TheWorld'sOldestStory!!#14 Chp114-pg-144; 22/09/13 - Page 39

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THE MORNING AFTER...

She opened her eyes for a fraction of a second.. Then quickly shut them and continued to pretend she was sleeping like she had been for the last fifteen minutes.. She didn't feel like getting up.. Partly coz she loved being where she was right now, ensconced in the warmth of Armaan's arms.. And partly coz she didn't know how to face him once she was up.. She felt she'd die of embarrassment.. She knew it was stupid to feel embarrassed after all that happened between them last night.. But she couldn't help it.. She didn't know how to behave with him this morning.. Didn't know how he would behave with her.. Thankfully he was still asleep.. She could feel his warm steady breath on her nape where he had rested his head on the back of her shoulder.. His bare chest which was aligned inch for inch with her back rose and fell steadily against her skin.. She could feel the heat radiate off her cheeks as awareness sizzled through her.. As she took in a sharp breath, she hoped it wouldn't wake him up.. But just as she thought that, she felt his thumb caress her lightly across her navel where his hand lay splayed on her belly, holding her securely from behind.. Her heart beat increased, as did her breathing.. But she heaved a sigh of relief when he continued to lay still for a long time after that.. Just when she had started to thank her luck, she felt his leg tighten its grip where it was wrapped around both hers.. And before she had the time to react to that, she felt his lips on her back, curved into what she was sure was a naughty smile!

He was tempted! So royally tempted!! He had woken up to realize that Riddhima was lying in his arms, her back bare to his chest, as he held her around her waist with one arm and around both her legs with one of his.. All he wanted to do then was wrap himself tighter around her and bury his face in her hair.. Or just drive her insane with his caresses.. Like he had last night.. He suppressed his naughty smile at that thought.. Lest she realize he was up.. He knew she was up for sure.. And he also knew that if she found out he was awake she would run away from him.. He was sure that even after last night, she would feel embarrassed or something about it today.. He just hoped however that none of it would be regret.. And if it was, he didn't want to know.. Not so soon.. So he continued to pretend to sleep.. But when he felt her heart race and her breath shorten, he just couldn't help but react.. He grazed his thumb across her navel lightly and the reaction he got was instantaneous and highly exothermic.. He could feel the heat radiating off her even as she continued to pretend that she was asleep.. He knew she didn't regret it then.. She just couldn't get enough.. And he definitely wanted more.. So he gave up the pretence, giving into his temptation as he pulled her tighter into him and buried his face into her soft skin.. When he felt her fingers hold his tight on her waist, he couldn't help but smile that naughty smile..

"Armaan.."

She whispered his name almost inaudibly, struggling to turn around in his hold when she felt him trace her shoulder with the tip of his nose while his soft kisses on her back had her stomach jolt one time to many.. But she was surprised when he let her turn around without much resistance.. And it didn't take long for her realize why he was being so cooperative.. One look at that evil grin and the mischievous glint in his eye was enough to drive home the point.. But as much as she was dreading the teasing to begin, she couldn't help but smile, shying her eyes away from his as color flooded her cheeks.. And it only deepened a shade when she heard him sigh his trademark "Oye hoye.."

Armaan smiled as he watched Riddhima turn the darkest shade of red possible for a human being.. Without applying external paint that is.. And she looked so beautiful.. She always did.. But this morning, she looked more beautiful than she ever had.. And just like he had expected, she was extremely embarrassed about whatever had transpired between them last night. He caressed her cheeks with his knuckles.. She was so soft.. When he reached her chin, he continued to trace the tip of his finger down her throat, then grazing the back of his hand on the curve of her breast he watched color flood her skin every place he touched.. He was tempted to get a taste of that soft beautiful skin. But he also knew he wouldn't be able to stop himself once he started. First he had to make sure Riddhima was okay with whatever had happened. And though her shy smile was a give away, he wanted to look into her eyes and make sure there wasn't a trace of regret.

"Basket.. Look at me.."

He whispered his request, caressing her cheek with the back of his hand. But she obviously wouldn't pay heed to his request at the first attempt. He watched her shut her eyes even tighter as her hand clutched tight onto his arm, her nails digging into his skin. He could feel her tense up under him. And he didn't like that one bit. Slowly he lowered himself over her, eliminating the little distance he had created between them and made his request again..

