you too. Bye and take care."
Shyam disconnected the phone and started humming a love song. Yes he was deeply and madly in love with Khushi.
Part-2
Arnav stood on the balcony of his room and looked at nothing particular. His work had been done. Mr. Siddiqui had got the company at a very reasonable amount. The older gentleman was singing praises for him. And anybody else who would have been in Arnav's position would be enjoying his success and status. But instead of joining Mr. Siddiqui for a small success party at the hotel bar, he stood at the balcony overlooking Lucknow. The place where his parents met, fell in love and married.
Arvind Singh Raizada belonged to Lucknow. He married his love, Kirti Raizada here in Lucknow. But in order to establish his firm in New Delhi he shifted his base. With his hard work and dedication he laid Raizada Firms and achieved success. But the profession as a lawyer is a dangerous one. If you climb up the stairs of success, you gather enemies too.
Arvind along with his wife had gone to Dehradun for some case and while returning his car met with an accident leading to his death. Not only Arvind died, Kirti and their loyal driver Shashi Gupta too accompanied him to heaven.
Arnav was 17 years old at that time. He was in Delhi along with his younger sister. Arnav and Anjali were left in the care of Manohar kaka.
From a young free lad he was transformed into a mature and responsible guy. Yes he was responsible. For his sister, his father's company and for the dreams his parents had dreamt for both of them.
When Mr. Siddiqui was praising him, he was smiling for the world but his inside was crying. Because he wanted those words of appreciation from his own father. His father was his idol, and he was fulfilling his father's dream and wished if his father could come back to him. He wished if his father could guide him and tell him what he was doing was right. He wished...
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Shyam was working on his laptop when Anjali entered his room. Shyam did not notice her and kept on working. She quietly sat beside him and offered the ginger tea.
"Arey Anjali when did you come?"
"When you were busy typing." Replied Anjali.
"Tomorrow is the date of the case and I am just revising the facts and the issues."Said shyam closing the laptop and turning his full attention on Anjali.
"Did you need anything Anjali?"
"Yes Shyam ji. I was getting bored and you know bhaiya is also not here. I don't know what to do. Kaka is sleeping and I do not wish to wake him up."
"So do you want to go out?"
"No Shyam ji it's quite late and a bit chilly outside."
"so we can just sit and talk."
"yes that's a great idea." Replied Anjali.
Anjali liked to sit with Shyam and talk. She had known him ever since she was born. She knew he was her brother's best friend but she considered him as her friend. She was in love with him but never ever had a chance to express her feelings. She learned the cooking for him. She even dressed in simple clothes because Shyam likes simplicity. She just did not know when how and where she fell in love with him but she surely knew she loves him from the core of her heart.
For Shyam Anjali was always his best friend's sister. She was sweet and simple. She was elegance personified and he knew that the guy would really be lucky to have Anjali as his wife. She was everything one could ask for.
They both sat and talked for hours and it was when Anjali realized that it was too late and shyam had an important day she bid him goodnight and went to her room.
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Next day in the cloth market.
A black sedan entered the cloth market and stood in the front of the very famous chickenkari clothes shop. Arnav came out of the car and entered the shop. As soon as he entered the shop he saw a lady engaged in bargaining with the owner. He suppressed his smile and recognized her immediately. He silently stood behind her and waited for the bargaining to end.
"Are Bhai sahib I am your loyal customer. I always purchase suits from this shop only. Won't you give us a little concession?"
"Arey behenji jitna ho sakta tha utna to kar dia, ab aap galat baat naa kare."
"Dekh lijiye Bhai sahib." And sensing someone she turned back and saw Arnav.
"Arey Arnav tum yaha?"
He bent to touch her feet. "ji buaji, wo Anjali ke liye socha kuch lelu."
"arey tumne ye bahut acha liya. Chalo mai tumhari madad kardu. Warna ye bhai sahib thag lenge." Said Buaji irking the shop owner.
Arnav knew who Buaji was. She used to visit her brother when Shashi worked for them. And he knew that Khushi lived with her. Buaji was a generous lady and had great sympathy towards Arnav and Anjali. She helped him choose beautiful clothes for Anjali and even saved Arnav from the cunning' shopkeeper.
He dropped Buaji to her home and she insisted Arnav to come inside and have tea.
"Arey beta come inside. Khushi bitiya will also be there. "
Initially he did not wish to come but seeing buaji's constant pleas and the prospect of meeting Khushi after 11 years led him inside. He entered the courtyard and when they reached the door, it was locked. And as if on cue, Leela came out.
