/* Arjun was feeling bad for doing this to her but he maintained his attitude. */

Arjun- She is my wife.

Hanish- Yes you are right. She is no longer my daughter.

/* Arohi was in too much a shock. She couldn't believe her eyes. How could Arjun do such a thing to her? Tears rolled down her eyes. He broke her trust. Even if she tried to explain, her father was not in a position to listen and Arjun had saved her's and her father's life so she didn't want to say all that he did and get him a bad name. */

Arohi- I should just die.

Hanish- No. Please don't make nuisance anymore. If you do anything like that we won't have even our reputation. I will try that this doesn't come out but still you are no more our daughter. Do not return here. Go with him. 

Arohi- But...

Hanish- Listen to me at least this time. I've lost my daughterbut I can't lose my reputation.

/* She comes out of the house and sits in the car. Arohi was very disturbed she didn't understand why Arjun did like that. Both of them are silent. He drives to the Singhania mansion and by this time Sushmitha is fine and has been discharged. She welcomes them warmly. Arohi and Sushmitha sit in the hall. Arohi stopped crying and tried to maintain her composure because she knew Sushmitha didn't know about anything and didn't want her to take any tension as it was a risk for her health. */

Sushmitha- Arjun called me yesterday and said that your parents agreed for the marriage but you will be staying with us from now on. I am so excited about the marriage. I will call the panditji to fix the auspicious date. There's a lot of work to be done. 

(Arohi gives her a fake smile)

Sushmitha- You must be tired go to the room beside Arjun's room. Stay there until the marriage is done later you can shift to his room. You go I will call Devraaj and talk about the decorations of the palace. It will take a lot of time. All you have to do is take care of Panchi. 

Arohi- Sure mom. She'll stay with me from now.

/* Arohi goes to her room and stands near the window thinking about the past few days and this morning. Arjun enters her room, she doesn't look at him. */

Arjun- I am sorry, I broke your trust but I did it for our good. You love me Arohi how could you leave me?

Arohi- Why are you saying sorry? I am your slave. You bought me with the money paid for my father's operation. Just tell me what I should do.

Arjun- Arohi I didn't mean that(He puts his hand on her shoulder)

Arohi- I don't want you to touch me but I guess slaves don't have the right to say so.

Arjun(removes his hand)- Arohi I didn't buy you!!

Arohi- Then what was that agreement? Arohi agrees to marry in return for the operation's bill?

Arjun- You wouldn't take money for the operation and I know you would be very hurt if anything happened to your father. Also you will never be happy if we don't stay together. Still you decided to leave me. I couldn't let you make that mistake. (He kneels down before her)

Arjun- You are not a slave Arohi. You are my princess, my queen. I just didn't want you to go through any pain. I am your slave. I will be with all pleasure.

Arohi- Do you think I am not in pain now? I lost my parents because of you Arjun.

Arjun- I am sorry. I couldn't think of another solution to all the problems. Your father and my mother are sick. We will ruin our lives if you get married to someone else.

Arohi- Getting married to someone else? I never said I will.

Arjun- Your father said. That was the condition he'd put on you.

Arohi- I would never do that. Don't you know?

Arjun- I was..

Arohi- Scared? You became possessive.

Arjun- Yes I was scared to lose you but not possessive. I was ready to let you go Arohi but the way you cried for me, I saw that you will bear more pain than me if we go apart. I can be in pain but how can I see you in pain? (She remains silent for a minute)

Arohi- Stand up but I still can't forgive you.

Arjun- It's okay I know you need time.

Arohi- I won't accept you until my parents talk to me again. Our marriage will just be a formality.

Arjun- As you please. You are my wife from long back. I don't care about other things as long as you are with me and my mom is happy.

Arohi- What about my happiness?

Arjun- You will be. You'll accept me soon.

Arohi- Yeah in dreams. (He smiles) Still thanks my dad is fine now.

Arjun- No mention princess.

/* Arjun goes out and Panchi comes in playing with her teddies. Arohi feeds her lunch and makes her sleep. Sushmitha is very excited and completes most of the work within minutes. She employs many people for the works, selects the invitation cards and prepares the list of invitees. She sends the invitations. Engagement was just two days away and marriage ten days later. She hires a popular fashion designer for their dresses. After talking to Arohi, Arjun goes to Anjali's house with the police commissioner. He had already submitted the proofs against her and they took action. Since it was an attempt to murder and not murder they charge her with one year jail. The fact that a princely family was involved didn't let them take a serious action. Arjun warns them not to make it a media issue. Sushmitha comes to Arohi in the evening. She brings platinum gold designed anklets as a tradition. */

Sushmitha- Arohi wear these anklets on your engagement day. It is our tradition.

Arohi- Mom these are too grand. See I have these simple ones already. Arjun gave them to me so its the same right if you give now or he did? These are enough for me.

Sushmitha- That will be enough for tradition but not for the queen. Soon after marriage Arjun's coronation ceremony will take place and you will be king and queen.

Arohi- Is it compulsory?

Sushmitha- Of course. It is a huge responsibility and Arvind had declined earlier because he had other dreams. Arjun is the perfect one for this position and you have to co-operate with him.

Arohi- Okay mom. It's good that Arjun will be the king and Panchi will become a princess.

