The ceo's bride ( Under Editing)

Chapter 44

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Sharanya sat in her Lonavla office, her heart entangled in the delicate dance of jewelry design. But the tranquility was shattered by the insistent buzz of her phone, flashing Aditya's name—a reminder of the tangled emotions she faced. With a steadying breath, she reluctantly answered the call.

Aditya's voice oozed with smugness, his words laced with arrogance. "Sharanya, my love, tired of playing hide and seek? You know I don't appreciate games."

Sharanya fought to maintain her composure, her voice steady despite the turmoil within. "What do you want, Aditya?"

A soft chuckle danced in Aditya's tone as he continued to toy with her emotions. "I want you to stop this charade and return to me. Marry me now, or face the consequences."

Defiance tinged Sharanya's voice as she pushed back against his demands. "You can't rush something as significant as marriage, Aditya. I need time."

Aditya's response dripped with threat, his words like venom. "Time is a luxury you can't afford. Come back to me now, or I'll reveal everything."

Alarm flickered in Sharanya's eyes as she whispered, fear creeping into her voice. "You wouldn't dare."

But Aditya's smirk was palpable as he taunted her with his power. "Oh, Sharanya, I have something you wouldn't want anyone to know. Something about your precious Ishaan."

The weight of his words pressed down on Sharanya, her heart pounding with dread. "You wouldn't dare," she repeated, the fear evident in her voice.

With a sinister edge, Aditya declared his intent, his voice cold and calculating. "Try me. I have the power to destroy Ishaan's life with just a click."

Sharanya felt the walls closing in around her as she grappled with the harsh reality of her predicament. The choice before her was stark—yield to Aditya's demands or face the catastrophic consequences awaiting Ishaan.

With resolve in her voice, Sharanya stood her ground, her tone firm despite the fear pulsing through her veins. "You're playing a dangerous game, Aditya."

But Aditya's mockery was relentless as he sneered, reveling in his power. "The game was always dangerous, Sharanya. Choose wisely."

As the call ended, Sharanya gazed out of the window, torn between the love she once cherished and the sinister game in which she was entangled.

Meanwhile, in his office, Ishaan couldn't shake the overwhelming ache of missing Sharanya. Despite the bustling activity around him, his heart resonated with her absence. Memories of her laughter flooded his mind, bringing both joy and sorrow.

"Sharanya, you always knew how to brighten my day," he murmured, torn between longing and regret. But beneath the surface of his memories lay the raw sting of betrayal. "How could you hurt me like this?"

His office felt empty without her, and Ishaan found himself unable to escape the whirlwind of emotions raging within him. Each passing moment weighed heavily on his heart as he reminisced about the moments they once shared. "I can't bring myself to forgive you, Sharanya," he confessed softly.

His fingers traced the surface of his desk, retracing memories now tainted by betrayal. The stolen glances, shared laughter, and whispered promises now felt like distant echoes of a past life. "I thought you understood me," he sighed, grappling with conflicting emotions that threatened to consume him.

Ishaan grappled with the turbulent emotions swirling inside him, caught in the midst of a fierce battle between hurt and anger, leaving him feeling lost and unsure of how to proceed.

Kavya entered Ishaan's office with a casual smile, unaware of the turmoil within him. "Hey Ishaan, just passing by. How are you?"

Ishaan managed a smile, though it didn't reach his eyes. "Hey Kavya, good to see you. Please, have a seat."

As Kavya settled into a chair, she couldn't help but notice the sadness in Ishaan's eyes. "Is everything alright, Ishaan? You seem different today."

Ishaan's voice carried a heavy weight of frustration and sadness as he confessed, "Nothing much, you know already."

Empathizing with his pain, Kavya nodded understandingly. "I understand. Aditya did the same to me. It's devastating when the people we trust hurt us the most."

Leaning back in his chair, Ishaan contemplated their shared experience of betrayal. "Life throws unexpected challenges at us. But talking about it helps."

In agreement, Kavya nodded. "Sharing with someone who understands can make all the difference. We're both navigating through heartbreak."

Ishaan managed a small, grateful smile, touched by Kavya's understanding. "Thank you for being here. It's funny how life brings people together."

As Kavya left, Ishaan tried to refocus on his work, though his thoughts lingered on their conversation.

In her serene Lonavla home, Sharanya sat with a gentle smile, her hands cradling her baby bump. "Hey there, little one," she whispered lovingly, her eyes filled with joy. "Mumma loves you so much. You'll be the light of my life."

She traced circles on her belly, imagining the precious life growing within. "And your dad loves you too, my sweet baby. Even though he doesn't know about you yet, his love for you is boundless."

Sharanya's voice was filled with warmth and anticipation, its echoes filling the quiet room. "We may face challenges, but you are our ray of hope. Mumma and papa may not be together, but you'll be surrounded by love."

As she spoke to her unborn child, Sharanya found solace in their deep connection, enveloped in a whirlwind of emotions—love, hope, and belonging.

Behind her, little Sarah played with her dolls, and Sharanya's eyes sparkled with affection. "Hey, sweetheart," she grinned, reaching out to tousle Sarah's hair. "Mumma's talking to your little brother or sister. Want to say hi?"

Sarah's eyes lit up with excitement. "Hi, baby!" she exclaimed, pressing her hands against Sharanya's belly. "I'm going to be the best sister ever!"

Sharanya laughed, her heart swelling with joy. "That's so sweet, my love. You're already the best big sister." She hugged Sarah tightly, enveloping them both in a cocoon of love and affection.

As Sharanya immersed herself in the precious moments with Sarah, her tranquility was interrupted by the buzzing of her phone. With a sense of unease, she excused herself to take the call.

Answering, Sharanya faced Aditya's threats with a mixture of fear and determination. She refused to let him dictate her life, but the weight of responsibility for her children weighed heavily on her. With newfound resolve, she braced herself to confront the challenges ahead, determined to navigate through them with courage and resilience.

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