Raghav's pov
The next day , I saw Siya beating Samrat . I actually enjoyed the scene but stopped her and saved her when the coffee was about to fall on her resulting in a scar on my hand . She seemed to be very confused. I wondered what was wrong with her . Next day I met her at the library and saw books about shares and stocks in her hand . So I asked her if she planned to leave her job. She got worried seeing the burn scar on my hand and asked me if she could do anything for me . I asked her to have lunch with me . I was very happy in my mind since I got to spend time with her . In my previous life we communicated only for work and very few times. I again asked her about her decision regarding job. I don't want her to leave it .She told me that she will continue it. I wanted to tell her about Samrat and Alia but I knew that she won't believe me .How would she believe me if I told her I came from future? Moreover she trusts that guy very much. So I tried to give her hint indirectly.
"Siya , you are very talented. Don't waste your efforts on useless people. Focus on your work and change your outlook to see others "
The next day , Ashish taunted her regarding her work. I couldn't hear anything against her so I banged my hand on the wall of the elevator which made him shut up. I asked Siya to follow me to the terrace as I knew that it would be awkward for her to drink coffee alone in the office. Then she showed me a note and told that her dad used to draw heart on the money he would give her and that she won't quit and try harder . I remembered that even after I got transferred here I noticed a heart drawn by pen above my clavicle. I tried to remove it many times but it won't get removed. So I guessed maybe her dad sent me to back to protect her . I was happy that she shared her memory with me . It was a good progress. I couldn't stop myself from smiling seeing her smile and she complimented my smile . I wanted to spend more time with her so I asked her about her plans on weekends but then Alia came and told about their dinner plans at 'Hotel Maniprabha ' I remembered it was the same place where Siya was humiliated at her school reunion. So I called the hotel and confirmed about the reunion. I couldn't let Siya suffer again. So I asked my friend John to find about Aditya.
Siya came to my cabin to give me painkillers and bandages for burn scar . I was happy that she cared for me . I passed by the storeroom but heard some voices coming from there . I recognised Siya and Samrat's voice . I was worried about her . So I opened the door .That bastard was about to kiss Siya . I asked him to leave for this work and told Siya ,"Ms. Siya, I know it's not my place to tell. But even between lovers unwanted physical contact is bad. You are a smart person. Don't make such mistakes." and left from there. I met Aditya and informed him about the reunion. I just hoped that he would go there and clear all the misunderstandings between them . Siya informed me that she was free on Sunday. That meant that she would not attend the reunion. I told her to prioritise herself before anything and do as per her plans on Sunday. I wanted her to attend the reunion and get her answers.
I saw Siya leaving the office. I noticed the earrings in her hand . I recognised it to be fake ones since I bought the same ones for Ria , my sister few days ago . I told her the same. I guessed that Alia might have given them to her . I offered to drop her to the apartment but she refused saying that she had plans with Samrat . I was hurt and angry .I followed her to her apartment and called my friend , John to act as a delivery man and disturb them till Samrat left the apartment.
Next day , I was worried for Siya . I hoped Aditya reached there . I waited in my car outside the hotel .After some time, I saw Siya rushing out of the hotel and a guy was following her . I came out of my car and followed them. I recognised him to be Aditya. He held her hands and confessed that he had a crush on her. I could recognise the confused expressions on Siya's face and knew that she wanted to escape from there . So I called her telling her to meet me for the meeting. I saw her dress and she looked pretty. I never saw her in such a dress .After the meeting, I offered to drop her saying that I wanted to repay for her help.
She declined calls from someone and seemed upset . I guessed it might be Alia. So I asked her , "What happened ? You don't look well ."
" There are some people who were terrible to me but still they aren't sorry at all ." She shared her thoughts with me .
" Don't get into a habit of depending on others ."I said refering to Alia and Samrat.
" Okay . I learned that I don't have to be good to those who treat me badly . I will use that energy to be nicer to people who are good to me ." She seemed to be changed and much confident than before.
" That's a good idea. All you need is to recognise good people. " I said indirectly telling her about Alia and Samrat.
She was surprised , " How do you know that I am a terrible judge of character ? I thought I was a good judge of character but I wasn't. "
I asked me , " So what do you think of me ?"
She looked at me and smiled , " You are a good person. "
" You are not that terrible at judgement, Siya ." I chuckled.
