PreeRan OS: Crazy and in love chapter 2 update pg 2

Ever since they had confessed that they were madly in love with each other, Karan and Preeta had been inseparable. They had been dating for almost a year now but nothing had changed between them except for their relationship status. They continued to argue over something as petty as whose turn it was to choose where they were to go for dinner and that's what defined them. They had become all the more comfortable with each other, cherishing each other's flaws and celebrating life together. While Karan had become more caring and responsible, Preeta had become more fun-loving and open to pranks! Their stormy affair was no longer a secret and Karan loved flaunting his love in front of one and all. They would bicker like school kids and make it up to each other over ice cream dates and coffee dates. It was something they enjoyed together! Karan had, over time, come up with many more funny pet names for his Kareli- one of those being Dumbo Jumbo. And Preeta had become so used to being called silly names that sometimes she wouldn't respond to him if he happened to call her by her own name. Everyone had come to adore them- the Aroras and the Luthras- and they couldn't wait for these two to finally take the plunge and announce that they were ready to get married. 

Today was a special day for the two lovebirds. It was a Sunday and both of them had an off. Preeta had come over to Karan's bachelor pad a little earlier, not bothering to wake him up since she had keys to his place. This was one of those major milestones in their relationship when within 3 months of dating, Karan had handed her the extra set of keys to his bachelor pad so that they could spend quality time together on Sundays. Karan liked to explain this gesture saying he loved his sleep too much to get up in a semi-stuporous state just to let her in. However, on one of his drunken moments, he had blurted out to Preeta that he loved to wake up in the morning and see her beside him, without having to get up from bed. Preeta had gone into a fit of laughter at his cuteness and pulled his cheeks and poked his dimples, pulling him into a tight hug when he had passed out on her lap, smiling in his sleep. Although usually they would make breakfast together and watch one episode of F.R.I.E.N.D.S, today Preeta had decided to surprise Karan. She arrived early and headed straight to his room. She took in the interiors, noticing how his individual poster sized pictures adorning the walls had gradually been replaced by some pictures of her and some pictures of the two of them captured in their elements. He had even convinced her to be a part of his magazine shoot and now that gorgeous picture happened to be placed right in the center of the wall, above his king-sized bed. She smiled to herself remembering that one time when she had drilled Karan about the increasing number of pictures of herself and of them on his wall and he had just shrugged it off saying he just happened to look too good in them and that the poster-sized couple shot was a gift following the magazine release. Preeta had gradually got used to Karan trying to hide his sweet gestures under the garb of his attitude and arrogance and at times, she liked to indulge him while at other times, she would just trump all his arguments. Karan was a romantic at heart but his ego never allowed him to admit to it and she had come to adore even this particular trait in him. She would never admit it in front of Karan but she had even come to love his annoying habits. Trying to be as quiet as possible, she tip-toed to the bed, where she was lost looking at Karan sleeping like a baby without a care in the world. She walked up to his side, and planted a soft kiss on his dimpled cheek, before tip-toeing out of the room. She knew Karan would be awake in an hour's time and she had to have her surprises in place before that. She was going to celebrate this special day with him, and she knew exactly how to. She headed straight to the kitchen, and got busy preparing his favorite breakfast. She knew he usually didn't indulge in anything that was laden with calories but he had his cheat meals too. She had discovered this when she happened to walk in on him once in the middle of the night when he was stealthily hogging on cupcakes that she had kept in the refrigerator. She had teased him to no end and he had finally given in to her demand for the truth and told her how he loved all kinds of junk food and had a really sweet tooth but his profession demanded him to stay fit and on a strict diet. But he tried to have his share of cheat meals once in a week at least. 

Preeta had decided to make his favorite Oreo cookie shake, chocolate cheesecake, coleslaw sandwich, waffles and crpes for breakfast. As she started her preparations, her excitement started touching its peak. She couldn't wait for Karan to wake up. She wanted her plan to be executed perfectly, just as she had planned. After all, it was their first dating anniversary. She wasn't sure if Karan remembered or not, but for her, it didn't matter. She knew Karan wasn't good with dates at all and to be honest, she didn't care as long as she had him by his side to celebrate each day of their life together. She was going to surprise him with breakfast in bed as soon as he woke up, then begin with a red rose and a letter, and end it with a surprise gift she had been lucky enough to procure for her love. As she was setting the breakfast tray, she heard Karan's alarm go off. She knew Karan would get up at the count of ten and the moment he woke up, he would want to see her. So she hurried across to his room and placing the breakfast tray on the side table, she sat down near him. Just like she had predicted, at the count of ten, she could see Karan stirring, with a slight smile on his face, and even before opening his eyes, his hands met hers and he sat up on the bed with a big smile plastered on his face, and looking into her eyes, wished her "Good morning Babydoll"! She made a face at that extremely weird sounding pet name he had given her, before breaking into a smile as bright as the morning. Failing to hide her excitement, she started fidgeting before asking him to close him eyes and get ready for his surprise. As he complied, she carefully placed the breakfast tray in between them and asked him to open his eyes. As he did so, he was awestruck! Not just with the lavish spread of breakfast in front of him but with the fact that this girl right in front of him was all his now, and even if he never mentioned as much in words, he knew it was true. There it was, a red rose, a letter, and all his favorite food arranged so tastefully. He couldn't contain his happiness and reached upto Preeta for a hug, almost dislodging the tray in the process. 

