Arnav's Penthouse

Sorry, I should've posted this ages ago, but for some reason i didn't *guilty* =D

So here are the floor layouts of the penthouse:

Guest Apartment

Bottom Floor

Middle Floor

Top Floor

Chapter Twenty

Fine then," Arnav said, putting his hands in his pockets, his head tilted. "I'll make you a deal."

"A-a deal? Wha-what do you mean?"

Arnav approached me casually. "Khushi, even though we've been going out for all this time, you still don't really know me?"

"What-?"

"So I'm giving you the chance to."

"What do you mean?"

He took a deep breath and then let his shoulders loose. "Move in with me."

My eyes widened and I just blinked at him. "What?"

"I want you to move in with me. That way you'll get to know how and who I really am."

What? This makes no sense. In all this time we've been together, I think I know my Arnav really well. I knew a lot about him before we even went out! So why is he saying this? ... Could this be some of the baggage he keeps hidden? Like the whole thing with his mom? Could his mom be a part of this? Does his past have anything to do with this?

Whatever it is, I'm willing to find out in whatever way possible. I knew from the start that there was something mysterious to Arnav, so I'm not going to back away now.

"Fine," I said.

Arnav's proud expression dropped to confusion. "What?"

"I'll move in with you," I said, crossing my arms and tilting my head, reflecting him.

Arnav looked at me seriously. "I'm warning you Khushi - I have a lot baggage."

'I don't care," I said softly.

*~*

After agreeing to Arnav's terms, he left me alone in the room. Soon a few of his men came inside and Arnav reappeared as well. He told them to take me home, though I said I wouldn't, but he ignored me. He told his men to take me to my place so that I could pick up my necessities and move in with him. It somewhat surprised me by his coolness, as well as his attitude, but I didn't say anything. I understood from that point that he would be willing to do anything to make me back away and withdraw my love, but I won't break so easily.

One of his men drove me home, since Nigel was off to do something else, and the other two went out to do who knows what for Arnav. The minute I got back inside my place, I just looked around it. Suddenly my small apartment didn't look so small anymore. Taking a deep breath, I went into my room and packed up my stuff. I took all my clothes and put them in my luggage and every duffel bag I owned, not leaving anything behind.

Once I was done packing, I headed back down to find Arnav's guy still there.

Dayum.

He helped me put the stuff in the trunk, but there wasn't enough space.

No wonder my closet was congested.

Soon another car came up, revealing one of the other two guys. He put the bags in the trunk, as well as the back seats. I went in on the first car and we drove back to the CitySpire. The third guy was waiting at the bottom and grabbed the luggage and headed to the elevator. The other two got two duffel bags each, leaving one more. The guy who drove me was about to get it, but I gestured him to stop by putting my hand up, then grabbed the duffel bag and swung it over my shoulder and headed to the elevator, but I think swinging it was a bad job because it's so heavy!!

We went up and entered the penthouse. Arnav was in the living room, texting on his phone when we came in. When he saw us, he got up and put his phone away.

"Follow me," he simply said.

I nodded and followed behind him, his men following behind. As I followed him, I couldn't help but to think of his attitude. In one day, he went from such a sweetheart to... to this. I just don't get it but... it doesn’t matter to me.

We came up to the middle floor and Arnav headed towards a room.

Wait, why are we-?

"This is going to be your room," Arnav said.

The men put my stuff down on the bed and Arnav nodded his head once, dismissing them. I just looked at Arnav in confusion.

"Why am I staying another room," I asked. "It makes no sense."

"Because I'm putting you in another room," Arnav said, taking the duffel bag out of my hand. "I'm keeping you away from me."

So this is how he plans on doing this?

"Arnav, no matter what you do, it won't stop me from loving you."

Arnav looked back at me once he placed the bag down. "Well I hope that's wrong," and he left the room, bumping my shoulder as he passed by me.

I felt my heart stop for a split second. Did he really just say that? Tears formed in my eyes, but I refused to let them fall free and fisted my hands and looked up in the air, stopping myself from crying.

Fine, I said in my head. If this is how you want to do it Arnav, then I accept.

Chapter Nineteen

I walked out to the terrace as Arnav went upstairs to the library. Sigh... why is it so hard to tell someone your feelings? -____- ridiculous.

I heard Arnav's voice and he came into the living room. I entered as well, but he was still on the phone. When he saw me, he held a finger up, requesting another minute, and I nodded.

Sigh... this is starting to get irritating.

I went into the gallery and started pacing there as Arnav spoke on the phone. A few minutes later, Arnav came in, placing his phone in his pocket.

"Okay, I'm free now," he stated.

I chuckled lightly.

