Arnav POV

"Di is everything ready? Are you all set to visit Khushis family? This is a lifetime deal and I dont want any obstacles to be present. So tell me...."
I asked Di yet again while driving towards Shantivan.

We Raizadas were heading to Laxmi Nagar to give our proposal to Khushis family. Di was in my SUV while the others were following in the car behind me with Akaash.

"Relax Chotte all is set. When I am your wedding planner then you dont have to worry at all. You please maintain your facade of being an arranged groom alright. Dont even smile at Khushi. And for Godsake control your blushes."
Di stated.

Ughhh. Because of Khushi even Di has started teasing me. I felt a wave of annoyance at the role reversal. Why cannot Khushi blush like every other normal girl? Alas how can she do that...in this story I am the one who goes all red.

"I DONT BLUSH DI...WHAT NONSENSE...I JUST FEEL WARM AT TIMES."
I replied in my ASR tone.

"Hahaha. Really? Just look at your face in the mirror Chotte, you cannot even lie properly."
Di rubbed it in my face literally.

"Whatever..."
I mumbled.

Finally after a long ride of twenty minutes we arrived at Khushis house. Great. Now hopefully everything will go well.

Khushi POV

I was rushing here and there...ensuring that every corner of my little house looked clean to attend my guests or my future in laws to be specific. While Buaji and Amma were staring at me as if I had grown a pair of horns.

"I just dont get you at times Titiliya. Yesterday you were so happy that you messed up the kitchen with the Jalebi batter. And look at your girl this morning. Garima she is making sure that we dont even have dust particles in the house. That too all dressed up. She is a Sankadevi for sure."
Buaji laughed.

"Yeah yeah...keep laughing Buaji. Jab aapka rishta leke Bediji aayenge hum bhi aise hi chedenge aapko."
(When Bediji will come here with a proposal for you then even I will find pleasure in teasing you).
I muttered in a voice that was barely audible.

"What are you mumbling about Sankadevi?"
Buaji asked still laughing.

"Nothing Buaji."
I said giving her my infamous tight lipped smile.

A few hours later I was all set to welcome the Raizadas. Devi Maiyya I hope that nothing will go wrong today. I want this marriage to be fixed at the earliest. I dont want Arnavji to find any more reasons to run away from me.

Aapko to pata hai...KITNI MUSHKIL SE HAATH AAYEIN HAIN😉
(You know very well....HOW I MANAGED TO TRAP HIM😉)

A knock on the door alerted me. I looked down at the mop that was still in my posession. Hide it Khushi. Quick. I dashed to the washroom to fulfil my goal only to come back in seconds to see a really funny scene.

Jeeji stood wide eyed with the door open while on the other side stood my lovers brother Akaashji. And the rest of the Raizadas with shagun thaals in their hands. Woahhhhh. Are Jeeji and Akaashji making goo goo eyes at each other?!?!?

Ye Kya Raita Ban Raha Hai??!?
(Whats Cooking Here??!?)

I could see Di trying her level best to act serious. But the comical expressions of the new love birds was making it difficult. Finally I helped them making my way to the door.

"Di..? Naniji..? Mamiji...? You are all here at my place...?"
I pretended to be all bewildered.

"Yes Khushi. We are all here to meet your family. Can we?"
I nodded and welcomed them inside my humble abode, pushing a flabbergasted Jeeji aside.

Buaji and Amma made an appearance and were surprised to see all the Raizadas at our house at this time of the day. Still being their Lucknowi selves, both of them welcomed the family with open arms. We made them sit in the living room. Once the introductions were done Naniji took the initiative as usual.

"You people must be wondering howcome Khushis Boss's family is here so unexpectedly right? Actually we could not wait any longer Madhumatiji. I am Devyani Raizada Arnavs Nani. And I am here to ask for Khushis hand for our Chotte. We think that these two can make a wonderful couple."
Naniji said in one go.

And as she finished her words Arnavji entered our house surprising Amma and Buaji to no end.

