The rain continued to pour relentlessly over Indarpuri, washing the streets in layers of shimmering water. Dhruvi sat at the breakfast table, her mind still lingering on the conversation with her mother. She watched as her siblings bickered over the last piece of toast, a faint smile creeping onto her lips. In that moment, the worries of the world felt distant, and the sounds of laughter filled the air.
“Did you hear that?” Krish suddenly exclaimed, his eyes wide with excitement. “There’s a rumor that Rehaan Mehra is visiting Indarpuri this week!”
Niharika’s eyes sparkled with mischief. “What if he comes to our college? I’d love to see that arrogant CEO in person!”
Dhruvi’s heart skipped a beat. She had heard stories about Rehaan Mehra—the ruthless businessman known for his sharp wit and unforgiving nature. But what would he be doing in their small town? The thought intrigued her, but she pushed it aside, reminding herself of her responsibilities with the NGO.
“Focus on your studies, both of you,” Dhruvi chided gently, her tone firm yet playful. “You don’t want to end up like your friend Niharika.”
Her sister rolled her eyes dramatically, but a smile broke through as they finished breakfast.
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[AT MEHRA F&D CORPORATION]
Rehaan sat in his office, staring out at the rain-soaked cityscape. The gunshot from earlier had sent a shiver down his spine. Tension had been rising at the company ever since the theft of their designs, and he couldn't shake the feeling that someone close to him was involved. He turned to his assistant, Tanisha, who entered the room with a stack of files in her hands.
“Sir, we need to discuss the upcoming charity event,” she began, but Rehaan interrupted.
“No, we need to focus on finding the traitor in our midst. I want all employees questioned, starting with the design team.” His voice was cold, and Tanisha nodded, sensing the weight of his frustration.
“Understood. I’ll arrange the meetings,” she replied, her tone respectful but cautious.
As she turned to leave, Rehaan’s eyes fell on a photograph on his desk—a picture of his family, smiling together before everything changed. The loss had hardened him, and his heart ached for a time when love had not felt like a weakness.
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[AT DHRUVI’S COLLEGE]
The rain finally subsided as Dhruvi and Radhika entered the college campus, the air fresh and invigorating. Radhika, with her vibrant personality, had been the perfect balance to Dhruvi's contemplative nature.
“Did you hear about the CEO coming to town?” Radhika asked, her eyes gleaming. “What if he notices our NGO? Maybe we can convince him to support us!”
Dhruvi shrugged, feeling a mixture of hope and skepticism. “It’s just a rumor. Besides, even if he does come, I doubt someone like him would care about the struggles of our community.”
Just then, a commotion erupted near the entrance, drawing their attention. A crowd had gathered, and whispers filled the air. Dhruvi’s curiosity piqued, she pushed through the throng to find a large banner announcing a charity event hosted by none other than Rehaan Mehra.
“Looks like he’s serious about helping out,” Radhika said, her excitement palpable. “We should definitely participate!”
Dhruvi nodded, her heart racing. This was an opportunity they couldn’t miss. If Rehaan was indeed interested in charity, perhaps she could reach him, share her vision, and make a real difference.
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[BACK AT MEHRA F&D CORPORATION]
Rehaan stood outside the conference room, his mind racing with thoughts of the charity event. He had reluctantly agreed to support it, but deep down, he felt the weight of his past looming over him. The door swung open, and his team walked out, their faces etched with concern.
“Sir, we’ve identified a few possible suspects regarding the leak,” one of the team members spoke cautiously.
“Good. I want to deal with this quickly and decisively,” Rehaan replied, his voice steely.
Suddenly, his phone buzzed. It was a message from Tanisha: “I’ve arranged the charity event details. Dhruvi Gupta will be there.”
Rehaan’s heart raced. Dhruvi Gupta. He had heard her name whispered in circles—a student with a heart of gold running an NGO. The thought of crossing paths with her stirred something within him—a flicker of curiosity mingled with an emotion he could hardly name.
