Silent Affair (On Hold)

Chapter Twenty Three

Just as Khushi had predicted, she would be sleeping over in Avantika's room that night. Avantika had made that news very clear as soon as they had entered Raizada mansion, asking for Bhromor to get them some snacks and to join them. Bhromor was happy to make the snacks but denied the sleepover, as she had to get up early in the morning for a doctors appointment. For some reason, Khushi found it a little strange but decided to not think too much on it.

Later that night, Khushi and Avantika were in their pajamas, chilling in bed. Or rather, while Khushi was chilling, Avantika was rambling away about Sana, walking back and forth every now and then.

"I mean honestly who the hell does she think she is to criticize my outfit, like have you seen yourself? I've never seen anyone more desperate in my life-!"

"Are you going to sleep at all or what?"

Both Khushi and Avantika looked to the door to see Arnav, leaning against the door with his arms crossed.

"Shut up Bhai, we all know why you're here," Avantika frowned, rolling her eyes.

Arnav rolled his eyes in return while Khushi blushed.

"Come on in and kiss your girl goodnight."

Khushi's eyes immediately snapped up to Avantika, but Avantika was completely unbothered, inspecting her nails instead. Arnav shook his head and came into the room. He went right over to Khushi but instead of kissing her, he laid down in her lap.

"Uh, what are you doing," Avantika asked, which was exactly what Khushi was thinking.

"Chilling," Arnav responded with a grin.

"Ha. Now will you just kiss your girl and get out? We have important matters to talk about."

"More like you ramble away like the chatterbox you are and keep my Khushi up all night."

"Do not-! Oh? Your Khushi, hmm?"

While Avantika grinned like the Cheshire Cat, Arnav was completely unaffected. As for Khushi, her heart was thudding in her ears as she gazed away at Arnav in shock.

"A little too soon to call her yours, don't you think?"

"I've known her basically my whole life - I don't think so."

Avantika rolled her eyes, muttering below her breath but Arnav ignored her and looked up at Khushi. Khushi was still very much stunned, staring at him in shock. Arnav was absolutely humored by the look on her face, so he thought he'd take advantage of the moment. Reaching up, he caressed her cheek and pulled her down to him and before Khushi could even process it, Arnav was kissing her.

"Oh-! Eww," Avantika shrilled. "I do not wanna see my brother making out with my girl! For the love of," and she covered her face, turning away.

Khushi slightly pulled back and looked down at Arnav. In his eyes she could see happiness, and it made her happy, bringing a smile to her face. She nuzzled her nose against his, letting out a contempt sigh.

"Ugh Khushi, don't egg him on, tell him to go!"

"Shut up chatterbox," he said, frowning at her.

"Get out!"

Arnav rolled his eyes and Khushi couldn't help her smile, entertained by the two. But she knew how important this sleepover was for Avantika, so she looked down at Arnav with a small frown, telling him that he needed to go.

"Why? She can say whatever she needs to say in front of me."

"No I can't, you're my brother - leave!"