"Madhumati ji Khushi bitiya is in her office. She has not come till now. Here take your keys."
Arnav was highly disappointed. But he entered the house and drank the tea offered by Buaji.
"Acha Buaji chalta hu mai, meri flight hai abhi ek ghante mai." he once again touched her feet and let him go. She blessed him with her heart and asked him to visit soon.
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Arnav was sitting on his seat and the flight attendants made the announcement that they could tie their seat belts. Arnav followed the instructions and soon the plane was in air. Arnav looked out of the window and was lost in his thoughts.
Flashback
He was 15 years old and was playing cricket with Shyam. Shyam was batting and he was bowling to him. The other servants HP, JP were fielding. Arnav was about to bowl when he saw a girl coming up to him.
"Can I also play?"
Shyam came running to him and told him that she was Shashi uncle's daughter and lived in servant's quarter next to Shyam's quarter. She was dressed in a blue skirt and top and had two pony tails. Arnav felt she was cute and allowed her to play. She could neither bat nor bowl so she was allotted fielding. So the game began.
Soon the three of them became good friends. Arnav Shyam and Khushi. Shyam and Arnav would help her in mathematics and she would help Anjali to play doll house.
Kirti Raizada liked Khushi. She was bubbly and full of energy. She was silly and her antics were out of this world.
Hence the friendship grew and so does his affection for Khushi. Soon affection turned into love and Arnav loved her. But fate had something different in store for him. The unfortunate accident happened and Buaji took her to Lucknow.
Since then he did not meet her but never forgot her.
Part 3
He was back to his office. Everything was same. His cabin, his desk, his black coffee, yet something was different. Since he has come from Lucknow, his mind often wandered to the young girl who had two pigtails.
If he was patient till now, he was restless after his trip to Lucknow. He desired to see her face. He wished to meet her. Talk to her and declare his undying love to her.
A knock in his cabin broke his chain of thought.
"ASR we have an emergency, Mr. Sood is in the office and he is very terrible right now."
Mr. Sood was one of the famous industrialist known as Mr. Panic attack. He wished to be the top industrialist but was afraid of taking risks. Only and only Arnav could handle him. He finished his coffee and stood up to meet him.
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Khushi was sitting in the doctor's cabin. Her Buaji came out along with the doctor. The doctor told Buaji to go out and take a walk outside.
"Khushi your Buaji is very stubborn. She is not following her diet and the risk factor is increasing. Her few blood capillaries are blocked. I would advise you to consult Dr. Sinha in New Delhi. I will give you a reference number. Avoid stress for her and oil and ghee are a strict no for her." Said the lady doctor and prescribed a few medicines.
Khushi took her leave and found her Buaji sitting on the waiting bench outside.
"What did the doctor say Khushi? Am I going to die?"
"No Buaji what nonsense are you talking? You are going to live for many more years to come. And see my children having their grandchildren." Joked Khushi. She put up her best smiley face and bought two kulfis from the vendor. They walked and talked till their way. Once they were inside their home Buaji asked her again.
"Why are you not telling me what did the doctor say?"
Buaji just relax. She complained about you. You are probably not following what she told you to eat"
"How can I Khushi? She told me to eat boiled vegetables without spices."
"That's what she was saying." Said Khushi without looking at her Buaji. Her Buaji stood up and stood next to her. She held her chin up and said "there's more to it. You are not telling me. What is it?"
Tears escaped from her eyes and she hugged Buaji tight. "Buaji you don't love me."
"Haye re nandkishore what are you saying?"
"Buaji then why don't you take care of yourself? What will I do without you?"
"Arey bitiya don't cry. I will do whatever my titaliya says. Now stop crying."
Khushi calmed down and explained her what the doctor said and that they will shift to Delhi the very next week. Although Madhumati did not want to go to Delhi but she gave up when Khushi blackmailed her.
Khushi had made up her mind. She would give her resignation and give up her job which she loved and move to Delhi. She would not let anything happen to her Buaji. After all she was her only parent. She called Shyam and told him everything.
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Shyam was happy that Khushi was coming to Delhi. He called the property dealer and asked him to search for a house on rent near Raizada Mansion. And regarding Khushi's job, he knew whom to contact.
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Anjali sat in CCD sipping her favorite coffee and sobbing. Yes she was crying. One of her friends from college had proposed her and she had rejected him instantly. And he had left. Then she sat and realized what if Shyam refused her proposal the way she rejected Rahul's?
One sided love is a dangerous thing. It has thrill, it has passion but most importantly it has many illusions and delusions. But Anjali had decide something, she would confess her love and wait for her destiny.
