** Thunder rumbled **

** Camera clicks **

** Muffled voices **

- TAKE 1 ! START !

Host -  Welcome, everyone! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with an incredibly talented actress who has captivated audiences with her performance in one of the biggest blockbuster franchises in Indian cinema - KGF.  Known for her versatility and charisma, she brought depth to the character of Reena Desai, a pivotal role that added emotional weight to the story.

**Camera clicks**

Host -  Please join me in welcoming the phenomenal Srinidhi Shetty! We're excited to hear about her experiences filming KGF, the challenges she faced, and what it was like to be part of such a groundbreaking project. Thank you for joining us today!

Srinidhi - Thank you all too for inviting me. I'm happy to share about the experiences I've went through with my fans as well. 

The camera zoomed onto her as she gave a warm smile. 

Host - I have heard that the fans all over the world has gone wild when both the movies has won such great awards and with the perfect cast for the main characters as well.  How has the response from fans impacted your career after KGF?

Srinidhi - The incredible support from fans has been overwhelming and inspires me to take on more challenging roles, reminding me that my work truly resonates with people and makes all the hard work worthwhile.

Host - What wonderful answer Ms. Srinidhi. As expected of our Mother of KGF. 

Srinidhi smiled and chuckled. 

Srinidhi - You flatter me. I truly thank for all the wonderful comments and recognitions I've gained from the fans. 

Host - Since, Reena Desai has died in the movie and the recent response from the official page that Reena won't be on screen for the next part. The fans are really curious as to what's next for you? Any upcoming projects you can share?

Srinidhi - At the moment, I'm exploring various options but haven't committed to anything specific yet. Since, it hasn't been long since the movie and everything has been finished yet, I'm taking my time to find the right project. 

Host - Recently....There's been quite some stir as to your own personal matters. Do you mind if we discuss about it? 

**Heart beats rapidly**

Srinidhi looked over to her manager signing to not talk about it if she can't handle it. She bit her lip as she looked at the host while giving a small smile. 

**Small but heavy breaths**

Srinidhi - Sure, Why not?

She smiled widely as the host nodded excitedly and looked for the question cards. She leaned over and took a small sip of the water to control herself. 

She knew what was going to come ad she prayed to just have the strength to stand as it passes by.  

Host - Some say that your family opposed to this career choice of yours. How do you cope with family pressure regarding your public image?

**Heart beats rapidly**

Srinidhi - Family pressure can be tough, Every single person in this world suffers from it. But I've turned it into motivation to define my own identity. I focus on the support I receive from fans and friends, which helps me stay grounded.

**Slow Pants**

**Camera clicks**

Host - Then what about the rumors surrounding your family and you? Have you ever thought about it? Like whether the fans are wondering if it's true or not? 

**Slow pants**

Manager - I think that's enough for today's interview. I'm afraid that Miss Shetty has prior appointments and needs to prepare for it. 

Srinidhi - No....It's okay...

Manager - No it's not. Please Ma'am, We're already late to the shoot. 

Srinidhi sighed as everyone nodded and wrapped up the interview. Her manager handed over a soft drink and nodded while looking away. She took it with a small smile. 

Srinidhi - I'm not mad at you, okay?

Manager - But I am! I told you to wrap it up if it was harder for you. Didn't I?

She gave a slight nod as she took a sip of the drink. Feeling all the anxiety and nervousness from before fade away as the coldness of the drink went in. 

Manager - Sri! 

Her eyes widened when her manager called her by the nickname given to her by her mother. She smiled slightly and patted his shoulder. 

Srinidhi - There's nothing to worry Shravan.....I'll be alright. 

Shravan sighed as he nodded not wanting to push her when he knows that if she says she's fine then she is. They made their way towards the parking lot before getting into a tight spot with her fans. 

Srinidhi smiled looking at the vast number of fans and signed autographs and took pictures with them. 

**Thud!**

Fans - Ah! This old lady is here again....Why does she keep on coming to every event and blocking us..........

Fans - Grandma !! What can't you move somewhere else? 

Fans - Ahh !! Just go away! We're finally seeing our goddess!!!

Srinidhi stopped in her tracks and looked behind. Her eyes squinted while looking at struggling, as the feeling felt familiar as second passed by. She shook off the thoughts and ordered the guards to help her. 

Shravan - Help her and drop her off to the side properly....

The guards nodded and took care of the old woman, Srinidhi moved away from the crowd and hopped into the van.  The old woman smiled at her as Srinidhi kept her hand on the old woman's image on the window, wondering why she had a familiar feeling with her. 

**Tick Tick**

At her house - 

Srinidhi - What's the next event? 

She plopped herself on the couch and took a breather. Her manager sitting on the chair opposite to it. A sigh left her lips as she stared at the ceiling. 

Shravan - I cancelled everything for the next two days. 

Her eyes fluttered open in shock as she sat straight and looked at him. Her eyes demanding a response from the other one while he looked everywhere but her. 

Srinidhi -  May I know the reason why?

Shravan - You don't need me to tell you! You saw what happened back there-

Srinidhi - It was just a fleeting moment. 

She cut him off while massaging her temple. He sighed and shook his head. 

Shravan - No. This is not happening.....What if you had a seizure like before? What happens then? Do you think the media will let you be? 

Srinidhi's eyes dropped down as she sighed. If that happens again  then nothing can be done, She would lose everything and go back to the hellhole. 

Srinidhi - But it didn't! So! Stop making it big and let's just continue with it. 

Shravan - I've contacted the agency and PD wants you to take 3 days off.

Srinidhi - What am I gonna do for 3 days? Sit around and sleep all day. 

Shravan - EXACTLY! Now I'll be leaving. Your schedule starts after 3 days , so don't laze around too much and exercise a bit to keep your shape. 

