Eight

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Ekansh woke up to the morning light filtering through the window. As his eyes adjusted, he realized he wasn’t alone. A girl from the previous night’s one-night stand was beside him. This was a scenario he detested-his first rule was that anyone who spent the night should be gone before he woke up.

The girl stirred, her eyes opening to reveal a seductive smile. She reached out to place her hand on Ekansh’s chest, but he jerked away and stood up.

“What the hell are you still doing here?” Ekansh demanded, turning his back to face the window.

“You like seeing me here, don’t you?” the girl replied with a flirtatious tone, pushing Ekansh’s anger to its peak.

He grabbed her by the hair, pulling it painfully.
"Don’t think you can play games with me," he said through gritted teeth, his grip tightening.
"You know my rule about the morning after, don’t you?"

The girl nodded, wincing in pain. Ekansh’s anger flared further.
"You’ve got some nerve sticking around to stay here after you’ve had your fun," he growled, pulling her hair even harder. Her cries filled the room, but Ekansh only smirked at her discomfort.

"Get the hell out of here," he said, releasing her hair. He threw a card at her, which she snatched up before hastily dressing and leaving.

Ekansh lit a cigarette to calm his nerves. As he prepared to leave, his phone rang. It was Abhimanyu. He answered the call.

"Bhai, what’s up?" Ekansh asked, his tone polite but edged with confusion.

"Where are you?" Abhimanyu asked.

"I’m at my apartment. Why?" Ekansh replied, hesitation in his voice.

"I need to talk to you. Come to the office," Abhimanyu said, his tone serious.

"Alright, Bhai," Ekansh agreed, sensing the urgency in his brother’s voice. As Abhimanyu ended the call, Ekansh finished getting ready and headed out to the office.




Abhimanyu descended the stairs, ready for the office. He hadn’t returned to the mansion since the previous night and now made his way to the dining area. There, he saw Arthi serving food to everyone. Although he usually avoided sitting with the family, he was running late for the office and had no choice but to take his seat.

"I was relieved not to see her in my room, but now I have to face her," Abhimanyu thought as he started his meal.

After finishing his breakfast, Abhimanyu stood up. Before leaving the mansion, he paused and turned to Arthi with a warm smile. He produced a small box from his pocket.

"I wasn’t here yesterday," Abhimanyu said, his tone unexpectedly warm, which made Misha’s eyes widen in surprise.
"Ekansh brought me your handmade kheer. It was the best kheer I’ve ever had. I truly enjoyed it." His tone was gentle, but Arthi appeared nervous.

"I know the circumstances surrounding your marriage to Arnav, but I trust you with my brother," Abhimanyu continued, offering a reassuring smile. Arthi’s nervousness was evident.

He handed her the gift.
"This is for you," he said softly. Arthi opened the box to find a beautiful watch and a pair of earrings. Misha admired the selection.
"I’m quite impressed with his choice," she said, and both she and Arthi shared a hearty laugh, easing the earlier tension.

Abhimanyu then stepped out of the mansion and called Ekansh. And told him to visit office to talk about their project.






Abhimanyu sat on his seat and Ekansh and Aavyan sat across him.

"You need to handle this project; it’s really important," Abhimanyu said firmly.

"Bhai, I can’t. I’m not going to some village. You know I dislike those trips," Ekansh protested. Abhimanyu’s glare cut him off.

"Bhai, I have another project to manage. I’m not going," Ekansh insisted, looking away. Abhimanyu sighed.

"Don’t forget about the Mehta project. If you want it, you’ll have to go. Otherwise, it’s your choice," Abhimanyu said seriously. Ekansh’s eyes widened in disbelief as he realized his brother had just threatened him with his biggest project. He sighed in resignation.

"Fine, I’ll go," Ekansh said irritably, glancing away. Aavyan stifled a chuckle.

"Welcome to the business world," Abhimanyu said with a triumphant smile. Ekansh raised an eyebrow.

"Here are the details for this project. Travel safely," Abhimanyu said warmly, sliding a file towards Ekansh. Aavyan chuckled again, earning a glare from Ekansh.

"I will," Ekansh replied with a tight-lipped smile, meeting Abhimanyu’s teasing gaze.

"Take care and travel safely," Aavyan said with a serious tone that masked his teasing. Ekansh smiled back, replying, "I’ll see you later," before heading out.

"You handled that well, Bhai. I wonder what Ekansh Bhai will do now. Poor guy," Aavyan said, leaning back lazily. Abhimanyu glanced at him.

"Aavyan, you will lead this project," Abhimanyu said with a serious expression, sliding a file across the table.

"Bhai, I’m still new to the office. You’re already giving me work?" Aavyan exclaimed, jolting upright.

"You will lead this project, and that’s final," Abhimanyu said firmly. Aavyan stared at him in shock.

"Be careful. One mistake, and it will cost you," Abhimanyu added with a deep, serious tone. Aavyan’s demeanor shifted, recognizing his brother’s seriousness.

"I will be careful, Bhai," Aavyan said earnestly before leaving the room. Abhimanyu watched him go, shaking his head slightly.




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Abhimanyu Rathore
Jija ji
Brother in law

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