|NAINA|

That's it, I'm fucking done with being kept in the dark. I asked Isha and Neena a million times if they knew anything about this but as usual they didn't even budge for a second. All they blabbered was. "Just chill Naina! He will be back soon enough then you can talk to him. Why are you so anxious?" My ears are literally bleeding listening to the same shit again and again. Over and over in a day.

On top of that they didn't let me contact Annie and Indu. Both my friends had deleted her number from my phone. Like what the fuck is going on? Do they not realize that, if I'm in the dark it's making me even more anxious!!!! Fuck this shit. I'm going to the bakery today. It's almost been more than a week now to be precise it's been 8 days!!!

I don't want to deny what I feel for Viraj anymore. I know it's too soon but I do hope in my case 'only fools rush in' crap is not true. It's 4 in the evening and I have to take some classes. Isha and Neena were already conducting their sessions. I went to Sister Brenda's office and knocked on on her door.

She looked at my anxious face with a frown and gestured me to come inside. "What happened my child? Why do you look so worried? Come on sit down, tell me." I just want to inform her as soon as possible and leave. This whole thing is driving me crazy! I just want to know if he is okay. Damnit! Even a single letter reply would be enough for me.

I nodded my head and sat down on the chair that was right in front of her desk. She gave me a glass of water telling me to drink. "Ma'am is it okay if I don't take any classes today? I need to go somewhere. I promise to e back as soon as possible. I just umm need to meet a friend and make sure he's fine." Sister Brenda scrutinized my face I tried to control my restlessness as much as I could but I still felt anxious.

She smiled at me with a glint in her eyes and moved her head. "Okay Naina you can go I'll tell someone else to take your classes today. Don't worry about that although the kids do love your class so it might be hard to console them. Nothing I can't handle, please be safe and call me if you need anything else. You may leave."

I thanked her and moved out of the office just then she mentioned something that shocked me. "Let Viraj know that I want to meet him as soon as possible. I have to give him his birthday gift." I turned to face her with my eyes wide open. "Umm I don't know what you're talking about I'm going to meet someone else ma'am." I laughed nervously. How does she know? Does that mean he's in town? Oh my god I'm so going to kill him. Viraj just wait you're going to face my wrath.

"Whatever suits you Naina but just be careful." With that Sister Brenda waved her hands with again a glint in her eyes and gestured me to hurry up. Oh my god he's so going to be trouble. I'm going to go and meet Annie first. How does Sister Brenda know about his whereabouts? I shook my head not the time I'll ask him later. I booked a cab to go to Annie's bakery cause I don't know where else to go. 

My legs were still bouncing and my palms were sweating because of my stupid overthinking brain. I sighed and relaxed trying to calm my breathing. I closed my eyes, within  half an hour we reached the place. I paid the cab driver thanking him and he smiled at me. I raced up the stairs and opened the bakery door a gush of cool air hit my body sending shivers. Stupid AC I'm so grateful that I wore a jacket.

Annie was smiling behind the counter and talking to a customer. The barkey was busy looks, like her business has finally kick started. I scanned the whole bakery my eyes caught something. Viraj was sitting there on a table talking to Arjun and Neel about something with a very serious expression on his face. He looked so handsome, I snapped out revier reminding myself that I'm angry with him.

I felt a surge of confidence pass through my body. My nose flared, I was so mad at him. He could have just told me. I know I'm repeating this a lot but I'm so fucking mad on top of that some girls sitting right next to their table. They were staring at him like he was fresh meat and they want to gobble him up. Fuck story of my life! Don't they have any other work? There are so many other men in this world besides Viraj.

You just wait I'll show them who he  belongs to who. This added more fuel to my already burning anger. I walked towards their table and banged my hands on it to get his attention. The three of them looked startled. "What you think of yourself? Do you have any idea how crazy I have been going? No you don't!" I bellowed at him while he was still staring at me with a shocked expression but covers it up quickly.

Arjun and Neel looked amused. They laughed at Viraj's expression. "All the best dude! I told you this would happen you should have just texted her." Arjun informed him laughing while Neel just snickered. They looked at me pointing towards the chair. "He's all yours Naina. We'll go and help Annie. The bakery looks crowded." Neel stated his observations, Arjun nodded his head and followed him to help his girlfriend but not before mouthing all the best to Viraj. I rolled my eyes at him.

I pulled the chair harshly and sat down facing him. We both locked gazes for sometime. I'm sure my eyes are burning with anger. His gery eyes had so many emotions in them. It almost felt like he was in a dilemma with himself. He cleared his throat, in a split second his expression turned blank and his eye were void. I hate it when he does that.

