Part 30 Friends' decision

Aman, NK, and Akash were shocked as well as confused. They didn't know how to tell the truth to Arnav. At the same time, they didn't want to hide the truth from Arnav. Arnav was in full hope of Khushi. They knew it.

*Arnav should know the truth...* Akash said.

*We will tell him...but not today* Aman said.

*But why? * NK asked.

*They are so excited about the party. Let them do it...*

*But, what's the point in enjoying the party if there is no chance of the marriage? *

*They are in a celebration mood. If we spoil the mood, the problem looks bigger than the real one... They should be relaxed to think about it...* Aman said.

The other two nodded their head affirmatively.

*Poor Arnav... he was so much into Khushi madam. Don't know how he is going to react to this. * NK said worriedly.

*The marriage is next week. He has a lot of expectations about his future* Akash said sadly.

Aman was in deep thought.

*What are you thinking? *

*How to tell this to ASR? * restlessness was visible on his face.

*I will tell him...* Shyam said.

*No... please don't mess it... I will tell him...* Aman said.

*When? *

*After the party...*

They nodded ok.

That's when Arnav came towards them. They could easily read how happy he was.

*Be casual... he should not doubt on us* Aman warned them.

They smiled at Arnav.

*It seems there won't be any work for us until the party? * NK asked.

*Don't search for an excuse to skip the work, lazybones. Our Boss may show her real avatar then...* Arnav laughed.

They faced a tough time laughing with him.

*Let's go the work, guys. Come on* Arnav headed to his cubicle.

They followed him and started working in their respective cubicles.

After 5o clock, Arnav asked for their help to do arrangements for the party. They joined him. Arnav observed their face.

*Is anything wrong? Why are you guys looking dull? *

*Nothing yaar... we are confused, about how to behave with you after your marriage. *

*Come on guys... this is so silly...* Arnav smiled.

Aman gestured to them to be normal. They tried hard to be normal..., especially Shyam.

They finished the needed arrangements. They were about to go downstairs, and v stopped them.

*Let's have tea...* Arnav said.

They nodded yes. Arnav called the bearer and asked him to serve them tea.

*Shall I ask you something, Arnav? * Akash Asked.

All the other three stopped drinking the tea and looked at him.

*Your and Khushi madam are completely different from each other. Do you think it works? *

The trio looked at Arnav gulping down. But Arnav looked cool. He smiled.

*Yeah... that's what love is. No status... no money... nothing...only love. So is Khushi. She doesn't need anything beyond love...* he sipped the tea.

They spared a glance miserably.

*Do you believe Khushi madam also has such true feelings for you? * NK asked.

*My feelings are only fifty per cent compared to hers. She is more genuine than me* he said proudly.

*As of now, it's ok... what if after marriage you guys face problems? * Akash asked.

*What happened to you guys? Suddenly you are asking many more questions about our relationship? * Arnav asked.

*Nothing... nothing ASR... they are really worried about your relationship* Aman said.

*Don't worry guys... Khushi is not what we thought. She is a nice girl and loves me so much*

*Yup...you should be right...* Aman said.

*Ok, we are running out of time. let's get ready* Arnav left the place.

Shyam sat on the chair, sighing. The trio left the place and said nothing. What could they do? Maybe, Shyam didn't lie purposely but because of him, Arnav and Khushi are going to get heartbreak.

The party time

The staff gathered on the terrace. Arnav's friends are awestruck, seeing Arnav in the suit. It seems Arnav is well prepared to enjoy the party.

Arnav waited for Khushi. Within a few minutes, Khushi stepped on the terrace. This time Arnav was awestruck, seeing Khushi. She was in half white fish-cut gown. No need to say she looked so beautiful. Undoubtedly, Arnav was mesmerized. She smiled at Arnav who was not on the earth. She flicked her finger and Arnav got his sense back.

*You look gorgeous...* he prized.

*You too are looking handsome...*

*Let's go* He smiled.

They came in front of the staff. Arnav gestured for her to speak. Khushi nodded yes and spoke.

*Thank you for your presence. We are gladly informing you...* she stopped and smiled at Arnav.

