Anamika's POV:
" What the hell she want and why do you even let her in?" I asked Jazz angrily as I walked inside my penthouse. It's been five years since I last saw her in person.
" Oh , come on Anu . It's been five years. Are you still holding me responsible?" Payal asked me as she sat comfortably in my couch.
In my freaking couch! I am going to burn it. I fumes inwardly.
" So why are you here?" I asked her straight away .
" I want to sell my shares in my father's company to you. I need money . Sooner the better." She replied as she sipped the black coffee Jazz might have offered her.
I looked at her in disbelief. She's the highest paid actress and add to that has many properties in her name. Why is she specific on selling her shares which might harm her father's Chairperson position.
" Payal, any problem?" Jazz asked with concern.
" Glad that you still care for me. No. No problem at all. I need money. You need power. It's win win for both of us." Payal turned to me.
" Why me? Anyone will those shares ." I asked her as I sat opposite to her.
" They might take advantage of my need. I trust you . Irrespective of our situation, you will be fair."
" Uncle will disown you." I said without any emotion.
" Not that I care. They let me alone when I needed them the most. All because of you and your family. They choose to side with you so that their business won't suffer because of what I did. So, I don't care about him." She said as if it didn't affect her.
Knowing her all my life , I knew when she lie. I just let it go. I was about to reject her proposal when I remembered Ishika's photo with her. An idea came to my mind.
" Payal , I will consider buying your shares if you perform on my engagement tomorrow. " I said as I thought she will refuse.
" what ? You're getting engaged? " Jazz asked in shock.
" You call me your best friend and didn't tell me. " Jazz huffed .
" I will definitely do. I am so happy for you, Anu. Even if you don't believe it." Payal said and hugged me. She pulled away .
" So, who is that lucky girl?" She asked further. " None of your business. Jazz will contact your assistant and you be there. Now leave." I said harshly.
" I agree you lost your brother. But I lost more. When will you listen to me,Anu?" Payal walked off after putting her glasses on.
" You know you don't have to be rude with her ." Jazz said as she see Payal take the elevator.
" Why not? She's the reason my life got ruined. She caused me pain ,sorrow which lasts for lifelong. I lost Anshul because of her. " I muttered as I held onto the edge of the table.
After a few minutes of silence , Jazz placed her hand on my shoulder. I turned and she hugged me. I just pulled away and nodded at her. I never cried after that fateful day.
" So, looks like your parents matchmaking efforts paid off. Who's the girl?" She asked as we both sat on the couch.
" Ishika Sharma. You have seen her. " I told her. She looked at me puzzled by my words.
" The girl who slapped me yesterday." I replied as I thought of her.
Jazz's face changed from happiness to sad. " So you're marrying her for what she did yesterday. Aren't you?" She asked me. I nodded as I went towards the kitchen.
I opened the fridge and took a beer can for her. I gave it to her.
" What about you? " She asked as I decided to not drink.
" I drank the milk Ishika gave me before coming here. " It made her smile.
" You know what. I think she's right girl for you. She can make you believe in love. You will be happy like real happy with her. Soon you will be gushing about her. " She said as I let out a sarcastic chuckle.
" Love doesn't exist ,Jazz. True love kills , causes immense pain to your near and dear ones. "
" One day you will change your views,Ana. I am sure about it." She said as she took a sip of beer.
I didn't respond to it.
Ishika's POV :
" All the best,Ishu ." She texted back. I smiled at the predicament I am in. I didn't tell her that it is Anamika Modi who is supposed to be my bride.
I couldn't sleep as today's events repeatedly kept on playing in my mind.
Suddenly my mobile rang.
I looked at the clock to see it's 11:30 pm. Add to that it says Wifey in my contacts.
" Hello" I hesitantly answers the call.
" Biwi, what are you doing by staying awake until now?" I heard the devil speak.
" Anamika ? " I asked to confirm.
