The Perfect Arrangement - ArShi Story

Chapter 16: Secret Job & Family Reunion

Khushi had finally landed her dream job as a fashion designer in one of the leading fashion companies. But there was one catch - she had kept it a secret from Arnav. She wasn't sure how he would react to her working in such a high-pressure job, especially with their already strained relationship.

So every day, Khushi would leave the house early in the morning, telling Arnav that she was going to the gym or to run errands. In reality, she was going to her new job. It wasn't an easy decision, but Khushi knew that it was the right one for her. She was excited to finally be pursuing her passion and working towards her goals.

As she stepped into the office building, Khushi felt a rush of nerves and excitement. The office was buzzing with activity, with people rushing around and talking on their phones. She made her way to her desk, where she was greeted by her new colleagues. They were a friendly bunch, eager to welcome her to the team.

Khushi spent her first few days getting acclimated to her new job, attending meetings, and learning the ropes. She was thrilled to be working in such a fast-paced environment, where creativity and innovation were encouraged.

But she also found that the job was taking a toll on her personal life. She was working long hours, often coming home late at night. She was exhausted, both mentally and physically, and it was starting to affect her relationship with Arnav.

One day, after a particularly long and stressful day at work, Khushi came home to find Arnav sitting on the couch, looking tired and worn out. She knew that he had been working hard too, and it made her feel guilty for neglecting him.

"Arnav, I'm sorry I've been so busy lately," she said, sitting down next to him. "I know I've been neglecting you, and I feel terrible about it."

Arnav looked at her, his eyes tired and distant. "It's okay, Khushi," he said. "I understand that you're busy with your job. I just wish we could spend more time together."

Khushi felt a pang of guilt in her chest. She knew that Arnav was right. They hadn't spent much time together lately, and it was starting to show in their relationship.

"I know, Arnav. I'll try to make more time for us," she said, taking his hand in hers.

But even as she said the words, Khushi knew that it would be difficult. Her job was demanding, and she had to put in long hours to meet the deadlines. She didn't want to let her team down, but she also didn't want to let her marriage suffer.

Over the next few weeks, Khushi tried to find a balance between her job and her personal life. She made an effort to spend more time with Arnav, even if it was just a quiet dinner at home or a walk in the park.

But the demands of her job continued to weigh on her. She found herself constantly checking her email, even on weekends and during vacations. She felt like she was always on call, always needed by her team.

One day, Khushi found herself at a crossroads. She had a big deadline coming up, and she knew that she would have to work long hours to meet it. But at the same time, Arnav had planned a romantic weekend getaway for the two of them.

She sat in her office, staring at her computer screen, trying to make a decision. She knew that Arnav was counting on her, but she also knew that her job was important to her.

Finally, after much deliberation, Khushi made a decision. She would put her job on hold for the weekend and focus. Arnav's plan romantic weekend gateway is put on hold as their family decide to surprise them.

As the weekend approached, Khushi couldn't help but feel more stressed about the family reunion. She had been trying to keep her job a secret from Arnav and their families, and the thought of them finding out was making her anxious.

To make matters worse, Arnav had made plans for them to spend the weekend with their families, something that Khushi had been dreading. She didn't know how she was going to keep up the charade of being a stay-at-home wife and hide her job from everyone.

As they arrived at the family gathering, Khushi tried her best to act naturally and hide her nerves. But as the day went on, it became increasingly difficult for her to keep up the facade.

To her surprise, the family had planned a surprise celebration for Khushi and Arnav's wedding anniversary. Everyone had gathered to wish them and bless them with happiness. Khushi was overwhelmed with the love and support of her family, but she couldn't help but feel guilty for keeping her job a secret.

As the family sat down for dinner, Khushi tried her best to avoid any questions about her job. She kept her answers short and simple, hoping that nobody would suspect anything. But her stress levels only increased as the night went on, and she found herself constantly looking over her shoulder.

Just when Khushi thought she couldn't take it anymore, luck seemed to be on her side. Arnav's phone rang, and he excused himself to take the call. As he walked away, Khushi let out a sigh of relief.

She took the opportunity to slip away to the washroom and take a moment to herself. As she sat on the bathroom floor, she couldn't help but feel conflicted. On one hand, she was happy with her new job and proud of her accomplishments. But on the other hand, she felt guilty for keeping it a secret from her husband and their families.

As Khushi made her way back to the dinner table, she saw that everyone was engrossed in their conversations and nobody seemed to have noticed her absence. She breathed a small sigh of relief and tried to focus on the moment, enjoying the rest of the celebration.

As the night came to an end and everyone started to say their goodbyes, Khushi felt a sense of relief wash over her. She had managed to keep her job a secret, at least for one more day.

But as she hugged her family goodbye, she couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt. She knew that she needed to tell Arnav about her job soon, but she didn't know how he would react.

As they drove back home, Khushi sat in silence, lost in her thoughts. She knew that she needed to find a way to balance her career and her marriage, but she didn't know where to start. She hoped that Arnav would be understanding and supportive, but she couldn't shake the feeling of fear and uncertainty.