Part8

Arvind chuckled seeing Ratna roaming here and there. He has no idea what was happening in his son's life, unlike Ratna.

Arvind: what happened to you? if you want to go "walking" then I will take you to the park where you can walk without any disturbance.

Ratna went to sit beside him. Arvind sensed her restlessness.

Arvind: Are you ok? Anything you want to say?

She leaned on his shoulder.

Ratna: I'm feeling negative vibes from our children Arvind.

Arvind: Say it clearly.

Ratna narrated everything which she was noticing. Ratna's tension budged into Arvind.

Ratna: I don't like Chotte staying at office leaving Khushi here. We should do something. She said her idea to Arvind which could keep them together.

Arvind: Do you think chotte will accept this idea?

Ratna: Definitely he will. I know my son. I know how much he was excited to marry Khushi. If I'm right then the problem should be with Khushi.

Arvind: Ok. Do whatever you want. I'm with you. I just want our children happy.

Dinner table.

Khushi was sitting beside Arnav and Ratna was opposite to her. Ratna nudged Arvind to start..

Arvind: Chotte what do you think about Mr. Bhatiya? Do you decide anyone to his post?

Arnav: Not yet Dad. I don't think that anyone can fit into his place in AR. He is such a great designer and a loyal employee also.

Arvind: Khushi beta Shashi told me that you finished your graduation in fashion designing right?

Khushi nodded yes. Arnav started draw patens in his plate. In some way, he guessed what was coming. Actually this was also in his list to keep Khushi with him all the time. His parents were faster than him they started action before he starts his. Now he was clear that Ratna sensed something.

Ratna: why not you join in AR then?

Khushi was not so happy with the suggestion. Being with her husband 24*7 can't be a good idea. She was supposed to deny, but stopped by Ratna's next stance.

Ratna: you should not get Jealous knowing that how AR girls are admiring chotte.

Khushi saw Arnav smirking. That's it. This is what she wants. "EVIDENCE". It will give her enough evidence to prove him wrong, if not wrong then at least not so good. Arnav didn't look at her. He was waiting to hear her answer. Maximum chance is for rejection. But giving him a surprise she agreed.

Khushi: sure Aunty,(pointing her thumb towards Arnav) If he doesn't have any problem.

Arnav: what problem could I have in having my wife with me all the time? he smirked.

Khushi: I don't have much experience that's what I tried to say.

Arvind: Designing need imagination beta. That's the highest source of creativity.

Arnav(with his lap sided smile): you have no idea how "GOOD" your Bahu in that subject Dad. You can't even imagine her IMAGINATION. You will be stunned if you come to know about her imagination.

Arvind: Really?

Arnav: yah no one can imagine as she does. Hai na Khushi? (he asked teasingly hinting that she is having the wrong image about his character.)

Khushi nervously smiled at him which he liked to do again.

Arvind: you could join us whenever you want.

Khushi: Tomorrow? (she asked hurriedly which surprised everyone.)

Ratna: Sure. Why not? Right chotte?

Arnav: yah why not? ( he said with a content smile)

Khushi: Then I will make arrangement to join tomorrow.

She left to her room. Ratna sat leaning over the chair looking at Arnav and received a pleasant smile from him.

Ratna: What's going between you two Chotte?

Arnav was silent.

Arvind: Anything serious?

Arnav(nodded yes): very serious Dad. Khushi is a MISANDRIST who hates MEN from the core of her Heart.

Ratna(in disbelief): What?

Arnav: It's not because of society or any third person but just because of her own father and brother.

Ratna: shall we talk to her?

Arnav: No Mom. It's not a matter to be sorted out by communicating. It's a kind of aversion which was firmly rooted in her heart. She brought up witnessing her mother's tears every day whom she loved more than anything. Adding to it her brother followed his father's footsteps by hurting his wife. I saw an extreme hatred in her eyes when she talked about them.

He told everything, which abutted them from the root. Arnav consoled them by revealing his deal over their divorce. They know how their son was. They felt proud of his confidant.

Arvind: shall I talk to Shashi.

Arnav: No Dad that will make the situation only worse. Khushi may take it as an advantage and leave our home if it comes in open which I can't offer. She should stay with me in these six months. It is the only source, I have to mend her. I don't want her to know that you people know everything. You also maintain like you no nothing.

Ratna: Do you think that you can win her? (she asked worriedly)

Arnav: I don't know that I could win her but definitely I won't lose her for sure.

Arvind: I'm sorry Chotte. I did mistake by believing Shashi blindly.

Arnav: No dad you did right. Khushi needs someone whom she can trust. I want to be the one. She is not wrong Dad. She faced enough to hate MEN. She hates marriage and hates ME, because she didn't get the chance to see the brighter side of those. It's not her mistake. Poor she, life always showed her only it's negative side. In fact she is "UNSECURED" If she get security then she will feel better. As a husband, it's my duty to make her feel so. For that, I want you guys by my side.

Ratna: Always chotte. I too want my Bahu with us. I can't let her go just like that. She is our asset. I will be happy if you make her happy. And I'm very proud today, more than the day when I gave birth to you. If anyone else would have been in your place then they would have given up thinking that all the doors are closed or got angry with Khushi and her family. But you?

Arvind: Yes chotte Ratna is right. How could you see only positive even in negative?

Arnav: If you LOVE someone, their mistake will go OUT OF FOCUS from our views Dad. So that I got the grip of the tread before it slips from my clutch. What if it is just an edge? Let her fly freely like a KITE thinking that she is out of control. But my clutch on the tread will never go from my hand.

Arvind and Ratna were in cloud nine for having such a GEM as their son. They will get peaceful sleep leaving everything on him. Ratna stopped him before he leaves.

Ratna(worriedly): Be care full chotte. What if she behaves violently?

Arnav knew in which manner she is talking.

Arnav: I know Mom. I took three days to collect details about her. I even consulted a psychiatrist. She inquired me about Khushi's gesture when I was flirting with her. As I didn't see any loath or anger but only nervousness and fear doctor gave me GO AHEAD signal. The important point which gives courage to the doctor is, Khushi said "she is HELL GUILTY for spoiling my life". So she won't harm me for sure. And don't forget, your Bahu herself admitted that I'M "TOO" HANDSOME. (they chuckled) Let see how your Bahu will hold herself from falling for me.

Ratna: Then get inside before she falls asleep. Saying she went to her room smilingly.

Arnav(in mind): Sleep? I can bet, today she won't. (he smiled at his own thought)

To be continued.....