The Colour of Love - FF #2 Link to Thread 3 Pg 124 - Page 75

Asad was picked up by Ayaan and Tanveer as soon as he walked out Tanveer ran up to him hugging him.Llooking at his brother Asad drew his hand out and placed it on her back. To say Ayaan was disgusted with what he saw was an understatement he knew that his brother had little choice and needed to play the part but he couldn't help feeling guilty like he himself was betraying Zoya.

With Tanveer holding him close Asad walked up to Ayaan and shook his hand 'what's the plan' 'I need to go to the office, tell Aman to meet me there, you go straight to the venue double check the designs and make sure the models have been debriefed' Asad carried on talking as they walked to the car. 'Tanveer, I need you to stay with me' Asad looked at Tanveer trying hard to keep distance but it was no use Tanveer would only hold his hand and pull him closer 'of course baby where else would I be' she said stroking his cheek. Ayaan cringed as did Asad but for now they had to put up with it.

Asad didn't waste any time the minute he entered his office he engrossed himself in his work, it was actually quite amazing how he managed to keep on top of everything, when it came to his professional life he was ruthless he never missed a thing, which is why he was beyond himself when he found out about Tanveer.

'Tanveer, I will be going over the finances for the last quarter I need you to bring me every hard copy file we have' he didn't fail to see how quickly Tanveer's eyes shifted, she stood up looking on edge 'of course' she smiled as she left the room.

Tanveer entered her room 'crap...why does he want to see them now...he is sure to find out' she paced her office debating with herself on what to do. She went to her desk and dialed a number 'yeah it's me...no everything is still going to plan, the only thing is that he wants to through the finances...no of course not...we will have to bring forward our original plan. I will cover the last three contracts and highlighting them as pending. Once fashion weeks kick starts he will be too busy to even notice and by the time he does I will be long gone' Tanveer disconnected the phone smiling to herself. She had never forgotten the humiliation the pain that she had felt when Asad continuously rejected her; she had spent a lot of time planning on how to get him back for what he did.

When she found out about his new branch being opened in New York it was the perfect opportunity to conveniently bump into him. She gave him the biggest sob story and secured a job for herself she slowly started to leak information to rival companies, she managed to steal merchandise and sell it privately and when she had won the full confidence of her employer and given access to funds she stole to her hearts content. What made it so much better was that Asad had started to fall for her charms even though this is what she had always wanted to be standing next to AAK arm in arm the financial reward she was gaining was a lot bigger and a lot better.

The last three deals that had been signed with AAK Designs were worth a total net of 2.4 million dollars, which was way more than she was able to take out over the last three years. All she needed was two more days, the contracts would have been sent out she would get Asad to sign the final agreement and then the checks that will be marked as pending will have cleared into her account. It was a full proof plan, little did she know that nothing is full proof when it came to Asad Ahmed Khan, he knew exactly what she was up to and by playing the part of her love interest it only made it easier to be one step ahead of her.

Tanveer came in with the file Aad had asked for as he was about to open it she moved her hand over his to close it as she did she leaned in inches away from his face 'what's the rush sweetheart how about we take a break' she leaned in further to kiss him Asad moved back in his seat he tightened his fist trying hard to keep his expressions neutral 'I never mix business with pleasure...we have plenty of time to take as many breaks as you want for now I need to get back to this' Tanveer tensed she smiled at him trying to maintain a cool look 'ok you're the boss' she said in an unusual high pitch tone 'Asad, before you start going through...all this I need you to sign the final agreements for the last three contracts' Asad smiled knowing very well what was going to take place 'of course have them sent to me I'll sign them'.

'Dammit' he shouted as he sat back in his chair in his frustration he called Ayaan 'Ayaan I need this to end its driving me insane, I swear she comes near me one more time I'll forget she is a woman' Ayaan tried calming his brother down he could understand his plight he only felt like this because of Zoya. 'I had her phone tapped everything depends on me signing the agreement, once she has that she will have what she wants...she forgets who she is dealing with. I want you and Aman to meet with the contractors as far as she knows the checks will clear into her account. I want them cancelled you can tell the contractors to transfer the money from their accounts directly into ours. And Ayaan I want her followed I want her every move watched from the minute she leaves this building' Asad was seething in anger his whole face had turned red he needed to calm down re compose himself, he went to wash his face with cold water as he did he heard his phone vibrate. It was a message from Zoya seeing her name instantly brought a smile to his face which was quickly followed by a sense of calm and peace. He looked at his watch it was gone midnight what she still doing up he thought to himself instead of texting her back he decided to call her.

