14. Black venom 's Den

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I walked into my study room, the dim lighting and rich black decor creating an atmosphere of calm that I desperately needed

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I walked into my study room, the dim lighting and rich black decor creating an atmosphere of calm that I desperately needed. The soft hum of the air conditioner and the faint scent of leather from the chairs provided a soothing backdrop for my turbulent thoughts. I sank into my favorite armchair, the events of the day weighing heavily on my mind.

Mayura's words echoed relentlessly: "I want to see Rajveer. I want to see him suffering." Her reaction to the blood on my hands, her calm demeanor-why didn't she react with the fear or disgust I expected?

I recalled our conversation before dinner. I knew she was hurting, that I had caused her pain, but I couldn't bring myself to go to our room tonight. I assumed she needed space, that my presence might make things worse.

As I sat there, lost in thought, my gaze fell on the whiskey decanter on the table. I poured myself a glass, the amber liquid glowing in the dim light. I sipped slowly, feeling the burn in my chest and the numbness spreading through my mind.

Mayura's demand that Rajveer suffer wasn't something ordinary. It made me question everything. I had checked her records; they were clean. Her response seemed almost like she had a personal stake in this, a deeper connection to the violence. Her reaction at the reception-the way she interacted with Rajveer-had made me uneasy. I asked my assistant, Rajeev, to investigate her family history, trying to understand if there was more to her than met the eye.

I remembered her request to keep her images private, not to publicize her as my wife before the reception. I respected her wishes and kept her identity out of the public eye. If my wife wanted to see Rajveer suffer, then so be it. Who was I to deny her this?

 Who was I to deny her this?

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The next morning,

as I walked into the living room, I couldn't help but notice Abhimaan sitting on the couch, exuding an air of authority and power. His dark hair was meticulously styled, and his black suit was impeccably tailored, radiating an aura of confidence and control. For a moment, I felt a flutter in my chest as I took in his commanding presence.

He looked up as I approached, his eyes locking onto mine with an intensity that sent a shiver down my spine. "Are you sure, Mayura?" he asked, his deep voice firm but gently edged with concern.

I nodded, my heart racing with anticipation. "Yes, Abhimaan. I'm sure."

He nodded in response, his expression unreadable but resolute. "Very well. Let's go."

He rose from the couch with fluid grace and offered me his arm. I took it, feeling a surge of determination. We were heading to confront Rajveer, and I was ready to make him pay for what he had done to me.

The car ride was silent, but I could feel the tension building within me. As we arrived at our destination, I took a deep breath, steeling myself for what lay ahead. I was prepared to face Rajveer.

When we reached the secret base, I couldn't help but feel a mix of awe and apprehension. The sprawling complex resembled a fortress, with high walls and heavily armed guards patrolling the perimeter. As we drove through the gates, I caught sight of the sign etched into the stone wall: "The Black Venom's Den."

I knew the name-The Black Venom was the notorious king of the mafia. My heart raced as I tried to process this revelation. My husband was a powerful criminal leader, boss or rather the Devil himself.

Abhimaan guided me out of the car and into the heart of the base. We navigated through a maze of corridors, flanked by men who nodded in respect as we passed. They all knew Abhimaan and feared him, acknowledging his status as the strongest and most powerful figure in the organization.

As we entered the central hall, the room fell into a hushed silence. Abhimaan's men stood at attention, their eyes fixed on us. A little whispered voices could be heard .Abhimaan raised his hand, and the room erupted into pin drop silence .

"Everyone," Abhimaan's voice boomed through the hall, "I want you to meet my wife, Mayura. From now on, she will be treated with the same respect and loyalty that you show me."

The room fell silent once more, and I felt a hundred pairs of eyes on me. Then, as if on cue, the applause erupted again. I felt a surge of power and pride. This was like stepping into the pages of one of my fictional stories, where the unexpected became reality.

As the applause died down, Abhimaan's gaze softened, but there was a possessive intensity in his eyes. He pulled me a little closer, his arm tightening around me in a way that left no room for doubt about his claim on me. His touch was firm, almost possessive, and it made my heart race.

"Welcome, Sir & Madam," one of his men said, bowing his head in respect, and the others followed suit.

I looked up at Abhimaan, realizing how much I had underestimated him, how blind I had been to the depth of his strength and the extent of his world. In this moment, standing by his side, I felt an unexpected blend of pride and vulnerability.




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