Chapter 134
Part 7 :
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PROMO :
Some truths are never Hidden : Coming Sooon
She moved backward shaking her head.. Had he really got to know about the truth.. The truth she had been Hiding from him since two weeks.. Her mind began to Reel back as she balanced herself gathering her items..
She tried to walk past him but he pulled her back close to him Tightly.. Her breath hitched as he stared down in her eyes digging down her soul.. She could never keep the truth away from him by staying so close in his arms..
Shilpa : Armaan Leave me..
Armaan : Not this time.. We need to Tackle this Together..
She gave a bitter laugh speaking sarcastically..
Shilpa : WE.. ?? IT was never WE Armaan... Did u Forget u were avoiding me all These days.. ?
He stayed calm but kept his gaze fixed on her..
Armaan : I was Wrong.. I shouldnt have..
Shilpa : Leave me Armaan.. I dont Need you..
Armaan : But Someone Else Needs Me.. You are hiding from me right..
Her fear rose with her heartbeat.. Did he really Knew.. No this cant be happening She had to leave As soon as possible..
She tried to move past him again but this time he pulled her back closer.. Face to face she could clearly see deep down in her eyes as her eyes welled up feeling helpless in his arms.. Staring down at her he spoke in a painful Whisper..
Armaan : You Are Pregnant With my Baby.. Arent You.. ??
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Part 8 :
2 Days Later:
Concentrating back in her work she kept studying the files when someone barged inside her cabin.. She glanced up and took a breath of relief seeing Anjali..
Shilpa : You startled me Anjie..
Anjali : So were you Expecting him to come and barge inside..
Shilpa looked away with a bitter smile..
Shilpa : I told you he wont even wish to see my Face.. Anyways what are you doing here.. ?
Anjali : I had a break.. So i thought i will come and check up on you.. You are looking more horrible compared to yesterday..
Shilpa rubbed her head closing her eyes..
Shilpa : I dont know.. Feeling uneasy and Dizzy from yesterday.. Maybe i ate something bad..
Anjali : Why dont you take a day off.. look at you Shilpa you look so weak..
Shilpa : I am fine Anjie.. If i go home i will get bored.. I am fine here only...
Anjali : Ok Fine.. Sheesh am so late i have to go now.. And you.. Take care and dont stress yourself..
Shilpa gave a nod as Anjali left the cabin.. She stared at the door for a while and glanced down at the papers..
Shilpa : Oh i better get copies of them..
Shilpa headed out of her cabin with the papers going through them when suddenly she collided with someone.. She gasped and balanced herself gripping the Papers tight.. She narrowed her eyes at Armaan who glanced at her in surprise and looked away quickly.. Her heart clenched in pain seeing ignorance in his eyes..
On the other hand Armaan was surprised as he saw Shilpa.. It had been two days since he had been avoiding her.. Not even once coming in her way.. He did his work in his office and patiently waited until she leaves office... But for how long he could carry on his avoiding session..
He came out of his thoughts as he noticed her walking towards the photocopy machine taking out copies.. Uneasily he followed her and for a minute stood staring at her face..
Armaan : Shilpaa..
Shilpa went stiff as she heard his deep voice behind her.. For second she stoo still not daring to face him.. What was he doing here.. Werent they avoiding eachother.. The least thing right now in her mind was confronting with him.. She felt too weak and vulnerable.. Still putting a brave look on her face she turned around facing him..
Armaan looked down from her scrutinizing gaze for a second feeling loss of words.. Awkwardness grew between them as the tension filled in the air.. She was about to leave when he got back his voice and courage..
Armaan : You have to come with me on a meeting..
Shilpa stared at him and took a breath of relief.. Professional talks were always better.. But as her stomach started to feel uneasy she hesitated in taking the decision..
Shilpa : Lunch.. ? I dont think so.. I am not quiet feeling well for a meeting.. Carry on..
He shook his head for a second staring at her with a concerned look..
Armaan : I would have.. But as we are business partners.. They want to meet us both to carry on with project.. They want to do it Today..
She bit her lip looking around wondering what to do..
Armaan : It wont take much time.. I will make sure its over soon..
Shilpa drew a breath and gave a nod bravely..
Shilpa : Ok.. I will go to the meeting..
As they set in the beautiful Restaurant Armaan slowly glanced at Shilpa who kept her gaze stick on her food.. Suddenly he started to regret his decision for asking her to come with him to the meeting.. The look on her face , She looked tired and weak.. She looked so vulnerable he started to feel guilty seeing his condition as he knew he was the sole reason for everything..
Armaan passed a smile at his clients and carried on with further discussion.. But again his eyes drifted back to her worriedly seeing her condition.. He moved his hand and kept on hers pressing it lightly..
Armaan : Whats wrong.. ? You look sick..
She glanced at him startled and pulled away her hand instantly clearing her throat..
Shilpa : I am absolutely fine..
But as few minutes passed Shilpa regretted her own words.. As she swallowed the food she felt her stomach churn and nuisance takeover.. Abruptly she got up from her seat and excused herself while Armaan kept staring at her with his eyes full of concern.. Turning back to his clients he forced a smile shaking their hands..
Armaan : I guess we should call of the meeting for the moment..
Feeling weak and tired she walked out of the washroom to see Armaan who was pacing near the door with a worried look on his face.. Feeling uneasy with his presence she avoided him and walked past him out of the restaurant .. Armaan hesitantly followed her as she started to look for a taxi..
Armaan : What happened.. You are really sick..
She kept her gaze on the road and spoke coldly..
Shilpa : I am fine.. Now Plzz excuse me i need to go home..
Armaan : Let me drop you Home..
Shilpa closed her eyes and turned to him shaking her head..
Shilpa : Now that we have started to drift apart , i think we should just avoid eachother for a good.. And as for business we can be only Professional Partners.. There is nothing personal between us now... Not anymore..
He stared at her stunned by her words as she walked off taking a taxi.. He swallowed a lump in his throat trying to digest his words.. No matter how hard he tried not to be effected her words started to hurt his gut..
2 Weeks Later :
The 2 Weeks passed like the most horrible days for Shilpa.. It didint make her feel any good working in the same place with Armaan while he was deliberately avoiding her.. It hurt bad.. And adding to more pain she started to get more weak and sickness overpowered making it difficult for her to concentrate on her work.. Instead she would most of day lie on her bed not bothering to go Office.. Anjali and Padma started to get worried on her condition frequently begged her to go to Doctors and get a checkup done.. Finally giving in Shilpa went to the hospital and got all the tests done and they promised to her to deliver the reports to her office..
The next Day Shilpa kept working on her project when the clerk came inside with a delivery for her.. Instantly She took out her reports when her phone rang..
Shilpa : Hey Anjie..
Anjali : I told you dont go office still you went.. Listen did the reports come.. ?
Shilpa : Ahan... It just arrived.. Am checking it now..
Anjali : Am waiting.. Tell me soon whats in the reports
Shilpa opened her mouth to reply but instantly closed it as her eyes grew wide seeing the last lines.. Her heartbeat nearly stopped as the reports fell down on the desk from her hands as she realized the real reason behind her sickness.. How can this happen.. Why didint she think about it before..
