Suvan FF- Dangerous Trail (Chap28 updated on 10/09) - Page 19

Originally posted by: alina.b

Nice chapter!! I like how Suman is slowly changing - she's bending the rules for Shravan and being more open about her feelings with him.

The case seems to be getting really interesting. I'm still confused about one thing - you said that they were being used as pawns...do mean that Subbu and Saheb already knew that Suvan could have been in danger and used them to lure the bad guys?

>>No it is not Subbu and Sash but Emanuel who used Suvan as pawns. If they would have managed to kill Suvan it would have pressure on NCB to withdraw their people till government ensures security of their people. Government under pressure to keep itself stable would not have been able to look into that aspect so ultimately NCB would withdraw its people with no guarantee of security from govt. This would result in the case being dropped or going extremely slow. I hope it clears.

YIKES...Kavita seems like a possessive future MIL 😆 she reminds me of Dev's mother from KRPKAB. Hopefully she won't cause too much trouble between Suvan.

This is no Ekta Kapoor wala story so she will come around.

Will wait for your next chapter

Nice chapter Sam!

Silly me is dying to read more though😆

Oh no! Is Kavita gonna create obstacles? Waiting for what's in store for us! The case seems to be coming all together now! Waiting for our hero to get better too.

as soothing as the sea breeze

Originally posted by: lturlapati

as soothing as the sea breeze

Thanks for taking time out to read the story ..it does mean a lot.

Chap 26- Celebration

It has been more than half an hour since Suman had come to visit Shravan and Shravan in his happiness had continued blabbering away about TV and its soaps and their bad influence on people watching them like his mother got influenced by them. He had assured his mother that he is fine and since her small business would be affected, he had convinced her to go back home. Shravan noticed that Suman was a little lostin thoughts hardly paying attention to what Shravan was saying. Shravan finallynfrustrated asked “What is that is bothering you Suman”? On hearing hisnfrustrated tone Suman focussed back on Shravan and said “Nothing Shravan, its just that I am tired”. Shravan now a little angry said “Don’t Shravan me , I know you enough to understand that something is bothering you. Its fine if you do not want to share, you can go back home. I am anyways fine”. Suman now felt guilty of behaving the way she had and she saw there was no way out but to spill the beans so she said “ Sash and Subbu called me today. Apparently, the incidence in Karwar has been blown out of proportion because of political dogfights. The local police want NCB to act against its officers for not looping in the police before entering the Fernandez property. They wanted action against both of us but since they did not have evidence against you, so they want NCB to act against me. Subbu says he will try to fight my case, but it will depend. I might get transferred to another zone or maybe suspended for few days. They have a month to do internal enquiry and then they will decide on the course of action”. Shravan was furious when he heard this and immediately started dialling Subbu but Suman was quick enough to snatch his phone away and then she almost shouted saying “This is why I did not want to talk about it to you.I knew this would have been your reaction”. Shravan was taken aback by the furiousness in Suman’s voice. He backed down a little and sat quietly for sometime to calm himself down and think clearly. He was clearly angry that both put their life at risk to get everything and in turn Suman is being rewarded with suspension. Suman looked at Shravan’s sombre face and realized that they both wanted to spend some time together and the current discussion was spoiling that. She cleared her throat when she found Shravan closing his eyes in a bid to control his emotions but not getting a response she slowly moved closer to Shravan and pulling his tight fist in her palms gradually opening them up and locked her fingers with his as Shravan opened his eyes slowly and looked away.“I am sorry about this Shravan. We wanted to have a nice time together,but I spoiled it for us”. Shravan looked at Suman as he felt his heart going out to her and he raised his now better hand and placed it against her cheek.Suman felt his warm palm against her cheek but as Shravan was about to withdraw in case she felt uncomfortable he saw her lift her palm and place it covering his as she bent her head a little to rub herself against the warmth of Shravan’s palm. They sat there unmoving taking comfort in being close to each other as minutes ticked by. After a while Shravan slowly said “Let’s take life as it comes sweetheart. Let’s create beautiful memories as I have always said. I was wrong about losing my cool because I think Subbu and Sash do like you and they will do what is best for you”.

