Chapter 18

Megha's POV



I went to our room to fetch my bag and phone. I was very excited to start my work from today itself. Bhaiya said that he would drop me to Priya's place.

I rushed as I didn't want bhaiya to wait for me and as I was walking so fast, I bumped into a hard wall or a human wall. It seemed that Mehul was getting out of the room at the same time.

He held me, to prevent me from falling. He was looking at me with a weird look. He didn't release his grip around my waist. I said sorry hastily and went inside, picked all the stuff that I needed and ran downstairs.

Mehul was still standing at the same place. I ran towards bhaiya, he said, "It is ok Megha, I know you are very excited about this, but lets at least have breakfast. " I smiled and nodded.

Everyone settled down to have breakfast and Mehul came and sat next to me, but I didn't even look at him.

We finished our breakfast and I touched Maji's feet to seek her blessings. She kissed on my forehead and said, " All the best, beta"

Bhabhi hugged me and wished me luck.

Papaji said, " Do well and make me proud. "

I thanked all of them, Mehul must have been wondering what was happening, but I didn't bother to tell him.

I left with bhaiya. he started the car and drove towards Priya's office.

" So how was the party last night? "

" It was good "

" Megha, look at me, I am like your elder brother, Right? "

" Yes, you are. You have always been."

" So tell me the truth now. What happened last night at the party? And before you try to lie again let me tell you that I saw both of you entering our home. So you better tell me the truth."

I didn't want to tell him but he was adamant. So I slowly told him everything. He looked angry. I requested him not to say anything to him. He promised me, he won't.

I called Priya and told her that I am on my way. She said she would reach there shortly. We reached her office. Priya came within 10 minutes. She greeted both of us. Bhaiya left after saying that the driver will come to pick you. I will send you his number.

Priya was very excited to see me she asked me to come along and then she took me to a big room.

This is going to be my office once you design it in a way that reflects the essence of our business and my personality. And apart from this, I want you to do my dad's office in fact the entire office and a showroom which we have here in New Delhi. I have a few other things in mind as well but that is for later. I hope you are ok with it."

" Yeah... sure, I would love to do it. And thanks in believing me I will show you a few things I have already done. You can tell me your preference and what is your dad's business? It will give me an idea of what exactly you want."

" Ok, let me tell you... He is the biggest exporter of Indian ethnic clothing materials and Traditional outfits. We have all kind of clothes woven in every part of India and we also export all types of traditional outfits ( garments) all over the world. So, I want the theme to be traditional. Tell me, whatever you need. " Priya said.

" Oh great, you know my dad is one of the biggest exporters of Indian Handicrafts from all over India. So, I have all the material in the world to do this project. I will show you the pics. Just tell me what you like and it will be delivered very soon." She seemed contended.

We went to another office which belonged to her father. I opened my laptop and showed her all the possibilities. She selected one for her office and another for her dad's.

" I will take you to our showroom very soon. You can do whatever you want to with my office. But I don't want major changes in dad's office. Just a few quick ones will do. We can't close the office or showroom so the change should not hinder the work. " She said politely.

I smiled and nodded, " Of course, I understand that. I will get back to you with my designs and the art pieces which you selected will be here soon. If you want me to use or avoid any colours or texture please let me know. "

I wanted to ask her if she was alright after last night, but I didn't want her to think that I was intruding.

She seemed to be, ok. I really liked her and know that we can be very good friends.

I got a message from bhaiya along with driver's photograph and his name and number.

I called the driver, he picked up on the second ring and informed me that he is already here.

I came home and told Maji about it. She was very happy. I went to my room and talked to Vimal Bhai. He was really happy to know about my first project.

" I am very proud of you my cute little sister. I am coming to Delhi in a day or two just tell me what you want. I will get it with me or send you as soon as possible. I am buying a new showroom where we will have all the stock so you can get whatever you want. But first, you have to design its interiors. Send me the pictures of the things you want."

" Ok Bhai, I love you."

" I love you too, Megha. See you soon."

I worked hard that day, first of all, I sent the pics to Bhai. Then I thought about different colours schemes. And other accessories and art effects. In the end, I worked on the landscaping of our garden. I was working in the study for the last 4 hours. I didn't realise it was time to have dinner.

I went to the dining room. Everyone was there, servants were laying the table. I helped them in setting the table. The men were discussing their business. And bhabhi was busy with her work. She had her own event management company. She was making a few phone calls.

Maji asked me, " Beta, you were in the study for so long, I didn't want to disturb you, but you must take some rest too. You have been working continuously."

I hugged her and said, " I made a few designs for the garden maji. We will work on that design whichever

you will select.

Since there was some time for dinner I showed her the designs. Bhabhi was also free by then they liked them. They selected a few. There was much open space around. We could try a few things.

From the corner of my eye, I saw that Mehul was looking at me continuously. But I didn't even give him one look.

Mehul's POV

Can anybody tell me what is going on? When I got up in the morning, Megha was not in the room. In fact, it seemed that she had already taken shower as her night suit was in the basket, meant for the clothes which were to be washed.

I looked at my watch, Oh, no... I overslept. I did all my daily routine and took a quick shower. I got ready and was going downstairs when she bumped into me near the door of our room as she was almost running. I held her otherwise she would have fallen. I liked having her in my arms. She was so soft against my hard chest.

She hastily said sorry and went into the room and picked up her phone, bag and laptop. Without even looking at me she ran downstairs. I was dumbfounded and kept standing there for a few more seconds.

She was going somewhere with Bhai and was so excited that she didn't even bother about eating. She sat down for the breakfast but only because bhai insisted.

She was sitting next to me but didn't even bother sparing me a glance. What was she so excited about? Everyone was wishing her luck, but why? And where the hell was she going? Everyone knew in the family, but me. She didn't bother to tell me.

She left with bhai, I asked bhabhi, " Where has bhai gone? Why did she go with him? "

She just shrugged and said, " I didn't bother to ask."

" And why was everyone wishing her good luck ?? "

" You are her husband, why are you asking me? You should have asked her. " She said and with that, she also went for her work. I asked mom but didn't get any answer from her.

What the hell ??