Shilpa moved back to Reality as Anjali started to speak impatiently..
Anjali : Tell me Shilpa.. What did come in the report.. ??
Shilpa cleared her tears and gripped her shaking hand holding the phone tightly..
Shilpa : Anjie i need to go somewhere right now.. I will call you later bye..
Armaan let out a frustrated groan as he moved away his file feeling uneasy... From past two weeks he had been trying his best to avoid her as much he can.. She never complained.. Or was bothered about it.. And that made him feel more guilty with each passing day.. But in between somedays whenever she came to office he got to see small glimpse of her which worried him... She was growing sick.. He could cleary notice from her face.. And it bothered him sometimes when he found her cabin empty.. What was wrong with her .. ? As he knew Shilpa was the most Punctual person who wud hardly miss out any day of work.. Something was surely going wrong with her..
He felt a chill run down his spine as he remembered the moments of that night.. He tried everytime badly not to even think about it.. But strangely it always made his goosebumps rise when he recalled every single touch.. Sinfully it felt right.. He was lost , confused over the strange new feelings.. He couldnt decide what he wanted in the end..
Armaan let out a bitter laugh.. Who was his kidding.. Avoiding her wasnt something he could do.. It would only hurt her more.. Make things worse between them.. Thats not what he wanted.. Instead he wanted to make things normal between them.. Bring back the old feeling which always they had shared together.. But was it possible ?
Armaan finally decided what he needed to do.. He got up from his seat and walked out of the cabin determinedly..
Armaan : Shilpaa .. ?
Armaan peeked inside her cabin and frowned to see it Empty.. He walked inside looking around.. He glanced at the table and saw her items there on place.. But where was she.. Surely she cant go home without her items.. He started to leave when something caught in his eye.. Curiously he took the paper a sort of reports in his hand and opened it.. She must have done a checkup.. He wondered as he went through the papers..
As his eyes came on the last line he went stiff and stared at the paper holding it tight.. He put it down and ran a hand in his hair stunned with the sudden news.. He sank in the chair glancing back on the papers for a while.. So it was the reason she ran away.. Folding it and putting on his jacket pocket Armaan stood up and walked outside..
Shilpa walked inside her cabin slowly.. She felt tired , frustrated and confused.. How can this happen with her.. How can such a big change come into her life.. A while ago she had walked around the city trying to think clearly.. What to do next.. What she is required to do.. And finally concluded it was in her hands now to make her own life.. Brushing away the tear she approached the table looking for the reports.. She frowned a she searched through the files.. Where was it.. Suddenly she heard him speak making her gasp in surprise..
Armaan : Looking For something ?
She moved backward shaking her head.. Had he really got to know about the truth.. The truth she wanted to hide from him.. Her mind began to Reel back as she balanced herself gathering her items..
She tried to walk past him but he pulled her back close to him Tightly.. Her breath hitched as he stared down in her eyes digging down her soul.. She could never keep the truth away from him by staying so close in his arms..
Shilpa : Armaan Leave me..
Armaan : Not this time.. We need to Tackle this Together..
She gave a bitter laugh speaking sarcastically..
Shilpa : WE.. ?? IT was never WE Armaan... Did u Forget u were avoiding me all These days.. ?
He stayed calm but kept his gaze fixed on her..
Armaan : I was Wrong.. I shouldnt have avoided you.. I was wrong to run away...
Shilpa : Leave me Armaan.. I dont Need you..
Armaan : But Someone Else Needs Me.. You are hiding from me right..
Her fear rose with her heartbeat.. Did he really Knew.. No this cant be happening She had to leave As soon as possible..
She tried to move past him again but this time he pulled her back closer.. Face to face she could clearly see deep down in her eyes as her eyes welled up feeling helpless in his arms.. Staring down at her he spoke in a painful Whisper..
Armaan : You Are Pregnant With my Baby.. Arent You.. ??
Her struggles stopped as she stood motionless in his arms staring in his eyes with tears.. God he knew about it.. He got to know about her pregnancy... Armaan noticed the change in her expression.. He would back and took out the report from his jacket pocket..
Armaan : You Forgot this.. On your Table..
She snatched the paper from his hand and clutched it to her heart tightly.. It was something showing her the new reality of her life... She was pregnant.. A new life was attached with her.. But what pained most was the realization that she was pregnant with his child.. She spoke in a pained voice staring at him with the realization..
Shilpa : I am pregnant.. Armaan Mallik You made me Pregnant with your Child..
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After wrapping up her work Shilpa got out of her cabin feeling way too tired after finishing her work for the day... She knew it was pregnancy which was making it hard for her to be energetic.. And she knew coming few months were gonna be more tough on her.. She walked inside the elevator and leaned on the wall and tried to push the button when he walked inside the Elevator.. She gasped , startled with his sudden appearance.. Usually He would stay back until she left they both had a good excuse of avoiding eachother.. Feeling tensed Shilpa moved to the corner avoiding his presence.. Armaan glanced at her from the corner of his eyes , determined to confront wid her anyhow.. As the door flew open and She hurried outside he followed her and took her arm , pinning her to the wall.. Shilpa narrowed her gaze at him and struggled under his grip.. Her gaze roamed around the parking lot but not even a single soul was present there except them.. He leaned towards her looking in her eyes , and spoke carefully picking up the words..
Armaan : Go home get freshed.. Be ready within an hour.. I will come to pick up up..
Shilpa instantly protested..
Shilpa : I already Told you I can come myself.. I dont need your help
She tried hard to struggle.. Knowing her weak state he let her go easily surprising her a bit.. Shilpa quickly turned around to leave..
Armaan : How will you reach the party when you dont even have any idea about the address or venue ?
A halt came to her steps as she turned around to face him.. He was leaning to the wall wid folded arms with a cool expression on his face.. Shilpa felt her anger rise as she tried to speak in calm voice..
Shilpa : Give me the address.. I will come myself..
Ignoring her demand he moved forward close to her.. She could clearly smell his rich intoxicating aftershave making her forget about the problems between them from a minute.. She just stared at him in wonder as he stared back at her blankly... Her lips trembled as his eyes lazily drifted down on her lips studying it for a minute.. Shilpa closed her eyes with a raspy breath and glanced back at him when he spoke in a deep rich voice..
Armaan : I have 2 things to Tell you.. First thing I am not telling you the Venue.. Second thing as i know where the party is held i will come to pick you up..
Stunned she stared at him as he left her alone in the parking lot thinking about what he have just said.. Did he actually gave her much choice.. Not Really.. Shilpa shook her head and left to home consoling her mind this was gonna be last meet with him..
As the entered the party together with plastered fake smiles Armaan instantly regretted his Decision of bringing her into the Party.. The party was on full swing , too much music and people were crowded.. He glanced at Shilpa who stood stiff feeling uncomfortable with the atmosphere.. He gave a squeeze to her hand and spoke softly..
Armaan : I will take you out of here very soon I promise..
To his surprise She glanced up at him and gave a nod with hopeful eyes.. He looked away when suddenly he felt something clench in his heart..
They headed together to the clients and started to do business talks.. Armaan initially got involved in the business talks while Shilpa stood with least interest and she started to get a throbbing headache.. How she wished to head back home and sleeping peacefully.. Her body was protesting to get some sleep , her muscles were tensed and stiff.. She glanced at them and silently walked towards the sitting area and took a seat tiredly..
