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Part 6:
Two weeks had passed. Geet and Meera were at the airport waiting for Meera's flight to take off. They had already bid thier farewell to Pinky three days ago. Everything was going so fast that they hardly had time to breathe.
As they were sitting and chatting about the good old times an announcement was made for all the passengers who were boarding the same flight as Meera to report to security check-in. They exchanged a warm hug and then Meera proceeded towards security check-in, ready to start a new life.
Geet was lost in thought on the way back to her hostel.Her bags too were packed since she had for Delhi the next day. Meera and Pinky were gone and Geet was left alone for the first time in 3 years. But she could not go back home since her orthodox family would get her married to a boy from another orthodox family and then her very existence would be lost, like most of the women in her village. Convincing her family to do a job was next to impossible, but thanks to her Papaji, she was given few months to work. She loved her family, but she could not compromise as yet. She wanted a chance to experience life before she could get married according to her family's wish.
The word marriage brought to her mind a face she did not want to remember and yet her mind would refuse to conjure up any other image. She often asked herself what right she had to think about a person as great as him? Of course he had helped her and then that kiss had happened, but it was a spur of the moment and he had apologized. He probably wouldnt even remember her if she met him now. Harbouring feelings for a man whom she hardly knew was not wise and hence she decided to subdue her feelings totally. Anyways she had her new job to concentrate on and after gaining some experience she would move on to greener pastures.
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The next day she arrived at Delhi and checked into a working ladies hostel. The very first day she came to know something very important. In big cities like Delhi people didnt have time for themselves, forget others. So she had to find her own way. For example the other inmates in the hostel barely spared a glance before rushing off to thier respective work places.
Geet rested for a bit and then began unpacking and arranging her room. When her eyes fell on the torn red suit which she had worn for the graduation day, she was taken back to the day he saved her from the goons. Which man risked his life for a mere stranger was the question she asked herself several times. There was not a day when she did not pray to Babaji to give him good health, long life and protect him from all harm and danger.
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The next day Geet got ready and went to her work place only to find that the company looked like it was in a closedown with people shifting huge cartoons out of her place. Babaji! this was not happening to her. The company just gave her a job and now it was closing down?
She entered the company where she was ushered inside the office to mee the manager. The manager, a middle aged, pleasant looking man asked her to take a seat.
"Ma'am, i know how you must be feeling to be coming for work the first day and finding that the company has been taken over by some other company. We did not want to sell the company, but it incurred a huge amount of loss within a short span of time and we were forced to hand over the company to the stakeholders. If it is any consolation to you, the company which has taken over ours has offered a job to every employee working here. So you need to go to the new company. Here is the company's address. "
Geet thanked the manager and got out of the office. Nothing was going well for her. Maybe it was a sign that this kind of a life was not meant for her and that she had to go back to her family. With tears in her eyes she saw the address of the company she was to be heading to, and boy was she in for a shock? Khurana Enterprises in bold black stared back at her. Was it the same Khurana? Could it be his company? There could be other Khuranas! Wasnt it right? His brothers could be handling other branches and Khurana's was such a huge corporation that it was impossible for one man to handle the empire and didnt the principal say that he was mostly abroad and anyways it was not like he would even spare her a second glance admist thousands of employees working for him.
With that thought in mind she proceeded towards the company in a cab but her heart refused to stop it express pace. As the cab entered the premises, all Geet could was gape at the company campus. Gorgeous was not the word. Everything about the corporation screamed money. She was gripped with nervousness. Would she get a job in this big a company? She had her own doubts. She entered the building and proceeded towards the receptionist.
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Maan was pacing around the cabin like a cheetah ready to prowl on its prey. Boy! He was waiting for this day from God knows when. And the first part of his plan was heading towards its finish point. He had been to that sinking company and adviced them that he would spare thier company if they gave a job to a girl named Geet Handa. As soon as he heard that she had accepted the job, it was a final blow to them. He took over that company in a blink of an eye and warned them against speaking to anybody about Geet Handa. So now here he was waiting for the sacrificial lamb to walk in. He was pleasantly surprised as to how fast his plans were becoming effective. In India, money spoke volumes. Feed some money and the work was done.
Soon his second plan would come into action but before that he had to see her once. The wait was killing him. He was not used to waiting for a woman, but ofcourse this one was special. Very special, in fact so special that his peace of mind depended on how fast she would be destroyed. Within a few months his father's murderers would burn in the fire of thier own doings and his father's soul would at last rest in peace.After that he was never going to come back to India. Anyways he was an American and he missed his numerous girlfriends throwing themselves at him and he loved kicking them out of his life. Since coming to India he didnt have much of a chance at entertainment but then the wait was worth it. He would make sure that he was satisfied to the maximum extent.
Just then he heard a knock at the door. With a victorious smile he took his seat and asked the person outside to enter.
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Geet submitted her documents. She went through various procedures where she was tested based on her capabilities. Once they were satisfied they gave her a joining certicate staing that she could join the company. She was recruited to the sales and marketing department. Once all the formalities were completed she was asked to meet the chairman and M.D of Khurana empire.
She did not ask for the name. She somehow knew who he was. She did not know how to face him as an employer gave her directions to his cabin. Summing up all the courage she had, she knocked on his door.