"So what were you going to tell me," he asked curiously.

Uh oh. Taking a deep breath, I gathered my courage up, ready to tell him.

"Well," he asked.

Oh good grief, why is this so hard!!!!!!!!!!!

Arnav scrunched his eyebrows.

"Um... well...."

Arnav crossed his arms, still looking curious.

Okay, I need to get this over with! Or else I'll never do it cause I'm a coward.

"Okay, I'll say it," I breathed.

"Okay," she smirked slightly, and I know he's entertained by my fidgeting, so I made a face.

"Sorry," he said.

I rolled my eyes and then took a deep breath. "Well... we've been spending quite some time now together, in fact, a long time together."

Arnav tilted his head.

"And of all the guys I've met, you're the only one that I've really trusted. I've trusted you enough that I've even shown you everything there is to me. Mentally... and physically," I blushed. "And spending all this time together, I've realized something."

Arnav scrunched his eyebrows again and the corner of his lips curved slightly. "And what's that," he questioned.

I took a deep breath and let it all out. "That I love you," I breathed.

Arnav's face went blank, his expression falling. He just stared at me, blinking only once. I looked down, feeling unsure if telling him now was even right! But what can I do now?! I already told him!

Shit!

"What did you say," Arnav breathed.

I looked up at Arnav, him already looking into my eyes. "I love you," I breathed.

Arnav turned away and looked out at the terrace. I looked at his face so that I could figure out what he was thinking, but I got nothing.

"Arnav?"

Arnav turned away from me and stepped away into the living room. "You can't Khushi."

I scrunched my eyebrows. "What?"

Arnav whipped around. "You can't love me Khushi!"

I felt my heart drop. "W-what? ... why?"

"Khushi, do not ask me questions. All I'm saying is to NOT love me."

I felt my heart starting to break, but I was completely confused. "Arnav, I can't do that because I already love you-"

"What do you not fucking understand," Arnav boomed. "I said to not fucking love me! I'm not worth loving!"

"I don't get what you mean-"

"I don't care if you fucking get it or not - you cannot have those fucking feelings for me! Do NOT fucking love me!"

I just gaped at Arnav. I don't think I've ever seem him this angry.

Arnav turned away. "Just go home Khushi."

Go home? But why? I felt so confused and completely heartbroken.

"Khushi you need to go home - NOW!"

I shook my head. "I won't," I exclaimed, tears forming in my eyes. "Arnav I can't leave you, I-"

"I don't CARE! Just fucking leave!"

"I don't get it! Arnav, why can't I love you?!"

Suddenly, Arnav grabbed me and pushed me up against the wall, my wrists pinned.

"Ah! Arnav-"

"Understand this Khushi," Arnav said, looking straight into my eyes with complete anger, "I am NOT capable of loving. At all."

"I don't care-"

"But I do! You need to leave!"

"But I won't!"

Arnav looked away and then back at me. "Khushi, I am begging you - please leave."

The tears escaped and came flowing down as I shook my head. "No," I whispered.

Arnav cupped my face and whipped my tests away with his thumbs. "Please don't cry."

"I can't. ... I'm scared you might leave me."

"Why would you think that?"

"Because of how you're behaving! It's like you might leave me and never want to see me again."

And then out of nowhere, Arnav hugged me.

"Please don't cry," Arnav murmured into my hair.

I held onto Arnav tightly. "Have I done something wrong," I whispered.

"Khushi... the thing is that no one can love me."

"I don't believe that."

Arnav broke away. "Trust me Khushi, it's true."

"I don't care. I love you too much," I said, looking directly into his eyes.

Arnav let go of me and walked away. He made a sound of frustration and then turned to look at me, having this look that I couldn't understand whatsoever.

"Fine then," Arnav said, putting his hands in his pockets, his head tilted. "I'll make you a deal."

Chapter Eighteen

Sunshine seeped into the room, but Arnav and I were already awake. Arnav had his pillow up and he was leaning back against it. I had my head resting on his chest, my hand wrapped around his waist, as he moved his fingers through my hair.

"I didn't know you were Gujarati," I said.

"I'm not. In fact, I don't know what I am."

I giggled and he laughed as well.

"Do you know what you are," he asked.

I shook my head. "No. But I think it's a mix?"

He chuckled.

"So then, why do you throw the party?"

I felt Arnav stiffen. I got up to look at him but he just shook his head and had me lay my head back down and he continued to stroke my hair.

"My mom was always the partying type," he said after a few minutes. "She didn't care what the occasion was, but she would want to throw a party so that people would come together. She was also the fun-type."

I couldn't believe it. This was the first time I had ever gotten any insight on his mother. To find out this bit of information was such a big breakthrough.

