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Next day

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Hospital

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Arnav woke up from his serene sleep after a long time... He felt pressure on his chest. He looked down to receive a wonderful sight of his Khushi cuddled into him with a cute pout like a baby, her head on his chest... He chuckled and pecked her temple... He stroked her hair... She snuggled close to his embrace... "This is heaven... With my Jaan in my arms, I can even live in hell," he thought...

He softly called her as the Doctor may come anytime.

Arnav patted her cheeks: Jaana ... Get up... Nurse or Doctor may come, baby...

Khushi : Don't disturb me, Sweet Heart... I want to sleep... You too sleep na.

Arnav chuckled hearing her calling him Sweetheart. How much did he miss her calling by that name? How much did he miss everything about her? How much he missed her, his eyes moistened.

Arnav : Baby if you don't wake up now, Aman and Sid will come and see us like this... Do you want that?

Khushi : Nooooooo... She screamed and got up and looked at Arnav.

Khushi : I am sorry... I don't know how I slept like this?

Arnav : It's because both of us found our solace, Sweetheart.

They looked at each other... Their eye locks were broken by the knock on the door. Khushi suddenly got down from the bed and unlocked the door.

Aman : Good morning, Gudiya.

Khushi : Good Morning, Bhai...

Khushi : Bhai, you will be here na... I will fresh up and come.

Arnav (panicked) : Where are you going?

Khushi : To my Apartment...

Arnav : Don't go... I will also come...

Aman : Are you mad? She came rushing yesterday because of the stunt you pulled, without caring anything... She needs to change... Let her go.

Arnav looked down sadly. Khushi sighs seeing his sad face. She went near him and cupped his cheeks.

Khushi : Baby, look at me... See I am not going anywhere... My Apartment is nearby only, na. I will be back in an hour. Till then Bhai will be here to give you company... You fresh up and have food and medicine. I will be back in a jiffy. She kissed his forehead... He grabbed her hand and kissed her palm...

Arnav : Come soon... I will wait for you...

Khushi : I will. Smiling at him, she left.

Aman sat on the chair near him.

Aman : Now explain, what was that.

Arnav : I am sorry...

Aman : Damn with your sorry, Arnav... You are not a kid... Did you think of people who would be affected if something had happened to you? Did you think of Khushi once before doing all these? You should have seen her when she rushed to the hospital... Poor girl... What more she needs to tolerate coz of you, Arnav?

Arnav had tears in his eyes when he think about his Khushi's turmoils.

Aman : What's the plan now, at least tell that. I can't see my sister sad anymore. You deal with your family as soon as possible and if you want to sacrifice again then don't bring that poor soul in between all the dramas...

Arnav : I want to marry her?

Aman : Who? Sheetal?

Arnav : What the... Why should I marry her?

Aman : If you forgot I will remind you... She is your so-called fiance.

Arnav : Fiance my foot.

Aman : By the way where is your engagement ring... I have never seen that...

Arnav : I threw it in the dust bin on that day itself...

Aman started laughing...

Aman : If you want to throw it away, why do you take part in that drama, Arnav...

Arnav : Don't make fun of me, Aman...

Aman : Ha ha ha ha... Ok... Ok... If you threw the ring, then which is that ring on your finger?

Arnav : You forgot? It's the ring my Khushi made me wear at our POW House.

Aman : Oh yeah... I remember... Fine... You go and freshen up... Doctor will come now...

Arnav freshens up and comes back. He kept looking at the door...

Seeing this Aman : I pity my sister... Poor girl... How is she adjusting with you, man? You are damn possessive, Arnav...

Arnav : Of course I am. She is mine... Only mine and I am obsessed as well as possessive of her... I love her more than anyone or anything in this world, Aman.

Suddenly Aditi barged into the room and jumped into Arnav crying...

Aditi : Sorry Bhaijaan... I am so sorry... I hurt you...

Arnav hugged her and caressed her hair.

Arnav : It's ok baby. Don't cry... Look at me... I am happy that you stood for Khushi... I am proud of you my baby.

Aditi : So you are not angry with me?

Arnav : No my Doll... You are my baby na. How can I be angry with my little baby?

Aditi hugged him and cried chanting sorry. NK and Akash entered followed by Payal. All of them apologise to him for their rude behaviour towards him. Arnav forgave them. After some time the Doctor came. Arnav was discharged with instructions of thorough rest for a few days. By then Khushi and Sidharth came and they all went to Arnav's Penthouse.

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Penthouse

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Khushi dragged Aditi and NK to the guest room as Arnav was taking rest in his room. Aman too followed them.