*I and Arnav are getting married next week*

The staff applauded getting amazed. Though they knew about her feelings for Arnav they didn't expect her to get married to him.

*We would like to share the happiest news with you...we invite you to our marriage and you will get the invitations soon...*

They came to the cake which was being kept on a small table. Arnav forwarded a knife to Khushi. Khushi clutched his hand and made him cut the cake. She fed him a small piece and Arnav did the same.

Arnav gestured for his friends to come to them. They headed to them.

*I officially introducing you my friends...* Arnav chuckled.

*Oh...do you want me to give privileges to your friends? * she teased.

*They won't expect it from you but a good relationship...*

No need to say they were thunder stuck. More to their surprise,

*I too expect the same from them...* Khushi smiled at them.

They nodded yes.

*Shall we distribute the cake? * Aman diverted the topic. He didn't want to get more emotional.

They started distributing cakes to the staff.

Aman wanted to beat Shyam for the bloody lie he uttered to Khushi. Don't know how Khushi will react to it when she gets to know the truth. Whatever the consequence will be, he will tell the truth to Arnav. He concluded.

Arnav and Khushi spent together at the whole party. They were together. They won't get tired to speak with each other.

Aman, Akash, and NK were upset like hell. Arnav and Khushi's happiness was going to be ruined. They had no choice. They have to do that. It will create a worse problem between Arnav and Khushi if they get to know the truth after the marriage.

They ate silently. Neither they came to Arnav nor did talk about it.

The party got over.

*I will drop Khushi home...* Arnav said.

They nodded ok.

Arnav left the terrace with Khushi.

*I will go to Sarojini Nagar Park and will wait for Arnav there. I will meet him when he crosses the park as the park is on the way to RM. * Aman said.

*Please be careful of your words Aman. Please don't hurt him* NK said.

*He will get hurt for sure. We have no choice* Aman said sitting on the bike.

*I will also come with you Aman... please, let me talk to him. I don't want him to take me wrong*

*You are wrong Shyam...You are absolutely wrong. You should have told us about it at least. We would have told him playfully. He will be cautious about Khushi's feelings. They would not have fallen in love. We could have avoided this embarrassing situation...* Aman shouted.

*I'm sorry... I just...*

* Let's go...* Aman kicked the bike.

Shyam started his bike.

*Shall we come? * Akash asked.

*Yes, Aman. We can't get sleep until we get to know what happened...*

*Ok. But you should not open your mouth...*

*We won't...*

They started to the Sarojini Nager Park to wait for Arnav. They are fully set not to drag the issue and kill it right away.

In the meanwhile,

Khushi came to her cabin to take her handbag. Arnav followed her. Taking the water bottle from her table, Arnav drank it. He kept the bottle on the table back.

*Do you want to change the dress? * he asked.

*Why? Doesn't it look good? *

*It looks damn good... in fact, a little sexy...* he winked.

She raised her brows and came to him making herself up.

*Really? * she asked greasily.

Arnav gulped down at her nearness.

*What's the use of being sexy? You have not given heed to me? *

Arnav felt choking. Khushi circled his neck giving tough time.

*Don't you feel anything seeing me sexy?* she put him on fire.

*Whaaat...?*

*Am I allowed to do what I feel?* she asked his permission.

*Feelllll? *

*Mmm...*

She got close to him and kissed his cheek. Arnav looked at her dizzily. As Arnav didn't expect, she took his lips into her mouth and shared the first kiss with him. Arnav stood not reciprocating it for a while. But he couldn't be stern for long and joined in it. They broke the kiss and smiled at each other.

*Are we going or...? * Arnav asked.

*Stop expecting more...* she dashed his forehead.

*Until when? *

*Until next Sunday...* she smiled.

*God... there are seven days...* he sighed.

*It seems you will move only if I push you? * she laughed.

*I don't need a push after our marriage...* he said with a lop-sided smile.

*Let's see...* taking her bag, she moved out.

*Trust me, I don't need a push...* he said shrugging his shoulders.

Khushi smiled at him, turning her head. Arnav followed her cheerfully.

To be continued...