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Aryan is so concerned for imlie 🥰... He wants to spend time with her and waiting for calls then convincing himself that he cares only for her whereabts and well being...aryan, man u r such a gochu😅..

Hw will imlie react to aryan s the one her frnd is drooling over😂!! him being CEO of BT!! Excited ☺

Originally posted by: Shravani95

Aryan is so concerned for imlie 🥰... He wants to spend time with her and waiting for calls then convincing himself that he cares only for her whereabts and well being...aryan, man u r such a gochu😅..

Hw will imlie react to aryan s the one her frnd is drooling over😂!! him being CEO of BT!! Excited ☺

Yup, ghochu is not interested in love and keeps denying 😀

CHAPTER 5- IMLIE MEETS THE CEO OF BHASKAR TIMES

Imlie couldn't sleep due to all the excitement. Getting to work in the field of journalism was always her dream. She couldn't thank Sita Maiya enough for this. She called her Amma and Dadda and took their blessings too. Whatever she is today is all because of these three forces in her life- Sita Maiya, Amma and Dadda. Her Sita Maiya as she was always kind to her and guided her path, her Amma as she told her the meaning of being strong and never-give-up spirit and her Dadda for fighting against all the odds of the society and teaching her to be a hustler. She will always be indebted to them. She had a heart filled with gratitude thinking she is getting to live her life on her own terms unlike many other girls from her village who were married at a young age and how they had no say in the decisions and direction of their life. Her phone rang when she was lost amidst these thoughts.

" Hi Imlie, ready?I am waiting downstairs"Arya said

" Yes, I am all ready. Coming in 2 minutes"

They took a cab to their new office Bhaskar times. They both chatted all their way how excited and thankful they were to intern at such a reputed firm. The office was huge and had so much security and checks to pass. Finally they were inside and were greeted by security incharge and were taken to the conference room to meet Rohan-their new manager. There were already 6 more interns in the conference room. The company had selected 8 interns for this summer after carefully reviewing hundreds of applications. 4 from Xavier's, 2 from Amity and 1 each from DN Shah and Mirabai college.

" Hello everyone, I Rohan Agarwal, Chief Editor and Delivery lead, Bhaskar times welcome you all. Each year we strive to get the best profiles and train them to be the professionals of tomorrow. This year the applications were more than previous years so the decision was indeed more difficult. You guys are the chosen ones and trust me when I say this- This will become one of the best decisions in your life. Bhaskar Times is not only a reputed company but also cares deeply about its community and its philanthropy work. You will get an amazing opportunity to grow as an individual here. and you are hearing this from a guy who joined as an intern himself 18 years ago. I will go over this deck which will tell you more about our company and the expectations we have from young and talented individuals like yourself. I am being told that our CEO and MD will be joining us for a brief interaction too. Our CEO and MD conduct open interaction sessions with the interns periodically. So let's go over the deck while they join us" Rohan started going over the presentation.

And after 20 mins, they heard a small knock on the door. Rohan went outside and after 30 sec came inside with a group of 5 more people.

Imlie saw Aryan, she couldn't believe her eyes but got very excited that her friend also works here.

"Really? Aryan also works here? Wow. But what he may be doing? Must be something..like a Manager? Nice, very grounded he is, didn't boast at all. I hope I get assigned to his team and we can go for our assignments together, probably he can also learn about some bollywood movies from me" Imlie was excited thinking of how much fun Aryan, Arya and she may have doing their assignments together.

" And he needs no introduction- Meet our CEO Mr. Aryan Singh Rathore"

Imlie was stunned, she couldn't believe what she heard. Really???? Forget his down-to-earth nature and all of that but he is too young to be a CEO. Aren't CEOs supposed to be 25-30 years experienced professionals? He is himself not even 30. What is Rohan even saying?

" Hello everyone, I am Aryan Singh Rathore and I welcome you all to Bhaskar times. Every year we select the best students as our interns and I am sure this year is no different. While I am not involved in the selection and daily activities of interns, I want to assure you that you'll always be able to reach me by email. And he is Mr. Anand Raheja, MD of Bhaskar times. Our teams will stay in touch with Rohan and you'll periodically for your projects. Once again, welcome aboard" and then he saw Imlie. He was shocked. He had absolutely no clue that all this while the internship Imlie was referring to was in Bhaskar Times. He didn't personally get into the process of selecting interns so had no clue about it.