"Please Basket.. Ek baar meri taraf dekho.."

Riddhima just couldn't bring herself to look into Armaan's eyes. She didn't understand what the need was. She was perfectly comfortable not looking at him. The fact that she was lying half naked in bed with him had just hammered its way down her conscience. And it obviously embarrassed her. Last night, in the mad rush of desire, she had not realized what she had been doing, or what he had been doing to her. And the thought of her waking up with him like this had not even crossed her mind. But now as he lay on top of her, the awareness of his skin touching hers finally drove home the implication of what had happened, what was happening and what would definitely follow. She didn't know what she was dreading more.. The fact that he'd want to continue this and take it up a level. Or the fact that he'd leave no stone unturned in teasing her about it.. Specially since she had been the one to kiss him first. She had been the one to even suggest this whole idea to him in the first place. God! This was beyond embarrassing. But still, no amount of this embarrassment could wipe that smile off her face. She was sure she wouldn't have liked to change anything about last night. Including the tension et.al. But she hoped she could somehow just disappear from the spot and not have to face Armaan at least till she was fully clothed! But she knew that wasn't going to happen. She would have to endure every bit of that embarrassment.. Tolerate every bit of that teasing.. And still.. She couldn't help but smile..

"Please.."

She felt his breath on her lips as she heard him plead again and she couldn't deny his request anymore. Very very reluctantly, almost as if it was killing her to do it, she opened her eyes to look into a pair of blue ones. And that's when she forgot all about her embarrassment. Coz his eyes were so beautiful, she wanted to drown in them. And they were so close to her right now, that it actually seemed like a feasible thing to do.

"I love you Basket"

She wasn't sure but she thought she felt his heart skip a beat as he uttered those words. And it made her feel like the luckiest person in the world to be lying here in his arms, looking into those beautiful blue-brown orbs full of love.

"I love you too Armaan.."

She whispered in response, caressing his face softly, trying to make sure he was for real.

Armaan closed his eyes and leaned into her palm, taking in her love. Then leaned in and took her in a soft gentle kiss, relieved that she wasn't sorry about last night, happy that she was happy.

And before either of them realized that relief turned into steaming passion that would probably have the global warming activists rallying for a ban on kissing where Armaan and Riddhima were concerned. But Armaan and Riddhima were definitely not concerned about anything else but each other at the moment.

"Wow!!"

Armaan exclaimed breathlessly, letting go of Riddhima's lips for lack of oxygen, as he rested his forehead against hers. But Riddhima turned her face away, shying at his blatant remark. Armaan just buried his face in her hair, nuzzling the crook of her neck. She smelt too good for him to let go already. But when he started placing kisses on her collar, she couldn't stand being shut anymore. She had to get out of bed. But she couldn't unless Armaan got out of bed first. For obvious reasons! But she was sure Armaan would make it difficult for her if he realized her discomfort. So she had to do it as subtly as possible. It was going to be a challenge just getting out of bed without being teased too much by Armaan. Though that seemed to be mission impossible at the moment. But she had to start somewhere.

"Armaan we should get up. Sanjeevni ke liye late ho jayega.."

She spoke softly, her voice barely audible.

Armaan however, ignored her completely and continued with his task at hand. He kissed her down her throat and continued to trail his lips further below. But when he started to enter the danger zone, Riddhima's heart beat rose, sounding an alarm of sorts, making her clutch his hair and stop him from going further.

"Armaan.."

She groaned in a shy complaint of sorts, but she just couldn't stop her smile.

Armaan grinned at her reaction, rearing up his face to watch her bush. He wouldn't miss watching her blush for the world. Oh it was going to be so much fun teasing and irritating her.

"Armaan we should get up.."

She said again, this time louder, hoping he'd pay heed to her request.

But Armaan was well aware of why her slogan for this morning was 'Armaan we should get up' instead of 'Armaan let me get up'. And he was definitely not going to let her get out of bed so easily. His evil mind was already planning mishciefs she wouldn't even imagine of. So when she started the 'Armaan we should get up' dialogue again, he blatantly refused.

