Radhika knew if she told Neil about dinner with Arjun...he won't let her go....but she knew Arjun will do what he warned of...she told Prerna that she was going out on location hunt with her team...she went to Teji's place to get ready...Teji wasn't liking it; ''Chashni...why are you doing this''

Radhika; ''Because I don't trust him...if he said he will harm Neil.. he can''

Teji; ''Neil is capable of protecting himself ''

Radhika ; ''I know...but I don't want more mess because of me...he asked for a dinner what harm can he do''

Teji; ''Dinner and a night...what if??''

Radhika cut Teji off; ''He is not a pervert....I offered myself to protect Sam...he never touched me I know him he will not do any such thing...''

Teji; ''Fine....shall I drop you''

Radhika; ''No he will be here in 10 min...Teji promise me Neil will know nothing about this'' Teji nodded...Radhika walked out of Teji's apartment towards Arjun's car...he was standing leaning against his car...with his hands in his pockets...he scanned her from head to toe....today he loved her skin show...it was only for his eyes...but something pricked his heart...she was doing this to keep Neil safe...Arjun moved towards her and looped his arm strongly against her waist...he felt the shiver of her body...he walked along with her towards his car and unlocked the door for her...he took driver's seat and drove off....10 min on the road Radhika exclaimed; ''Sir...We need to go back...I left my bag at Teji's place...''

Arjun; ''I am carrying enough money don't worry''

Radhika; ''No its my clothes for the night'' she ended her sentence in a low note

Arjun smiled; ''Did you plan to wear something sexy for bed...if yes we can go back''

Radhika; ''NO!!!...I mean ...I cannot sleep in this plus I have pair of clothes for tomorrow morning''

Arjun; ''you will have what you need....we are not going back'' Radhika just turned her face away ...she kept hiding her leg peeping from the slit of her dress...Arjun watched her and then caught her arm which was on her thigh..Radhika looked at him shocked...the moment his fingers touched her exposed thigh...she curled her toes... ''Stay calm Radhika...you are more than just a body for me....'' Radhika let go her dress and Arjun pulled his arm back to the steering.

Neil was sitting on his bed with an ice pack on his head .... This was the 5th weird girl he had met...and her demands made Neil go mad....he was shit scared of meeting any girl now...he wanted to speak to Radhika but she was out on location visit...Neil closed his eyes to rent when Prerna entered his room....she some how held her laughter ...she cleared her throat and made a serious face; ''Neil ...one of my friends daughter ...I like her you need to meet her on Sunday''

Neil all frustrated ; ''I am not going to any girl now... what varieties of girls you are bringing for me I mean they are not even human....I feel they are sadist ... I am so scared for myself and my dignity ... they are animal...and today you sent me alone .... You have no concern for your only son''

Prerna hid her laughter behind her coughing; ''don't worry ... Radhika or Teji will accompany you ''

Neil ; ''No Teji... only Radhika... Teji ran away when I called for help... I will not go without Chashni ''

Perna; ''Ok don't worry Radhika will go with you once she is back I will ask her to accompany you...now sleep...I will get you black coffee and a Disprin ...take rest''

Prerna walked out of Neil's room....she went to the kitchen and laughed her heart out...now it was time for Neil to realize his love for Sam...Prerna dialled Teji and Teji answered immediately... ''How is Neil aunty...that girl scared me too.... her questions were so weird ... she wanted to know if Neil can cook and clean... she even wanted her husband to be a good baby sitter...and when Neil said...he is open to hire a help she started screaming ...cursing male species that they just wanted to exploit female and should be punished severely ... Neil responded that he will hire a male help....that girl went more wild ...stating that men like Neil were a black spot on the society ... as men like him think that its only wife's job to take care of home... and they just throw money to hire help...but will never would do or appreciate what a female does...I mean even I am scared to marry now....

Prerna; ''Stop over reacting Teji...the girl what we asked her to do ...you better stop overreacting''

Teji; ''Aunty...please ask the Next girl to be little less violent...this one was throwing drinks and food on Neil ... that is why I ran away...Neil must have paid for all the smashing she did''

Prerna; ''Cut the crap... Neil will be meeting one more girl tomorrow evening ....do something to get Sam there ... and before that make sure she is on fire ... tomorrow we will patch them...'' Prerna disconnected after explaining Teji.