Sash wondered as he sipped his glass of old monk, if they should go faster in the case owing to the political upheaval that it was wrecking. The CM and his secretary were a little pushy to drop everything and focus on this case as SR Reddy was making plans to topple the government and they wanted to put him in a spot by nailing him in the case soon enough. Subbu did not agree that they should put all the staff behind this case because they need to do regional reporting for southern region, and they could not just showcase one drug trail. Subbu was also worried about Suman and he verbalized his thoughts “We need to focus on few things now. We need to find a way out for Suman because this Fernandez and his gang seems to be creating a lot of furore with the help of local police to get the officer suspended. Although I might be able to influence a bit but it might not be possible after a point of time.Then we will be left with only one option to prove the nexus between our TargetE and main target or prove him to be involved in drug dealings. For now,although we strongly suspect E was involved in the plan to kill Shravan and Suman we do not have any direct proof of it”. Subbu sighed thinking about Suman, who had impressed him with her craft and he really did not want to penalize her for something which was not her fault. Sash and Subbu had decided to spend some time at Blue Moon restobar on their way back after their discussion with the secretary and senior officials. They had to rethink their strategy and they wanted to unwind at this not so popular place which offered them a quaint dark corner overlooking the busy MG Road from the 13th floor. Sash looked at Subbu sipping his coke and smiled and said “Subbu you still remain a teetotaller. Do you plan to be the same when you move to US to stay with your daughter”? Subbu laughed at his observation and said “ I am not moving to US permanently with her. She is carrying and we both are going to be with her maybe for a year. Let’s see, I have applied for an early retirement but not sure till it gets approved”. Sash knew he would really miss his mentor,his guide and boss a lot. Subbu brought the focus back to the case and Sash was not surprised as he knew he was a man of few words and a hard core professional“Should we deploy Shravan on the Maoists region to follow the trail there , he has worked in that belt has informers and maybe able to fast track that although we cannot afford to Suman with him as she will be needed to help Saheb to do the ground work. Shravan is sharp and willing to take risks so I am hoping he will be able to get some traction there.” Sash turned sharply to look at him and said, “You know about them!!!”. Subbu smiled “Just because I do not react does not mean I do not see things around me. But I am happy for both. They perfectly seem to complement each other in terms of at least mannerisms and I am glad our Suman seems quite happy”. Sash smiled at that, he never had doubts that his boss was razor sharp. He suddenly recollected something and said “Do you think that girl Saira who was kidnapped is connected to this case? Shravan is pretty worried about her, she has been his long time reliable source and I think he really wants to get the girl out of this profession”. Subbu agreed that given the ground information they had and from her friends what they have gathered, it is a case of kidnapping but if it is related to this case is something they are not sure as we do not have any known connection yet with the kidnappers.

Shravan had been finally discharged from hospital, but he was advised rest for about 2 weeks before he could join back work. Although Shravan had vociferously protested against it but Subbu & Sash had none of it. This was the best time till date for Suvan as Suman was lovingly pampered by Shravan. Shravan had picked up the pots and the pans and thanks to youtube,honed his culinary skills. He was cooking up mouth watering dinners right from chole bathure to bisibelle bhath. Suman loved to complain that he was spoiling her for choices as she was always welcomed to a warm freshly cooked tasty dinner every day when she returned from work. Dinners had become their romantic getaway as they watched movies, played scrabbles, and sometimes something silly as ludo and had good food and had lots of conversations in each other’s arms.Sometimes they would dine out and Shravan would take the opportunity to get Suman to come along with him on his bike. He loved the fact that Suman held to him tightly and rested her chin on his shoulders as they covered unknown roads with the wind blowing against them. Suman also had a smile permanently stuck to her face as she did not remember the last time when she was so being taken care of. She just enjoyed being close to Shravan and the bike rides too as whenever she was driving, which happened often owing to his injured hand Shravan would hold her close and his breath would fan her neck and his arms would be just crossed below her breasts sending a tingling sensation in her lower abdomen. Suman wondered the journey they had made since they met and how comfortable they had become now in each other’s company.

