Today special guests were arriving, Ahana kept a list on the table. The list consists of dishes she needs to prepare. Manvi picked it up and started reading it. She was shocked seeing it as there were about 20 dishes.

She eyed Ahana and passed a fake smile to her. She asked, "ye sab banana hai?"

Ahana smirked and nodded in yes.

"Haa.. time dekh rahi ho sirf 2 ghante hai ye sab banane ke liye Di, Aarav aur guests ke aane se pehle ye sab prepare ho jaana chahiye warna aaj Di ke gusse se tumhe Aarav bhi nahi bacha paayega" She said in a threatening tone.

She stretched her arms "main chali evening nap lene" and went upstairs.

Manvi stamped her foot in anger and said "ye Ahana jaanbujhke itni saari dishes bolke gayi hai 2 ghante mein ye dishes aur mithai kaise banegi?"

She headed to the kitchen and was in a dilemma from where to start. Just then someone tapped her shoulder, she turned and was about to scream but the person kept his hand on her mouth.

She was surprised to see Aarav. He said in a whispering tone "shh.. Ahana aa gayi na toh meri band baja degi"

She jerked him away and asked in irritated tone "tum itna darte kyun ho apni behenon se?"

"Darta nahi hun samjhi.. Aur tum already 15 minute waste kar chuki ho sochte sochte kaise start karna hai iss tarah toh kal tak bhi tum ye sab nahi bana paogi" he said, passing her a look.

She sighed and made a face.

"I will help you," He said with a smile.

She nodded and they started preparing the dishes. Just then they heard Ahana approaching downstairs. Aarav panicked, if she saw him then she would inform Bulbul Di and he would be in big trouble as he lied to Bulbul Di.

"Aarav beta tu bura fasa hai behen aur pyar ke beech" he murmured and searched for a place to hide.

Manvi suggested "khidki ke bahar jao"

He rushed and jumped off the window. Manvi had a sigh of relief, she then engaged in cooking again pretending to be unknown of Aarav's presence.

Ahana entered the kitchen and glanced at her, she was shocked seeing most of the dishes ready. She was doubtful how she prepared all this and that alone?

She asked "koi aaya tha yahan?"

Manvi gave her an innocent reply "nahi toh.."

She was suspicious, Ahana glanced at the whole kitchen. She saw the window open, she went towards it and Manvi bit her nails in nervousness.

Ahana eyed outside but found everything normal. She shut the window and walked out of the kitchen. Manvi smiled "bach gayi.. Par ye Aarav gaya kaha?"

She thought to ask him later as she still had chapatis to prepare. She quickly prepared them and went out of the kitchen. She sat down on the couch tiredly, she picked the water glass from the table and was about to drink it but Ahana stopped her.

Manvi glanced at her.. "What??"

"Di, Aarav aur guest aane waale hai zara apni haalat thik karlo" Ahana said, she was extra sweet to Manvi.

Manvi glanced at herself, she was really at a mess. Ahana suggested going to her room, Manvi went and Ahana smiled broadly.

Ahana went to the kitchen and tasted the food, she found the taste of some dishes familiar and smirked "Aarav.. Khudko bahut hoshiyar samajhte ho? Aaj toh tum bhi nahi bachoge di se"

She added some red chilli into the food and extra salt. Ahana rubbed her palm in happiness "ab aayega maza.. Tum mere bhai ke layak ho hi nahi.. Aaj toh Di tumhe chodengi nahi ye challenge yahi khatam hoga"

The doorbell rang, Ahana headed to the main door and opened it. She greeted the guests and welcomed them along with Bulbul and Aarav.

She eyed at Aarav suspiciously he passed her the innocent look.

Aarav thought "thank god main time pe office pahuch gaya Di ke nikalne se pehle aur unke saath hi wapas ghar aa gaya dubara"

The servant served them the water, Bulbul glanced at Ahana and asked for Manvi.

Just then Manvi descended the stairs, she smiled at Bulbul who passed her a serious look.

Bulbul asked "dinner?"

