Lost Treasure

Secret Shelf

Bobby dials Sirsi's number again, it's still switched off!. What the hell is  she doing?? Or did something happen to her? Bobby instantly panicked but he was smart. He was the topper in his college, he worked as an manager in retail brand in London but his detective mind hasn't put to rest.
Slowly, he peaked inside the staff room of YLR college, as classes was going on.. he wasn't able to spot any faculty in staff room. He managed to enter Sirsi's cabin, the table was swept clean. He started to unlock the cupboard but eventually broke it open, they were pile of assignment papers everywhere. But,
He was tall enough to spot a fake ceiling on the cupboard, he broke it open with the Swiss knife that he always carried. Papers came running down on him, the cement and ashes covered his hand and fell down creating a thud sound. He panicked and  gathered all the papers and shoved it inside his jacket. He heard someone approaching. He swiftly shifted to the opposite cabin. The cabins had an old unhooked doors, making a squeaky sound when people left the room.
As the footsteps got closer, he peeped from the opposite cabin, the intruder wore a hard winter boots, the kind of boots that people wear while hiking in woods. He isn't a faculty! Bobby wanted to see his figure, he was medium short, his jacket was long enough to conceal his figure but still looked well built. As soon as he entered Sirsi's cabin, he muttered in unknown language, the one similar to Sirsi spoke. Both were immediately alarmed by the bell that went buzzing in the college campus. Students voice started getting louder and louder.. towards the staff room. The short man walked fiercely out of the campus. Bobby tried to follow him but the students in the hallway made it difficult.
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Bobby's flight was long and tiring, yet he did not waste time resting on the airport lounge instead, went straight to the address he found on the letters he found in Sirsi's cabin.

He knocked again, a middle aged man peeped through the window. Bobby did not know what to do, he smiled and waved at him. Bobby and John sat down in the hall and discussed on what happened. "Please sleep and rest for a while, we will talk further when Nalan is back" said John. Bobby went to Sirsi's room, he did not expect to hear that she is missing. He saw her book collections, her childhood photos and many palm leaves inside the box. But his eyes weren't ready for this now, he needed rest.. a good sleep.

Next day morning, Nalan had received a call from the police, he and Petros left home immediately. Are there any enemies or Ex or boyfriend for Sirsi? Nalan rushed his response even before the inspector completed his question. "That can't be possible, she would have said if there is anything as such, we were more like friends". Inspector nodded silently, then can you explain why has she been happily shopping in Colombo city centre, Srilanka? The inspector showed the video he received on his system and asked to confirm her identity as well.
"That's indeed her! but she has been kidnapped.. that's the truth!! Nalan said furiously. "Well, It doesn't seem like you know her! We had just called you to confirm her identity.. that's it. You need to withdraw the case."
Petros questioned how did they manage to get this video and it's possible that it could be forged as well right? We have received this from a legitimate source and this video hasn't been forged, necessary tests and the original location of the video is already verified. Petros had no say further.
Nalan was not able to move, he knew the video wasn't forged, it was his little sister happily moving around the mall buying dresses!

No that's not possible no! John sat down as he heard this.. they are just doing some scam to avoid the case! I know her!! She needs help Nalan!!!! John sobbed continuously.
Petros hasn't seen his father cry, he tried to console him but he was deeply worried. He sat on the sofa with Petros by his side. Tell me you will find her safely?? Petros held his hand closer and cried, I will do anything to get her back papa!!.. they held on to each other.

Bobby came outside the room and saw every one in tears, is she alright? Uncle??? John sobbed, I hope!!!
After a brief introduction about Bobby and Sirsi, Nalan said maybe "I don't know her after all??"  Bobby nodded in disbelief. We did not really date! Am here because I love her and I need to be there for her!!
The sorrow had taken them under its wings.
But not Bobby! Which mall did you mention?? It's Colombo city centre said Petros. Again, what was she doing? Nalan muttered shopping!!!!!
Well, she needs clothes right? I mean she might be shopping bcz she needs them! Then why not escape? Nalan asked. Well, I think we are not getting this correct.. But he was more curious about the history of  treasure. John can you share details of treasure? It will help getting her back!
Or maybe you need the treasure too?? Nalan questioned back. Bobby took out the letters and the printouts of the mail from Sirsi's account he hacked. "Maybe I would have!! I had the map that you sent her! But I need her..not the treasure.. okay? Nalan sighed in disbelief and walked out of the room.