The lunch

"How are you, Miss. Aggarwal?" His focus was now on Saanvi.

"I am good, Sir. You?" She replied politely trying hard to not let the bitterness she just felt reach her tongue.

"Good" he said gesturing with his hand for her to go inside. They both started walking towards the hotel whereas Nitin busied himself on a call.

"I want you to decorate those flowers inside the hall as well" Saanvi got a bit confused at his words.

He could have said it on the phone.

And flowers inside the hall? In a product launch event?

His eyes were transfixed on the flowers that were kept inside the basket at the table. Saanvi was going to start the work by today itself and eventually he too came here.

"Sure sir" though she found this idea quite tempting and new.

Let's try this.

He nodded at her and leaned on the wall looking at his phone.

Saanvi tied her hair in a bun and soon the staff members joined her.

"Leave it. These are flowers not stones" she scolded a young boy who was decorating the flowers on the wall.

Her voice caught Arjun's attention and his gaze went towards her.

Few strands of her hair were falling over her face while her skin was glowing as she was sweating a bit. Even in air conditioner room, obviously she was working.

He was again suprised by her act. She herself started decorating the flowers even when she is the one who will order the others.

Looking at the boy, he understood the situation and was quite impressed by her again.

Her bangles were making sweet sounds somewhat calming him down. 

He was quite tensed as an important deal got cancelled, that's why he kept standing there not wanting to go to his office as he knew he will surely fire more than half of the employees in his rage.

The intoxicated scent of orchids kept him standing there and now seeing the girl doing the work, brought a small smile on his face.

"Aaliya call the caterers and please get confirmation" she shouted still arranging the flowers. 

Saanvi didn't notice Arjun's presence till now. A throat clearing sound made her turn around and she was suprised to see him still there.

"The staff members are on lunch break" he stated embarassing Saanvi as she took in her surrounding and only two of them were standing in the hall.

"Oh...I..I was just" she smiled nervously and diverted her eyes from his as his gaze was making her uncomfortable.

"Have lunch with me?" She immediately looked at him and shook her head.

"No no, Mr. Khanna. I actually have brought my lunch" she denied politely, "Would you like to have it with me, please?" before she could stop the words left her mouth. 

She thinks these are the basic courtesies a person should know. He offered her to have lunch with him and so did she. 

However, she was sure he would deny it because obviously why would a billionaire want to eat food made by a simple middle class woman. 

"Okay" his answer shocked her but she was quick enough to regain her composure and mind. She smiled and gestured him to sit on the chair.

She took out the tiffin box from her purse and started unboxing them. The spicy smell filled her nostrills and her stomach grumbled loudly making her more embarassed than she already was.

Three paranthas (flat breads) along with panner (tofu) and some rice were in the boxes. 

"Please" she gestured him with her hand to start eating as she forwarded the box towards him.

He took a bite and his lips curved up into a small smile. It was delicious. The taste reminded him of the old lady cook who used to cook in the orphanage. 

The only good thing he got in that orphanage was the food. Even after tasting thousands of items made by top class chefs, he never got the same familiar taste.

"It's amazing" he mumbled taking another bite.

Saanvi smiled and thanked him. She was watching him every now and then. He was genuinely enjoying the food, more than her.

It looked like he has not eaten since ages. Nevertheless she was happy that she could brought a smile on his usual cold face...

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The hot burning liquid cascaded down her throat making her close her eyes in bliss. A cup of tea always makes her day.

The wind was blowing smoothly caressing her face. A small smile was playing on her lips as she took another sip of the brewing ginger tea. 

Finally today was the day she has been waiting since forever. The day of the product launch event. The preparations were done, everything was set.

A mixture of so many emotions were creating a havoc inside her. Nervousness, excitement, fear and finally happiness.

Though the weather was making her a bit tensed. It was gloomy and windy. Possibilities of rain were quite high but still she was hoping for the best.

"I have ironed your clothes" Namisha said taking a seat on the chair beside her. Saanvi gave her a smile and forwarded a cup towards her.