Suddenly she felt her stomach knot and herself getting sick.. She had to make up to the washroom fast before it led to anything embarrassing.. Quickly She headed inside and started to throw up.. She hated whenever she felt sick it made her miserable whenever the feeling of vomit rose.. It wud always make tears come in her eyes with a pain in chest.. Coughing lightly She washed her mouth and ran a hand on her chest feeling a sudden pain.. She had to get back home as soon as possible.. Shilpa decided instantly.. But as she turned around to leave everything started to spin and she fainted on the spot..
Armaan gave a final nod and glanced around frowning.. Where did she go now.. Excusing himself from the clients he started to look around for her worriedly knowing she was not feeling well.. He searched everywhere when his gaze came towards the crowd forming near the washroom.. His instincts shot up, his heartbeat rose as he headed towards the crowd.. Breaking it he walked inside and stood still watching in horror as he saw her limp body on the floor of washroom...
She woke up startled as she glanced around confused for a minute.. Shilpa held her throbbing head as she realized she was in his apartment.. She rubbed her head and closed her eyes when suddenly she felt his arms around her pulling her into a comforting hug.. At first she tried to struggle but gave up feeling too weak to argue.. Instead she felt nice being held in his strong arm.. They stayed like that for a long time without a word.. But soon Shilpa realized the closeness , she moved back feeling awkward..
Shilpa : I should go back home.. I need some sleep..
Armaan : Shilpa listen to me..
Shilpa glanced up and noticed a sudden desperation and worry in his eyes.. What was he going to do now.. She knew she had to get away from him before something else could hit her..
Shilpa : I need to leave..
Armaan : Listen to me..
This time his voice came more urgent making her feel uneasy.. Instantly she started to babble taking her bag..
Shilpa : I have work tomorrow.. But before that i need some sleep .. I need to go home and..
He interrupted by suddenly gripping her arms pulling her down on the bed infront of him.. She stayed quiet but stared at him with a thudding heart.. He stared deep down in her eyes and spoke in a deep and yearning voice..
Armaan : Marry me
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I am not able to regret what happened that night the words rang in her mind awakening some strange feelings within her heart.. Definitely he couldnt mean it...
Shilpa : Armaan.. Leave..
Armaan : But Shilpa..
Shilpa got up from the sofa creating distance between them.. She couldnt risk to get close to him again.. This cant happen again..
Shilpa : I dont want you to say thing which you dont mean.. Just leave..
She stood still as his eyes got dark a glint of determination in them..
Armaan : Every word i am saying i mean it from heart..
Shilpa shook her head with sudden confusion rising in her mind..
Shilpa : This cant happen.. We are just friends.. Already things are ruined between us.. Just get away before things get worse..
She tried to walk past him but he pulled her back in his arms tightly staring down at her.. They gasped together same time as their body collided together.. He glanced at her surprised while she stared at him with the sudden touch of their body which brought out a spark.. Recovering from the moment she tried to free herself..
Shilpa : Armaan plzz leave me.. I am telling you Leave now..
Instead he grasped her tight searching her face desperately..
Armaan : Not until you answer my question..
Shilpa : Now what you need to know..
She tried her best to free herself from his hold.. For a moment she succeeded to get away from his grip.. But he was fast as he pulled her back into his arms with her back facing to him.. He gripped her waist while she stayed powerless feeling his cold body against her , his hot breath touching her neck sending shivers down her body.. She closed her eyes tightly suddenly feeling the buried feelings rise again.. She opened her eyes as he spoke softly..
Armaan : You need to tell me.. Why cant i regret anything.. My heartbeat rise whenever the blur images appears.. I feel like am living in the moment every time.. I dont feel uneasy i am not even able to regret even a single moment..
She stayed silent hearing him speak the words.. He turned her back making her face him , touching his forehead with hers he stared down in her eyes trying to search for the answers..
Armaan : Tell me Shilpa.. What happened that night.. Did i force myself on you.. Or you actually gave in.. Willingly..
She bit her lip looking away as she gripped his waist trying to hold herself in the place.. She didint want to confess to him.. One sided love could never make a relationship.. She understood that fact..
Shilpa : Armaan plzz.. You have to go..
Frustrated with her behavior he gripped her arm to her back pulling her close to him.. She winced in pain and stared at him with her heartbeat rising due to the close proximity.. Their lips barely touched with eachother while he spoke hissing in anger..
Armaan : Thats what you can do everytime.. Shut me out so you dont have to answer anything..
Shilpa : For GODSAKE.. !! What do you want to hear ?
Armaan : Did i rape you.. ?
She glared at him feeling anger rise within her as she could muster enough courage to struggle against him.. Sighing she loosened the stiffness from her body calming her mind..
Shilpa : No you Didint..
She noticed his face turning relieved as he took a sigh.. The akwardness was back between them tutoring her with every passing minute..
Shilpa : You have got your answer now let me go..
She expected him to let her go at once.. But instead he firmed his grip.. She tried to protest when suddenly lights went of surrounding darkness among them.. She gasped and gripped his shirt looking around.. But soon the fear passed away as his deep voice reached her ears..
Armaan : You still have to tell me what happened on that night..
In the darkness she could hardly guess expression on his face.. But now his constant questioning was troubling her to the core.. She took a deep breath and spoke softly..
Shilpa : It was my mistake.. My choice that i let it happen.. You have got your answer now so leave..
She gasped as she felt his hands move under her shirt pulling her close to him.. He let out a frustrated groan and spoke huskily..
Armaan : Whats happening to me..
Before she could reply a word He kissed her hard with hunger and a sudden passion.. Shilpa moaned in surprise.. She wasnt expecting him to kiss her .. She tried to break free from the kiss but again her body betrayed her responding back to him , urgently moving her hands on his hair caressing it.. With a harsh sound he broke the kiss and stared at her in dark.. She couldnt make out the look on his face whether it was pure lust or desire.. Or somethinge else.. Before she could give into a second thought he pulled her in his arms carrying her to the bedroom..
She had always dreamed to get married to someone whom she love.. He would lovingly carry her to the bedroom and make love to her whole night bringing out the immense love between them..She would be treated like a princess on every passing single minute with caressing touches and soothing words.. But now as she lay on bed the dreams slowly started to fade away from her mind blocking them deep down in her heart forever.. She stared at him while he took of his shirt , not even once glancing at her.. At once he freed himself from clothes he moved down at her lightly kissing down on her neck nibbling her skin.. As he kissed her lips deeply she broke the kiss and stared at him in tears with desperation..
Shilpa : We will regret this..
He didint speak.. Instead it happened again.. A lone tear escaped from her eyes as he claimed her once again.. This time in full senses and strange willingness between them.. She held him close feeling her heart burst out with the desperation of seeking some love.. She gripped his shoulders and whispered softly..
Shilpa : I love you..
She felt him stiffen in the embrace as he heard her confess.. But she buried her head on his shoulder unable to muster enough courage to face him.. Finally the truth was out from her heart... It lightened her as she spilled out the truth.. But at the same time she prayed she havent made things much worse.. She just wished ..