"She sounds amazing," I said against his chest.

"Yeah, she was," he sighed.

Arnav didn't say anything for a while. I glanced up and saw him lost in thought, as he absentmindedly stroked my hair. I'm guessing he's thinking about his mother. I wanted to ask him about her more, but decided not to.

"We should get up," I said.

"Hmm, we could. We should. But we won't."

I looked up at him and saw his eyes darkening. "And why is that," I whispered, biting my lower lips.

"I think you very well know why," he smirked, and he turned me over and we were lost again.

*~*

After our little session we washed up and went down to breakfast. Once we finished, I had to leave, having work today.

And since that day, things went all eh. There was school and I had to crank down since graduation was ahead. And then work was getting crazy, giving me no time to go see Arnav. We only saw each other at school and that sucked.

Not only had I started to get busy, but Arnav started to get busy as well. There was this big deal he had gotten with this Malaysian steel company and he wanted to buy it under any circumstance. I don't know what the big deal is, but he said it would be a great profit, but some rival company was also trying to get it. So all of that had Arnav tied up to his office work and he couldn't make up time to see me.

All of this sucked! We only got to see each other in school and didn't even get to talk that much. Which sucks! And... and I still haven't told him how I feel. I still haven't told him that I love him.

But will he react? No, no why would he? I mean we're so close and he's always so sweet! He wouldn't turn me down! No absolutely not!

*~*

I'm really missing spending time with Arnav. So finally, after all these days, I had managed to take time off from work. I had called Arnav and told him that I was coming over and he was more than beyond happy!

Arnav sent Nigel to my place and I quickly wore a flowey high-low black georgette tank top and tights. I put my hair up in a bun and grabbed my bag, keys and phone and ran out.

"Hey Nigel," I beamed.

"Good afternoon Ma'am," he said, tipping his hat. "You seem really happy."

And that's because I really am! I'm going to tell Arnav how I feel today! "It's nothing," I shrugged.

He nodded and opened the door for me. I slipped in and he went around and drove me to the CitySpire. I had my headphones in and put my music up on my phone. I jammed out, nodding and shaking my head. We arrived to the building and I got out and headed into the building. Calling the elevator, I waited and continued to jam. I saw the doorman and waved. He knew me well enough now and he tipped his hat.

The elevator arrived and I got in. Typing in the code, the elevator pulled up and I jammed out. I danced around in the elvator, listening to one of my favorite songs - Danza Kuduro by Don Omar.

The elevator reached the 73rd floor and I got out. I rang the bell and Etta opened the door.

"Hi Etta," I beamed and hugged her.

"Hi," she said surprised. "You seem really happy Khushi."

I nodded. "I am!"

I headed in and went to the living room. Arnav came in a few seconds later and I ran to him and hugged him. He moved back two steps by the sudden force, but held onto me.

"You seem happy," he said.

I let go of him. "Becuase I am," I said as I twirled side to side.

"Is that so? Because you finally get to see me," he teased.

He has no idea. "You bet!"

He looked surprised. "Wow. I didn't know I was so special."

I wrapped my arms around his neck. "That's because you are Mr. Raizada. But before I say anything, what is that smell?"

"What?"

"Etta's cooking isn't she? It smells good!"

Arnav chuckled. "You're unbelievable."

"What," I said innocently.

He chuckled and I rolled my eyes. Taking my bag off, I placed it on the sofa as headed to the kitchen.

"Watchya cooking," i said singy-songing-ly.

Etta chuckled. "Just some stir-fry."

"Yum! It smells amazing! I love your cooking."

"Thank you," she smiled. She turned the stove off. "Would you like some?"

"Yes please," I beamed.

Getting me a bowl, she put some in.

"Would you also like some fried rice," she asked.

"You are amazing, did I ever tell you that?"

She chuckled again and put some rice in the bowl as well. She handed me the bowl and fork and I gave her a side hug. Taking my food I left to the living room. As I went, I took a bit and felt like I was in heaven.

"You have got to try this," I said dreamily.

He chuckled and I placed some in his mouth. He happily ate and we continued to eat, going out to the terrace. We ate and when we finished, I went to get more. We ate some more and then I washed the bowl, even though Etta insisted she'd do it.

I joined Arnav in the living room. "This feels great," I said.

"Hmm. Feels like I haven't seen you in eons even though I see you at school."

I smiled. "Yeah," I said softly. I held my hands behind my back. "I wanna see you more often," I nearly whispered.

Arnav came on front of me and cupped my face. "Same here," he smiled, stroking my cheek.

