The Hallway

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Adarsh's POV

I was tired from work today. It hasn't been easy to settle thanks to the jet lag. I got back from Rome 2 weeks ago after finishing the last meeting regarding the project.

I missed home though, or maybe I just missed her. I met Ayana when I was 16 and she was only 10. I used to issolate myself as a kid, just mind my own business. I always wanted to be successful, successful enough that dad could retire and not worry about the next 5 generations of wealth.

And finally, I have it all, I completed my masters at Stanford University, 10 years later, I can finally let my dad rest and spend time with my beautiful mother. I have everything I aimed to have...except her *smirks to himself* not for long though.

As I finished buttoning up my cuff links, I looked at myself one last time in the mirror and exit my my room only to be bumped into by a tiny human, not just anyone but...it's Ayana.

Ayana's POV

As I made my way towards where I think the restrooms are, I bump into another wall, wait no- it's a person, again- I quickly balance myself so I don't fall again. "I'm so sorry I was looking for the restrooms and I was in a hurry-" "Do you always go to places in a hurry butterfly?" said a deep husky voice, his scent infiltrated my senses, I tilt my head to look up at him. The same tension that charged the atmosphere. I tried to tell him "I- um well- not really but we keep bumping into each other-"" Watch it next time". He replied in a cold tone and and started walking towards the main hall. I just stood there...stunned into silence. Who even is he?

Shrugging it off I made my way to the restrooms which infact, were in the opposite direction ugh.

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Adarsh's POV

I knew that she was coming to the retirement function but I did not consider how much she would've matured and fuck. That little dress of her's, it hugged her at all the right places,  whenever she walked, her smooth legs were on display, and I did not like others looking at what's mine. It's alright, I'll fix that once she too knows...that she's mine.

I made my way down the stairs and met up with my family. After talking to a few people trying to make a deal with my company, I had enough. I made my way towards the bar. I hated people. Who am I kidding I hated everyone. Except her.

I nodded at the bartender before telling him to make my drink. Just then I heard a sweet voice "He was such an asshole, I mean he didn't have to be that rude about it girl! The next time I see him I'm gonna make sure to put him in his place M" My girl rants to Mahi, her best friend, what's more interesting though, is the fact she wants to put me in my place *smirks*. How could I not grant her wish? In my own twisted way of course.

After finishing my drink I made my way towards my parents. "Here comes my son" My dad said in his monotone voice. Did I tell you that my dad was ruthless to everyone back in his day?

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Ayana's POV

I was ranting to Mahi about the guy I bumped into at college AND this party. "Why is that man standing with Mr and Mrs Rathore?" Mahi asked pointing towards where my parents and the Rathore's were. Just then, my mom gestured for me to come closer.

I made my towards my parents with a small smile. "This is Ayana, my pride and joy" My mom introduced me to the man standing with Mr and Mrs Rathore. "Ayana, this is Adarsh, you guys were very close when you were small until he left to study" Mom said with a smile. "We meet again....butterfly" He whispered the last part so low so only I could hear it.

And it hit me. It was him.

He was the heir to Rathore Enterprises, king of the business world, the ruthless billionaire that took everyone by surprise, infamous for his ruthless ways to achieve results. And he was also my crush. He never took the hint though, guys are dumb. "it's finally nice to meet my bride" He smiled."WHAT?!" I whispered shocked.

I looked at my parents for an explanation, "It's a proposal, nobody is gonna force you princess" my dad told me firmly. He looked at Adarsh and said "At least hesitate a little Adarsh, you scared my little girl" Dad said in a half light half serious tone. He chuckled, "Am sorry, let me properly introduce myself, shall we?" He asked while forwarding his hand, waiting for me to walk with him.

I took his hand because I was so shocked, I needed to know what the fuck was going like what?! We reached the balcony on the top of the mansion.

"*scoff* So after all these years, this is how we meet again hm?" I asked him. His gaze darkened, "I don't like beating around the bush, you thought you got rid of me huh?" He replied in his husky voice while he stepped closer "I'm finally worthy of standing next to you" I looked at him confused while backing into the railing of the balcony.

"What do you mean?" I whispered. "You were always the only light I had in my life, I wanted to give you the world, treat you like the queen you are" He leaned towards me and whispered "And now I finally have the power to do so."

Flashback

"Don't talk to me. You're leaving in two days and you won't tell me why!" I said to my best friend and my love. "It's not that simply Ayana...I'm not worthy of staying here, not yet. Please don't cry, I will come back-" He said but I cut him off "NO YOU WON'T! If you were coming back you'd never leave in the first place! I've been with you since the last 5 years....i don't wanna spend the rest of my life without you, I can't...please" I whispered to myself and to him.

"You don't know what your talking about Ayana, am not as good as you think I am butterfly understa-" "Don't talk to me. I will never talk to you again till you come back" I said. My eyes were filled with tears, I couldn't even see him properly anymore. I turned away from him. "I'm not worthy of it yet butterfly, I'll come back for you, mark my words."

I made my way towards my dad's office, although I was just a teen, I was raised to be responsible and strong, even though I came from a wealthy background, dad always told me that power only comes with what you build, not when it's handed over to you. I was gonna make her mine, but not until her dad approved.

Last night I told uncle about my obsession with his daughter. At first he dismissed me warning me that it was just a stupid crush and that she's too young and too precious for someone who doesn't have his own identity. "She's the only person I feel alive with uncle." I said looking directly into his eyes.

"I fell for her without realizing it, maybe because I grew up issolating myself. I never felt the need to have any friends, my goal was clear but along the way...i lost myself into the dark" I said with the slightest emotions leaking into my tone. He looked at me shocked "Fine, but if you want her, become worthy of protecting her first. She has way too many targets on her back already because me and your dad. If you come back without your own empire and power..." He stood up and walked around his desk to stand next to me "Don't even think of meeting her again Adarsh."

I was taken aback by his...approval "I was once crazy for her mother like you are with her..." He spoke in a slightly soft voice "but she's too young right now and  you are too powerless to protect her from the demons hunting her-" "I will become a bigger demon than them and hunt them down before they even get a glimpse of her." I said with finality in my tone. He gave me a curt nod.

"When do you leave?" He asked. "In 5 days, I will inform her tomorrow, she'll be hurt...but the next time I meet her, she'll be my bride. Do you accept?" I asked uncle. "Very well. Take care young man." Saying that we both exit his office to go the opposite ways.

Present

Ayana's Pov

"You weren't lying, you're really back Adarsh..."

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Wheew, second chapter is up y'all, if there are new readers feel free to leave your feed back.

Things are gonna get interesting real soon *smirks evilly* don't worry I'm not gonna do anything crazy (maybe I am)

Anyways, hopefully you enjoyed

Until next time *bows*

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