Radhika entered the restaurant with Arjun...it was completely empty ... Radhika looked around; ''are we at the right venue''

Arjun wrapped his arm around her waist... '' Yes darling....I booked it completely for tonight ... I wanted to be alone with you...shall we'' Arjun gestured Radhika to move in ...she obliged as she walked forward Arjun noticed something dark on her back near her shoulder which her thick dark hairs were hiding ...he quickly moved towards her and removed her hairs...what he saw made his heart swell with happiness .... His name was inked in a beautiful way .... Radhika turned around with a jerk on his touch to face Arjun...what she saw made her shiver...Arjun's eyes were full of passion and possessiveness .... Radhika averted her eyes and moved to the table which was beautifully decorated with candles and rose petals ... Radhika and Arjun took their places opposite to each other....Arjun was enjoying her discomfort ; ''If you don't have any feelings for me then why is my name inked on your body''

Radhika; ''It was a mistake...I wanted something else... but in a hurry I worte a wrong word''

Arjun; '' You wrote what you heart wanted ....''

Radhika; '' Sir , a human mind is completely occupied by only two things...one what person loves the most or the one he or she hates the most ...may be my mind was occupied with something or someone I hate the most...''

Arjun smiled; ''Really????... So why are you keeping it''

Radhika; ''I have already taken appointment to get it removed''

Arjun; ''How will you remove it from your heart''

Radhika; ''Sir ... I think there is no point talking about my heart ....can we order something'' Arjun ordered champagne ...he gestured the waiter to serve ...Radhika looked worried ; ''Sir I don't take hard drinks...''

Arjun; '' take it today for Neil...his career '' Arjun smirked looking at her innocent face... her discomfort was so evident...But after few minutes Radhika lifted the glass and finished the drink in one go... Arjun smiled; ''Well done...Neil is really important for you''

Radhika looked ; ''He is because ... he stood by me when no one else did ... ''

Arjun; ''Agreed! he did stood like a rock... but can you answer one question...do you hate me'' Radhika lifted her alchol affected eyes ....tears had started brimming in them...she laughed ... ''Hate ...!!! That word never existed in my dictionary ... I just knew to be good to people spread happiness ... no Sir I don't hate you ...but you have a weird relationship with my tears...whenever I think of you they make their way out of my eyes...why Sir can you answer that...???

Arjun knew alcohol had started its affect ... he felt the pain in her voice...he decided to divert her mind...Arjun knew to get everything out of her heart she has to more drunk... but before another drink... he extended his hand ..; ''Can I have a dance Radhika''

Radhika smiled like a doll ...and gave her hand Arjun pulled her close...wrapping his arm completely around her this waist...Radhika wrapped her arm around his neck...and started grooving with him...Arjun in between his dance would hand over the glass to her ...his intention today was to get her drunk...and pull everything out of her heart...

Samrat cam to Piyali's room ...these days talking to Piyali was becoming very difficult she wasn't rude but there interaction was more formal ... Samrat was desperate to get Piyali's affection back .. . he watched her reading sitting on the rocking chair... after gathering strength he spoke ; ''Piyu can we talk''

Piyali looked at him with a dead expression; ''yes...but what is left to talk ''

Samrat; ''for how long will we go like this....Piyu please talk to me... curse me...reprimand me...but please say something''

Piyali; ''What should I say....fine tell me Samrat why couldn't you tell me about Nandini yourself.... If you were sorry you should have told me long back....I would have been at peace ...but for so many years you pretended to be a perfect husband... weren't you guilty when you came to me after visiting Nandini ... even if I forgive you today ... can you do something about the guilt Sam is living in... she is no more the girl I knew....she is crying for forgiveness...and Radhika the girl whom we knew just for few months went over board to protect Sam... Radhika warned you ...Nandini was infront of you yet you went along with engagement and Marriage....your single word good have saved all of us... tell me Samrat what should I do...

Samrat; ''Can you forgive me''

Piyali; '' you lied for so many years Samarat I think youshouldbe patient for forgiveness... pray that Sam gets her happiness... may be some day you might get it too''

After an hour Radhika was completely drunk and was singing and laughing like a 5-6 yr old girl .... ''Sir what was this .. its so good I feellike flying and so light....I want to dance.... '' Radhika got up and started dancing weiredly...she slipped and Arjun held her...Radhika kept blinking like a robot ...and smiled Arjun fell in love with her innocence again...he gently made her stand...cleared the bill and drove of with her to his house... once inside..he made her sit...and gave her a glass of water.... Radhika refused and then ask; ''why did you bring me here...what do you want Sir''

Arjun; ''Can you forgive me Radhika ...''

