Part 7 Declaration

Arnav was leaning on the recliner, closing his eyes. He was thinking about Khushi. What will be her answer to his offer? Her answer must be YES. She won't deny it. She needs money... why would she deny it when she gets the whole money in ONE payment? He was so confident that Khushi will not deny him.

Arnav opened his eyes, hearing the door opening sound. He saw Anjali entering. Arnav sat straight. He knew why she was there. She was going to ask him about his girlfriend. She would demand him to bring her to RM. What was he going to do now? He got ready to handle Anjali in ASR's way. But, as Arnav didn't expect, Anjali came up with an unexpected BOMB.

*Chotte, I and Shyamji are leaving YOUR house...* Anjali said choking.

Arnav stood from the recliner, shockingly. He never expected Anjali would take such a shocking decision. Anjali took a step to leave his room. Arnav rushed to her and stopped her, coming in front of her.

*Di... please don't do that... * he pleaded.

*No, Chotte...*

*Di, should not I love a girl I like? Don't I have the right to choose my partner? * He came straight to the point.

*I'm not saying so, Chotte. You have all the right to love anyone you like. But, you too try to understand. We forced you to marry Lavanya. I agree we should not have done that... but, you would have told me about it before. Why didn't you, Chotte? Am I torturing you or what? Don't you feel to open your heart to your DI? * she asked sadly.

Arnav's mind worked faster. He has to stop Anjali. At the same time, he has to save Aman's relationship also. He brought her to the bed and made her sit on it. He kneeled in front of her.

*I'm sorry, Di... I didn't tell you because I have a reason...* he stopped.

*What reason...? * she searched for an answer in his eyes.

Arnav sighed.

*She is an Orphan, Di...* He said gulping down.

Anjali was lack of words. The great Arnav Singh Raizada was in a relationship with an orphan girl...!

*I know you would get shocked. I have no idea how you guys would react to it. That's why I didn't open it up with you. She has no one to question her like you guys are questioning me. And, one more thing... I'm sorry to say Di. I...*

*Tell me Chotte...*

*I... married to her* he said hesitating.

*Whaaaat! Did you get married to her? What are you saying Chotte...? This is not fun* Anjali was shocked like hell.

*She is insecured, Di. She was scared because I'm a multi millionair. She thought I would leave her. To make her feel secure, I married her... she has no one other than me, Di. I had no choice other than to marry her to make her secure and safe. I hope you understand me and my situation...*

Anjali couldn't come out of the shock. She was looking at him blankly. They got married... it's over... there is no use in being stubborn or getting angry with them. She looked at Arnav. Her Chotte is married. If he didn't care about anything to marry her to make her feel safe, her Chotte should love her deeply. She has to respect his feelings. That's what a good sister does.

*Di, please... she is my wife... no one can change it anymore...*

Cutting him,

*Ok... happened is happened... yes, we can't change it. if you want us to be with you in this house, you have to listen to me and obey my condition* she demanded but her voice sounded a little sweet.

Arnav nodded yes. He guessed what his sister will ask for.

*Bring her to RM. She is unsecured because you are the reason* she said with an angry pout.

*Me? *

*Instead of marrying her, you should have brought her here. She would be fear-free if she is treated as one among us. We would have grandly performed your marriage...*

Arnav was silent. That's why he said she was his wife. He knew Raizadas will try to get them married if he says Khushi is his girlfriend. To avoid the scene only he said they were already married.

*It's enough of everything, Chotte. Bring her here. This is the place where she should be... you are her husband Chotte... how could you let her be...*

*Di... I can't tolerate if anyone says anything to her...*

*Chotte... no one will say anything... trust me...*

She stopped.

*Where is she? Where are you keeping your wife? *

*In a working women's hostel*

*Whaaaat! Is she staying in a women's hostel? * she asked shockingly.

Arnav nodded yes.

*Is Arnav Singh Raizada's wife staying in a women's hostel? *

He nodded again.

*Is she working in AR? *

*No, Di. She doesn't want our relationship to be criticized... so, she denied working in AR * Arnav said.

*How concerned she is for you...! and you... letting her be in a hostel... Go and bring her right away...* she ordered.

Arnav got stuck.

*Di, she is not in Delhi now*

*Where is she? Just yesterday, she was in Delhi... Shyamji saw her with you...*

*She left Delhi yesterday night only. That's why she met me before leaving Delhi* Arnav built a story beautifully.

*Where did she go? *

*She went for a camp with the HOME children*

*Oh... when will she come back to Delhi? *

*In two or three days*

*Ok... after that, she should not be in the hostel. Ask her to go anywhere from RM. She is our Bahu. Understand the value of the title*

Arnav nodded ok.

*What's her name? * There was a soft smile on Anjali's lips.

*Khushi...* Arnav couldn't resist smiling.

*Khushi Singh Raizada... Good... don't worry. I will manage everything. We have two days in our hands. I will make everyone understand...*

*Thanks Di...* Arnav hugged Anjali.

*Why don't you get fresh yet? Feeling bad not seeing your wife? * she started teasing.

Arnav smiled softly.

*Don't worry, she will be with you after three days...* Anjali said.

*I'm not sure di...*

*Why? *

*She is a tough nut to crack you know...*

Anjali raised her brows perplexed. She is a TOUGH NUT and Arnav says that?

*Means...? *

*I have tried many times to bring her out of the hostel. I have even gifted a house for her... but she didn't accept it*

*Why? *

*If she accepts it then, I will visit her often... stays with her... and people would start gossiping...*

*I think she is not wrong... I'm so happy about her, Chotte. She has morals... *

Arnav nodded yes.

*I'm so curious to meet her, Chotte... please ask her to come here. If she is not interested to come here, I will talk to her*

*I will take care of her, Di. She won't deny this time because It's you who wants her here...*

Anjali nodded ok smilingly.

*I'm sorry for forcing you to marry Lavanya...*

Arnav smiled slightly.

*I would not have done that if you had told me about Khushi. I thought you are not at all interested in marriage. That's why I supported Shyam as you and Lavanya are friends...*

*That's ok, Di... relax...* he shared a gentle hug with Anjali.

Anjali left his room.

Arnav has no choice other than to bring Khushi to RM now. but don't know what made him declare his marriage to Anjali before knowing Khushi's stance. Maybe, Arnav strongly believed Khushi will agree to ACT as his wife...

To be continued...

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NO from Khushi

The next day

Anjali waited for Arnav to go to AR to tell Raizadas about Arnav and Khushi because Anjali didn't want Raizadas to react weirdly in front of Arnav. So, she waited until Arnav leaves.

*I need to talk to you guys...* Anjali said.