Diminutives

Desperado - Part 2

Ridhima sighed while gazing through the catalogues. Each programs were excellent with guarantee of result but all were super expensive. They were meant for couples who were unable to conceive a child naturally and not for a single woman who decided to take matters in her own hands. She was already under burden of her education loan and home loan. Even if she gathers all her savings to go through the procedure, she & her child will be left with nothing to survive. She cannot jeopardize future of her baby for whom she was ready to take the giant leap. 

"Have you decided on anything ?", a lady from hospital asked her. She was formally attired and tried to keep her visage professional. Yet it was evident that was judging Ridhima through her spectacled eyes. "These are all so expensive. I cannot afford it", Ridhima spoke softly, trying hard to hide her shame. "I understand", the lady told vacantly. Without waiting for more embarrassment, Ridhima stood up to leave. "I wonder why such sluts put up a show to waste our time", the lady spoke behind her, "As if she is too shy to spread her legs for a man". Ridhima was ashamed but the truth was opened to her.

Science proved to be too big for her tiny purse. But taunts of the lady gave her a new perception. Why does she need to opt for such costly measures when there is an easy way?  She never had a problem to attract men. Trouble brews only when she tried to sustain a relationship with a man. She needs a man. Not even a man but just his sperms. Go for a one night stand with a stranger. Seduce the man to spill his seed and then leave victoriously. No worries as the deed is done. 

"No way", Siya yelled at Ridhima's dirty plan, "what if he has any sexually transmittable disease? Or he is a criminal? Or something worse? Like a psycho". She kept on blabbering many what-ifs, all making sense and so dampening Ridhima's moods. "Ridhsi, don't jump into trouble. An innocent child will be involved along with your future being at stake". Siya was strictly against her plan to have a baby without father. She tried her best to stop Ridhima and to an extent succeeded. 

Few days passed keeping Ridhima restless. She had a bad habit of not letting go once she made up her mind. Her thoughts were all filled with face of her child who was eager to make entry into her life. She stopped mentioning it to Siya since her friend was only discouraging her. So she kept mum but idea was very much alive in her mind. "Hey Siya", Angrey, their boss's assistant called out, "Do want these passes?", he showed off entry tickets for an elite club. "No my thing, Angrey. Thanks for the offer", Siya rejected. "I was planning to go but my plans changed. I wish it will be useful for someone else. It's a shame to waste them", he shrugged his shoulders. While Angrey and Siya were talking, Ridhima eyed the passes that he had carelessly placed on the table.

Indeed, those passes were precious. Only members were allowed into the high classed club and occasionally few invites were given for the members to bring guests. Wheels began to turn in Ridhima's mind when they all bid farewell and left for their seats. The gentry of the club members shall assure that she won't find a criminal or a lowlife with STDs. Ridhima secretly followed Angrey once she realised Siya was not paying attention. "Angrey", she called out, "If you still haven't found any takers, maybe I could use them". He was baffled that Ridhima didn't show any interest earlier nevertheless he gave her the passes. 

Ridhima's heart leapt with joy. It was first step towards her plan. "Ridhima, hope you are not planning to go alone", he warned. "Ofcourse not", she lied but was curious, "Even otherwise, it's an elite club that caters high society . What will go wrong? It's not like I am walking into a shady pub filled with miscreants". Her soft laughter faltered as Angrey was not amused. "They may be class apart. But wolves are still wolves", Angey warned her, "none will blink an eye before taking advantage of a naïve woman ". Perfect, she mused, That's exactly what she wanted. "Are you sure?", he asked again. "Never been before", she smiled and thanked him.

Ridhima straightened her dress once again. She had tried her best to look classy sexy rather than slutty beauty. Her knee length white dress hugged to her curves while covering them properly. She looked around, to find many skimpy clad women who could give competition to models. Men were drooling over them, few of them literally. Her heart sank as she sensed tough fight to grab her prize money today. But she had to agree that food was nice and drinks were incredible. And the cherry on top that it was all covered in her pass and not a dime spend from her purse. If nothing else them she will have a good time tonight. But she wasn't disappointed since she found a catch soon. 

"Why would anyone let a beauty be alone?", a voice interrupted her thoughts. Ridhima looked at man who finally made a move on her. A cheesy pick up line which would have earned roll of eyes if elsewhere but tonight she was desperate. She gave best flirty smile as possible, "just enjoying a quite evening". She studied the man before her. A well-built gent with good manner and a charming face. Probably few years younger than her but she didn't care. Tonight is not long term goals but short term mission.

"I gather you are alone", the man smiled still with a tint of doubt, "may I join you?". "Ofcourse", Riddhima tried her best to give him all encouragement. "I am Aryan", he introduced himself and she gave him her name too. Soon they started to converse and more drinks were ordered. She has to agree that he was a gentleman. Before she dropped subtle hints, they were disturbed by a loud laugh that oddly sounded familiar. So looked towards it.

Ridhima was surprised to find Vihaan who was laughing out loud with his friends. He appeared to be high on drinks. "Don't mind him. He gets a bit out of hand after a couple of drinks", Aryaan explained, "You don't have to worry about him. A good chap who can't handle alcohol". "But I do", she gasped, "he is my boss". She will look so cheap to Vihaan if he finds out that she came to club to catch a one night stand for an elite sperm. "Can we sit somewhere else? A bit private", she asked genuinely. Aryaan nodded while she took a breath of relief. She tried to grab her drink but he insisted to help , "I will bring it".