Shravan had finally joined back office and his joy knew no bounds when he joined the team in their early morning briefing. Sash and Subbu had put their new plan into action and as part of that Shravan would move tothe Maoist region to trail the contraband movement there. He would be backed up by Rajesh while Suman and Saheb would team up to crack the pushers to college goers track and the money trail network on the ground. So basically, they would have to know how the drug reaches the college students or who are the pushers and then how do they pay the money and where does it go. The pushers collect the money from the students, or the pizza delivery guy collects it from the customer but how does the money travel then is what they would need to crack.They would need to disguise as customers and try to show interest on buying huge contraband which would hopefully lead to the kingpin or at least the big middleman. They were now entering dangerous trails with the case heading towards its climax. Suman had never felt this way before. She knew the investigation was her profession and she needs to do everything to make it go smoothly from her part but somewhere it hurt to be away from Shravan and although she tried to convince herself that this was something which was expected ,the feeling refused to go away. Shravan could sense her state as he looked at her sitting diagonally opposite to him on the huge mahogany table. He nodded assuring her slightly as Sash smiled catching up on the gesture. Shravan had whisked away Suman on the pretext of work after the meeting. They sipped their filter coffee at a nearby Darshini as Shravan looked on at Suman’s ashen face. He finally reached forward and held her hand and said “I must say I love the fact that you are already missing me and believe me I feel the same and this is why I want to complete what is required of me and come back. Then I promise we will get married”.Suman burst out laughing at that and said “What’s with you and marriage talk.You seem to be pursuing it like an investigation”. Shravan smiled and said“Thank God you are finally back to smiling. Suman you know I will not be reachable because the areas are very remote, but I will call you everyday and talk for long”. He provided a few more assurances before he could finally lift Suman’s mood and return to office. They were in for a pleasant surprise as they saw Saheb distributing sweets. His marriage was finalized, and engagement was ina week.

Wow wow wow a brilliant read!👏 With each passing chapter it's becoming more and more difficult to sit still! Absolutely on the edge of my seat now.

Can't wait for the next. I think Shravan's gonna get hold of a big fish in his visit.

Oh wow amazing chapter, Sam!! I feel so bad for Suman that NCB is taking action against her even though she is not at fault. This was a sweet chapter...Suvan spending quality time together and just being in love. Kinda sad that they will be separated due to work but I hope everything goes well ❤️ distance will make their love deeper. LOL Shravan talking about marriage but Suvan already act like they are married 😆 What a fun chapter!

I have read the last three chapters and I must say every single part was so exciting and well written.👏 It is so beautiful how Shravan and Suman take care of each other. It's a real pity that Suman has to expect consequences although she is not to blame. I hope that all this will be cleared up soon. I am curious about the next chapter. ❤️

Awesome work dear..read all the chapters....just love it....please update soo if possible...

Thnx again for such an amazing story.

Thanks to all those wonderful readers who like and comment on my story to keep encouraging me to write more and better. As the story enters the final leg I welcome the new readers and hugs and blessings for all my existing readers.

This romantic chapter is dedicated to Bacillusbadius who has diligently posted her observations of the story telling me she has been through every detail.

Chap 27 -->Kiss

Things were looking up after a long time and Suman could feel the positive vibes, she thought as she smiled looking at her reflection in the mirror. She had dressed up in a simple white chikankari kurti and churidhar deciding to ditch the jeans today and go full traditional with the jhumkas , kajal and finally the indigo blue jodhpuri dupatta to complete her ensemble. She ran her fingers over the dupatta which had a rustic feel like Shravan’s palms and why not after all he had brought it for her during his trip to Rajasthan. She smiled thinking of how Shravan had not forgotten to get her a gift despite all the mayhem that happened during the trip. It had been a long time since they had gone out post Shravan’s recovery and since most of them were going to attend Saheb’s engagement ceremony in Mysore where the girl’s family stayed , Suvan decided to do some shopping for the occasion. This time Suman had been equally enthusiastic as she wanted to know what Shravan wanted to shop for her. The evening sun was gradually on its way to horizon and the sky was smeared with hues of red and purple interspersed among white scattered clouds. Suman looked at the sky admiring the beauty and when she turned her eyes towards Shravan’s quarters, she noticed a lady with her back faced towards her was talking animatedly to Shravan and from his stance Suman knew Shravan was on the verge of losing his temper. She quickly slipped in her heels and walked towards Shravan as fast as she could when she heard the distinct sugar-coated shrill voice of Devika. For few seconds she stopped unable to decide whether to move ahead or to turn back but one look at Shravan’s pleading eyes Suman walked on her own accord towards him. Devika had noticed Shravan looking behind her and she quickly glanced backwards to notice Suman and in a flash, she lunged forward and pulled Shravan in a hug but this time Suman did not get fooled. She observed Shravan’s hands stuck to his sides and his fingers curving into his palms in a fist. Suman quickly ran to stand next to Shravan who had his eyes closed and slowly took his one hand and started opening his fist and lacing her fingers with his and trying to calm him down. Devika had closed her eyes as she clung to Shravan and had not noticed Suman coming and standing next to Shravan but after a minute when she felt Shravan stiff , she slowly opened her eyes and stepped back . It was then that she noticed Suvan’s joined hands and them standing next to each other lost in each other’s eyes. Devika had to literally clear her throat to bring their attention back to her. She was spitting fire at Suman when she spoke “So , Officer this is how things work at your place , romancing instead of working , you set out to solve a case but instead end up falling for each other”. Suman could not stop herself and she spat “At least we are falling for each other, we are not falling in character just to get some undeserved accolades,at least we are good enough to get that on our merit”. Devika raised her hand to slap Suman when Shravan held her hand and said “Do not dare to touch her Devika. Let’s not create a scene here. Look its not like you were in love with me, you & I both know this was a farce and I cannot keep it up anymore. I am tired Devika of your blackmails, of your threats. If you feel you have the power to throw me out of police force, please do that but please I do not want to be your arm candy anymore”. Shravan lovingly turned towards Suman and smiled and said “I have found someone who has made me feel loved, feel wanted, she is mine and just mine and I am hers and just hers. I wish you find someone who can show you the meaning of love, how deep it is, how soul searing it is. We have been through life and death situation and I have realized what Suman means to me and I wish you also find your Shravan someday”. Devika looked shocked and paled. She tried once again to make her pitch, but this time Suman said “Shravan has already said what he wanted to. Please understand and leave us alone.” Saying so, she pulled Shravan with her towards his bike as both set on their shopping date leaving a fuming Devika behind.