'What are you doing up so late' he asked as soon as he heard her answer. 'Missing you' she answered honestly making Asad smile 'as soon as this is over I will take the next flight out' 'Asad, when is the earliest you can come...I mean is there any way you could come before next Wednesday' 'Wednesday? What's happening then' he asked 'nothing was just wondering'. Asad continued to talk to Zoya until she fell asleep, she tried asking him about Tanveer but he kept brushing her off knowing too well he couldn't divulge too much information without upsetting her.

Feeling content that Zoya was ok and now fast asleep he got back to matters at hand. As Asad started going through various files he realised that there were several pages missing out of so many only a small number of invoices were complete. He went out to see Tanveer but couldn't find her, he walked up to reception and asked of her whereabouts only to be told she had left fifteen minutes ago. Asad's anger reached boiling point he quickly called Ayaan she has gone Ayaan, I need to know where she is' 'don't worry, my men are on to it...please just relax the opening of the show is at seven I need you to be here soon' without responding Asad disconnected the phone.

A strange silence surrounded him you could almost hear his heart beating which was accelerating by the second he shook his head in agitation he walked up to his desk and looked out to the sky trying to calm his ever increasing frustration he needed to get out how he was going to put up with this faade for another two days was beyond him. At a time like this all he wanted was to be with Zoya to be able to hold her and let all his troubles fade away he closed his eyes he could almost feel the heat of her body against his he let out a sigh before he picked up his jacket and walked out.

The show was well underway; Asad went back stage to check on his team he knew he had nothing to worry about when Ayaan and Aman were in charge. As he was about to leave he saw Tanveer she increased her pace and plastered a smile something that was making him nauseate 'hey baby...I have been waiting for you' she said as she kissed his cheek and hugged him Asad faking the best smile he could put his arm around her waist 'shall we' he gestured leading her to their seats. As they sat and watched the show he saw Tanveer continuously tapping her food and fidgeting with her finger he place his hand over her 'anything the matter you seem ...a little on edge' Tanveer looked at him mentally kicking herself 'no..no..I mean nothing the matter just nervous our collection is up soon' Asad squeezed her hand trying really hard to keep his smile going 'there is nothing to be nervous about we have our best collection up for show this year...you should have more confidence' Tanveer gave him a nervous smile holding his arm she leaned her head on his shoulder avoiding any further eye contact.

As soon as Asad's collection had been modelled Tanveer excused herself saying she needed to use the rest room, Asad looked towards the stage where Amaan was standing as soon as he saw Asad give him a nod he knew what he had to do. Keeping a safe distance he followed Tanveer, she was in the lobby talking to someone on the phone '...he has signed the agreement, I am going back to the office and pick up whatever I can...tomorrow morning meet me in the car park at 10 sharp..' letting out a menacing laugh she continued to talk 'I can't believe I did it...the long wait has definitely paid off. Asad Ahmed Khan won't know what hit him'. After a few minutes she returned to her seat 'sweetheart I am so happy everything has worked to plan...I mean the show was a grand success and the best part you and me' Asad looked at her his eyes hardened creating a frown Tanveer looked at him not understanding his expression as soon as she did Asad quickly let down his guard and smiled. The show had finally come to an end there was a loud applause everyone was up cheering as Tanveer joined in Asad took the opportunity to go back stage and spoke to Amaan who filled him in on what he had heard. 'I want everyone in place and ready for tomorrow' he said with caution. 'Ok Tanveer your game is finally up, by the time I finish with you...you'll be sorry you ever set eyes on me. No one and I mean no one tries to mess with Asad Ahmed Khan' he said to himself as he left.

Instead of going back to his apartment he decided to spend the night at the office he wanted to make sure he was there for when Tanveer came in. he had instructed Ayaan to be there by seven the very latest. Asad spent most of the night clock watching not being able to rest he thought of calling Zoya, the time difference meant it would nearly be midday there. 'Hello' his voice never failed to give her goose bumps 'hey...what are you still doing awake...wait don't answer I know you were missing me' she answered childlike she sounded so happy, Asad let out a chuckle 'always...hope I didn't disturb you' 'never...was just finishing another one of my master pieces' she said with glee.

Zoya could sense that something was wrong 'Asad is everything ok...I mean..' Asad took in a deep breath and told her what had happened and the plan for tomorrow morning 'Asad please be careful' she said with concern she hated being so far from him 'I wish I was there with you..' 'Zoya you are always with me...and don't worry everything will be ok...on the another note you will be happy to know that the opening show was a success and our designs received reviews that even I hadn't expected...you know Zoya AAK Designs is going to reach a height that will be totally inconceivable, we will definitely make it into the top three of the most renowned fashion houses in the world' Zoya smiled and her heart jumped 'Asad that is fantastic, you should be so proud'. They both continued to talk lightening up each other's moods, before she disconnected the phone she had asked him to call her once things had been resolved and to pass on her love to Ayaan.

