Epilogue

Reception Party

The hall was overflowing with friends and relatives... especially, students and Professors. Nivas and Vikas also present there. The world got to know Arnav and Khushi were husband and wife.

Arnav and Khushi were on the stage. Though Arnav was receiving the wishes from the guests his eyes wavered on Khushi who was glittering like a bar of gold. She was in a light blue with silver zari work gown and matching white stone jewelry with a western hairstyle. She looked not less than an Angel. Arnav wanted to take her somewhere, where there was no one.

The Reception was over. Raizadas got back home. Khushi went to the cupboard to remove her dress. Arnav blocked her way.

*What? *

*Don't change the dress* Arnav said.

*Why? *

*You look mind-blowing in this dress*

Khushi rolled her eyes.

*Is it heavy? * Arnav asked with concern.

Khushi nodded no.

*What are you going to do? * she asked.

*Nothing... just going to look at you* he said like a good boy.

*How long? *

*until you sleep*

*Oh...*

*I won't mind if you sit on my lap*

*Really? * Khushi chuckled.

*I don't do anything... trust me* he said innocently.

*How? Just like yesterday? * she questioned sarcastically.

*Of course, yesterday, I said I don't do anything... but the nightdress you were wearing tempted me... then how could I hold myself? * he said as if he did nothing intentionally.

*I hope this dress won't tempt you*

*That I can't give guarantee*

*Cheater...* Khushi tapped on his shoulder.

*Only in THIS matter...*

Taking her hand, he kissed her palm.

*See, how soft you are... it tickles my sense you know*

*Stop getting tempt... we have to complete our studies...*

*Excuse me, Madam... you have one and half years to complete. I can't be quiet till then. With your college works, do HOMEWORK also...* he demanded.

Khushi pouted. Arnav lifted her in his arms.

*Whaaaat? *

*You are looking like a doll in this dress* Arnav said.

*Lets intimate*

*Whaaaat! Really?* Arnav asked unbelievably.

*Mmmm... you too are looking smoking in this gray suit*

*There you are*

Taking a U-turn, Arnav walked to the bed.

*Are not you tired? * Arnav asked.

*A little*

*Then, we will do it tomorrow. Now go to sleep*

*You were so desperate a few seconds ago... what happened now?*

*My feelings can wait... we can intimate anytime... but your health is important to me*

Khushi circled his neck and kissed his cheek.

*You are a good boy*

*don't come to the conclusion soon. You may change your perception tomorrow itself* Arnav laughed.

*You are so mean...*

*That's what I'm ...*

*Shall I remove this dress, now?*

*Yeah... go ahead...*

Arnav put her down. She went to the washroom, without taking any dress. She came within a few minutes. Arnav raised his brows seeing her coming, wearing a frock-like black color, sleeveless, knee-length in-dress.

*what dress is this? *

*This is an in-wear*

*Are you going to sleep in this dress? *

*Yes...*

She fell on the bed.

*Khushi... you are taking risk*

*Please Arnav... let me sleep in this dress*

*I have no problem... but you may get problem*

She covered herself with a quilt.

*Now?* she asked.

*I will also use the same quilt... don't forget that*

He changed his dress and came to the bed. He saw Khushi already slept.

*Oyi...* Arnav tapped her cheek.

But no use... Khushi was in deep sleep.

*What the...* he sighed.

He looked at Khushi and chuckled, seeing her baby-like face. He kissed her cheek and lay down, hugging her.

The next morning

Khushi woke up from sleep and stretched her hands. She smiled, seeing Arnav sitting on the recliner, looking at her.

*Have you slept well? * he asked mockingly.

*Of course...*

*But I didn't...*

*Why Arnav? What happened?* she got down from the bed and came to him.

*I will tell you later. Go and get fresh... Mom called you*

*Oh...*

She was about to take a dress,

*You go. I will choose your dress*

*Ok* she rushed to the restroom.

Khushi came out getting fresh, taking a very little time. She looked here and there for a dress.

*Haven't you choose my dress? * She asked.

*No...*

*Why? You said aunty called me*

*I lied. Mom went to the temple with Dad*

*Why did you lie?*

*To punish you*

*Punish for?*

*For keeping me up for the whole night*

*Didn't you sleep? But what I did? *

*Come here*

Khushi came to him and raised her brows.

*Look at yourself in the mirror*

She looked at the mirror turning left and right.

*What? Am I not looking good? *

*You are breathtakingly good... that's what problem... that's what kept me up for the whole night*

*So?*

*So...you have to amend it...*

*How?*

*Like this...* he circled her petite waist and lifted her from the ground.

*What are you doing? *

*Don't be so innocent... you know what I'm going to do*

*Now?*

*Yeah...*

*Arnav...*

*Yeah, It's me*

*We will surely make it tonight*

*Sure... but you can't stop me now... I'm damn aroused...*

He put her on the bed and pounced on her.

*Damn you, girl... showing yourself sexy, you slept like a kid... don't you dare sleep wearing this dress again*

He started making love which he couldn't do last night.

...............

The election results were declared. Nivas' party didn't win in the election. That doesn't mean Raizadas lost their political influence. They donated a huge amount to the opposite party too. So, they had firm political support no matter which party rules.

Arnav and Khushi were going to the college together daily. Arnav had a clear-cut plan for his life. He spent time with Khushi at home and studied in college. So was Khushi. She learned time management from Arnav. So, there was no misunderstanding between them.

After six months

Arnav completed his graduation with distinction and started going to AR. He never gave an excuse to drop Khushi in the college as well as pick her from the college. Though Arnav was not in the college students gave the same respect to Khushi. No one dared to even talk to her. Khushi liked very much whenever Arnav safeguarded her.

Khushi was so worried when Arnav was behind her because he was not trustworthy at that time. That's why she was hesitating to accept his proposal. But now, everything changed. Arnav never missed showing how lovable and grateful he is. He became a heartfelt husband who understood the need of his wife. Every wife needs security and true love. Arnav was gradually making her feel protected and loved which is the foundation of any relationship.

THE END