The next morning Shilpa walked inside her cabin with a throbbing headache.. She tried the best to concentrate on her work but her mind kept drifting back to last night memories sending chills down her body.. They again did the same mistake.. Slept together this time in full senses with a strange willingness between them.. It bothered her whenever she wondered why he had slept with her without having any feelings towards her... Was he really lusting for her.. Shilpa held her head as the questions kept flowing in her mind worsening the headache.. She glanced down at papers with a final nod of concentrating back in her work...
Armaan paced from one side to another in his office lost in his thoughts.. The guilt kept eating him up for the disaster he had created last night.. First he couldnt believe he had slept with her again this time in full senses.. What was he thinking in that moment.. Why couldnt he hold back himself from giving into the strange uneasy attraction he had started to feel towards her.. Armaan set down on his seat as last nights thoughts ran in his mind.. Everything felt sinfully good.. The way the touch eachother, her shyness towards his every single caress , her moans which made him go crazy.. Why was it feeling so good.. I love you Armaan hissed in frustration as he rememebered the words which came out of her mouth.. Suddenly pieces started to fall on place.. It started to make sense.. Her strange behavior towards him , her reaction towards his every single touch.. Her willingness in giving into the moment of pleasure.. Armaan ran a hand in his hair in stress.. How could she love a person like him.. Someone who had nothing to offer for her... She very well knew he didint have any feeling towards her still she was loving him.. It made him wonder from how long she might have been loving him.. This was good.. He finally concluded.. He had to maintain distance with her specially after what happened between them last night.. Yes the best option was to avoid her presence as much he can.. Armaan decided drifting back his attention to his project..
Anjali : Are you nuts or what.. !!!
Shilpa : Anjie plzz dont increase my headache..
Anjali : So whatelse i should do.. Praise you.. ? Ohh Shilpa Congratulations.. You have succeeded in again making the same mistake of sleeping with the man who was forcing himself on you last time..
Shilpa : I already told you.. That was not forced..
Anjali calmed her anger taking a seat beside Shilpa..
Anjali : I still cant believe you slept with him again.. What were you thinking...
Tears welled up in her eyes which she brushed off instantly..
Shilpa : Problem is i am not able to think when he comes close to me..
Anjali : Ok now listen.. Hereafter if That jerk Armaan comes near you i am going to strangle his neck..
Shilpa : You dont have to worry about that...
Anjali : Why ?
Shilpa : Because Armaan will make sure he avoids me hereafter..
Anjali glanced at her worriedly..
Anjali : Shilpa.. What did you do.. What did you tell him..
She glanced outside the window staring up at the sky..
Shilpa : I spilled out my feelings towards him.. Which he cant accept.. Armaan Mallik cant ever love me..
Shilpa : Armaan.. Leave..
Armaan : But Shilpa..
Shilpa got up from the sofa creating distance between them.. She couldnt risk to get close to him again.. This cant happen again..
Shilpa : I dont want you to say thing which you dont mean.. Just leave..
She stood still as his eyes got dark a glint of determination in them..
Armaan : Every word i am saying i mean it from heart..
Shilpa shook her head with sudden confusion rising in her mind..
Shilpa : This cant happen.. We are just friends.. Already things are ruined between us.. Just get away before things get worse..
She tried to walk past him but he pulled her back in his arms tightly staring down at her.. They gasped together same time as their body collided together.. He glanced at her surprised while she stared at him with the sudden touch of their body which brought out a spark.. Recovering from the moment she tried to free herself..
Shilpa : Armaan plzz leave me.. I am telling you Leave now..
Instead he grasped her tight searching her face desperately..
Armaan : Not until you answer my question..
Shilpa : Now what you need to know..
She tried her best to free herself from his hold.. For a moment she succeeded to get away from his grip.. But he was fast as he pulled her back into his arms with her back facing to him.. He gripped her waist while she stayed powerless feeling his cold body against her , his hot breath touching her neck sending shivers down her body.. She closed her eyes tightly suddenly feeling the buried feelings rise again.. She opened her eyes as he spoke softly..
Armaan : You need to tell me.. Why cant i regret anything.. My heartbeat rise whenever the blur images appears.. I feel like am living in the moment every time.. I dont feel uneasy i am not even able to regret even a single moment..
She stayed silent hearing him speak the words.. He turned her back making her face him , touching his forehead with hers he stared down in her eyes trying to search for the answers..
Armaan : Tell me Shilpa.. What happened that night.. Did i force myself on you.. Or you actually gave in.. Willingly..
She bit her lip looking away as she gripped his waist trying to hold herself in the place.. She didint want to confess to him.. One sided love could never make a relationship.. She understood that fact..
Shilpa : Armaan plzz.. You have to go..
Frustrated with her behavior he gripped her arm to her back pulling her close to him.. She winced in pain and stared at him with her heartbeat rising due to the close proximity.. Their lips barely touched with eachother while he spoke hissing in anger..
Armaan : Thats what you can do everytime.. Shut me out so you dont have to answer anything..
Shilpa : For GODSAKE.. !! What do you want to hear ?
Armaan : Did i rape you.. ?
She glared at him feeling anger rise within her as she could muster enough courage to struggle against him.. Sighing she loosened the stiffness from her body calming her mind..
Shilpa : No you Didint..
She noticed his face turning relieved as he took a sigh.. The akwardness was back between them tutoring her with every passing minute..
Shilpa : You have got your answer now let me go..
She expected him to let her go at once.. But instead he firmed his grip.. She tried to protest when suddenly lights went of surrounding darkness among them.. She gasped and gripped his shirt looking around.. But soon the fear passed away as his deep voice reached her ears..
Armaan : You still have to tell me what happened on that night..
In the darkness she could hardly guess expression on his face.. But now his constant questioning was troubling her to the core.. She took a deep breath and spoke softly..
Shilpa : It was my mistake.. My choice that i let it happen.. You have got your answer now so leave..
She gasped as she felt his hands move under her shirt pulling her close to him.. He let out a frustrated groan and spoke huskily..
Armaan : Whats happening to me..
Before she could reply a word He kissed her hard with hunger and a sudden passion.. Shilpa moaned in surprise.. She wasnt expecting him to kiss her .. She tried to break free from the kiss but again her body betrayed her responding back to him , urgently moving her hands on his hair caressing it.. With a harsh sound he broke the kiss and stared at her in dark.. She couldnt make out the look on his face whether it was pure lust or desire.. Or somethinge else.. Before she could give into a second thought he pulled her in his arms carrying her to the bedroom..
She had always dreamed to get married to someone whom she love.. He would lovingly carry her to the bedroom and make love to her whole night bringing out the immense love between them..She would be treated like a princess on every passing single minute with caressing touches and soothing words.. But now as she lay on bed the dreams slowly started to fade away from her mind blocking them deep down in her heart forever.. She stared at him while he took of his shirt , not even once glancing at her.. At once he freed himself from clothes he moved down at her lightly kissing down on her neck nibbling her skin.. As he kissed her lips deeply she broke the kiss and stared at him in tears with desperation..
Shilpa : We will regret this..
