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After she told him her decision , he looked smug . Like ,he knew what the answer would be . It seemed that , reading people’s mind was his hobby ,or you might say speciality
Most certainly , He thought himself as god ,bloddy wanna be , thought Meerab , fisting her Kurti at her sides .
The world might fear him,cower at the site of him ,but she gave a damn .
While , On the other side of his mahogany table , Mr Murtasim khan kept watching her face with out any expression and warned her with the annoyingly intimidating voice of his
“ Don’t ever think to take advantage of my mother Ms Waqas . She is kind ,soft hearted "
KHAN tilted his chin , again gave her a slow appraisal . Meerab stayed put ,even if she wanted to bolt and run the other way. But was he satisfied being this judgemental so far ? no surprisingly he had more jibes to make .
“if you ever think to cheat her with any of your sob story , you will have to see my more feral side "
Meerab never doubted that . He was anything but soft hearted . One look at him – tall ,lean , powerful man in his mid thirties , older than her ofcourse .
Even the way he was seated on the chair ,with the attitude of a damn king , You can tell with what ruthlessness ,he took control of the KHAN EMPIRE . The stories of big bad wolf was not fantasy at last . Oh ,the example was in front of her .
His nose long ,slanted along his face , looked arrogant .The M- shaped bowing of his lip broke to give tight lipped smile , seeing her rigid form , face as stoic as him .
“ How soon can you leave “
“ Soon ,sir ……”
“ So sure …….”
“ Ji sir “
“ KHAN Mansion is situated far away from here, in Portblair . “
Murtasim stated ,and Meerab nodded , knowing already about it from his mother . It seemed , Mrs khan loved peace . So she has built a house for herself keeping in mind about the beauty and serenity of that place . The other day Mrs khanwas raving about it so much it was impossible not to notice .
And by the way ,He shouldn't show much concern about her departing from this place . Not that she was leaving anything Precious behind . At the most , Meerab would be happy to go away from the painful memories . The more she is away from here ,the better . Her previous stoic face ,showed a flicker of emotions as she furrowed her brows ,lost in some thoughts . And the observant man that he was , KHAN was quick to point out .
“What’s with the expression of deep longing ? I hope , leaving no broken hearts in karachi, Miss Waqas ?”
He sounded strict , almost judgemental . As if she makes one mistake on her part and he would deprive her off this opportunity and throw her out like an insect from his office .
But ,she was determined ,she would do this job . Meerab took a deep breath , looking at his cynical gaze . It was no surprise . The age she was in , many would think she has had strings of lovers ,in past or in present may be . But they were wrong . So very wrong . Her heart still bears the scars of being trampled on . Her boss’s Boss boss must be lunatic to even suggest it . Determined that , She won’t give him the satisfaction of toppling her off her damn guards ,she replied trying very hard not to snap .
“ No ,sir “
She answered with an un-smiling face , though she wouldn’t deny being a little afraid with the man in front . He was fearful to say the least .
Mr Murtasim khan diverted his attention on the file he was reading before. With a pinched brow , His both elbow supported on the table , filled with files ,but still tidy .
Everything he was surrounded by screamed money ,even the Rolex watch he was wearing and the diamond cufflinks on his white shirt . He must have hundreds of them , thought Meerab . Not that she resented him for that ,but just the thought of ,on the other side of his world ,many died of hunger is wh….
“ What are you looking at , don’t you have works to do Ms Waqas . “
Her thinking halted , as without even lifting his head ,he had dismissed her ,with his rude tone of course .
Her cheeks reddened , spreading up to her neck . God , meerab was embarrassed . Without giving another look ,she turned from there . Obviously , he was a chairman of a big company – he had much to do . But basic courstey a girl could expect right .
“ B****d “
Meerab Muttered under her breath . Needless to say ,only when she was out of his hearing range . One day she would give him her piece of mind ,one day ! But she just hoped she just doesn’t have to see much of him to do that .
It was two weeks since she had settled in Portblair . And god it was awesome here . Mam was kind ,too much at that, she feared , Mr Khan was his real son or not .
Yeah she called Mrs khan- Mam , much to the old lady’s dissapointment .
If she could get her way ,she would make Meerab call by her name .
In this case the apple didn’t fall from the tree . Hell it was another tree ! Coz look at both mother and son .
One was so kind to her . While her son so rude and disrespectful
While enjoying her morning laps in the pool overlooking the beautiful sea , Meerab couldn’t help but feel awe of her luck . She got the best job , a kind and thoughtful boss and a beautiful place to live In…
That’s why she put extra effort in her job .To be precise , She has always been dedicated and hardworking ,but now Meerab wanted to be worthy of the facilities and most of all the trust she was getting .
Meerab basked in the beauty of the sunrise. Percolated through the palm trees ,they warmed her face . Meerab smiled . God she loved the peace here . It was as if she didn’t miss karachi at all . A thought quite old scholish ,wasn’t it ? She couldn’t help but remember Mam’s word now .
Flashback
“ You enjoy your time here don’t you Meerab ? Girl as beautiful as you, must be bored out of her wits with the quiet place here . When I offered you the job I was afraid to pull you away from your lover .”
Meerab had taken a long breath before answering her .
