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"I love you Sonakshi... Love you so damn much.." he whispered.

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Sona's POV

I felt suffocated the moment he confessed to me. My eyes widened in fear and I stood there completely numb. Never in my wildest imagination, I thought that a guy like Dev would propose to me. That too, in such a unique way. It felt so sudden. How could I simply love someone whom I know just for a month?

I immediately pushed him away and ran as fast as my legs could carry me. Once I exited the library, I saw Natasha and Jatin standing there impatiently. They looked at me with curiosity and waited for me to explain to them a long story. However, much to their disappointment I ignored them and ran away as fast as I could.

I come from an extremely conservative family. Love and dating were seen like a sin for my family members. If my parents ever come to know about this, they will definitely bury me alive. I didn't know how I could deal with this emotion all at once. Everything looked so wrong. I shouldn't have gone to the lockers room and fed him the Prasad. Maybe I gave him hope?

"Bullshit! You liked him as well" my mind taunted me.

I closed my eyes tightly trying to erase all the events that took place. Everything looked so wrong. The fights, the bet, the touches and finally the kiss. I gave in to him during the kiss. He obviously did not force me. If I had pushed him away he wouldn't have done that but the fault was mine. I kissed him back with all my will. I can't blame him fully.

I came home in a messed-up state. I didn't know how I was going to face everyone normally from tomorrow at college. Guess my bad time had just begun.

Dev's POV

There were too many questions clogging my brain. I still haven't recovered from the mind-numbing kiss that I had just received. Two things were a big surprise to me at that moment.

1. Sonakshi kissing me back and

2. Me proposing to her at the heat of the moment

I didn't know why I got too carried away with the kiss. My plan was to just go scare her with my stunts and tease her a little. But that definitely failed miserably.

The moment she was near me, I just lost my sanity. I did not want to kiss her against her will. I always believed in men giving women their respect and space. Hence the bet was just made for fun. I wanted to just tease and leave her. When she looked at me with her sparkly-eyes, I expected her to argue with me or push me away but she stayed still in her position. Her mouth opened and close almost begging me to close the distance.

The moment she placed her hands on my chest, my senses started to go haywire. I waited for her to push me away but she just stayed glued in her position. I inched closer to her and I could sense her breathing ragging. The feelings definitely felt mutual. She was affected by me as much as I was. Knowing that, I could not stop myself any longer. I wanted to do this badly and I didn't care what the consequences would be. Fighting a mental battle, I finally gave up and instantly latched my lips into hers.

The kiss was extremely erotic and sexy. I could sense that it was her first kiss too, but what shocked me the most was that, she was responding. Her lips were moving in sync with mine and it encouraged me to deepen the kiss. When she broke the kiss for the first time, I gave her time to grasp for some air before taking her lips again. They were damn addictive. I couldn't have asked for a better gift as a winner of the match! I could win hundred matches just for this.

When I felt her clutching my shirt, I knew she was struggling for oxygen. This girl was definitely driving me crazy. I rested my forehead against hers and noticed every small detail on her face. Her eyes were closed and she was panting heavily. I couldn't hold on to the silence anymore and before I could stop myself, the words came out from my mouth.

"I love you Sonakshi.. Love you so damn much.."

The minute I confessed, her eyes widened with fear. She quickly ran away from there like a frightened school girl. I knew these were all new to her. Why was I so impatient? I ruined the moment. I should have waited for her to at least get adjusted to my friendship first. But what to do. I am an impatient man. Phew...

When I went outside, Natasha and Jatin were waiting for my answers. They were clueless on what was happening around them. However, I didn't want to share with them about the kiss as I felt that it was something personal between me and Sonakshi. I smartly answered their questions in a convincing way and left the place.

If you guys are thinking whether I really love Sonakshi, then the answer is a YES. I love her a lot ever since I saw her the first time. I know she does too but she is scared of realizing her feelings.

I have seen the way she looks at me. The way her words get stuck in her throat when she is near me. I have never even dreamt of falling in love with my junior, but Sonakshi was different from the rest. Different from all the other girls I have met in my life. That single reason was enough for me to enter this beautiful phase.

Now my only job was to make her realize her love.

Just wait Sonakshi, I am going to suffocate you with my love that you have will have no choice but to accept your feelings to me.

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Sona's POV

The next day, I was just rolling on my bed, not wanting to get ready for college. I called Pooja and told her that I was not going to college since I was unwell. Of course, it's a lie. She was very suspicious about my behaviour ever since the football match, but I couldn't find the guts to tell her anything about the bet nor the kiss. So, I just told her that I had a headache and I couldn't attend the lectures. I also told her to get the public transport and go to college safely.

About 15 minutes later, I heard my mum shouting and asking me the reasons for not attending college. Despite me telling her that I wasn't feeling well, she didn't seem convinced and kept on bugging me. Typical desi mums!

After a long shower, I heard my mum and Elena talking about some function happening two streets away. They seemed like they always had somewhere to go at some point of time.

"Sona! I am going to Meena aunty's house for a while. Please help me cut some vegetables until then. Don't keep sleeping like a lazy person, okay??" she warned, making me roll my eyes. Okay, finally they were going to leave me alone.

Once Elena and mum left, I finally felt some peace surrounding in the house. This was all I needed today. Real peace.

