Only One

"Visha you will have your first official task as one of my personnel." the words rang like a sweet melody in Visha's ears. Ever since she found out about witch's existence she wanted to be a part of it. She will finally have the exciting witch life, she imagined.

"Stay away from the Devdoots." Dhira ordered.

Is she out of her mind? Visha thought. How can an official task be to stay away from people that are potentially dangerous? She should get something like keep an eye on them, or find a weakness or exploit them, instead she got benched out of the game like some extra player.

"I know you take me as a fool but you didn't have to be so obvious." she complained.

"I don't take you as a fool. That's why you should understand, you're not experienced, or powerful, or skilled. The best way you can help in this silent war, is to stay far away from it for now." Dhira roared.

This was the first time Visha witnessed her anger. She finally knew why everyone was afraid of her. Even though her words hurt, they were true. She will just be in the way. But she wanted to help, Dhira should see that. Dhira took a long breath and calmed down. She could see the disappointment on Visha's face.

"You will be coming to the main house daily from now on to practice. Visha you have a lot of power, you need to know how to use it. If you want to help, then you should know how." Dhira said.

Visha needs to catch up and be capable of standing by her side. She cannot remain a weakness forever. It was time she became her strength. But she was unaware of the things this decision would reveal about Visha.

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Yash came out of the classroom and went to see Vir. Every girl that passed by couldn't help stealing glances of him. He attracted too much attention wherever he went. His tough, strong presence was admired by every passer by. He entered the classroom and saw a huge crowd of women piling over Vir. This angered him. They were here to find his woman not for recreation.

"Vir" he roared and everyone shuddered in fear. His voice was heavy and full of authority. Vir turned around to see Yash's fierce glare.

"Brother" he wiggled out of the crowd and followed Yash out of there. The girls stared in shock. That sexy man was the elder brother Vir had mentioned. They felt lucky to be in this college beside such idols.

Vir could sense his Master was furious. He kept his head down as he followed silently. They walked towards the corner of the corridor. Yash turned back to face him and a chill ran down Vir's spine.

"We're not here for some vacation." he roared. He really was furious. But Vir wasn't doing this because he liked it.

"I know, Master. That's why I'm trying to get to know them. Maybe one of them knows Madam. It's all part of the mission. I'm not interested in these pleasures anyway. You're the one..." he trailed off as soon as he saw the look on Yash's face.

"Don't ever say that again. She is the only one for me now. Just find her."

This was the first time Vir saw this side of his Master. He was loosing his cool, this woman affected him greatly. Vir had never seen him this flustered over anything, let alone a woman.

"We should wait for the scent again. We have no other way of finding her. All we can do for now is be close." Yash said in a low voice. He was really excited to come here. Even he didn't know why he felt he would find her immediately. He felt disappointed and lost as he didn't know what to do now, but he won't give up.

"We should plan ahead. What will you do once you find her identity? You will have to make Madam fall for you."

Yash looked up at him and nodded. Vir was right, from now on he has to plan ahead. He needs to learn what these women liked and disliked.

"But I can't interact with them. What if she misunderstands?" Yash asked.

This made Vir chuckle, his Master looked like a little kid. He hasn't even found her, and he's already worried that she might misunderstand. Only Madam had the power to make this vicious beast look innocent and adorable.

"I will do my best to collect such information. Leave it to your servant." Vir bowed.

"Brother" Yash corrected him.

"Yes, Brother."

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Visha tiptoed inside the house and carefully closed the door behind her. She had lost track of time while practicing to sing. She had to practice even harder so she can skip it from tomorrow. She has to go practice spells with Dhira from now on. But if her mother finds out she is late, she would start crying again.

"You're late."

Payal's sudden appearance made Visha jump up in surprise. She hadn't expected Payal to be awake. She turned to her mother with a silly smile.

"I was practicing for my next round and lost track of time. Sorry." she came running into Payal's arms. Payal lost her temper as soon as Visha hugged her. How could she be angry at her little girl? She sighed, "Come and have dinner."

Payal led her inside and they sat down to have dinner. But her mind was still not there. Visha was coming late almost every day now. And that powerful presence was still lurking nearby. She cannot be at peace if this keeps going on. She will eventually lose her mind worrying every time Visha is late. As long as Visha stays inside she is safe. But she can't keep her inside forever. She will have to do something.

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