4 Chapter 3

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You can tame a beast heart....but you will need a lot of patience, will power and most importantly love. A forced Love-Marriage (To Beast). By Nidhi.

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Nalini POV

It was raining heavily lighting cracked the dark skies and sound of bushes rustling and howling winds grabbed my attention. Petrichor I murmured. I tiptoed from my house and started walking towards the woods after walking a while suddenly I heard an alien sound behind me, my legs and hands were trembled with fear. It seemed as if someone had buried my legs in the ground. I was not able to move a inch my body went numb.

Suddenly, a strong pair of arm encircled around my waist and I was slammed against the tree now my front was facing him and comes to face a glowing gold and reddish pair of eyes it was dense dark in forest I cannot see his features. He kept his firm grip on my wrist as I squirmed, trying to get away. He pulled me backward and his right hand fumbled in pocket for something.

I screamed on top of my lungs woke up sweating as if someone has thrown a bucket of water on me. My heart was throbbing from that scary realistic dream. But then I realized that it was a dream, but it seems to be real. My whole family came to my room after hearing my scream.

Shhhhh!..... my dad mom were consoling me it was just nightmare. I closed my eyes hoping I won't have another bad dream.

Uh! I flung my clock on the wall, yes I hate morning. I stood up lazily and got out of my cute comfy bed.

I did my morning routine and had a quick shower to awaken my numb mind. I put on black ankle length leggings, indigo print kurti which reaches my knees and a navy blue stole with it. I brushed my hairs and make a French braid of it. And I was again thinking about this weird dream, his eyes were holding unusual emotion, that make me succumbed. I pray to god to never meet him.

Cupcake.....Cupcake.... Naaaaliiiiniiiiiiiii..... are you listening? Is there anything bothering with you?.... you were zoned out for minutes. Ananya asked concerned.

No.... yes! I.... I... I'm fine"..... How do I tell her that I'm getting a strange felling everyday from the day I got mail to work with Laurens, that my life will change forever. My decision to go to New York was right or wrong. But I do not want to regret later after all you live only once.

Once my friend told me LIFE IS LIKE TESTING WATER WITHOUT DIPPING FEET IN IT, HOW CAN YOU TELL WHETHER IT IS HOT OR COLD?. Means if have to achieve something in life, then you have to take risk. NO Risk No Win.

Nalini, Gudiya....breakfast is ready..... Mummy called us fro kitchen (everyone in my family calls Ananya as Gudiya....they forgot to give me a pet name Note the sarcasm but I'm happy.)

We both walked towards the dining area, the food was already on table.....My Mom cooked aloo ki sabzi in Hindi (Spiced Potato) and puri (Indian bread) along with my fav adrak ki chai (Masala Tea with Ginger. ) The aroma made my mouth water. My stomach growled in response.

"Hey Mom"... Ananya greeted...."Where is dad" she asked while filling her plate.

"Beta in hindi ( baby) he has gone out for some urgent work..." Mom says as she puts the tea kettle on the table.

I ate like soon all food will be vanished from earth. After I was done I sighed. "Mom you are the best cook... Love you.... I'm goona miss your delicious food."

My Mom grabbed my hand "I love you too.... I will miss you my little entertainment" she said her voice cracking slightly.

My mom was really close to me we are like friends we share everything. She always dragged me to her kitie parties and I enjoyed listening to the stories of her friends . The day I arrived home me, mom, Ananya were glued together, all time. My mom was giving me special treatment preparing my favorite food kadhi chawal every other day may be that's called mom love.

Days passed rapidly now only a day left before I leave and my mom was behaving like a packing expert, she was keeping in mind that I have all things for New York. She knows I hate to travel. Travelling and packing is like climbing Mount Everest for me. As I will be away from pestering eye of my parents. So she decided to re-check the list which she made for my packing.

"Honey we have not yet taken dry fruits for you."

"Ok mom let's go to and I have to collect my dress from the laundry."

"Ok I will drive" Ananya said..... We all went to a nearby grocery store.

The day went quickly.

"I'm very tired mom, I cannot walk a step further."(Yes I'm very weak, I was born with half formed heart There is such a case in millions. Doctors were also surprised that how would I survived this long.)

"Ok Honey"....We are going home now.

Forty-five minutes later....

As I entered my living room delicious aroma hit my nostrils.....I got shocked when I watched my dad singing and cooking my fav food.

"I love you Dad I'm having the best family.... yeahhhh!" I danced like a maniac.

Nalini and Gudiya go freshen up and change I have invited Uncle Vikram's family for dinner.

Uncle Vikram is my dad's younger brother and aunt Gayatri is his wife, he has two children Aditya and Ruhi (they are younger than me).....

"Ok dad, Varsha and Parisha are on the way, the will be here in a little while."

Varsha and Parisha were my childhood friends and they were very close to me. Today we all have planned a sleepover at my house.

The dinner went well we all chatted on different things. I'm blessed to have such a supportive family and friends. This is a really precious time to me so we all enjoying every minute of it. By each passing minute my heart was shanking. But maybe this distance will teach us to cherish each moment we have spend together, the bond of love we share.

I have a early morning flight tomorrow. But nobody was in the sleeping mood, so we decided to drink masala tea and chat.