" Yes. Why do you expect someone else to call you at this time?" She asked coldly . I could sense her anger.
" No. Anything important, Anamika?" I asked as I yawned.
" Well , good news biwi. Tomorrow night is our engagement. My parents told me after I left your house. Ot else I would have seen your face." She said as she let out a sarcastic laugh. I am in a state of shock.
" Oh , I almost forgot. Be ready at 9 am . I am taking you to shopping. You need a new wardrobe and we can spend time together. See you tomorrow, biwi." She ended the call.
God, why? I then remembered that I have a job interview at that time. So, I called her .
" What biwi? Are you missing me that badly that you called me within minutes?" She mockingly asked me. This woman is getting on my nerves.
" No, your highness. I called you to tell you something. I have a job interview at GS enterprises at 9 am. Can you please do the shopping on your own? " I call said as I don't want to anger her.
" How dare you , Ishika? I am a busy woman. I am not your maid. Also what did I say today? Whatever I say, you follow. So, be ready. Don't you dare to defy me." With that she hung up.
Morning came.
I got ready and went to my scheduled interview . I know it was stupid of me to defy her but I can't let her dictate my life .
" You can go in . " The receptionist said while giving me a wink. I smiled and went inside only to find two furious green eyes glaring at me ferociously.
" A a Anamika" words stopped midway as she lunged forward and had me pinned across the wooden door.
She closed the door and grabbed my arm.
" Didn't I tell you not to come here?" She asked as she pushed me on the swirling chair.
She placed both her hands on either sides. I was too scared to see her at this moment. She was beyond furious and has a dark powerful aura. She's intimidating me.
" I I need " I was stopped by her.
" Yes or no?" She asked me.
" Yes" I meekly replied. She leaned in and I closed my eyes fearing she might hit me.
" Now , come on. Let's go. It's getting late." She then moved away and took her bag. I was still in trance when she called my name again.
While in car, she made sit on her lap and covered the lid in the front so that her driver can't see us. As a matter of fact , her car has tinted glass. Nobody can see from outside.
She tied my hands behind my back using my dupatta. Her hands kept on touching my thighs at regular intervals despite my resistance. When I tried to remove my hands , she held them in place.
" Next time, don't mess with me. I won't be as lenient as I am now." She warned me .
She then let go of me as the car ride ended. She stopped at the most expensive boutique in Delhi.
I wonder why there is no customer here. The owner of the shop came to greet her.
" Miss Modi, as per your wish , this shop is closed until noon for people. My employees will assist you if you want. " The owner then left.
Three girls around my age came and stood infront of us. Anamika asked two girls to follow her leaving me alone with only one girl.
She was friendly and made occasionally jokes . I too liked her company.
" Can I have your number, Ishu?" She asked me when the she devil appeared with two girls.
Those girls smiled at me causing me blush.
" No, she is my biwi. She won't give you her number. In fact , you all go . We can manage ourselves. " She said coldly.
After they left,
" And you , seriously Ishu ? She's flirting with you . You're my fiance not hers. Now try this" she handed me a hell of dresses .
After modelling all the dresses , she choose some of the dresses. She even picked the lingerie sets and then my inners much to my dismay.
" Thank God Ana , you're still here . Your meeting with the investor is in an hour. You go there. I will take your fiance home safely." A woman around Anamika's aga walked in. She talked with Anamika at ease . Anamika glared at her but it didn't have any effect on her.
" Ishika, I can't wait to see you tonight. Imagine the things I can do to you . Don't miss me too much " Anamika whispered in a sultry tone and left.
" Hi, Ishika right? I am Jaspreet Kaur, you can call me Jazz. I am Anamika's bestfriend and assistant." She introduced herself.
We then walked out as Anamika paid for everything before she left.
Jazz took me to a parlor and helped me get ready for my engagement with Anamika Modi.
My mobile ring. It's her.
What do I tell her? Will she be fine?
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