Guilty

Chapter 13 - Mask? Unmask?

Aadhya returned home after an exhausting day at work. She entered her room and flopped onto her bed, her gaze fixed on the ceiling. The events of the day kept playing in her mind, especially the surprising encounter with Aditya Rathore. She couldn't help but feel a strange mix of emotions. Her thoughts were a whirlwind as she tried to process what had transpired.

Adi, on the other hand, reached his home with a mysterious smile lingering on his face. Amusement danced in his eyes as he replayed the meeting with Aadhya in his mind. It was a day full of unexpected twists and turns, and it left him with a sense of intrigue and anticipation. The encounter had left an indelible mark on him, and he couldn't help but smile.

The next day, Adi was in his office, engrossed in a discussion about a new project with his team. They were meticulously planning and strategizing their next move, considering all possible angles to ensure the project's success.

Meanwhile, in her office, Aadhya was deeply immersed in her PR work. She was reviewing the ongoing campaigns and making sure everything was on track. Just as she was about to send an important email, her phone rang, breaking her concentration. It was Miheeka, her secretary, who had an urgent look on her face.

Miheeka showed Aadhya an alarming post on her iPad. Aadhya's eyes widened as she read the content. It was a rumor circulating about a major construction deal, and there were implications that a prominent politician might be involved. However, the post didn't disclose the names of either party involved.

Aadhya felt a surge of anger and concern. She knew that dealing with rumors and managing the public's perception was a crucial part of her job. But this rumor was a bombshell that could potentially have far-reaching consequences.

Aadhya's anger flared as she read the rumor. Her instincts told her that someone had leaked this sensitive information, and she had a strong suspicion that it might be coming from the Rathore office. The implications of this rumor were significant, and it could cause a major crisis if not managed properly.

Aadhya's determination to get to the bottom of this situation led her to her own team. She wanted to rule out any possibility that the news had leaked from her office. Once she was convinced that her team wasn't responsible, she knew where she needed to go next.

With Miheeka in tow, Aadhya stormed into her workspace and demanded answers. Her team, aware of the gravity of the situation, cooperated fully. Their collective efforts led her to conclude that the leak didn't originate from her office.

Aadhya was on the brink of anger as she grilled her team. The situation was high-stakes, and she needed to act fast. Her team members were tense and gave her their full attention as they provided detailed explanations about the security measures they had in place to safeguard information.

Meera, curious about the commotion, walked into Aadhya's workspace. "Aadhya, what's going on? Why is the office in chaos?"

Aadhya didn't waste a moment. "Meera, we have a major problem. News about a significant construction deal has been leaked, and I need to find out where it came from. We can't afford to let this damage our client's reputation."

Meera nodded, her concern deepening. "Alright, we'll get to the bottom of this. Check your sources, gather all the information you can."

Aadhya was already one step ahead. "I've ruled out my office, but I'm sure it's from the Rathore side. I'm heading to their office right now to get some answers."

Meera raised an eyebrow. "You're going there yourself?"

Aadhya nodded firmly. "This is too important to delegate. I need to confront them directly."