Khushi : What the hell have you done, Aditi? Why the hell did you lie to Arnav?

Aditi : I am sorry Khushi.

Khushi : To hell with your sorry, Adu. You played with his emotions. I will never forgive you for that. What if something had happened to him? How will you justify then? I thought you knew me... You understand me... But you played so childishly now. You hurt me very badly, Adu. Your Bhaijaan may forgive you, but I won't. You knew what he was for me, still...

Aditi : Khushi I am so sorry. Please don't be angry with me. I am your bestie na. I know I made a big mistake. But I can't take your anger as punishment. My intentions were to make Bhaijaan realize his love for you. Nothing else. Please understand.

Khushi : No Adi, this is not a simple thing. You jeopardized his life. He didn't want to realize his love for me because he never stopped loving me. He never ignored me or avoided me. It's me who was mad at him. Even after knowing him very well, we abandoned him. But this, you crossed all the limits, Adi.

Aditi : Khushi!!! Woh... I wanted Bhaijaan to miss you and reach you soon. But unfortunately, it backfired... She said sobbing...

Aman : Really!!! Don't you know how sensitive this topic is for Arnav?

Aditi : I know...

Aman : Still you played this stunt on him? What if this accident was a serious one? What if Arnav did something to himself? Who will be responsible for this then?? Don't you know how important is Khushi to him? The thought of losing her would have shattered him, you know?

NK : Don't scold her, Aman. It's me who came with this plan. She was reluctant. It's me who forced her into it. So whatever you want to say, tell me not her. He said, defending his sister.

Aman : I'm not blaming only her, I'm saying this to whoever is involved in this plan. Do you have any idea how Arnav was at that time? Only I know. He was so devastated at that time. I feared that we may lose him. Don't you guys have the mind to think??? Already you guys left him alone with those selfish people and then you pulled this stunt, I will never forgive you guys for this mistake.

Aditi : Please, Aman... We are really sorry... We made a mistake... No sin. I shouldn't have done that to my Bhaijaan. I am a bad sister... She started crying...

Khushi : You are not a bad sister, but you should have thought of him before doing anything or rather think before you talk.

Aman : Do you know Khushi, what all she blurts out in front of Arnav? He was so hurt hearing it. After that, she said things to me which were loud enough to be heard by Arnav. She lied, Khushi... How can she? I didn't expect this from her. I loved you for your love for Arnav more, Aditi. He said dejectedly.

Aditi : I am so sorry Aman. Please forgive me. I'm sorry Khushi. I didn't mean to hurt Bhaijaan, never. I just wanted him to take action against Jha soon and patch up with you. I accept that it's my mistake. Please forgive me.

NK : Yes... Don't blame her. I know we did wrong which led Nannav to this stage. But look at the bright side guys... Bhai and Khushi are together coz of that only na.

Aman : Right!!! Look at the bright side (sarcastically) on the cost of Arnav's accident.

Nk n Aditi : Forgive us, guys.

Aman : Anyway forget it guys you will never understand the seriousness of it.

Khushi : Leave it Bhai... Arnav is safe, that's important na. But Adu, I warn you, don't you ever play with anyone's feelings. You too NK.

Arnav entered the room hearing the commotion.

Aditi : I promise!!! I will never do that ever.

Arnav : What will you never do again, Doll?

Aditi : Bhaijaan, I am sorry, I am so sorry, I will never hurt you ever again. She hugs him and cries.

Arnav : Adi !!! Baby... What happened? He eyed everyone to ask the matter.

NK : It was our plan to lie about Khushi's marriage, Nannav.

Arnav : That I know na... So?? Why is she crying?

Khushi : What "so"? Are you dumb, Arnav? They played with you, your emotions. Understand?

Arnav : Now it's over na, Khushi... See I got everyone back. I got back my Sunflower and my packs coz of that na. I am happy. So leave it, Khushi. I can't see my Adi crying.

Khushi : How can I forget? Like brother, like sister. I am not coming in between this brother and sister. Saying this, she started to walk out of the door, but Arnav held her wrist and pulled her near him.

Arnav : Where are you going? Only you have the right to be in between this brother and sister, understand my Sunflower?

Khushi smiled and nodded her head. Arnav pulled her towards him, and side hugged her keeping Aditi on the other side.

Arnav : I can't see you both in tears. I can never stand that. Khushi, for me, please forgive her. I don't want any grudges between both of you. You both are my precious possessions... My Angels.

Khushi : I didn't forgive you too...

Hearing this Arnav gulped. Aman and NK giggled.

NK : Khushi!!! Your focus should be on punishing Bhai. Not us, the poor souls... He said, winking at Arnav.