Radhika; ''I am not angry... ''

Arjun ; ''Then why can't you come back back....''

Radhika kept looking at his face...her eyes started watering; ''because I don't want to...because I don't trust you... you were quite when I was being blamed... you pushed me for that fake marriage...and I was blamed... my character was targeted ....what was my fault ...tell me sir... no one forgave me when I got married to you...

Then why am I expected to forgive that easily... '' Radhika got up and walked towards Arjun with shaky steps... she came close to him and looked at him; ''Sir if I wanted I could have framed you too....but I saved you ... you know Why?? Because quite...Why???... I know everyone knows the truth...but what about me ... ...will those scars just heal like that... and you only said that I wasn't look able or presentable then why do you want a plain jane like me in your life''

Arjun held her arms and emotionally replied ; ''because I love you more than my life...I cannot live a single moment without you....please I am dying each second .... You left my house but you never left my heart... each moment of my life craves for your smile...your touch... do you have feelings for me'' Arjun held her close and screamed shaking her vigorously ; ''tell me ...do you love me''

Radhika smirked moved out of his arms; ''Yes I do ... but love without trust is of no worth...'' Radhika again walked and stood infront of him...held his arm and kept it on his heart... ''Sir .... Now tell me am I wrong in distrusting you...ask your self...do you know how many times I died...when my Dad said his daughter was dead for him....when Sam said that girls like just look for one chance to trap rich guys like you... Sir when you love some one you stand by them protect them....wy didn't you... what was my fault just that I tried protecting someone innocent...and why are we wasting our time in all this rubbish... you wanted a night with me... so go ahead... I won't stop you not even for a second...'' Radhika stood in the middle of the room...inviting Arjun..... Arjun felt disgusted of himself.... He cursed himself for scaring such a beautiful soul... he walked towards her and Radhika...she without blinking kept looking into his eyes....Arjun brushed his knuckle on her face...and Radhika took a sharp intake of breath...she came to him for Neil but she wasn't ready ...her heart started racing.... Arjun leaned and Radhika turned away...Arjun lifted her and placed her on the bed...leaning on her...Radhika closed her eyes tightly...Arjun pulled the blanket on her surprising her... '' I agree I did wrong ... but today it pained really bad... Radhika I am many things but not a pervert ...why would I take the advantage of the one girl I loved the most...I am sorry ...from my heart....curse me slap me... punish me but come back...please....Arjun will die without you''

Arjun placed his forehead on hers....pleading her to come back...his tears of apology fell on Radhika's face... she as if possessed cupped his cheek and wiped his tears; ''Sir... you will get a good girl who will love you and fill your life with happiness....let me go... I am no more the one you fell for''

Arjun frowned; ''I don't want any girl... I want you... just you ...only you...my heart craves for you.... my ears want to hear your non stop blabbering....my eyes only search for your face and my arms they want to hold you till they have life in them... tell me what should I do...'' Arjun cupped her cheek and kissed her forehead eyes...then cheeks... Radhika was little surprised with sudden move...she held his wrist firmly...curling her toes ... her breathing turned hard... her mind said this was wrong...but heart just wanted to experience his touch so desperately......Arjun moved and kissed her neck... Radhika let out a grasp...and tilted her neck...Arjun realised he was losing himself...he kept his palms on either side of Radhika...looked at her angelic face...he placed one chaste kiss on her forehead...covered her and moved out of the bed ; ''Radhika...I wouldn't have harmed Neil even if you would have refused me this date...I am just asking for a chance...and I will keep trying till you agree...its late you should sleep... there are few clothes in my cupboard you can change I am going to sleep in the hall...Arjun left the room... Radhika sat on the bed and touched her forehead eyes cheeks and neck were he kissed...she lifted her fingers to her lips and kissed them gently; ''Wish I could trust you''

Sam was working ...she checked time it was past midnight...but sleep left her long back since the day she had heard of Neil meeting prospective brides...she was restless...she was not able to concentrate on anything ...but what irritated her was that Neil behaved as if nothing happened... Sam knew Teji had gone very close to Neil ..she picked up her phone and dialled teji...Teji answered all sleepy; ''Please call in the morning''

Sam angrily ; ''Don't you dare hang up''

Teji jumped; ''S....Sam...why did call at this hour''

Sam; ''Just answer my questions....has Neil finalized on any girl''