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Shyam was waiting in Arnav's cabin reading the magazine. Arnav was in a meeting in the conference room. Shyam had decided that he will ask Arnav to employ Khushi. She had a law degree and was a topper in business law. He knew for sure Arnav would not refuse him and Khushi would face no problem in Raizada Firm.
As Arnav opened the gate, he saw Shyam sitting reading a magazine. As soon as Shyam saw his friend, he passed a smile.
"So what brings you here Mr. Shyam?"
"Actually Arnav I need your help."
"What is it?"
"One of my friend is shifting to Delhi from Lucknow. She needs a job. She has a law degree. I thought you can employ her at Raizada mansion. She is very good and efficient. Trust me you won't regret it."
"If you say she is good, she would be. Tell her to come to the firm on Monday. I need an assistant. The work load is increasing by leaps and bounds."
"That's great. My friend is minting lots of money. Do you know what used to be our motto during college?"
"Yep. Work hard and party harder. So when Mr. Lawyer wins his case he is going to take his friend to the party."
"Ok fine. Now if you are done, can we leave together?"
"Yes. Just wait for 10 minutes."
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Anjali entered her home and saw Kaka watching television. Manohar looked at her and smiled. She too returned the smile and asked HP to bring coffee.
"How was your day Anjali beta?"
"It was ok kaka."
"Did something happen?"
"Yes but nothing harmful. What are you watching kaka?"
"News, the elections and the speeches."
"Kaka I am going to my room, I'll come after 15 minutes, please ask HP to bring my coffee upstairs."
Manohar nodded. He looked lovingly at Anjali. He liked her. She was beautiful both inside and out. She was everything one father would want in his daughter in law. But he knew his hopes were very high here. He was just a servant here. It is just Arnav and Anjali respect him a lot. And he should not dream too much. So he dismissed his thought and concentrated on the television.
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Khushi locked her house and looked at lovingly. As a friend says goodbye, Khushi gave that look and sat in the taxi with Buaji. The engine roared and the aunt and the niece began their journey.
Khushi was thinking about Shyam. He had helped her a lot. He had located the flat and found a job for her. He had told her that he will meet them at the railway station. She was excited. She would see him after a long time.
After a long journey they reached Delhi. Khushi found Shyam waiting for them. He touched buaji's feet and passed a smile to Khushi which did not get unnoticed by Buaji.
They took an auto and reached Laxmi Nagar. Shyam showed them the flat and gave her the address to the Raizada Firm. "Khushi you have to start from Monday. So you have one day to rest and unpack. And please reach there on time. He is very punctual."
"Who he?"
"Arey Arnav, Arnav Singh Raizada. Aur kaun?"
Part4
Khushi stood in the reception of Raizada Firms. She was at loss of words after looking at the building. It was huge and beautiful. She hesitantly entered and was surprised to see the beautiful reception area. As soon as the cool air conditioned air touched her, she felt herself at ease. She went up to receptionist and saw a pretty girl managing some documents.
"Yes ma'am how can I help you?" asked the ever polite receptionist.
"I have an appointment with Mr. Raizada." Replied Khushi.
"Ma'am his cabin is on the third floor."
Khushi nodded and went towards the lift. She was glad she was all alone in the lift. She adjusted her dupatta and combed her hair with her fingers. She was wearing a blue and white salwar kameez. Her hair were open and neck was adorned with a very thin gold chain.
She looked up and prayed to Devi Maiya before stepping out of the lift. She walked with confidence and elegance and knocked the cabin.
"May I come in sir?"
"yes." He was reading his task list and sipping his black coffee. He looked up and saw a very beautiful girl approaching him. He knew she was not an employee and definitely not one of his friends but still he thought he knew her.Strange. Muttered Arnav under his breath.
She came in and sat silently on the chair. She forwarded her file towards him and he took it without any word. She was feeling strange. Strange, yes because she knew this man. Yet she could not approach him. She was his friend year's back but she knew she could not bring it up. She knew Arnav would have definitely forgotten her.
Khushi looked at Arnav. He has changed. He looks much better than he was in his teens. He was lean back then but now he looks great. She looked at his forehead for a certain sign. Yes it was still there above his right eye. The scar was still there. His nose was more of sharp and aristocratic. His lips were thinned and she knew he was reading her file with full concentration.
Khushi focused on her train of thoughts and realized she was reading too much about Arnav Singh Raizada. She reprimanded her heart and mind that she was to work under him and not to admire him. She'll not talk about her friendship until he himself asks her anything. She was here to work and earn and that she will do with full dedication and determination.
