Her Second-Hand Husband!

Arjun’s PoV

The weekdays went by with me avoiding her and she pestering me for reasons. I stopped taking her to the office partially because Praveen was so angry with me and also because I don't like to see her round the clock. I hate her for how much she had occupied my heart, that even after her betrayal, I couldn't punish her without feeling guilty.

She always pushes me to the edge with her insensitive talks. I was surprised to know that Harish was Anika’s neighbor. That reminds me of the days I visited Praveen and Preethi in Coimbatore during our college days. They studied in PSG college.

Anyways, now we are getting ready to go to Harish’s son’s birthday party. He has invited us for lunch followed by cake cutting. She came out of the dressing room with a beautiful turquoise color designer saree and open hair. She looked as if she glided down from heaven. I couldn't peel my eyes off of her. She walked past me, without sparing me a glance, towards the elevator.

I have been avoiding her for the whole week, dodging all her questions but now she avoids me and I could not take it. I went behind her but the elevator closed before I could get in. I ran to the stairs and I don't know why I am doing this. When I got down, she was already out.

“Aunty, I don't think I will come back soon. But I will be home before dinner for sure. I have already instructed maids regarding their work for the day. I also finished that crochet beanie you were struggling to complete.” She was talking to my mom.

“Wow, Anika. I was struggling to undo the last line on it where I did the knots wrong. Thank you, dear. No worries, enjoy your time at the party.” my mom told her.

“Come, Ajju. Are you going somewhere too?” Mom asked me.

“Yes, ma.” I told her but my eyes never left her.

“Anna, here is the address. Shall we go?” She asked the driver. What the hell? She is not going to come with me to the party?

“Ranjan, I will take her. You can have the rest of the day to yourself.” I told him.

“Oh, you are going to the party together? Good. Then have fun at the party.” Mom went in after bidding bye to us.

“Get in.” I opened the door for her from the inside when she stood outside without moving even after I started the car.

“I don't want to go with you.” She said.

“Don't make a scene. Just get in.” I whisper yelled.

“I will go in a bus or call a taxi. Thank you for offering to help me.” She said, that nerve of this girl.

“I don't like people talking back to me. Get in the car before I shove you in and ruin your beautiful saree.” I told her, getting out of the car. I stood so close to her that her intoxicating fragrance made me imagine her naked in front of me. She looked up at me with her heaving breasts and frightened big eyes. Her naturally pink lustrous lips are partly opened inviting me in. I took her lips in mine while pulling her close to me by her waist. She grabbed my shoulders and willfully kissed me back. We parted hastily when we heard a sound at the door.

“Shhhh, relax. There is no one. Get in the car.” I told her when I saw her all worked up.

car and never opened her mouth. She usually would never stop talking but now I want her to talk and she refuses to even turn to my

“Anika.” I called her.

still looking out in

for the party

sure

why did you ask the driver to

would I know if you are going to take me with you when you didn't even say a single word to me all week? I thought you would

by herself.” I told her. I don't know what else to tell her. She is right. She has no reason to think that I am going to take her with me. But also she doesn't deserve

she didn't know to go out alone since she seeked your help for a petty shopping.” She said, sarcasm evident in her voice. I could see a tinge of

Just a friend.” I reassured her. Though I love her jealousy and possessiveness, I also want her and Preethi to be friends. I cannot lose either of them because of her silly baseless

even tell this to me? I don't care if she is your friend or more than a friend. I don't like her. For some reason

don't talk about her. This is not going to end well. How many times do I have to tell you not to talk everything that flashes on your mind? People opposite to you also have a heart that

the one that started this conversation. You did. I know that you completely hate me and that is why I chose to stay quiet but you wanted me to talk and when I do, you ask me to shut up. I truly don't understand you,

Preethi, you will be

me?” She asked

I asked her. She really did amuse me with her question and I could not stop

like me?” She was persistent to get

I told her, looking

to answer my question. What did I do wrong?” She asked me, that made

don't have any issues between us. Don't talk about irrelevant things now, babe.”

confused and angry. Alright, we will talk about this later.” She bounced on the seat. I literally saw

on the music system and talked about Harish and his girlfriend Shivani. When we reached there, Preethi and Avni were already there. Just as we got in, Anika ran in to a girl who hugged her back with equal excitement and enthusiasm. I knew that it was Shivani. Harish came and received us. It was a very simple party with just us as

Arjun.” Harish told me when he saw me standing all alone.

to work all week, why? Is everything

wanted her to take some rest. Besides, she is a complete

trying to lie to me, Ajju. You know I know you in and out. Why bother to hide away from me? Tell me what is bothering your relationship.” She said. I truly don't want

We are perfectly fine.” I told her

akka (sister).” Anika held my hand and dragged me with her cutting

coming. Stop dragging me.” I pulled her closer to me with

she is Shivani, Harish’s fiance.”

cut the cake and have our chit-chat after?” He asked us and took Shivani in his arms. They