Arnav glared at NK whereas everyone else laughed.

Their laughs were disturbed by the ring of the calling bell. Everyone went out to see who the visitor was.

Payal opened the door and found Sidharth.

Sidharth walked inside the house and sat on the couch. Everyone else took a seat with him.

Sidharth : How do you feel now, Arnav?

Arnav : Better... Sid. He smiled at him.

Aman : Sid, What happened? You look disturbed? Any issue with the deal?

Sidharth : Woh... I want to show you something. Saying this he took a card out of his bag. He handed it to Arnav. Arnav opened it and found it to be his wedding card.

Arnav : What the!!!! What nonsense is this? He threw the card into the floor. Khushi took it and opened it. She had tears in her eyes. Seeing this Arnav became more furious...

Aman : What nonsense, Arnav? You already know that this is coming, right.

Arnav : I already told Mrs.Raizada that I am not ready for the marriage so not to do any stunts for that. Still, she dared to do this?

Aman : You talked to her?

Arnav : Yes. She came to me to talk about marriage a few days before. I precisely told her that this marriage isn't gonna happen and I am gonna call off the engagement.

Payal : Badi ma is under Jha's spell. She is not seeing anything other than her Anju bitiya and Sheetal bitiya.

Aditi : You are right, Bhabhi.

Arnav looked at Khushi whose eyes were pooled with tears. He side hugged her, and she leaned on his shoulder. He kissed her forehead and said sweet nothings in her ears.

Aman : Arnav!!! We should stop this before they send the invitations to more people.

Arnav : Everything will end tomorrow. Whoever is behind this is gonna learn in a hard way not to mess with ASR. He said with fire spitting from his eyes.

Aditi : Bhai, they took your love for them for granted. You never said 'no' to Amma. She is taking full advantage of it.

Arnav looked at Khushi and kissed her temple.

Arnav : Khushi!!! Get up and come with me. Saying this, he stood up and held her hand softly and took her to his room.

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Arnav's Room

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Arnav : Khushi!!! I know that you don't trust me anymore. You didn't forgive me for the sin I did as well. But now I want you to be with me.

Khushi : Mmm... What's in your mind, Arnav...

Arnav : Marry me, Khushi... You can take all the time to punish me for the rest of our life. But be with me. Please Khushi... I can't live without you. We both need each other na. Please, let's get married, Sweetheart. Rest we will take care, together. He went on his knees... Will you marry me?

Khushi : Arnav!!!!

Arnav held her hands and said : Trust me Khushi... Please...

Khushi : I trust you... For the last time, Arnav. But if you abandon me again, then you will never see me.

Arnav hugged her towards him tightly.

Arnav : I will never ever leave you for anything, Khushi. I can't live without you, baby. I've learned the hard way. You are my ultimate priority, Jaan.

Khushi : Mmm... But I have a few conditions, Arnav. Before accepting your proposal, I want some clarity.

Arnav : Tell me, what clarity do you need?

Khushi : The first one is, I will never accept Ratna Aunty as my mother in law and Anjali Di as my sister in law.

Arnav : Khushi!!!

Khushi : I forgave you, doesn't mean that I will forgive them, Arnav. Ratna Aunty is the one who brought me to RM. She always used to say that I am like her daughter. But when Sheetal insulted me on that day, I became an outsider for her. Let it be. I love to be an outsider for her. So it's a request to you that don't force me to accept them or adjust with them.

Arnav : I will never force you to accept them or adjust with them. We don't want them. In fact, I will never force you for anything, Sweetheart. You know me na?

Khushi : I know... Still... What if Aunty force you to get married to that Sheetal? Will you divorce me then?

Arnav : Khushi!!! What are you saying? I will never leave you for anyone or anything. Mrs Raizada won't dare to do it, Khushi. If she does too, this time I will allow her to consume poison. If she doesn't care for my feelings then how can I call her, Ma? Please, for the last time, trust me Khushi.

Khushi : I trust you, Arnav.

Arnav : Thank you... Thank you so much for the trust in me even though I am not worthy of your trust.

Khushi : Mmm... I have a few demands too, Arnav.

Arnav : Tell me... All your demand will be fulfilled.

Khushi : Think and say, Arnav.

Arnav : Nothing to think, baby. You tell me... What are those demands?

Khushi : My first demand is, I want Jhas out of Raizada Mansion.

Arnav : Done.

Khushi : The second one is, I want you to put forward yourself and our love first then think about anything.

Arnav : Always.