He didint speak.. Instead it happened again.. A lone tear escaped from her eyes as he claimed her once again.. This time in full senses and strange willingness between them.. She held him close feeling her heart burst out with the desperation of seeking some love.. She gripped his shoulders and whispered softly..
Shilpa : I love you..
She felt him stiffen in the embrace as he heard her confess.. But she buried her head on his shoulder unable to muster enough courage to face him.. Finally the truth was out from her heart... It lightened her as she spilled out the truth.. But at the same time she prayed she havent made things much worse.. She just wished ..
The next morning Shilpa walked inside her cabin with a throbbing headache.. She tried the best to concentrate on her work but her mind kept drifting back to last night memories sending chills down her body.. They again did the same mistake.. Slept together this time in full senses with a strange willingness between them.. It bothered her whenever she wondered why he had slept with her without having any feelings towards her... Was he really lusting for her.. Shilpa held her head as the questions kept flowing in her mind worsening the headache.. She glanced down at papers with a final nod of concentrating back in her work...
Armaan paced from one side to another in his office lost in his thoughts.. The guilt kept eating him up for the disaster he had created last night.. First he couldnt believe he had slept with her again this time in full senses.. What was he thinking in that moment.. Why couldnt he hold back himself from giving into the strange uneasy attraction he had started to feel towards her.. Armaan set down on his seat as last nights thoughts ran in his mind.. Everything felt sinfully good.. The way the touch eachother, her shyness towards his every single caress , her moans which made him go crazy.. Why was it feeling so good.. I love you Armaan hissed in frustration as he rememebered the words which came out of her mouth.. Suddenly pieces started to fall on place.. It started to make sense.. Her strange behavior towards him , her reaction towards his every single touch.. Her willingness in giving into the moment of pleasure.. Armaan ran a hand in his hair in stress.. How could she love a person like him.. Someone who had nothing to offer for her... She very well knew he didint have any feeling towards her still she was loving him.. It made him wonder from how long she might have been loving him.. This was good.. He finally concluded.. He had to maintain distance with her specially after what happened between them last night.. Yes the best option was to avoid her presence as much he can.. Armaan decided drifting back his attention to his project..
Anjali : Are you nuts or what.. !!!
Shilpa : Anjie plzz dont increase my headache..
Anjali : So whatelse i should do.. Praise you.. ? Ohh Shilpa Congratulations.. You have succeeded in again making the same mistake of sleeping with the man who was forcing himself on you last time..
Shilpa : I already told you.. That was not forced..
Anjali calmed her anger taking a seat beside Shilpa..
Anjali : I still cant believe you slept with him again.. What were you thinking...
Tears welled up in her eyes which she brushed off instantly..
Shilpa : Problem is i am not able to think when he comes close to me..
Anjali : Ok now listen.. Hereafter if That jerk Armaan comes near you i am going to strangle his neck..
Shilpa : You dont have to worry about that...
Anjali : Why ?
Shilpa : Because Armaan will make sure he avoids me hereafter..
Anjali glanced at her worriedly..
Anjali : Shilpa.. What did you do.. What did you tell him..
She glanced outside the window staring up at the sky..
Shilpa : I spilled out my feelings towards him.. Which he cant accept.. Armaan Mallik cant ever love me..
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PROMO :
Some truths are never Hidden : Coming Sooon
She moved backward shaking her head.. Had he really got to know about the truth.. The truth she had been Hiding from him since two weeks.. Her mind began to Reel back as she balanced herself gathering her items..
She tried to walk past him but he pulled her back close to him Tightly.. Her breath hitched as he stared down in her eyes digging down her soul.. She could never keep the truth away from him by staying so close in his arms..
Shilpa : Armaan Leave me..
Armaan : Not this time.. We need to Tackle this Together..
She gave a bitter laugh speaking sarcastically..
Shilpa : WE.. ?? IT was never WE Armaan... Did u Forget u were avoiding me all These days.. ?
He stayed calm but kept his gaze fixed on her..
Armaan : I was Wrong.. I shouldnt have..
Shilpa : Leave me Armaan.. I dont Need you..
Armaan : But Someone Else Needs Me.. You are hiding from me right..
Her fear rose with her heartbeat.. Did he really Knew.. No this cant be happening She had to leave As soon as possible..
She tried to move past him again but this time he pulled her back closer.. Face to face she could clearly see deep down in her eyes as her eyes welled up feeling helpless in his arms.. Staring down at her he spoke in a painful Whisper..
Armaan : You Are Pregnant With my Baby.. Arent You.. ??
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Part 8 :
2 Days Later:
Concentrating back in her work she kept studying the files when someone barged inside her cabin.. She glanced up and took a breath of relief seeing Anjali..
Shilpa : You startled me Anjie..
Anjali : So were you Expecting him to come and barge inside..
Shilpa looked away with a bitter smile..
Shilpa : I told you he wont even wish to see my Face.. Anyways what are you doing here.. ?
Anjali : I had a break.. So i thought i will come and check up on you.. You are looking more horrible compared to yesterday..
Shilpa rubbed her head closing her eyes..
Shilpa : I dont know.. Feeling uneasy and Dizzy from yesterday.. Maybe i ate something bad..
Anjali : Why dont you take a day off.. look at you Shilpa you look so weak..
Shilpa : I am fine Anjie.. If i go home i will get bored.. I am fine here only...
Anjali : Ok Fine.. Sheesh am so late i have to go now.. And you.. Take care and dont stress yourself..
Shilpa gave a nod as Anjali left the cabin.. She stared at the door for a while and glanced down at the papers..
Shilpa : Oh i better get copies of them..
Shilpa headed out of her cabin with the papers going through them when suddenly she collided with someone.. She gasped and balanced herself gripping the Papers tight.. She narrowed her eyes at Armaan who glanced at her in surprise and looked away quickly.. Her heart clenched in pain seeing ignorance in his eyes..
On the other hand Armaan was surprised as he saw Shilpa.. It had been two days since he had been avoiding her.. Not even once coming in her way.. He did his work in his office and patiently waited until she leaves office... But for how long he could carry on his avoiding session..
He came out of his thoughts as he noticed her walking towards the photocopy machine taking out copies.. Uneasily he followed her and for a minute stood staring at her face..
Armaan : Shilpaa..
Shilpa went stiff as she heard his deep voice behind her.. For second she stoo still not daring to face him.. What was he doing here.. Werent they avoiding eachother.. The least thing right now in her mind was confronting with him.. She felt too weak and vulnerable.. Still putting a brave look on her face she turned around facing him..
Armaan looked down from her scrutinizing gaze for a second feeling loss of words.. Awkwardness grew between them as the tension filled in the air.. She was about to leave when he got back his voice and courage..
Armaan : You have to come with me on a meeting..
Shilpa stared at him and took a breath of relief.. Professional talks were always better.. But as her stomach started to feel uneasy she hesitated in taking the decision..
Shilpa : Lunch.. ? I dont think so.. I am not quiet feeling well for a meeting.. Carry on..
He shook his head for a second staring at her with a concerned look..
Armaan : I would have.. But as we are business partners.. They want to meet us both to carry on with project.. They want to do it Today..
She bit her lip looking around wondering what to do..
Armaan : It wont take much time.. I will make sure its over soon..
