New FF *A different Love Story* Pt11 Pg 23 - Page 14

Originally posted by: JulieD

Aarti... Aarti... my dear Aarti..., your chapters are far too short!!!😆😉 But great job I am enjoying your story and I hope we get the next chapter soon.😃

Originally posted by: octopie

Aww ! lovely chapter, Aarti ^-^ everything looks to fit together ^-^ and love new scenes about Vickram and his dealing with the factory and whatnot other than his scenes with Sugni (which are very sweet, by the way, hehe) ^-^

I love how you describe Vickram's nights too - what he's going through, sleepless and all ... it seems very real !

and the scolding is funny, hehe. 😳

keep it up ! am too looking forward to the next chapter ^-^

Originally posted by: M0uNi

Wow! It's said that more delicious is the food, less tough to find the way to boys' heart 😆 I'm seeing it here 😆
Waiting to see Sugni growing from Vikram's P.A to "Priye" 😆
Anyway, the story is progressing great. Good to see Rohit also in love...Boss's impact 😉
Hope, this Sanjhana willn't create much harm for our loving SugVi..looking forward to next part.

And above all, thumbs up for you Aarthi for shaping it so beautifully.Great job dear!

I have tried to keep this part long & hope you all like it... do leave your comments...

Part 8 --- Vikram Hires Sugni

Vikram looks on as sugni opens the haveli gates and comes inside.She was the sight he wanted to see the most he realized with some degree of shock.She was wearing a simple green & red salwar.Her hairstyle was different today,she had let her hair loose & Vikram had a strong urge to touch them and see how they feel against his hand.Small curls of hair were playing on her face which she kept pushing aside.All in all she made a perfect picture on a perfect morning making him feel smile and he thought he couldn't have asked for more.

Sugni too had a restless night after Vikram dropped her home.She could still feel his arms around her waist, she had never felt like this before & how would she when she never had any acquaintance with any opposite sex. Vikram had been the first man she had met who had treated her & her mom with some respect, her mom couldn't stop praising him after meeting him last night. He was a Thakur unlike any other & that was what drawing her towards him. She knew he would not care to look at her twice but she was beginning to like him & wanted to see him, be near him & be of any help to him. Add to the cue today morning she was thinking of an excuse to come to the haveli when she had come across a consignment truck looking for the directions to the haveli. She and champa offered to show them the way to haveli. She knew this feeling to see him was not right and had somehow convinced herself to return right back home from the haveli gates but one look at Vikram Thakur in his track suit changed her mind and she found herself pulled towards him and her feet automatically carried her into the haveli gates.

Vikram smiled & moved towards her.

Good Morning Sugni how come you are here so early.

Sugni held onto his beautiful voice & thought he is such a well mannered person.

Sugni – Good morning Sir. A consignment had come for your factory & they were looking for the directions to the haveli so we came along with them to show thee way.

Vikram – Thanks a lot sugni… Rohit… Rohit…

Vikram turned to find Rohit staring at champa unblinkingly. He shook Rohit's shoulders and got him out of his trance. Sugni observes that Rohit & Champa are lost looking at each other and Champa was blushing. Rohit apologises & immediately leaves to take care of the consignment. Sugni turns to leave when Vikram calls her.

Sugni wait… I want to speak with you.

He came down the main portico alighting the few steps and stood right in front of her. Sugni suddenly felt nervous as he was very close to her and she could smell his after shave.

Vikram – Come with me for a moment inside.

He turned towards champa and asked her to wait for sometime in the hall and then asked sugni to follow him to his study upstairs.

In study Sugni sat across the table from Vikram.

Vikram – Whats your qualification

Sugni who was getting nervous as to why Vikram wanted to speak to her privately felt relieved but at the same time confused.

Vikram waves his had in front of her and says – Sugni I am asking you something.

Sugni – Bcom sir.. I am a BCom graduate

Vikram – what was your percentage

Sugni – 90%

Vikram – So you must be good in accounts, finance?

Sugni didn't understand where this conversation was heading but nonetheless replied – Yes Sir

Vikram – What about computers and typing

Sugni's face fell as she replied – I know typing sir as we had typing classes but no one here owns a computer so never got a chance to learn or use it.