Teji; ''No...but he is meeting one tomorrow...she is Prerna aunty's friend's daughter...I think this will be the one''

Sam; ''Shut up..! tell me where is he meeting her...and don't lie...because I will murder you''

Teji; ''Barista ... close to Neil's place 3:00 PM'' Sam disconnected ...her POV...'Neil stop me if you can' Teji smiled at the phone ...'poor BOSS'

Radhika woke up and moved out of the room... she found Arjun twisting and turning on the sofa which was small for his height...he looked so innocent lovable...she sat close to his face and caressed his hair...she moved her fingers through his hair....Arjun calmed...she got up...and brought a blanket...pulled a chair to support his legs...after coving him...she kissed his forehead...and whispered; ''Bye Sir'' Radhika quickly moved to the room... opened his cupboard and found few new ethnic attires there ...she recalled how he said that that she will get what she needs....she pulled one when a box fell off the cupboards...Radhika knew the box...she had tried opening it in the past..but today it was lying on the floor...unlocked with all its contents scattered..Radhika was pained...Arjun had kept her anklet...her bracelet.. ...her mangalsutra and the letter she wrote... she searched more and found her scarf...safely kept...Radhika was curious now she move to the dressing table and found her vermillion box..intact the way she left...Radhika ''s knees turned week...she wiped her tears took a quick shower and changed..she wanted to leave .. when she came out she collided with Arjun...Radhika's emotion were at there peak.. she didn't knew how to hide them from Arjun... Arjun saw her all nervous ...; ''radhika are you fine ... is anything wrong''

Radhika; ''I am late need to leave...'' radhika moved past Arjun her held her hand and smiled at her... '' Can we meet again...let us start our courtship now...let's make a new beginning '' Radhika's vision was blurred with tears...she knew he loved her...and she loved him...but she wanted more... or her heart had turned stubborn...she composed herself and spoke; '' Sir.... I am getting late I have to leave... ''She pulled her hand and ran away from there...Arjun watched her running away...his POV ; ' I will try till my last breath'

Radhika reached Neil's place and Prerna narrated everything....Radhika decided to accompany Neil... as it was a Saturday....

Radhika and Neil entered Barista ...Radhika gestured neil towards the table where the girl was waiting for him...Neil clutched Radhika's arm ; ''Chashni...I am scared...promise me you will save me''

Radhika rolled her eyes ; ''Fine ...now go'' Radhika took a corner table and messaged Teji... Teji acted and informed Sam as if he feared losing his job....The girl turned out to be really nice and sensible....Neil started interacting with her and was comfortable with her....after few minutes Sam dashed inside the coffee shop...She looked around and found Neil smiling and chatting with a girl...Sam fumed ...she angrily walked to Neil...Neil was surprised to Sam standing there...before he could utter a word...Sam grabbed Neil by his collar...pulled him up and pressed her lips on Neil's....Neil was shocked...his pupil dilated...he lifted his arms but couldn't hug Sam...he was standing like a statue...Sam went on deepening her kiss...she lowered Neil and herself on the table still kissing him... Sam broke the kiss leaving Neil surprised...she smiled wiped her lips ... ''Neil you are delicious'' Neil blinked and looked around...and found everyone looking at them in shock... Sam turned to the girl... ''Sorry...dear but this guy is mine...and today I branded him as mine...'' The girl looked at Neil who was lost...she left but gave a thumbs up to Radhika before leaving...Sam held Neil's collar gain; ''Try being with someone else...and I will ruin you for any girl...'' Sam left bewildered Neil and walked out...Neil's POV 'Why the hell every girl is trying to molest me' Radhika updated Prerna ...and then looked at the sky to thank the almighty...she composed herself and moved inside to lend support to her disturbed friend Neil.

Monday.

Anuj was restless....Arjun was eating him away...and now he has also lost his sleep... he had fallen for radhika...Bonnie watched him pacing in the office...and looking at Radhika's place and then his watch...he was restless....once Radhika entered a smile came on his lips he quickly called her inside...Bonnie was scared ...she impatiently waited for Radhika to come out...After 10 min...Radhika dashed out of Anuj's cabin..she ran to her place picked her bag and left... Bonnie knew there was no point talking to Anuj...she dialled Arjun... '' Arjun ....Anuj proposed Radhika ''

Bird Song

Arjun disconnected his eyes turned murderous.... ''I am good only for my Radhika ... you did wrong very wrong....now watch your destruction''