Down The Memory Lane ~

Chapter 17 ~ Misunderstandings?

Manik paced out of the Vanity restlessly. His eyes were blood red and it was clearly evident from his face that he was angry as hell and Why won't he be? Nandini Murthy was taking measurements of some other guy. Wasn't that enough to turn him into a monster? "Manik wait!" Cried Cabir who was trying hard to stop him. "It's her Job Manik!" Poor Cabir, Manik was in no mood to stop and listen and as soon as they reached outside, Manik strided towards the new guy like a raging mad bull, all ready to beat the shit out of him. "Hi, I'm Nandini, Nandini Murthy." I spoke, extending My hand for a handshake, unknown to the fact that Manik was standing there, watching us angrily. He was letting jealousy reveal what he craved instead of resisting and just before he could hold her hand, Cabir jumped into the situation, "Nandini!" He cried, breathlessly, "Wo..I need to talk to you, Right now." Well, what else could he do? He stopped Manik from doing a big mistake, just because of his temper. I was, however, stunned to see the view infront of my eyes. Cabir was sweating because obviously, he came running like a mad person and Manik, well, his facial expressions were enough for me to understand that he was angry as hell. Cabir signaled me to leave and I immediately left from there.

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"What is wrong with you Nandini? How could you just hold his hand like that?" Manik screamed his lungs out. He was hell angry and this looked serious. "What are you saying?" I was literally stunned. Okay, I know how impulsive and short tempered Manik is but this kind of behavior was really not expected. "You know what I mean, Nandini." His eyes, were blood red. "This is my job Manik! You just can't boss around me all the time." I shouted out loud. "Really now? You think that I boss around you?" He shot back, crossing his arms. "Yes you do! Have I ever stopped you from talking to your Co-star, No right? Because I know you're mine. I know you're not gonna go anywhere and Most importantly, Because I trust you Manik. But, you? What is all this anger for? Wait, let me guess...Because I was doing my job?" Things were surely taking an ugly turn but it was very important for me to explain this to Manik. "Why don't you understand Manik? When the roots are deep, there is no reason to fear the wind." I said, Calmly. "Fine," he said, taking a deep breath, "You think I boss around you, right? Fine then, I'd rather leave." And saying this, he left leaving me in astonished. I stabbed my feet onto the ground angrily and lost my cool. Fine, do whatever you want to do. This time, I'm not gonna come after you. I've had enough!

Later that Night, I kept staring the screen of my cellphone, waiting for his message but Poor me, I was expecting for something which was not gonna happen. Should I text him? I questioned Myself, No, Why should I? So What if he's angry, Even I'm angry! And saying this, I switched off the lamp and went to sleep.

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I woke up, rubbing my eyes and yawning. I picked up my cellphone crossing my fingers to check if he had messaged or something and there it was, One new text Message from Monster Manik. 😈 Well, after the argument last night, I changed his name. From Manik ❤ it was now, Monster Manik 😈 I smiled a little. I knew it. Aagayi na meri yaad sir ko? Zaroor sorry kehraha hoga but I'm not gonna forgive so easily. After talking to myself for about 10 minutes, I finally views his message and boom! There I was, sitting on the bed in a state of Shock. His message said, I'm at the Airport. Leaving for a shoot so won't be able to Call. Will be back in five days. Take care of yourself! I rubbed my eyes as to recheck if all this was really happening. What even!? Shit! Did I say too much last night? I was regretting each and every word of mine. I cursed the moment I Spoke all that and tried to call him again and again but My bad, the text message came at 7:50 A.M and now it was 11 A.M. WHAT DID YOU DO NANDINI MURTHYY? I threw away all the pillows angrily.

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I reached the studio a bit lit because Obviously I was crying at the home, thinking about him. I met the producer on my way, "Oh Nandini, good that you're here. The cast and crew have left for Paris in the morning and they would need a Costume designer aswell so I've spoken to Sneha about it, She'll leave in the evening so can you please help her with the preparations?" My eyes literally jumped out of their sockets. Like what? "But Mam, Sneha?" I said, not being able to digest the fact that I missed the opportunity. Damn Nandini! If you would've arrived on time, maybe, just maybe, you would have got the chance to go to Manik. Damn! "Mam! I need to talk!" Sneha intervened. "Actually Mam, My Mom's not well so can Nandini go in my place?" A huge smile formed on my lips as Sneha winked at me. "Okay, Nandini are you fine with this?"

"Yeah, obviously!" I cried out loud. "I mean, if you say so." I said,  controlling my excitement. "Pack your bags then, you'll leave in the evening." Saying this she left and Sneha highfived-ed me. Thankyou so much!" I said, side hugging her. "Come on now jao aur manao apne romeo ko." She giggled. "Jaa Nandu jaa, jeelay apni zindagi."

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Just when I was busy packing my Stuff, My Cellphone rang and there was one WhatsApp Notification. Monster Manik: There? I raised an eyebrow, Ahan, so Mr Malhotra finally got some time off. Keep waiting Mr Malhotra, I'm coming to you. Till then, keep missing me!

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2 hours later at Amsterdam.

What the hell! Where is Nandini? She didn't come online since the morning. This girl, She just doesn't let me be in peace. Manik was struggling really hard with his lines because obviously, his heart and his brain was just thinking about Nandini. He just couldn't focus on his shoot as thousands of negative thoughts filled up his mind. Acha Baba, My fault. I'm sorry now reply please? I'm worried, Nandini. He texted her but little did he know, Ms Murthy had some different plans. She left for the airport and Manik had no idea what was coming to him. Oh God, Please protect her. Dammit, I just hope this girl is fine and has not landed up herself in some trouble. He texted Sneha to ask about her but She replied saying, I'm sorry Manik, I'm not well today so didn't go to the Studio. Nandini's cellphone is switched off btw. Oh God Nandini, where are you?

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