He leaned in and softly kissed me on my lips. When he let go we hugged. As I held onto his waist I decided there and then that I would tell him.

Right here. Right now.

"Arnav-"

"Sir?"

We turned and saw Etta.

"You have a call."

Arnav nodded. "I'll be right there."

Etta nodded and left.

Arnav looked at me. "Continue."

"No, it's okay," I said. "You go take that call."

"I'll go. Tell me what you were going to say."

"It's not that important. Besides, what of it the Malaysians," I added quickly so I would catch him off guard.

And indeed it did do that.

"You're right," he said. "I'll be right back."

When he left I sighed. Who knew that trying to tell the person you love that you love them is this hard?

Chapter Seventeen

The dancing went on all night and then dinner was served. The three of us went back to the table and sat down, us laughing, though Anjali seemed surprised seeing Arnav laugh. We all ate dinner, regained our energy, and then after our drinks, we went right back to dancing.

And then the night ended. To be honest, I thought I wasn't going to have a nice time, but tonight turned out great.

"It was nice to meet you," Anjali said as she hugged me.

"Same here," I said.

"I hope we meet again?"

We both looked at Arnav.

"Why not," Arnav said.

I smiled and looked at Anjali. "I look forward to it."

Anjali smiled and hugged me again.

Arnav took my hand and we were about to leave, when I saw Arhat. He came our way and I smiled lightly at him.

"It was a pleasure to meet you," Arhat said.

"Pleasure as well."

Arnav didn't say anything and I noticed Arhat glance at him. I get the feeling there's something between them, but I think it's better if I don't say anything.

With that, we left. As we walked to the door, I noticed Kaushali and Kalavati talking to each other. They glanced at me, and I quickly looked away.

We came out and saw Nigel waiting for us. He opened the door for me and I got inside, Arnav going around and coming in. Nigel pulled away and Arnav sighed.

"Enjoyed yourself," he asked.

I grinned. "You bet."

He smiled and took my hand and kissed my knuckles.

I watched the road as we drove, not even realizing when I fell asleep. When I woke up, I saw Arnav picking me up.

"Arnav?"

"Shh, babe. We're home."

Hmm... home. If me and him had a home together.

I realized we were at the CitySpire and I didn't say anything. It's not a problem spending the night here. I still have clothes here from last time :3

When we arrived, Arnav led me inside and went to the private elevator and went upstairs to his room. Placing me down, I felt like going to bed. I began to walk towards the bed, but Arnav stopped me.

"Wash up first," Arnav said.

I shook my head lazily. "No."

"Khushi," he admonished. "Wash up first."

"I'm tired," I whined, and started to walk towards the bed again.

But Arnav stopped me. "Khushi, wash up first babe."

"Bed," I pouted.

Arnav tucked my hair behind my ear. "We will go to bed eventually baby " Arnav said, as he circled his thumb on my cheek. "But you need to wash up first."

I sighed and then nodded. I went to the bathroom and I slowly removed my makeup. With all the gunk removed, I washed my face and then came back out.

Arnav was putting his phone charge and then turned to look at me. Damn, this man looks sexy in a sherwani! And then all of a sudden, I'm not tired anymore and desire has bloomed in my belly. Arnav came over to me and pulled me towards him.

"Checking me out again, I see," he said hoarsely.

"I can't help myself," I whispered.

*Mature Content*
Arnav moved his hand from my waist to my belly. He moved his hands underneath the fabric and I loved the warmth I felt from his hands.

"Mmm," I moaned.

"Wide awake, hmm," he teased, nuzzling the side of my face.

"Mm hmm."

I felt his smile and held onto his forearms.

"Ready for bed?"

"Depends," I whispered.

He chuckled and I felt it vibrate through me. "Such a dirty-minded girl," he teased.

"Mmm.... Because of you."

"Hmm.... So lets get you dirty then."

Pulling on the string, he removed the sleeveless jacket. Turning me around, he moved my hair over my shoulder and began to tease the back of my neck.

"Arnav," I whispered.

"You looked so beautiful today," he whispered on my neck.

I shivered.

He began to suck on my neck and teethed it.

"Ah," I moaned.

"And the way you smiled... so beautiful," he whispered, as he grazed my ear.

"Mmm!"

He chuckled and I felt it vibrate from his throat.

"So eager," he teased. "What have I done to you."

"Mmm...."

He chuckled again and kissed my hair. He turned me back around to face him and cupped my face and kissed me. And then everything went crazy! We were all touchy-touchy and our clothes flew off in different directions. And once we were completely shredded with not a single string on our bodies, Arnav picked me up.

As he led us to the bed, I nibbled on his neck. He deposited me down on the bed and just gazed at me. I held my arms out for him and he smiled lightly and came in and kissed me.

