Next day santhivan witnessed an irritated Khushi and an apologetic Arnav entering the home with lots of shopping bags. But that was not what surprised them but their banter.
Nani smiled a little and asked
"What happened bitiya? Why do you seem so irritated?"
"You won't believe nani if you hear what this man (pointing to Arnav) did today. Who will ask the sales man to pack every red dress just because it's his favorite color and it suits me? You know everyone in the shop was looking at me as if I am an alien. Rail track per Khada karne ki irade the khya?(did you plan to make me stand on a rail track) Khushi complained making her listeners to laugh.
"But you look extremely beautiful in red. Why will I not want to see you in that?" Arnav justified his action.
"What about the things you did in restaurant. All I wanted was to have some spicy Indian cuisine. Who will ask the manager for the organic certification for the things used in food. Hand Hai Arnavji. I will never forget the look the manager was giving me. Is it the first time you are going to a restaurant?" with that the Raizada family burst in to laughter hearing Arnav's act.
"No. But this was first I was trying something spicy .And it was the first time I take you out for a dinner. So it is okay to be concerned Khushi. How will I know what I make you eat is hygienic and healthy? I can't take chances you know..."That sentence from Arnav melted all the anger and irritation in Khushi. This man will never cease to amaze her. She was so lost in his eyes that a 'Ohh' from background brought her back to present situation. Khushi blushed heavily seeing the teasing look from her dever's, Jiji and Manorama. Dadi and Nani had a smile on their face.
After some teasing and fun Arnav left to their room and Khushi stayed down stairs to show the ladies what her husband brought for her.
Akash and Nk went to poolside for obvious reason. It was not every day they get to make fun of their elder brother. When they entered poolside they heard Arnav talking with someone on phone. From what they heard from Arnav side it was some series matter.
"Are you sure he was not in contact with anyone"
"Please inform me if he ever contact anyone. I don't want any negligence from your department Sir .It's about the safety of my family. I hope you could understand."
"Thank you"
After the call Arnav sat in the recliner near pool looking at the sky. That's when he heard his brothers voice.
"What's the matter Bhai?"
"Hey it's nothing. I was just making sure Adesh Malik was still in police custody."
"Why? Why now? Don't try to hide Bhai. Please. I could see your worry" Akash was not in a mood to brush off his brothers worry with some few words of comfort.
"Ha nannav. You clearly are worried about something. Tell us the matter" NK too insisted
"Arnav heaved a sigh. " when I took Khushi for shopping I think a car following us . First I thought it was coincidence but I found that car following us till our home .It was there when we were in the restaurant too. Yesterday Mohan drove khushi to temple in the morning .He too said me that he felt like some was following them .I suspected Chacha but he is still in intensive care under police custody. There were no visitors or no phone call. Not that he is in a position to talk now." Arnav said
"Bhai what are you planning to do now?" Shall I ask our agency to tight the security?
"I have done that Akashi just don't want anybody to get hurt. I don't know why but I felt that they were following Khushi .If it was others too our other drivers should have said us. Nithin was on leave yesterday so Mohan took Khushi to temple . I have to talk to Nithin to know if he has noticed something like this. But the problem is I will be going Mumbai for the 2 days tomorrow. You know the export deal with uniqlo. I won't get even time to breath properly. I am just worried about her safety." He called Nithin (Khushi's regular driver) and asked about this. He said he hasn't noticed anything like that. Same was the response from other drivers too.
"Nannav , that can be a real coincidence. You may have been thinking about what Mohan said and imagined. We will tight the security and ask our drivers to keep an eye. Don't panic"
"I too think the same bhai"
"May be you are right .But take care of everyone when I am away Akash. I will talk to agency too.
"Chill Nannav. If you want I will accompany Khushi bhabi every where she go for these two days. You go Mumbai and rock."
"No. You can't. Don't you remember you promised to nani and ma that you will go with them for the holi purchases and then to accompany them for their friend's function. "
"HO..Yah right. But I would have done that if not for this"
"Of Couse "Akash said dripping
"After all she is my favorite bhabhi. " NK said
"Yah .who other will prepare a dozen of spring rolls so that you could snack while watching movie." Akash said sarcastically
"Don't be jealous Ashu. You have a wife of your own. Ask her to prepare it for you."
Arnav shook his head and left to his room. There is no use of saying anything to them. They will carry on this till one of them fell asleep.
Arnav left to Mumbai early morning. Nithin drove Khushi to AR .But when they were about to enter AR premises Khushi notices something. The moment car stopped khushi rushed out to a car parked little distant from employees parking.
"Shravan Bhai, you here?" She said while quickly hugging him .He returned the hug with same intensity.
"How are you?" Shravan asked cupping her cheeks
"What do you think?" Khush asked with her eyebrows raised
"You are glowing. Marriage suits you." Shravan said.
"Ho... Now tell me. When did you come here? Why didn't you tell me?" Khushi kept her hand on her hips and asked
"I am on rush dear. I came last night and will be back by evening. I thought to meet you before I get busy with the day."
"Why do you want to go quickly? Come to my home na. I want to introduce you to everyone. NK wants to meet you"
"Next time Khushi. I am really running short of time. I have back to back hearing for some days." He couldn't finish his sentence before that his Phone rang. He attended the call .
"Sorry Khushi I have to leave. I will surly come to your home next time. Okay. And ha don't forget to call me regularly. I can see you are getting lazy now a days or is it because of your marriage?"
"Don't lie Bhai. It's always you who is busy. Sorry Khushi it was client call. Ho Khushi I am little busy .I have a hearing tomorrow. Khushi said imitating Shravan and he laughed
"Okay meri ma. But call me regularly. Okay. Take care"
"Bye "Khushi waved a quick bye to him.
Arnav returned after two days. After few days In AR Khushi was busy in her work .She was asked to join an investor meeting .Arnav wanted Khushi to give a proper briefing about their projects to the client. He felt that she could present their project properly than anyone else. He also wanted Khushi to involve in other fields of his business.
Khushi entered the conference room with her files and pen drive only to stand there shocked seeing the intended investor. She was quickly brought back by Arnav's voice. Khushi composed herself.
"Mr. Mehtha she is Khushi Raizada .Our project manager."
"Hello Mrs.Raizada. It's a pleasure to meet you"
"Same here sir" Khushi greeted with a tight smile
After that she did her job perfectly and gave her inputs in discussion. After finishing her job she left to her cabin. She was in her cabin struggling to compose herself. Arnav has noticed her change asked her but she covered it saying head ache. Khushi couldn't believe he was infront of her after all these years. Khushi wiped her tears when she heard a knock .But she didn't expected this particular visitor.
"May I have a word with you Khushi?" The visitor asked. Khushi gulped and then slowly nodded.
It was two days after that unexpected meeting .Arnav and Khushi went home together as usual. Arnav got a call when they reached home so he asked her to go while he was on the call. But she never knew what was waiting for her.
"Don't you dare enter this home. Girls like you are not welcomed here." Subhadra Malik roared.
