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"DEV LOVES SONAKSHI, SONAKSHI LOVES DEV"

As soon as both Jatin and Avni spoke there was shock and surprise written on their faces respectively. They were not sure whether they had heard it right, it was Avni who was first to come out of the shock.

"What did you just say? Sonakshi loves Dev? she asked in a confused tone as Jatin replied.

"Yes, she loves Dev? But wait a minute, you just said that Dev loves Sonakshi as well? Jatin asked being as confused as Avni. Avni nodded in a Yes with a bright smile on her face leaving Jatin more confused, all these days he felt that Dev and Avni were in a romantic relationship but right now the joy on her face conveyed something else, he knew he needed to get rid of his confusion.

"Aren't you Unhappy?" he asked as Avni looked at him in confusion

"Why would I be unhappy?" she asked as in an instant Jatin replied.

"Because I thought you lo..." he blurted but stopped the next moment unable to understand how to put it before Avni, while on one side his brain told him that he did not have the right to ask anything about the relationship she shared with Dev but on the other side who would make his heart understand the same, the very heart which loved Avni immensely and hoped that one day she will become his once again.

"You thought I...?" questioned Avni as Jatin kept quiet while looking down unable to meet her eyes, it was then it dawned to Avni what Jatin was trying to say.

"You thought that I love Dev right??" she asked as Jatin looked everywhere but at her which confirmed Avni's doubts and the very next moment she burst out laughing as Jatin looked at her while between her laughs Avni said "You thought...Hahaha...How could you...Hahaha" as Jatin looked embarrassed for making a fool out of himself, he looked at Avni once again and that's when he noticed her laugh, it was first time since they had met after six years that she was laughing before him without any apprehension. How he missed this laugh of her which was first thing in her to which he had been attracted to, the child like laugh which conveyed an unbridled joy and happiness. He was elated that Avni did not love Dev and the hope of getting his love back grew stronger in him.

As Avni calmed down she felt Jatin's intense gaze on her as she grew conscious, she mentally scolded herself for acting like that before him, it was then that something stuck her mind as she asked, "By the way why did you think that I loved Dev?" as he stood quietly while Avni continued "We are childhood friends, in fact best friends and there's nothing more between us other than that" she finished unable to understand why she felt like justifying her relationship with Dev before Jatin who was happy that Avni was finally comfortable talking to him in a relaxed way.

"Anyways we need to get back to our work Mr. Roy, we are not here to discuss anyone's love life" said Avni trying to get control over her feelings as well as the situation, all these days though she pretended in front of everyone that she was happy but inside she was dying ever since Jatin had come back in her life. The love for him which she thought had died was resurfacing back and she hated that as it made her vulnerable which she did not want, not before Jatin. All this while Jatin was observing her closely.

"Avni, I wanted your help regarding Dev and Sonakshi" he said catching her by surprise, he had addressed her by her first name and was waiting for her to retort back.

"What are you talking about?" she asked as Jatin smiled, happy at the fact she did not say anything with respect to the use of her first name by him.

"Actually...Actually Sonakshi feels that Dev would not reciprocate to her love" he said as Avni seemed surprised listening to him.

"And why would be that? Did Sonakshi tell you something?" asked Avni as Jatin replied "No actually yesterday she was discussing about this with my sister Elena and I by chance had heard their conversation, that's how I came to know about her love for Dev" he said as Avni nodded her head.

"She fears that Dev would not love a middle-class girl and choose her as his life partner" he added conveying Sonakshi's fear to Avni who slapped her and replied.

"This girl I tell you, is she a fool? No wonder she is your sister" said Avni as Jatin's eyes widened "What do you mean by that" he said as Avni bit her tongue, in a flow she called him a fool.

"No...Nothing" Avni stammered and quickly added "I can understand her fear but in all these days she should have understood that money or status does not matter to Dev, all that matters to him is how's the person" she said as Jatin nodded smiling at his sister's foolishness.

"And on top of that Dev hiding his identity from her also has added to her apprehension" said Jatin as Avni slapped her head once again, she could understand why Sonakshi thought so but at the same time she also knew that her fears could be allayed and there was only one person who could do that. She could now understand what Dev had said about Sonakshi being upset.

"What are you thinking?" asked Jatin seeing Avni in deep thought as she replied mindlessly "Obviously about how to make Dev & Sonakshi meet with each other so that they can talk Dumbo" she said but the very next moment she bit her lips once again, it was second time she had done that in the last few minutes, on the other hand Jatin had a small smile on his face, it was just like the old days when she would be annoyed with him.

"I...I am sorry" she said as Jatin replied with a smile "It's alright, anyways do you have any plan?" he asked

"Well...Yes I do have a way but for that I need your help" she said as Jatin replied "And what would be that?"

Avni then went on to reveal her plan to make the two meet and help them clear the misunderstandings as well as give them a chance to express their feelings to each other, as Jatin heard her a smile formed on his face, he knew what Avni said would work but then he had his doubts.

"Do you think Dev will agree? And then what about Sonakshi, will she agree?" asked Jatin as Avni replied "Of course It's my decision so they will have to and even if they don't I will make sure they change their decision" she said in an authoritative voice as Jatin chuckled but very next moment gulped down seeing Avni's glare directed towards him.

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While on one hand an estranged couple were trying to find ways to unite the couple who had fallen in love with each other, the couple themselves were dwelling in their own thoughts & fears. Sonakshi had woken up to the news of the truth regarding the incident coming out in the open and was thankful that she along with her colleagues could come of the trouble unscathed but then her thoughts again went back to Dev and her newly realized love for him. Elena had asked her to call Dev and if possible meet him so that she could talk to him and maybe express her feelings but it was easier said than done, for the past half an hour she was just sitting with her phone unable to understand how to start the conversation, she would dial his number but then cut it, she would type a message but then could never send it. Only one thing was going on in her mind, it was easy to fall in love but expressing it was probably the toughest part.