Sushmitha- Yes and as a queen you have to be royal. I know your nature and love for simple things but its your duty now. At home you can stay as you wish, when you go out to any occasions or meetings only then you need to change.

Arohi- I understand.

Sushmitha- On your wedding day Arjun will be dressing you up. That's also a part of the tradition. This was introduced by devraaj. He was madly in love with me. Even now he didn't change.

/* Arohi now understands why Arjun insisted in dressing her up on 31st. Then its the day of engagement. Arohi is getting ready in her room while panchi is playing beside her. Then Sonia enters the room. Arohi is surprised. */

Arohi- Sonia? You over here?

Sonia- Yes how could I miss the occasion of your marriage?

Arohi- Dad didn't say anything?

Sonia- I didn't tell him anything. I said I am going on a vacation for a week. Hopefully I won't need to go out of this house right?

Arohi- Sure I'll get some attendant for you. She will do any works if required.

Sonia- You already talk like a queen!

Arohi- Oh come on Sonia. How is dad?

Sonia- He is fine. Almost recovered. Your mom is happy about this wedding but she is hiding it as your father won't like it.

Arohi- Oh it's okay. I am happy that they are fine.

Sonia- Yes now lets get started with your make up.

Arohi- No. I'll just dress up and go. I am not interested in all that.

Sonia- You are getting engaged to the love of your life and you're simply disinterested??

Arohi- He broke my trust. I am still angry with him. I can't hate him but this marriage is just a formality.

Sonia- Okay. I believe things will settle again between you people. You can't ruin this day. Remember the rule? Always look good in photos how much ever angry you are!

Arohi(smiles)- Yeah I know that stupid rule of yours.

Sonia- So time to follow it.(Starts working on Arohi's hair and face) I know Arjun cares a lot for you. I saw it but how are the other people in this house towards you? Will you be happy here?

Arohi- Of course. His mother loves me equally and I am so comfortable with her. See what I got, such a lovely daughter. Arjun's dad doesn't talk much but he is happy how his wife bonded with me.

Sonia- That's great. I am relieved now. 

/* The engagement ceremony starts and she is surprised with the huge number of guests. Sushmitha tells her that it was a very less number and introduces Arohi to some important people of the state and country. Raghav,Neha,Rey,Kria are also present. Arohi introduces Sonia to them and all of them are having a good time. Arohi doesn't let them know about her anger towards Arjun and how she had no other choice but to marry him. */

Neha- Arjun you did the impossible. Arohi finally accepted her feelings towards you. I am happy for both of you.

Raghav- Me too. It's a treat to see you both together.

Arjun- I told you long back that this will happen.

Neha- Yes you told but by Arohi's behavior I wasn't sure.

Arjun- Hmm she is hopeless!

Arohi- Hopeless? Then why are you marrying me?

Arjun- I love you darling.

Arohi- As if.

/* She makes a face to him and takes the others for lunch. Arohi feeds panchi her lunch and all of them are playing with her. Rey, kria,raghav and Neha dance for a few songs. Arjun also joins them for a few steps and they pull Arohi but she doesn't involve too much. The fact that her parents are not present depresses her. Sushmitha and Devraaj do the conventional couple dance. The day ends on a happy note. After another week it's the day of marriage. Arohi was very disturbed and stayed calm. Panchi noticed it. */

Panchi- Aru why you sad?

Arohi- I miss my mom.

Panchi- Where is my mamma? ( Arohi understands she said the wrong thing. She sits on the sofa and takes panchi onto her lap and cuddles her. )

Arohi- Your mamma is with god. She is planning a bright future for you.

Panchi- Then where is your mom?

Arohi- In my home. She won't come here.

Panchi- Why?

Arohi- Arjun didn't call her(She just makes an excuse)

/* Arohi goes to bathe and asks panchi to play for some time. Panchi finds Arjun in the corridor and runs to him. */

Arjun- Hello little princess. Good morning.

Panchi- Good morning.

Arjun- Give me a kiss dear.

Panchi- No I am angry.

Arjun- Who hurt my princess?

Panchi- You. Why did you make Aru sad?

Arjun- What did I do?

Panchi- She is missing her mom because of you. Call her mom na.

Arjun- Oh that? I called her dear. It's a surprise don't tell Arohi okay.

Panchi(smiles)- No I won't.

Arjun- Now I deserve my kiss I suppose?

/* Panchi kisses his cheeks and he cuddles her. Then Sushmitha asks him to get ready with his sherwani and sends him to Arohi's room. As instructed by Sushmitha she is wearing the bridal suit and waits for Arjun to adorn the jewellery on her. Arjun comes and sits beside her. She is very silent. He starts setting her bangles and puts it on her hand. */

Arjun- You didn't change Arohi. The last time also you were angry like this. 

Arohi- This is different from that.

Arjun- Oh you don't have problem with this 15kg lehenga on you?

Arohi- You are a bigger problem.

Arjun- Yes I know. Okay fine what do you want as our marriage gift?

(Arohi sighs and looks away)

Arjun(smiles)- I know what you want. When you go out you will see your gift.

/* She looks at him surprised. After her make up is done they both go out and all the guests are seated in the grand hall. The place is decorated elaborately. Arohi finds her mom coming to her. She couldn't stop her tears. She goes and hugs her mom. */

Thanks for reading. I won't be able to update for next 3 weeks bcz of my exams. Apologies.... Do VOTE...... prasannayadav :)