The next thing we know everything is going with a bang. I have been busy closing all the deals and meetings on schedule. It's been a hectic day every day.

Avni and I barely had time to interact these past couple of days not that any of us is really looking forward to it but just to make this feel more real I took her out for two dates.

I also had a little celebration with my father and Avni's father along with her elder brother. It was meant to be a simple dinner at a restaurant because it was 'yes' from both sides but I found myself feeling a little anxious under Aaron's gaze.

He was observing my every move and while I felt frustrated I couldn't do anything about it. Isn't it like I am supposed to come in his good books because I am going to be his brother-in-law?

I realize then that Avni was right when you have a brother like Aaron you have to make sure everything is real. The fact that he flew from New York to India just to have dinner wasn't helping.

"You are lucky." He said to me as our fathers we're catching up on the old times.

"For?" I asked him.

"For my sister choose you." He said holding my gaze.

I wasn't sure what I am supposed to say. Agree that I am lucky or say that even she is lucky to have me. I had to be very careful with what I said because apparently, we said the families we kinda love each other.

"I am sure she said to you how tough her breakup was." He continued when I was silent. "The other day she did mention you guys shared your past and kind of love each other now."

"Yes... that's right." I nod. I knew then being with Aaron was a very big real problem until he believes us.

"How did you feel when she shared her past?" He asked taking me by surprise.

I didn't even know why her breakup happened or who broke up Avni or her boyfriend. I didn't even know his name. I would be lying if I said I wasn't nervous.

"I felt sad," I said maintaining a considerable expression.

"For her boyfriend?" He raised his eyebrows.

"Of course not. Why would I feel sad for him?" I had said without thinking even once. It could be a possibility Avni broke up with him.

"You just felt sad." He nodded holding my gaze as if he could read me.

I know he was an experienced man and if we didn't pay enough attention he would catch us off guard. His father on the other hand liked me too much to doubt me but that wasn't the case with Aaron.

"I think I just know my sister a little too well to believe that she fell in love." He chuckled humorlessly. "Did you fall in love?"

"Yeah. Kinda love at first sight." I gave him a small smile trying to not show my nervousness.

"Love at first sight." He repeated. "You don't fall in love just like that, Neil. You get to know the person inside and out, and fall in love with their flaws and perfection."

"Having you say that it was love at first sight." He air quotes the words. "I just understood you fell in love with her appearance, in particular her beauty."

"I know Avni is more than just a beautiful girl," I replied, and when I said that I meant it. "She is more than good looks."

"I just don't think my sister needs a boy who has fallen in love with her at first sight." He looked at me. "Don't fuck this up. She has put her trust in this and I wouldn't be nice if you broke her trust."

"I didn't force your sister to agree," I said feeling a little angry at him. It wasn't like I was forcing Avni to agree to this contract and I hated being treated like I was doing something wrong. It is benefitting both of us.

Though I know Aaron has every right to be protective over his sister and I can't be mad at him for it.

"I know you didn't. She won't let anyone force her." He said. "Considering her breakup I hope you know what I mean."

That conversation with him left me curious about what happened with Avni and her boyfriend.

I am sure Avni's family had no objection when she shared the decision of moving to New York, get married, and settle there. We didn't tell anyone we are shifting just for one year because that would make them suspicious when we get divorced.

It was a whole big show convincing my family to let me do it my way. Dad didn't have a problem with it because just like me he saw it in a business way. We were looking forward to introducing the swimwear and kidswear and it just fits well that we introduce it at Headquarters in New York first.

My grandmother who I refer to as Bebe had a little disagreement over it. She didn't want me to leave for New York.

"I would like to live with my granddaughter-in-law because I am done with my daughter-in-law." She had told me as she narrowed her eyes at my mother.

Her remark didn't settle well with my mother and then she played her card well. "Did your to-be-wife ask you to shift with her?"

When was it easy to win an argument with two women?

It wasn't for me. The theories they drive make my head spin. I mean, how do they think about so startling theories within seconds?

I tried to tell them it was my decision but even though they nodded in the end I knew they don't believe me. I realized I had set a bad impression of Avni when I almost lost the argument with them. They probably assume I am moving because Avni asked me to.

I suggested they can come over and stay any time they like and that seemed to make them feel better not entirely though.

Avni is my father's choice and Bebe doesn't have an objection, she is fine as long as we make this work. That isn't the case with my mother she wanted me to work things with my ex-girlfriend.

These past couple of days have been very hard on me but I am glad I was able to get over them.

As we landed in New York that evening I let out a sigh of relief. We get into a hotel room and settle ourselves there.

I know I need to let Avni know whatever happened with Aaron and we didn't really have time to talk over it. So after we both had freshened up we had a conversation while I sat on the couch and she warmed her hair with a hairdryer.

"Aaron can be a little too much," Avni says after I finish telling her everything. "Don't worry I will handle him."

I nod as I look at her, she walks to the couch and sits down next to me. I shamelessly let my eyes move down her body, she is wearing purple silk pajamas and she looks absolutely hot.

Suddenly the space between us feels too huge and I can feel the pull between us. I look up at her, she purses her lips and gulps slowly as she looks into my eyes.

I look away from her trying to contain myself but the pull and desire are too intense to resist. We are attracted to each other and it's... tempting. I keep my palm on the couch as I shift closer to her. I can literally hear my heart beating hard against my chest as the stillness jumps in the room.

As I sit right beside her with my arm caressing against her I hear her rough breathing. We are both wearing half-sleeves and as our arms brush against each other I can feel my skin burn just with that tinge. Her skin senses smooth and I raise my head to meet her gaze.

I can recognize in her eyes what I sense and I probably know she can detect it in my eyes too. The desire.

"Avni," I mumble and then I shake my head letting out an exasperated breath not comprehending what to say.

"Yeah?" She asks in a low voice as she inches closer to me.

I clench my jaw as I look at her. She is stunningly hot and sexy. I hate that I mind what Aaron said.

You fell in love with her appearance, in particular her beauty.

But it's different. I am not falling for her, it's just a normal desire and I would walk away without a second thought if I didn't see the same desire in Avni's eyes.

I watch as she raises her arm which is brushing against mine then lets her fingers trail down my arm. Her touch is... electrifying.

A smile spreads on her lips feeling satisfied with the reaction. She leans down and I suck in a sharp breath as I feel her hot breath on my face. I anticipate her lips on mine as we gaze into each other eyes.

"Don't think I am going to try to kiss you again." She whispers, her hot breath torturing my lips. "I won't kiss you first."

I feel the back of my neck getting heated as I feel her hand mob up my arm and she grips it before she leans down and presses a kiss on my neck.

It's then I realize I don't give a fuck about my bet. Having the first kiss in public or private doesn't matter right now all it matters is I kiss her.

"And I will kiss you first," I mumble before I let my eyes drop down to her lips. I hear her gasp as I fasten my arm around her waist and then pull her over to me before I crash my lips against hers.