Shehnaaz entered into the 10 storey building with a slight nervousness. She held the file close to her heart more tightly. She was mesmerized by the beauty of that building. The greenery in front of the entrance, the specially made polished wooden benches in the garden along with tables. There were some people sitting over there, probably discussing about something seriously having their tea.

A women in saree stood in the reception area. She seemed to be in her thirty's. She gave a smile, seeing Shehnaaz. Shehnaaz smiled and moved towards her.

Good morning mam, How can I help you?

Actually, I am new here. I mean new trainee.

Shehnaaz somehow formed an English sentence. 

Ok, please give me your appointment letter.

As soon she heard the word appointment letter she forwarded it immediately. The receptionist checked the details and gave it back to Shehnaaz.

Hi, I am Jenny. You may report at the 2nd room on the 5th floor. That's Sidharth's cabin. 

Shehnaaz was amused hearing the receptionist addressing the boss by his name. 

Aah, Sana! You are on time. Great!! Come, let's move to Sid's cabin.

Martin, having a black office bag in his one hand came near her with a wide grin.

Don't worry Jenny. I will take care of her.

Martin gave a flirty wink to Jenny and responded back with a teasing smile.

Chalo..

He smiled at Shehnaaz and walked towards the lift. Shehnaaz nodded and hurried behind him.

...

Sidharth sat in his cabin wearing a black suit. His hair was perfectly combed and looked intact. He opened the laptop and waited for Kriti and Vidyut to join him for the further discussion on the  project they were dealing currently. He checked for the files related to it on his table, but couldn't find it there. He turned back to the shelf behind, searched in it sitting on the rotating chair. Sidharth took the file in  his hand, then he heard the sound of opening the door.

You guys are late!

He said and turned back. He got numb for a moment as he saw Shehnaaz and Martin standing together in front of him. He faked a smile immediately.

Oh, Shehnaaz.. Welcome to the Creators.

Sidharth got up from his seat and sauntered towards her. He stood in front of her and stretched his hand towards her for a hand shake. She smiled back and shook her hand with him.

He came back to his seat and asked them to take their seat in  front of him.

Shehnaaz, you already know Martin. He is the head of your department. mmm... I will make you meet Tanu, She will help you to get along with Creators.

He took the phone and asked Tanu to come into his cabin.

That's not really needed Sid. I can handle it myself. She is special for us na..

Sidharth glared at Martin, who already started his flirting in front of him.

Ohh Martin, you are already doing much for this firm. And this is a small task. Let Tanu handle it.

Sidharth said as Tanu entered the cabin.

A young lady in complete office attire entered his cabin with a great confident smile. Her curly hair was tied as ponytail which reached till her shoulders. 

Tanu, This is Shehnaaz. She is here as a new trainee in your department. Please make her comfortable here and make her understand everything.

Tanu nodded with a confident smile and looked at Shehnaaz.

Shehnaaz stood up from her seat and moved towards Tannu. She turned back to Sidharth and spoke.

Thank you Sir. Aapne jo kuch bhi mere liye kiya uske liye. Meim apni taraf se poori koshish karungi ki aapko disappoint  na karu.

Before Sidharth could speak anything, Martin laughed and stood in front of her blocking the view of Sidharth.

Mam, The first rule of Creators is that you should never address any employee or your boss by Sir or Mam. Just call them by their name. Ok??

Shehnaaz nodded innocently.

Sidharth sighed and sat there while rubbing his chin. It was going to be a difficult task for him to protect this innocent girl from the flirty boys in his office.

Shehnaaz you may leave with Tanu.

Both the ladies nodded and left the place soon. Martin smirked and looked at Sidharth.

......

Hey Shehnaaz. I am Tania and everyone calls me Tanu, since I am the youngest here.

The young girl forwarded her hand excitedly towards Shehnaaz. Shehnaaz felt at ease around her. She was really adorable.

This is your place and the next to yours is mine. Kuch bhi ho to bula lena. ok?

Tania told her after explaining Shehnaaz about their work and Shehnaaz nodded happily. As she was about to go, Shehnaaz called her from behind .

Tanu, actually na.. mer English dhodi weak hei.. tum help karogi meri??

Shehnaaz requested narrowing her eyes.

Uske liye usse disturb mat karo. I will deal with that.

Tanu giggled seeing Martin.

Haa..sahi hei Shehnaaz.. kuch din keliye martin bhaiyya ke saat date pe jao. you will learn it by yourself.

Martin shook his head with a smirk.

ooh Tanu, don't scare her saying date and all. hey Sana, we are friends ok??

Shehnaaz too giggled and nodded her head. 

So then, when you want to start your English class??

Waise meim tho Engish literature professors ke saat rah rahi hu, lekin meim unhe aur tank nhi karna chahti. Tum bass mujhe office meim help karoge?

Shehnaaz looked at Martin in hope. 

At your service mam!!

He bowed down dramatically.

Three of them laughed and talked for sometime. Shehnaaz was able to make friends easily with Martin and Tanu. She felt comfortable with them.

.......

The half of the day went at ease and she sighed in relief as it was lunch time. She opened her bag and saw two lunch boxes. Then only, she remembered about the extra box that Janaki aunty sent for Sidharth. Janaki was happy that now she could make Sidharth eat home made food daily.

Shehnaaz checked the time and rushed into Sidharth's cabin. She was about to open the door, when the door was opened by himself from the other end. Sidharth was surprised seeing her standing there panting heavily.

Shehnaaz ... What happened??

He came close to her and held her shoulder.

Wo......wo..

She tried to take deep breath as she ran from the 4th floor to the fifth.

Ha..aage bolo!!

Sidharth was a little worried. Did she face any problem here??

She forwarded the lunch box in front of him.

Aap keliye aunty ne bheji hei.. order hei ki aaj se aapko ghar ka khaana hi khaana padega.

She said looking down. She wasn't sure whether she had the right to speak all these.

A small smile played on his face hearing it. From the last six years, after he lost his mother, Janaki had asked him to move with them. But, he always denied. On initial days, she used to carry lunch for him to his office, but denied it completely. Now she has found a new way for it. 

He took the box from her hand.

Tumne banayi ya aunty ne?

She smiled innocently.

kichdi meine banayi, baaki sare aunty ne.

He nodded happily and got back into his cabin and she left to her seat.

He sat on the couch and opened the box. His hand first went to the kichdi and he tasted it.

Mmm... kaafi achi chef hei madam!

He smiled and started to have his lunch.

Shehnaaz sat with Tanu for lunch. Tanu was eager to know more about Shehnaaz and she asked her about it. As Tanu was the first friend she found in that city, Shehnaaz said everything to her.

You know, Sid bhaiyya bahut ache hei... Unke jaisa koi nhi hei iss duniya meim. I wish unko iss duniya ke saai khushiya mile.

Shehnaaz nodded immediately in agreement. Indeed, he is an angel in her life.

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