Hold On My Heart (Complete)

2. Heartbeats and Havoc

Nandini's POV

I was on cloud nine-I mean, he just proposed to me.

Oh my God!

Someone, please pinch me. Slap me!

"What happened? Say something."

"I... I don't know what to say. I... You proposed to me all of a sudden and-"

"You don't feel anything for me?"

"I do, but... I'm confused. I don't know what to say. I... I'm stupid-"

"Yes, you are. Because instead of confessing, you're talking about other things... Nandini, just say whatever is in your heart."

"Uhm... Arnav, I... I love you and-" he hugged me tightly.

"Oh God! Finally, I heard those words from you. Finally! You know, I'm so happy I can't even describe what I'm feeling right now, Nandini." He looked into my eyes.

"I never knew you loved me this much."

"I never showed you because... whatever. Now we're going to your mom and telling her about us, because I want to marry you as soon as possible," he said, taking me with him-but I stopped him.

"Wait, Arnav... We can't!"

"Why?"

"Because it's too soon. I mean, we just proposed to each other. And my mom... you don't know her. She'll definitely ask questions, and I... I..."

"You what?" he asked, cupping my face.

"I wonder if she'll accept us or not. She wants me to marry Navya's brother-he's in England."

He closed his eyes tightly, trying to calm himself.

"You have to tell her, Nandini."

"I know. That's why I'm saying give me some time. This matter is serious-I don't want to ruin things."

"What if that moron comes back and your mother-"

"No, she won't. He still needs two more years to finish his graduation."

"You're sure, right?"

"Yes, Arnav. Trust me. I'll handle this." He smiled and hugged me again.

"I do... I trust you. Take your time, Nandini." He kissed my forehead.

"Now I think I should go back. Mom must be looking for me."

"As you say, love."

I was shocked-but I was also blushing.

"Love?"

"Aren't you?"

"I am," I replied, and he chuckled.

"You go. I'll follow you... in case that bastard shows up again."

"Who?"

"Purab-who else? But I must say, you handled him well today."

"You were watching?"

"Yes, I was. I follow you everywhere, love."

"Why?"

"Oh, my stupid girlfriend, for your security. I know you're the most beautiful girl in this area-everyone is after you. That's why your safety is important. And I, Arnav Ahuja, am at your service, Your Highness."

I laughed.

"You are so cute, Arnav."

"Cute? Are you serious? Me-cute? I thought I was handsome!"