khaas rishta

Chapter 14-Bond Of Hope

Aarya left the office, her mind racing from the day's events. She had managed to ruffle Rudransh Suryawanshi's feathers, and she felt a thrill at the thought. He might be handsome and intimidating, but he was just another person, and she wasn't about to let his reputation overshadow her.

As she stepped outside, the cool evening breeze brushed against her face, refreshing after the stuffy office air. She pulled out her phone and scrolled through her messages, smiling when she saw a text from Meera.

Meera: How was your first day? Did you charm your boss?

Aarya chuckled, her fingers flying over the screen.

Aarya: More like I challenged him. It was... intense.

Meera: Oh no, what did you do?

Aarya couldn't help but laugh at Meera's protective instincAarya recounted her day, reliving the argument with Rudransh and her determination to stand her ground. Meera listened, wide-eyed. "You really didn't back down? That's so brave! Most people would have just apologized."

"I can't just let someone walk all over me, especially not someone like him," Aarya replied, her expression serious. "I have to prove myself here. I'm not just a pretty face; I can work hard."

Meera nodded in agreement. "You're right. And besides, I think you kind of made him notice you."

"Notice? He looked like he wanted to throw me out of his office!" Aarya laughed, shaking her head. "But maybe that's the point. If I can get under his skin, then I can get him to see me as more than just an assistant."

As they talked, Aarya felt the excitement of the challenge ahead. She would make sure Rudransh recognized her value. They finished their meal and headed back, the evening air buzzing with laughter and chatter.
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Aarya left the cafe where she stops to have a coffee , still grinning from their conversation. She felt a renewed sense of excitement and challenge about her job. Rudransh might be her boss, but that didn't mean she had to bow down to him. The thought brought a thrill as she walked back to her apartment.

As she entered her building, she noticed her neighbor, an aunty, struggling to carry a heavy bag of groceries. She was always warm and friendly, and Aarya loved her cheerful energy.

"Oh, aunty, let me help you with that!" Aarya hurried over, taking the bag from her hands.

"Oh, thank you, beta!" Aunty patted her arm gratefully. "You're a lifesaver!"

Aarya grinned. "Anything for my favorite neighbor!"

Just then, Mr. Gupta, another neighbor, walked by, grinning. "So, Miss Kapoor has decided to start helping everyone today?" he teased.

Aarya chuckled, giving him a playful salute. "That's right! If you need help carrying anything, you know who to call."

The group shared a laugh, and Aarya felt the warmth of being surrounded by such caring people. As they chatted, her phone buzzed, and she saw her parents' names flash on the screen.

Quickly excusing herself, Aarya stepped aside to take the call. Her parents sounded eager to hear about her first day, but Aarya decided to keep the incident with Rudransh to herself. She knew her parents would worry if they heard she was already clashing with her boss.

"Kaise ho, beta?" her mother asked warmly. "Sab kuch theek hai na?"

Aarya smiled, picturing her mom's concerned face. "Sab badhiya hai, maa. I've made a few friends here, and everything's going great."

"That's good to hear," her father chimed in, his voice laced with relief. "Bas apna dhyaan rakhna."

Aarya assured them she was fine, ending the call with a smile. She felt a pang of homesickness but pushed it aside, determined to focus on her new life in Mumbai.

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Meanwhile, across town, Rudransh returned home after a long, exhausting day. His frustration simmered beneath the surface, and he couldn't stop thinking about Aarya. The way she'd held her ground, her fiery comebacks-she was unlike anyone he'd encountered.

As he stepped inside, his grandfather, Dada Ji, noticed his unusual silence. Usually, Rudransh greeted everyone before heading to his room, but today, he just gave a brief nod.

"Arre, Rudra," Dada Ji called out with a chuckle, "Aaj kuch zyada hi serious ho? Office mein kuch hua kya?"

Rudransh paused, taking a deep breath. "Kuch nahi, Dada Ji. Just a busy day," he replied, trying to brush it off.

His cousin Aryan shot him a knowing look, grinning. "Looks like someone had a rough day. Did someone finally manage to annoy you?"

Rudransh threw a warning glance his way, and Aryan quickly held up his hands in surrender, laughing. "Alright, alright. I won't ask."

Though they tried to make light of it, the family sensed something was different. Rudransh seemed unusually affected, his usual composure shaken, and his expression distant. Deciding it was best not to press him when he was in this mood, they allowed him his space, hoping he would open up when ready.

In the solitude of his room, Rudransh found his thoughts drifting back to Aarya's face, her challenging words, and the strange effect she'd had on him. With a sigh, he shook his head, wondering why she was still lingering in his mind.

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As Rudransh headed to his room, his stepmother, Radhika, watched him with a worried expression. She had noticed the tension in his face and the distant look in his eyes. This wasn't the first time he had come home looking stressed, but today, it seemed different, as if something deeper was troubling him.

Radhika sighed, turning to Dada Ji. "Mujhe uski chinta hoti hai, Baba. Kabhi toh lagta hai ki wo khud ko hi bhool gaya hai. Kabhi khush nahi dikhai deta."

Dada Ji placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "Waqt ke saath sab theek ho jayega. Rudra ka bas apne tareeke ka hai."

Radhika nodded but couldn't shake the worry gnawing at her heart. She had always hoped that someone would come into Rudransh's life who could bring him the happiness he deserved-a kind-hearted, carefree soul who could melt the walls he had built around himself. Her mind drifted to Aarya, the girl she had heard about recently, who was cheerful and full of life. She prayed silently that someday, someone like Aarya would enter Rudransh's life, someone who could bring laughter and warmth to his otherwise rigid routine.

"Bas yehi dua hai," she whispered to herself, "ki uski zindagi mein koi aisa aaye jo uska dil khushiyon se bhar de. Jo uska saathi ban sake, aur uske zindagi ko roshni aur khushi se bhar de."

With a heavy heart but a glimmer of hope, Radhika continued to watch as Rudransh disappeared into his room, praying that one day, someone would come along to ease his burdens and make him truly happy.

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