" Welcome guys and wishing you all the best. We will let Rohan continue with his deck" Anand said, looking at Aryan and they exited the conference room.

" Aryan, are we meeting Mr. Desai at lunch?" Anand was Aryan's maternal cousin, he was 2 years older than Aryan. In office, they were through professionals but otherwise they were very good friends.

" Aryan, you listening?"

" Yes, sorry, what did you say? Oh yes, we are meeting Mr. Desai today at lunch"

"Ok, see you then" Anand walked towards his cabin and Aryan towards his. Aryan was not believing this co-incidence, Imlie either. Is the world really that small as they it is?

The presentation with Rohan ended and they were directed towards their assigned seats.

" Did you see, wasn't I right? , that CEO Aryan Singh Rathore is so hot and irresistible. Well his name itself is so boastful- ARYAN SINGH RATHORE as if he was born to be a boss." Arya was so excited like a teenager seeing her crush.

" Shut up Arya. Let's get to work" Imlie was now connecting all the dots how Khushi said he had to squeeze time from his schedule to be at the wedding and her meeting him outside the conference where he would have been the guest speaker Arya described.

Both quickly got busy in their schedules before they thought any further. Only around 5 pm Aryan got free and thought to talk to Imlie. He thought to ping her but wasn't sure if he should ping her on teams, phone or not at all. He wanted to say a quick Hi to her.

He thought to take a walk on the floor that Rohan and the interns are sitting and say a quick hello to her if possible.

" Good evening Sir, you here? Can I help you?" Rohan said as he saw Aryan. Rohan had a cabin on the same floor but was sitting on a desk next to Interns so that he is more approachable for the initial days until the interns get more comfortable. BT didn't take Interns lightly and did all efforts to make them comfortable like any full time employee. No doubt, it was rated as one of the best places to work for the last 7 years.

Imlie turned around and both Aryan and Imlie saw each other as she was sitting on the diagonally opposite desk.

" Actually I thought of discussing with you the findings you sent me from the last survey report" Aryan couldn't find any other quick excuse.

" Sure, shall we move to the conference room sir. I have them ready"

"Yes, let's go" The findings were confidential and couldn't be discussed publicly. Both looked at each other but couldn't say a hello.

After their meeting, Rohan came out and told the interns that they can leave for the day if they wanted. He also reminded them that the company has their townhall tomorrow to present their Q1 results and all of them need to dress formally for the event. It will be followed by a company sponsored lunch where the employees get a chance to interact with the senior officials of the company.

At night when both got sometime to gather their thoughts, both of them weren't sure how they can keep their personal and professional life separate. They wanted to be friends like before but knew how complicated it may be knowing it's a boss-employee relationship too between them now.

Aryan was little irritated thinking of how he couldn't say hello to her when she was in front of him and probably she may have found it rude.

Imlie was thinking if they can be friends anymore knowing Aryan was not an employee but CEO of the organization she is interning at. He had a huge reputation to maintain, he is a big public personality.

Both were lost and don't know yet how to move forward.

NEXT: IMLIE MEETS ARYAN AT THE TOWNHALL LUNCH

Yay, an update! Was waiting for you 🙂!

So now they know ...but they also don't know! Really awkward situation to be in.

Looking from Imlie's POV, she is right as trying to keep professional and personal apart will become blur very quickly.

Aryan also being a CEO must keep a clear line between what happens.

Yikes, awkward..... Now how will turn out as they both seem to be having inner turmoil!

Please do update soon!

Was waiting for you

Wow, great job with your FF👏. I am loving to read it❤️.

After long time mil gayi update😌..

Arylie were shocked to see eo😅.... gadha kahin ka? y didn't he speak to her🤨?.. Boy she will b n hesitant mode since u r her boss so u should approach her first..

Will his cousin like imlie , is this any future plot or i m thinking much🤣...

Originally posted by: Shravani95

After long time mil gayi update😌..

Arylie were shocked to see eo😅.... gadha kahin ka? y didn't he speak to her🤨?.. Boy she will b n hesitant mode since u r her boss so u should approach her first..

Will his cousin like imlie , is this any future plot or i m thinking much🤣...

