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Chapter 15

Aman slumped on the chair shocked and a tear escaped Arnav eyes as he listened to what the doctor said. They were on the verge of losing Anjali!

His dii!

Arnav was a self made man and he had faced a lot in life. He had lost his parents at an early age and his only support was his dii. Their nani had given them shelter and provided all the care and love she could so they wouldnt miss their parents. Anjali had always supported Arnav in tough times, when he needed love, courage, faith, confidence, care and everything that made Arnav what he was today.

She had always fed him even if it meant that she went to sleep hungry. She had fulfilled all the duties a mother would for her child even if she was just two years elder than him. She gave tuitions to other children so that she could send Arnav to a proper school and become a successful businessman. She had never asked for anything in return.

Arnav was blank. As in literally blank! He was about to lose his Anjali! His support for life and he could do nothing about it. There was nothing in his power to save her!

Then as if listening to his inner turmoil Khushi placed her hand on his shoulder and said "... I believe in devi maiyya. She has never let anyone who prays to her down. She listens to one and all. Just once pray from your heart and she will listen to you.."

Arnav immediately turned and hugged her. She was indeed his other half. She understood him so damn well. He didnt even say it and she knew what he was thinking.

Arnav bowed his head closing his eyes as fresh tears flew from his eyes. Aman, Arnav and Khushi stood there praying for their dear Anjalis life.

Khushi had not known Anjali for a long time but the little time she had spent with Anjali was long enough to make her realize what a gem of a person Anjali was, really pure and clean at heart. She gave love to one and all without any expectations in return.

Anjali had always displayed the affection like Payal did. She was just like Payal for Khushi and here she was in danger. Khushi did not want to lose a friend like Anjali at any cost. Khushi could clearly understand what Arnav and Aman were going through.

Aman had told Khushi once how much he loved Anjali and since when. He even told her how eager he was to marry her and how many ways he had thought of proposing her. He had so many dreams that he wanted to live along with Anjali and here he was sitting praying for her life.

Arnav on the other hand was a special case. Khushi knew that Anjali meant the world to him and he wont be able to live without her. He would die too!

It was almost half past four in the afternoon when nani and the others arrived. They came rushing to Arnav and nani asked him what the doctor said. From their faces it looked like they had not slept at all. How could they after what happened to Anjali. From the tika on their heads it was clearly shown that they had been praying all the while. Nani was on the verge of tears again.

Just then the doctor came.

"Good news! Its like a miracle that she is out of danger so soon..."

All of them sighed in relief and for the first time in so many hours they all smiled, rejoicing.

Today Arnav believed in god. For the first time he experienced the power of praying. Anjali had always prayed for him and he was always successful. Today he prayed for Anjali and she was safe.

His dii wouldnt leave him.

"Can we meet her?" asked Aman curiously.

"Not yet. After a hour all the tests will be over and we will bring her to the ward, then you all can meet her."

The doctor left and Arnav looked at Aman and Khushi. They had not changed or eaten anything since last night. He himself had not done the same.

He realized they had one hour before meeting Anjali and since nani, NK, Lavanya and Akaash were present they could get changed and eat before coming back to the hospital.

"Aman, Khushi I think we should go home and change out of these clothes and eat something. I will pick you up after an hour so we can come and meet Anjali."

"But..." Aman interrupted.

"No Aman bhai is right. You dont want Anjali to see you in such a state do you? " replied Akaash.

"Okay."

Arnav dropped all of them home and returned to Shantivan. As he sat on the table to eat after bathing he recalled the nights activities. The kiss, the accident, the blood donation, the support from Khushi as he thanked god once again for saving his diis life and pulling her out of danger.

*****

Khushi knocked on the door and Payal opened it for her. Payal immediately hugged Khushi already knowing what the problem was. Akaash had called and informed her. Khushi hugged Payal back and after a while. Garima was sitting on the sofa looking extremely worried and Buaji was praying loudly that Khushi be alright.

Amma Khushi said softly making both the ladies look up.

"Khushi bitiya! Garima got up immediately running to Khushi and hugging her. Where were you?"

"Amma my boss his sister fell down the stairs and she was critical..." Khushi felt like crying as she repeated the whole scenario to Garima and madhumati. Payal held Khushi by the shoulders knowingly.

"Bitiya you go and rest for a while. You must be tired." Garima told her.

"Jii.."

Khushi had a bath and laid down on the bed. Closing her eyes swiftly she remembered whatever happened.

