The morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting warmth and glow across the room. Rishab woke with a sense of freshness and a smile. The lavender scent cooling his mind and the peaceful night had given him clarity, and he knew it was time to start acting on his plans.
He dressed up quickly wearing a white t-shirt and brown casuals. The familiar sounds and chaos of his surroundings reminded him of his childhood as he prepared for the day ahead. Making his way downstairs, the house was already bustling with activity. His father and grandfather were deep in discussion, their voices low but intense.
"Good morning," Rishab greeted, his voice as bright and composed as he felt. His father, Raj, looked up from the table where he was reviewing some documents.
"Morning, Rishab. We were just discussing the next steps," Raj Mehta said, gesturing to a chair. "Take your seat son."
Mr. Ram Mehta, who was sipping his morning coffee, gave Rishab a reassuring nod. "Young boy, good to see you waking up early. We need to proceed as discussed yesterday."
Rishab took a seat and looking at the staff member arriving he changed his expressions swiftly and then curtly ignored his grandfather as the house staff came with the breakfast. Taking the cue his grandfather continued with the act.
"I've been thinking about how to proceed in the entertainment industry and I am not ready to be part of the politics, not now or ever in the future" Rishab said, breaking in after a moment. "I'm going to be an actor and maintain the cover of not revealing my identity so that my profession will not be an obstacle for the growth of our family, I need to ensure that my public persona aligns with the image I'm presenting. You can train cousin Rakesh as your heir, he is much more interested than me in politics."
His grandfather nodded with visible frustration and said sharply, "That's always there, I guess it is not worth expecting the bare minimum from you as a part of this family. Get out of the house right now! You don't belong here anymore!"
Rishab nodded at his mother re-assuring her and left the house without having breakfast. Everyone in the family knows that it was an act and acted accordingly and felt assured in their hearts about Rishab not avoiding the legacy of the family.
As soon as the entire fiasco was over, a middle aged staff member from the house took a break and silently went to a corner in the back garden and informed all the happenings in the house to someone which has not gone unnoticed by the people who are loyal to the main branch.
As expected even the discussions in the house are not just within the four walls, everything is being monitored by someone and the need for change is mandatory, but in order to not alert the enemy, the roles of many staff members have been changed as a natural process.
After the family meeting, Rishab knew that he needed to keep his distance from his family in order to let things be as it was earlier. He set out to visit his university and check in on his ongoing classes. The familiar campus was a comforting reminder of his original path, and he felt a renewed sense of balance. He attended his classes, focusing on his studies while mentally preparing for the challenges ahead.
By afternoon, Rishab returned to his condo, feeling a mix of accomplishment and anticipation. The day had been productive, but he knew it was only the beginning. As he sat down for lunch, he talked with his grandfather and the conversation turned to updates and next steps. The discussions and the shared purpose between them provided a sense of unity and reassurance.
The road ahead would be filled with challenges, but Rishab felt ready to face them. With the support of his family and a clear plan of action, he was determined to shuttle between both his public and covert responsibilities with unwavering commitment.
Rishab went to the registrar of the companies to incorporate a new company being an entertainment company. He wanted to ensure that his new venture was not only a cover but also a legitimate and influential part of his public personality. This step was crucial for maintaining his cover while pursuing his family's goals.
The registration of his new entertainment company, 'Luminous Studios', would take a few days to complete after the necessary paperwork. Rishab felt a sense of accomplishment. The company, while a crucial part of his cover, was also a significant step toward establishing his public presence.
Entering into production, directing, and other technical aspects of the entertainment industry, apart from talent management services, was what he planned to achieve in this life. He was now ready to build his career in the entertainment industry with a firm foundation.
The rest of the day went by in planning the interiors for the office building which was one of the properties under the family in a prime location of the city. The Luminous Studios building was around twenty-eight floors. Rishab has the general idea of the departments that are needed for the smooth functioning of the company and the hierarchy to be maintained in floor allocation.
Recruiting a person responsible for managing the company was his main task and then he can act as the mysterious president. Being an actor without much fame at this point in his current life is not advantageous in taking up charge as a boss due to his inexperience.
After living as a movie king and viewing the entertainment industry from various stages, Rishab understood how the entire thing worked based on the face. At this stage him being the boss does not attract any talents or the staff required for the company. He already has a person in his mind who is perfectly suitable for the role of Vice President and the second-in-command for his company. That person is at his lowest point waiting for an opportunity to shine in this field.
All that Rishab needs to do right now is to gather the resources, prepare some scripts from his knowledge of previous life, make some adjustments to present them more beautifully. With these documents and the intellectual property rights on them, he would be ready to recruit good talent from his previous life.
Now he is basically set on finalizing the plans for commencing of the company. He took his laptop from the desk and started working on the scripts that would basically hit the industry with a new wave of popularity.
As the evening drew to a close, Rishab prepared for another night of rest, knowing that each day would bring him closer to unraveling the mystery and reclaiming his family's legacy. The journey would be demanding, but he was ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead. Today the foundations laid for the prosperous future either be it with the family or with the company that he envisioned for the future.