**Chapter 27: Vikram Ki Planning**
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Ayesha and Raj's lives had finally found some semblance of normalcy after the unexpected revelation about Priya. Their bond with her grew stronger every day, and the once-divided family was slowly coming together. However, life had a way of throwing curveballs, and this time, it came in the form of Vikram.
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Vikram had always harbored feelings for Ayesha, but he had never acted on them. He was a successful businessman, charming and ambitious, who believed that Ayesha was meant to be with him. Seeing her with Raj stirred a sense of jealousy and determination within him. He was convinced that Raj was not the right man for Ayesha and decided to take matters into his own hands.
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One evening, Vikram invited Ayesha to a business event. "Ayesha, ek business event hai, aur main chahta hoon tum mere saath chalo. Tumhari presence se mujhe bohot khushi hogi," he said, his voice dripping with sincerity.
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Ayesha hesitated but decided to go, thinking it was just a professional invitation. "Thik hai, Vikram. Main tumhare saath chalungi. Raj ko bhi saath le aati hoon."
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Vikram’s face tightened momentarily, but he quickly masked his displeasure. "Of course, Raj bhi aa sakta hai," he replied, though it was not part of his plan.
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At the event, Vikram made sure to keep Ayesha by his side, engaging her in conversations and introducing her to influential people. Raj noticed Vikram's possessive behavior but decided not to make a scene. He trusted Ayesha and knew that she could handle herself.
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As the night progressed, Vikram's true intentions began to surface. He found moments to whisper into Ayesha's ear, "Ayesha, tumhe lagta hai Raj tumhare layak hai? Tumhara talent aur beauty deserve karta hai kuch aur."
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Ayesha frowned, feeling uncomfortable. "Vikram, main Raj se pyar karti hoon. Yeh baatein tumhari mujhse kuch zyada lag rahi hain."
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Vikram smirked, not backing down. "Ayesha, main sirf tumhara bhala chahta hoon. Raj tumhe kabhi woh nahi de sakta jo main de sakta hoon."
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Raj, observing the interaction from a distance, decided it was time to step in. He approached them, his expression calm but firm. "Ayesha, chalna chahiye. Bohot raat ho gayi hai."
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Ayesha nodded, relieved to leave. As they walked away, Vikram called out, "Raj, Ayesha deserves the best. Tumhe lagta hai tum uske layak ho?"
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Raj turned back, his eyes cold. "Woh khud decide kar sakti hai ki uske layak kaun hai. Tum apni hadh mein raho, Vikram."
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The tension between them was palpable, but Raj and Ayesha left without further confrontation. As they drove home, Ayesha turned to Raj. "Raj, mujhe nahi pata tha Vikram itna possessive ho jayega. Main sirf professional relation soch rahi thi."
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Raj smiled reassuringly. "Ayesha, mujhe tumpe pura bharosa hai. Lekin Vikram ko samajhna padega ki tum meri ho."
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Over the next few days, Vikram's actions became more desperate. He sent Ayesha flowers, called her repeatedly, and even tried to show up at her workplace. Ayesha was annoyed and disturbed by his persistence.
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One day, Vikram showed up at Ayesha’s office unannounced, demanding to see her. "Ayesha, tum mere saath kyun nahi ho sakti? Tumhe mujhse zyada pyar aur respect milega," he argued, his frustration evident.
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Ayesha stood her ground. "Vikram, tumhe samajh nahi aa raha? Main Raj se pyar karti hoon. Tumhara yeh behavior unacceptable hai."
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Feeling humiliated, Vikram's face twisted with anger. "Tum ek din yeh decision pe pachhtayegi, Ayesha. Raj tumhara haqdar nahi hai."
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As Ayesha left her office, she felt a shiver run down her spine. Vikram's words and actions had crossed a line, and she knew she had to tell Raj everything.
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That evening, she sat Raj down and recounted the entire incident. Raj listened intently, his jaw tightening with every word. "Ayesha, yeh zyada ho raha hai. Vikram ko samjhna padega ki uski jagah kahaan hai."
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The next day, Raj decided to confront Vikram. He met him at his office, determined to put an end to his harassment. "Vikram, Ayesha ne tumhe clearly bol diya hai ki tumhara behavior unacceptable hai. Tum apni hadd mein raho, varna mujhe kanuni kadam uthane padenge."
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Vikram sneered, his eyes filled with bitterness. "Raj, tumhe lagta hai main haar manunga? Main Ayesha ko paane ke liye kuch bhi kar sakta hoon."
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Raj’s patience snapped. "Vikram, agar tumne Ayesha ko aur tang kiya, toh tumhe uske consequences bhugatne padenge. Yeh meri warning hai."
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As Raj walked away, Vikram’s resolve hardened. He realized he needed a new plan to separate Raj and Ayesha. With his mind set on winning Ayesha at any cost, Vikram began to plot his next move, unaware that his actions would only strengthen Raj and Ayesha’s bond even further.
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The game was far from over, and the stakes were higher than ever. As Vikram's plans took a darker turn, Raj and Ayesha prepared to face whatever challenges lay ahead, their love growing stronger with each passing day.
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Kismet Ki Kahani
RomanceIn the heart of Mumbai, where dreams are as vivid as the city lights, "Kismet Ki Kahani" unfolds the love story of Ayesha Mehra and Raj Malhotra.Ayesha, a spirited fashion editor with a past heartache, thrives in the fast-paced world of fashion. Raj...