I don't ever tell you how I really feel
'Cause I can't find the words to say what I mean
And nothing's ever easy
That's what they say
I know I'm not your only
But I'll still be a fool
'Cause I'm a fool for you
Finally it was the day of the ball. Also Khushi and Adin's birthday. Gupta mansion could only be described in one word. Chaos
There were a ton lot of reporters with their cameras waiting patiently at the gate for a single glimpse of the birthday boy and girl. They would do this every year since the announcement of Garima's pregnancy was made. So it was a regular affair in the Gupta house.
Khushi was at the verge of a mental breakdown. Everyone around her were fussing about today's schedule and the final preparation of the ball. She was stuck between 3 of India's best stylists who poked and probed Khushi, discussing her outfit and makeup as if she was some mannequin ready to be dressed. It was disturbing at many levels.
Adin was having the best time at Khushi's expanse. Laughing every now then seeing the cringe that would crawl over khushi's face as one of the make artist would pick up a stand of hair.
One of them even sniffed her hair! That was the weirdest thing that had happened to her, ever. You certainly don't sniff anybody's hair!
"Adin, stop bothering your sister and go get ready!" Garima reprimanded him with a light smack to his head.
"Yes ma'am." He grumbled with a sheepish look.
Adin had been waiting for this very day since he got to know the perks of being 18. He would be legal. To do a lot of things. *not that you pervs*
----
After an afternoon full of grooming and pampering, the birthday duo were ready to make their grand entrance.
Adin was sure to make some girls swoon with his crisp black suit and a white undershirt. He had the looks to kill tonight. Add his boyish smile to that and you get yourself a serial killer!
While Adin was set for the kill, Khushi was super nervous about her dress. She had never worn something like that. Sure, a few long dresses but none this revealing. The dress was sandy with shades of bronzes and has an embodied bodice. It was strapless and showcased her long neck and sleek shoulders. It was very pretty but she was still nervous.
The hotel was in a frenzy. With all the important people from around the country coming to give the birthday duo their blessings, the media was having a field day.
The hall was beautifully decorated giving all the right vibes of the ball.
Al the guests were dressed like royalty blending in the theme of the ball. The whole ambience was beautiful and everybody was beyond exited for the party to start.
Everybody except for one. Arnav.
Dressed In a sleek blue suit with white undershirt and a bow tie, he was a sight to behold. Everyone around him were practically blinded by his good looks. But Arnav was far from noticing. He was bored out of his mind and wanted to leave this party and drive back. But he was on a mission. And he wouldn't leave before her completed it.
A sudden hush fell upon the crowd just as the lights dimmed a little. A spotlight was thrown towards the entrance of the hall.
And in walked a stunning pair hand-in-hand. They weren't planning on holding hands but Khushi was so nervous that her hands were shaking so Adin offered to hold them in reassurance.
Awed gasps were heard all around the crowd as they gazed upon the beautiful birthday pair.
Arnav was no less. He was smitten. By Khushi, obviously. Not Adin, he doesn't swing that way.
He couldn't pick a flaw in her. She was stunning and gorgeous. And he knew now for sure that he HAD to do what he had come for. Or he would be disappointing the most important person in his life.
Khushi and Adin were going around people and accepting their wishes with a warm smile. The ball was a huge success and Khushi couldn't have been happier.
The announcement of their hotel was scheduled sometime later along with the cake.
"Kids come. Let me introduce you to the Raizadas." Shashi said happily.
Adin grabbed Khushi's hand and squeezed it tightly in order to control his anger. He still wasn't over the fact that Arnav had bullied his sister.
Shashi led them to the Raizadas where Garima was already stalking with a beautiful lady, Mia.
"Oh kids! You look lovely. Im so glad you liked the dress, Khushi." Mia said smilingly.
"Thank you for the dress Mrs. Raizada. It is very beautiful." Khushi said warmly trying to avoid the intense stare from a certain bad boy.
"Adin, Khushi, meet Arnav. Mr. and Mrs, Raizada's son." Too late.
"Hello." Adin said stiffly and Khushi just gave a tight lipped smile.
"Hey!" Arnav replied to Adin but was still looking towards Khushi.
It was starting to make her uncomfortable.
"Mr. Gupta, do you mind if I borrow you daughter for a dance." Arnav asked smoothly causing Khushi to choke on dry air.
"I do." Adin intervened angrily. At no cost was he leaving his sister along with is abuser.
"Oh Adin, It's no problem. Arnav, you have my permission." Shashi said warmly to Arnav and giving a reprimanding look to Adin.
Khushi slightly shook her head towards Adin, asking him to let it go. She wasn't ready to let her parents know about what happened at the school.
Adin huffed defeated and excused himself to be distracted from punching a certain jerk's face.
Arnav curtsied and offered his hand to Khushi for the dance. Khushi unwillingly gave her consent.
He led her to the middle of the dance floor where already a lot of people were dancing on a slow song. How clich!
Arnav draped one hand across a waist and with the other he held her palm. His touch caused a shiver to run through her snipe. They stood there awkwardly for a few seconds until khushi hesitantly put her hand across his shoulders and let him sway her to the beats.
"You look beautiful." Arnav whispered lowly in her ears causing her heartbeats to increase ten times more.
"Thank you!" It came out more breathless than intended. Damn!
Arnav smirked in reply, knowing the effect he had on this girl. He remembered his reason to come here and took a deep breath.
"I had something to tell you." He said before bringing her down in a graceful dip.
"what?" Khushi said winded. She wan't expecting that dip.
Arnav slammed her petite body against his chest and brought their faces nose to nose. A little more close and they would be kissing.
Khushi's heartbeat was over the roof now. She was sure everybody in the hall could hear it.
"I'm sorry." Arnav said in a husky voice. But lookin into his eyes she could tell that he meant it.
"I'm sorry for doing that to you. You didn't deserve it. I was not in my senses and I acted out. Please forgive me." He said it so sincerely that she wanted to cry.
"I forgive you." Her words were out of her mouth on its own accord.
"Thank you." Arnav smiled and leaned in to kiss her. But at the last moment turned his face and pecked her cheek.
Khushi's breath hitched in her throat and she was sure heart stopped beating.
The bad boy had apologized and the Good girl had forgiven. Heaven can't help them now!
Health and Fitness
12