The twisted fate~a journey of love 18+( Reverse Harem)

20~Teasing

Ansh pov

I could see it in Rudra’s eyes. He was hurt, maybe even a little jealous, and that was new for him. Rudra’s always been the stronger one, the one who doesn’t let emotions get in the way. But ever since Naina came into our lives, things have changed.I had just walked into the room, and the tension between them was palpable. Naina looked at me, and then quickly looked away, almost guilty. I could feel the unease in her stance, and I knew that Rudra had noticed it too. It wasn’t supposed to be like this. We were supposed to be in this together, all three of us.But seeing the way Rudra’s jaw tightened, the way his eyes darkened, I realized that things were slipping. Maybe I had pushed too far, taken too much from him without realizing it.After a moment,

I made my decision. Rudra needed some space, some time to be with Naina without me in the way. I turned to him, trying to keep my tone casual. “I think I’ll head out to one of our warehouses. There’s some business I need to handle, and I figure you two could use some time alone.”He looked at me, a flicker of surprise crossing his face, but then he nodded. I knew he wouldn’t argue. We never had to say much to each other to understand what the other was thinking.I left the room, giving them the space they needed.

As I got into my car and drove towards the warehouse, my thoughts kept drifting back to them. I didn’t want there to be a rift between us. Naina was our wife, and we both loved her in our own ways. But I also knew that I had to be careful. If Rudra started to pull away, if he felt like he was losing her to me, it could lead to something neither of us wanted.I arrived at the warehouse, the familiar coldness of the place settled around me. It was quiet—too quiet for my liking. I parked the car and took a moment to steady my thoughts. The warehouse had always been a sanctuary of sorts, a place where business came first and everything else was left outside. But today, it felt different.Before I could step inside, I heard the sound of another car approaching. I turned to see Satya and Dhruv stepping out of their vehicles. It wasn’t surprising that they’d show up; after all, they were always by our side when things needed handling.Satya walked up first, his face a mask of professionalism, but I could see the concern in his eyes. He’d noticed the tension between Rudra and me lately, though he hadn’t said anything. That was Satya—loyal, sharp, but he knew when to keep his mouth shut.“Boss,” Satya greeted me with a nod. “Everything alright?”“Yeah,” I replied, though I wasn’t sure if I was convincing myself or him. “I needed to check on things here. Figured it was best to keep busy.”Dhruv joined us, his usual laid-back demeanor hiding the sharp mind underneath. “Thought we might find you here,” he said, giving me a knowing look. “Things good with Rudra?”I shrugged, not wanting to get into it. “He needed some time with Naina. Figured I’d give them space.”Satya exchanged a glance with Dhruv, but neither of them pushed the issue. They knew better than to pry, especially when it came to matters involving Naina.We walked into the warehouse together, the heavy doors closing behind us with a clang. Inside, the familiar scent of oil, metal, and concrete hit me. The dim lighting cast long shadows, making the place feel even more ominous.As we made our way through the corridors, I couldn’t help but think about Rudra and Naina. I trusted them both, but something about the way Naina had looked at him earlier kept gnawing at me. I had to believe that whatever was going on, we’d figure it out. We always did.But for now, I needed to focus on the task at hand. Satya and Dhruv were here, and that meant business. Inside the warehouse, the usual activity buzzed around us. Our soldiers were busy loading the trucks for the new shipment. The sound of crates being shifted, the hum of machinery, and the low murmur of conversation filled the air. It was routine work, but there was always an underlying tension in places like this. We were dealing with powerful merchandise, and that came with risks.I stood with Satya and Dhruv, going over the details of our new shipment deal. The numbers looked good, the arrangements solid, but my mind kept wandering back to Naina and Rudra. I forced myself to focus. Business first. There’d be time to deal with everything else later."We need to ensure this shipment reaches the docks on time," I said, my tone firm. "No delays, no mistakes."Satya nodded, always precise in his duties. "Everything's on schedule, boss. The men know what's at stake."Dhruv, ever the strategist, added, "I've doubled the security for the route. If anyone tries to pull something, we'll be ready."I was about to respond when a sound cut through the warehouse—sharp, unmistakable. A gunshot. My instincts kicked in immediately. The warehouse fell into silence, the usual noise replaced by the tense stillness of men waiting for orders.Satya's eyes narrowed. "I’ll go check it out," he said, his hand already moving to the weapon holstered at his side.I nodded, trusting him to handle it. Satya was quick, efficient, and ruthless when needed. But something about this felt off. One gunshot could be an accident—a misfire, perhaps—but in our line of work, it rarely was.I glanced at Dhruv, who was already on high alert. "Stay sharp," I muttered. "This might be more than just a stray shot."We didn't have to wait long to find out. Within moments, the door at the far end of the warehouse burst open, and a group of heavily armed men stormed in. They moved with purpose, their weapons gleaming under the dim lights, and their intent was clear. These weren’t amateurs; they knew exactly what they were doing."Take cover!" I barked, pulling my own gun from its holster as the first shots rang out.Chaos erupted in the warehouse. The sound of gunfire echoed off the walls as our men scrambled to defend themselves. Crates shattered, bullets ricocheted off metal, and the air filled with the acrid smell of gunpowder.Satya reappeared, firing as he moved, his expression grim. "They’re coming in" .The warehouse was a whirlwind of chaos—gunfire, shouts, and the heavy thud of boots on concrete. The suddenness of the attack had caught us off guard, but that didn’t mean we were defenseless. Far from it.“Everyone, take your positions!” I shouted over the noise, my voice cutting through the pandemonium. Our men were already moving, finding cover behind crates, trucks, and whatever else they could use as a shield.