Chapter 2

Sakshi's pov:-

I marched over to him, my heels clicking on the floor, and grasped his collar, my fingers tightening around the fabric. "Why the hell did you take my deal?" I demanded, my voice low and menacing.

His eyes darkened, his jaw clenched, and for a moment, we locked gazes, the tension between us palpable.

His hand swiftly moved to my wrist, grasping it firmly as he removed my hand from his collar. With a quick twist, he turned me around, his other hand wrapping around my waist, pulling me onto his lap. He held my hand tightly, his grip unyielding.

Leaning in close, his warm breath tickled my ear as he whispered, "Next time, take the deal. I won't take it. It was just a response to your challenge, nothing more. I wasn't interested in this deal, but you challenged me, and now you're facing the consequences, babygirl."

His grip on my wrist tightened, his voice low and menacing. "Never, I said never again, dare to grab my collar. The consequences will be more than you can handle, trust me."

He growled, "Understand, wildcat?" I shot back, "Go to hell!" and wrenched my wrist free. I stood up from his lap and began to leave his office, but he followed me, his footsteps echoing behind me. We reached the car parking area, and I marched to my car, retrieving a hockey stick from the back seat.

With a fierce determination, I approached his luxurious cars and began to smash the windows, one by one, leaving a trail of shattered glass.

He stood there, his face twisted in anger, but he didn't move or speak. Finally, he yelled for his assistant, "Luca!" who came running, "Yes, boss?"

Kushal instructed, his voice calm but firm, "Change the glass of the windows that madam has so artistically rearranged."

I saw him smirk, and I knew I had made my point. I got into my car and drove away, leaving him and his damaged cars behind, the sound of shattering glass still echoing in my mind.

I dialed my best friends, Ananya and Prisha, and they picked up immediately.

Ananya asked, "Hey, how are you? Did you get your deal?"

I blurted out, "No, that motherfucker took my deal again!"

Prisha chimed in simultaneously, "Kushal got the deal!"

Ananya's tone changed, "Wait, what the hell? How did this happen, Prisha? Sakshi, you didn't tell me; you told her first? I'm not talking to you!"

I clarified, "No, it's not me; it's Ansh who told her. I'm right, Prisha, mam?"

( Ansh is prisha's boyfriend and kushal's bestfriend)

Prisha confirmed, "Yeah, Ananya, she didn't tell me. I had a conversation with Ansh, and he told me Kushal got the deal."

Ananya sighed, "Okay, fine. I'm talking to you, Sakshi. But how did this happen? Tell me!"

Prisha added, "Yeah, I want to know too!"

I recounted the entire story, from Kushal's taunting message to smashing the windows of his cars.

Ananya and Prisha burst into laughter, "Oh God, did he forget who he was challenging? Sakshi Sharma doesn't back down! How could he think she'd leave him unscathed?"

Me: "Yeah, obviously, I won't let him get away with it! My mood is now literally screaming for a night out. Let's go clubbing!"

Ananya: "Are Sanjay Bhai and Aryan not at home? If they were, you wouldn't be so eager to go clubbing!"

Prisha: (laughs) "Obviously, otherwise, she wouldn't be so bold! Started laughing..."

Me: (laughs) "Stop laughing, girls! Get ready and meet me there by 10 pm.

After disconnecting the call, I headed straight to the bathroom to unwind with a relaxing bath and skincare routine, which took about an hour to complete.

Feeling refreshed, I strolled over to my wardrobe to decide on an outfit for the night. I chose a stunning dress, got ready, and grabbed my car keys. Without informing my brothers, who were still out, I headed to the club.

(Prisha, Ananya, Arthav, Ansh, and, of course, Kushal - our childhood rival. We've known each other for 7-8 years now, and while Ansh and Arthav are my good friends, Kushal and I have always had a competitive dynamic, even from a young age.)

As I arrived at the club, I met up with Prisha and Ananya, and we were a trio of stunners! Ananya shone in her golden bodycon dress, accentuating her curves, while Prisha glowed in her white dress, perfectly complementing her figure. I wore a red bodycon suit, completing our triple threat of style and beauty.

We settled in at the bar, ordering our drinks and taking 4-5 shots before hitting the dance floor.

Lost in the music and fun, we danced the night away. Unbeknownst to us, Sanjay Bhai and Aryan were still at work and would be late .

I had thought I could sneak in a night out without telling them, but now, I was feeling a bit too tipsy to make it back home before they arrived.

After a few more drinks - 7-8 shots, to be exact - I was fully intoxicated and struggling to stand.

I tried to call Kyla, my trusted assistant and driver, to come pick me up, but he wasn't responding to my voice messages. I wondered if he was mad at me for not checking in earlier.

And then he saw the message, but still, no response. Did he get mad? I wondered, sitting there for 15-20 minutes, waiting for a reply or his arrival.

