People who are confused that when Manik asked Nandini about marriage read chapter 78 (D).

I know, I am making you'll go backward but can't help it's being so long.

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Nandini sat in shock, she had never excepted this to be the reason for some meeting in her wildest dreams.

While it was Abhimanyu turn to explain.

Abhi: Nandini I know there must be many things going on in your head lots of confusion but just trust me for once. Meet this man and trust your brother you won't regret. He intends to be a gentleman and a perfect pair for your life partner. He is one of my business associate and moreover I don't want you to get a heartbroken Manik doesn't intend to see his future with you now and I can't wait.
He said looking at her with I am death serious look.

While Nandini was bewildered to answer anything.

Until she spoke

Nan: But I am not ready for marriage that's what I told Manik and that's why......
She said finding her broken voice while being cut by her brother.

Abhi: Trust me no one is but it's time for me to complete my promise and responsibility. I am not changing my mind.
He said making it crystal clear ignoring Manik's part.

Nan: What about my dream ?
She yelled getting annoyed.

Abhi: He won't mind I am sure so don't worry.
He said getting back on his phone.

Nan: I want to go back home.
She exclaimed after a long pause.

Abhi: We will after you meet Aarnav.
He spoke with no further argument tone.

While Nandini sat nervously playing with her fingers.

Until she read Manik's message.

Keep me updated.

~ Manik

She stared at it with unknown fear.

What if Manik was really not ready or didn't intend to see her in that way.

He was a gentleman and kind who might have just got alittle friendly with her.

Wait NO but obvious they have something the talk on highway road yesterday was not a lie.

He did say he like's her and sounded like he intends to have a future with her too like she does fantasize him as her husband to be and lover with more to it all nights....? Is that wrong to think she though while by then she had already walked unknowingly near the hotel lobby straight behind Abhimanyu who was greeting someone who's face was hidden behind his board shoulder or say beacuse of her tiny figure she couldn't take a glimpse but the voice was enough to sent chills down her spine.

His tone was sharp, masculine but at the same time charming.

She already had goosebumps by just listening to his voice what would happen when she see his face.

She would definitely faint the man had an incredible aura and authority which could just be known by his voice.

Abhi: I am sorry for keeping you waiting.
He apologized while the man shook his head.

Man: It's completely fine. (pause)

While Abhi moved so that Nandini come face to face with the man who looked at Nandini while she had her head down suddenly the floor became the most interesting thing in the entire expensive room.

Man : Sometimes wait is worth.
The words he spoke made Nandini finally look at him after hearing that mischievous tone.

Their eyes meant they were light brown with slight golden flakes making him look more attractive he wore an black Armani suit with a freah clean shave and perfectly gelled hair.

And she was mesmerized by the man who was incredible handsome.

If she had met him before Manik it would have made difference as she would be blushing and probably thinking of him as her life partner too but now she could think of only one man the one she loves truely Manik Malhotra.

Her thinking process came to an end when the guy spoke again forwarding his hand.

She realized that she was checking him out shamelessly making her look away while he already had a well known smirk that made her cheeks red.

She definitely checked him out.

Aarnav Oberio

He introduced while Nandini just stared at his hand dumbfoundly.

Until he took it back saying

Nandini Murty it's pleasure to meet you.

His tone was different she noticed now and why so ? she got to know the reason when Abhimanyu interrupted

Abhi: Aarnav is from Canada. He has a chain of hotels under his prestigious name. Their family is well renounced and well know and being a family of three he is the only son.
He concluded after Nandini eyed him angrily as it was so embarrassing when the guy stood right in front of her and her brother talks as if he doesn't exist in the room.

Aaranv: Abhimanyu Sir we can take this inside.
He asked showing the way.

Abhi: Sure.
He said leading ahead while Aarnav waited for Nandini too move.

Who nodded while he smiled sweetly at her.

The talk on dining were basically between Abhimanyu and Aarnav while Nandini sat quietly with minimum conversation with a nod or yes and no, stiring her coffee.

On another hand Abhimanyu was took a full interview of Aarnav who was gracefully answering all his questions. Abhi basically asked everything again so that Nandini too would know about him more and that he was a perfect match for her.

But no Miss Murty was in another world with all possibilities and reasoning how to say No and get out from this situation.

Until few words exchange by both of them got her attention.

Aarnav : I wouldn't mind getting married right now itself with your beautiful sister Sir.
He said taking a sip from his tea casually.

Yes he preferred tea.

But his tone had some craziness his eyes didn't leave Nandini for a second which she notice now after her day dreaming session.

She moved uncomfortably on her seat rubbing her neck as her elbow took support on the table while his stare were intense.

While Abhimanyu chuckled.

Abhi: I am not in that much rush. I intend that you guys take a decision after knowing each other better. I would definitely do anything to see my sister happy.
He said smiling at Nandini who had unknown tears his brother words always made her sensitive his love for her was so deep and selfless.

Aarnav: I can see how much you love your sister. And I promise I would try to do the same and even more.
He said making Nandini frown what does he mean there is still nothing decided and he has already started making plans.

Aarnav : If your sister give me a chance.
He concluded after the look which he saw on both faces.

Nandini was too busy staring at him that she didn't notice Abhimanyu too had an equal expression.

Abhi: I have a meeting here in 5 so you guess talk I will be back in a hour. Have a nice time Nandini.
He kissed her head before leaving.

Aarnav: You don't talk much ? You are a dreamer.
He asked with a end of conclusions after long 5 minutes of silence while she took another round of coffee.

Nan: Not with strangers.
She replied harshly.

While he frowned.

Aarnav: But you did agree to marry one then.
He replied with veins forming on his forehead as if he was controlling his anger.

Nan: Not yet.
She spoke ignoring him now.

Aarnav: It's almost lunch would you like to have anything. The thai food is simply good out here you should definitely try and you should avoid taking so much cafe.
His tone of commanding rather than suggestive making Nandini look at him shock who didn't reply anything in return.

This man was weird she though.

Placing an order he spoke again.

Aarnav: So what are your plans ahead ? Would you be comfortably moving Canada ? Or you intend to settle somewhere else ?
He asked looking at her dead seriously while her throat went dry.

She was annoyed for no reason and now confuse too.

Which he noticed her bewildered and nervousness he spoke

Aarnav: It's a yes from my side. You are perfect for me in mine point of view. Smart, hard to persuade, beautiful and would make a perfect wife. I am a straightforward person so sor2ey for being so blunt. Now it's your turn better start asking questions if you want to know anything or else you will definitely marry a stranger.
He said while just then food arrived.

The waiters filled their plates while till now Nandini was in shock would be understatement this man was beyond her understanding how convincingly he told everything.

He had some kind of madness in his eyes which was hidden behind his charming smile.

After a long time Nandini spoke.

Nan: I don't want to marry you.
She said with her heart beats going hayvaya.

He looked at her and said.

Aarnav : Eat Nandini you haven't touch your food. And I don't like food going in waste and more precisely you should not skip meals.
He spoke casually taking a bite.

Nan: You didn't hear me right I said I don't want to marry you.
She repeated again looking at him waiting for some reaction this time.

While he simply said.

Aarnav : We will see to it Nandini Murty.
His tone was challenging making her look at him in amaze.

To be continued....

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