"No we shouldn't!"

"Armaan!"

She exclaimed in protest. But Armaan paid no heed.

"What Armaan.. We're not getting up or going anywhere.. Sanjeevni se bhi leave le lete hain aaj.."

He told her bluntly, enjoying the shocked expression on her face as she looked at him like he'd gone mad.

"Armaan tum pagal ho gaye ho kya.. I can't take leave.. Tum utho.. Please.."

She told him seriously, worried about how her plan had started failing right from the start.

But Armaan had different plans. And he wasn't about to back off.

"Nahi! Bilkul nahi.. I'm not getting up.. And neither are you.."

He declared stubbornly. Then leaned into her ear and whispered huskily, "I'm planning to keep you in bed all day Basket.."

"Armaan!!"

Riddhima exclaimed in shocked embarrassment at Armaan's suggestions. She was definitely going to die of embarrassment. But she didn't know this was just the beginning. There was more to come.

Armaan, who was thoroughly enjoying her embarrassment, grinned at her reaction as he continued, "Arre what Armaan! Ek toh you made me wait so long for this.. I deserve it!"

"Armaan shut up!"

She blushed crimson even as she scowled at his shamelessness. Armaan however was thoroughly enjoying her reactions.

"Why! Why should I shut up.. I kept my mouth shut when you made that stupid keep distance rule. Now I'm not going to shut up!"

"Armaan please! Main jaanti hoon tum yeh sab jaan bhoojkar mujhe tang karne ke liye kar rahe ho.. But seriously ab late ho raha hai.. And it's not even funny anymore.. Please utho na.."

Riddhima tried to control her embarrassment as she tried to reason with him rationally. But today, Armaan was the farthest end of irrational possible.

"Naah.. I don't feel like getting up.. I like it here.."

He said, winking at her naughtily as he buried his face under her chin. But Riddhima lost her patience this time.

"Armaan!! Please.."

When Armaan realized he had pushed her to the end of her limit he decided to change his course of action.

"Fine! Tum utho.. I'll sleep some more.. I didn't get much sleep last night you know.."

He told her, almost complaining, as he rolled off her, but not before winking at her.

Riddhima's scowl deepened at his suggestion.

"Armaan!"

She knew exactly why he was doing this.

But Armaan continued with his pretense.

"Arre ab kya problem hai.. Mujhe nahi uthna hai.. Tumhe uthna hai toh uth sakti ho.. I don't have a problem.."

He said it as coolly as he could, but couldn't keep the naughty teasing tone under control. And Riddhima had had enough of it. Now she had to stop being embarrassed and start with the glaring! Bohot ho gaya! That was the only way she was going to save herself from his teasing.

"But I do have a problem Armaan Mallik! You're going to get up first.. That's it.."

She ordered with a finality in her tone.

"Arre ajeeb zabardasti hai.."

Armaan pretended to wonder aloud as he brushed her hair out of her eyes. And that gesture instantly brought the blush back onto Riddhima's cheeks. She felt a little thrown off by his seemingly innocent touch. Unable to hold the glare, she frowned a little, then got down to pleading with him.

"Armaan please!"

But Armaan just wouldn't let her off the hook as he continued to argue.

"Accha at least tell me why it is so important for me to get up first.."

Riddhima looked away from him as he asked that question. She knew the loser was troubling her on purpose. And in spite of that she was getting troubled. But now he had really started to get on her nerves.

"Armaan please.. Just get up already.."

"No I won't.. Let me sleep!"

He bluntly refused, sneaking his arms back around her waist as he hugged her, placing a naughty kiss on her shoulder. And that was the last straw for Riddhima.

"Armaan Mallik! Ab bohot ho gaya.. Please stop troubling me.."

She said through clenched teeth as she tried to push him away from her in vain.

"Where am I troubling you.. You're the one who's troubling me.. You're not letting me sleep! Ek toh raat ko bhi sone nahi diya.. Pata nahi kya kya kar rahi thi mere saath!"

Armaan teased her blatantly making her mouth open wide in scandal.

"Haww!! Amraan!! Ab maar khaoge tum.. Just shut your shameless mouth and get out of bed.."