"Ready hai Di.. main abhi dining table pe lagati hun" Manvi spoke with a smile. She went to the kitchen along with a few servants.

Aarav asked the clients to come to the dining. They nodded and settled, Manvi served the food with a smile as she knew Aarav and she had prepared it and there will be no mistake at all. He won't let her down at any cost.

Bulbul, Aarav and the clients tasted the food.

Bulbul coughed badly as the Paneer butter masala was too spicy. Mr. Mehra said "Miss Bulbul Raichand what is this? Aapke servants ko khana banana bhi nahi aata?"

Bulbul glanced at Manvi with a deadly glare. Manvi was confused and looked down in embarrassment.

Mr. Mehra spoke "this is so insulting for us, aapne humhe dinner pe bulaya aur iss tarah ka khana"

"I am very sorry Mr. Mehra" Bulbul apologized calmly.

Ahana saved the day with "Di.. mujhe pta tha isse nahi hoga kuch kaka zara khana layie jo maine banaya tha"

Just then the servant removed the dishes and plates. While others brought the food which Ahana had ordered. Ahana said with a smile "Mr and Mrs Mehra aapko ye khana zaroor pasand aayega"

They ate the food on her request and were satisfied. They were quite impressed with Ahana and praised her for saving family honour.

All the while, Aarav was confused about how Manvi's food got spoiled as he himself helped her and it was delicious that time. Or maybe in a hurry, he added extra chilli and salt?

The clients left after discussing business deals with Bulbul.

Aarav glanced at Manvi, Manvi gave him an innocent look.

Bulbul headed to Manvi and gave her a deadly glare. She shouted, "tumhari wajah se aaj main phir business mein loss kar deti itna sa kaam diya tha tumhe wo bhi nahi hua tumse?"

Manvi silently stared at her with an upset face.

Aarav tried to interrupt but stopped when Bulbul shot him with firing eyes.

Bulbul then glanced at Manvi "late aati ho, upar se lunch time pe nahi bhejti then aaj meri insult hui tumhari wajah se how can you become my brother's wife?" she scolded her badly.

"Sorry.." Manvi finally apologized.

"Oh shut up.. No I can't tolerate you for a second in my house now leave aur mere bhai ki zindagi se bhi chali jao" She spoke harshly.

Aarav was shocked hearing her, he said "Di please.. Abhi 18 din baaki hai na"

"Aarav tumhe really lagta hai ye ladki 18 din mein mujhe aur ahnu ko impress kar paayegi? Galtiyon pe galtiyan kiye jaa rahi hai" She said, giving a look to him.

"Di par.."

"Aarav please, tum aaye they na iski madad karne tab bhi isne gadbad kardi" Ahana added more oil into the fire.

Aarav eyed her shockingly.

Bulbul glanced at him... "Aarav Ahnu kya bol rahi hai?"

He rolled his eyes left and right "Di.. main wo"

Bulbul blamed Manvi again "tumhari wajah se ab mera bhai mujhse jhooth bolne laga hai.. Yahi sikhaya hai tumhare maa baap ne tumhe haan?"

Manvi had it enough, she can't tolerate it anymore and shouted "enough.. Aap jaanti kya mere maa baap ke baare mein? Nothing right toh don't blame them"

Aarav sighed as Manvi was messing it up more.

Ahana glared at Manvi and shouted "how dare you speak in loud tone with my Di?"

Aarav opened his mouth to speak but Ahana shut him with "chup hi raho tum Aarav.. Koi aur ladki mili hi nahi tumhe iss chudail ke alawa"

Bulbul eyed at Manvi "get out of the house now"

Manvi glanced at Aarav with teary eyes, he was standing helplessly.

She rushed out of the house passing him a look, Aarav sighed deeply.

He looked at Bulbul "di main.."

But sighed in disappointment and went upstairs, followed by Ahana.

Aarav sat down on the couch with a thud holding his head "hey bhagwan kaha fas gaya main.. Maine pyar kyun kiya yaar?" he cursed himself. 

To be continued..

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