15 days later...

It took 15 days for Shehnaaz to recover properly
Now she was fit and fine and was ready to take charge.

In these 15 days Siddharth never missed any chance to meet her.. to pamper her.. to hold her.
He was trying to collect all the good memories with her.. because he was sure that whatever he is doing these memories will be the only good things he will have of her.

Also, both Siddharth and Shehnaaz had come on common terms for the investment of Shukla Enterprises in Gill Events.

Today Shehnaaz was going to Kushal's office for signing the contract.

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At Kushal's office.

Siddharth was sitting with a very emotionless face.
Kushal was getting worried seeing him like this.

Kushal: Siddharth kya hua hai? Aisa muh kyu banake baitha hai.

Siddharth looked at him with helplessness and spoke

Siddharth: mai kho dunga usko aaj

Kushal left an irritated sigh.

Kushal knew everything about Siddharth's plan from the beginning..
But he also knew what Siddharth has been feeling since then.
He was happy that finally his friend has fallen for someone.
He thought that after accepting his feelings he will stop this "revenge" story and move on.
But ever since Siddharth has decided to fulfill his promise he has been trying to put sense in his head  but Siddharth being adamant to fulfill his promise.

Even today Siddharth is sitting in his office with this helpless expression
His plan is working properly.. Shehnaaz is doing everything what he wants her to do but still he is not happy...

Kushal: toh kyu kar raha hai yeh sab Siddharth? Mat kar yeh sab.. chod dey zid.. usko sab sach bata dey.. and aage badh.

Siddharth: Asim se wada kia tha maine

Kushal: tujhe kya lagta hai .. jab Asim ko pata chalega that tune kya kia toh woh khush hoga?

Siddharth: it's too late to back off now.. baat bahut aage badh chuki hai.
Jo shuru Kia hai woh khatam hoga.
Fir hogi nayi shruwaat..

Kushal huffed and sat back on his chair.

After few minutes Shehnaaz entered his office.

Siddharth's face lit up seeing her.

Dressed in a black formal jumpsuit, black heels, messy bun and nude make up she was looking amazing.

She came and hugged Siddharth

Siddharth hugged her like his life was dependent on it.

She came out of the hug looked at him and smiled.

Siddharth was very emotionally vulnerable today.. he did not trust his own words that is why he just kissed her forehead.

Kushal cleared his throat and brought them back to Earth

She instantly backed off and Siddharth suddenly felt cold.. he instantly started missing her warmth.
He just wanted to keep her in his embrace forever.

Siddharth (in mind): Soon baby soon you will be in my arms for life.. I will make sure of it.
I will do anything and everything to get you back.

He came out of his world of thoughts when Kushal and Shehnaaz started speaking.

Kushal: so Shehnaaz I have prepared the contract according to both our agreed terms.

He then hands her the contract papers.
She was about to sign when Siddharth spoke

Siddharth: ek baar padh toh lo

Shehnaaz: Siddharth teri company kar rahi hai invest..
Bharosa karti hu tujhpe.. I dont need to read it..
Kaisi baat kar raha hai.

Both Siddharth and Kushal closed their eyes in helplessness.
They both knew what was going to happen if she signs those papers.
Along with Siddharth even Kushal was drifting in guilt.
The girl in front of them was trusting them so much.. and they were the reason for all the problems and miseries of her life.

And she instantly signed the papers and handed it to Kushal.

Kushal: congratulations Shehnaaz

Shehnaaz smiled

Shehnaaz: thank you.

Siddharth went towards her and took her in his embrace.
He could not face her anymore. He hid her in his arms.
Today was the day when he was gonna take a very drastic step towards his plan and the beginning was already done with signing this contract.

Siddharth: this calls for a celebration.. let me take you out for dinner today.

Shehnaaz smiled and nodded.

She came out of his embrace.. and was about to leave when Kushal called her.
She turned back and Kushal could not take it..
He practically ran towards her and hugged her tightly

Kushal: Shehnaaz life mai kabhi bhi meri zarurat pade toh I am always there.
Mai bhale Siddharth ka dost hu par you can always count on me.
Promise me that you will straight away come to me.

Shehnaaz was confused that why he was asking for such a promise.
But nothenless she smiled and nodded.

Siddharth understood why was Kushal asking for this promise
He turned his face from the scene.
It was killing him slowly with each passing minute.

Shehnaaz and Kushal broke their hug and she left saying a bye to both of them.

Kushal: abhi bhi time hai Siddharth soch lay.. sab theek ho sakta hai..
Par aaj ki raat nikal gai na fir kuch bhi nai ho payega.

Siddharth: woh meri hai Kushal.. and I will make sure that it stays like that forever.

Kushal sighed
He just hoped that whatever his friend is counting on goes his way..
If things go wrong.. he will lose Siddharth as well.

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At Gill Mansion.

Shehnaaz was very happy today.. after so many days there was a genuine smile on her face.

"Siddharth" the only name the only person who was the reason for it.

She had fallen for him badly and it was to much mehnat to oppose it because it was impossible.

She had accepted it the day when he came rushing to her when she was admitted to the hospital.

She has not told him yet because of her company's condition.. but now since Siddharth has sorted all the problems she has decided to confess her feelings for her.

Shehnaaz (in mind): aaj mauka bhi acha hai.. Siddharth ki wajah se papa ka sapna bhi tutne se bach gaya..
Aaj sahi din hai...mai usse bata dungi ke mai pyaar karne lagi hu usse.

She blushed on her own thoughts.
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In the evening:

Siddharth had reached her place and was waiting for her leaning on his car.

He was wearing a black shirt and blue jeans...

His breath hitched when he saw hi jaan walking towards him in a red gown and red lipstick.
(Siddharth ke birthday wala look)

Oh dear lord.. how beautiful she looked..

She came in front of him and hugged him.

He froze looking at her so did not hug her back.

She realized it and shook him.. he came back to the world.

Shehnaaz: kya hua Siddharth?

Siddharth: jaan lay le meri..

Shehnaaz was confused.

Shehnaaz: aisa kyu bol raha hai?

Siddharth: kaatil lag rahi hai baby tu aaj.. toh jaan leni toh banti hai..

Shehnaaz blushed on his shameless flirting.

Shehnaaz: chale ab?

Siddharth nodded and opened the passenger seat door for her.
Once she slid in he closed the door and went to the other side.. took the wheel and drove to the destination

Both of them did not talk throughout the way..
Both of them were in their own thoughts.

Shehnaaz (in mind): aaj mai hamesha ke liye tujhe apna bana lungi Siddharth

Siddharth (in mind): aaj mai tujhe hamesha ke liye kho dunga meri jaan

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Done for the day!

Both of them have different expectations from night..
Let's see what happens

See you guys tomorrow 😁💛