“This is a sudden attack!” I continued, my tone firm and commanding. “We may not have been prepared for this, but we’ve got enough firepower to handle these bastards!”My words seemed to galvanize the men. They knew what was at stake—our shipment, our reputation, and most importantly, our lives. We had dealt with threats before, but this was different. Whoever these attackers were, they had come well-armed and with a purpose.Satya and Dhruv were already in position, firing back with precision. I could see the determination in their eyes; they were ready to fight to the last breath if it came to that. But I wasn’t planning on losing anyone today—not Satya, not Dhruv, not any of my men.The attackers were advancing, but our defenses were strong. Bullets whizzed past me as I crouched behind a stack of crates, returning fire whenever I got a clear shot. The sound of gunfire was deafening, but I kept my focus sharp. I couldn’t afford to let my mind wander, not even for a second.“Hold your ground!” I yelled, my voice hoarse from the effort. “No one gets past us!”We had the advantage of knowing the layout of the warehouse better than anyone. This was our turf, and we weren’t about to let some outsiders take it from us. I glanced over at Dhruv, who was taking down enemies with deadly accuracy. Satya was covering another angle, making sure none of them got too close.Despite the chaos, I could see the attackers starting to falter. We were pushing them back, inch by inch. They had come in strong, but they hadn’t anticipated the fight we’d put up. This was more than just a battle—it was a message. No one crossed us and lived to tell the tale.“Keep pushing them back!” I commanded, gritting my teeth as I fired another shot. We were close to turning the tide, but the fight was far from over.Just as we were beginning to push them back, a new threat emerged. I heard the distinct clink of something being thrown into the warehouse—grenades. But these weren’t just any grenades.“Get down!” I shouted, but it was too late.The blasts echoed through the space, followed by a thick, foggy cloud that quickly spread across the warehouse. My throat tightened as I realized what it was—chloroform gas. The bastards were trying to knock us out, taking us down without a direct fight.The gas filled the air rapidly, a choking fog that burned my lungs with each breath. I pulled my shirt up over my mouth and nose, trying to filter out the worst of it, but it was already starting to take effect. My vision blurred as the fog settled over everything, turning the warehouse into a disorienting maze.I could hear my men coughing, struggling to stay conscious as the gas overpowered them. Shots fired wildly in the haze, but without clear targets, it was chaos.“Hold your positions!” I tried to shout, but my voice was weak, barely cutting through the thick air. I stumbled forward, searching for Satya and Dhruv in the fog. My head felt heavy, and my limbs were sluggish, fighting to stay upright.Through the blur, I saw figures moving, some of my men, others the attackers. The bastards were using the gas as cover to close in on us, trying to finish the job.I had to stay conscious, had to keep fighting, but it was becoming harder with each passing second. My vision tunneled, and my grip on my gun weakened. Still, I forced myself to push through, knowing that if I went down, everything would be lost.I tried to call out for Satya and Dhruv, but my voice barely came out. The gas was too strong. My legs buckled, and I hit the ground hard. Through the haze, I saw vague shapes—some falling, others advancing. I knew this was bad, but I couldn’t let go. Not yet.My last thought before the darkness closed in was of Rudra and Naina. I had to make it back to them. I had to protect them.And then, everything went black.Wake up.”The voice was distant at first, muffled, like it was coming through a thick wall. But then, a sharp sting hit my cheek—a slap. My eyes snapped open, and the world slowly came back into focus.Dhruv was crouched over me, his face tight with urgency. “Come on, Ansh. We need to move. Now.”I blinked, trying to clear the fog from my mind. The remnants of the chloroform gas still clung to the air, making everything feel surreal, like a half-remembered nightmare. My head pounded, and my body ached, but Dhruv’s words cut through the haze.“Let’s go,” he repeated, gripping my arm and helping me sit up. “The Russians… they took Satya. I can’t find him anywhere.”Those words snapped me fully awake. Satya—taken? My mind raced, piecing together the fragmented memories of the ambush. The gas, the gunfire… and then darkness.I shook off the last remnants of unconsciousness and forced myself to my feet. Around us, the warehouse was a wreck. Bodies of our men and the Russians lay scattered, and the air was thick with the smell of blood and burnt metal. But there was no sign of Satya.“Are you sure?” I asked, my voice rough.Dhruv nodded, his eyes dark with anger. “I’ve searched everywhere. They must’ve taken him when we were out cold. We have to go after them.”I clenched my fists, the realization hitting me hard. Satya was like a brother, one of the few I trusted with my life. And now, he was in enemy hands. The Russians had made their move, and this was personal.“Alright,” I growled, the anger fueling me back into action. “We follow them. But we do this smart. We can’t afford to lose anyone else.”Dhruv nodded, already in motion. He handed me my gun, and I checked it, making sure it was loaded.My body was still weak, but the adrenaline was taking over, pushing the fatigue to the background. We had to move fast before the trail went cold.“Let’s go,” I said, my voice steady now. “We’re bringing Satya back, and we’re going to make them pay for this.”With that, we headed out, the weight of what was ahead heavy on my shoulders. But I pushed it aside. There was no room for doubt. We were going to find Satya, no matter what it took.The engine roared as I pressed down on the accelerator, the car speeding through the dark, empty streets. The city lights flickered in the distance, but my focus was solely on the vehicle ahead of us—the one we had been following since we left the warehouse. Everything was a blur of movement and adrenaline, but one thing remained clear: we had to catch them.Our phones were scattered, lost in the chaos of the attack.