CHeckmate

CheckMate Part 51

Arjun woke up hearing the sound of morning alarm which he set in his mobile. He rubbed his eyes lazily & stretched himself. He heard sleepy voice of Samaira beside him. "Good Morning."
Arjun- Why you woke up? It's 5a.m only.
Samaira- your morning alarm disturbed my sleep.
Arjun- I have to meet with a lady. She knows many things & certainly she can help in our Mission. But she gave morning time to meet with her.
Samaira- A Lady?
Arjun(rolled his eyes)- I said so many things. But You only concentrated on "Lady"? Why this insecurity Samaira?
Samaira (coming more closer to him, she put her head on his bare chest)- It's not insecurity. It's not that I don't trust you. It's a wife natural jealousy when her husband is quite handsome.
Arjun(grinned)- Thank You for the compliment. By the way, no need to get jealous. She is an elderly lady almost at the age of your mother.
Samaira looked at him.
Arjun- I mean, almost our mother age. So, don't get jealous.
Samaira- Hmm. But you never used to set alarm to wake up in morning! I thought you are an early riser.
Arjun- Well, I am an early riser. But nowadays, after having adventurous night, I am sleeping like a sexually satisfied man. Now, I am getting why newly married couple wake up late!
Samaira (blushed)- Shut up. You are turning shameless day by day.
Arjun- not shamesless dear. I am complimenting you. Last night was simply incredible. Thank You.
Samaira hide her face on his chest.
Arjun- No, no. I am not saying this to embarrass you. In fact, I am really lucky to have you in my life. Thank You for loving me so passionately. The feeling is blissful.
He can feel Samaira's lips kissing his bare chest.
Arjun- But please dear, don't get insecured. I love you. Yes, I know, I am not able to be with you when you need me. I don't give you enough time. Many times lose my temper. But trust me.I don't know how to express my feeling & what you said last night was not true, I am not losing my interest. You are wife. Your health matters to me most.
Samaira looked in his eyes. Her hands caressed his cheeks.
Samaira- You just don't need to say anything. I can see in your eyes & I can feel your love, care & affection for me. Yes, we fight, after all, we are equally stubborn & your mood swings are also the reason.
Arjun- I don't have any personal life before. I only used to do my duty. But I am trying my level best to balance both my personal & professional life.
Samaira- But I know, it will always remain "Service Before Self" for you.
Arjun- Yes Samaira. Nation first, before anything else.
Samaira- Hmmm & one more thing, last night I was not feeling insecure, I was craving for you.
Arjun- I am in love with your bold & feisty side. Your touches were magical. It was a fantastic night.
Samaira- That's not boldness. Why should I be hesitated to come close to my husband? You are my man. You are only fine. Now, let's drop the topic.
Arjun (grinned)- yeah, let's drop the topic. I agree we are each other's. Just one query, I want same kind of passionate night again. So, when will I am getting the chance again?
Samaira- Usually, I don't say no when you want me.
Arjun- No, it's not like that way. When you will crave for me again?
Samaira- Shut up & get lost. I hate you.
Arjun (patted her cheeks)- But I love you & want to inform you that I am willing to fulfill any o your fantasy. ( winked mischievously)
Samaira- Should I punch you?
Arjun- no need to get violent because that will going to instigate me to take you. But next it will be my turn to ravish you. So, take care of yourself more & get well soon.
Samaira turned scarlet. She only hugged Arjun more tightly. Both remained silent. After sometime,
Arjun- Samaira, from today, Gitika is not going to accompany you. But don't get afraid. You are safe. Trust me.
Samaira- It's okay. I can understand. Gitika can't stay with me all the time.
Arjun- Don't be panicked. Just remember, I am not going to let anybody to harm you.
Samaira- Arjun, I am thinking to learn self defence technique. It's not that I don't trust you. I feel, I will be more confident on myself.
Arjun- no need for explanation Samaira. It's an excellent idea. You should learn martial arts.
Samaira- so, teach me. I don't think I am going to get any better teacher than you.