Shravan was a little lost as they reached the shopping mall and Suman was not surprised. As they sat at a CCD outlet and Suman got for them two cups of coffee with extra cream for Shravan, the way he likes it, she asked him if they should go back. Shravan realized that he was spoiling their time together because of someone not worth their time. He looked up and smile at Suman and pulled her to sit next to him and as they sipped their coffee he said “No Suman, we should not let some Devika decide our day. We wanted to enjoy our day so let’s do that. I will not lie to you that I am a little worried that she is very spiteful, and she might try to harm my career”. Suman placed a comforting hand on his shoulder and said “No Shravan, you should stop worrying. Subbu is already looking at taking you under his fold and you are good at your work, so believe me your fear is not justified. Apart from Subbu, your Greyhounds boss has also given a very nice feedback for you so you have people to support you, she will not be able to do anything”. After a little more assurance, Shravan’s spirits were finally lifted, and Suman was glad that he was back to his flirtatious self. Suman had perhaps forgotten what was having fun since her Satya Bhaiya had left for college. Shravan today had brought out the child in her and he himself had behaved like a kid forcing Suman to go on a ride in the giant wheel at some random Meena bazaar, going to puppet shows, panipuri competition, shopping like crazy and finally lapping it up by digging into tubs of ice-cream.

Although their date was somewhat disturbed by Devika’s intervention, but both had decided not to look back and not to ponder over what happened. Shravan was surprised and happy with Suman’s reaction with Devika and spent most of his day dreamily looking at Suman’s smiling face as she enjoyed panipuri or excitedly held him on the giant wheel screaming her lungs out. Suman had never shopped this much even when she had been with her family but Shravan had taken entire shops down to get the perfect dress for her. She was tired but her heart wanted more as both sat in a quiet corner of a small café sipping their chilled lemonade and gazing at the full moon dancing along the clouds. Both did not want their day to end that although their legs were tired, their heart and soul wanted to drench more.

Few days later the group including Sash, Kaveri and their daughters drove to the beautiful palace city of Mysore. Saheb’s in-laws belonged to the farming community and they had hosted a very modest and warm welcome for their guests. Rajesh, Anish and Shravan teased Saheb to breaking point as he tried to tuck in his bulging waistline as much as possible for the cameras. Suman and Kaveri could not stop admiring the demure, dark beauty Sharada as she sat among her cousins wearing a magenta kanjeevaram bordered in purple and gold loaded with all family jewels. She had a spark of uncanny humor with eyes full of childlike mischief. Suman agreed with Kaveri that she will bring in the lovely mess in an otherwise organized life of Saheb. Soon it was time for the ceremony and the couple stood amongst the horde of guests who were busy clicking selfies with them before they could get a fleeting couple moment before exchanging the rings. Shravan had his eyes throughout all the ceremonies only for Suman and she was happy with the attention she was receiving. She had taken a long time to get dressed up and she herself could not recognize her image in the mirror. She had worn a full length white anarkali with extensive gold and red embroidery. Suman recollected how Shravan had chosen this for her and the dilemma he was into when he had selected it. He had chosen another beautiful combination of colors but it had an open back and he knew Suman would be uncomfortable with it so though Suman insisted that she would wear it if he likes but he had declined and bought another one. Suman had fallen more for the man who surprised her every moment with his love for her.

