Sanjana,

I was with Meera at a promotional event for designer label started by a bollywood star. Our webpage was to publish the event. We had also got major tabloids here ensuring the  the event and the luxury store got the max coverage.

I watched in awe as one after the other big stars pouring in to show their support to the label. I had never thought I would see so many starts in person. ''Don't leak those pictures.'' Meera called out and I clicked few snaps for Pooja. 

''Can I look around?'' I asked

Meera gave me one long glance. ''Just look, don't touch a thing.'' I nodded and made my way into the store. The label  was definitely for ultra rich but the I felt the price were quoted way above what they were worth off. Shrugging my shoulders I made my way towards the next level, the decor was expensive and would give the visiting customers a royal feeling. If they wouldn't buy, they would be considered poor in eyes of staff. I smiled at the mind games the big brands play on its innocent customer.

I smiled taking in all when an arm gabbed me pulling me into changing rooms. ''YOU!'' I said but Rishi stopped all flow of words pecking me on lips. I stood there dumb found with flaming cheeks. Rishi grabbed my chin between his fingers, ''You must be so proud about making me leave by threating to create a scene. How about I create one today?''

''You have a death wish.'' I said trying to be tough. Rishi smiled, he held my wrist , his thumb drawing circles on the inner side my wrist. Pecking me cheek his whispered, ''You don't understand Sanju, I am the bad boy in our world and I will win you back.''

''Rishi, behave or..''

''Or you create a scene. '' Pulling me closer, he locked me into his arms, our faces less than an inch apart. ''Do it Sanjana. I challenge you.'' 

I stood there like lost puppy staring into his mesmerizing eyes. Rishi held my face in his hands and then hugged me softly. ''I missed you!'' He said letting out a deep pained breath. 

''You shouldn't have done this.''

''Don't worry, no will be there on this floor till I am out.'' 

''And Then I follow you and become a news.'' I taunted.

He chucked, pecked my lips again. ''Sanjana, you matter the most. trust me.'' Giving my small body another hug, he stepped out letting me go. grabbing my arm, he took me towards the emergency exit and then down the stairs. ''There, your entrance. You can go in like others.'' He smiled once again and walked off. My heart was performing rhythmic gymnastics in my chest, elated of all the attention it got. Bad Boy 1; Good Girl 2. Yes, I gain at all cost

I am not giving in this easily. I want to be pampered more.

***

''I didn't see you exiting the store, where did you come from?'' Meera asked

'I can fly'  I wanted to respond but I love my job and she is my boss, so I smiled. ''I got lost, found emergency exit and came down.''

Meera rolled her eyes. ''What are you 3? Getting lost in a shop.'' I just smiled wide, how do I tell her that I wasn't lost lost in the shop, I was lost in a bad boy's kisses and hugs. I was enjoying the warmth of his words and showers of his love. But I decided to keep quite. The event lasted till 10 PM and we finally broke for dinner. The best thing about my job is that we get amazing food for  free . ''Can I get some food packed?'' I asked Meera and she gave me a glare

''Pls!''

''God! You bachelors are so lazy.'' Let me check what I can do. And I knew I was getting food in good amount. Meera might be strict as a boss, but she is a good person. She takes a very good care of all interns working with her. After about fifteen minutes, she came in with bags full of boxes filled with food. She gave one bag to each of us. ''Do you guys want me drop you home?'' We thanked but refused.

I wanted to be alone, enjoy the wind and live the moments I spent with Rishi in that changing room. Its amazing to know that he still cares. 'You will melt in a day!' MY brain taunted, I pouted to self, no I wasn't going to make it easy.

''Pooji....I called out as I entered. I got us dinner and lunch for tomorrow.''

Pooja stared at me for a  good one min. ''Pooji...not Pooja. Did you meet Rishi and did he kiss you?''

I suddenly turned defensive, ''No such thing happened.''

''It did happen, I can see that all over your face.'' Pooja said watching me with a grin.

I turned away. ''I am still mad at him. If he tries and step in 100 m of my circle , I will break his bones.'' Pooja laughed aloud.

''yeah..yeah.'' She teased.

''You don't believe me?''

''Nope!''

''What kind of a friend you are?''

''You best friend, who will always speak the truth . Irrespective you like or not and a kind of friend, who knows your boyfriends plans.'' She giggled and I realized she was aware of Rishi's plans.

''Don't talk to me. I am not giving you the salad I got.'' Pooja laughed hugging me tight. ''I am happy for you Sanjana. And I got us some ice-cream to celebrate my little achievement

''And what would that be?''

''I returned the 1st installment my birth givers had spend on me. And , I have legally removed their name from mine. And now I am just Pooja.'' My heart broke into million pieces, I hugged her. ''If you want I will adopt you.''

She laughed again. ''Only if you allow me to sleep between you and Rishi.''

