Limerence

first phone call

Arianna's Pov

I can no longer bear the somber atmosphere in the room, as everyone sits in silence, their glances fixed on me like mourners at a funeral. If I were to be a ghost, at least I'd be the most captivating one among them. However, that's the least of my concerns right now. I've made a series of terrible decisions today, placing trust where it wasn't deserved, shedding tears like a petulant child. It may not be a significant event for most, but for someone whose parents witnessed her cry for the last time at the age of 10, it's a profound and pitiful occurrence. I need to get everything back on track.

Are you guys planning my murder or do you already consider this my funeral?

I sarcastically remarked, fed up with their silent scrutiny. I despise being treated as if I'm clueless or as fragile as glass. Sure, I may be a tad sensitive, but that doesn't render me a delicate porcelain doll.

Ari, how many times must I caution you to choose your words carefully?

" Varun reprimanded, his tone laced with irritation, though wisely refraining from raising his voice.

Oh, has the cat finally got your tongue back?

I retorted, innocently batting my eyelashes. Yet, the thoughts swirling in my mind are anything but innocent. What would be the repercussions if I were to contemplate the unthinkable - the demise of my best friend's brother?

Ari, my dear, now listen attentively, okay?

Aarohi said, pulling me away from my fanciful thoughts - clearly, mere fabrications, for I couldn't confront that bull in reality.

I am all my ears

Promise me, neither will you embark on something foolish nor will you acquiesce to anything that makes you uncomfortable, merely to appease your family.

You're saying this to me, Aaru?

I retorted, injecting a teasing tone into my words, accompanied by a subtle raise of my eyebrows, a silent reference to our prior conversation when she disclosed her impending marriage.

As for the absurd decisions, I'm not your brother who recklessly plunges into choices without due consideration.

What problem do you have with him?

Varun asked, sipping his black coffee as if there was a dramatic spectacle unfolding.

Problem, dude? His whole existence irritates the hell out of me,

I replied, gritting my teeth.Well, I don't even know what I hate most about him - his handsome face, hot body, those long eyelashes, his silky hair that I'm jealous of, or his irritating behavior. I hate one more thing, which I discovered while innocently trying to find out who I lost my virginity to. Don't get me wrong; I wasn't stalking him, just doing a little investigative work.

Get a hold of yourself, girl. It shouldn't bother you, and if you dwell on it too much, you might blurt it out in front of him. That's not good for your plan.

Why are you taking his side, Mr.?

I asked Varun, attempting to divert my mind and steer clear of thoughts about someone with piercing grey orbs.

He's shipping both of you,

Aarohi chimed in this time.

Since when did you start romanticizing people? I retorted

It's not romanticizing, dear, but a fact. A fact that will soon be true

And may I ask how, Mr. Singhania? I questioned, folding my arms across my chest.