The Controlling Lover (ON HOLD)

Chapter Forty Nine

Arhat and Anjali arrived to the CitySpire and the the receptionist downstairs called up to the penthouse, informing Etta. She let Nigel know and he called Arnav to let him know.

"We'll be down in a moment," Arnav replied, and he ended the call.

"We should go," a sated Khushi sighed.

"We should," but neither made effort to move and they broke into laughter.

"We are some crazy children," Khushi chuckled.

"Perhaps," Arnav grinned.

With a stretch, Khushi got up from the floor and looked at their scattered clothes all over the floor.

"We truly are crazy," Khushi sighed.

Arnav sat up and ran his fingers along Khushi's back. "I don't mind."

"Nor do I," and she leaned in for a kiss.

Arnav kissed her softly then caressed her cheek. Judging from the look on his face, Khushi could tell that Arnav wanted to say something, but he seemed to be struggling.

"Is something wrong," Khushi asked.

Arnav shook his head. "No, everything's fine. Now come on, up you get. Let's get this show on the road."

"Oh yes, indeed," and the two got up, quickly got ready, and headed on down.

When the couple arrived to the lobby, Anjali came dashing forward and gave her brother a hug.

"I'm so proud of you Chote," she beamed.

"Thanks Di."

Anjali released him and hugged Khushi. "Congratulations Khushi."

"Thank you," Khushi smiled.

Arhat came forward and congratulated Khushi as well, then turned to his son.

"Congrats son," he smiled.

He was about to go in for a hug, when Arnav held his hand out.

"Thank you," Arnav simply replied.

The two shook hands and the ladies noticed the tinge of disappointment in Arhat's expression.

Nigel appeared. "Good morning Mr. Raizada. Ready?"

Arnav nodded. "Yes Nigel, let's go."

They all headed out and got into the SUV. Nigel drove off to Madison Square Garden, where the commencement would take place. The entire ride there, Anjali spoke nonstop, keeping Khushi in conversation with her, Arhat humored by his chipper daughter, and Arnav rolling his eyes and seconds away from a headache.

When they were near the Garden, Anjali chirped.

"Eep! We're here!"

"Thank goodness," Arnav muttered.

Khushi had heard and nudged him, but Arnav simply rolled his eyes.