Karan immediately reached out for the letter and started reading it like an overexcited teenager; despite Preeta's requests to read it after she left. The note started with her addressing him as Mr. Crazy Luthra. The note read, " Happy first anniversary Mr. Karela. I can't begin to tell you how beautiful this year has been, all thanks to you. Just like you had predicted, you've kept me on my toes right from day one. Every single day has been nothing short of an adventure for me. Discovering something new about you each day has been the most amazing part of this journey. I can finally give myself a pat on the back for understanding all that you don't express in words. I have fallen in love with you all over again every single day- that dimpled smile makes me putty in your hands and you've used it to your advantage way too many times now for me to keep a count. Your antics are now a part of my routine and whenever you go out for a tour, my days seem dull and lifeless and I feel like a robot just going about the daily chores, without enjoying something as simple as a coffee. You've got me addicted to you, but in a nice way. I'm so proud of all your achievements. And I am so touched that you've always made sure I've been there to share your special moments with you. You are still as annoying, still as childish, still as self-obsessed but I love each of those bits coz these traits make Karan Luthra the man I fell head over heels in love with. Sometimes you drive me so crazy that I want to pull out my hair, but the next moment you are so adorable that all I want to do is smother you with kisses and hold you tight in my arms. I love you as much as or even more than you love Nutella pancakes. P.S. I know you don't remember dates well and most probably you don't remember our first anniversary. But no offence taken coz I'll always be there to remind you of these special dates. Now it's time for you to open that special gift."

It's very rare for Karan to find himself in situations that leave him speechless but this was one such rare moment. How could he ever stop falling for this girl? She never failed to surprise him with her gestures. Karan got out of bed, pulled her towards him, and nuzzling against the nape of her neck, whispered huskily in her ear, "Preeta, I love you so much. Even if I've never said it before, you should know you're the best thing that ever happened to me. Thank you for the lovely surprise. And I can't wait for that special gift." As he comfortably settled back in bed, he tried to playfully pull her on to his lap but failed to do so. After hogging on the lavish breakfast, Preeta led him to his cupboard and asked him to open his gift. Karan was thoroughly confused as to what the gift might be. He quickly peeled away the gift wrapper and was left in a state of shock yet again! His girlfriend never failed to amaze him! How did she even know things he never mentioned to her! If there was an award for the best girlfriend, no one would deserve it more than Preeta! There it was, his most prized gift- his cricket bat autographed by his idol. Karan had always been a cricket fanatic, never missing a single match. And he was always awestruck by Kapil Dev- his idol and the one person who had inspired him to take up cricket as a career. Preeta hadn't failed to take note of that tiny detail, which could have easily been lost amongst their endless conversations. He had to find out how she managed to get a gift like this. Preeta couldn't stop smiling looking at Karan. Karan was happier than she had expected him to be. He was inspecting the gift like a child who has been handed his most coveted toy. Responding to Karan's question, she revealed that while she was at the stadium cheering for Karan at one of the cricket matches, she came to know that Kapil Dev sir would be coming over in a while to see the match. Considering Karan was now a popular name in the field of cricket, she took advantage of her access to meet his idol and after a mini chitchat with him, had impressed him enough for him to readily autograph a cricket bat for him. 

Karan couldn't get his head around the fact that his shy and reserved girlfriend could go to such an extent to get him something so special. Hugging her tight in his arms, he couldn't stop saying thank you. He lifted her up and spun her around in circles, excitedly shouting how happy he was. Gently putting her down, he then gave her a sloppy kiss on her cheek, making her mouth form that perfect O that he had come to love over time. Smiling at her, he said he could feel her  kiss even while he was fast asleep, because he had become so used to her that he could sense her whenever she was close. 

Asking her to make herself comfortable, he then rummaged through his cupboard and finally finding the gift bag, handed it to Preeta. Karan seemed even more excited than Preeta as he waited for her to open her gift. Preeta opened the bag to find 5 gorgeous dupattas, smiling as she understood the meaning behind the gift. Digging in further, she found a note from him that read, "I know I'm bad with dates but even if I forget my own birthday or yours, how can I forget the day you walked into my life and made it more beautiful than I have ever known it to be. You argue about everything, you drive me crazy, but you make me a better version of myself. This gift is just to make up for all those times when I've been your 'dupatte ka dushman'! 

Preeta pulled his cheeks yet again, saying 'Aww! I didn't know you could be this adorable also, Mr. Akdoo!', while Karan kept cribbing that if she kept pulling his cheeks like this all the time, someday he might just end up looking like a bull dog. Karan couldn't help but treasure this moment in his mind forever, a moment so perfect and so blissful. Sitting there beside her, holding her hands in his never felt more right than at this very moment. He was madly in love, despite their busy schedules and their arguments. Maybe it was time he settled down, so he could have her right next to him at all times. Maybe this is what his mom meant when she mentioned the joy your life partner can usher in your life. And as they were engaged in an eyelock, reminiscing all their beautiful moments together, they were interrupted by the doorbell.