Chapter 40

Thinking about that, Diya had done nothing to him since the day they met. He saved her from getting raped, married her without question when she asked him to, helped her mother with dealing with Balu, and put Manav and Ananya in their place. It was always him.

Diya decided to meet him in his office today for lunch as it was her off day. He had always been cooking for her so this time she would surprise him with her cooking. She had been learning a few recipes from the housekeeper.

Diya cooked his favorite dishes and packed them in a lunch box. The chauffeur dropped her in front of AJ Empire. Although it was her third time there, the building never failed to amaze her. And each time she felt more proud of Ajay.

The receptionist immediately smiled at her. "Sorry madam. Sir's not in the office. He went out this morning for an appointment.". All the excitement Diya felt flew away. She should've asked him first. She thanked her and dejectedly walked to the car.

She passed the lunch to the chauffeur and asked him to have it. She declined his offer to call Ajay with a "Let's not disturb him." and told him to go back to the mansion. She wanted to be alone. Diya knew she would be fine in a while as she was just a little disappointed at that time so she decided to take a walk near the building to clear her head.

She didn't notice that she had entered a deserted street after aimlessly walking until hitting a dead end. Diya was about to turn back when she felt a sting on her neck and everything went black.

Ajay was getting tired of the staring game between him and Akhil. He received a call from him this morning asking to meet as soon as possible. "Are you going to talk or not? If not I'll leave. I have plans.". Akhil laughed, "Look at you being so impatient. She does have you wrapped around her pinky." he momentarily stopped and said, "You look happy.".

"I am.". Akhil nodded his head, "I'm glad to hear that. Let's not beat around the bush. I heard what happened with Kavin. And I'm not gonna intervene on that. This is your problem so take care of it yourself.". Ajay nodded.

Akhil dipped his head in shame, "And I'm sorry for what my son did. I spoiled him too much so he won't miss his mother. But I didn't expect him to end up this way.". Ajay looked at him and shook his head, "Don't worry about it. In any case, I need to thank him for that. If not for him then I wouldn't have met my wife.".

"Hahaha. You silly brat. Fine, do whatever you want. Just remember that I'm proud of you. And your mother is too.". Ajay sadly smiled at him, "Uncle.". "Hmm?".

"Thank you for not abandoning us like everyone else after dad died.". Akhil returned the smile and said, "It should be me thanking you. That accident ruined my life and made me spend my life in this wheelchair. It was you who saved my company from Raj. If you weren't there then Raj would've sold it. It was my blood, sweat, and tears.".

"I know. That's why I helped you. Let's talk soon. I have some-" Ajay's face darkened when he saw the content of the message he received.