Break from studies... best way write about the next chapter in Shivika life!! The more I write the more intriguing the story gets.. apologies if this isn't as expected.. Brains are over used due to studying. 😜

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Shivaay sat down on the couch opposite Annika staring at her face. He knew he scarred her and he was the only person who could bring her out of it. When Khanna had given him all the proofs he couldn't fathom the pain he had gone through and secretly was grateful that Annika was unconscious or else he wouldn't be able to handle her accusations at the time, though all would be true. Sitting here he now had to decide what he needed to do, his one wrong move to put his girl in grave danger mentally and also physically. He was very agitated and had to calm himself down as his first priority was Annika and he had to bring her back to herself before he goes on a rampage of tracking down the person responsible for touching her and hurting her. He had made all necessary arrangements that he required now the only thing was getting her to agree but it couldn't be done with force but he knew she would resist and he would have to use force but this time it's not for the bad but for the good, his mind was in constant games and gradually he fell asleep.

The morning rays disturbed her eyes and she struggled to open her lids to adjust to the light. She could feel her every muscle ache. Her head was heavy, it felt as if she had drank alcohol the whole night. She couldn't place where she was and in what condition. Her body felt gripped more like chained to something, her throat dry and her lips patched. She wanted to scream, call out to someone but the voice wasn't coming out. She felt someone had thrown her in the desert to die. She again shut her eyes tight trying to recollect what happened but nothing came to her mind. She struggled under the hold and due to the movement Shivaay got up and saw Annika struggling. He stroked her forehead and the frown disappeared. She felt the touch soothing and again tried to open her eyes. She adjusted to the light and saw Shivaay face staring down at her and she chuckled. Shivaay looked at her in dismay before he heard her self talk. "What Annika Do you really think Shivaay will come looking for you in this desert? He will be smiling happily seeing you suffering and away from him?" And she again shut her eyes.

Shivaay was hurt and baffled would be an understatement but he knew why she thought all of it, the doctor had said she would be disoriented due to the medication but what she said about him was her true inner feelings and he had to change that.

He cleared his throat, " Ms Annika" and this jerked her she opened her eyes wide and looked at him and then glanced around. She pushed her self to be up but struggled. Shivaay helped her holding her arms and Annika just stared at his face without blinking. She knew once he would make her sit that was the end of her. She was in his cabin on his couch and how could this devil bear that, he is going to tear her apart. But the devil didn't say a word and handed her a glass of water. She gulped the water.

Shivaay looked at the confusion at her face and finally spoke, " Annika you fainted last night and the doctor had come to check you, she had given some medicines. It's almost 12 in the afternoon of the next day I suggest you go home and rest as tomorrow we would be leaving town for a 8 day conference and event in USA".

Annika spoke nothing and just shook her head. She wanted to protest she didn't want to go but at this point she didn't want to argue her head was pounding and she didn't have the energy. Also the choice was between the devil and the deep blue sea staying here alone was anyways scary it's easier to be with a known devil rather than an unknown so she had agreed. Shivaay can torture her for her work but never misbehave.

Khanna has entered the cabin with one of the female security guards to escort Annika home, before she could step out he called her again signalling Khanna to wait out, " Annika ensure you speak to no one of this trip and I mean no one, don't pack any clothes in any suitcases cause this is a company sponsored trip so all will be handled by the company, you can only carry a few essentials in a small handbag if required. If anyone gets the wind of it you will see the worst of me". Annika only nodded.

Shivaay had asked Khanna to keep a tab on Annika house he had also requested Annika friend Chanda to be with her at all times and stay with her the night even if she insists on otherwise. He wanted Annika to rest and for that he needed someone to be with her without  any disturbances. Chanda had agreed with Shivaay after he had promised to make her friend come back to normal and not hurt her anymore. Some of their other friends had also come over. Annika had felt much better and had slept of early due to the tablets but her friends had been awake the whole time sitting and chatting to ensure her safety.

Shivaay had reached home at 11pm and had ensured everything was ready for the next day. He had informed everyone he would be going for the trip and he would be travelling with Annika due to the events the company is sponsoring. He would be leaving directly from office only. No one asked further questions and all retired to their room.

Early next morning Shivaay came to office to ensure he finishes all of his work. He had also made all necessary arrangements for their travel. This trip was going to completely change his and Annika's life and he was sure of it.

Khanna brought Annika into the office at around 6pm she looked much better than yesterday. She stood quietly in front of Shivaay, he walked upto her and in instinct placed his hand on her head to check for temperature she was scared and moved back. He said very softly, " am only seeing if you have a temperature". She didn't  say anything and looked down again. He collected all the necessary documents and asked Khanna to take all the bags down. They sat in the car and made their way towards the Oberoi helipad. He kept looking at Annika whereas she sat there quietly gazing outside. The girl who couldn't stay quiet for 5 seconds now didn't utter a word for 30 mins.

Shivaay handed over the documents and they boarded the private jet. He greeted the pilot and the staff on the board and took their seats. This was Annika's first time and she was very excited but she just couldn't show it. Shivaay saw her looking around intently with a small smile on her lips when she turned towards him their gazed locked and he smiled for her. She genuinely wanted to smile back but was scared of his reaction. She just averted his gaze and looked down. Shivaay closed his eyes resting his head on the seat.

The jet was ready to take off and Annika heard the pilot announce, " the flight to London will be of 9 hours and will land next day morning". She was stunned they were flying to USA why was the pilot announcing London, she turned around but Shivaay was asleep. She called out to the air hostess who confirmed the flight was  indeed going to London, a fear gripping her heart she didn't know what was happening. She sat there recoiled in her seat lost in her self. Shivaay opened his eyes and looked at her , he smiled thinking this is going to be the best decoy plan for people who are after Annika cause everyone knows he is going to USA except for him, khanna and now Annika. Even the flight was commercial jet and was booked under his friends name. His private jet had flown to USA. He had meticulously planned everything.

It's time to bring the smile back on his girl's face and he was determined. He put his head back again closing his eyes and a slight smirk.

"Welcome to London, Annika"!!