Selfish Desires

Chapter 34

Chapter 34

The sound of harsh metal bars clanging shut echoed through the small, dimly lit police station as Arjun was escorted into a cold, cramped cell.
Confusion gnawed at his mind as he tried to make sense of the situation. Why was he being arrested? What had he done wrong?

Desperation clawed at Arjun as he approached the iron bars, calling out to the inspector on duty, "Inspector, please, can you tell me why I'm here? What are the charges against me?"

The inspector, a stern-looking man with a hardened expression, simply shrugged in response. "You'll find out soon enough. Just wait for the lawyer to arrive."

Arjun's mind raced with thoughts of Kavya, the woman he loved, who was set to marry Akhil in just two days. And now, the added shock of learning that she was carrying his child threw him into a state of turmoil.

As the weight of the situation bore down on him, Arjun's heart ached with the realization that he might miss his chance to be with Kavya and their unborn child. He felt powerless and trapped, unable to change the events unfolding around him.

The tension in the air was palpable as Arjun sat on the cold, hard bench in the police station holding a cell. He felt a surge of relief when he saw the lawyer enter, hoping that finally, he would get some answers to the charges that had been brought against him.

But as the lawyer, a sleek, suited man with a detached air, approached him, Arjun's relief quickly turned to confusion and disbelief. The lawyer avoided making eye contact as he spoke in a monotone voice.

"Arjun, I'm here on behalf of the company's MD, Arvind. He has put charges of fraud against you. It seems there have been irregularities in the financial statements that point to your involvement."

Arjun's jaw dropped in shock. Fraud? Irregularities? He couldn't believe what he was hearing. Arvind sir  , who had always praised his work and dedication, accused him of something so heinous and unfounded.

Arjun's anger boiled over as the lawyer's words echoed in his mind. The unfairness of the situation hit him like a ton of bricks, and he felt a surge of rage towards Arvind for accusing him of something he hadn't done. How could Arvind, a man whom he had considered a mentor, betray him in such a way?

As he paced back and forth in the cold, dimly lit cell, Arjun's mind raced with a myriad of emotions.

But then, amidst the anger and confusion, a sudden realization struck him like a lightning bolt. Could it be that Arvind's sudden change in attitude towards him was not just about the alleged fraud but something much more personal and deeply rooted?

A whirlwind of memories flooded Arjun's mind - secret rendezvous with Kavya, stolen moments of passion and love that they had shared in secrecy. It all made sense now. Arvind had been oblivious to their relationship till now as Kavya planned to inform Arvind. And then, it hit Arjun like a ton of bricks - Kavya was pregnant with his child The pieces of the puzzle started to fall into place, and the gravity of the situation hit him with full force.

Arvind's accusations weren't just about business. They were personal. He was protecting his daughter and his family's reputation at any cost, even if it meant destroying Arjun's life in the process.

As the truth dawned on him, Arjun's anger began to dissipate, replaced by a wave of sadness and remorse. 

Rana hurried into the police station, his eyes widening in shock as he saw Arjun sitting in the lockup, a look of concern etched on his face.

"Arjun, what happened? Why are you here?" Rana asked frantically.

Arjun looked up, his eyes filled with worry. "I was falsely accused of something I didn't do, Rana. Arvind, sir, did it . I need to get out of here as soon as possible. Kavya's marriage is in two days, and she's pregnant with my child. I need to make sure she and our unborn child are safe."