But nothing. I decided to take matters into my own hands and started searching for Prisha and Ananya, scanning the crowd with my eyes. But they were nowhere to be found.

As I tried to get up, my unbalanced state betrayed me, and I grabbed the chair for support.

Taking a deep breath, I started walking, but my coordination failed me again, and I bumped into a wall. Or so I thought.

Looking up, I realized it wasn't a wall at all - it was Kushal Mishra's chest. He was standing right in front of me, his eyes fixed on mine.

I pushed him, but he didn't budge, his expression unreadable.

I tried to walk away, but Kushal gripped my wrist, saying, "I'll drop you home."

I protested, "No need, thank you. I'm with my friends; I'll go with them."

But he revealed, "They've already left. Arthav took Ananya, and Ansh took Prisha home."

I was shocked, "What?!"

I tried to wriggle free, but Kushal held tight. "Let me go; I'll go on my own," I insisted.

He firmly replied, "You're not in a state to drive. Shut up and let me drop you; that's the end of the discussion."

I rolled my eyes and pouted, trying to disguise my mood.

But Kushal didn't relent. He swept me into his arms, ignoring my struggles and protests.

"What the hell are you doing? Drop me now!" I yelled, but he carried me to the parking lot, reached my car, and gently placed me in the front seat.

Kushal said, "If you try to get out of the car or even step one leg out, I will fuck you so badly right now that you will pass out".

I looked at him in shock, my eyes wide with fear. He closed the door, and I didn't say a word.

He got into the driver's seat, and after a few minutes of driving, I fell asleep, exhausted.

In the morning, someone was yelling in my bedroom, but I couldn't muster the strength to get up and see who it was.

Before I knew it, a bucket of water was poured on me, and I was jolted awake.

Groggily, I got out of bed and blinked a few times, trying to clear my vision.

When I finally opened my eyes, I was shocked to see two bodyguards standing over me, their faces stern and angry.

As I rubbed my eyes to see more clearly, I realized with a start that it was Sanjay Bhai and Aryan standing in front of me, their faces twisted in rage.

I was confused and disoriented - how did I end up in my bed? I remembered texting Kyla to pick me up from the club last night, but who brought me home? Was it Kyla or my brothers?

The questions swirled in my head as I tried to piece together the events of the previous night.

My thoughts were racing as Aryan yelled at me, "Did you go to the club yesterday night without informing us?"

I started to stammer a reply, but they were both in full anger, their eyes blazing with fury.

Before I could gather my thoughts, Sanjay Bhai spoke up, his voice firm and commanding,

"Get up, take a bath, and come downstairs. I need all the answers, Sakshi." His tone was stern, leaving no room for argument or delay.

After they left my room, I frantically searched my phone to see who had dropped me home, and my heart sank as I saw messages from Ananya and Prisha asking, "Are you home safe?" and "Did the brothers find out we went to the club?"

My mind raced as I scrolled through my messages, and then I saw it - a voice message I had accidentally sent to Kushal instead of Kyla.

As I listened to the message, memories of the previous night came flooding back, and I remembered that Kushal had indeed dropped me home.

I felt a wave of anxiety wash over me as I realized I had to face my brothers now.

I quickly typed out a reply to Ananya and Prisha, "Yeah, I'm fine. The brothers know we went to the club, and now I have to answer to them."

My brothers are cool, they've never been the type to dictate what I can or can't do. In fact, they've always told me to inform them about my plans, and sometimes I've messed up by not telling them.

But when I do, they become possessive and their anger reaches a whole different level.

I know now that I've messed up badly, and not just with Sanjay Bhai, but with Aryan too.

He's younger than me, but when it comes to my safety, he's just as fiercely protective as Sanjay Bhai. And when he's angry, he scares me just as much.

I took a deep breath and headed downstairs, knowing they were waiting for me. As I entered the room, I saw them sitting there, looking stern and formal.

I had taken extra care to present myself well, wearing a beige and white formal suit, accessorized with some elegant pieces and light makeup.

But my brothers' intimidating presence made me feel a bit nervous. Sanjay Bhai was dressed in an all-black suit, his expression stern and unyielding, while Aryan wore a grey suit, his eyes fixed on me with a piercing gaze.

The atmosphere was tense, and I knew I had to face the consequences of my actions.

I sat down on the couch, trying to compose myself, but Aryan's piercing glare sent shivers down my spine.

Before I could speak, Sanjay Bhai gave me a stern look, and I knew to keep quiet.

He asked, his voice firm but controlled, "Why did you go to the club without informing us?"

I took a deep breath and tried to explain, "I... actually, I forgot to inform you."

Aryan's expression turned incredulous, and he yelled, "Forgot to inform us? Are you serious, Sakshi?

What if Kushal hadn't been there to pick you up? We had no idea you weren't home; we thought you were safe in your room, not out clubbing!"

I tried to calm myself and reasoned, "Aryan, please calm down, nothing happened. I just forgot to inform you, and I'm sorry for that."

