Khushi stood looking over the bubbling pot as the fragrant dal left its beautiful aroma. She picked up a small spoon to scoop some out before taking it to Arnav, who was expertly chopping the vegetables.
"Taste this na" she said as Arnav looked over his shoulder and let Khushi feed him. His mouth lifted in a smile "It's good, but little bit more salt I think" he said as Khushi scowled at him "No! Less salt is better for di" she said as Arnav stopped chopping and turned back to face her with a sigh
"Khushi, I know you are worried for di's pregnancy, but we've also invited Akash and Payal; don't you think you should be a bit more generous for them?" he asked as Khushi bit her lip, making Arnav groan
"Don't bite your lips Khushi!! If we were not cooking this meal together then..." he started saying when Khushi stepped back from him and went back to her side "Ya ya, you have already said it many times...thoda toh control rakho Arnav!" she said giggling, as Arnav gave her a stern look
"Ok baba, I'll keep some aside for di and put more spices and salt in the rest" she said as Arnav shook his head "Don't be surprised if di doesn't eat the stuff you've kept aside and instead only wants the spicy version" he said as Khushi's bit her lips again, adding to Arnav's annoyance
"But I'm only doing it for her well being" she said in a low voice, that made Arnav sigh and stop doing his work. He went and pulled Khushi into his arms as she looked up with troubled eyes
"Khushi this is not the first time she is pregnant you know. She knows what's good for her and what isn't. You just cook like you would for anyone! It will be perfect that way" he said as Khushi nodded slowly
"You are right, di knows what to do in pregnancy. It is I who doesn't know anything. I'm just worrying for nothing" she said as Arnav smirked and pulled her closer still, his breath warm over her lips "I'll tell di to train you when you become pregnant" he said in a husky voice, his own heart beating fast at that picture...Khushi pregnant and glowing.
Khushi blushed hard and pushed him away in shyness "Bas, now go back to your work. How will we finish cooking in time if you keep disturbing me" she said as Arnav chuckled "Off course, I'm disturbing you! Do you know how difficult it is to stand here while you are standing in front of me in that!" he said as Khuhsi looked down innocently
She was wearing a very large t-shirt of Arnav's which reached her knees; she didn't want her clothes to smell of spices and tadka when the rest came over, so she opted to wear Arnav's t-shirt instead that was large enough to engulf her entire frame.
"Hmph...that's why I said...control chef!...now let's get on with this...chop chop!" she giggled as Arnav shook his head at her and went back to work. Better get this over and done with, so that she goes back to wearing sensible clothes.
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"Arre wah! I can smell ghar ka khana" Anjali said walking into the house an hour later as Khushi opened the door for her; though now dressed in her usual clothes
"Arnav has made all your favorite dishes di" she said as Anjali smiled and nodded "Yes, he knows exactly what I like, but I hope I get to taste something made by you also Khushi" she said as both ladies went to sit in the living room
"We've cooked together, so the taste might be slightly different" she said as Anjali giggled "Then I can't wait to try the food. Where is my brother by the way?" she said glancing around
"He's in the shower, should be out in a minute" Khushi said, as Anjali nodded "No problem, I'm just going to go and freshen up, then join you both in a bit" she said as Khushi nodded and got up to set the table, but stopped midway as she heard Arnav calling out her name
She quickly made her way into his bedroom, still slightly hesitant despite being intimate with him so many times "You called Arnav?" she asked as she heard his voice from the bathroom "Yes, can you pass me the towel? I forgot to bring it in" he said as Khushi saw the dark blue towel lying on the table
Picking it up, she knocked on the bathroom door, only to be pulled inside by Arnav who was grinning at her, a towel already loosely wound around his lower half "Arnav! What are you...?" Khushi said trying to keep her eyes on his face, fighting hard to curb the desire racing through her as she watched the play of muscles on his toned body
Arnav smirked as Khushi tried to avoid looking anywhere below his face "What's wrong Khushi? Are you feeling shy?" he asked coming closer to her, as she stepped back and plastered herself to the cool marble counter behind her
"Why would I be shy? I'm only saying that..." she started saying as Arnav's hand went to his towel, making Khushi's eyes go wide "What are you doing? Don't take it off.." she spluttered as Arnav burst out laughing
"I'm not taking it off, I'm tightening it cause it's gotten loose due to..." he said raising his eyebrows as Khushi blushed hard "Seriously Arnav...let me go" she said while trying to find a way around him, but her traitorous body would not move
"I don't think you want to go yet..' he said silkily as Khushi's heartbeat went up, the fun mood suddenly getting sensual and heated as Arnav placed his hands on the counter, caging her in
"And I won't let you go till..." he said as Khushi tried to breathe normally, she could feel sweat running down her spine and the familiar tightening of her stomach; something she had tried to keep under control all day
She closed her eyes as Arnav's breath fanned her cheeks, his lips hovering near her ears "till...?" she whispered as he caught the soft outer lobe of her ears in his teeth, making her clench her fists "Till I don't have my fill of you" he said before pulling her roughly to him
Khushi gasped as her hands landed on his bare chest, the muscles underneath solid against her dainty fingers. She watched Arnav's eyes darken, mirroring hers as his lips trailed a slow scorch of kisses along her long neck till her jaw and below.