"Come in! she heard a deep accented voice and that very voice made her go weak in her knees. She entered to find him looking at her with surprise. Babaji! he looked so handsome. She let out a silent prayer to help her out in this situation.
"Geet, what a pleasant surprise! How come you are here?" Maan asked pretending surprise.
"Sir, i was appointed by the company which your company recently took over and they directed me here. Since i passed through the tests, i was given an appointment letter and asked to meet you." Geet tried her best to be calm, instead it came out as a rumbling.
Maan got up from his seat and came close to her. Geet instinctively took a step back.
"Geet, please do not get scared of me. You had a look of surprise when you entered my cabin and i'm sure you did not expect to find me here. Isnt that the reason why you did not come to my company for the interview? I know you havent forgiven me for the incident which occured in my suite and trust me, i too feel guilty. If you are still feel awkward i wont force you to work for me. Infact i'll get you a job at any other company you want." Maan picked up the phone and pretended dialing some numbers when he felt a soft hand holding his hand. He looked up to find her staring at him with those mesmirizingly beautiful brown eyes.
"Sir, i'm sorry. I was feeling a bit awkward but now i'm really happy that i've got a job here and i'm glad to work for you. Pease do not take offence. I should consider myself very lucky to be working with you. Thank you once again for giving me the job." Geet smiled at him and he shook her hand making her go all shivery. The warmth of his touch spread throughout her body, touching her heart. He was different and everytime she met him, her feelings only increased.
Maan reluctantly left her hand and wished her luck for the job as Geet looked like she would be the happiest to leave this place.
That was easy! Maan thought as he stood near the window, looking at the city. She really wanted to work with him and that was some progress. He picked up the phone, dialled a number and instructed the head of the markting department to do as he was told.
After he dropped the phone he whispered to no one in particular, Geet! i cant let you off so easily. I have plans for you and you will love it.
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Geet was given instructions and work piled up on the very first day. By the time she understood what exatly her job was, it was already 7pm. She was about to leave when her boss asked her to go through some files and do a report.
Geet was just too happy to refuse. Her heart was pounding with joy. She was working for him. She was working for her saviour, her hero, the man she admired the most. He knew that she felt awkward and he offered her a job elsewhere. Like she would take any other job once she saw him! And to top it, her salary was awesome. Three times the salary she was offered at that sinking company. The day which started out on a bad note was turning out to be awesome.
As she was working she did not notice that it was past ten. Only when the security informed her that the building was going to be closed did she realize the time.
She started panicking. First of all she did not know the place, to top it her family would kill her if they came to know that she was out of the hostel at this time of night. She exited the building but did not know where she could find a taxi. She asked the security gaurd where she could find a taxi and he asked her to walk further down the lane.
She was scared and the lane was lonely. That night's events were still fesh in her mind and fear began to grip her. Suddenly a huge black car stopped in front of her and she jumped back, closing her eyes in fear. She wanted to run but her legs were frozen. She felt somebody touch her shoulder and she let out a scream only to find a hand close her mouth.
"Geet! It is me. Are you alright?" he asked and Geet opened her eyes once again to find her saviour. Instinctively she hugged him out of fear and relief. He soothed her hair until she regained her composure.
Slowly she came out of his embrace, embarrased to the core. Here she was, again throwing herself at him. She was definetely losing it.
He placed his finger under her chin and made her look up into his eyes. Oh, she looked beautiful when fear filled her eyes. "I'm sorry to have scared you. But what are you doing here so late at night?" he asked with concern.
Geet hesitantly told him that it was late when she left the office and she was trying to find a taxi.
"I will drop you home." he said and she looked at him in awe.
"Thank you sir, but i'm sure i'll fnd a taxi soon. I do not want to disturb you." Geet replied.
"It will be a pleasure dropping you home, and besides i would not sleep out of worry if i left you to find your way in this unknown city. I insist dropping you home." Maan opened the door and gestured her in.
Throughout the journey they were silent. It was a comfortable silence with Geet stealing glances at him. Soon they reached Geet's hostel. Geet just managed a thank you before getting out when Maan held her hand and made her stop.
"Geet, i wanted to tell you something. I dont believe in destiny, but you getting a job in my company despite you decling it has some significance. It feels like we are destined to work together. Thank you once again for joining my company. I'm so happy to know that a talented girl like you is working for Khurana corporation. See you tomorow. Good night!" Maan squeezed her hand gently and Geet couldnt help blushing.
She murmered goodnight and made her way to the hostel. She just fell on her bed thinking of him. How could somebody be so nice and down to earth? All thier meetings flashed before her mind and she his her face under the covers. She was falling in love and she couldnt help it, she thought with a blush.
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Maan was smiling throughout his way home. Geet was a simple girl so easy to deal with. And by the look in her eyes, he knew she was impressed. All he had to do was ask the marketing manager to load her with work so that she would be late. Wow! Didnt her hand feel incredibly soft? He wondered how the other parts of her body would feel while under him. He couldnt wait to find out and he would surely find out soon.
He entered the mansion and went up to his room, ignoring Daadima who was waiting for him. He hated people displaying thier emotions to him. He did not know how to reciprocate and even if he did know, he wouldnt react, so they were wasting thier time. Once he was done with his task in India, it would be bye bye to Daadima, he nooded his head in agreement o himself as he dived into the swimming pool.
Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki
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