Arnav read her resume. After reading the first page only he knew who she was. She was his Khushi, for whom he had been waiting. If he was happy, it never appeared on his face. He kept on reading her file to know more and more about her. She had a law degree and had several internship certificates from not so famous law offices.
Well the decision was made and he was going to hire her.
"So Ms. Gupta you are hired. You can start your work from today itself. Aman will brief you about your work and if you have any other problem then you can contact me."
Arnav stood up and called Aman to his cabin. Khushi too stood up. She was hoping Arnav would say something about past or would acknowledge her but nothing of sorts happened. Aman came in and Arnav ordered him to help Khushi. Aman soon went out of his cabin with Khushi when she heard Arnav call her out using her first name.
"khushi what have you done to your pigtails?"
At first she did not understand and blinked her eyes twice and then a genuine smile broke out her lips.
And he too smiled.
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Shyam was working on his case for last 3 hours. He looked at the clock and saw it was 6:35 pm but Anjali did not come to his room with tea. She always brings his tea at 6 sharp. He went out of his room and saw Anjali sitting on the dining table. She head was in her hands. He approached her and kept his hand on her shoulder.
"What happened Anjali? Is something wrong?"
"No Shyamji. I was thinking about something."
"Can I help you? I have never ever seen you so much engrossed."
"Actually Shyamji it's about my best friend Ritu."
"What is it Anjali?"
"Shyamji she loves a guy. But she is not sure how to approach him. She tells me that she cannot live without him but still she is afraid to speak her heart out. She was upset about it."
"And that's why you are upset? Anjali why do you get involve in others problem. See if she loves that guy she will have to say it to him. If she cannot say then she could message him or write a letter. Simple. Now get up lets go to the walk. You'll feel refreshed."
Shyam held her hand and lead her to the garden. Manohar saw Shyam and Anjali from his room and smiled. His wish might come true.
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It had been a week since Khushi had started working in Raizada Firm. Khushi was Arnav's assistant. She was making the list of the clients who were scheduled to meet Arnav in the upcoming week. She had learnt that Raizada Firm was a very big company and handled many of the country's best business houses.
She also got to know that Arnav was a hard task master and was nothing less than perfectionist. But nobody criticized him. He took care of his employees. If the firm would get a new business house or any other success then ASR never shied away in throwing a bash for his employees. Arnav was well respected by his employees.
Khushi too was happy to work here. She found out that he has not changed a bit. He was still always- ready- to- help- you- friend. They did talk about the past time and laughed remembering the incidents of the past.
Arnav met Buaji once and Khushi too confided him about her health condition.
Khushi and Shyam had decided that they will meet every Sunday. And they did meet on first Sunday.
Finally Khushi's life was coming on the track. She was settled. She happy and contented about it.
Arnav was happy too. His firm was doing great. And now his Khushi was with him. He decided he will work at a very slow pace and would win over her. He would take no rash decisions. For now the time they spent together working was sufficient for him.
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Arnav was working when he saw Mr. Kapoor walk towards him. Mr. Kapoor was a senior lawyer and a very respectable gentleman. ASR too respected him. Arnav stood up and shook hands.
Both the gentlemen sat and Mr. Kapoor took the turn to speak.
"Arnav as you know my son Rishi has returned from US after completing his studies. I and my wife wants him to settle down. We both like your sister Anjali and would wish to make her our daughter in law. My son wants to settle down with the girl we choose. Mrs. Kapoor met Anjali at some party and now she wishes to have her as her bahu."
Arnav was speechless. This gentleman was here with the alliance for his sister."Mr. Kapoor I respect your wish. I have met Rishi and he is a genuine guy but I would like to ask Anjali about it. It is her life and she has the final say. As far as I am concerned. My happiness lies in my Anjali's happiness."
"That is great Arnav. You ask her. We will wait for the answer."
Part 5
Arnav was sitting in his cabin. Although a file was in front of him, but he wasn't reading. He was deep in thoughts.
A proposal for Anjali, Shyam's legal career, his company, and his life...
He was at a position from where he would have to take many decisions and would have to be responsible for those. This was a time where once again he had to become strong and take some decisions that would give a new turn and direction to other people's life.
First and foremost he had to take care of his baby sister. She had completed her studies and now he wished to see her get married. His father would have done the same if he would have been alive.
He closed the file, took out his I phone and called his dear sister.
"Hello bhaiya."
"Anjali it's been a time since we both brother and sister had a dinner outside. Be ready by 9, we'll go out today."
"Wow bhaiya. We'll go to Radisson Blue. It's been ages since I ate there."