"And what if I don't!"

He challenged, placing another naughty kiss, this time on her earlobe.

"Armaan pleeease.."

Riddhima squirmed in his hold, pleading as she shut her eyes half in frustration and half in embarrassment as he continued to grin his naughty grin.

"Okay.. I'll get out of bed on one condition.."

He offered, kissing her cheek as he did.

Riddhima's eyes flew open at his offer, and without thinking twice she replied, "Whatever it is I agree.."

"Great! Then why are we wasting time.. Lets get started.."

"Arm.."

Before she could say anything to that, she was cut off by him, as he leaned in and pressed his lips into hers.. And Riddhima got caught in the kiss even before the thought of pushing him away flit across her mind. As she responded to his gentle probing lips she had to admit to herself that she never had a chance to begin with.. And by the time he was finished with her, she was so into the moment, that she moaned in protest when he pulled out of the kiss. He silently sniggered at her expressions, but straightened his face when he saw her open her eyes in confusion.

"Basket! Yeh kya chal raha hai.. We're getting late for Sanjeevni.. We should get up.."

Riddhima's mouth opened in shock as she heard Armaan reprimand her. W*F!! He was using her lines back at her!

Armaan grinned at her expression, placed another naughty kiss on her shoulder and finally got out of bed. And his grin only widened when he saw her disappear under the blanket as she pulled it over her head in embarrassment. And that naughty grin didn't leave his face as he pulled over a t-shirt and disappeared into the washroom.

Riddhima sneaked a peek out of her hiding the moment she heard the washroom door click. God! Was this the most embarrassing morning of her life or what! She winced as she recollected Armaan's shameless words.. Why were boys so shameless! And why did they like to embarrass girls. But she didn't have time to ponder on this matter right now. She had to put on her clothes and look presentable before Armaan got out of the washroom! She had to hurry!

Armaan stepped out of the washroom to see Riddhima sitting up in bed, holding the blanket to her chest, her mussed up hair falling on her bare shoulders, a few of the strands kissing her cheeks. She looked so good.. So tempting.. She was what fantasies were made of. He wished he could just forget everything else and get back in bed with her right now. But then he realized she was frowning about something, as she felt around the bed. And he grinned his evil grin as he realized he knew exactly what she was looking for! Just the thought of troubling her was enough to put all other thoughts in the background. Coz when it came down to teasing her, everything else took a back seat. He tried to control his grin at that thought as he made his way towards her.

"Basket! What you looking for?"

Riddhima jumped, startled by his voice as she held back onto the blanket that she had almost let go off for a moment in fear.

"Kucch.. Kucch nahi.."

She stammered as she blushed a deep crimson at finding him looking at her the way he was. And what was worse was he was asking her about what she was looking for. Like he had not embarrassed her enough already!

"Bolo na Basket.. Maybe I could help you find it.."

Armaan offered, trying hard to keep the teasing out of his tone. Luckily Riddhima didn't notice.

"No thanks Armaan.. Main khud dhoond lungi.."

She answered without looking at him, trying to hide her embarrassment as best as she could.

"Are you sure Basket!"

He asked again..

"Yes I'm sure Armaan!"

She answered back as she tried to control her temper, exasperated by his nosy self. Wasn't it embarrassing enough that she couldn't find an essential piece of her clothing without him wanting to help her find it! Wasn't it enough that he was responsible for it going missing in the first place!

"Are you sure you're not looking for this Basket?"

Riddhima barely threw a glance at Armaan as she heard him and continued her search. But when she realized what she had seen, she did a double take and her mouth opened wide in shock.. Dangling from his hand by its lacy black straps was exactly what she had been looking for!!!

"Armaan!!! What are you doing with my.."

But she just couldn't say it out loud.

"With your?"

Armaan promptly asked, adding to her embarrassment as he wiggled his brows naughtily at her.

Riddhima blushed a darker shade of red, if that was even possible, still glaring at him defiantly.

"Armaan! Tum pagal ho gaye ho.. Give it back to me!"

"Sorry Basket.. I'm afraid I can't do that!"

Armaan replied coolly, as he balled it up and stuffed it in the pocket of his track pants.

