Part 32
Dedicated to My Two beautiful readers cum frnds, Sneha and Madhu...
HBD Snehu...Belated but hope this part will make up :)
Waking up to welcome a beautiful day, Arohi stretched her arms out, losing the knots in there. A smile slowly made her way to her lips as she took a deep breath but suddenly, her eyes opened and she turned around on smelling the sweet scent of fresh flowers. And there they lay. On the side table, a beautiful bouquet of white pink and peach was resting.
Clutching the beautiful bunch in her hands, she brought it near her nose to take a deep breath. "So sweet" She murmured and took out the note that was tucked with ribbon.
"Good Morning L(and then L was zigzagged to cut)
Hope you had a great sleep and wish that these flowers will witness that smile, which has now became the reason of my happiness. But unfortunately, I have to miss on it today. Have to leave for Shimla urgently for a small visit. Will be back in a day or two, don't know but one thing is sure. I will miss you. so so so much. Miss me.
PS: Nice sketch ;)"
The heart in the end draw by him made her feel so elated but the last line made her turn to the side table where she had left her sketch book last night. Opening it quickly, she realized that the unfinished sketch from last night was missing.
Taking out the neatly folded paper from his pocket, he took a look of his own draw self on it and what could make him feel more loved than that it was traced by his own lady love. All fine lines, each wrinkle, curve was painted so beautifully that he was amazed to see. She took such a deep analysis of me? That much I have not noticed myself in mirror ever. He chuckled at that thought as the driver in front lead him to her mother's cement factory for which he was here. But still, this was not the reason that forced him to take out this paper off from her sketch book. The main reason was that sign that she had crafted below in her beautiful curved writing. Only Arohi's. He did noticed that that only and 's was added later but it was just what touched his heart's chord. Surly, he was only hers as much as she was destined to be his. Leaning back into the seat, he took a deep breath while hugging the paper. The scenery outside was though beautiful but nothing was holding his interest anymore. "How I wish to have her here with me?" He thought and later smacked himself mentally for not asking her to accompany him. "How great it would have been? If only you stupid had dared to ask" He cursed but soon enough, that grumpy look of his was replaced by a grin. He can surly work to rectify himself.
Now can't he.
Yeh Saajish Hain Boondon Ki Koi Khwaahish Hain Chup Chup Si...
Dekho Na Dekho Na...
Hawa Kuchh Haule Haule Zubaan Se Kya Kuchh Bole
Kyon Duuri Hain Ab Darmayaan
Dekho Na Dekho Na...
Looking out to the showering sky, she scrunched her shoulders and took a deep breath while hugging herself. "Missing you" She mumbled feeling at lost. "The first rain of our life as us Arjun... ...How I am missing to feel you beside me, right this moment" She whispered into the silence of her room. Closing her eyes, she sighed to inhale the sweet smell of the wet soil that was coming from the half opened window when her mind conjured up an image in her mind.
Leaning against the terrace rail, she was standing enjoying the rain when his hands made their way around her waist, keeping her warm and secure while her body instantaneously leaned back into his chest feeling loved. Her hands move up to gather the droplets into the palms before a naughty smile graced her lips and she splashed the reserved water back on his face, taking him by surprise.
The thundering sound of the clouds made her get back to reality. "Oh my God!" She felt embarrassed at her very own imagination. But then "How it actually will feel?" thought made her cheeks turn red with blush. It was just yesterday, she had confessed about her feelings to him but it was now that she was actually feeling the intensity, the depth. They say that distance is also important to let one realize the value of other and in her case, she felt it fitting aptly. Where just few months back, he was the one who was craving for her attention, right now she was feeling miserable. It felt like a part of her was took away. His smiles, his assurances, his longing stares, his care...Everything was getting replayed by her mind. She needed him. His Gaze. Feeling too helpless, she looked ahead to find her solace in the rain when she found the window glass covered with mist. A childlike wish seeped into her heart, making her finger rose up to draw: AA before encircling it with a heart shape. A giggle escaped her throat before a dreamy smile graced her lips. She has definitely lost it now. Be it her mind or...Heart.
