Venkata Rao

Daya added fuel to the fire, saying, "He was hitting pebbles at dogs, and you were going to marry him."

Saanvi's eyes widened in shock. "What? He tortures dogs?"

Daya nodded solemnly. "Yes, I was very angry at him. I wanted to beat him."

Saanvi, taken aback by this revelation, asked, "Do you also like dogs?"

Daya softened his tone, "Yes, I was raised beside dogs. Do you know who a dog is? The one who loves us without expecting anything from us. I trust dogs more than people. If I marry someone, I will become her dog."

Saying this, Daya left the pet cross. As he was exiting without looking back, he got into his police car. Raj, who was outside, saw Daya glancing at him as daya drove away, making a dramatic exit to preserve his impression on Saanvi.

Raj entered the pet store, finding Saanvi deep in thought, her white outfit and glasses giving her an air of quiet contemplation as she mulled over Daya's words.

"Do you really believe a word from that corrupt inspector?" Raj said, his voice breaking through her reverie.

Saanvi's thought process was abruptly interrupted by Raj's words. "What do you mean, Raj? What are you saying?" she asked, puzzled.

Raj took a deep breath. "Do you know he is the most corrupt officer in Vizag? He was transferred here by the order of the drug lord Waltair Vasu. He works for him. He plants fake evidence against rich people and then blackmails them, saying he will put them in jail if they don't pay up. You might not believe it, but he did the same thing to me as well. You heard in the newspaper that recently an NRI named Krishna was killed by Jitedra, a local gangster. In that case, Daya planted evidence against me, saying I was present there and was a suspect. He told me if I didn't pay up, he would charge me as Jitedra's accomplice. He extorted 10 crore from me."

Saanvi looked shocked. "Raj, are you really telling me the truth? But he helped me find my dogs and saved them from being transported to Korea."

Raj shook his head. "Do you believe that nonsense? That's obviously a lie. Who would send dogs from here to Korea? And even if they did, how could he save them? He doesn't have the authority to intervene in international matters between countries. Saanvi, you're too innocent, believing his words. But I will definitely find out the truth for you."

Saanvi started to think. At the time, she had been so relieved that her dogs returned home safely that she hadn't questioned Daya's words. She was just scared that her dogs' lives might have been in danger. But now, hearing Raj's perspective, she began to reconsider.

Raj could see the doubt growing in her eyes. "Don't worry, Saanvi. I'll find those thieves and bring them in front of you. We'll get to the bottom of this."

Raj continued, "If you don't believe my words, then I can easily prove it to you. How about this? You just need to follow me."

Saanvi's mother chimed in, "If what Raj is saying is true, Saanvi, why don't you go and confirm it? We have to be careful around Daya. I thought he was a good guy."

Raj took Saanvi's hand and started to lead her towards his car. Saanvi, still contemplating the situation, hesitated for a moment but ultimately decided to follow Raj's lead and got into his car

While driving, Raj explained, "For my construction business, I needed a property. I met Venkata Rao, the owner of a farmhouse that was perfect for my project. But when I met him, he said he couldn't sell because Waltair Vasu was eyeing the property and he didn't want to cause trouble for me. When I inquired further, I found out that Inspector Daya is meeting him today. We're going to that location so you can see the truth for yourself."

At Venkata Rao's farmhouse, Venkata Rao greeted them warmly, albeit with a hint of concern. "Son, are you here again for the property? I've already mentioned that I will solve the problem with Waltair Vasu first. I have made a complaint to the collector regarding this, and he will definitely help me. Once the issue is resolved, then I will sell this property to you. This is the only thing I can offer to my granddaughter."

Raj nodded understandingly. "Venkat ji, don't worry. I just came here to show this property to my friend, if you don't mind. I also wanted to know how much progress you've made in solving the problem with Waltair Vasu."

Saanvi listened to their conversation, not intervening. She followed Raj's lead, still processing everything that had happened. First, she had broken off her engagement, and now she was questioning Daya, whom she had admired for saving her dogs and being an honest police officer. The doubt gnawed at her, leaving her sad and confused.

About 30-40 minutes later, Daya entered the premises. At this moment, Raj quickly led Saanvi and himself into Venkata Rao's house, hiding them so they could listen to the conversation between Daya and Venkata Rao.

They could hear Daya's voice through the slightly open window. He started with casual small talk, discussing the property's value and market conditions.

Then Daya said, "Venkata Rao, Vasu wants to buy this property. Why don't you sell it to him?"

Venkata Rao replied, "Sir, he wants to buy this property for only 50 lakhs, but its actual value is 50 crore. This is for my granddaughter."

Daya responded dismissively, "For your granddaughter? Your son will provide something; why are you stressed about it?"

Venkata Rao's voice grew somber. "My son and daughter-in-law died in an accident. Now my granddaughter is the whole world to me."

Daya pressed on, "Then why is Vasu saying he's the owner of the property? If he files a case against you, this matter will be in court for years, and there's no guarantee you'll win. Listen to me: sell this property to him. Sign the document, and you'll receive 50 lakhs."

Venkata Rao, frustrated and desperate, repeated, "But its value is 50 crore."

Daya's voice turned cold and menacing. "Venkat ji, just sign the document. What's more important to you: your granddaughter's life or 50 crore?"

Venkata Rao's eyes widened in fear as Daya continued, "Do you know how crazy Vasu is? What if he kidnaps your granddaughter or kills her? Just sign it. You need to understand the situation you're in. Sign the document, Venkat ji."

At that moment, Venkata Rao's phone rang. He answered it with trembling hands. The voice on the other end was grim. "Your granddaughter has been kidnapped."

Panic seized Venkata Rao. Daya leaned in, his voice dripping with false sympathy. "Didn't I tell you this would happen? They'll kill your granddaughter. What will this property mean then? Murthy, bring the document here."

Venkata Rao, his resolve broken and fear for his granddaughter's life overwhelming him, reluctantly picked up the pen. With shaking hands and tears in his eyes, he signed the document.

Raj and Saanvi, hidden and horrified, witnessed the coercion unfold. Saanvi's eyes filled with tears as she realized the extent of Daya's ruthlessness. Saanvi started crying, and Raj seized the opportunity to hug her, offering comfort as she sobbed into his embrace. When Daya finally left, Venkata Rao held his granddaughter tightly, relieved to have her back but devastated by the cost.

"Ding, you have received 20 destiny points for changing the destiny of Saanvi as she now hates Daya who was her destined lover."

"Ding, you have received 20 destiny points for changing the destiny of Daya by making Saanvi to hate him."

A few minutes later, Raj emerged from the house with Saanvi, who was still visibly upset. Raj approached Venkata Rao and said, "Venkat ji, don't worry. You did what you could. Now let me try my way. Soon my people will come and explain what you need to do."

With that, Raj led Saanvi away. Saanvi, still overwhelmed by the day's events, was in a sorrowful mood. Wanting to lift her spirits, Raj decided to take her to a hilltop.

The drive was quiet, Saanvi lost in her thoughts as she held his hand, and Raj focused on making her feel better. They arrived at the hilltop just as the sun was beginning to set, painting the sky in warm hues of orange and pink. The serene environment was a stark contrast to the tension they had just left behind.

They found a secluded spot and sat down, the view of the city sprawling out beneath them. Raj broke the silence. "Sometimes, being away from everything helps clear the mind," he said gently.

Saanvi managed a small smile, appreciating his effort. "Thank you, Raj. I needed this."

Raj took her hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. "I know it's hard, but we'll get through this. Daya won't get away with what he's done. And Venkata Rao will get his property back."

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