I went to the kitchen and started to cut the vegetables while singing some random songs. In a few minutes, I heard someone knocking the door. This was so weird. My mother couldn't have returned this early, I thought as I went to open the door. However, the sight there knocked out all the air out of my lungs.

Dev was standing there twirling his bike keys in his fingers. My heart pounded as he looked breathtakingly handsome in his black long-sleeve shirt and jeans. He gave me a wide smile before pushing me and entering my house forcefully. OMG what the hell???

"Excuse me! Please leave the house right now! Who gave you the permission to enter my house?" I questioned him in slightly a higher tone.

"Woah, becoming a tigress are we?" he said with a smirk.

"Why are you here Dev? What's wrong with you? You got what you wanted right? Now leave!!! Please leave....." I kept blabbering while he walked in like he didn't hear me at all.

Suddenly he turned around and pulled my down towards him on the couch, making me land abruptly on his lap. Now my face was facing his and I started to get nervous. I didn't know what he was planning to do, but his intentions never seemed right. Shit, I should have just gone to college.

"I got to know that you didn't go to college. I just came to check whether you were alright or not." he said caressing my hair, moving it behind my ear. I flinched slightly the minute his finger made contact with my skin. Sitting down on his lap made me more conscious. I started fidgeting on his lap when he groaned loudly.

"If you don't want to sit on my lap, it's ok. You can always move away, darling..." he said with a serious expression.

Embarrassment crossed my face as I quickly shifted myself away from him and sat on the opposite couch. I didn't know why I didn't protest when he made me sit on his lap. I should have screamed at made a scene.

"I am fine. I just had a small headache, so I didn't feel like going to college today. Thanks for visiting but you really have to leave before my mum and sister comes. They will really be mad. Please for once just listen to me.." I pleaded with him and he listened to me patiently.

He slowly walked towards me and kneeled down. Grabbing my hands, he kissed my knuckles.

"Sonakshi...I confessed something to you yesterday and you never gave me any answers. Today, I want to know what's in your mind. Do you want to tell me yourself?" he asked softly. His eyes never left mine even for a second. Now this was getting way too much for me as I pulled away from him and stood up.

"My answer is NO! Come on Dev! I know you barely for a month and you already proposed to me. What the hell is wrong with you? Is this how you treat all your Juniors?" I asked him with a hint of frustration in my voice.

He immediately left my hand as he slowly took steps towards me. With every step of his, I moved back. When my back hit the wall, he finally managed to cage me in his arms.

"I don't treat my juniors like this Sonakshi......Because they are all not you...and...." he softly whispered biting my ears slightly. I hissed in pleasure.

"and??" I asked breathlessly.

"Yesterday was my first kiss Sonakshi." he said, making me completely shocked.

I didn't believe him but I could see that his eyes were not lying. There was no humour in his voice. He was really serious. I didn't expect me to be his first kiss. That was just so unexpected. My voice got weaker as his hands trailed from my waist to my back. His fingers slowly traced the entire length towards my neck. I knew he could feel my bra straps through the thin material.

I placed my hands on his chest, preventing him from leaning closer.

"Dev....please...leave" I stuttered.

"Did the kiss mean anything to you Sonakshi?"

*Silence*

"Do I affect you as much as you affect me?"

*Silence*

"Do you love me?"

*Silence*

"Why are you avoiding me?...Is it your parents?"

*Silence*

"Do you want me to kiss you again?"

"NOOOO!" I yelled. I covered my mouth immediately and Dev chuckled seeing my reactions.

"Breathe Sona..." he whispered seductively, making me melt like an ice-cream.

I pulled myself from him and gave him a stern 'NO' look.

"Look, if you want to stay here, it's your wish! I give up. You always wanted to see me in trouble right? Fine, sit here and I am going inside." I told him angrily as I was too pissed to entertain him. Why does he have to be so difficult?

"I WILL GO ONCE YOU ADMIT YOUR LOVE TO ME JAAN!!!" he screamed for the living room, making me grunt in annoyance.

Once I went to the room, I locked the door and sat down dejectedly. I did not know what to do. Just then I heard my mum's voice. I quickly opened my window from the room and saw my sister and mum walking towards my house.

Fear engulfed me as I started to perspire in this cold climate. I just closed my eyes shut blaming my fate to take the decision. Ding Dong!! I heard the door bell ringing. I got confused as I know the door was left ajar when Dev walked in. Not knowing what to expect, I quickly left the room and slowly walked towards the hall. Much to my delight, the entire living room was empty. Where did he go?

"Sonakshi!!!! How long do you think we should wait outside??" I heard my mum shouting outside.

I quickly rushed out and opened the door for them while still keeping my eyes around the house. That whole day my mind was restless. Dev! He was everything I could think of. Part of my brain told me that he wasn't playing with my feelings. But part of me refused to accept that he really wanted me as his girlfriend. Who could believe the most dashing and rich guy of the college would fall in love with a simple middle-class girl?

Too many things were keeping my mind occupied, but there was one thing that I realized after all.

I loved him! I was scared to open up my feelings to him. I was scared about my family's reaction and the friends around us. I was too scared to even think how would people judge our relationship in the public. What if everyone starts to call me a gold-digger?

Letting my mind wander around, I let sleep overtake me.

Flashback continues...

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Precap : Sonakshi trapped in a secluded place!