"Arohi..." Rashi called, peeking in the room after a knock, making her turn. "Haan...". "Come down...We are preparing things for a tea time...Can't let the rain go waist" She winked, making Arohi smile before she followed her down. "Rupa...Let me try" Shaina was pleading Rupa who was preparing pakoras. "Maam..You can burn your fingers" Rupa warned but seeing a relentless Shaina, give in, guiding her how to pour the batter into the hot oil. "Oh Lord! I never knew I will see a domestic Shaina someday" Arohi's surprise was visible from her tone. "I know...But since we are moving out...I atleast need to make sure to learn a bit" Shaina replied being tensed. Arohi awed at her and holding her shoulders, give it a squeeze. "You will do fine Shaina...When things start to fall on our head, we do find a way to get through them." She encouraged. "And Shy..." Aryan who just came back from office called out. "We will hire out a maid...You don't need to worry...Just let mom come and you will see, she will not even let you move" He assured with a content smile. "And it's ready..." Rashi broke the moment showing a tray filled with pakoras, sandwiches and tea.
Arjun on the other side was just done visiting the factory and was settled in the CEO cabin when his mobile beeped with whatsapp messaging tone. Opening the app, he looked at the image msgs sent by Rashi. First picture was of the food tray with the title
: Enjoying rain with these yummy treats. Arjun smiled before the next picture was downloaded on the phone which was of Arohi and Shaina were making each other eat. God! Arjun so wanted to be there to grab that bite from her hands. Patting his head, he took a deep sigh before next pictured appeared which was a selfie of all four.
"Wow, Aryan is back earlier than usual" Arjun typed.
"Yes, couldn't resist the temptation of an evening with family that includes rain and tea" Rashi replied back in words Aryan spoke. Right then, the Manager entered with the files of contract Arjun came to sign. Though he had offered to send one of his employee to Delhi with papers but Arjun thought making a personal visit and looking at the working condition himself will be a way better thing than just monitoring it. He actually had to leave yesterday evening so he could be here in Shimla last night and after a relaxing sleep, get a tour of the factory. But he just couldn't leave. He wanted to be with Arohi even if it was for few moments. So he took the morning flight and left with a heavy heart. "Sir...I think it will be better if you yourself will be present for this deal...The quotation will be filled today but the project winner will be announced in the next week. So if you can stay for some days...My driver can show you around" Raj, the manager spoke up. "No Raj...I can't stay...I have to leave...but yes I will be back for the project announcement..." Arjun assured just to see Raj nodding. Arjun read the quotation and help Raj correct few points which he thought were missing. "I will just make a new paper print and get back to you Sir" Arjun nodded and let him leave before opening whatsapp once again to see another pic. It was one pic that took his breathe away. Standing near the sliding door that leads to the backyard, Arohi was looking out while sipping her tea. Arjun kept looking at the picture wiith a sigh before reading the title below:
Someone missing you ;) and that lit a bright smile on his face. How he wish to be there with her.
Phir Na Hawayen Hogi Itani Besharam
Phir Na Dag Mag Dag Mag Honge Yeh Kadam...
Haa Saawan Yeh Seedha Nahi Khufia Bada
Kuchh Toh Baraste Hue Keh Raha
Samjho Na... Samjho Na...
Hawa Kuchh Haule Haule Zubaan Se Kya Kuchh Bole
Kyon Duuri Hain Ab Darmayaan
Dekho Na Dekho Na...
As the night appeared, Arohi didn't feel like going back to her room. The movie just finished to which they all were seated to watch on and one after another, the three people accompanying her before left wishing her the Good night. GOOD NIGHT? What's So Good About This Night?" She wondered with a grumpy face. Picking up her mobile she checked her messages just to find none of his. "I am so so so going to miss you" he had stated in the note but is that how much he was missing her? Is this how much he care? Switching tv to some other channel, she started to watch a detective series which was on aired but after sometime, she lost the interest in that ever gripping series that was now showing an intimate scene making her feel more irritable. Turning the tv off, she got up to move towards her room. As soon as the stairs ended, she remembered that just last night Arjun has kissed her Good night right here. How breathless she had been that moment. How caring yet naughty he behaved. If last night, sleep had evaded her just cause of the burning sensation she was feeling, tonight, she knew his absence gonna create another riot inside. Atleast last night, he was there just a few steps away. Comforting her poor now falling in love heart, she moved into his room and without having second thoughts, opening the comforter gets in. As soon as his smell engulfed her, she found herself at peace.