The kiss!

She had let him kiss her. She couldn't make and attempt to stop him when she loved him so much. She cannot tell him about her marriage till Anjali gets well. She has to remain quiet and support him. He needs her more than anything now. She felt a little weak because she had not eaten anything since yesterday and she had donated two pines of blood to Anjali.

Khushi decided that she should go and eat something. As she went to kitchen Garima served her. Khushi was relieved that they were not talking about the marriage.

Garima had decided not to talk about the marriage because she knew Khushi was already mentally disturbed. She told madhumati to keep the topics light and not stress Khushi anymore. Afterall being a mother she was really concerned about her daughter and her well-being.

Khushi had the meal and went to get ready as it was just 10 minutes left before Arnav would come and pick her up.

Arnav came along with Aman as Khushi sat in front beside Arnav. Aman looked really pale and she could tell he had been crying again. He loved Anjali more than his life. Khushi decided she would speak to Arnav and tell him to and talk to Aman and console him.

As they reached the hospital the doctor said that Anjali had gained consciousness and they could meet her. Khushi noticed how Amans and Arnavs face lit up instantly and they practically ran to the ward.

Anjali was sitting up with much difficulty as she was being fed by the nurse. She managed a weak smile at them.

"Dii.." Arnav said.

"Areh why are you all so pale?" Anjali smiled. "Look I am fine people. "She tried to act strong.

"Baby I thought I lost you!" Aman admitted sitting beside Anjali as he took the bowl from the nurse and fed Anjali.

"I am fine. Really!"

"I can see that!" Arnav mocked. "Dii how could you be so careless? What if something had happened to you? What would I do? I was so damn scared." Arnav completed in one breath as he hugged Anjali who smiled.

"Chotey I was told that I needed blood. A lot of blood. who gave me the blood?" she enquired.

"Khushi.." he whispered.

"Khushiji I owe you my life..." Anjali smiled brightly.

"Nahi anjlaiji. It was my responsibility. Dosti ki hai nibhani toh padegi."

And they all sat near Anjali rejoicing the moment that she was alive indeed. Their happiness knew no bounds. La and NK postponed their engagement for a week. They wanted to postpone it for a month but Anjali had insisted that only one week would be fine.

*****

That week was a hectic week as Aman had taken a week off to be with Anjali in the hospital. Arnav had now a lot of work pressure plus he too took half day off to be with Anjali so Khushi too was stressed out with the amount of work she had to complete.

She did all the work willingly and she too went to meet Anjali from time to time.

After a week Anjali was discharged and brought home.

The preparations for the engagement started and everyone got busy again. Neither did Arnav get the time to propose and nor did Khushi get the time to tell him about her marriage. Lavanya was always taking Khushi around for shopping and NK was taking help from Arnav for the preparations to be perfect for his girl.

Somehow Arnav understood NK for the first time, maybe because Khushi made him realize how these little things mattered. Just thinking about her made him smile. He would cover up for the late proposal soon.

*****

It was Friday afternoon and finally the day for Las engagement had arrived. Khushi stood behind Lavanya as Lavanya was sitting on the stool in front of the mirror. Khushi was helping Lavanya in wearing the necklace. Lavanya couldnt help but notice the upsetness on Khushi's face.

"Kya hua chamkili?" she asked placing her hand on Khushi's which was on her shoulder.

"Kuch bhi toh nahi..." Khushi gave her famous fake smile and obviously Lavanya caught it.

"Spit it out chamkili because you know you cant lie to me darling. Why are you so upset?" she asked.

"Woh Lavanya mainwho meri shaadi tey ho chuki hai!" she concluded.

"What really? With whom? Do I know the lucky guy?" she asked excitedly getting up and turning around.

"I dont know..."

"What do you mean you dont know chamkili?..."

"Its an arranged marriage. I havent seen him yet..."

"Are you crazy???? God damnit Khushi! How can you take such a big decision so foolishly?? Have you lost your mind?" she asked angrily.

Khushi got really emotional. "Yes! I am mad because I cant break my ammas heart."

Lavanya hugged her immediately. Khushi realized that she shouldnt have spoiled lavanyas mood before the engagement. She mentally noted that she is Not going to tell anyone else about this marriage.

"La.."

"Hmmm.." she replied still hugging Khushi.

"Dont tell anyone about this please. Tumhe meri kasam."