"What! Armaan please.. Bohot ho gaya mazaak.. Give it back to me.."

"Naah.. I found it.. So I keep it.."

He declared childishly, patting on his pocket as if to ensure it was safe. And if that was not enough, he gave her a naughty wink too. And he obviously could not stop grinning..

"Armaan yeh kaisa behuda mazaak hai.. Give it back to me.."

It was difficult to tell if Riddhima was red due to embarrassment or due to the insurmountable anger that Armaan was evoking within her! But Armaan was just enjoying this too much to give it up.

"No way Basket.. I've earned it! This is the first time I've taken it off you.."

"So! You want to keep it as a souvenir or trophy of some kind!"

Riddhima asked, as scandalized as she was mad at his ridiculous logic..

"Yeah! Something like that!"

He answered back coolly, not a trace of embarrassment in his voice.

But Riddhima had had it now.

"Armaan stop being disgusting and just give it back to me!"

She demanded angrily through clenched teeth. She wanted to go strangle him right now!! Only if she had a little more clothes on herself!! Arrgh!!

And Armaan took full advantage of the fact as he simply refused to relent.

"Naah!"

So Riddhima tried pleading.. As much as it killed her to do so..

"Armaan please.. This one's my favorite.."

But that only made Armaan grin wider.

"Really? What a coincidence.. It's my favorite too!"

He said, giving her another naughty wink.

Riddhima thought she would start crying any moment if Armaan didn't stop with the teasing now. She was so so so mad at him! Why did he like to tease her so much!! Couldn't he just be a little sensitive for a change! This was so unfair!!

"Armaan just shut up and give it back to me.."

She demanded, her voice shaking a little as she gave him the deadliest of her glares.

But Armaan just refused point blank.

"You'll just have to take it back yourself Basket.. Coz I'm definitely not giving it to you!"

He declared coolly, blowing her a kiss as he walked out of the room, grinning to himself. Oh he was having the time of his life!

Riddhima was just left sitting on the bed, screaming curses at him as he left,

"Armaan!! You asshole.. You moron!! Loser!! Arrggh!!!!!!!"

After a little more screaming and growling Riddhima finally realized she was left alone in the room and that she should take advantage of that fact to put on some clothes. She would definitely be in a better position to get back her.. 'item'.. from him if she was fully clothed. Tiptoeing to the door with the blanket dragging behind her as she still clutched it to her chest, she managed to lock the door shut so she could change without any interruptions. Then she put on her shirt and denims from last night as quick as she could and proceeded to fix her hair which she was sure was in a terrible mess. All this while her mind was making plans to retrieve her stolen property without making too much of a fool of herself. Not like she had not already embarrassed herself to death. She shouldn't bother and be shameless about it now. But damn she couldn't stop blushing. And no she couldn't be that shameless!! As she rummaged for her comb in her bag something fell out and down on the floor. She picked it up to realize it was her anniversary gift for Armaan. She had totally forgotten about it! She was supposed to give it to him last night. But then she had forgotten about it completely between all the tension and everything else that happened. To think of it, both of them had completely forgotten about the anniversary in all that had kept them occupied last night. But it didn't matter. This anniversary had already become memorable coz of last night. She smiled her beautiful smile even as she blushed again as the memories from last night flashed in her mind. She would never forget these moments ever. Just like she would never forget all the times, good and bad, that she had spent with him in this one year. And she was looking forward to making more such uncountable memories with him. That's what this gift meant to her. She just hoped he liked it too! She couldn't wait to give it to him now! She didn't care how mad she was at him. She didn't care how embarrassed she was. At this moment all she wanted to do was give him a tight hug, tell him how much she loved him and relive all the beautiful times they've shared in this one year.

On the other hand, in the kitchen, Armaan was whistling away happily as he made coffee for Riddhima and himself. The word 'anniversary' was not even to be found in the deepest darkest corners of his mind. All he could think of was last night and today morning. He still couldn't believe his luck! What had happened last night between him and Riddhima was amazing. And the morning after was even better. He just couldn't stop grinning about it. What the poor guy didn't know was that he had just run out of luck.. Didn't know his grinning days were over. Didn't know he was just a few seconds away from meeting his doom!

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