His Arranged Wife

Perfect Man

Shridha's pov...

" Make yourself comfortable." I said and headed towards the washroom. I did my business and washed my face before coming out and my eyes widened at the scene which unfolded in front of my eyes. 

The clothes which were laying on the floor were neatly folded and kept at the side of the bed while the bed and quilt were perfectly made. My cosmetics which were lying on the couch and near the big mirror were now kept inside the make up kit and it melted my heart. The room which was so messy a while ago was cleaned so perfectly and the man who did it was comfortable sitting on the bed laying his head against the headboard while looking at his phone. He didn't notice me and I took my time to look at him lazily. 

I was leaning against the door frame of the bathroom with my hands folded against my chest. Now when I look at him carefully and closely he seems tired as if he hasn't slept for days. The black outfit gives the dominating aura contrasting the soft Delhi boy I knew. 

" How about you come closer and read me?" He said without looking at me and my heart escaped a beat. My eyes widened and his gaze finally met mine. I felt a shiver run down my spine and the butterflies in my stomach got affected by his voice and his gaze.

" Come here." He said and I walked over to him as if my legs got their own brain. I stood in front of him and he kept his phone aside and held my wrist and within a moment he pulled me to him and I landed on his chest. It felt like breath stuck in lungs and my eyes started blinking on their own. A small smile crept on his lips as he wrapped his hands around my waist. 

I tried to pull away from his strong grip but couldn't and he started chuckling and I grinned at him witnessing my useless efforts.

" You seem so happy today. Can I know the reason, Mister?" I asked and he chuckled lightly.

" Today my wife declared our relationship in public. Why wouldn't I be happy?" He asked and still grinning and kissed my forehead.

" Hmm. Did I act like a fool earlier?" I asked and he tucked a strand of my hair behind my ear before looking at me.

" Why do you think so?"

" I don't know. You know me. I am usually so composed and calm but after seeing you in the lobby after having a bad day made me overexcited and everything around me disappeared as I felt myself running towards you and you caught me in your arms. " I said and his brows knitted together as if a particular word caught his attention.

" I feel so happy to hear it from you but you had a bad day and you didn't tell me."

" Oh. That was just a small issue."

" I still want to know."

" It's a common problem . Nothing else. " I said while removing myself from his grip and standing up. 

" I am going to pack my bag." I said while taking my trolley bag and keeping it on my bed before taking the folded clothes and arranging it in the bag. He stood up and I felt him going towards the door. I didn't say anything and just stared at me leaning against the wall behind me. 

I headed towards the couch and assembled the cosmetics in the kit before keeping it in my back. My hands stopped in their tracks as I one of his hands on my waist and him standing right behind me. 

He pulled me to him , embracing me in his hug from behind and butterflies erupted in my stomach. He didn't say anything but kept his chin on my shoulder which tickled my skin. 

The memories of yesterday flooded back inside my head as tears welled up in my eyes. Even if God tells me that this man is wrong for me, I am not going to believe. But what about his family?

I don't know them that clearly to trust them completely. 

" Why do you have so many things going on inside your head?" He whispered while kissing my hair and I placed my hand on his while turning towards him. 

" Why are you crying, Shri?" He asked while cupping my cheeks with concern evident in his eyes. 

" I am not crying, Rudee." I whispered and he kissed my forehead.

" Please let me know what's bothering you." He said in a very gentle tone and I nodded my head.

" We indeed have to talk." I said and his brows knitted in confusion.

" Am I the reason behind your tears?" His eyes were wide and the voice was soft. He seemed to be in pain and I shook my head.

" Not entirely." 

" What is it about?" He asked and in return I told him that we will talk once we reach home. 

He took me towards the lobby and then to his car. The drive was silent and within ten minutes I fell deep in slumber.

The moment I opened my eyes, the darkness greeted me. There were dim lights and I was still in the car. I looked over at the driver seat to find it empty. 

" Where is he?" I questioned while holding his coat which was covering me. I folded it before keeping it on the backseat and got out of the car. He was at some distance, his back facing me and he was talking to someone over the phone.

I looked around and the scenery didn't fail to amaze me. We were at the outskirts of the city and many kilometers away from the expressway. Our car was parked at the side of the road and there were a couple of vehicles passing by us. The road was quite broad and compliments the natural ambiance. I could see the setting sun at the horizon and I took a deep breath as my lips curled into a smile.

I didn't know that I was craving for this. The air here feels light and breathable  although it's colder than Mumbai's weather. I regretted keeping his coat at the back seat, I would have instead worn it. I came to the back of the car and leaned against it while looking at the man who was busy attending some calls. 

I could understand how busy he is yet he made the effort to pick me up again by visiting the hotel on time while my schedule got delayed for several hours. I smiled when I realised I don't really regret it. We don't see each other that often as we are in a long distance relationship, most of the time we cannot talk through calls or chats as our time doesn't match. I am free after my meal at seven in the evening but he attends his meetings during that hour. He gets free around ten and that's the time I usually go to sleep if I don't have anything urgent to work on but these months I have been studying during the late nights. 

We both are trying our best to give each other the best and I cannot complain about the shortcomings in the long distance relationship. My friends and sisters warned me yet I chose this myself and I don't regret it at all. I feel so lucky that I am being cherished and loved the way I deserve and want.

There are times when I feel that I don't deserve him. He is the son of one of the most celebrated business tycoons yet he chose not to join his family business and start his own just to avoid the future conflicts which may occur between siblings . He failed yet tried and now his tech infused jewelries are talking of the town. 

I want to rise up to his level so that he can proudly introduce me as his wife . 

" You woke up?" He asked while coming towards me and I flinched as if awakened from a dream and smiled widely forgetting that I was so upset at the hotel.

" Yes. Where are we?" I asked, wondering my eyes around the beautiful yet peaceful surrounding.

" Few kilometers away from the expressway. I saw you sleeping peacefully so thought that we may go to a place to find peace." He said while shrugging his shoulders, hinting  at the fact that I was not in a very good mood while leaving the hotel.

" Have you ever been to Lonavala?" He asked and I shook my head.

" I have heard about it but never really visited the place." I answered and he winked at me.

" Let's go." He said and I frowned.

" Where to? Lonavala?" 

" Yes darling." 

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