"You Raizadas think that my Khushi will be a good match for Arnav Bitwa. Really are you...I mean.... SANKADEVI....MARRIAGE...WITH....
ARNAV SINGH RAIZADA...."
An astonished Buaji said outloud.

"But Khushi is not like....I mean she is quite childish at times. And you are a big businessman. Are you sure Bitwa?"
A confused Amma questioned. Probably wondering about Arnavjis sanity. I thought with a laugh.

"We already like Khushi Bitiya a lot Madhumatiji. And we like her the way she is. So what do you think? About this proposal..."
At Nanis words both me and Arnavji stared at Buaji. Our eyes were like Bambi...all wide and eager.

Come on say yes....yes...yes...

"Alright Deviyaniji if you think that Khushi is meant to be your daughter in law then who am I to argue...its a YES from our side.."
Finally Buaji sealed the deal.

All the Raizadas were beaming with happiness hearing that one YES from Buaji. And Arnavji. My would be husband was red from head to toe. Nobody noticed due to the joyful news. Apart from me ofcourse.

Acting all shy I walked to the kitchen...
"Hum aate hain..."
(I will just come...)
But in reality my ears were still in the living room.

"Awee Khushi is such a sweet girl. Look how she walked away in her shyness. This is why we feel she is meant for our Arnav Madhumatiji. Well since you have agreed for this match lets discuss it further. I was wondering how do you feel about an early marriage..."
And soon the elders got busy with the wedding plans.

With a smirk I pulled out my cellphone and then texted my soon to be Hubby.
Lets see Arnavji. How will you resist me now?

Arnav POV

I feel like flying in the sky with joy right now. Is this all real? I will have Khushi in my house soon as my wife...we will live together. We will have our always and forever. How beautiful it all sounds. I was so involved in my inner monologue that I jerked up when my phone vibrated twice.

1 text from Khushi.

Oh Khushis message. Why is texting me when she is only a few feet away from me? Let me see...

2 minute mein Kitchen mein aake Humse Mileye warna hum Bahar aake Sabke Saamne AAPKO I LOVE YOU KEHDENGE. Aur ye Dhamki nahi Promise hai...Mr. Raizada.

(Within 2 minutes come in the Kitchen and meet Me orelse I will Come Outside and Will SCREAM I LOVE YOU IN FRONT OF EVERYONE. And this not a Threat rather a Promise...Mr. Raizada ).

After reading the words all my smile and confidence drained away. I gulped and felt warm all over. With a quick glance to my left and right I opened my phones camera and caught the sight of my red face. Ughh. Control ASR. Control. Dont give up now. You will loose it in seconds.

Taking a deep breath I excused myself for using the washroom. Since both the families were too busy to notice anything I sneaked into the kitchen expertly.

Pheww

But I was took quick in my assumption about escaping the danger.

As soon as I walked into the kitchen a hand clasped around my wrist and pulled me with such unexpected force that I had no option but to move towards the said hand. It happened within seconds. One moment I stood at the entrance of the kitchen and the very next moment I found myself plastered at the counter.

Two milky white arms caged me. My eyes followed up those familiar arms only to meet a brightly lit up face of Khushi Gupta. My heart was in mouth and my body trembled acknowledging her presence.
"Tum...Tum ye kya kar rhi ho Khushi...Please...thoda door raho Koi aajayega..."
(You...You should not stand so close...Please....keep distance Anyone can come...)
I trailed with a stutter.

The arms now switched positions and coiled around my neck. Khushis thumbs were now caressing my neck making me gasp in pleasure. My jaw dropped on the floor with her proximity. Our families are just outside...they can catch us any minute now...
"To...HUM KISI SE NAI DARTE....AB TO AAP HUMARE HONEWALE PATI HAI...IS SAB KI AADAT DAAL LIJIYE. Waise bhi aaj aap ekdum Supercute lgrhe hain."
(So....I AM NOT SCARED OF ANYONE...NOW YOU ARE MY SOON TO BE HUSBAND...YOU SHOULD MAKE A HABIT OF THIS FROM NOW ON. Also you are looking Supercute today).