Oh damn! Exclaimed devi maiyya, now even Lavanya cant tell Arnav!

As they broke the hug Hari Prakash came in and told them that they were to come down for the ceremony. As Khushi held Lavanya by the arm and escorted her down the stairs, every pair of eyes admired the beauties. NK couldn't help but fall for La again whereas Arnav wanted to hold Khushi and kiss her immediately to tell her that she was only his.

However, he controlled his urge and looked away to control himself. Lavanya and Khushi came down and stood in front of NK who was standing with Arnav on the stage.

The engagement was done and everyone congratulated the couple. As they came to give their best wishes to La and NK they asked Arnav if he was planning to have commitments soon and he just looked away and blushed. This didn't go unnoticed by Khushi. She knew that Arnav was blushing because of her. How much she wished she could be his bride.

As the refreshments were being served Khushi excused herself and was planning to move out of the hall when she met Anjali on the way. Anjali was sitting with Aman and nani. Khushi joined them because she wanted to know how she was feeling now.

"Anjali ji..."

"Areh Khushi ji come. Sit." Anjali said tapping the place on the sofa beside her.

Khushi sat down and they chatted for a while and soon Arnav joined them. Khushi couldnt bear to be in the same place as his after their encounter in fashion event. She was feeling guilt everytime but Arnav thought that she was just feeling shy.

So as Khushi was walking in the secluded corridor a strong hand pulled her behind the large decorated pillar. Khushi gasped.

"Shh... its me..." Arnav whispered in her ears huskily.

Khushi lost all the control that she had. She lost herself as she felt Arnav's hand sneaking around her waist and his lips playing havoc on her senses. Arnav caressed her soft neck with his lips as he placed many kisses along her jaw-line. Khushi arched her neck to give him a better access as they fit perfectly with each other.

"You look so damn irresistible tonight.." he said nuzzling in her neck as her hands automatically went o his chest pulling him closer. Arnav smiled in her hair.

Khushi suddenly felt empty as Arnav pulled back as if she lost something very precious. Arnav pulled back and looked in her eyes and leaned forward to kiss her just then

"Khushi. Khushi. "came Lavanya's voice and Khushi moved back adjusting her lehnga. Arnav smirked looking at her state. She looked cuter when she was flushed, he thought.

Khushi quickly ran away without sparing him another glance and went to Lavanya.

"Chamkili where were you? You left your phone in the hall Buaji was calling" Lavanya enquired.

"I..I..I...was..."

"Okay, never mind hunnie just call her back.."

Khushi took her phone and called home. Buaji told Khushi to apologize to Lavanya on their behalf as they couldnt attend her engagement. As Khushi kept the phone she felt Arnav staring at her from a distance leaning on a pole. Khushi blushed again and went to Anjali in order to distract herself.

The best thing was that tonight Khushi had forgotten completely about her marriage and was enjoying the evening, maybe telling Lavanya her little secret had lightened up the burden on her heart. Arnav smiled as he watched the girl who had managed to turn his life upside down without any effort.

How much he wanted to hug her right now and thank her for being in his life.

For the very first time he longed to have a ceremony like this, their engagement where he would introduce her as his would be wife and then he would marry her and make her his forever

Least did he know that his fairytale was about to end very soon and what would happen to his dear heart when the reality would crash his world. After so many years he had felt alive as I he too wanted to live, to love but maybe fate didn't have that in mind for Arnav.

He saw Aman getting juice for Anjali and he felt glad that his dii got the best man. He always wanted to be happy and he was sure that Aman was the only person who could. He wanted his dii to get married soon too but he was afraid that she wouldn't be staying with him anymore.

He so wanted to talk to Aman about this and request him to live in RM after marriage. But somehow he knew that this wasn't possible because Aman was a man with self respect and that's what Arnav loved about him.

Just then he realized that thank god Khushi was in his life or else without dii he would become empty and lonely. When he would miss his dii then Khushi would be there to console him. He felt so relieved thinking about her.

As the night was called off Arnav told Khushi that he was going to drop her home and Khushi couldn't argue because Anjali had insisted.

There was complete silence in the car as they drove when finally Arnav spoke up..

"Khushi...I...I just.. just wanted to thank you for for being in my life. You saved my dii, she is my life and I would have died without her Thank you Khushi."

Khushi was speechless and she held his hand in response because she could see his moist cheeks.

As she reached home she thanked him and she was overwhelmed when she saw that he didn't leave till she was safely inside her house