Rehaan : mujhe iss ladki kaa naam sunkar itni bechaini kyu horhi hai(he mumbled in himself confusingly)...
Keeping his thoughts aside rehaan again engaged himself in his office work.
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As the day drew to a close, both Dhruvi and Rehaan found themselves standing on opposite sides of a turning point in their lives. The charity event loomed ahead, a chance meeting waiting to unfold. Unbeknownst to them, the rain that had washed over Indarpuri had also washed away the boundaries of their worlds, bringing them closer to a collision that would change everything.
And as the clouds parted, the sun emerged, casting a golden hue over the town—an omen of the challenges and revelations to come.
[*ON THE DAY OF CHARITY EVENT*]
Dhruvi was wearing a beautiful anarkali suit with minimal makeup on her face she was looking so gorgeous even in this simple look..suddenly her phone buzzed getting her attention she recieved the call it was from her bestie radhika..
Radhika : Dhruvi come fast to the NGO i have checked all the preparations regarding to this event but i want you to check it once more..
Dhruvi : Aarhi hu mai bas 5 min mai pahuch jaungi tum yaaad se bacho ko breakfast krwa dena kuki event late tak chalega i don't want them to feel sick or dehydrated please..
Radhika : Haa meri jaan mai sab dekh lungi you don't worry come fast!!
Dhruvi wants to go to temple before going to NGO for seeking blessings from bholenath.
[*At Temple*]
Dhruvi : Shiv ji aapko pta hai aaj humare NGO ke liye kitna bada din hai agar sab kuch acha raha to hum bhut se logo ki madat kar sakte hai shiv jii,bholenath aap bas apni kripadrishti banaye rakhna..OM NAMAH SHIVAAY.
After seeking blessings from bholenath she was descending the stairs of the temple.
[*OUTSIDE THE TEMPLE*]
REHAANS'S caravan of cars was going on the road there were atleast twenty to twenty-five rolls-royce that were running on the road. Suddenly Rehaan saw the temple from his car's window, don't know why but suddenly he instructs the driver to stop the car and he get out from it.
Rehaan's feet automatically started to taking him closer to the temple, but suddenly he's steps halted, he started remembering his past traumas , his mother's giggling sound his father's banter he closed his eyes and after a few minutes when he again open them they were empty there were nothing ,his eye's are totally empty no anger no pain his eyes were not reflecting anything... he starts going back but suddenly he heard some voice....
[*DHRUVI'S POV*]
When i came out from the temple i saw that there were some kids who are selling gajra in this hot afternoon , i felt bad but i kept a small smile on my face and came near to those children and ask one of them that how much a piece of gajra cost..
Didi hum to ek gajra 50 rupey mai derhe hai (sister i'm selling a gajra for 50 rs)
I ruffeled his hairs and said him to call all his friends who're selling gajra along with him..
he called all of them and i said them to pack all the gajras for me and i gave them the money ...and trust me if i say that there faces are the most beautiful ones with those smiles then i'm not lying they all run towards me and hugged me so tightly the laughter echoed in the air they all kissed my cheecks one by one and it feels so overwhelming my eyes are again filled with tears...Arghhhhhh i'm so a crybaby but trust me they are happy tears ....
kabhi kisi ke khushi ka kaaran banke dekho, tumhe lgega tumse behtar insaan koi nhi...(nasihat from your author)
[*Rehaan's pov*]
I heard the loud sounds of laughter that are coming from the temple gate when i moved a little closer , there were a lots a children that are hugging someone and when they move aside I SAW HER a beautiful angel wrapped in a beautiful royal blue simple anarkali suit HER SMILE , her that smile was doing something in my heart i saw the children kissing her cheecks one by one she also gave kisses to them ... and then a rickshaw stop near her and she waved her hand towards the children and sat in the auto rickshaw and the rickshaw was gone...SHE WAS GONE and i'm still stood there lost in her .......ummm...smile!!
Suddenly my assistant Tanisha called me from behind and then i came out from the spell and move towards my car and WOWWW i'm late for the charity event now!!!!
[*to be continued*]
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