Tonight was different. Everything was nice and slow. With the lights dimmed, and the city lights bright outside, it set the perfect background and mood. Everything was sensual, and of course, erotic.

Arnav teased my breasts and I cried out.

"Ah!"

Kissing my erected peaks, he kissed his way back up to my mouth. I could taste myself from his lips and then he broke away.

"I'm gonna turn you over, 'kay," Arnav breathed.

I nodded.

I don't know what he has planned, but I trust him.

Turning me over, I laid flat on my belly. I rested my head on my arms and waited anxiously for his next move. I felt him shift over and Arnav moved my legs apart and placed a knee in between. He moved my hair aside and began to kiss my back.

I had no idea how sensitive I was on my back! With each and every fluttery kiss he placed, I squirmed. Moans escaped my mouth and I couldn't help it. It was just too sensual! As he reached my lower back, I thought he would stop there, but he didn't. He continued lower and when I felt his lips on my butt, I froze.

Omg, what is he doing there?

Arnav soothed me with sweet nothing's and I felt myself relax. His hands held onto my butt cheeks as he kissed them.

"You have such a nice ass," he teased.

He's so kinky! I think I might burst!

His hands went to my waist, and he lifted me up. I had to support myself with my forearms. And then he did the unbelievable thing. He traced his tongue all the way down to my clit and I nearly combusted.

"Arnav," I moaned.

Arnav stood up on his knees and kissed my back. I moaned again and I felt his wicked smile on my back. He was making small circles with his thumb, and it felt amazing! I was so lost in his fluttery kisses that I didn't realize his right hand disappeared. It went trailing back and he entered a finger, making me gasp. He pulled it out as put two back in, and I moaned.

"Arnav...."

"Baby, you're so tight," he said in approval. "I'd say you're ready."

Pulling his fingers out I felt him maneuver and he buried himself in me. We both moaned out in pleasure and he slowly started to move.

It was torture, feeling him slowly move in and out of me. I wanted him to move faster, but I couldn't bring words to my mouth. He held onto my waist and slowly pushed in and pulled out. I realized then that I could move as well and began to meet him. I tried to go faster, but he smacked my ass! And I must admit, it felt good!

"Not so fast baby," Arnav admonished. "We're gonna take this nice and slow."

I groaned, unable to take it. But at least he would let me move with him at his pace. Arnav placed fluttery kisses on my back and I couldn't help but to move faster. He smacked my ass again and I groaned.

"Ah!"

"You like that," he asked, and I could tell he had a wicked grin.

I nodded. "Yes," I breathed.

He kissed my back again, and I could feel his smile.

"You're becoming very kinky," and I know he's teasing me.

"Only for you," I whispered.

He groaned and moved his body over so that he was on top of me. His hands came beside mine and his head right next to mine. He nibbled on my neck and I moaned.

"You're mine," he growled.

"I'm yours," I whispered.

To that, Arnav increased his pace. He moved swiftly and I absolutely loved it! I grinded my hips onto his and heard an appreciative groan come from his throat and I looked up at him. He had his eyes closed and I knew he was enjoying it. When he opened his eyes, they were dark with desire. Biting my lower lip, I rolled my hips and he groaned once more.

Putting his fingers through mine, he began to move really fast. I matched his rhythm and met him every time, breathing really fast and loud. Arnav was the same, breathing against my ear and it was a big turn on.

I began to build up. "Arnav, I think I'm going to come," I squeaked.

"Me too," he breathed.

He thrusted head on and with seconds, I crumbled.

"Arnav!"

My back arched into his body, my head leaning back onto his shoulder, and then I collapsed, Arnav collapsing on me. He pushed me into the bed, my head resting on my arms and his head lying off my shoulder with his face buried in the crook. I could feel him breathing on my neck and its warmth felt amazing against my flesh.

I turned my head to look at him. He lifted his head and rested it on my arm and looked at me. We just gazed at each other as we came down from our high.

Suddenly, his phone rang. I sighed and Arnav groaned.

"Why," he simply said, and I managed to giggle.

Kissing my head, he got up and went to his phone. I managed to turn and laid on my back and watched him, my hands behind my head.

Damn this man is gorgeous!

"Enjoying the floor show," he smirked, as he checked an e-mail.

I realized I was biting my lip. "You bet."

He came over to me and pecked my lips. "You've changed me Khushi."

I scrunched my eyebrows. "What do you mean?"

He shook his head. "Nothing important."

Arnav put his phone back on charge and climbed over me. Kissing me again, he led on to round two, and once again, I was lost in him, holding him tightly in my arms as he held me securely.