Asad was in the bathroom freshening up when he heard his door click he gently open the door a peered through the small opening he saw Tanveer rushing around his office she had taken out a pen drive and attached to his lap top as she waited for files to down load she went through his cabinets extracted various papers and files which she then stuffed in to her bag. The girl was going at miracle speed having seen enough Asad closed the bathroom door and deliberately made a loud sound before opening it again.

Tanveer jumped up he face was drained of all colour you could almost see the sweat form on her forehead. Holding in the breath she nervously smiled at Asad 'what the hell is he doing here?' she said to herself. In fear of becoming a nervous wreck she managed to let go of the breath she was holding and smiled 'hey baby what are you doing here so early' she said walking towards him, Asad threw the towel he was holding onto the sofa intentionally walking away from her 'I could ask you the same question...what are you doing here so early and furthermore what are you doing here in my office' Tanveer stopped she fisted her hand in a lame attempt to try and calm herself down 'oh you know me, early riser I like to make sure I am on top of my work' she said nervously laughing. As Arnav moved towards his desk Tanveer saw that her pen drive was still in his laptop, she needed to distract him so she quickly blocked his way by placing her hands on his chest 'Asad I was think we have been together for some time now I think it would be safe to take our relationship to the next level' she said in a low seductive voice, Asad looked at her in bemusement did she really think that he would let her touch him any further. Asad was well aware of what she was doing he noticed her eyes that kept glancing over to his laptop. He took her hand by the wrists and pulled them off of his chest 'I'll order us some coffee' he said totally ignoring what she had just said. As Asad turned around to order some coffee Tanveer sighed in relief she carefully moved around his desk and pulled out her pen drive throwing it in her bag that she had stuffed all the files in.

As the office started to fill with people Aman and Ayaan started their work, security was put in place and all areas of the car park were covered to capture this secret accomplice of hers. Tanveer tried to leave Asad's office only to be stopped by him every time, he was not going to let her out of his sight. Tanveer kept looking up at the clock conscious of the time, her phone kept vibrating but with Asad being right in front of her she couldn't answer. The frustration, the panic he saw gave him satisfaction,he couldn't help smirking to himself.

As she sat there her phone vibrated again, she quickly opened the message

Tanveer's eyed popped out how could this be the cheque's were to clear this morning. She looked up at the clock it was twenty minutes to ten she couldn't take it anymore 'As...Asad I really have to go...you know so much to do before tonight' Asad looked at her she was barely able to stand straight 'no need to worry Tanveer you always work so hard stay here you can keep me company' Tanveer didn't know what to do it was coming up to ten and she needed to get out of here, her mind kept going back the message why the hell had the money not been cleared everything had gone to plan, there had to be a logical explanation.

'What is wrong Tanveer, you look worried, anything the matter' he said mockingly Tanveer was too preoccupied to have noticed his tone. 'umm nothing, I need to use the ladies' she got up and rushed towards the door 'you can use my bathroom' he stopped her midway, pointing to the on suite. Tanveer gave him a nervous smile and walked in 'arrgh what the hell' she said as she pulled her hair back she quickly took out her phone and dialed the number but there was no answer 'come on pick up pick up...this can't be happening to me'. Little did she know tht her partner in crime had been picked up by security and was being escorted up to Asad's office.

'Tanveer sit I have a special visitor I want you to meet' Tanveer looked at Asad, she was becoming more and more agitated and this time she made no attempt to cover her annoyance. 'Asad, seriously I need to go I have been sitting around all morning I have a lot to do' she spoke back irritated. Asad couldn't help smirking at her state 'it won't take long...please sit' he said. As Tanveer was about to take her seat the door opened, it was Ayaan 'Asad, we have him' Asad's face changed instantly he nodded indicating for Ayaan to bring him in. As the man in question entered the room Tanveer gasped realising her reaction on seeing him she quickly covered her mouth, she had never looked so scared in her life, she looked at him and then turned to Asad who stood there looking back at her like he was ready to kill. Her eyes followed him as he walked around his desk he stood next to her and then bent down picking up her bag.

'You really thought that you would get away with this didn't you?' Tanveer gulped as her throat dried up, she closed her eyes and then slumped herself on the sofa admitting defeat. 'You know it didn't take long to figure out it was you...what I failed to understand was why. First it was you who had me fooled taking pity on you I gave you this job little realising that you were going to stab me in the back betray the very hand that helped you...why Tanveer?'

