Arohi's POV

It's been a week since I started to work with Rohan and he never leaves a chance to irritate me. It's getting worse day by day. But the good thing is that I've become immune to all his bullshit now. Yes, I've involuntarily picked up his swearing habit. But I don't swear out loud like him, just only when needed.

Apart from that Rohan Nanda doesn't affect me at all.

I shifted to Rohan's house two days ago. I had to to do that. Rohan used to call me for work at any time, literally anytime!

A few days back

I was sleeping peacefully when I heard my phone ring. I took my phone and looked at the time, it was 2 in the morning. And the person who was calling me was, of course, Mr. Rohan Nanda!

I picked the call and pressed the phone against my ear. I turned to the side, on my bed, with eyes closed.

"Come here right now! I've some idea for the new song, we will write it now." I heard his voice from the other side. Before I could say anything he hung up. Was he even serious?!

I called him back and waited for him to pick up.

"Hello! Rohan? It's 2 AM. I'm sleeping. I can come early in the morning." I said as soon as he picked. I just don't wanna leave my darling bed!

"I already warned you about that, didn't I? So you have to come no matter what. Remember, you signed the contract. And I'm not a morning person, I can't wake up early."

"OK. I'm coming in half an hour." That's all I said. There was no point, he was right and I hated that fact.

Now I have to leave...

I felt very sad to leave my bed, but I have to go, I signed that damn contract without reading it completely. I got up with great difficulty and got dressed. Thank God! I got a cab as soon as I came out of the hotel. I messaged Vivek that I'm going to Rohan's. I was so sleepy and I had to try hard to keep myself awake throughout the cab drive. I don't know how I will write the song in this condition.

After a long ride, I finally reached Rohan's place. I hurriedly paid the cab driver and got into the house, the door was left open, maybe Rohan has kept it open for me.

"You are 20 minutes late Arohi. Do you know that?" He asked as soon as he saw me. He was seated comfortably on the couch in the living room.

"Yeah, actually..." I was trying to explain myself but he cut me mid-sentence. I'm not surprised! When have Rohan Nanda listened to others anyway! Others have to listen to him.

"You know what Arohi? I just don't care about your stupid reason. I lost my mood and now I want to sleep, so you can leave."
With that said, he was gone. I stood there like a complete fool! I just hate him! I really do! He didn't even care about how I will get back to the hotel. I even sent that cab guy away. For a moment I felt like going up and bang his head on the wall. But with a lot of difficulties, I controlled myself and took few deep breaths to calm myself.

I called Vivek and told him to come and pick me up. I felt bad for waking him up, but I had no other way. I didn't want to disturb Raghav either, well...also I didn't know if I could control myself if I pass by Rohan's door, I might go in and do bang his head. I was that mad at him.

I couldn't sleep that night...

Present day

Not just that day, he did that many times. Calling me and then sending me away saying he lost his mood. I know why he did that. He just wants me to quit, but I'm not a quitter and I wouldn't give up no matter what. So I decided to pack my bags and shift to his house. It took me a lot of effort to put aside my ego and move into his house because he had already warned me at the beginning and he succeeded in making me shift to his house.

Well, things only became worse here as I was exposed to him 24×7. Now even Vivek had to leave for India. He really didn't want to leave but he had to go because of some urgent work. Before he left he asked Raghav to take care of me like I was a 5-year-old kid. Then again, Vivek has always been protective of me and especially with Rohan around he was becoming extra protective. Can't blame him, Rohan and I fight like dog and cat.

Vivek left after Raghav assured him that he is there with me and will take care of me. And I stood there like an idiot between them. Like seriously! I'm an adult, I can take care of myself for God's sake!

As far as work is concerned, things are going great! Rohan and I finished writing two songs till now and they have come out pretty well.  I'm really happy with the outcome. We have yet to go for the composition and recording part. That's another thing. But, it is the only thing good happening in my life right now.

I walked out of my room and came to living area. Raghav and Rohan were already present there.

"Arohi, we have a party to attend today!" Raghav said excitedly looking at me.

"What party?" I asked as I sat next to him on the couch.

"Mr. Ben, the CEO of Rohan's label, The Universal Music is throwing a small party at his place to celebrate the collaboration of Rohan with you." He moved closer to me, bringing his face near my ear. "In short, the party is for you." He whispered the last sentence in my ears so that only I could hear it. But Rohan heard it and shot us a look.

"Okay....but I'm not a party person, you know.." I was not really excited about that party news. I don't like parties, every time I go to a party, I always end up in a corner staring at people drinking and dancing and basically having fun in their way. I was never a people's person, I never wished to be one. I always find peace in my alone time and with my close friends and family, and of course music!  I'm a very private person, I never talk about my personal life in media or with anyone. Not that there is anything interesting, my life is pretty much boring and I don't think anyone will be interested.