At 4 in the morning, a car stopped infront of Punj Mansion and emerged a pained face Arjun. There were no flights in night to take him back to Delhi from Shimla and after being done with the work, he was no longer interested to stay. So he took the only route available that could take him back to his world. His Arohi. Almost 7 hours long journey in the car had tired him out. Paying Raj's driver well for his service he has to go through, Arjun wished him a happy journey back before he got into the silent home after walking the small driveway in drizzle. All he needed right now was a bed to fall on but as soon as he reached his room's door, all his frustrations and tiredness jumped out from the window seeing her sleeping comfortably in his bed. His BED. "God" He murmured leaning against the door, capturing the view in his eyes before his steps slowly lead him towards the bed. His orbs were fixed on her delicate frame. Her long disheveled hairs were scattered everywhere on his pillow and her nose was dipped into it, as if engulfing the smell. His Smell. Her fist was gripping the comforter. Her innocence was all on display for him. Her mouth slowly opened before she scrunched her nose and scratched it before again falling deep in rest. How he wish to always be there to enjoy this view. In the morning, it was so hard for him to scratch his eyes away from her resting self but he had to do. His responsibilities were at call but now, right now, this moment was for him to savor. His heart soared just with the thought that she let herself slip in his bed. She was Missing him. Not letting the moment rush away, he put away his coat, pulled away his tie and threw them on the chair beside. Unbuckled his belt to throw it down somewhere and went inside the covers. Putting a hand on her petite waist, he pulled her back and nuzzling her hairs, closed his eyes. Contact with her instantly made him feel light and stressed free.
Feeling a moment at behind herself, Arohi's eyes flickered but before she could look, a hand snaked around her making her heart come up to the throat. She knew this touch. She missed it. It was him. She knew it even without looking. She felt goosebumps to feel herself getting dragged back with a pull and then, his sound sigh made hot breath fall on her cheek. His partially wet hairs were rubbed against her temple. She was on fire. His nose was rubbing her ear to and fro before he settled comfortably. But she was unsettled. Her own breath hitched with every breath he took. His thumb was rested on the exposed part of her belly from where the shirt had risen up in sleep. Oh what should she do? Her mind warned her to get back to her room as soon as possible but her heart wanted to stay in. "Let him sleep and then I will go back to my room" She decided finally only to hear his voice. "I know you are up Arohi...Stop struggling with your mind". Her mouth opened in surprise. "How do you know?" "I can very well feel it..." He replied with still closed eyes. "O...Ok then, l...let...let me go...I...I didn't know you will come back tonight itself". She held his hand which was wrapped around and tried to put it away only to feel resistance coming from him. "I couldn't stay another minute...I missed you..." He whispered huskily before propping his body on other arm and finally, looked down at her. "Though I know the answer but still...I want to hear...Have you missed me?" He questioned next only to see her looking away on other side, biting her lower lip. She was feeling caught and embarrassed. Arjun enjoyed her hesitation for a moment before warning "Don't do that" making her alert. She looked back at him with nervousness but that blaze in his eyes was enough to tell her what his words couldn't say further. "I...I should go..." She said once again while wetting her dry lips just to see him holding her back and pulling closer than ever. "Stay..." One word and she stopped her moments to gaze back at him. "I have the right to hold you...right?" The softness and cravenness in his voice made her defenseless. "You have" she replied in a hypnotized way, making him smile. Moving forward, he kissed her temple before whispering "Good night Arohi...Sleep now" and closed his eyes while taking the earlier position. But how could she sleep when his handsome face was just on the distance of an inch. Her fingers were etching to trace the shape of his face. Just yesterday, she had told him that he has all the rights over him but never in her dreams, had she thought he will claim them this way. "Close your eyes" He whispered again, making her smile while she obeyed. Hearing his deep sleeping sound along with rain which was now pouring at its best, she fell into a peaceful sleep. The sun rising from the east hid himself behind the clouds which were raining on and off after small intervals, just to not let the love birds get disturbed by his rays.
The day was particularly turning out more bright and shiny than the night. The freshness was so enticing. A perfect day to paint. Arohi thought and taking out a plain new canvas, started to sketch her imagination. She has particularly limited her art into the spare bedroom below which wasn't in use of anyone. She remembered one day, asking Arjun if she can use the room just to hear him say. "Of course, this is YOURS house Arohi...Do whatever you like...any changes you want to make...I don't have any objections" He had stressed on his words while holding her arms, letting her know that she has the authority. Planning to paint the urban life of country, Arohi started sketching an empty bricked street surrounding with different colorful buildings before drawing the girl standing in the middle with her back.
