Khushi's POV

Watching my son smiling and laughing with the family on his birthday, brings me so much happiness. I know these Raizadas, aren't my permanent family, however, I have decided to let my son, mingle around with them, but this time I am being extra careful and not letting my guard down.

Anjali (smiling) - Khushiji... thank you...

I stare at Anjali with an unsure face. Yes, I am not gonna call her di, until she earns the respect as I have realised, now... that I should only respect those that respect me.

Me (confused) - why?

Anjali (smiling) - I know you haven't forgiven me... but I want to thank you for inviting me to Aryan's birthday party... it means a lot...

I can never forget what you did Anjali, and I can't forget the way you blackmailed my husband... sorry I mean Arnav to marry to Sheetal... I know it was mostly his fault... but you shouldn't have taken that step. However, I am willing to give you one last chance because, at the end of the day, I don't want to regret not giving you chances, but that doesn't mean I have forgiven you.

Me (smiling) - my son, doesn't want to exclude anyone... and seeing how you are finally making efforts to become independent and reach out to your husband... I decided to invite you to the party...

Anjali (smiling) - thank you...

Anjali leaves with her somewhat fake smile, and next comes our dear mamiji and mamaji.

Mamiji (smiling) - HHBB... Khushi bitiya, did you like the lunch prepared before... was it good? You know, I was thinking of joining the dhabba service... with Payal bitiya...

Every time, I hear mamiji calling me Khushi bitiya, it makes me feel weird, but I don't know why, but phatti saree sounded better. Even Though, it was an insult, at least it didn't make me feel that mamiji is being fake. I know she isn't, but it will take time for me to get used to this. A very long time. Seeing me lost, mamiji shakes me a little.

Mamiji (worried) - HHBB... are you okay?

I nod and give a lame excuse, which she accepts.

Mamiji (worried) - take care of yourself bitiya, also... I need your help... Akash and Payal...

Me (worried) - I know what you are trying to say mamiji... but we can't play cupid this time... as it's a problem between those two... it would be best if we let them sort it out...

I know the couple needs to talk about the issue calmly and understand each other's issue, however, I will have to set that up. I know how much Jiji and jiju love each other, but due to them being hurt, they aren't talking to each other and if they can't talk to each other, then how will the issues be resolved. I smile as a plan comes up in my mind, and I immediately catch everyone's attention.

Me (smiling) - Everyone... time for a little dance... can all the adults... grab a partner and join...

No One's POV

Soon the dance floor filled up as most of the parents start coming on to the dance floor. Even Payal and Akash come on the stage, due to some force from Manorma and baby Aryan even asked them to and they couldn't deny him. Arnav watches Aryan and Khushi dancing together, and gets teary-eyed. They look like such a cute family... Aryan looks up and makes eye contact with Arnav and immediately smiles.

Aryan (smiling) - mumma... superman... please...

Khushi glares at Arnav for again catching her son's attention. Arnav watching the glare immediately leaves the place making Aryan frown.

Khushi (fake smiling) - I will go get him...

Khushi Descendents up the stairs, her anger and disappointment increasing for Arnav at every step. Finally, reaching his room, she knocks and seeing the door open, she enters the room. This is the first time, after 7 months she is entering his room and she is surprised to see the room is filled with pictures. There are many photos, her and Arnav's photos, her photos and Aryan's photos. She then sees red balloons on the floor, which is when she realises the whole room is decorated with streamers and balloons.

Khushi (shocked) - What?

Arnav immediately realises her presence and gulps. Khushi stomps towards Arnav and glares at him.

Khushi (angry) - what is the meaning of this? Why did you come out of your room and attract my son's attention? Are you trying to steal him away from me as well? Of course, you will... you obviously hate seeing me happy... I bet all this is an act... you are only pretending to have changed... so that you can break me again... well you are wrong ASR... you can never break me... NEVER!... as I won't make the same mistake twice. And why did you decorate the room like that? (mocking him) Or are you planning to get married again... and then have your suhagraat (First night) again? And how dare you put mine and my son's photos in your room? No one gave you the right. TAKE THEM OFF.

Arnav stands shocked at the outburst. He didn't expect Khushi to shout at him like that. Before he could even utter a word, Aryan comes running in and stares at his mother.

Aryan (upset) - mumma... why you yelling at superman?

Aryan then looks around the room and immediately his frown vanishes to a smile and jumps to hug Arnav.

Aryan (smiling) - thank you... superman... (turning towards Khushi)...mumma... I asked.. Superman to do this... you know mumma... before in Australia... I saw you looking at your and superman... photo... I saw the room... so... I wanted to celebrate my birthday with only you and superman... in this room... as the room was in the photo as well... I asked superman... to decorate it... so, me... you... and Superman can cut cake here...

Khushi stares at Aryan shocked. Since, when did Aryan become this smart? Arnav smiles at Aryan, hearing that Khushi missed him made him a little happy from the inside, however, remembering Khushi's outburst at him, causes his heart to pain and he leaves the room to let Aryan and Khushi spend time together. However, before he could leave, Aryan's small hands grab him.

Aryan (smiling) - mumma... say sorry to superman...

Khushi glances at Arnav. No way I am not apologising to him. He should be the one to apologise... but... Aryan.

Khushi is about to apologise when Arnav stops her.

Arnav (fake smiling) - it's fine... Aryan... Superman was wrong this time... your mumma can never be wrong...

Aryan (smiling) - of course, she is my mumma... after all. Mumma... Superman... come downstairs... everyone is dancing... we also dance...

Aryan drags both Khushi and Arnav downstairs. Arnav tries his hardest to make Aryan change his mind; however, Aryan is hell-bent on making his superman join the party. All the guests stare at the new couple that is now come downstairs. Aryan makes Khushi and Arnav come up on the dance floor.

Aryan (smiling) - dance...

Arnav (upset) - maybe another time, Aryan... I ha...

Aryan (frowning) - please superman... it's my birthday...

Arnav eyes Khushi who seems annoyed, with the outcome and then takes her to the dance floor. Khushi reluctantly puts her hand on his shoulder and they start to sway to the music. Arnav's eyes showing emotions of guilt, while Khushi's emotions showing hatred. Soon, the music stops and the couple breaks their eye contact and pull away. Everyone claps, seeing the dance while Aryan jumps onto Arnav and kisses him on the cheek and he does that to Khushi as well. However, seeing two new people in the house, Aryan goes down and rushes towards them.

Aryan (smiling) - mother Mary...

Who is this mother Mary?

Precap - Problem for Khushi

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