"I believe I asked you a question Viraj! When did you come back? Why didn't you just text me?" Viraj closed his eyes pinched his nose between his fingers looking a little frustrated. What nonsense? I'm the one who's supposed to be frustrated. " Naina what are you doing here? I think you should leave." What the fuck? I'm all here anxious about how you are and all you can come up with is what are you doing here? I mean are you out of your mind?!?!?!" I gritted my teeth at him.

He sighed moved again and looked at me with a guarded expression. "Okay fine, I was busy okay. I had a lot of paper work to catch up with." I scoffed learning back against my chair. "I think a primary school student can come up with a better reason than that. But whatever I get it that you had work and stuff. You could have just texted me you know. Just one word Viraj! Fuck it not even a word just a single letter. I wouldn't be going crazy here!" I threw my hands in the air while Viraj looked me amused.

"What now? You still have nothing to say! Of course why would you?" Viraj laughed huskily shocking his head. He moved forward with both his hands on the table. "Didn't know you cursed so much. I have to admit that was really sexy. Also you look really cute when you're angry Miss Naina Rao." I was shocked did he just call me sexy and cute at the same time? What in the world is going on? He was just sitting there and giving me his most charming smile.

I was still shocked. I sat there gaping at him. I opened and closed my mouth like a fish. Ughh asshole he does have the complete Casanova thing going on. Plus I really did miss him, his hug and his kisses. Nooo Naina don't give in so easily. He could have informed  me before. Closing my eyes I took a deep breath and looked at him. "Nice try Major, but that ain't going to happen! Why didn't you just tell me that you had to leave? And also when you came back why didn't you text me back? Is this how you think things are going to work out?"

Viraj took a deep breath leaning towards me with his hands on the table. Just when he was about to answer me Annie bounded towards the table with two plates of freshly baked chocolate croissants placing it in front of us . My mouth watered immediately when I sniffed it's aroma. "Hey there, my two most favourite people! Looks like you're having an heated discussion. Here eat these, they're my specials for the week. They're freshly baked coming right out of the oven."

She smiled a smidge widely at me I just glared at her. I'm mad at her too, at least she could have told me where he was but instead she cut off all communication with me. "Don't think I'll forgive you just like that Annie! I'm not eating this not because I forgive you but just because they look delicious." Saying that I tured my attention to the croissants. Chocolate was oozing out of it.

"Well I'm sorry I'll try another way to make up to you. This was worth a try. Enjoy the dessert lovely people!" Annie pouted with a sad face. I nodded my head while Viraj gave her a slight smile. Viraj was about to say something. "We shall continue this discussion once I'm done with these!" I pointed towards my plate taking a huge bite of the croissant. I moaned loudly, don't blame me they were so good. The chocolate inside was melted and oozed right in my mouth.

The softness of the bread and the chocolate were such a perfect combination. Viraj was about to take a bite but stopped to stare at me. Oh fuck! What is wrong with me? Why did I moan? I chewed the rest of the bread gulping it down "I'm sorry I couldn't help myself. These are so good. Annie is such an amazing cook now I have to forgive her. I can't even cook Maggie to save the day."

I turned my attention towards the food again. Don't blame me it's all his fault, I didn't even have lunch I was just worried. Viraj looked at me and laughed his gery eyes finally had a spark. I smiled with a mouthful of chocolate. That doesn't mean I'm  okay with what he did. We'll get back to that just when I finish eating this.

"You're something else ! We have a lot to talk about. We'll get there, why do I feel that you didn't have your lunch." I looked at him shocked and smiled innocently at him trying to look all cute. He looked annoyed raised his eyebrows waiting for my answer. "Uhh I was kind of busy with GRE preparation so I just lost track of time. Also the fact that a certain someone didn't reply to all of my messages, so my anxiety kind of skyrocketed."

He sighed giving me a look of disapproval. " Naina you can't skip meals. That's not good for your health. I'm sorry okay, I was caught up with work. I was really going to text you once I reached home." Just when I was about to reply one of those college girls who were ogling at him came towards our table.

What the hell? She barely looked 19. "Umm Hello there! I-I just wanted to know if you're single." She was staring at Viraj up more like scrutinizing him. He looked at her with a frown on his face. "Excuse me how old are you exactly?" He crossed his arms looking at her she looked mesmerized well I don't blame her he was like a Greek god after all. But that doesn't give her the right to stare at him. Bitch get lost! I wanted to scream at her but I controlled I leaned back against the chair.

"I'm just 19! I know that you're older but that's okay age has got nothing to with love right?" What the fuck? The audacity of this girl. Can't she see I'm sitting right here. I raised my eyebrows at Viraj waiting for his reply he looked uncomfortable. "Look you should just focus on your studies now. Boys will always be there just focus okay." He snapped his fingers in front of her. I looked towards the counter where Annie and Arjun were trying to control their laugh. Looks like this happens all the time.