They were sitting in the garden while sipping  their favouraite tea. She had no work today so she was relaxing at home. She only has to go to the event and make sure the preparations are well, just for confirmation.

Also, she decided to stay througout the event, if something happens then she would be there to solve it. She just doesn't want to take any chance.

"You should take a nap, Saanvi" Namisha suggested looking at her tired self. Saanvi was too excited to close her eyes even for a second so sleep was far from her eyes.

Still she gave a thought to what her mother suggested. She indeed was feeling tired and a nap will make her feel more fresh and active in the evening..

"Yeah" she mumbled keeping the empty cup on the small table. A yawn left her mouth making Namisha chuckle as she slightly hit Saanvi's head making her smile.

Saanvi laid back on the soft matress and smiled glancing at the clock. It was 2:00 pm and the event will start by 7:30 pm.

Soon her eyes got closed and sleep engulfed her completely.

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The earring fell from her shaky hands and she huffed loudly. The anxiety was killing her. It was almost 6:30 and she was not ready yet. 

She took the earring again and put it in her earlobe..finally. 

Tying her long hair in a simple ponytail, she gave a last look to herself in the mirror. Clad in a simple floral dress, she was looking beautiful. 

"Don't forget to carry the umbrella" Namisha spoke entering the room. Saanvi nodded and called the cab.

"Maa please eat the dinner. I might get late" Saanvi requested making Namisha sigh sadly.

"You know right? I can't eat without you" Saanvi smiled at her mother and shook her head.

"But you need to take medicines as well, just this time, Maa" she pleaded trying to make her understand, "Though I will try to come before ten but chances are not very positive about that" Saanvi finished thinking about the event which is going to take a lot of her time.

"Fine" Namisha agreed finally and continued her work as she was arranging pile of clothes inside the wardrobe. 

The cold wind welcomed her as soon she stepped outside her house. She looked up at the sky with pleading eyes and mumbled.

Please god pleaseee. Just tonight.

No rain pleaseeeee.

Though it wasn't raining at the moment but the weather wasn't good either. It was clear that it would rain soon and rain will come along with storm which can harm the event.

The cab stopped in front of her and she entered inside after waving at her mother who was standing at the door.

Namisha entered inside the house closing the door. A sigh left her mouth as her eyes fell on the thing which was kept on the sofa. She shook her head annoyed at her daughter.

"She again forgot her umbrella"...

Saanvi's eyes were twinkling as she looked at the building before her. The building was shinning like stars. From top to bottom.

After paying the cab driver, she hurriedly went inside. The hall was indeed looking beautiful. The decorations were eye catching and unique as well.

Arjun's idea of decorating the hall with flowers did work. She thanked him in her mind looking at the walls which were covered with fresh exotic flowers.

"The food is almost ready, Mam" her junior, Aaliya informed her to which Saanvi nodded.

She still wanted to get sure about the catering services. So, she went towards the food section. 

The snacks were placed on the table, every kind of snacks from indian to western. Because the guests were from both sides so she kept this menu by keeping this kind in her mind.

The beverages section was also looking good. Also, the main course of food was yet to be prepared but it didn't bother her as they had time.

A relieved sigh left her throat as she looked at the whole hall with a glint of pride in her eyes. 

Her eyes were continuously wandering around the main gate. She was searching for him, he could be there at any moment. She just wanted to get the last thing which will maker her more happy and satisfied.

His approval.

Her heart skipped a beat when a tall figure clad in expensive armani suit, entered inside the hall. 

His aura was screaming danger. The hustle bustle fell down instantly. Only sounds of camera flashing could be heard at the moment.

She was a bit suprised seeing the hard look of his face. His face held zero emotions, a look she never witnessed on his face before. 

For the first time, she felt a bit scared after seeing his facial expression.

Amidst the crowd, his gaze stopped at her and he gave a curt nod at her direction. Saanvi smiled lightly and told her junior to see every arrangement last time as the event was just about to start.

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