The noise of loud music was filled in the air. Yeah I am in a pub or night club. Seated on the bar stool and ordering shots. After 5 days it's my trip. And here I am having drinks. All the things happened just a few minutes ago started playing in my mind.
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FLASHBACK BEGINS
I was at home, packing my things. I heared a sound.. Yeah it's dad it's been a long time I heared his voice. He was chuckling and talking. I was in a need to hear what he was talking about.
I went outside my room. So Slowly that he can't hear the door sound.
'Darling... I am comming to meet you... I haven't seen you in a long time.. let's call off our plan for a small time... " he spoke. Then the other line person was speaking.
'I can't wait that long... she is busy.. I am comming to you right now. I can't wait to bang you... my lady" my dad spoke with a wild smile on his face.
I am like.. my mom is recovering in the hospital.. and he... is talking of fucking a girl?? Oh 'my lady'. I do really want to see about who this Lady is... as I see my father got freshen up. Got dressed in his casuals. And left in his red lamborgini.
I was awestruck. I called for a cab. And followed my dad. As he may doubt that someone is following him. He recognises all the cars we have in the garage.
I keep following him. His car stops and I ask the driver to stop at a walkable distance from their.
He comes out of the car. A watchman takes the car away. As I see it was a hospital. I was like why he comes to a hospital rather than a motel or his apartments.
I slowly followed him. But wait... it's the same hospital where mom is admitted. What the hell is happening?
I tell myself to not believe my breath taking instincts. but I was some how sure about it. I followed him. He went on the same floor. As I reached my mom's room.
From the door itself I could hear their moans. I sneak inside the room. To not just believe my ears, but to see whats the truth.
What I see was like a dream. I pinched my hand. No its the truth. My mom dad are making out on a hospital bed. My mom looks at my shadow. Then to me. Quickly manages and pushes dad away.
Trying to neat her hospital wear.
I didn't want to believe it. They played me. And I am fool to get played by them.
My mom's eyes were sorry.. my dad's were... I don't know.. but it was not guilt.
"Can you explain this?" I asked pointing at them with my forefinger and controlling myself before falling in tears.
"Child... I can explain that.... it's like..." my mom started speaking but immediately stopped at the loss of words.
I gave them both a sarcastic smile. Showing them that the show is over after this climax scene. Applauded for their wonderful performance infront of me that day. As well as on the day of mom's accident.
Maybe it was all there bullshit. so that I can take part in business and grow up.
When I was almost leaving. I heared my dad's small voice.
I turned back and told.." Don't worry Mr. Aakash Malhotra... I won't cause you losses in the company.I don't play sick." And left the room with a loud thud behind.
Outside everyone was looking at me... my behaviour. I didn't give them a dammn and left in the cab.
FLASHBACK ENDS
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Present
Alcohol kicked in my stomach. Making me lose my conscience. I felt like I am going to throw up. Went to the washroom in a hurry. And started throwing up. My hair was falling on my face. It was irritating me.
And to my surprise. Two warm hands gathered my hair in a ponytail. His one hand was holding my hair and other was rubbing my backbone. It was a kind of soothing. But wait I am in a ladies restroom. How can a man enter?
Quickly washing my face I looked up in the mirror. To find the man staring at me in the mirror. His eyes darted on me from the mirror. By his clothing... he looked like a waiter in white shirt and black pants. Because people who come here would prefer cool looking clothes.
Turning back I ask him,"what are you doing here?"
" Sorry?" He said in disbelief.
" I asked what are you doing in a female restroom." I repeated myself.
"Sorry ... but can you look around if you can find any other women here?"
I turned around. Yeah he is right. No women and men were looking at me in a mischievous looks. I can't tolerate it. To avoid my embarrasment infront of this man. I took a deep breath. Had my courteous smile on my face. Looked into his eyes and said 'thank you' and left the restroom. The man chuckled but I didn't give him a dammn.
I went to my barstool and completed my drink. That man approached me again. Maybe he wants a tip of helping me there. Took my wallet and I gave him a few dollars and left the pub by telling the bartender to add it on my tab.
Made my way to the car. I was feeling dizzy. What the hell is happening. Without taking any move further. I sat down at a car's bonnet as everything started to be blurr for me. To recover myself I sat there for a while. Didn't know when my eyelids closed and the sleep hugged me.
Next I woke up with a headache and bang. But where was I right now? Woke and found myself in a motel room. But how did I reach here. I look down at myself . I am wrapped in a bathrobe. Gosh where are my clothes making my way from the bed I reached the door. But to my surprise my dress was hanging on the door wall. And it's washed too. Thank God. Checking my phone. 10 A.M.
Oh shit!!! I have an important meeting at 10:30 A.M. I am in my casual wear. I rushed out of the room showered.