It's 4 in the morning today is the day that I was always waiting for

"Get ready everybody" Dad said authoritatively.

I wore a simple a-line dress, applied some minimal makeup and made a pony.

We all got ready within half an hour.

We reached the airport within 45 minutes.

I waved everyone with heavy heart. My mom, aunt Gayatri and Ananya left with more of whimper, Varsha and Parisha were showing unusual emotion while my dad and uncle annotated me with last bits of advice.

"I love you all..... bye..." I tried making my voice strong. I would have broken into tears, if I would have stayed there for some more time.

I turned back...I love you and miss you Mommy... I muttered, holding back tears.

The truth is that goodbyes are never easy, attachments are good but changes are essential.

Be strong Nal I tried to console myself

I checked in, after sometime announcement was made to board the flight.

I boarded the flight and settled down on my seat and prayed to Lord Ganpati (Indian God) for me and everyone's safe journey.

I started thinking about my decision. I had to trust myself.... My decision. I don't want to live a lie. I don't want to bind by my emotion..... fear of failing at my decision. I was consistently lying to myself... I was always afraid to express my views. I couldn't avoid my problems whole life so I had to face them, without tackling big challenges without obstacles nobody could reach their goal but once you shape your career you reach your desired ends, everybody will respect your view point and your decision.

After 16 hours of journey I had arrived New York. My back ached as I had been sitting for continuous 16 hour. While collecting my luggage, I saw Jhanvi waiting eagerly for me at exit point.

" Nal I missed you so much"... "me too bitch" we chuckled and hugged..... We were on our way to her home.

Suddenly

Screeeeechhhhhhhhhhhh........ Ouch!

We both step out of car to see our car bumped into a Black SUV

A tall man was holding Seth by his collar. (Seth was Jhanvi's driver)

"Can't you see where are you going?" He yelled at Seth, he was burning in anger.

He was 6ft 3 inches tall I guess, wearing an expensive charcoal grey 3 piece designer suit, his hair was dirty blonde and had grey eyes.

I hesitantly step towards him to control the situation "Look we are really sorry, it wasn't done intentionally."

He looked sideways and leaned closer to me, he stared in my eyes and licked his lips "What's your name beautiful?" My eyes drifted from his face to his chest avoiding his burning gaze. I gulped nervously.

"Are you scared of me?" He said in abnormally calm tone.

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"Do you have a boyfriend?"

Silence

"Speak." This time his voice was serious and threatening.

"No" I muffled softly.

"Well you made my day beautiful" he winked at me, I grinned widely.

I stood there confused as hell.

"Girl you alright" Jan asked concerned

"No, you already know what I have gone through in past. His actions reminded me the bitter memories of my past" I absent mindedly responded.

I didn't even realize we reached at her big Modern villa, I was so absorbed in my thoughts. Jan called the servants to take my luggage and she showed me my room. It was a medium size room with French windows and it had a pastel color scheme. A medium size bed was in middle of room with grey bed sheets, along with a cupboard at one side.

"Make yourself home, take rest and if you need something... just call me."

"Ok Jan" I nod at her.

After I unpacked my bag I decided to take a long shower to calm down my sore back. I left my hairs slightly damp and quickly changed into my simple navy blue sundress. I lay on the bed for a while and I felt asleep.

Vanasshe POV

She was beautiful, like color of rainbow so soft and fragile. Her little frame her every small detail pleases my aesthetic senses. I know I'm a womanizer but yes I'm searching for someone who is kind and generous who will be mine. I want to kiss that honey sweet lips. I want to touch that glossy skin. The way she looked away from my heated gaze made my heart shank.

Ugh I was way too rude with those three. I have become a harsh man like Jamarion.

Suddenly my phone rang.

"Yes! Marcos." I groaned

Sir you have a meeting with Mr. Blaine at club Midnight Black at 8 pm.

Ok I'll be there.

Nalini POV

I heard someone knocked my door breaking my deep sleep. "Coming."

"Nal.... Abhi is here waiting for you." Ok I'll be there in 20 min. Oh I slept for long.

Abhimanyu was Jhanvi's husband they had been married for more than 3 years. At first glance Abhi fallen in love with her. As Jhanvi is perfect definition of Indian beauty. Abhimanyu was CEO of a leading transportation company The Oberoi's Transportation based out of New York.

I freshened up and changed into a simple printed blue maxi kurti. I tied my hair in messy bun and applied kajal and orange lipstick.

After getting dressed I walk down the stairs and saw Jan and Abhi waiting for me. "Hi Nalini"... Abhi greeted me with a welcoming smile.

"Hey Jiju in Hindi (brother in law) I mean Abhi"... I teased him with a smirk we all laughed. "Ok let's eat I'm hungry".... Abhi said. We walked in dining room dinner was already on table.

"So Nalini when will you join Lauren's" Abhi asked.

"Tomorrow" I replied my mouth full of food.

"Ok don't be nervous they are leading name in International Fashion, billionaires across world are their regular clients."

"Wow". Jhanvi replied

"Yeah I'll work hard I won't gave up that easily. I'll prove myself." I said proudly.

After 1 hour

I prepared everything for the next day and set my alarm for 6 am. After talking to Mom and Dad on the phone, I was chatting with Gargi then my eyes began to be heavy and I drifted to sleep.

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