She smiled reading texts from someone. So I asked her about it . She told me that it was a text from a school friend and that they met at the school reunion today . She also told me that he was her first love . I didn't know about it . I thought it was one sided from Aditya.
Raghav, you have another competitor now to win her love.
So I said , " You could be reminded of old feelings after meeting him but it could be dangerous. You should let go of you old feelings..."
She told me that she had a boyfriend and there was no such feelings for him in her heart now and then there was an awkward silence between us .
I saw Samrat walking on the road near her apartment and I called her name and she quickly bent down to hide herself from him seeing him . We passed by him.
" It's not possible to see inside this car . The glasses are tinted . There's no need to hide. " I laughed seeing her action . I wondered if anything was wrong between them.
" No. Actually , it isn't like that . " She was embarrassed.
And then we saw Alia near her apartment and she covered her face to hide . I couldn't stop laughing at her behaviour. " Siya , no need to hide . They can't see you ."
We went to marine drive and sat there enjoying the breeze. I offered her coffee.
She might have sensed my curiosity regarding her and Samrat's relationship. Everyone knew that they were an office couple . So she tried to explain why she was hiding from Samrat but I told her that she didn't need to explain anything if she didn't want to .
I asked her about her interests . She told me that she wanted to learn self-defense and do interior designing . I offered to teach her self defence . She laughed hearing me.
I told her, " See , I know I don't look that type of man who know self defence. But I was an athlete in high school. I know judo, karate , taekwondo and kickboxing." She started laughing again and even I joined her . She looked so beautiful when she laughed .I took off my specs and she said ," You look better without specs. Have you ever considered using contact lenses ?" 'So, she likes me without specs . Okay I will change it tomorrow.' I thought
I just smiled and then dropped her to the apartment in my car .
I said , " We should meet as many people as possible before marriage and then take the decision. " I didn't want her to marry Samrat again.
" You are more straightforward than I expected, Raghav "
" No , that's not what I meant . Anyways, I think that marriage is not a must ." I said
" So , you mean to say that you don't want to get married. " She asked.
" No. Siya , I want to get married but.. well.... "I couldn't find words to say to me and was embarrassed and chuckled and even she joined me laughing.
" Raghav , it's nice to see you smile. See you then . Good night ."
The next day , I entered the office and heard people speaking about Siya . I saw her and was shocked. She looked so pretty. She was not in her traditional Indian wear and specs anymore. I saw here yesterday like this but didn't expect her to come like this to the office. I don't judge her . I respect her decisions but I wondered if she dressed up like this due to Samrat or any other reason. She noticed me wearing contacts. I did it for her only .
"Why did you dress like that for work today?" I asked her.
" Do I look that strange today?" She asked.
" No it's not that. Never mind. I shouldn't have said that ." I turned around to leave but I wanted my answers so I said, "I wore contacts today after what you said yesterday . So I was wondering if you wore this because of or for someone ."
" No , Sir . I dressed this way for myself . I haven't dressed up after so long because it felt good. And people started treating me different because I dressed up this way ." So she dressed up for herself.
" Wouldn't it be wrong for others to treat you differently over how you dress?" I asked .
" You are right . But there are people who do that . And I feel this is the right way to deal with such type of people. From now on , I won't just stick to formalities anymore.... for my sake ." She said confidently.
"That's a good idea. " I smiled.
" I swear you look different when you smile . Also , I am not an expert in it either but I think it will be better if you change your dressing style a bit . I recommend it . See you then . "
She wanted me to change my dressing style but I had no Idea about fashion. So I asked Ria to help me in shopping new suits. I knew that she won't come help me for free. I had to buy new purse and earrings for her and she jumped in joy in front of the mall . I literally had to drag her from there.
Next day , I asked her for dinner but she declined saying that she had personal plans tonight. At night I saw her coming out of the restaurant with Aditya. Does she like Aditya? Why did she meet him? I wanted to know. Seeing his expression anyone could tell he wanted to propose her but she turned him down saying that she had a boyfriend. I was so happy that now one competitor is reduced. I wanted to make sure that she reached home safely . So I followed her . On her way she met Samrat , I thought that they were having normal conversation but then Samrat seemed angry. He was about to raise his hand on her when I grabbed it and punched him . He accused us of having an affair. I could only see him as murderer of Siya .So I continued beating him but Siya stopped me and he ran away.
So that's a double update for you guys.
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