“ No mam , I am not at all bored ,in fact I love it here . “
The conviction of her words had been enough to prove it . But the strength of her character had really impressed Mrs khan. So made her a little worried for the young girl . Has something drastic happened in Meerab ’s life to make her like this ? Coz she was too mature for her age . Mrs khanwas old ,she was making her soul here ,but why an attractive girl like her found to enjoy this place more than the excitement of the city , it’s clubs ,it’s vibrancy . Still a mystery !
Thinking to change the topic , Mrs khanhad told her Mr Khan was coming to Portblair . It seemed he visits this place once in a while to check up on his mother .
“ My Murtasim , he is coming you know . “
It was a surprise for Meerab . Would he really come here ? Honestly she was unprepared , their last meeting had left a sour taste in her mouth . But unknown to her hesitation , Uma has another bomb to drop .
“ I really did nt want to warn you Meerab . But the previous secretaries before you ,they all fell in love with my Son “
Meerab was a little confused . What ? all those girl fell with love with him . How ,why …..?
Mrs khanhas chuckled , understanding her state . Thus she explained .
“ Murtasim thinks I give my money to any Tom ,dick and harry with a sob story . Men ,you know they all believe women can’t control their finances . So he always uses his charm on my female employees ,to lure them in . His few smiles and they think , the lion is tamed . Instead its always his plan to control my buisness through them . And like fools they fall on his feet every single damn time, betraying me . I just hope it isn’t the case with you . So I just wanted to give you a…..
“ Don’t worry mam ,I am not even slightly in danger . Just immune to all of it “
Meerab said calmly interrupting her .
Mrs khanwas a little surprised .Not that the answer took her off guard . But the calmness in her eyes and the steel in her voice was convincing , very much at that .
“ I wonder why ? “
Mrs khanmuttered looking at her with wondering eyes .
End of flashback
Meerab came back to the present with a jolt when she heard the sound of helicopter . Must be Mr Khan , Meerab thought . She got out from the swimming pool ,done with her morning laps . Wiping herself down with the towel ,she put the bathrobe over herself .
She took a quick shower she had become ready for her work . It was 9 0’ clock in the morning – she was entering the data in the laptop , when KHAN barged in to her work place . She got up ,not before turning the laptop off . Locked the drawer where the important files were and kept the key in her pocket of her suit . The reaction didn’t go unnoticed by Mr Murtasim khan. His jaw ticked a little .
Dressed in all white ,the devil defied the norm . His first three buttons were open ,
giving a little hint to his chiselled body. Little wet, his hair fell on the upper part of his forehead . So he had come here straight after taking a shower ! Has he even met his Mom ! Meerab gulped ,a little intimidated . But she had to handle him tactfully , Meerab had given her word to Mrs khan.
“ Show me the accounts of my Mother , Meerab ”
KHAN said with a sexy smile . Truth to be told , Meerab now understood why all her predecessors fell for it . And why not !!! the smile gave the hint of attaining something forbidden . When you get The almighty KHAN smiling at you like that – as if you are the centre of his whole universe – it was quite easy to fall for that . But Meerab knew better . Oh it will be fun.
“ Oh , Mr Khan ,the files related to it is in the there “ Meerab said pointing at the wooden cupboard nearby “ unfortunately ,whose key is not with me ,but your mother”
She said calmly . Not at all fidgeting . If life have ever taught her something – it is to look at the storm in the eyes !
“ Go fetch it …….”
KHAN said bending over a little on her table . His hands gripped it at the sides . Such a giant man he is , hovering over her little form thought Meerab . His smile now more suggestive , voice more flirty . Oh he thought she would fall for it , doesn’t he ? There is such a contrast in how he behaved with her not weeks before in his office and now . She would be a fool to fall for this . He was clearly acting .
“ Sorry sir I can’t . If you want it , you can tell Mam herself . And if she allows I will give it to you with out a second thought . “
Murtasim gritted his teeth . Seemingly angered . And thus his façade got over and he warned her with his dangerously cold voice .
“ Listen you obstinate female , I need to see my Mom’s account okay . She is too generous . I want to save her from her own damn heart . “
Meerab was outwardly seeming calm ,but the way he was gripping the table with much more force than required ,she shivered a little ,but didn’t let him see it and replied
“ I can’t give it to you Mr Khan . I can’t betray my boss…
Not letting her complete ,he snapped
“ I am your damn boss ,Miss Waqas . You may be working under my mom ,but you report to me “
He was all worked up . Fuming ,he had now come closer rounding up the table . But she remain put . Meerab had nothing to fear .
“ She can control her own finances Mr Khan . She is a grown woman “
A little defensive about the woman ,who was nothing but kind to her , Meerab took it to defend Mrs khanherself . But it added oil to the fire .
“ You are fired Miss Waqas . Pack your belongings . You are deported to karachiin the next flight “
Meerab sighed . Her not fearing , made him more pissed . Using the cell phone , provided by office ,she called Mrs khan.
First time seeing someone smiling after being fired , KHAN snatched her phone and asked in a irritated tone
“ Whom you are calling ………damn you “
“ Your Mother Mr Khan . Thought to say her good bye “ Meerab said giving him a fake smile . Her hair caught the sunlight , shining a bit .
KHAN threaded his wet hair and cursed making Meerab red with the slang . He turned back . Here she stood and waited watching his black head . But it swung back , controlled ,but his eyes deadly and cold
“ I will never forget this “
It was his parting words to her before he left the mansion in the evening .
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