This reader is very smart…reading between the lines 😂😂

Originally posted by: Fantasylover1

This reader is very smart…reading between the lines 😂😂

So there's scope for my plot😉

CHAPTER 6: IMLIE MEETS ARYAN AT THE TOWN HALL LUNCH

Aryan was in his room and almost done checking the final emails for the day. He dimmed the lights and put on some relaxing music. It was his routine to listen to some good old music before sleeping. He again thought about Imlie, he wanted to talk to her.

"Hi, What's up?" He thought to drop a text first.

Imlie was playing Antakshari(Sing along)with her friends. While she liked to listen to music, singing was her first choice. She loved to sing and dance with her friends during their Antakshari sessions.

He waited for 5 minutes and then called. Imlie had kept her phone on Abha's study table as they had gathered in Abha's room today.

"T it is, you have 1 minute"

"Whose phone is this one girls?"

" It's mine, what happened?"

" You are getting a phone call, Imlie"

" Must be my Amma, give me please"

"Hey, you guys have 15 seconds left" said a girl from the opposite team.

"Tum pass aaye, yun muskuraye, tumne na jaine kya sapne dikhaye. Aab toh mera dil jaage na sota hai, kya karun haaye Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Imlie kept singing. Her mom usually called at this time so she had picked the call without checking the caller name.

“A it is, get going, you have a minute”

“Hello”

"Hi Imlie, I am Ar"

"Aryan? You? How? I mean what happened? I mean Sir" she was shocked, confused and embarrassed. She disconnected the call. She couldn't gather the courage to call him back.

"You are such a bail buddhi Imaliya! Couldn’t you check the name before picking the call? Stupid girl. Aryan I mean CEO sir was on the call and I was happily singing and laughing this side. What he may be thinking?” Imlie was talking to herself as she exited the room.

" What just happened? Why did she disconnect? Why was she singing on the top of her voice?" Aryan was as confused as Imlie. He didn't call again either. "Probably I shouldn't have called her at this time, she may be hanging out with her friends. Not everyone lives a life like me. No worries , I will talk to her tomorrow”

Next morning, the intern bunch was very excited to be a part of the town hall as they would get a chance to meet the big names in the industry. Bhaskar Times was at the top in the industry and indeed had the best talent.

Imlie was excited and nervous at the same time. She wasn't sure yet how she should handle the situation with Aryan. She decided that though it will hurt her to let go of a dear friend, she will have to take this decision in the best interest of Aryan. After all, he has worked hard to reach the top and his position demands a great deal of respect. They can’t be casual friends anymore.

BT had done exceedingly well in the last quarter and the financial results reciprocated. They had gained a significant chunk of market share in the rural areas where they had negligible presence earlier. They would also give awards to the best employees today. What a great year it has been until now.Aryan was happy as finally the company was performing as per his expectations. Amongst all this, he was also waiting to talk to Imlie as he knew today was a chance when all the employees can informally interact with each other.

The senior management shared the results with the team and awarded the best employees for their dedication and hard work. Aryan also shared the mission of the company for the next 3-5 years, the market landscape and the goals the company plans to achieve this year.

During lunch, the employees had gathered in informal groups. Imlie wasn’t wanting to meet Aryan due to the awkwardness as she had Arya and Rhea with her. Rhea was her new intern friend from the other college. She was hot and beautiful. She was already tagged “the good looking intern” by their intern bunch.

Aryan’s eyes were searching for Imlie. He wanted to see her and talk to her. Anand was also with him.

“Hey, the interns team right?” said Anand as he noticed all the interns standing together in a group.

Aryan heard the term “Interns” and turned around. Both of them saw each other.

“Hello sir” almost all of them said at the same time

“Why don’t you guys introduce yourselves? A one liner may be. That day we were little caught up so we couldn't talk much” Anand added.

After 3 of them, it was Imlie’s turn.

“ Hello Sir, I am Imlie. I am from Xavier’s college” She couldn’t somehow look at Aryan

“ Imlie, that’s a unique name” Anand said

“ Sir, I am Rhea Sharma. I am so thankful and excited to get an internship opportunity at Bhaskar times and be a part of this amazing team”

“I am Arya, Sir. Journalism is my passion. Very excited to be here” Arya said looking at Aryan only.

