Stuck with the boss

Chapter - 10 Favours

Shreya's POV

I still couldn't fully process what was happening.

At twenty-five, I thought I had life somewhat figured out.

Career? Managed.

Family? Chaotic but lovable.

Love life? Non-existent but peaceful.

And now suddenly—

Marriage.

With my boss.

The devil himself.

And the worst part?

He looked way too comfortable with the idea.

Meanwhile I was actively dodging him like my life depended on it.

Which, honestly, it might.

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I tried my best to avoid him at the dinner table.

So I quietly slipped into a seat beside my aunt.

Safe distance.

Perfect plan.

Except—

"Shreya."

My dad's voice.

I looked up.

"Sit next to Rey."

I froze.

Rey, sitting across, smirked like he had just won a silent war.

I sighed dramatically.

Of course.

I walked over slowly and sat beside him.

The moment I did—

I felt his hand slide under the table and grab mine.

I immediately tried to pull away.

No chance.

His grip was firm.

Calm.

Annoyingly confident.

I glared at him.

He didn't even look at me.

Just continued talking like nothing was happening.

So I gave up.

Not my hand.

Just my dignity.

I focused on my food instead.

Which lasted approximately five minutes.

Then I stood up suddenly.

Everyone looked at me.

I smiled politely.

"I think I'm full."

Which was a lie.

I had eaten exactly two bites.

But emotionally?

Completely overfed.

I turned to leave when my grandfather spoke.

"Shreya."

I paused.

"After dinner, take Rey for a walk in the garden."

I blinked.

Excuse me?

Before I could protest, my mother immediately added—

"And sit with us for engagement discussion."

Of course.