Asad's voice was low but every word was stabbing her. she looked up at him 'you still don't know why...you the great Asad Ahmed Khan, who knows everything could work out it was me but still doesn't know why...I tell you why' she started screaming. Asad stood back and folded his arms against his chest getting ready to listen to her 'you humiliated me, you broke me. I loved you, I wanted to be with you and you shunned me away, all you thought about was your god forsaken company and making it big, you saw nothing but yourself. When you left me crying begging you to love me back I felt like I was going to go insane and that's when I decided that I was going to take everything away from you, someone who only has love for money and power I was going to take the money and leave you worthless'.

Asad didn't move, she really didn't know him at all and to think that he only had love for money and power was probably the most ridiculous thing he had ever heard 'you know Tanveer you disgust me...if you had really loved me you wouldn't have been out to destroy me. The money you thought that you would so easily access is where it should be with AAK Designs and not in your bank account. There is only so much you can get away with, I had you from the very first time I extended my hand out pretending to like you in the same you did and you know what it worked beautifully, I needed to catch you red handed and so I have'

Asad looked up at Ayaan 'get her out of my sight, I want her and this low life charged with everything you can pin on them' he looked at Tanveer who was being handcuffed 'you can spend the rest of your sorry life in jail Tanveer maybe and just maybe then you will realise how wrong you were'. With that Asad turned around not wanting to see her anymore. As Tanveer and her partner were escorted of the premises Ayaan came up to his brother and placed his hand on his shoulder are you ok...it is over you can relax now'. Asad nodded not being able to say anything he was still infuriated with the whole situation. 'Asad, I will go down to the police station and give my statement I will see you tonight'.

Asad sat down and rested his head on the back of his chair he let clam wash over his mind and body he was glad that this hole fiasco had come to an end. It meant he could return to business as usual and focus on the more important things in his life Zoya and his family.

Zoya was spending the evening with Farhan and Jina they had planned to watch a movie and grab a pizza. The evening was fun although Farhan didn't fail to see how absent minded Zoya was most of the time. 'Are you going to tell me or do I need to get mum on your case' he said looking at her with concerned eyes, Zoya smiled 'its nothing major just thinking about Asad he had a few serious issues to deal with' Farhan put his arm around Zoya 'he is a big boy Zoya am sure whatever it is he will deal with...now please can you come back to us' he joked.

Farhan hugged Zoya and said goodbye to Jina before he walked up to his floor. Zoya smiled at his retreating back and then looked at Jina who looked sad 'hey what's wrong, you ok' Jina looked at Zoya and smiled her eyes had become watery. Zoya took Jina by the arm and made her come inside her room. She took of her coat and sat beside her on the bed 'now you going to tell me what's going on'. Jina looked up at Zoya and through her teary eyes started to smile and blush at the same time. 'Zoya I really like Farhan, I have done from the very first time I met him...I really want to tell him but am so scared what if he says no' Zoya fought hard to contain her excitement she hugged Jina 'don't be scared Jina tell him...my brother will never say no...how could he you are so beautiful' Jina laughed she found it really weird that Zoya referred to Farhan as her brother 'thank you...Zoya will you help me...please' she said with pleading eyes 'of course I will'. Zoya and Jina spend the next few hours working out a plan of action in all the excitement she had totally forgotten about Asad.

It was gone two in the morning before Jina left feeling exhausted, Zoya went to lie down as soon as he head hit the pillow she jumped up screaming his name out. She quickly grabbed her phone to see if she had any missed calls or messages how could she have forgotten, she quickly dialed his number only to be met by his voice mail she left him a short message asking how he was and to call back immediately to tell her if everything was ok.

Zoya couldn't sleep after that she waited to see if she would get a response, after having waiting almost an hour she called Ayaan. '...no Zoya relax, Asad is fine he is in a meeting with the head of security' 'Ayaan tell me what happened' she almost demanded Ayaan suppressed a laugh, these two are perfect, a pair both crazy as each other he thought. Ayaan told Zoya about everything that happened, Zoya's eyes were popping and her mouth was left wide open, open enough to swallow anything whole, by the end of it she took in a sigh of relief 'Ya Allah,,,thank you so much, its finally over...I mean you may have the court hearing but at least she is out, AAK Designs is safe form her thieving hands but most of all she away from Asad' Ayaan laughed out loud as he detected a hint of jealousy seep through her last words. 'Can you please tell him to message me at least, I have a full day tomorrow so may not be able to talk to him...and Ayaan good luck with tonight's show, from what I hear you guys really rock'. Disconnecting the phone Zoya lay back smiling at herself the falling asleep.