Dedicated to kukku095
Part 29
Khushi looked away from Arnav and taking a quick breath,she ran out the door.Arnav sighed not being able to stop her. "Sir" called out Aman,as he entered Arnav's cabin.Arnav sat on his chair and began typing on his laptop as Aman told him about the latest fashion show that they had been planning for weeks.Arnav had designed every outfit "So sir,the fashion show is scheduled to be held tomorrow night...what shall we name the theme?" Arnav smiled as he leaned back against his leather chair.
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9:00 PM
Khushi was in her room playing with Aarav.Aarav was very happy since he was loved and pampered by all the other Raizada members.Though he didn't know them well,he liked their company and felt very comfortable with them.Khushi kissed Aarav's cheek and smiled at him,when she felt another presence in the room.Khushi looked up and saw Arnav,slightly smiling at her.She looked away not knowing if she should smile back or not.She stood up and put Aarav in his cradle which was shifted in their room.Khushi was already in her white salwar,ready to sleep.Arnav watched as she lied on the bed and fell asleep.Arnav sighed and changed into his nightwear.He lied on the recliner and shifted himself to turn towards Khushi.He smiled,looking at her.She looked like she was in deep sleep but what he didn't know was she was wide awake,thinking about him.Arnav turned towards Aarav who woke from his sleep.He looked like he was going to start crying any minute.Arnav immediately got up and picked up Aarav.Aarav stared at Arnav.Glancing at Khushi,Arnav leaned on his recliner and rocked Aarav gently in his arms "Sshh,it's time to go to sleep and relax" he whispered.Aarav seemed to listen and instantly fell asleep.Arnav got up to put Aarav back in his cradle but he woke up.Arnav sighed as he leaned back against his recliner.Aarav leaned his head against Arnav's chest and fell back asleep.Arnav knew if he got up,Aarav would wake up so he fell asleep against the recliner with Aarav on his chest.
Khushi had felt some movement in the room and had immediately opened her eyes.She had already seen Arnav picking up Aarav and quietly put him back to asleep.She unknowingly smiled seeing the father-son duo.When she was sure they were deep asleep,she stood up quietly and kneeled beside Arnav on the recliner.Khushi caressed Arnav's cheek and Aarav's head gently,making sure neither of them woke up.She didn't know when she fell asleep against Arnav's shoulder.
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Arnav stirred in his sleep and slowly opened his eyes.He felt weight on both his chest and shoulder.He craned his neck up and saw Aarav sleeping peacefully.Arnav looked to his side and was shocked seeing Khushi leaning against him,sleeping.He watched as she peacefully was sleeping on him.She didn't look like she was in the slightest bit of discomfort.The sun rays began bursting through the windows,making Khushi stir.Arnav watched as she slowly opened her eyes and took in her surroundings.She widened her eyes seeing she was so close to him and moved towards the edge of the recliner.Khushi gasped as gravity took hold of her and pulled her towards the ground but Arnav managed to catch her with one arm.He gently pulled her towards him,taking her back to safety.Khushi looked into Arnav's eyes and could see concern "Are you okay?" Khushi nodded "I hope you slept peacefully"
Khushi looked away,not knowing what to say.She cleared her throat suddenly "I am going to take a shower"
Arnav nodded.Khushi stood up and walked to the closet.Arnav put Aarav back in his cradle and turned towards her "Angel" he called out.
Khushi fisted the clothing she had in her hand.Truth be told,she loved hearing him call her Angel because it made her feel special but she would never tell him.She wanted to give their relationship another chance but she needed assurance.For him to always stay by her side and love her as much as she did.Khushi didn't turn around "What"
"Um..I have a fashion show tonight at 8 pm and I would like you to come"
"What about the rest of the family?"
"They have already gone to a relative's baby shower.They left last night..I forgot to tell you" Arnav answered.
"I'll think about it" she said not knowing what her final answer would be.
"Please do come...I'll be waiting for you"
Khushi turned around only to see him walk out of the room.'Should I go?' she wondered.
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Arnav picked up a giggling Aarav and placed him on his lap.He,Aarav and Khushi were at the dining table,eating breakfast.The rest of the family,as told,weren't there.Arnav smiled as Aarav ate the food happily,he gave to him "You should eat Arnav" said Khushi,not looking at him.
Arnav looked at her "I'll eat later" he said politely.
She glared at him "Eat now..I don't want you fainting again" Arnav smiled hearing the concern in her voice.Khushi realized what she said "I..I mean..I don't want the the family thinking I am a careless wife..I mean daughter-in-law"
"I think you make a great wife..I mean daughter-in-law" he smiled.
"Whatever..just eat your food"
Arnav nodded and ate his own food and fed Aarav his,at the same time.
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7:00 PM
Arnav had been busy all day preparing for his show tonight while Khushi remained at home with Aarav.She kept thinking 'Should I go or should I not?'.It was 7:00 pm.There was still an hour left before Arnav's show would start.The doorbell rang.Making sure Aarav was safely asleep in his cradle,she went downstairs and opened the door.It was the same mail man who had given the invitation to Aarav's babysitter "Yes?"
"Khushi Singh Raizada?" he asked.Khushi nodded "This is a package for you" he gave a beautifully covered package to Khushi and left.
Khushi closed the door and went upstairs.Sitting on her bed,she opened it.It was a beautiful red sari and there was a note underneath.Khushi read it:
Angel,
I don't know whether you will come tonight or not but if you do,please wear this outfit.I designed it just specially for you.
Love Arnav
The address was written below.Khushi felt the beautifully decorated fabric in her hand.It was very smooth and felt nice.She sighed as she decided to go.Khushi got ready within 45 minutes.She looked beautiful.She called out "Hari Prakash" He came "Can you please look after Aarav while I go out"
He nodded and smiled.
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Khushi had reached the address in half an hour and it was crowded.She had managed to find a seat in the fifth row and sat at a corner.Khushi looked at the time.It was 8:15.'Wasn't the show supposed to start at 8' wondered Khushi 'What is Arnav waiting for?'.Suddenly the lights turned off and white bold letters burst,spelling ANGEL.Khushi gasped as she realized what the show was about.Models began walking towards the stage in a orderly fashion and posed.They all either wore elegant saris or lehengas.All of the outfits were simple yet outstanding.Arnav had used bright colors to reflect the theme.After the models posed and showed off their outfits,Arnav came out alone with a microphone "Ladies and gentlemen,thank you so much for coming to the show.I am sure you liked all the outfits I designed and presented" Everyone clapped.When they stopped,he continued "I had some inspiration from a very special woman...someone who's very close to me" Khushi stood up not wanting to hear more and turned towards the exit "Angel" Arnav called out.The spotlight hit Khushi as she stopped.
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Edited by khushiforever - 11 years ago
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