''I am okay, will he  agree?'' I asked tongue in cheek

''If you keep this as a condition, he will agree. But  he will have me drugged every night.'' And we both laughed.

Rishi

I laughed my way to home recalling Sanjana's shocked face, she is like  a small kid with a mountain size tantrum but easy to pacify. I laughed to self as I drove home, she is cute and I so love her. I messaged Pooja with a big thanks and promised her a dinner.  

Stepping into our favourite club, I looked around for Jay. Since my return, I have been chasing Sanjana and my buddy threatened to break off in case I didn't give him his share of attention. Though his little drama made me puke, Jay is my best friend. He would do all to protect and care of what I love. That included Sanjana. 

I moved through the swarm of dancing bodies, greeting a few and smiling at the ones who tried to seduce me. When I found Jay, he was at the bar, his phone camera focused on me.

''What are you doing?''

''gathering proofs to keep you under my thumb.'' I just shook my head and ordered myself a drink.

''You look happy.'' Jay commented

''I am, I met Sanjana. And I was the one to shut her off today. '' Taking a sip I smiled wide, ''You know Jay, she is the cutest I have ever had.''

Jay nodded, ''yeah, and this is why you went crazy for more than a year and vanished from all our lives.''

''I am sorry.''

''No, its fine. You always come around. But listen to me, Sanjana fought the people she loves the most. Its just her dad and her uncle who speaks to her now. She hasn't been home for since the engagement drama. She loves you, she proved it. Now, its your turn.  Girls like her love once.''

I nodded, I have had my share of fun. I won't deny, I enjoyed the attention I have got all my lives and now  there is one who is the center of my attention. My Sanjana.

We had a couple of drinks and then moved to the first floor to have some quite time. It was members only, the music was toned down and floor looked calm. ''So what's next?'' I asked Jay

''Dad is on my throat. First he wanted me to join his business, I did and now he wants me sacrificed to his best friend's daughter.''

''You met her?''

''No, and don't want to. I am not interested.'' Jay answered a little miffed

''Is there someone?''

''No! Why does it have to be someone to refused for marriage. I am not ready.''

I offered him a glass of water, ''Calm down, I can help you elope ..alone.'' That made him smile.

''So, when are wedding bells.'' Jay asked

''I haven't thought of it.'' 

''You should, she is precious.'' I nodded. The thought of being married to Sanjana bought a smile to my face. How would it be waking next to her every morning! How would it be to have her in my house as my family. The thought was beautiful. I wouldn't deny, but I did imagine her and I having breakfast with my family. I took my leave after an hour or so, my mind occupied with Sanajna. While at the traffic signal, I suddenly had the urge to see her and I took the turn earning some colourful words from people behind me. I know where she lives, I followed Pooja home and watched her and Sanajna greet each other like long lost sisters. 

I parked and looked at my watch, it was 11 PM, I know its late, since Sanajna is someone whose battery drains by 9PM in the night.

''Sir, you name.'' The security asked and I gave him my name

''You are not in the list of approved visitors. I will have to  check, if they approve , you can go in.''

I waited and then the security updated I can go in. I ran to the floor to find Sanjana waiting at the door, her eyes boring into mine. ''Why are you here ?'' She asked in an accusing tone. Sanjana and her fake anger. 

''You are not allowed in.'' She halted my movements placing her palm on my chest. I looked at her soft hand and then into her eyes. Taking in the challenge, I took steps forward while she had to step back into the house, the distance between us still being the same due her hand on my chest. ''I am warning you.'' She threatened and I smiled, locking the door slowly behind me I pulled her into my arms.

''You approved my visit because you wanted to see me as much as I did. And I came because I wanted to hold you. Sanjana, forgive me.''

She stared into my eyes not moving an inch. ''You are right, I wanted to see you. I have always wanted to see you since I feel in love. I woke up every morning with a hope that you would come back or call me. Yes, I love you but you don't get an easy pass. I proved myself, now you turn , I love you, I won't deny that. Prove to me that I can trust you as well.''  

I watched her, her eyes stayed locked with mine, she was determined. Leaning further, I pecked her forehead deep. ''Anything for you. try me the way you want to and I will prove myself to you. I have never loved anyone the way I love you, and I will do all in my might to prove that to you.''

She let out a breath. ''You should leave.'' Sanjana tried moving out of my embrace but I pulled her closer. ''Stay!'' I whispered and she obliged. Placing my forehead against hers, I closed my eyes to take in all I felt. This, us felt perfect. It felt right, she with me felt right. I felt complete. Taking a moment, I leaned and pressed my lips over her soft ones. Her fingers curled on to he fabric of my shirt but she didn't retaliate. Giving her one last kiss on her forehead, I walked out.

''You better answer my phone hereon.'' I warned

''What if I don't?''

''I am a bad boy Sanjana, I might just kidnap you.'' She poked her tongue at me before shutting the door. First thing, I have to be on approved list of her visitors, I can't stay a day without meeting her.

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