A Wrong Move

Chapter 14

Mehek had curled into her favorite arm chair and gazed out of the nearby window. It was her favourite corner in the entire house; cozy & quiet. A place where it was not easy to spot her. She often resorted to this spot to escape from eyes of staff and avoid their gossips. But today house was devoid of anyone. Former servants who completed their contract have already left and new ones were yet to arrive. Adding to it, she was blessed with wonderful weather.

It was lonely but Mehek loved those rare days. Such days she had freedom to remain as herself. Clad in a simple white kurta pajama, she tried to feel old Mehek. Although that version was no more, memories of a naïve & innocent lass still lingered in her mind. Somehow still those distant thoughts bought a smile to her face

"Mehek", Shaurya's voice startled her as she least expected him. She shivered as he checked her out from top to bottom silently. She was never supposed to be found in her simple attire in his presence. "I didn't expect your arrival. I am sorry for my tardiness", she quickly got onto her feet, "give me two minutes. I will change and come". She tried to hurry out of the room and get changed into those costumes she was supposed to wear as per his demands. But he grabbed her wrist, "Stay". He pulled her by hand and made her sit in the same chair. He knelt down beside her and gazed into her eyes. "Smile", he told her tenderly and she immediately obeyed him. Her lips curled up to give a beautiful yet empty smile.

Shaurya shook his head in dismay and moved away. "Not like this", he spoke to himself, "just the way you were smiling few minutes before". Mehek knew it was impossible but she gave another try. This time he laughed sadly and sat on the chair facing her. "My Obedient Mouse", he laughed again. "Do you like it here? Are you happy? ", he asked suddenly. His demeanour perplexed her. From his gait and slur, his intoxication was clear. Yet she knew too well to underestimate him. So she simply nodded and said yes to him. "Answer me honestly, Mehek", he was dissatisfied by her reply, "it's an order". She looked down and shook her head.

"I give you best of designer cloths. You have accessories that even rich brats crave to possess. A luxurious house to live, along with ample servants at your beck & call. Still you are not happy here?", Shaurya asked again. Mehek remained mum so he barked at her, "Answer me". She was startled and replied feebly, "No". He grabbed her hair in his fist and pulled her towards him. She grimaced in his hold and looked at him in fear. "I have pleased you numerous times. These walls have echoed your moans and screams when I rode you to immense pleasure. Are you denying that you didn't enjoy with me in bed?". She looked down in shame but his pulled her hair to bring back the pain so that her eyes will remain on him. "Answer me truly, Mehek", he commanded in anger. "I did", she replied shamefully, "but you always made me feel empty".

Shaurya never forced himself on Mehek. His words and deeds constantly reminded her that she was a mere slave whose sole purpose is to obey & serve him. Yet in bed he was anything but forceful. Once she was in his possession, he never hurried to take her in bed but took time for her to be ready. She still remembers their first time. He was gentle and careful, ensuring she was pleasured and enjoyed every bit of it. Slowly he introduced her to many ways of enjoying pleasure in bed. She became a willing partner yet unhappy.

Her body seemed to succumb to the temptation Shaurya bestowed on it but as soon as she climbed down from lustful high, she was disgusted at herself. Those pleasures meant vacant since they were no feelings attached to it. She felt even beneath than a common wh*re who sleeps with men for her livelihood. Never once he seemed to have cared about her feeling. She assumed that she was not allowed to feel as she has sold herself to him. So today she was surprised that he has mistaken her to be joyful in her pathetic slave life.

"Mr. Mehta has offered to huge deal in exchange of you", Shaurya's words pierced through Mehek's heart. She knew her life was doomed but being handed over to another man as an object of trade, made her miserable. She believed her tears have dried up but she was wrong. Tears streaked her cheeks while she remained frozen hearing the news. "What do you want me to do, Mehek?", he asked her earnestly but she was too afraid to even utter a word. She knew she had no control over her fate. If Shaurya decides to give her away for his profit then she can do little to prevent. She flinched when his cold fingers wiped away her tears. He smiled reassuredely, "I refused his offer".