"Bye anju. Don't be late."
Arnav cut the call and smiled after hearing his sister's excited voice.
Back to work Arnav. He mentally scolded himself and once again opened the file.
"Shyamji, it's been time since we met. You were also not free this Sunday. It was better I stayed in Lucknow. At least you had time for me then."
"Khushi ji I am sorry. Try to understand. It's my first case. And it is literally very exhausting. Long hours at court and then preparation..."
"Shyamji this is not fair. You don't have half an hour for me. You can go out with Anjali when she feels low but not with me. Fine. I won't disturb you."
"Listen to me Khushi ji." But the call was cut. He threw his phone in frustration and sat down holding his head.
"Shyam ji, Arnav bhaiya called. We both are going out to dinner. What will you eat I'll ask Hari Prakash to make dinner for you."
"Anjali ask baba. I am not in the mood to eat right now. And if you don't mind, can I get your adrak wali chai?"
"Sure. Why not? I'll make it for you." she smiled and ran to kitchen.
Khushi was back to her home. Buaji opened the door but khushi without greeting her went inside and threw her bag on the sofa.
"what happened titaliya?"
"Buaji nothing. Work load. I am going to my room. I just need a nap."
"Ok bitiya. I have prepared the dinner. Eat when you feel like eating. I am going to jagran at mandir. Will be back in morning."
"OkBuaji take care."
Khushi closed the door and sat down on the bed with her eyes closed and head on her knees.
Was I rude to Shyam ji?
I should have understood him.
He has helped me a lot.
He loves me.
Hey Devi Maiya. What have I done? Shouted at him when he was in problem...
Should I call him?
So she dialed Shyam's number but her phone was not answered. She called twice but no answer. She dejectedly lied down and was engulfed in sleep in no time.
Shyam was sitting in hall with Anjali. Anjali was waiting for Arnav and he was relishing his chai. After all Anjali's soft voice did had a soothing effect on him.
Soon arnav entered the house. "anju wait for 5 minutes. I'll be back soon."
He ran to his room and came down exactly after 5 minutes after changing from his three piece suit to jeans and a light yellow sweater.
Anjali and arnav left for the dinner. And shyam went to his room. He saw his phone and two missed calls from khushi. he called her back.
"hello" answered khushi in a very sleepy voice.
"are you ok?"
"khushi got up from the bed and decided to appologise first.
"shyam ji I really am very sorry. I should have not snapped at you like that."
"it's ok khushiji. So tell me are you free?"
"right now? Yes I am."
"great I am coming in 15 minutes." He cut the call and opened his cupboard to change/
Arnav and Anjali reached the hotel Radisson Blue. They ordered the dinner and talked about many things. Brother and sister filled each other about their lives. Anjali was fully determined to tell her brother about Shyam. She did not want to hide this piece of information for long.
"bhaiya"
"anju"
Both Arnav and Anjali spoke together. They smiled at each other.
"you speak first" stated Arnav. "bhaiya I need to tell you something very important. I am really very sorry for hiding this for long. But I am sure you will forgive me. Please be don't angry. I like Shyam ji. Not like but too much like. Like as in I wish to marry him. Huff" Anjali spoke without pause and opened her eyes to see her brother smirk. Indeed he was smirking..
"silly you don't like him, you love him." Spoke Arnav as calmly as he could. Anjali blushed hard. This was really awkward.
"bhaiya do you really have any problem with it??"
"why would I have any problem? Shyam is a very nice person. He never had a girl friend in college.. I am so sure about him."
"what did you want to say earlier?" asked Anjali..
"nothing. The usual stuff... Shall we leave???" asked Arnav.
Khushi opened the door and saw Shyam standing on the door with a packet. She opened the door and stepped aside to make way for him.
"what is in the packet Shyam ji?"
Shyam looked at the packet and kept it on the side table and kept his hands on her shoulders and brought his face closer to Khushi's.
"this is how you welcome your boyfriend Khushiji?"
She lowered her eyes and red hue crept on her cheeks.
"you know you look mesmerizing when you blush."
Khushi pushed him aside and ran to the kitchen.
"i think lets eat something first. I know you haven't had your dinner. I have cooked daal chawal. Let me just warm it up."
Shyam sat on the table near the kitchen and fixed his eyes on Khushi. she was so simple and homely. he imagined Khushi as his wife and lead a very normal and simple life.
"what are you looking at Shyamji?"
"uh huh i was looking how my future life will be with you Khushi ji... " he stood up and went near her. He sat on his knees and stretched his hand forward. " will you marry me Khushi ji?"
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