AARZOO

Chapter 3

Geet's POV

"Deep breaths Geet. Don't panic, everything will be fine. You are prepared you'll nail it."

I said this to myself for the nth time today. It is the day of our show I can't believe these models are going to walk down the ramp wearing dresses designed by me???

But to increase my stress KJ gave me another shock. Because my boss is not here I have to walk with him and the show stoppers. I mean what if I fall it will be so embarrassing.

My hair and makeup was done by professional artists and I was wearing a dress gifted to me by KJ from his special collection. I look beautiful so that makes me feel a bit confident.

The models are doing fantastic and the way the audience is clicking pictures I am sure they like the designs.

"Geet, It's time to go. Relax okay." KJ said holding my hand. I nodded my head and sighed.

And soon I was walking on the ramp for the first time. It wasn't that dangerous as I thought except the bright lights blinding my eyes.

I kept looking ahead with a smile and KJ holding my hand assuringly.

We stopped in front of the camera's and posed with our show stoppers who were obviously celebrities.

It was time to turn around and leave when my eyes went to my left.

In the front row of the chief guests a familiar face looked at me.

My eyes went wide seeing that face. And I am sure he had the same expressions.

 Before I could react I was turned around with KJ's hand on my waist. We walked back more like he dragged me. I hope no one notices my state. I think I am going to have a panic attack.

"You okay? I thought you went pale back then." KJ asked with a concerned face when we were back in the green room.

"Y-Yeah." I answered though I think he can clearly see through my lie. But he didn't question me anything thankfully.

What will I do now? I don't know what I would have reacted if he would have come face to face with me.

"The show is almost over. We will attend the party and the dinner before leaving." KJ said and I nodded.

Wait- what if he comes to the party?

"Um who all will be there for the party?" I asked nervously.

"Actually just the designers and the models." He answered much to my relief. Thank god because I don't want to face him right now.

I can't believe I saw Ranbir Raghuvanshi here after so long. But what if it was just an illusion?

No it can't be. I cannot mistake anything with his face.

Some time later we went to the party and my eyes kept searching for him but after I was convinced that he wasn't here I relaxed.

KJ was very kind as he introduced me to many big designers and I was more happy when they appreciated me. I can see lots of new opportunities open door for me now.

"Let's dance!" KJ said excitedly and pulled me with him. Many people were dancing and so we too started. The slow calming music relaxed me.

KJ made me rest my head on his chest as we kept moving slowly. I relaxed instantly.

"You did so good today. Everyone is so happy with our collection. Thank you so much for helping me." He said and my heart warmed with gratefulness. Its he who gave me such a big platform.

"I should be the one thanking you. I had never imagined myself doing something like this. Thank you KJ." I said.

"It's Kunal for you." I smiled at his words and continued dancing.

My smile faltered when I saw a silhouette on the first floor of the hotel. As it came into light my smile turned into a frown.

Ranbir looked at me with his infamous smirk that reminded me of the time he had first talked to me in Karan's college. His face held the same obsession as he had that time.

What is he thinking? But I know whatever it is I am not going to like it.

As if scared to look at him more I turned my face to the other side and my hold on Kunal's suit tightened. I was tensed feeling his stare on me.

When I looked his way later, he was gone much to my relief.

It's not like I don't want to see him or I am not happy.

There are just many things between us that have changed a lot. And I don't know if I am ready to talk about it.

Maybe he won't even come in front of me again because he was just doing timepass with me. If he had to he would have come very early.

"Geet?" Kunal asked and I looked up at him with a hum.

"Will you like to come with me for some sightseeing tomorrow?" He asked.

Sightseeing? Why would he take me for that.

"Sure but I don't want to trouble you." I said not sure why he was offering this.

He smiled slightly and said,"Its my treat as a thank you. And I don't want to hear any more formalities from your mouth."

I chuckled at him and nodded.

"Okay." I said and he smiled.

We danced some more and then had dinner with everyone. He dropped me at my hotel at night and wished me goodnight. He was going to pick me up tomorrow.

Laying in the bed at night my thoughts went back to Ranbir. He hasn't changed a bit, he still looks the same. Maybe more handsome than before.

No stop thinking about him Geet. It was your past and that is not going to happen now.

I finally went to sleep but with a nervous feeling in my stomach like something was going to happen.

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They finally saw each other!

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