" I will focus, I promise but if you're with me it'll be even more better. Why don't we ask your sister? What do you think should he date me?" What in the world did she just refer to me as Viraj's sister? That's it I'm done. I swear I'm not a rude person but at that moment. "Excuse me! Who the fuck are you to assume that? You want to know the truth I think he's right you need to focus on your studies! Just so you know he's my boyfriend. Now get lost, just another suggestion be cautious of what you tell people."

Oh god did I just call him my boyfriend? What is wrong with me? But I just couldn't help myself I felt possessive of him. Which was so unlike me. This isn't just a mere crush. Viraj looked startled but smirked at me nevertheless. That bitch looked offended as though she was denied her favourite candy. Her nose flared "Really? He's your boyfriend? Why a man like him ever date you? You're so mediocre!" She replied sassily and flipped her hair.

I felt tounge tied, she was right why would he date me? I was about to come up with a meek reply when Viraj slammed his hands on the table. I jerked back, that girl looked startled too. His nose was flaring, he was angry. "Don't you dare say anything to my girlfriend! It's my wish who I date and who I don't! She is the most beautiful woman I have ever meet inside and out unlike you who only cares about appearances. Now I suggest you scurry away before I loose my cool and say something that I'm not supposed to." That made my heart flutter but all my insecurities were still mocking at me.

That girl looked offended. "Fine whatever I was just trying my luck! You're the one who's missing out not me." Viraj scoffed and told her to get lost. She stomped her foot flipped her hair giving me a disgusting look and walked away. Maybe she is right why would a man like Viraj want to date me? I'm not even that pretty, what was I thinking.

Viraj cursed under his breath once she left and tured towards me. I was staring at the table and playing with the tissue. I could feel his heated gaze on me. He caught hold of my hand and entwined them with his in a tight grip. I felt warmth spreading, I missed his touch it made me feel secure. He leaned forward when I didn't look at him and placed his fingers on my chin pushing my face to look at him. I looked into his eyes. "Hey don't bother about such people. They're damn annoying, I don't give a shit and neither should you. I hope you know that you're the most beautiful woman I have ever meet. I meant every word."

I scoffed at that. I tried to move away but he held me and pulled me closer until our breaths mingled. I could smell his colonge. I just hoped my breath doesn't stink. He leaned forward and gave me a long peck on my lips. My eyes widened, did he just kissed me in a public place? I don't care my surroundings blured, it was just the two of us. I could hear some claps and hoots but I didn't care.

I placed my left hand on his cheek, which was slightly rough because of his stubble and pulled him closer deepening the kiss. I missed this so much for the past week, his warmth and everything. I don't care about anyone as long as he's there I can deal with any problems in this world. Our tounges once again battled, I could taste the chocolate mixed with his own essence. I felt a tinge of wetness pool between my legs fuck, I'm aroused and I bet a million dollars that he is too.

I couldn't breathe after a while I pulled back, our foreheads joined. I was breathing heavily and smiling. "Okay I think I can forgive you maybe if we do this once again." He chuckled and our breaths mingled once again. We were about to kiss again when Annie came and shouted at us. "Woah woah chill out horn dogs! Go somewhere else and do this, stop giving a free show." I realized that we were still in public and everyone was staring at us and giggling.

I pulled back immediately, missing his warmth while Viraj just groaned leaving my face and leaning back. Oh Lord what am I doing? I'm breaking all the rules!!! Making out in the public, seriously? What would my parents say if they get to know about this? Oh god I don't even want to go there! When did I become this person, I used to hate couples who did that  and I am one them now. Wait are we even a couple? I really need to clarify things.

Annie snapped her fingers in front of my face. "Hello earth to Naina! Where are you lost? He's right here you don't have to dream about him." I glared at her while Viraj smirked casually as usual. I glared at him he raised his brows. "So does that mean you forgive him for not telling you about his whereabouts and me too? I mean it looked like you just did!" I rolled my eyes at her. " Shut up Annie but whatever I'll try to forgive him and you I don't know I still have to think about it." She sat down on the chair next to me and pouted. "Naina it's not even my fault he was the one who asked me to not tell you, I swear I would have but he was so particular about it. I just had to do it."

That clears a lot of things. I sighed looks like it isn't her fault after all. I smiled at her "Fine Annie you're forgiven also extra brownie points for the croissant!!!" She squealed and hugged me. "Yaay I'm finally back in your good books. Thank you. Do you want a sandwich?" I hugged her back and asked her to get me one. I was still fmaished, she nodded her head and skipped away to get my food. I turned back to Viraj glaring at him. "What did you just do? Are you crazy? You can't do that to me in public! I hate all the attention! I just don't want to be noticed by anyone!!!"