I gulped at her words.
"Listen Khushi. I think I should leave now. I am sure everyone has noticed our absence so we should..."
I tried to convince her to let me leave.

Her seductive touches took another turn and now her fingers were tracing my lips slowly and casually as if it was a daily task of hers.
"Okay MERE CHILGOZE...."
(Okay MY PINE NUT)...

CHILGOZEEEE??????

Hearing the endearment all the blood rushed back in my face. I am sure I resemble a tomato at the moment.
"CHI...CHIL....CHILGOZEEE?????"
Damn you fool keep stuttering as usual.

"Aye Khushi...where are you....get the sweets for your in-laws quickly."
A loud voice of Buaji reached our ears.

Khushi slightly loosened her grip which allowed me to leave. I stepped away from her but I felt a firm hand gripping my collar. Khushis face was almost touching mine. The pounding of my heart was incontrollable now.
"Jaane se pehle ek Kiss to banti hai. Aur waise bhi Romance ki Speed abhi theek nai kari to phir saari zindagi CHUNNU AUR MUNNU KA WAIT KRNA PADEGA."
(You cannot leave before a Kiss. And also I believe I will have to correct your Speed of Romance orelse I will have to wait my entire life to have MY LITTLE MUNCHKINS...)

PHIR SE CHUNNU MUNNU???
(AGAIN THE KIDS TALK????)

My redness again made an appearance as expected.
"Khushi please stop. Orelse I will die out of shame."
I mumbled looking keenly at the floor.

A finger on my chin lifted my head.
"A deal is a deal Mr. Raizada. Kiss me and leave."
Hazel eyes trapped me in a trance.

And then I could do nothing but stare at her pink full lips. Giving up my control I reduced the distance between is and kissed those sweet honey like lips. I smiled into the kiss realizing how beautiful will be the dynamics of our relationship very soon. She too smiled making me realise our mutual happiness.

I let go off her and could not resist to ask.
"Ab jaane ki Ijaazat hai kya?"
(Do I have the Permission to leave now?)

I recieved a chaste kiss in response. And her mischievious eyes watched me intensely.
"Kabhi MysorePak wali sweet khai hai Arnavji...?"
(Have you ever tasted MysorePak sweet Arnavji...?)

I found the question a little out of subject but still answered truthfully. I was too curious to know the reason behind this sudden question.
"Once when I was a kid. Why Khushi?"

"Aapke Lips ekdum MysorePak jaise hain. Mouthmelting. Humara to dil hi nahi bharta."
( Your Lips taste like MysorePak. Mouthmelting. I am only left with wanting more).

Hearing her words I gasped loudly and rushed out from the kitchen without looking back at Khushi. I was about to join the other when I banged into a hard body.

What the....

A flabbergasted Akaash apologized to me profusely.
"Sorry...sorry Bhai...I..actually....Payalji...Uhh....Nothing...Excuse me..."

WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON....DID MY BROTHER ALSO STUTTER LIKE ME?? WHY? AND HE MENTIONED PAYALS NAME?? ARE WE RAIZADA BROTHERS DESTINED TO STAMMER IN FRONT OF GUPTA SISTERS???

Composing myself I joined the others in the living room giving a slight nod to Nani. She smiled in return. Di gave me a teasing smirk knowing to well the reason of my absence.

"Chotte Madhumatiji has agreed for your and Khushis marriage. And we have selected next weeks date as your wedding day. From tomorrow onwards we can start the pre wedding events. Is it alright with you?"
Nani asked eagerly.

"Thats perfect Nani."
I said in my ASR style. Everyone congratulated me. While I felt like pumping my fist in the air. Wow. Finally.

Its Happening....

Me n Khushi...

Always and Forever.
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What The....
All of YOU are supposed to attend the wedding. I dont Need any Excuses. I will ask Aman to arrange a Pick and Drop service for you people. DEAL....??