Sanjay Bhai's expression turned stern, and he spoke in a firm but gentle tone, "Sakshi, behave yourself. This is the last time.

If you don't inform us and go clubbing again, the consequences won't be good. You need to understand; you need to inform us for your own good, amore."

I nodded, feeling a mix of fear and regret, and said, "I won't repeat it, brothers. Sorry for my behavior." Sanjay Bhai nodded, indicating that the conversation was over.

But Aryan was still seething with anger. He abruptly stood up, his eyes flashing with irritation, and began to walk away.

I called out to him, "Aryan, wait!" but he didn't even flinch. He strode out of the room, his long strides eating up the distance, and headed straight for the car.

I knew he was going to his office, but I also knew he was still fuming. The sound of the car engine roaring to life and the screech of tires as he sped away only made me feel more anxious.

I was left standing there, feeling worried and unsure of how to make things right between us.

Sanjay Bhai put a reassuring hand on my shoulder and said, "Calm down, amore. You know Aryan, he's just more possessive when it comes to your safety. He'll calm down, just give him time."

I nodded, understanding the dynamics between my brothers and me. Sanjay Bhai's words were soothing, and I knew he was right.

Aryan's anger would dissipate with time. We both left for the office in our own cars, the tension slightly diffused, but I knew the conversation was far from over.

Kushal's pov:-

After the intense encounter with Sakshi in my office, I took my car and headed to Ansh's office, where we were scheduled to meet with Atharv and my younger brother Karthik.

As I entered Ansh's cabin, I found them already seated and waiting for me. I knew I was running late, and it was all because of Sakshi's expected visit to my office.

I had anticipated she would come to discuss her deal after i stole it .

As I took my seat, Ansh and Atharv turned to me with a mixture of curiosity and annoyance.

"What the hell, Kushal?" Ansh asked, his tone firm.

"Why did you take her deal?" Atharv added, his eyes narrowing. I knew I had some explaining to do.

I smirked, replying, "Because she challenged me, that's why."

Ansh raised an eyebrow, retorting, "Yeah, and after that, she broke the windows of your luxurious cars!

Everyone's eyes were on me, wondering what I'd do next.

And let's be real, if anyone else had done that, they'd have been dead on the spot. But it was Sakshi, so you backed off and let her do what she wanted." I thought all this internally, trying to maintain a calm exterior.

Ansh continued, "You just stood there, watching her, (everyone's eyes were in shock.) You didn't do anything!"

I rolled my eyes, saying, "Let's get back to work." trying to brush off the tension.

An hour later, I received a voice message from Sakshi, which she had accidentally sent to me instead of her assistant Kyla.

The message revealed she was at a club with Prisha and Ananya. I shared this information with Atharv and Ansh, and Ansh, already aware of their whereabouts, obtained the address.

We drove to the club in one car, with Karthik accompanying us, knowing the girls wouldn't leave without their own vehicles.

Karthik took my car back to the mansion, while Ansh handled a visibly drunk Prisha, clearly irritated by her state.

Atharv escorted Ananya home, and I was left to take Sakshi, the stubborn one, home - a task only Kushal Mishra usually managed.

It seemed I had no choice but to handle the challenge.

I approached Sakshi, finding her heavily drunk and unable to stand.

I felt a surge of anger seeing her in such a state, surrounded by strangers who were ogling her.

Despite my lack of romantic feelings for her, I couldn't help but feel protective - no one should gaze at a woman without her consent.

We argued, with Sakshi yelling at me to leave her alone, but I refused to back down.

I scooped her up in my arms and carried her to the parking lot, where she fell asleep in the car.

I drove her home to her mansion, my mind racing with thoughts of her safety and well-being.

I carried Sakshi in my arms, entering the mansion, where I found Sanjay and Aryan waiting.

Sanjay, one of my closest friends, looked surprised to see Sakshi in my arms, and I realized they were unaware of her night out clubbing.

They approached me, asking, "What happened to her? Why are you carrying her?"

I nodded, ready to explain everything, but first, I gently carried Sakshi to her room, careful not to disturb her sleep, and laid her on the bed.

Only then did I turn to Sanjay and Aryan, prepared to fill them in on the events of the night.

I recounted the entire story to Sanjay and Aryan, and as I spoke, I noticed a mix of emotions on their faces.

Aryan's expression turned angry, likely due to Sakshi's reckless behavior and lack of consideration for their worry.

Sanjay, on the other hand, seemed concerned, probably thinking about his sister's safety and well-being.

After sharing the details, I bid them farewell and left their mansion, heading back to my own.

As soon as I arrived, I went straight to my room, took a refreshing shower, and collapsed into bed, exhausted from the eventful night.

Heyy guys!! So how you liked the part please comment and vote and I would love to known your opinions. As we saw they are rivalry but somewhat kushal has concern for sakshi. Let's see what happens next as Aryan is angry with her sister for not informing.