Arjun- well, that's great to hear. But whatever time we spend together, if I started teaching martial arts to you, then you will definitely kick me out. Take admission on a class & also need a trainer to learn professionally. But never to worry as I am willing to give you private tution whenever you need.
Samaira narrowed her eyes.
Samaira- And in which school should I take admission & how am I going to manage timings after office?
Arjun- well, don't worry about school. I will enroll your name in proper place. I think you should learn shooting also.
Samaira- Guns!! Oh God!! No, no, I can't be that much violent. I can't kill.
Arjun- who is telling you to kill? Shooting is also a part of self defence technique & it's also a game.
Samaira- Sorry Arjun. You are expecting high. I can't represent my country in Olympics.
Arjun- Uffs! Learn what you like. I am not going to give you suggestion. I will enroll your name in class & you will fix the time when you can attend.
Samaira- But.....
Arjun- No if & but. It's necessary thing to learn. So, time cannot be a factor.
Samaira- I should not say anything to you.
Arjun- So, whom are you going to say? Neighbors?
Samaira- Leave me! Are you not getting late now?
Arjun (in a serious tone)- Samaira, are you able to accept if by chance you get to know your past? Please answer he honestly.
Samaira remained silent.
Arjun- I am asking you Samaira.
Samaira- I already told you Arjun, I want to know about my mother. What happened with her?
Arjun- And about your father?
Samaira looked towards Arjun. Shock evident on her face.
Samaira- You know about Him? Who is He?
Arjun- I don't know. Just asking, if any day by any chance if you get to know about him.
Samaira- You are telling lie. I am not that sharp like you, but at least, don't consider me as a fool. You know everything. Just speak out.
Arjun- It's not like that. I got some hints that too by chance working on this mission.
Samaira- Is my father still alive? Where is He? Please tell me. I want to know the truth. I don't care how much harsh or painful it is.
Arjun sat up & cupped her face in his hand. Droplets of tears escaped from his eyes.
Arjun- Samaira please don't cry. I only got some clues. I don't know the whole truth, neither I am sure about my assumptions.But I think you are not strong enough to accept the truth.
Samaira (smiling sadly)- How much acceptance power are you expecting from me Arjun? From childhood whom I know as my father that Samrat Khanna is not my biological father. I craved for his love & affection but he only wanted to harm me, kill me. He tried to marry me off with Dev & there was plan B also, to trap me as a terrorist! I don't know what happened with my mother. Is she alive or dead? Sometimes, I also wonder is she a victim or she is something else? Arjun, I am a human. I can't stay happy only living in present. My past haunts me.
Arjun- The past on which you have no control. Come on Samaira, whatever wrong happened it's not because of you. So, you can't let your present & future to get affect. I think accepting & moving in life is the most practical decision.
Samaira- It's not that easy.( wiped the tears from her cheeks) whatever, you get to know please tell me without hiding anything. But I want to listen from you, not from anyone else. Hope you understand what I am trying to say.
Arjun lovingly kissed her cheeks.
Arjun- My strong Samaira. I am proud of you.
Samaira- Are you regretting marrying me?
Arjun- naa! After those beautiful gifts & fantastic night,I am not regretting my decision of marriage.
Samaira- Arjun, I am serious.
Arjun- It's a childish question. I know what context you are asking this. I am still not getting what is your fault in this total fiasco as a person. You are not part of Samrat's criminal activity. Then?
Samaira- Previously also, your career got affected because of me.
Arjun- It was a trap for both of us. Samaira, please stop blaming yourself for no reason. It was my fault that I started discussing the issue on morning! Now, how can I leave you alone here when you are looking so upset!
Samaira- I am not upset. You get ready. I am preparaing breakfast.
Arjun- No need. You too get ready. I will be dropping you at Neil's place.
Samaira- I am comfortable in my home. So, please. I am not upset & not that weak to cause myself any harm. You are getting late.
Samaira stood up from the bed & wore her robe & went towards washroom. Arjun sighed. Samaira need to know the whole truth about her life. Only the closure can give her the peace. Bastard Samrat Khanna, though you failed to do any harm to Her but you wounded her heart so bad. She is a strong personality that's why, she is able to hide it from others.