Dev's thoughts were no different from Sonakshi, even he thought of calling or messaging her but then was unsure of her reaction after the reply she had given last night. So lost was he in her thoughts that he did see Avni entering his cabin and observing her friend for the last five minutes, his expressions were varying by the minute. Sometimes he would smile foolishly and then suddenly turn morose, unable to hold anymore Avni spoke.

"Thinking about Sonakshi buddy?" she asked as Dev came out of his trance as he replied "What...No...Not at all" he fumbled while Avni let out a laugh

"Haha...Just look at your face, it's as if somebody caught you doing something inappropriate" she teased him while scratched the back of his head looking embarrassed while Avni added "If you are getting so restless why don't you call her?"

"I don't know Avni how she will react?" Dev said as Avni sighed, her friend really needed classes on love.

"Anyways leave this, tell me what brings you here?" Dev asked trying to change the topic while Avni replied "Oh, yes Actually I wanted to speak about the models for the Ad we are making" she said

"What about it?" asked Dev but before she could reply the cabin door opened and in walked Rajeev as both Dev and Avni got up from their seats.

"Dev, Avni I want to meet the cabin crew which was on the flight yesterday, Can you ask Tina to arrange a meeting with them say in another couple of hours?" asked Rajeev as both nodded in agreement as turned to leave, just before he left he stopped and spoke.

"By the way Dev, I am having a meeting with the Finance team and I want you to come along" said Rajeev as Dev nodded in agreement and before leaving requested Avni to take care of Rajeev's request and left.

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At the Bose house Sonakshi bid her Nani a goodbye and left for the Airlines headquarters. She was befuddled when half an hour earlier she got a call from the Airlines asking her to be there in an hour as the CEO wanted to meet them, she was confused and a tiny fear gnawed her heart but Nani tried to allay to her fears and after taking her blessings Sonakshi left wondering what was in store.

After Sonakshi left Nani settled down with a novel, Asha had gone to her friend's house and would return only a couple of hours later while Elena and Jatin had left for their college and work respectively. Bijoy also had gone out to meet his retired friends and would return only in the evening. Finally finding some alone time Nani had settled down with the novel she was intending to read from the past few days, she had just started reading the book when the doorbell rang, wondering who it was she got up and opened the door, but as she saw the person standing in front of her she was surprised as she spoke

"NIRMALA TUM?"

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While on the other hand the cabin crew was waiting in the conference room at MYSTIQUE along with Avni & Christo waiting for Rajeev to arrive, each of them was a confused state as to why they were called. Just then Rajeev and Dev entered as everyone stood up, gesturing everyone to settle down Rajeev spoke.

"Good afternoon Everyone, I am Rajeev Dixit, CEO of MYSTIQUE. I hope everyone is doing good" he said and paused as everyone nodded their heads while he continued "First of all, I am really sorry for asking every one of you to come in such a short notice but I will be flying out of the country today evening and so wanted to speak to you all before leaving" he said as everyone was surprised seeing him justify himself when he didn't need to that and waited for him to continue.

"So, let me come directly as to why I wanted to speak with you guys. I know that yesterday was quite stressful for you guys with all that had happened but I wanted to congratulate you all for handling it so well. And I am happy that you all stood up to the principals for which MYSTIQUE prides itself. As an organization there are somethings which we cannot tolerate and harassment at work is one of them. And I am glad that you all have followed the same principals" he said as everyone looked at him in awe, he really did not need to do this but taking time out from his busy schedule for them showed how much he cared for his employees as Rajeev continued.

"Sonakshi I am happy that you had taken a stand for your colleague, Reena I am happy that you chose to file a complaint against the miscreants something which most of us are afraid to do for the fear of the society, so well done. Gauri & Payal I am happy that you have supported your colleagues. Really well done to all of you. I hope you all continued to hold the same values in the future as well" he said as once again everyone was amazed

"And finally, Dev, Avni and Christo. I congratulate you guys for taking the right steps in ensuring that the Airlines as well as our employees do not face media scrutiny and getting to the crux of the matter in such a short time, so well done. Also convey my wishes to Ranveer as well" he said as the trio nodded.

"Anyways I need to rush for a meeting guys. So well done once again and all the best" he finished as everyone nodded and got up. Bidding them a goodbye Rajeev left while the cabin crew was left speechless as Dev and Avni looked on, it was nothing new for them. Just as they were about to disperse Avni stopped them.

"Just a moment guys, I need to make an announcement" she said as everyone waited, she picked up the intercom and asked her secretary to send the person sitting in her cabin.

After some time Jatin entered the conference room, as soon as Sonakshi saw him she was shocked to the core, she could not understand what Jatin was doing there as Avni spoke.

"So guys, this is Mr.Jatin Roy. He is the Creative head of DELPHIC AD Agency. I know you all are confused so let me clear your confusion" she said and paused letting the information sink in and continued after that "So we are running an Ad campaign for our Airlines and as a part of it we are making an AD. And in this regard we both have taken a decision" she said and looked towards Jatin while everyone waited for her to continue but what she spoke next shocked everyone.

"WE WANT THAT ALL OF YOU BE A PART OF THIS AD AND ACT IN IT"

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PRECAP - WHAT WILL BE SONAKSHI's DECISION?? 🤔WILL SHE ACCEPT?? 🤔🤔WHY IS DADI AT BOSE HOUSE ??🤔🤔🤔