The payment is already made. I got out. Went to the near by mall and buyed a formal wear. A white shirt with black pencil skirt. Yes this will do. Calling a cab. I give a ring to Ms. Rika and told her to make all the necessary arrangements. I will be there at any minute. It's already 10:20. I should have not gone to the pub. I need to reach there. Otherwise they will make it a talk of the town. Lying the back of the car. Eyes closed. The driver informs me about the arrival to company. When I check my purse I don't have a single note. This should also happen today? It's only 2 mins for the meeting to start.
I come out of the cab. And asked the watchman uncle to pay for the fair right now. Rushed to meeting room. Ms.Rika was waiting outside. Seeing her watch continuously.
Ms.Rikaa is in her mid 30s. She is sweet. And like a sister. And I enter the meeting room.
A gasp left my mouth as I say "Good morning" scanning the room.
As I say good morning in a cheerful voice. Every one looks at me. Some with excitement. Some with rude face and some can't guess.
In between I see a man seated I don't know who he is. But I have seen him somewhere. But my head starts banging. I avoid him and start my presentation on building a new family resort at outskirts.
"This is the project 'Paradise' it's going to be built on river side .. this..(In presentation) And with an eye catching view from the rooms. We will even arrange the facilities for the tourists to enjoy the nearby places and employ locals to make their living... you can look at the file with details in front of you ... " everyone takes a look at the files.
The presentation was going well. Yes! Everything is going well. But that man was staring at me than at his phone...the file... typing something.. the man at the first place in a three piece suit was looking at his phone in a subsequent manner.
What's the problem...?? He is disturbing me from my topic.. Yeah finally my presentation comes to an end...
"If there are any doubts regarding this.. you can verify it.." the man in the suit asked " the name is too cheesy.. a change is required"
"Suggest me a name then" I counter attacked.
The man who was in formals chuckles getting everyone's attention towards him. Oh God! What is he gotta say now?
"According to me 'paradise' is also known as heaven." He said.
"We are not discussing English vocabulary." I said halfway.
"I mean on this earth... there are no God living to call it a paradise. But monarch so.. i would suggest you 'The Royalities'.
"The name could change the whole view of my presentation." I said sternly.
"That's your issue we are not required to give you an advice. Just simply we can offer this deal to some other company." The man in suit said.
The water is going above the head now. I am going to smash that man in my hand. I am already doing it in my brain.
"Okay sir! The new civilised project of 'The Royalities' will be ready in the next 6 days" I said and concluded the meeting with a smile.
Everyone got retired from the meeting except that man. God! He was looking at the papers as if it's a blunder.
Ms. Rika gives me an all okay kind of look and excused herself. I started picking the papers from the table and disconnected my pendrive from the projector. When will this man get out of here..??
As I was about to take the paper infront of him. He took it before me and said "I would really appreciate if you give it to me" in a charming voice. I was about to melt but controlled myself.
"Get your shit out of here... right now" I said as low as I could. Because of him. I have to do the project again.
The man walked out with a victory smile. I mean what did he just meant?
So now I am alone and I need to get this project done. Can't they think that just a name can change the whole concept or theme.
I kept the plan of trip on hold. And started working on my presentation. I got everything sorted and arranged. My phone was dead already. And who cares about me to call or text. Let them be where they are. I have to get this done.
It was three in the evening when I started feeling dizzy. And thought only water can't help me. I went to the cafeteria outside the company. Though my company also has a kitchen area. To make fast food;coffee. But I need a change of place. So I prefer the cafeteria.
Getting inside... I task to the counter attendent.(jessy)
"Hi!!! Isha how are you doing?" Jessy asked in a cheerful voice.
"Hello. . I am good.. " I say.
"Are you not well? something wrong with Darsh? She asked.
"Nothing is wrong. Can you please get me my usual" I say to her and avoid any conversation by moving towards the stool bars at the end. From where we can view the outside area through glass view.
Cars are moving as always.
My order arrived and I started sipping it. Recharging myself with the drink. And having a pastries to gain some conscience.
Everything about last night started playing in my head. All is okay... but how did I end up in that room..?
Letting it go I scanned the cafe.. theirs that guy with 2 girls beside him... oh no... they are throwing themselves at him. Bro! He needs to see the surroundings. It's a day time. His eyes turned towards me. And I realise that I was staring at him. Quickly looking away. I see outside the cafe.
Someone occupied the seat beside me. To not my surprise that guy is beside me. Though he is dashing and has a killer smile. "Captivating" gosh! I sip my cuppachino. It was a moustache on my mouth.
And that guy took a tissue and said "excuse me" and wiped my mouth.
Oh God! Has the time stopped???
NIKKI 💜