She ran her fingers on the lightly matted chest to his broad shoulders, loving the feel of his damp skin. She once again closed her eyes and gave into the ecstasy of having Arnav worship her with his lips, her own opening up in a soft gasp as he bit her neck, making her moan in pleasure at the pain
She continued to run her hands over his back as he groaned against her, his stubble pricking the soft skin near her chin "Khushi..." he said huskily before finally capturing her parched lips in a hard kiss; a kiss full of longing and heated love for her, his desperation to be as close to her as possible, turning the kiss wild and unrestrained
Khushi whimpered as he plundered her mouth, her own eager tongue mating with his as his hands made quick work of divesting her of her t-shirt, his hands molding her lace covered breasts as Khushi pulled him closer still, wanting to be merged with him as her heart desired while he made her sit on the cool counter, stepping between her trembling legs
She threw her head back as they parted, only for his mouth to now travel across her chest, his hands still busy fondling her, as his hot tongue now laved over her hardened nubs, the pull of desire making Khushi's knees give away and hold onto Arnav, her legs winding around his waist as she pulled him in closer still
"Ummm..." Khushi moaned as Arnav's hands reached her bra hook, a quick flick enough for the offending garment to fall off her as Arnav watched her beautiful breasts proud and blushing in fascination, mesmerized by them, his lips pulling those rosy pebbled tips into his hungry mouth
Khushi felt exhilarated. She knew she should be shy in front of him, never having been this way with anyone, but with Arnav it felt all so natural. She was also aware of the effect she was having on him and the way her body was responding to him
The ache between her legs was too much to take as Arnav's arousal brushed against her, making her gasp in need. Her smoky eyes went to his as he held her close, his palms kneading her softness as their body's hummed in unfulfilled need
"Arnav...I want to...I...please" Khushi said trying to make sense of what her body wanted. She wasn't nave not to understand, but she was suddenly shy of what to ask of him. She lowered her eyes as Arnav held her chin, his hand cupping her jaw as she leaned into it
"Do you trust me Khushi?" he asked in a hoarse voice as she nodded slowly, her hands going around his neck as his hovered at her waist...she leaned into him as his hand slowly travelled from her navel to the top of her jeans...she bit her lips as he undid her button and slid his hand inside
"You're so ready..." he said as Khushi gasped feeling his fingers slowly circling that swollen bundle of nerves. She bit into his shoulder as he increased his pace, his own breath getting ragged as Khushi unconsciously moved against his fingers, increasing the friction that made her body go up in flames
"Khushi..." Arnav said as he pulled her face with his other hand and slammed his lips against her. He knew when she came gloriously as her body shuddered exquisitely in his arms. He eased away slowly as she continued to hold him, her eyes shining and lips smiling as she kissed him slowly, thanking him, wanting to show him how much it meant to her
"Arnav..." she said shyly, looking down as he stood in front of her holding in his own discomfort as his body sought release. Khushi realized his stillness as she saw him control his own desires for her, making her fall in love with him a little bit more
"Can I...um...help you in some way?" she asked as he shook his head and kissed her lightly on her forehead "No, this was only for you sweetheart. I'll be fine, just give me some time..." he said as she nodded and got off from the counter while Arnav helped her dress up quickly
"Uh..Khushi...you are ok right?" he asked uncertainly as she seemed quite lost, but to his relief she smiled, her happiness reflecting in her eyes "I'm great Arnav...truly I am...thank you" she said as he shook his head "Don't thank me just yet Khushi...I will take my dues.." he said with a wink as she blushed hard and quickly made her way out before he changed his mind to collect his dues right away.
Continued in Part B below
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