"Neither am I Arohi. But Mr. Ben is throwing this party for you so you must be there. Plus he needs to meet you too. Trust me you will love him. He is such a crazy funny old guy." He finished smiling at me.

"OK then, I'll come. Anyway, it's important for me to meet him." I said returning his smile.

"Don't worry, we'll have fun," Raghav said winking at me. I let out a small laugh. Now, I was excited at this time things may be a little different because I have a company!

But there was someone who was not so excited sitting across from us, pretending to read a magazine. Rohan was really quiet during our conversation and was stealing glances at us. I could tell he was jealous of me as Raghav hung out with me more these days and we were becoming good friends. Rohan was being possessive of Raghav and that was really cute!

"Arohi.." Raghav said after a while. "Do you want to go shopping? We could go, you know. If you want to buy something for tonight. I'll take you." Raghav asked me and I saw Rohan again looking up at us from whatever he was reading.

"I..." I was beginning to say something when...

"NO!" Rohan yelled at Raghav. We both were a bit startled; Raghav being completely clueless.

"Why not?"  Raghav asked Rohan confused.

"Because.... because..." He stopped and said after a few moments of thinking. "Yes! Because we have to meet Stella, remember? We have a meeting with her." He finished.

"Yeah. But it's tomorrow not today Rohan." Raghav answered he was still confused at Rohan's sudden change in behavior.

"Whatever, you are not going anywhere Raghav. We have to go somewhere." Rohan said with a stern look.

"Like where?"

"I'll tell you. Come let's go." With that Rohan got up looking at Raghav, while Raghav was still confused.

"I said let's go Raghav! I'll be waiting for you outside. You better come fast." Before leaving from there Rohan shot me an angry look and I gave him a big smile. He looked irritated and walked away. That guy will never admit in a million years what Raghav really meant to him. He has so much ego in him to admit that he really loved Raghav like his lil brother. I starting to get to know him better with each days passing. And I know him enough to say that he was not what he showed to the world.

"What the hell happened to him all of a sudden?" Raghav thought out loud with his one hand holding his chin and looking at nowhere in particular. I smiled at his posture and said "Its OK, go with him. He is just being possessive of you." I gave him a knowing smile when he looked at me.

"Well then... But what about you? Do you have anything good to wear?" He asked as he got up, looking down at me.

"Yeah, I think so. Don't worry about that. But, Raghav...is it true?" I asked him with a serious face.

"What?"

"Is he really....gay?"  We both looked at each other for a few moments before we burst out laughing.

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It was almost 7 PM and I thought of getting ready for the party. We were leaving by 8 and I didn't want to be late. With a lot of searching and digging through my wardrobe, I found one black dress. It was classy and simple. It was a little short for my comfort but I couldn't find anything good.  Raghav and Rohan didn't return till 6 so I couldn't go for shopping. I thought of going alone but I was not very familiar with the city and this was definitely not a time for an adventure.

At last, I decided to go with that dress, anyway I don't care how I look. I wasn't that excited about that party anymore as I was in the morning. I was not good at fashion or makeup so I just kept it natural. I straightened my hair and kept it open and did a very little or no make-up. Then I wore that dress, and a choker because I thought it went well with the dress. I never used it before so I may as well use it today. I didn't have many accessories with me except for that.

Finally, when I was done, I took a look at myself in the mirror. It was OK, I guess. I was not sure. I don't want to walk into that huge party looking like a fashion disaster. I don't wanna go! I felt really insecure with the dress and the way I look. It was a small yet a grand formal party which is attended by some big people from the industry including Rohan. It was also for me and I look like a mess. No, I don't wanna go.

"Arohi are you ready?" I heard Raghav asking from the other side of the door. I took one last look at myself and let out a deep breath. Why am I feeling scared? What's the need? It's just a party and since when have I started to care about my looks anyway!? I can totally handle this. It's just that I'm not good at interacting with people...and that's why I hate attending any sort of functions or parties. And my look was not helping me either. But I can totally handle this!

I went and opened the door. Raghav was just looking at me without blinking.

"What...?" I asked. I was already insecure and this guy was not helping with his staring.

"Wow, Arohi! You look gorgeous!" He said with a huge smile. Oh.. really..?! I just smiled at him I was still not convinced with my look.

Rohan was already present there and looked at me for a moment and then turned to Raghav. "Let's go! We are already late." With that, he walked outside.

Raghav looked at me with a mischievous smile. "Let's go Arohi, my Rohan darling is angry because of you." I looked at Raghav and then we started laughing like mad people. No matter what this guy always cheer me up and I was thankful to him for that.

Just then Rohan walked in again and looked at us as if we are aliens. "What's wrong with you both?" He threw us an irritated look and took his car key. "I'm leaving. If any of you want to come then get your ass out!" And then he left without another look at us. We hurriedly followed him controlling our laughter.

To Be Continued...

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So, This is it! The party outfits of Arohi, Rohan and Raghav are given in the media section. 

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