Vikram – That's not a problem I will be able to teach you.

Now his reply confused her further when she said – You will teach me??? Means??

Vikram smiles and says – Yes I will teach you becoz I am appointing you as my personal secretary from today.

Sugni gives a shell shocked expression to Vikram and at the same time he could see she was hurt which surprised him.

Vikram – Sugni whats the matter… why are you hurt?

Sugni – Sir I never knew you would mock at me like this… How do I deserve this job… you are making fun of me right.

Vikram – No Sugni I am serious.

Sugni – Comeon sir… you don't even know me or my ability and you are offering me a job out of nowhere. If this is your way of thanking me for those small helps I did since you came to this village then I am sorry I cant take anyone's charity or favor.

Saying so she heads towards the door and opens it. Vikram comes and stops her from going out and pins her to the wall. Sugni is shocked at his action and looks at him teary eyed. Vikram feels his heart may rip seeing her in tears and leaves her. He turns away and calms himself. He knew by offering her a job he wasn't doing a favor to her and he wanted to explain it to her. He turned towards her and said

Pls sugni allow me to speak first then you can decide.

Sugni decides to hear him and sits on the nearby chair.

Vikram continues – I came to this village with a big plans sugni to restore my father's factory and fulfill his dreams. You may not know but my business is big and I am usually very very busy and I need a secretary who can take care of my calls,mails,meetings etc. I have a secretary back in city but can you believe when I asked her to come and work here for few months she refused becoz she isn't used to village life. Rohit tried to hire others but no one was willing to come here. That's when I thought of you… Whatever small interactions I have had with you I found you to be sensible,intelligent and most importantly someone I can trust. This factory is not just a business for me but its very close to my heart. I want someone who can help me in this, whom I can trust and when I am busy in other work they can take care of this work. That's the only reason I am offering you the job becoz I felt somewhere you can understand me and my feelings about this factory & you are from this village and you know how things work here. If you accept this job it will be mutually beneficial… you will get a job & good salary and I will get some reliable person. You are free to think and decide Sugni I wont force you.

Saying so Vikram went and stood next to the window. Sugni sat pondering. There was nothing wrong in what Vikram had told her just now. God knows she needed a job desperately. Her mom's health was not good and she was due for a knee surgery but she kept postponing it due to lack of money. She had plans to go to city to find a job but now when Vikram Thakur was offering her a job here itself only a fool can reject it she thought.

Sugni – Sir I must apologise to you for misunderstanding you…

Vikram turned to look at her * gosh she looked so beautiful*

Sugni continued – I was skeptical becoz I have no prior experience or any knowledge but if you are sure I am the right person for this job then I will gladly accept it * she smiles*

Vikram feels elated & says – I know sugni being a fresher you will be scared of this new work. But don't worry I have full confidence in you and Rohit & I will be with you to guide you.

Sugni smiles & feels happy that he has so much confidence in her. Suddenly she felt responsible & decided to do hard work and live upto his expectations.

Sugni – I am thankful sir that you are showing so much faith in me.

Vikram feels relieved, he was dreading that sugni may refuse his offer. He still couldn't understand what had made him offer her the job on the spot but the prospect of spending everyday with her suddenly made him happy and filled his heart with joy.He knew he was treading on a dangerous path but couldnot stop himself. He sat infront of her & said – Lets talk about your salary. Initially your salary will be Rs.15,000/- per month then after 6 months you will be getting hike.

If sugni was shocked she did well to hide it.

Sugni – Rs.15,000 ?

Vikram – Yes whats the matter you expect more?

Sugni – No no Sir… Its just that you are paying me too much salary.

Vikram little sterly – Look sugni I am the boss here so I will decide the salary * and he smiles at her easing her tension* Sugni this is the standard salary we pay so don't worry I am not paying you more and mind you your work will be hectic and stressful.

Sugni said confidently – I am ready for the challenges sir.

Hearing this Vikram knew that he had made the right choice.

Vikram offered his hand for a shake & said – I welcome you to our company and wish you lots of success.

Sugni gladly shakes his hand & says – Thank you sir and I will strive hard to live upto your expectations.

Sorry for the late reply, just read part 7 and 8.