SS: The Synchronizing Forces (Chp 8)

Chapter 8

Arnav was upset at himself for saying things which he didn’t mean. Firstly, talking about her didn’t make him upset. It gave a new feeling. And secondly, the ASR in him didn’t like the fact that he selected Khushi. But he was a bit happy as he would see her now more frequently. ‘What the…’ yelled his mind. Images of her dancing made it impossible for him to drive. His drive to his home, which is 15 minutes long on a ‘normal’ day, seemed to take ages. For the first time, he didn’t want to go home. Not without her. ‘What the…’ yelled his mind again. He stopped his car at a dead end and closed his eyes to clear his mind. But that made things worse. All he could see was her. Leaning back on his seat, he didn’t know how long he sat there like that. He was so unaware of his surroundings too. He had no idea where he was. ‘May be I took the wrong turn’ he thought to himself. Just then a loud horn from behind shook him to reality. It seemed never ending.

“What the…”

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“Khushi! Khushi! Mehul has accepted! You are coming with me tonight! Yay! Yay! Yay!” Varsha was shouting and jumping just like a kid jumps on seeing a chocolate.

Khushi was having a hard time trying to recognize what Varsha was saying. “How can a man make a woman go crazy?”

“WHAT?” asked Varsha, who was…. Blank.

Realizing what she had just said Khushi was trying to make up. “Oh. What were you saying, Varsh? I’m sorry I was blabbering. I didn’t get what you were saying!”

“Would you bother to explain why you just said what you said now?” Varsha was getting naughtier at the moment.

“Oh.. That’s just…um..er…what to say… I watch this show called ‘Iss pyaar..’ on TV… You must too watch it… It’s actually a fantastic romantic drama. You know the chemistry they have is just mind-blowing. I was just wondering how the hero could make the heroine feel the way she feels… Nothing much”

“Oh, really? Were you thinking just of that or something like an example in real?”

“What? I’m just thinking of that you know… I’m kinda addicted to it.”

Varsha was enjoying every moment. She was no way buying her lame explanation.

“Anyways… It’s getting late. Come’ on. Let’s make a move.” Urged Varsha.

“Yes. I’ll just tell Mehul and come.”

“Khush, she has left already. She asked me to inform you. Sorry, I forgot to tell you before.”

“Really? Well, she never leaves me like this…” said a confused Khushi.

“Khushi, I need to talk with you…”

“What’s it?”

“Not in here, Khush. Let’s talk in the car.”

“Okay. Is it anything serious?”

“Well… It’s about-”

“Ting tong: Announcement: We request the owner of Vehicle number DL 07 BA…” came the announcement on the speaker.

“Oops, Khush! I forgot that I didn’t park the vehicle ‘properly’ as I was late. I need to rush. Come soon, Khush!” saying this Varsha ran towards the exit.

Khushi was in deep thought. ‘What was she saying? What did she want to talk?’ she mused. Her eyes darted to the stage. In an instant it went to the first seat. ‘He was sitting there’ Her brain was flooded with thoughts of him. His gaze…

“KHUSHI!!!!!!” Varsha was shouting from the entrance. “Make it fast! What are you doing there? Come soon!”

Shaking herself out of the thoughts, she ran towards the car.

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Driving the car, Varsha wanted to start a conversation. But she was sure anout one thing. Khushi was absolutely thinking of Arnav.

“Uffo…It has become really late. I thought of introducing you to Anjali Di today. I think we can’t see her today.” said Varsha.

“Anjali Di is….?”

“Oh. I didn’t say about her right? She’s Arnav’s sister. She’s such a sweet person with a golden heart. I don’t think anybody could be more polite than her.”

“You said she’s Arnav’s sister, right?”

“Yes.”

“Then how could she be polite.”

Varsha burst out into laughter. “Arnav’s different, di is different! Come ‘on Khush! Don’t be silly!”

“Oh… You were saying we needed to talk about something”

“Oh yeah…. Actually I wanted to know about Mehul… How is she… I mean... what kind of person is she?”

“Mehul’s a nice person. She’s really friendly. She’s straight forward and frank. Never hides a thing.”

“Oh.. Does she have a grudge against someone? Or kind of prejudiced towards people?”

“Nope… She isn’t like that… Why are you suddenly asking about her? Is anything wrong?”

“No it isn’t like that. I just wanted to know… You know… Get to know more about her.”

“Oh. Okay…”

Varsha knew Khushi was not interested in talking about her. She decided to have some fun.

“You know, Khushi, Arnav-” Varsha was cut off by Khushi’s reaction.

“What? What did you say Varsha? Can you come back again? Sorry I wasn’t listening, I…”

“Hey hey hey, slow down there… I was just… Forget it!”

Varsha got the answer. ‘Khush likes Arnie!!!! Yeah bring it on! Three cheers for Varsha for this awesome fantabulous Idea’ her mind war relishing the moment. “Yay!” yelled Varsha out of excitement.

“What?” asked Khushi who did not like getting disturbed when she was thinking hard about him.

“Nothing. I’m sorry for disturbing your thinking process…I’m sure you’re thinking about Arnav now.” Varsha was confident that Khushi wouldn’t even be listening as she was totally into deep thought.

“It’s okay.” said an uninterested Khushi. It took two minutes for her to realize what Varsha meant. She was about to explain Varsha but immediately gave up the idea as she knew it was pointless discussing a statement which was already proven.

The car came to a halt. “Have we reached your home?” asked a curious Khushi.

“Almost there… But I don’t know whose car it is…” said Varsha pointing to the front.

Just then Varsha’s eyes set to the number plate.

“What’s he doing here at this time?” exclaimed a shocked Varsha. Having her palm on the horn she pressed it continuously.

All they both could here was a mute “What the…” coming from the other car.

“Who is it Varsha?” asked Khushi.

“It’s Arnav.” said Varsha taking her mobile from her bag.

“What are you doing here at this time, Arnav?” she asked Arnav on the phone.

“Where am I? I...Oh My God…What am I doing here?” exclaimed Arnav.

“What do you mean by ‘What am I doing here?’? Didn’t you see where you were driving? Thank god you didn’t get yourself killed! Gosh!”

“I was thinking about Khu-… I mean… I was talking on the phone and I didn’t concentrate on driving… You know it happens with me all the time.”

“Hmmm… You’re excused…Now would you please bother to move your car?” Suddenly Varsha got an idea. “Why don’t you stay at my place for the night? I’ll talk with di.”

“What? No… I’m going… I’ve got to do a lot of work. I’ll stay another day?”

“No way, I’m not going to leave you this time. I’m sure you do all your work in your laptop and you are never without that second wife of yours. And if you stay today, maybe I can assist you with the work.”

“No…. I need to spend some time alone.”

“Okay fine. I’m sure we both will miss you today. Bye, Arnav!”

“Hey wait! Don’t cut the phone. What do you mean by ‘both’?”

“I and Khushi decided to stay together tonight! Thought we’d all have some fun! But as you’re too busy tonight I’m excusing you! Buh bye, now. And please move that stupid SUV of yours.”

“Don’t call it stupid. You know I love my car and…” ‘Arnav, stop chattering and accept her offer. You’re no way letting go of the golden chance’ yelled his mind. “Leave that. I was thinking your idea is great, you know. It would really make the work a lot easier if you assist me tonight. So, how about I stay here tonight?” questioned Arnav.

“Okay, that’s alright. Now please please move your car out of my way!” exclaimed Varsha who was so proud of herself for doing a great job. ‘Di, I’m sure you’ll hug me for my plan!’

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A note: Stay tuned.... Rabba Ves on the way!