"Arohi Arohi ..." Rashi barged into the room, looking quite in hurry. "I need your help" Arohi turned around with a raised brow, letting Rashi take a look of her art. "Beautiful work" she complimented before holding her hand and pulling her out towards the stairs. "Rashi...What is it?" She inquired. "I want you to try these two dresses that I have to deliver to one of my customer right in the morning...he is going out for honeymoon to Europe...Usually he shops for his own clothing but this is the first time, he placed an order for two dresses that he want to gift his wife while being on honeymoon. And above all, he even doesn't know the measurements" Rashi looked incredulous just at that thought. "Then, how can you get them ready?" Arohi inquired still getting led by her. "Oh she visited my store just few days back to help him shopping...Now the story is that while on her visit, she liked these two dresses particularly but didn't buy, saying she has plenty of new dresses that she has gotten in marriage but now the husband want to gift her just the same...""Awee...so sweet" "Don't awe...stupid man...asked me that being a designer I should have gotten an idea of her size...which for your information looked particularly in between S and M. And he wants them to be perfect...so please try them for me...I suddenly realized that your body and height is quiet similar to her" She buttered up Arohi while entering her room. "Hmm...ok" Hesitantly, Arohi agreed but as soon as Rashi took hold of the dresses that were placed on her bed a second earlier, Arohi's eyes widened and she shook her head. "No...I can't wear them...these...these are too short..." She took hold of dress to examine and the next thing, her jaw dropped, literally. "And...and it's backless". "So what do you think he will gift her on honeymoon..." Rashi winked teasingly but Arohi stood aghast. "No...I...I just can't wear it" She repeated. "Please Arohi...see no one is at home right now...Shaina is taking a nap...it's just me...just wear these two for two minutes so I can get them delivered first thing in the morning and can took care of any alternations tonight itself...Please..." She pleaded. Arohi relented for a moment but give in after seeing Rashi almost begging look. "Ok..." "Ok...
*Rashi gave a bright smile hearing it and held her hands* Great...I am outside waiting...just knock when you are done wearing one" Rashi said before making her way out quickly. Arohi took a deep breath before she started to undress her kurti to wear the mint colored dress.

The fabric felt too smooth against her skin as it slipped down and wrapped her torso completely leaving her back bare. After zipping up, she had an examining look of herself a look in mirror, Arohi peeked out the door just to see Rashi getting in with an excited look, but one look she had on her leggings clad bottom, made her frown. "Put them off..." She asked pointing. "Rashi..." "No...I want to have a proper look of my dress...do it now...Please yaar...no one is gonna look beside me" ..Sighing, Arohi went into bathroom to put off her leggings. As she came out, Rashi was all smiles. "Now that's like my super sexy model..." She commented making Arohi more nervous. Getting at the back, Rashi parted her hairs, making them fall on both sides of her front before tying the elegant knot of ribbon on her back. "This one is perfect...Now try the other one" She prompted before turning out on her heels. Arohi took hold of the other dress but before changing, she gave herself a precise look from top to bottom, front to back and gave a sly smile. She definitely was looking good. Never had she eyed her very own legs in this manner. Chuckling at her own thoughts, she turned around and undressed to wear the second lace blue dress which was a bit more exposing than the earlier one.
"Wow...that's an awesome one...I am suddenly so proud of my own creations" Rashi said from behind while Arohi was still busy in zipping up the dress. "Rashi" She whined but ignoring, she came forward and helped her with the zip before turning her around and giving a detailed look. "If you wouldn't have been my Bhabhi...I would have pursued you to be a model for my line" Arohi just blushed while tucking her hairs behind. "If you are done, can I change" She changed the topic. "Yes...you can...thank fully, I don't have to do anything other than nicely wrapping it up and phewww..." She smiled and kissed her cheek. "Thank you..." She made a leeway to leave the room when her mobile started to ring. She put it up just to hear that an angry bride was waiting for her to drop off her wedding lehnga. "Oh God! It's still not delivered...I am coming...yeah don't worry...I am on my way" Rashi quickly comforted the bride while running down the stairs.
God save her business.Arohi just closed the door behind her and moved towards the bed but something about the dress made her turn back to mirror. It was for the first time, she was wearing something like this. Though earlier, she had worn that slit dress in the charity function but it was still, a bit easier for her to wear than these short length dresses which are exposing the whole length of her legs. But then, she was in her ownself feeling as what they call it
*Sexy*. She pushed forward her hairs on a shoulder while looking at her bare back. Winking at her own self in the mirror, a girly laughed escaped her throat before...The door flew open...
"Rashi...I need to discuss something..."Arjun entered the room busily looking at his mobile, but one look up and he was literally...
speechless.
Next:
Honton ki Arzi Aise Thukrao Na
Sanson ki Marzi ko Jhutlao Na
Chu lo na...Chu lo na
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Edited by ..oneOone.. - 9 years ago