Part 44 Decision

Shashi was thinking about how to handle Vikas.

*What is this, Shashiji? His tone sounded rude...* Garima asked horrified.

Shashi was silent. He didn't know what to say.

*It would be better if we give her hand to Arnav. See, now this idiot is blabbering daringly. He would not have kept his leg in our house if we have Raizadas support...* Garima said helplessly.

*He can do nothing... I told him to wait for one year... he won't do anything before that...* Shashi said.

*But we can't say Arnav won't do anything...*

*He should not know about it...* Shashi warned.

*I won't tell him... but he will get to know about Vikas's proposal for sure*

Shashi became thoughtful. Garima was not wrong. Arnav has sources... Vikas and Arnav also have a good relationship. Everyone knows that Raizadas have political support of Nivas's party. Raizadas also donate a huge amount for their party for every election. Their relationship may get spoilt if this problem goes to Raizada's ears. Vikas doesn't seem to mind it. What a guy he is...! Shashi sighed.

Khushi came inside the house casually as if she didn't see Vikas there. Shashi and Garima became silent, seeing her. Khushi went to her room and locked the door. She dialed Arnav immediately. Arnav smiled, seeing her number.

*Can't you be without talking to me for one hour too? * he teased.

Without giving heed to his tease,

*Arnav...*

Her voice revealed to him that she is nervous.

*Khushi, is everything all right? * he asked with concern.

*No...Vikas came to our home to ask my hand for marriage...*

*Whaaat!*

*Just now he left home*

*Is it true...? *

*I myself saw him talking with Babuji...*

Arnav gritted his teeth.

*He got to know my Babuji denied your proposal. That's why he came to ask my hand* she said worriedly.

*Did he say that? *

*Yes...*

*How dare he...? *

*I'm scared Arnav...*

*Don't be... he could never near you*

*What if he does anything to me? *

*I will take care of it*

*Ok... I cut the call...*

*Will call you later*

Arnav disconnected the call and went to Arvind's room.

*Dad...*

*Tell me Chotte...*

*Vikas had gone to GH to ask for Khushi's hand for marriage from Shashi uncle* he said controlling his wrath.

*Whaaat!*

*Yes, Dad...*

*What did Shashiji tell him? *

*He asked him to wait for one year...until Khushi finishes masters*

*I will take care of this matter... you just cool down...* Arvind tried to control Arnav.

*I'm sorry Dad... I won't leave Vikas...* Arnav said furiously.

*Chotte... be calm...*

*How could I be? * he sneered.

*Shashi didn't agree to his proposal... then why are you getting angry, Chotte? *

*He knew I love Khushi. I myself told him about it, Dad... After knowing that, how dare he asked her hand for the marriage? * his eyes became red.

*Chotte... this is not a matter of you two. We have a good relationship with their party. Nivas is my good friend. We can't take a step in haste*

Arnav sighed.

*Try to understand Chotte... I will handle this... trust me, the result will be in our favor* Arvind said confidently.

*I won't tolerate him if he crosses his limits* he said, gritting his teeth as usual and left the place.

Arvind thought about the issue and decided what to do... he decided to meet Nivas the next day.

The next day in college

Arnav waited for Arvind's call. He would meet Nivas that day. He became relaxed, seeing Khushi entering the college campus. His expression changed as Vikas came to the college, following Khushi.

*Hi, Khushi...* Vikas called her.

Khushi looked at him and rushed to Arnav. Arnav came in between her and Vikas.

*Hi, Arnav... how are you? * Vikas asked casually.

*why did you propose Khushi? * Arnav asked tightening his jaws.

*Why would I propose to her? To get married to her...*

Arnav clutched his collar.

*How dare you? Don't you know we love each other? *

*But his father denied your proposal... didn't he...? *

*So what if he denied? None can separate us... and none can stop us from getting married...*

*Why are you showing your frustration to me? Her father asked me to wait until she finishes her masters. He wants you to prove yourself... how will you prove yourself, Arnav? Is it easy? Proving someone WRONG is easy but GOOD...* he said mockingly.

*You no need to worry about it. I know how to prove myself... and more than anything, Khushi loves ME... I don't give damn to anything than that...*

*So what if she loves you...? What could you do? will you elope with her? No... you can't do that... until I'm here...* Vikas said.

*Don't interfere in my life, Vikas... I warn you. You will face the worst consequence...* Arnav warned him.

*Don't be stupid, Arnav. There are only ten days left to the election...within one week, counting... We will definitely win. You can do nothing after that... we will be the upper hand, Arnav. Neither Shashi Gupta nor Arvind Singh Raizada can stop us...* Vikas smirked, making Arnav leave his collar.

*Don't fly high, Vikas... it won't be good for you...*

*We will see that later, Arnav. This girl will be mine in two weeks...*

Arnav's blood boiled... there is nothing that can stop him anymore. He fisted his fingers and punched Vikas's face.

*Khushi is my girl... no any damn idiot can touch her... do whatever you can... she will be mine... forever...*

Arnav clutched Khushi's hand and dragged her with him. Vikas touched the corner of his lips where blood dripping.

Arnav came to the canteen with Khushi. he looked at her who was scared like hell. he gulped down.

*What will you do if I ask you to marry me? * he asked with a stern expression.

Khushi was shocked to the core. She didn't know what to answer. Just yesterday she confessed her love for him. And today, he is talking about marriage...

Arnav cupped her face.

*Khushi I know it will be a shock for you but, we have no option. If Vikas wins in the election, he will be powerful. He can do anything... I can never scarify you... for anyone... for anything... what say? *

Khushi closed her eyes. Whatever Arnav said is true. Vikas can do anything. She opened her eyes.

*Give me one day to decide...*

Arnav lowered his hands from her face. He didn't know why Khushi asked for one day. Khushi wanted to talk to Shashi about Vikas before deciding anything. Unaware of that, Arnav also had decided something...

To be continued...

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Conclusion

Nivas was surprised, seeing Arvind Singh Raizada in his party house. Of course, he was delighted by his visit. He welcomed him with respect.

*Welcome Arvindji...*

*I'm sorry, Nivas. I'm really disappointed with you...*

Nivas didn't sense anything right.