I screamed at him while he just smirked, ugh I hate that. "Naina I didn't see you complaining, instead I was just going to give you a peck you were the one who initiated the whole make out session. Don't complain now baby!" I cringed at that. Well he is right but I'm so not going to admit that. Baby? Seriously? I don't want us to be like one of those cringey couple.

I rolled my eyes at him. " Whatever Viraj! You started it!!! It's your fault also don't call me baby!!! I hate that! Sounds like one of those typical couples." I waved my hands around emphasising my point. He just laughed, I like it that he's that way only with me. I have never seen him laugh or chuckle so much when he's with his colleagues or even his friends. It's always a poker face or a slight smile.

"Okay ma'am point taken! I'll not use baby again okay!" He raised his hands above his head in surrender.I nodded my  head pressing my lips together. Just when I  was about to ask him why he didn't want me to know about where he was Annie cane with her sandwiches. They looked amazing can't wait to taste it. "Bon appetite! Enjoy it! Oh you don't have to pay the bill it's taken care of!"

I was about to protest when Viraj handed his card to Annie who winked at me. I'll get back to him later first thing first. I scarfed down the sandwich within 5 minutes Viraj just sat there staring at me and sipping his coffee. I wiped my mouth and hands with a tissue drinking some water. Viraj was about to talk when I  shouted at him. "You can't do this to me!!! You have to inform priorly if you're going to disappear like that!!!"

Viraj sighed and looked at me. "Naina look I just didn't want you to be anxious and wondering when I will return. I wanted all your days to be as normal as possible." I let out a bitter laugh. "Do you realise how stupid that is? I was anxious regardless Viraj!!! What was I supposed to think? I will always worry about your safety but you could have told me, that would have definitely helped slightly at least!"

Viraj looked kind of apologetic just a tiny bit. Can't really tell, it's so hard to read his face at times. "I'm sorry okay! I never usually apologise this quickly but what can I say you bring out the best in me. Naina look if this has to work there are a certain things that you need to know." He waved his hands between the both of us. I sighed don't I know this better than anyone.

I nodded my head. "I know you think all of this happening too quickly but I think it's going at the perfect pace. Come on let's go we will talk but not right now. It's almost 6pm, I'll drop you off and we'll talk tomorrow. Just don't be angry with me. Although you do have a cute angry face I have to admit. Didn't think you had a jealous side too that was really sexy."

He leaned closer across the table while telling those last words. I chocked on my saliva. How can he turn a serious conversation into a flirty one with just a few words was beyond me. I tried to snap out of it I knew he was just trying to distract me. Clearing my throat I maintained my composure. "Nice try Viraj that's not going to work on me! I want talk right now! Not tomorrow or some other day!" While I screamed at him he was looking at his phone. He looked a little distracted and scanned the surroundings. What is going on?

Viraj cursed under his breath. "Naina we will talk tomorrow and that's final. It's already late, don't you have other things to do? I'm going to drop you off. I don't want any arguements." He replied with a serious voice more like commanded I flinched. He closed his eyes trying to control his anger. He quickly typed on his phone. Pulled me from the seat and pushed me out of the bakery within seconds.

I was startled what is going on? I could see a few more offices outside the bakery he pushed me towards the jeep telling me to go sit. He had a quick word with them and came towards the jeep. I frowned looking at his stance. He was clenching his jaw and his hands were white because of his tight grip. I was about to ask him what was wrong but decided against it. Wise to be quite. He dropped me off at the entrance. "Naina don't go anywhere without informing our friends or me. I mean it!"

"What's going on Viraj? What happened?" He got down moving towards me he kissed me on the forehead and joined our heads together. "Don't worry about it okay. I just want to know you're safe at all times. Just go good night. I'll pick you up tomorrow at 7 okay?" I sighed realizing he isn't going to tell me anything. "Fine I'll see you tomorrow! Bye." I kissed his cheek hugged him and walked away. He waved at me and started the car speeding away towards I don't know where. I just hope he's careful. Something is very wrong.

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I'm going to dedicate this chapter to all those girls who feel insecure about themselves. Just remember that you're amazing just the way you are and don't need to change yourself for anyone unless it's your choice. Don't let others hurt you! You're strong and beautiful💖

That's the end of my rant for this chapter 😂. There were way too many emotions in this chapter. I like this new possessive Naina 😂. She's awesome and I think Viraj would agree. What do you guys think?

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