Arushi's POV

Expressing myself out to Vikrant was a good decision. It has helped Vikrant understand me better and I know that with the amount of efforts he is making to build our relation into something much stronger than it already is.

It's his birthday in 2 days and I have planned something which he will not be expecting. I just want him to get over his fears. Maybe my plan will be the first step towards it. I just hope he agrees to me and understands what I am trying to do.

While I was cooking the dinner the door bell rang first I thought it was Vikrant but then I found our neighbour Mrs.Kohli at the door. She had come to give us some chola bhatura's she had made. She's a sweet lady.

Oh god!! It's a lot of dinner for the two of us. I can't even stop cooking I have already cooked half way down. Sighing in dismay I went back to my cooking.

Vikrant was back home in some time. While he went to freshen up I was finishing the little part of the cooking that was left.

"Yummm.... Chola Bhatura.... I am so damn hungry today." I heard his voice from the dinning area.

"Ummm....So yummy....I feel like kissing the person who made these." he said as I placed the Poha's on the table.

Does he think that I made those? Kiss? That too Mrs. Kohli? I can't control the laughter that is building up in me but I will. It's my turn to take revenge for the teasing session he had with me few days ago.

"Just kissing?" I said internally smirking at myself while he suddenly raised his head from his plate to look at me.

"My wife is being naughty is it?" he was smirking and i really am having a tough time controlling my laughter.

"No on serious note for so much efforts that are put in making those chola bhatura's you just want to give a  kiss?"

"I can do much more sweetheart." he said pulling me and the next second I was on his lap. Wiping his hands with a napkin he started tracing his fingers on my waist that was exposed due to my crop top.

Every time his touch makes me feel so weird in my stomach like something is dancing in there. My heartbeat catches up its pace as though it's running a marathon race. Just the slightest of his touch can make me go senseless.

He was leaning into me for a kiss but before he could go further I stopped him by placing my hand on his mouth.

"The person who made these chola bhatura's deserves it. Go give it to Mrs.Kohli." I said and his expression was worth capturing but damn god knows where I have dumped my phone.

"What did you just say?" he questioned me with a confused face. And it was high time I let out the laughter that I have been controlling.

"The food that you just ate was made by Mrs.Kohli so go kiss her and come." I said in between my laughs. Shocked would be an understatement because Vikrant really had a blank face.

"Just imagine... What would Mr.Kohli's reaction be when you kiss his wife... Make sure you carry some armors to protect yourself." I said and stood up from his lap still laughing at him.

"Just wait there you have to pay for this now." he said and started running behind me to catch me.
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"It'll be 1 year to our wedding the next 10days from now." Vikrant said as I sat on the bed resting my head against his chest.

I still can't believe that a year has passed by so soon but at the same time it also feels like the longest year. So many ups and downs staying away from vikrant for most of the year then finally having him by my side. building our relation all over again. everything seems so surreal specially after having him back to myself.

" I am planning for a vacation will it be alright with your schedule?" he questioned me. But from where did this Vacation come all of a sudden? I thought he was busy at work.

"Aren't you busy at work?"

" I am but we can atleast spend a few days away from our day to day lives right? And specially when you know that we haven't yet been to honeymoon even after a year." I could sense his smirk from my peripheral view.

"Not that I would mind unless you are ok with it. Just let me know the dates. I'll take a leave." I said

"And what are you planning for my birthday?"

" Why do you think I am planning something?" I said sitting back straight looking at him.

"I know my wife better I guess."

"Did Rahul tell you something?"

"Oh... That means my wife and best friend both are planning something together."

Shit... I am only speaking out everything. How can you be so dumb Arushi.

"Nothing is being planned. Go to sleep its late now." I said laying on the bed trying to deviate the topic.

"I am not buying your lie though." he said before pulling me in his arms and snuggling into my neck.

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I am really very sorry for this small chapter and the late update. Some things kept me a little busy.

But I promise I'll be back with the next chapter in 1 or 2 days.

Until then think of what could Arushi's surpise be for Vikrant.

And a few days ago I had seen my book has been shortlisted for the voting round in the Rainbow awards. Here's the link to it. It's on my message board as well. All you need to do is make a comment '+1' against the name of my book.

https://my.w.tt/QzvhZpqA16

Just like this. Please vote guys I would really be very happy if even 50% of my readers voted for the book. Today is the last day to vote.

And once again sorry to keep you guys waiting. I will post the next chapter soon.