Khushi : The third one is, I want you to stop nurturing your dumb sister Anjali as she has her husband to take care of her. You should stop providing money to them.

Arnav : I stopped it already, baby. Even Anjali and I had a fight regarding that. Next...

Khushi : The fourth one is, You shouldn't make any promises to others specifically, Ratna Aunty.

Arnav : Never ever. Except to my wife, no promises to anyone else. He said winking at her. Next...

Khushi : Next one I don't think you can do?

Arnav : There is nothing Arnav can't do for his lady love, Sweetheart... Tell me...

Khushi (smirking) : I want you to be like this, lovesick puppy, always.

Arnav : Sure... What?

Khushi started laughing out loud seeing his confused face.

Arnav : You are demanding as if I am not like that. You already made me a lovesick puppy, Darling. When did I go against your wish since we are together? You are the decision-maker between us. I just follow you, right?

Khushi : Yeah, right. You are choo cute. She pinched his cheeks.

Arnav : Any more demands, Madam?

Khushi : As of now only this much. Tomorrow at what time is our wedding?

Arnav smiled hearing it.

Arnav : That means it's a yes?

Khushi : Of course... A big fat YES.

Arnav gathered her into his arms and hugged her chanting love you in between. After a long time, they pulled out of the hug. Arnav cupped her face and kissed her cheeks.

Arnav : Thank you for giving me this chance. Can we go out and tell others about our wedding then?

Khushi nodded her head. Arnav held her hand and they walked out of the room.

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Living Room

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They went and stood in front of everyone.

Arnav : We have something to announce.

NK : What's it, Nannav?

Arnav : We are getting married... Tomorrow.

Everyone cheered when they heard it.

Sidharth : Excuse me. Khushi, come with me, saying this he pulled her towards the balcony.

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Balcony

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Sidharth : Doll... Are you sure about it? I mean, don't take a decision out of sympathy.

Khushi : You know me better, Bhai. It's not any sympathy. Don't you know that I can't be without Arnav? I love him to core, Bhai. Now we are together. Then why need to delay? Even he needs it, Bhai. Didn't you see him? He is scared of losing me. He became so weak, Bhai. And I don't like my Arnav weak coz of me. Why should I torture both of us more, Bhai?

Sidharth : Doll, if you are firm with your decision, I am so happy. Happy Wedding my Baby Doll. Saying this, he hugged her. Come let's go to them.

Both went back to Living Room. They saw everyone eagerly looking at them. Arnav's face was as pale as white. He looked so tense. Khushi went and stood beside Arnav and held his hand. They both looked at each other. Khushi smiled at him and leaned on him which made him relax.

Sidharth : Guys... So that's fixed. Tomorrow the great ASR and my Baby Doll are gonna tie the knot. I will arrange everything. Don't worry about anything.

Aman : I will check the auspicious time as my Gudiya wants it.

Akash : I will take care of the costumes for both.

Arnav : So what will I do?

Sidharth : You take rest and get ready to marry your lady love.

Arnav : I am even ready now. He said hugging Khushi

Everyone teased them hearing it from Arnav.

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Next day

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Court

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At an auspicious time, both Arnav and Khushi signed their marriage. They exchanged garlands.

Sidharth handed the nuptial chain to Arnav. He took it and tied it around Khushi's neck. Aditi opened the vermillion box.

Aditi : Bhaijaan, Now take a pinch of this vermillion and fill her forehead and make her yours forever.

Arnav smiled and took a pinch of vermillion and filled Khushi's maang with it. She closed her eyes in bliss. He cupped her cheeks and kissed her.

Aditi : Only 7 pheres are left. That we can do at the grand wedding celebration.

Sidharth : Of course... This is just for both of them to be in peace. We will conduct a grand wedding later announcing to the whole world that these two are inseparable.

Arnav smiled hearing it and side hugged Khushi and kissed her forehead.

Arnav : Mrs Arnav Singh Raizada... I promise you, to always love you and cherish you. I will always keep you happy and make you my ultimate priority.

Khushi : Same here my Hubby Jaan.

Arnav looked at her amused and smiled.

Arnav : I like that...

Khushi : What?

Arnav : You just called na, Hubby Jaan. I like that.

Khushi smiled and leaned on him shyly and Arnav, took her into his embrace.

Akash : So everything is cleared here. Can we move?

Aman : Yeah... Come... Let's go...

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Penthouse

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Aditi did the Aarti to the newly wedded couples.

Aditi : Bhaijaan brings my Bhabhi inside the house according to our Raizada custom.

Khushi : What's that?

Arnav smiled at Khushi and came near her side and scooped her and entered the house with his bride in his arms.

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