Shilpa drew a breath and gave a nod bravely..
Shilpa : Ok.. I will go to the meeting..
As they set in the beautiful Restaurant Armaan slowly glanced at Shilpa who kept her gaze stick on her food.. Suddenly he started to regret his decision for asking her to come with him to the meeting.. The look on her face , She looked tired and weak.. She looked so vulnerable he started to feel guilty seeing his condition as he knew he was the sole reason for everything..
Armaan passed a smile at his clients and carried on with further discussion.. But again his eyes drifted back to her worriedly seeing her condition.. He moved his hand and kept on hers pressing it lightly..
Armaan : Whats wrong.. ? You look sick..
She glanced at him startled and pulled away her hand instantly clearing her throat..
Shilpa : I am absolutely fine..
But as few minutes passed Shilpa regretted her own words.. As she swallowed the food she felt her stomach churn and nuisance takeover.. Abruptly she got up from her seat and excused herself while Armaan kept staring at her with his eyes full of concern.. Turning back to his clients he forced a smile shaking their hands..
Armaan : I guess we should call of the meeting for the moment..
Feeling weak and tired she walked out of the washroom to see Armaan who was pacing near the door with a worried look on his face.. Feeling uneasy with his presence she avoided him and walked past him out of the restaurant .. Armaan hesitantly followed her as she started to look for a taxi..
Armaan : What happened.. You are really sick..
She kept her gaze on the road and spoke coldly..
Shilpa : I am fine.. Now Plzz excuse me i need to go home..
Armaan : Let me drop you Home..
Shilpa closed her eyes and turned to him shaking her head..
Shilpa : Now that we have started to drift apart , i think we should just avoid eachother for a good.. And as for business we can be only Professional Partners.. There is nothing personal between us now... Not anymore..
He stared at her stunned by her words as she walked off taking a taxi.. He swallowed a lump in his throat trying to digest his words.. No matter how hard he tried not to be effected her words started to hurt his gut..
2 Weeks Later :
The 2 Weeks passed like the most horrible days for Shilpa.. It didint make her feel any good working in the same place with Armaan while he was deliberately avoiding her.. It hurt bad.. And adding to more pain she started to get more weak and sickness overpowered making it difficult for her to concentrate on her work.. Instead she would most of day lie on her bed not bothering to go Office.. Anjali and Padma started to get worried on her condition frequently begged her to go to Doctors and get a checkup done.. Finally giving in Shilpa went to the hospital and got all the tests done and they promised to her to deliver the reports to her office..
The next Day Shilpa kept working on her project when the clerk came inside with a delivery for her.. Instantly She took out her reports when her phone rang..
Shilpa : Hey Anjie..
Anjali : I told you dont go office still you went.. Listen did the reports come.. ?
Shilpa : Ahan... It just arrived.. Am checking it now..
Anjali : Am waiting.. Tell me soon whats in the reports
Shilpa opened her mouth to reply but instantly closed it as her eyes grew wide seeing the last lines.. Her heartbeat nearly stopped as the reports fell down on the desk from her hands as she realized the real reason behind her sickness.. How can this happen.. Why didint she think about it before..
Shilpa moved back to Reality as Anjali started to speak impatiently..
Anjali : Tell me Shilpa.. What did come in the report.. ??
Shilpa cleared her tears and gripped her shaking hand holding the phone tightly..
Shilpa : Anjie i need to go somewhere right now.. I will call you later bye..
Armaan let out a frustrated groan as he moved away his file feeling uneasy... From past two weeks he had been trying his best to avoid her as much he can.. She never complained.. Or was bothered about it.. And that made him feel more guilty with each passing day.. But in between somedays whenever she came to office he got to see small glimpse of her which worried him... She was growing sick.. He could cleary notice from her face.. And it bothered him sometimes when he found her cabin empty.. What was wrong with her .. ? As he knew Shilpa was the most Punctual person who wud hardly miss out any day of work.. Something was surely going wrong with her..
He felt a chill run down his spine as he remembered the moments of that night.. He tried everytime badly not to even think about it.. But strangely it always made his goosebumps rise when he recalled every single touch.. Sinfully it felt right.. He was lost , confused over the strange new feelings.. He couldnt decide what he wanted in the end..
Armaan let out a bitter laugh.. Who was his kidding.. Avoiding her wasnt something he could do.. It would only hurt her more.. Make things worse between them.. Thats not what he wanted.. Instead he wanted to make things normal between them.. Bring back the old feeling which always they had shared together.. But was it possible ?
Armaan finally decided what he needed to do.. He got up from his seat and walked out of the cabin determinedly..
Armaan : Shilpaa .. ?
Armaan peeked inside her cabin and frowned to see it Empty.. He walked inside looking around.. He glanced at the table and saw her items there on place.. But where was she.. Surely she cant go home without her items.. He started to leave when something caught in his eye.. Curiously he took the paper a sort of reports in his hand and opened it.. She must have done a checkup.. He wondered as he went through the papers..
As his eyes came on the last line he went stiff and stared at the paper holding it tight.. He put it down and ran a hand in his hair stunned with the sudden news.. He sank in the chair glancing back on the papers for a while.. So it was the reason she ran away.. Folding it and putting on his jacket pocket Armaan stood up and walked outside..
Shilpa walked inside her cabin slowly.. She felt tired , frustrated and confused.. How can this happen with her.. How can such a big change come into her life.. A while ago she had walked around the city trying to think clearly.. What to do next.. What she is required to do.. And finally concluded it was in her hands now to make her own life.. Brushing away the tear she approached the table looking for the reports.. She frowned a she searched through the files.. Where was it.. Suddenly she heard him speak making her gasp in surprise..
Armaan : Looking For something ?
She moved backward shaking her head.. Had he really got to know about the truth.. The truth she wanted to hide from him.. Her mind began to Reel back as she balanced herself gathering her items..
She tried to walk past him but he pulled her back close to him Tightly.. Her breath hitched as he stared down in her eyes digging down her soul.. She could never keep the truth away from him by staying so close in his arms..
Shilpa : Armaan Leave me..
Armaan : Not this time.. We need to Tackle this Together..
She gave a bitter laugh speaking sarcastically..
Shilpa : WE.. ?? IT was never WE Armaan... Did u Forget u were avoiding me all These days.. ?
He stayed calm but kept his gaze fixed on her..
Armaan : I was Wrong.. I shouldnt have avoided you.. I was wrong to run away...
Shilpa : Leave me Armaan.. I dont Need you..
Armaan : But Someone Else Needs Me.. You are hiding from me right..
Her fear rose with her heartbeat.. Did he really Knew.. No this cant be happening She had to leave As soon as possible..
She tried to move past him again but this time he pulled her back closer.. Face to face she could clearly see deep down in her eyes as her eyes welled up feeling helpless in his arms.. Staring down at her he spoke in a painful Whisper..
Armaan : You Are Pregnant With my Baby.. Arent You.. ??
Her struggles stopped as she stood motionless in his arms staring in his eyes with tears.. God he knew about it.. He got to know about her pregnancy... Armaan noticed the change in her expression.. He would back and took out the report from his jacket pocket..
Armaan : You Forgot this.. On your Table..