Srinidhi rolled her eyes and held Shravan's wrist. He sighed again and looked at her while holding her hands. 

Shravan - REST! I mean it. Please, Sri...

Srinidhi sighed and nodded as he left.  The door closed as she looked around, the silence engulfing her as a warm hug. She laid down on the pillows and closed her eyes. 

" Maybe a rest won't be too bad....."

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**Crack**

**Soft breathing**

**Crack**

**Footsteps preceding **

**Soft breathing**

**Slicing whisper**

**Footsteps stops**

**Heavy breathing**

- Look at you......

The fingers caressed the sleeping figure. The slicing whisper of the blade meddled with the silence accompanying along with the soft snores. 

- Looks like you've been living quite well. Aren't you? 

The finger made their way up to her hair as she squirmed. 

- Nobody's gonna know ,right? Nobody's gonna care ,right?

She whimpered in her sleep , the disturbance of the unfamiliar hands onto her shadows. The hands stopped as it took the blade above her. 

- Just like before..........

The blade shining as it comes across the peaceful moonshine. 

-  Sweet dreams , Srinidhi Shetty...........

**THUD!!**

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Back At KGF - 

**GUNSHOT**

**Whimpered breathing**

**GUNSHOT**

**Footsteps Preceding**

**CLANG**

**Footsteps stop**

He crouched down to the level of the maids hiding under the table. He looked around before motioning to them. 

- Gun?

The maids nodded in fear not before spilling the juice with another one of the same shot when it was directed near them.

- Give that to me...

He motioned towards them while they shook their head as no. 

Maids - She's furious as hell, who knows what she might do? 

- Just give it. 

With the glass in his hand, he walked down the hallway only to stop when he saw his guards standing in front of the door while shaking in fear as the bullets fired across them. 

He smirked as the guards opened the door. The guards he commanded earlier was standing firmly as the shots fired across him, shattering the glass vases into pieces. 

He stopped as the rifle's muzzle aimed at his heart. He drew in a sharp breath as the gun's owner pressed it more firmly against him. 

- Why? 

His voice was soft yet seductive. The gun pressed even further more. 

? - What the hell are you doing here? 

He smirked seeing her expression, as if she's ready to kill him right there. 

- That's my girl...

- You're in my kingdom, Shona. Don't you remember them escorting you here?

He motioned to the guards earlier. She scoffed, the gun lowering slightly, but her grip tightened as she gritted her teeth.

? - The hell I did. You dragged me here after killing my family, you murderer. 

He sighed in frustration, the past events flashing across his mind. The way she begged, the way her hand gripped on his leg begging him to let them go, the way the Desai mansion fell down like a fallen angel. 

But the real fallen angel was in front of her. Her face slightly covered in the ashes from before, her dress crumbled, her hair shuffled but beautiful like the wavy clouds in the dark-filled sky and her eyes..............

Her eyes was as usual......

Fierce yet radiant........

- Put the gun down and take some rest, Shona. 

She aimed it again as soon as he said those words. He sighed and looked behind her, seeing the bed decorated with flowers and such. 

- Looks like our boys decorated it a tad too much when I said that you're a bit sophisticated.

 He grabbed the gun with one hand and placed the glass on the table with the other. She sat down with defeat. 

- Take some rest and look around. Hope you will feel at home considering the fact that this is the largest room around here. 

He walked backwards, his gaze never leaving her eyes. 

- Oh! and one more thing....don't wander off and come near mine. Who knows what might happen in the dead of the night....

He wandered his words off as her eyes filled with disgust. 

- People will talk if a man and a woman.....all alone in the room in the dead of the night. So, I'll take my leave....

The door closed with the guards and the maids leaving along with him. The soft mattress pulled in as she laid down. 

The soft breeze filling the room as she let her tears fall. The tears she'd been holding long back, the tears of not being able to do anything. 

Her soft sobs engulfed the breeze as she held the quilt tighter. The tighter she held it, the harder she sobbed. 

Her painful memories she locked deep down her heart finally made their way up. Her sobs muffled as she grabbed the quilt with her mouth, not letting the guards outside to know that's she's been crying. 

She sobbed for a long time before falling into a deep slumber. The memories slowing down in her mind as she closed her eyes. 

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- She cried. 

She lay quietly, dried tears glistening on her cheeks as rough yet gentle fingers brushed against her face. The mattress dipped under the weight of the new presence beside her.

- Oh....How I wish to take the pain away from you....

He murmured, his voice low, filled with regret and resolve.

Taking her hands in his, he gave them a soft, reassuring squeeze. 

- I was not able to do anything before.....But...

As the bracelet slipped down her delicate wrist, his hand shifted to cradle her foot. 

His voice was a whispered vow.

- I promise I will save you now, My Luna. 

The moon cast its gentle glow across the room, bathing everything in silver light and illuminating the anklet on her ankle with its small moon pendant, perfectly matched to the bracelet.

- Wait for me, Luna.......I'll find my way to you. 

He leaned closer, but paused, hesitating. His eyes flickered with emotion, tears glistening as he realized she remained blissfully unaware of his presence and intentions.

- No matter what it costs.

**Creak**

**Door opens**

**Wind rustling**

**Sheet shuffles**

- Shona? 

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Hey Guys!!!!! Hope you guys like this as well!!! The series might contain some adult contents as to murder and thriller kinda stuff. So please don't be triggered or anything. 

Thank you all for your votes and everything. 

Happy reading !!!! 

TEST: 

Try to figure out who the two intruders who came on screen while Srinidhi and Reena was sleeping. 

Are they somewhat connected with each other? 

HEHEHE. Find out and comment.. 

- Nini.