The ceremonies were over and the couple finally had some, we moments as the guests proceeded for lunch. It was a simple homely lunch with the traditional food of the region including neer dosa , bisibele bath, medu vade and whole lots of varieties and finally wrapping it up with holige and mysore pak . Suman had never had the authentic tasty vegetarian food of Mysore so she had lapped it up with gusto and Shravan always a foodie had eaten double the quantity looking at Suman's smiling face as she sat opposite to him with Kaveri in the ladies row. Kaveri had not missed on the opportunity to tease Suman till she was red till her ears. As the evening rolled in it was a departure from the traditional to the genX stepping up to celebrate the engagement of their eldest cousin in their way. Sharada’s cousins had arranged for a party in a nearby place resplendent with DJs , drinks and dance. Suvan and the entire NCB team had a fantastic time given that they had been slogging their asses off on the case now. Shravan had not left Suman’s side throughout and they had danced like there was no tomorrow. Even Kaveri had joined in to shake a leg surprising Suman as she was known to love to sit in a corner and have cocktails rather than getting on the dance floor during parties. The clock struck 8pm and many of them decided to leave because they had to reach back Bangalore to join back to work the next day.

With few couples remaining the DJ started playing some slow numbers specifically for the couples. Shravan pulled Suman on the dance floor despite her protests and pulled her in to himself as they started swaying to the slow numbers. Suvan were lost in each other’s eyes as they swayed along the beats with Suman throwing her arms around Shravan’s neck and Shravan holding her gently by her waist. Suman had lost herself in Shravan’s eyes which held fathomless love for her but for a small collision with a couple dancing next to them brought her back to reality. The meaning of the song now reached Suman’s ears as she started absorbing it in

Main Rahoon yah na rahoon

Tum mujhmein baki rehna…

Kisi rozbarish jo aye samajh lena boondon mein main hoon

Subah dhupjo tumko sataye samajh lena kirno mein hoon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dp6lbdoprZ0

Shravan twirled her around as her indigo blue evening gown sashayed around her and Suman slowly landed back in Shravan’s arms. Shravan noticed now her eyes glistened with unshed tears and her face held an emotion he could not decipher.Before Shravan could understand what was it Suman had broken into a run and had left the dance floor. Shravan ran after her but she was already out of the main party area. After quite an exhaustive search Shravan finally located her in the garden hiding behind a small tree. Shravan quickly reached her and turned Suman around and was flummoxed to see her crying. He had seen her quite happy throughout the wedding and even during the dance, so he was not sure what happened all of a sudden. Suman refused to look up and Shravan had to place a finger below her chin to lift her face up as he gazed into her eyes still having remnants of the tears. He questioned with his eyes what went wrong but without saying anything Suman hugged him tightly almost crushing his bones and then he heard her whisper near his ears “ I was so close to loosing you Shravan when you were alone in Rajasthan. I love you so much”. It then struck Shravan,that the lyrics of the song had triggered this reaction in Suman and he had mixed feelings. Shravan understood the emotion that he had seen in Suman’s eyes was fear, fear of losing him and with the fact that he was now moving to the Maoist belt her fear was back. He was happy that Suman felt so deeply about him,but he was sad that if someday something happens to him, how will Suman handle herself.

Suman pulled herself back and looked at Shravan’s eyes drowning herself in his black orbs as Shravan’s throat clogged trying to explain her that it was just a stupid song and he would always come back to her and even if he does not or she does not they should create loads of memories to be with each other always. Suman nodded slightly and softly said “ You are right I should not hold back what I feel for you”. Saying this Suman wrapped her hands behind Shravan’s neck before lifting herself a little on her toes and brushing lightly her cold soft lips with his rough warm ones. Shravan was surprised at that and he smiled a little and Suman then surprised him further by kissing lightly along the side of his mouth before tugging at his lower lip by pulling it in between her lips trying to make Shravan open his mouth. Shravan felt he was in seventh heaven as he had never expected Suman to make the first move. He gladly gave in lifting Suman off her feet and letting her take control as she delved deeper into the crevices of his mouth deepening the kiss. They fought for dominance as their tongues swiveled trying to reach deeper and deeper till they were breathless. As they came up for air Shravan noticed the glazed expression that Suman had with her lipstick smudged and hair disheveled with all the tugging and pulling. Shravan could not hold back the urge to kiss again and this time he pulled Suman towards him and angled her head and captured her lips in a slow passionate kiss compared to the hungry one they had a minute ago. Their lips were swollen and both their emotions and hair in a mess, so they decided to head back to Bangalore instead of going back and answering embarrassing questions which were sure to come looking at their state and absence for a long time.