She snatched the paper from his hand and clutched it to her heart tightly.. It was something showing her the new reality of her life... She was pregnant.. A new life was attached with her.. But what pained most was the realization that she was pregnant with his child.. She spoke in a pained voice staring at him with the realization..
Shilpa : I am pregnant.. Armaan Mallik You made me Pregnant with your Child..
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Part 9 :
Armaan Mallik You made me Pregnant with your Child.. He stood still for a minute as he heard the misery and helplessness in her voice.. Her eyes reflected the pain which added more to his guilt.. He remembered.. They had a beautiful friendship together which they shared happily.. What went so wrong suddenly.. Everything was falling apart.. His whole life was messed up.. And making it worse he had ruined life of someone who depended on him most.. I can do this... His heart called out immediately..
Armaan : Let me correct this then..
She shot a glance at him and brushed away her tears harshly..
Shilpa : After ruining everything you have the audacity to say u can correct everything.. What will you correct Armaan ? Our ruined friendship or my pregnancy.. You think you can take it back.. ? So what else are u suggesting do u expect me to get a abortion..
He stared at her in horror as she kept blabbering nonsense.. Her words his deep in his heart like a knife.. Have she really lost all the trust she had on him.. Why on the earth she assumed he would want her to do abortion.. But he couldnt blame her.. Armaan sighed sadly.. She had no fault.. He moved closer doubtful that she might move away.. But She stood still without glancing at him.. Gaining up the courage in his voice he spoke..
Armaan : I would never even Dream of suggesting Something like that to you.. Shona why do you think i am insensitive.. Plz look at me nicely its still me..
She glanced at him uncertainly knowing he meant his words.. But her mind wasnt ready to trust him or his buttery words anymore.. Not anymore.. She didint wish to get hurt..
Shilpa : I am glad to realize that.. But that wont mean everything is correct between us again.. We are just professional partners Armaan thats it..
She tried to walk past him when he came forward blocking her way.. Shilpa took a sharp intake of breath trying keep herself calm.. It was hard to be close to him and act as if she didint care..
Armaan : But the baby..
She interrupted his words rudely..
Shilpa : Baby is Mine.. Remember it happened when becauxe i let it happen..
His eyes darkened in determination sending chills down her body..
Armaan : I very well Remember second time.. It Happened because I let it Happen..
She stared at him stunned and cried out helplessly..
Shilpa : You knew you were ruining everything.. My question is WHY.. ?
He looked away as the question flowed in his mind.. The memories rushed back in his mind still he couldnt make out the real intention behind his sudden feelings.. Was it really lust.. Or something had really changed between them.. Sighing he glanced at her sadly..
Armaan : I dont Know..
Shilpa shook her head Frustrated with the situation.. Frustrated with herself and him.. She took up the final decision and spoke determinedly.
Shilpa : As i have been informed our Project gets over within 2 weeks.. As we are done with it I am resigning myself from the job.. I am going back to Mom..
He stood still not able to react as she left him after blasting on the stunned truth.. He sank into the chair running a hand in his hair as he realized he had just now lost Everything..
Armaan : Shilpa..
After two lonely days Shilpa headed back to office after taking a break.. The morning sickness took away all her energy which didint give much strength for her to work.. But Today as she felt much better she wanted to have some fresh air.. Shilpa walked inside her cabin going through her files when suddenly her phone rang..
Shilpa : Hello..
From the other end came his deep hesitant voice making her feel uneasy..
Armaan : Could you come on my Cabin for sometime.. We need to discuss about some events..
Shilpa stayed quiet for a minute badly tempted to say no to him and shut off the phone.. But maintaining her proffesional side she agreed and cut the call..
After few minutes the door of his cabin flew open and she walked inside the cabin.. His heartbeat suddenly rose as he noticed a beautiful glow on her face.. He had heard many times when women got pregnant their face get a unique glow.. And suddenly today he was seeing it infront of his eyes.. A sudden thought washed through his mind sending chills down his spine.. She is pregnant.. My Child.. My baby.. Something was nice when the thought flowed in his mind which made him smile.. He came out of her thought as her tensed voice interrupted him..
Shilpa : Can we plzz discuss now..
He glanced at her nicely as she took a seat infront of him avoiding his gaze..
Armaan : How are you Doing.. ?
She didint like the worry in his voice as he spoke..
Shilpa : I suggest us to be only on professional terms.. What do we need to discuss..
Without much choice he brought up the news of recent events..
Armaan : As you know we are in terms with the clients who want to invest here.. They wish to throw a party tonight.. We are invited to go there.
Shilpa : Fine whats the problem then.. I will bring up myself for the party..
He leaned forward with worried eyes.. Shilpa looked away quickly biting her trembling lips..
Armaan : I just wanted to know whether you can handle attending it.. As your health..
She interrupted his words getting up from her seat..
Shilpa : I told you Dont try to get personal with me Armaan.. I can handle myself .. I will come to party..
He shook his head as she stormed off from the office in anger.. He couldnt believe she was being so stubborn.. But this was Shilpa from start who always did things according to her way.. I need to work out things.. He decided in his mind as he drew back his attention to his work..
Armaan : Let me correct this then..
She shot a glance at him and brushed away her tears harshly..
Shilpa : After ruining everything you have the audacity to say u can correct everything.. What will you correct Armaan ? Our ruined friendship or my pregnancy.. You think you can take it back.. ? So what else are u suggesting do u expect me to get a abortion..
He stared at her in horror as she kept blabbering nonsense.. Her words his deep in his heart like a knife.. Have she really lost all the trust she had on him.. Why on the earth she assumed he would want her to do abortion.. But he couldnt blame her.. Armaan sighed sadly.. She had no fault.. He moved closer doubtful that she might move away.. But She stood still without glancing at him.. Gaining up the courage in his voice he spoke..
Armaan : I would never even Dream of suggesting Something like that to you.. Shona why do you think i am insensitive.. Plz look at me nicely its still me..
She glanced at him uncertainly knowing he meant his words.. But her mind wasnt ready to trust him or his buttery words anymore.. Not anymore.. She didint wish to get hurt..
Shilpa : I am glad to realize that.. But that wont mean everything is correct between us again.. We are just professional partners Armaan thats it..
She tried to walk past him when he came forward blocking her way.. Shilpa took a sharp intake of breath trying keep herself calm.. It was hard to be close to him and act as if she didint care..
Armaan : But the baby..
She interrupted his words rudely..
Shilpa : Baby is Mine.. Remember it happened when becauxe i let it happen..
His eyes darkened in determination sending chills down her body..
Armaan : I very well Remember second time.. It Happened because I let it Happen..
She stared at him stunned and cried out helplessly..
Shilpa : You knew you were ruining everything.. My question is WHY.. ?
He looked away as the question flowed in his mind.. The memories rushed back in his mind still he couldnt make out the real intention behind his sudden feelings.. Was it really lust.. Or something had really changed between them.. Sighing he glanced at her sadly..
Armaan : I dont Know..
Shilpa shook her head Frustrated with the situation.. Frustrated with herself and him.. She took up the final decision and spoke determinedly.
Shilpa : As i have been informed our Project gets over within 2 weeks.. As we are done with it I am resigning myself from the job.. I am going back to Mom..
