"Finally my dream is going to be true Sona.. I got the legal rights" breaking the hug he cupped my face and continued " I can't even explain you how much happy I am " saying this he kissed my forehead " thank-you Sona.... thank-you so much...its all because of you" again he hugged me tight " you gave me that happiness.. for which I was starving ....my happiness has no boundaries today... thanks alot Sona"

His actions...his touch....his eyes....his voice... everything was reflecting his happiness. He was happy just like a small child when he gets his favorite toy. I was in a shock with my eyes gone wide ...not responding at all... taking my own time to digest what happened just now... may be he didn't realize what he did.. but his actions are giving me butterflies in my stomach...Arjun hugged me and kissed my forehead...

"Umm.. Arjun"

"Ha??" He pulled back but his arms were still wrapped around me ... holding me closer to him.

The moment he realized that he was holding me close to him with his arms
...he moved away with a jerk " sorry ... I am so sorry...i didn't mean to do it.. I was just..."

" so happy " I completed his words interrupting him.

" I can understand...go freshen up" saying this I left the room .

After coming out of the room.. I gently touched my forehead with the fingers cherishing the moment that happened between us... our first hug and first kiss...

This feeling is giving me so warmth... Even if he didn't do it intentionally...then too I am loving this feeling and unknowingly a thin line formed on my lips.

But then the realization hit me hard and my inner voice started scolding me ...it's all fake Sona.. remember it's just a deal.. don't get so involved in it... With this my lips curved down😞

I came down to the kitchen and informed Amma to serve the dinner as Arjun is back. We waited for 15 min but Arjun didn't come down so Madhavi Didi went to call him.

I was sitting on the chair waiting for him. Madhavi Didi came " Bhaiya said he is not hungry "

"Ye ladka nhi sudhrega" Amma sounded sad.

I went to the room. He was standing in the balcony looking at the sky.

"Arjun"

" I am not hungry " he replied without turning back...his head still raised at the sky.

"But I am hungry"

He turned back..he has not changed yet ...he was still wearing his formals with sleeves rolled upto his elbows...his messy hairs and hands folded in front of his broad chest...he was looking even more handsome under the beautiful sky 

" You didn't had dinner yet??"

"No...I was waiting for you"

"There's no need to wait for me...you can have your food whenever you want"

"I don't like having food alone... I need a company"

" I am not hungry" his voice was stern

"You had dinner outside??"

"No"

"You had a heavy lunch??"

"No"

"Then why you are not hungry??"

He came close to me standing just one step away "Miss Sonal...I am not interested in answering your questions...so can you please leave me alone??" He said raising his eyebrows

"No.. I am not leaving you until you have food" I said confidently folding my hands Infront of chest with eyebrows raised.

We both glanced at each other for a minute with our hands still folded in Infront of our chests ...saying nothing but our eyes were communicating...non of us  were ready to give up

Breathing a sigh of relief and placing his hands on his waist he said "Mujhe bhuk nhi hai Sona"

"Thodasa khalo ... please" I insisted

"You go I'll change and come"

"Pakka??"

Giving a slight but cute smile he nodded.

Later we had dinner... I personally served him food...but he didn't eat properly. After finishing his food he went back to the room.

I was still in the kitchen thinking about his sudden change in the mood... when he was back he was very happy but suddenly he was upset... The eyes which were reflecting his happiness are now reflecting sadness and pain

I went to the room...he was  relaxing sitting in the balcony . I took the first aid box ... walked to him and sat opposite to him ... after noticing  me and the first aid box in my hand he extended his hand and I started undressing his wound. After undressing the wound... I just applied some antiseptic because the wound was almost healed.

" Your wound is almost healed "

"Some wounds are healed up with time...but some remain as they were... uncovered... vulnerable" his eyes still looking at  the sky

" But how did you get hurt ??"

" Getting hurt has become my hobby ..."

" Is something bothering you??...just  an hour back you were so happy and now you look upset "

" My happiness never lasts longer...it has a very short expiry date " he  answered meeting his eyes with mine

His eyes are the mirrors through which I can look deep down to his soul . His eyes reflect his soul..they shine and dazzle like stars in the sky when he is happy...and conveys his emotions and pain when he is sad.

All I wanted to do was to sooth his pain and I was about to hold his hand but suddenly he stood and walked to the balcony railing. "Go and sleep" he ordered me with his back facing me

I thought he needs some space so I didn't disturb him. I changed my clothes and laid on the bed trying to sleep thinking about Arjun.

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Next morning :

I came out of the washroom wiping my hair with towel and meanwhile Arjun entered scrolling down his mobile. I was busy in getting ready in front of the dressing table and so was he with his laptop.

After getting ready I was going to the kitchen and I heard someones voice from behind

"Good morning bhabhi"

I turned back and greeted him back with a confused tone "Good morning... Sorry I didn't recognize you..."

"No problem bhabhi ... I am Rohan... I work with Arjun Bhai"

"Hi Rohan"

"Actually bhabhi...I am sorry... at your wedding  we couldn't meet... and yesterday I was quite busy ....so today I am here to welcome my sweet bhabhi"

Extending a beautiful flower bouquet he said "Welcome to the family bhabhi"

"Thank-you so much .... for your lovely welcome and also for these beautiful flowers"

" Come let's have a cup of coffee " placing the flowers on the table I signaled him to have a seat.

We had a good time having coffee talking about how Arjun is a workaholic who most of the time skips lunch and breakfast for his work.

Arjun came down getting ready in his formals. Amma placed his breakfast and tea cup on the table. He lifted up the tea with one hand and other hand still busy with his phone. He didn't even looked at me ....he just sipped his tea and was about to leave

"If you are done shall we leave??" he questioned Rohan

"But you didn't had your breakfast" I replied instead of Rohan

" Rohan are you coming ...or shall I leave??" His tone was very serious which hurted me ... I am asking him something can't he answer me properly😒 and they both left

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Later I went to hospital with complete preparation to answer all questions which will be coming out like gun shots by Sushanth. As I entered my cabin I saw a beautiful bouquet with a card  placed on the table  Happy married life Mrs Arjun.. lots of love Sushanth❤️

"Congratulations Sona"

I turned back with a confused look...

Cupping his cheeks he complemented " Aww...You look so pretty in your new look Sona "

"But How do you know?"

" Well I promised him that I'll not tell you this...but " he replied sitting on the chair opposite to the table.

" Whom are you talking about ??"

"Your caring husband"

"You met him??"

" Yesterday he asked me to meet him...so we met at the coffee shop..he was worried that how will you face me and my questions as I was not knowing about your marriage and not even invited by you on your special day...he was concerned about our friendship that I might get very angry with you"

"What did he say?"

" The marriage date was fixed in such a hurry where she didn't even get proper time for herself... don't be upset with her..it's completely my fault.. and I apologize for this" were his words

Taking a pause for a moment he continued " he also took my contact number so that he can ask your whereabouts in the hospital if you are not available due to some reasons..this shows how much he cares for you"

"So are you still upset with me??"

" After such a heartful apology from your caring husband how can I be upset Sona ...Chalo we'll meet later .. I have to take rounds"

"Hmm"

" I am so happy that a person like Arjun is your life partner.... he loves you a lot  " he said while leaving.

I am extremely sorry if the chapter is not upto the mark🙏🙏

Thank-you so much for your love and support which motivates me to do better and improve myself.

Out with the old ...in with the new

Wishing everyday of the new year to be filled with achievements..  happiness.. health... prosperity for all of you❤️