Mehek's eyes widened in shock and then it gleamed with happiness. After many months of tormenting sorrow, she was truly happy. Relief flood through her after going through immense stress. She started to cry but her visage was pleasant because those were tears of joy. She didn't know how to react and in her bewilderness she embraced Shaurya. She leaned onto his chest and wept. After her initial act, she understood her folly and wanted to withdrew but then his arms were wound around, keeping her close to his warmth. No words were uttered but silence were more vocal. They both remained satisfied in arms of one another.

Next morning, Mehek woke up rejuvenated. She felt calm rather than depressed. She basked in morning sun and wished all mornings were the same. A short knock brought her out of her bliss. She became rigid when Shaurya walked into her room. "Slept well ? ", he asked and she nodded. He kept a thick envelop on her bed and spoke, "There is enough cash in it for you. I have asked driver to drop you wherever you want to go". "Am I supposed to go for another round of shopping ?", she asked timidly. Often he had pushed her to go for tedious shopping spree which she didn't enjoy a bit so it was obvious to assume his intention. But he shook his head with a slight smile. "I am setting you free, Mehek. You are no longer tied to me in any way". She was aghast by his revelation.

"Why?", Mehek raised her voice a bit higher than required, "Why are you letting me go?". She didn't know why it was difficult for her to be free. Perhaps she feared her future or safety of her loved ones. As if reading her mind, Shaurya replied, "I am not going to trouble Ajay or your parents. I am done with you and no longer wants to do anything with you anymore". He turned to leave but her shocked expression troubled him so he clarified, "If you are having trouble to decide your future actions then don't need to rush. You can stay here as long as you wish, Mehek.". She looked at him being baffled. "Don't worry as I will never come back here to trouble you", with those words he left her alone.

It took few more moments for Mehek to comprehend her situation. She is free!  Shaurya had let her free. She staggered a bit so took a seat beside her. She rubbed her neck and combed her hair rashly with her fingers. I am free. She repeated to herself as it was too good to be true. Perhaps he was drunk and gave her freed in his drunken stupor. But she didn't give it more thought as it didn't matter. It was her chance of escape and she decided to take it. Shaurya had asked to stay put, think and decide her plans. But she was too anxious about him changing his mind. She was  eager to run away from his prison. She quickly packed few simple dresses into a small bag and decided to leave immediately. She didn't take any precious items that he had given her. She left even the phone that he had asked her to use.

Before reaching the door, Mehek gazed back at the envelope Shaurya had just given her. She was in double mind , her pride forbid to accept money from him while her helplessness pointed out the truth to her. She needs money atleast until she reaches her destination. She quickly grabbed it and stuffed it into her bag without giving herself a chance to rethink. She swiftly existed her room and ran in haste.

Few days later at Shaurya's office

"Harish Sir has returned back", Shaurya's secretary informed him to which he nodded mechanically. "I will pay him a visit soon. Inform him that I will be staying for few days with him", his words were quite a surprise for his employee. Nevertheless he knew too well not to make his boss angry with silly doubts. So he just agreed to perform the task and noted it down. 

Shaurya badly needed a distraction. 'It didn't take her even few minutes to leave'. Mehek's quick exit made him uneasy. But deep down he always knew that she never wanted to stay in the cage he had created for her. Even made of gold and adorned with jewels, a cage is still a cage. Perhaps spending time with his overbearing father is what he needed for the time being to overcome her thoughts. Moreover he needed to discuss few business plans to expand their empire and most importantly inform about downfall of Agarwals. His phone rang and he picked up the call with sinister smile

"Are you up for some fun?", the female voice asked him alluringly. Shaurya laughed and replied, "Only if it is crazy fun". "Yeah Baby. It will be super crazy", she assured, "I will be having only a night in the city. So come and get me if you are up of it". He was happy to take her offer. She was one of his usual flings from past. Maybe a mind blowing f*ck was all he needed. He assured himself that Mehek is not significant enough to brood over and waste his valuable time. "I will be there in an hour baby. Wear something hot, in Red", he instructed her.