When Disaster Meets Perfection

Ch 64. Caught in the act

As the evening drew to a close, Shivay and Annika made their way back to the vibrant stall, exhausted but exhilarated from their fairground adventures. Annika's eyes sparkled with excitement as she began to unload the assortment of prizes and treats she had accumulated.

"Hey, guys! Check out the loot!" Annika exclaimed, distributing the goodies among Rahul, Sagar, and Kavita.

Rahul's eyes widened as he accepted a stuffed tiger and a bag of colorful candies. "Wow, Annika Mam! You really know how to bring home the prizes!"

Sagar grinned, admiring the bright pink teddy bear Annika handed him. "Thanks, Annika Mam! You're the best!"

Kavita squealed with delight, clutching the gleaming silver necklace Shivay had won for Annika. "Ooh, this is gorgeous! Can I try it on?"

Annika laughed, helping Kavita fasten the necklace. "Of course, Kavita! You look stunning!"

As the group shared in the joy of Annika's prizes, Shivay stood back, observing the warm scene with a quiet smile. His eyes met Annika's, and for a moment, they shared a connection that went beyond the evening's festivities.

"Alright, guys, now that you've ogled the goodies, give me the sales update," Annika said, her entrepreneurial spirit taking over.

Rahul, ever-prepared, launched into a detailed briefing. "Ma'am, we've had an incredible day. We've sold almost our entire stock of clothes and accessories. If this momentum continues, we should clear out our remaining inventory by tomorrow afternoon."

Annika's eyes lit up with excitement.

"Additionally," Rahul continued, "all the handcrafted items flew off the shelves. We've also directed customers with size issues to visit our shop or order from the app, ensuring potential sales aren't lost."

Sagar chimed in, "We've even taken orders for custom designs, ma'am. People love the unique designs and quality."

Kavita nodded in agreement. "And the social media promotion is paying off. We've received several inquiries and orders through our online platforms."

Annika beamed with pride, her team's hard work and dedication evident in the impressive sales figures.

"Fantastic job, everyone!" Annika exclaimed. "Let's keep up the fantastic work and make tomorrow just as successful!"

Sagar nodded in agreement. "Ma'am, your strategy of offering discounts compared to the app really worked. Some customers were familiar with our online platform, but when they saw they could save ₹10 to ₹50 here, they opted to buy from us instead."

Annika smiled, pleased with the outcome. "Excellent! Now, let's wrap up the stall. You all deserve some relaxation time before the fair closes."

Kavita raised an eyebrow. "But ma'am, most shops are still open. Why close early?"

Annika's expression turned thoughtful. "I know most shops will remain open, but you three need some downtime too. If we closed at the same time as everyone else, you wouldn't get to enjoy the fair. Besides, it's getting dark, and people will be less likely to buy clothes without seeing how they look in daylight. We've already sold most of our stock, and as Rahul mentioned, the remaining items will sell easily tomorrow."

Kavita nodded, convinced. "Okay, ma'am, as you say."

As Annika, Rahul, Sagar, and Kavita began closing the stall, Shivay lent a helping hand whenever needed, streamlining the process.