After all the introductions, they started talking about Delhi, their initial days at BT and current trends in the journalism industry. Imlie and Aryan actively participated in the conversations sharing quick glances multiple times.

After around 10 minutes, another team member from senior management joined in and started talking to Anand and Aryan about a project. They excused themselves from the interns group to carry on the conversation.

Imlie quickly turned around and walked towards the exit. Aryan was facing her so could see her walking out. He wanted to talk to her 1:1 but this project discussion was also important.

The employees were allowed to leave early today after lunch. Aryan was also planning to leave early. He quickly wrapped up the conversation with his team and thought to talk to Imlie. He couldn’t find her in the hallway. When he exited the parking for his home, he saw Imlie walking towards the main gate. She was alone. He thought to check if he can drop her to hostel on his way home. Imlie saw Aryan’s car coming from the other side. Before Aryan could reach her, other two girl interns joined her. It was like they were so close yet so far that couldn’t talk to each other.

Aryan couldn’t talk to her today again which made him a little irate which he wasn’t realizing yet. He was used to getting things at his disposal however and whenever he wanted. This situation was different.

Anand was at Aryan’s for dinner. Their houses were close by and Anand never missed an opportunity to eat chicken biryani made by Narmada. Even with all the house help available, Narmada still liked to cook frequently for her kids. They loved her cooking and she always made sure to call Anand if she was making his favorite biryani and aate ka halwa.

“So guys, how was the townhall? Arpita checked. She was a finance major herself and a Director at “The Rathore group of companies”

“We rocked!” Aryan was happy that his loss making business was finally in the right direction. He aimed at nothing but the top in the industry.

“ I always knew you'd be the best. My good wishes are always with my kids here” Narmada always cheered her kids.

“Massi, aate ka halwa is out of the world. You are so so good”

“Yes Maa. It’s perfect. Right sweetness too, I love it when it’s not very sweet, just the right sweet” Arpita loved absolutely anything her mom made and left no opportunity to admire her efforts. She knew their mom waits the whole day to see the smiles on her kids faces and how much contentment she gets out of it.

“That sweetness reminds me we have a new intern in our office- her name is Imlie. So unique name right? People usually keep names like Mithi, Misthi and such but her name is so unusual that it just stayed in my mind” Anand was very casual with his cousins and Massi. He had one sister Maya who was about to get married soon. Looking at them no one could think they are Director, MD and CEOs of a company. They were together a team of very talented yet grounded people.

Listening Imlie's name, Aryan gave a shocked look to Anand. Where did she come from? What kind of connection is he talking about? And when will I be able to speak to her? And why did she leave? Is she avoiding me? Aryan was lost in his thoughts when Arpita interrupted.

"That reminds me guys, we are sponsors of a trade event in Mumbai on the 25th, that's next week. We need to have you both available for a one day conference. It's a leadership conference and C-suite employees are invited for discussion around the changing economic landscape. We need to participate" Arpita had been instrumental in corporate visibility for The Rathore group.

"I am travelling to France tomorrow afternoon and if things go as per plans, I should be back by 24th, so I guess I will be able to attend it" Aryan looked forward to discussions like this with other leaders in same or different industries.

“So we will need 2-3 executive’s that’s you two and you can add one more as the face of Rathore group. Along with that we will need 4-5 employees preferably junior who can help at our desk. Get Rohan to lead that team as he has been quite good in events like these before” Arpita added.

“Why don’t we ask the interns to volunteer for the event and manage the desk with Rohan. He anyways leads their team so should be easier” Anand looked at Aryan for his views on it.

“That’s good idea. We can let Rohan know tomorrow. He can finalize his team and also talk to out travel desk for travel arrangements to Mumbai”

“ Great, I will let Rohan know tomorrow. What time is your flight to France Aryan? Office chalega ya WFH tomorrow?”

“ I have couple of meetings which I will mostly attend from home and then leave around noon for airport”

“ Ok, see you soon buddy! Bon voyage!” Anand said as he got up to leave for his place.

Aryan went to his room. Before sleeping, he was reminded of Imlie. He refrained himself from texting her again and thought to talk to her in person only when they meet next. Possibly after a week, after he is back from France.

NEXT: IMLIE AND ARYAN IN MUMBAI