Shadowed Desires

Chapter 16

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Another day brought some new changes in their lives. The situation between Atharv and Kritika was growing more complicated by the day.

Meanwhile, in another corner of the city, new webs of deception were being spun-completely unknown to Atharv and Kritika, who were simply focusing on the upcoming events.

But today, they were taking a break from all the political stress-just for a few hours-as Aditya and Ahana insisted they join them at a club. Though both initially refused, they eventually gave in.

Atharv and Aditya were already waiting downstairs when Kritika was heading to her closet. Ahana knocked on her room door and said,
"Bhabhi, I have got something for you." (Sister-in-law, I have something for you.)

She handed Kritika a paper bag. Opening it, Kritika found a beautiful dress inside and asked,
"Ye tumne design ki hai na?" (You designed this, right?)
Ahana nodded and replied,
"Specially aapke liye. Ab bas aap jaldi se isse pehen kar aaiye na."
(Especially for you. Now quickly wear it and come out.)

Kritika nodded and went to the closet to change. After changing, Ahana made her sit by the vanity and began giving her a completely new look.

"I don't like heavy makeup," Kritika said.

"Kabhi kabhi sab chalta hai bhabhi. Bas aap final look ka wait kijiye,"
(Sometimes it's okay, bhabhi. Just wait for the final look.) Ahana replied as she started working her magic.

Soon, both women walked downstairs. Aditya and Ahana had already left in another car. Atharv was on a phone call when the rhythmic sound of heels echoed behind him, catching his attention.

He ended the call and turned. The sight of Kritika made his breath hitch. She noticed his reaction and walked up to him.

Leaning into his ear, she whispered, "Breathe, Mr. Shekhawat."

Coming out of his trance, he exhaled and said, "Crime is yours, my highness."

"Trying to be a husband who's wrapped around his wife's little finger?" she teased.

Atharv chuckled. "Won't work on me, wifey."

"Let's see." she smirked. And with that, they settled into the car.

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Time skip...

They entered the club, hand in hand. Dim lights, loud music, and a vibrant crowd welcomed them.

Ahana and Aditya were already lost in the music.
"Why don't you guys also join us in a couple dance?" they asked in unison.

"Maybe your brother won't like the idea of dancing on his wife's tune," Kritika smirked.

Atharv chuckled. "She loves being sarcastic. You guys enjoy-we'll enjoy sitting here."

As Aditya and Ahana left, Atharv asked, "You want me to dance to your tunes?"

"I think that's not an easy task for me," Kritika replied.

"Let's see who wins before the night ends."
Leaning in, he added in a low voice, "Then this night may lead to one person surrendering, for sure."

Just then, the music intensified. Kritika grabbed his hand and led him to the crowd.

> Jogi Nach Le, Rang Raj De...
(Dance, free-spirited one, spread your colors...)