He stood still not able to react as she left him after blasting on the stunned truth.. He sank into the chair running a hand in his hair as he realized he had just now lost Everything..
Armaan : Shilpa..
After two lonely days Shilpa headed back to office after taking a break.. The morning sickness took away all her energy which didint give much strength for her to work.. But Today as she felt much better she wanted to have some fresh air.. Shilpa walked inside her cabin going through her files when suddenly her phone rang..
Shilpa : Hello..
From the other end came his deep hesitant voice making her feel uneasy..
Armaan : Could you come on my Cabin for sometime.. We need to discuss about some events..
Shilpa stayed quiet for a minute badly tempted to say no to him and shut off the phone.. But maintaining her proffesional side she agreed and cut the call..
After few minutes the door of his cabin flew open and she walked inside the cabin.. His heartbeat suddenly rose as he noticed a beautiful glow on her face.. He had heard many times when women got pregnant their face get a unique glow.. And suddenly today he was seeing it infront of his eyes.. A sudden thought washed through his mind sending chills down his spine.. She is pregnant.. My Child.. My baby.. Something was nice when the thought flowed in his mind which made him smile.. He came out of her thought as her tensed voice interrupted him..
Shilpa : Can we plzz discuss now..
He glanced at her nicely as she took a seat infront of him avoiding his gaze..
Armaan : How are you Doing.. ?
She didint like the worry in his voice as he spoke..
Shilpa : I suggest us to be only on professional terms.. What do we need to discuss..
Without much choice he brought up the news of recent events..
Armaan : As you know we are in terms with the clients who want to invest here.. They wish to throw a party tonight.. We are invited to go there.
Shilpa : Fine whats the problem then.. I will bring up myself for the party..
He leaned forward with worried eyes.. Shilpa looked away quickly biting her trembling lips..
Armaan : I just wanted to know whether you can handle attending it.. As your health..
She interrupted his words getting up from her seat..
Shilpa : I told you Dont try to get personal with me Armaan.. I can handle myself .. I will come to party..
He shook his head as she stormed off from the office in anger.. He couldnt believe she was being so stubborn.. But this was Shilpa from start who always did things according to her way.. I need to work out things.. He decided in his mind as he drew back his attention to his work..
After wrapping up her work Shilpa got out of her cabin feeling way too tired after finishing her work for the day... She knew it was pregnancy which was making it hard for her to be energetic.. And she knew coming few months were gonna be more tough on her.. She walked inside the elevator and leaned on the wall and tried to push the button when he walked inside the Elevator.. She gasped , startled with his sudden appearance.. Usually He would stay back until she left they both had a good excuse of avoiding eachother.. Feeling tensed Shilpa moved to the corner avoiding his presence.. Armaan glanced at her from the corner of his eyes , determined to confront wid her anyhow.. As the door flew open and She hurried outside he followed her and took her arm , pinning her to the wall.. Shilpa narrowed her gaze at him and struggled under his grip.. Her gaze roamed around the parking lot but not even a single soul was present there except them.. He leaned towards her looking in her eyes , and spoke carefully picking up the words..
Armaan : Go home get freshed.. Be ready within an hour.. I will come to pick up up..
Shilpa instantly protested..
Shilpa : I already Told you I can come myself.. I dont need your help
She tried hard to struggle.. Knowing her weak state he let her go easily surprising her a bit.. Shilpa quickly turned around to leave..
Armaan : How will you reach the party when you dont even have any idea about the address or venue ?
A halt came to her steps as she turned around to face him.. He was leaning to the wall wid folded arms with a cool expression on his face.. Shilpa felt her anger rise as she tried to speak in calm voice..
Shilpa : Give me the address.. I will come myself..
Ignoring her demand he moved forward close to her.. She could clearly smell his rich intoxicating aftershave making her forget about the problems between them from a minute.. She just stared at him in wonder as he stared back at her blankly... Her lips trembled as his eyes lazily drifted down on her lips studying it for a minute.. Shilpa closed her eyes with a raspy breath and glanced back at him when he spoke in a deep rich voice..
Armaan : I have 2 things to Tell you.. First thing I am not telling you the Venue.. Second thing as i know where the party is held i will come to pick you up..
Stunned she stared at him as he left her alone in the parking lot thinking about what he have just said.. Did he actually gave her much choice.. Not Really.. Shilpa shook her head and left to home consoling her mind this was gonna be last meet with him..
As the entered the party together with plastered fake smiles Armaan instantly regretted his Decision of bringing her into the Party.. The party was on full swing , too much music and people were crowded.. He glanced at Shilpa who stood stiff feeling uncomfortable with the atmosphere.. He gave a squeeze to her hand and spoke softly..
Armaan : I will take you out of here very soon I promise..
To his surprise She glanced up at him and gave a nod with hopeful eyes.. He looked away when suddenly he felt something clench in his heart..
They headed together to the clients and started to do business talks.. Armaan initially got involved in the business talks while Shilpa stood with least interest and she started to get a throbbing headache.. How she wished to head back home and sleeping peacefully.. Her body was protesting to get some sleep , her muscles were tensed and stiff.. She glanced at them and silently walked towards the sitting area and took a seat tiredly..
Suddenly she felt her stomach knot and herself getting sick.. She had to make up to the washroom fast before it led to anything embarrassing.. Quickly She headed inside and started to throw up.. She hated whenever she felt sick it made her miserable whenever the feeling of vomit rose.. It wud always make tears come in her eyes with a pain in chest.. Coughing lightly She washed her mouth and ran a hand on her chest feeling a sudden pain.. She had to get back home as soon as possible.. Shilpa decided instantly.. But as she turned around to leave everything started to spin and she fainted on the spot..
Armaan gave a final nod and glanced around frowning.. Where did she go now.. Excusing himself from the clients he started to look around for her worriedly knowing she was not feeling well.. He searched everywhere when his gaze came towards the crowd forming near the washroom.. His instincts shot up, his heartbeat rose as he headed towards the crowd.. Breaking it he walked inside and stood still watching in horror as he saw her limp body on the floor of washroom...
She woke up startled as she glanced around confused for a minute.. Shilpa held her throbbing head as she realized she was in his apartment.. She rubbed her head and closed her eyes when suddenly she felt his arms around her pulling her into a comforting hug.. At first she tried to struggle but gave up feeling too weak to argue.. Instead she felt nice being held in his strong arm.. They stayed like that for a long time without a word.. But soon Shilpa realized the closeness , she moved back feeling awkward..
Shilpa : I should go back home.. I need some sleep..
Armaan : Shilpa listen to me..
Shilpa glanced up and noticed a sudden desperation and worry in his eyes.. What was he going to do now.. She knew she had to get away from him before something else could hit her..
Shilpa : I need to leave..
Armaan : Listen to me..
This time his voice came more urgent making her feel uneasy.. Instantly she started to babble taking her bag..
Shilpa : I have work tomorrow.. But before that i need some sleep .. I need to go home and..
He interrupted by suddenly gripping her arms pulling her down on the bed infront of him.. She stayed quiet but stared at him with a thudding heart.. He stared deep down in her eyes and spoke in a deep and yearning voice..
Armaan : Marry me
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