ISHQBAAZI

CH.|4|

~MISHTI

I stormed into my cabin, still burning
with anger from my encounter with Reyansh. Where are Aayushi and Rahul?

My eyes scanned the room, but it was empty. Those two were acting strange lately, Always disappearing, whispering in huddles. I'd let it slide, not wanting to spy over them, But today was different.

They'd left early, claiming they had work, I'd assumed they'd be here for Reyansh's meeting. Yet, they were nowhere to be found.

Just as I was starting to worry, the door burst open. Aayushi and Rahul halted in,sweating and lost control over their breath.
"What's going on?" I demanded, eyes narrowing.

Aayushi flashed a bright smile. "Bas, Mishti, we were just... uh... getting some chaat."

Rahul nodded willingly, "Yeah, and some extra golgappas."

I raised an eyebrow, "Golgappas at 11 am? With that guilty look on your face?"

Aayushi's grin disappeared, "Uh, we just went .... To get some fresh air..."
My Sherlock senses went directly to study the case over here, Something was fishy.

"You're hiding something," I said.
Aayushi's expression transformed to her real self. "Okay, guys, I'll spill everything," she announced, a mischievous glint in her eye.

Rahul's eyes widened in alarm. "Mere ko kuch nahi pata" he muttered, playing dumb.

Aayushi continued, unbothered "We weren't in the office because Rahul here had his heart set on that cute girl from the 1st floor."

Rahul was confused at first but eventually accepted the fact. "And, well, I was helping him with some... creative ideas." She continued.
I burst into laughter. "Creative ideas? Rahul, you?"

Aayushi said dramatically. "Actually, Rahul messed it up, and she blocked him on social media."

Rahul's embarrassment was second-handed.

Aayushi nudged him. "Come on, Rahul, own up."

Rahul hesitated before grinning. "Yeah, I got blocked."

I teased, still chuckling.
"Next time, take my advice. I'm the office expert on love disasters."

Rahul playfully rolled his eyes. "Thanks, but no thanks."

***

~MISHTI

I rushed into the main hall alongside Aayushi and Rahul, eager to witness the spectacle. Mr. Reyansh Malhotra THE CEO who's low on his vocabulary is going to give a speech for us.

Kartik's announcement sent the room into a haste.
"So let's invite our CEO, Mr. Reyansh Malhotra, on stage!"

Cheers and applause emitted as Reyansh made his way onto the stage, exuding confidence.

I rolled my eyes. His icy air commanded attention, yet I managed to look beyond that.

The female employees, captivated by his look, were entranced. Giggling, blushing, and swooning - it was like they'd lost all reason altogether.