Chapter 8
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'Shreya! I want you in my Cabin right now! I've got some important work for you' came ACP Pradyuman's voice making them all jump.
Shreya cast a wary eye at the still confused Daya and a truly excited Kavin and left the room.
The entire day ACP kept them engrossed in work. At 10 pm finally she got free. Shreya really wanted some quiet so that she would be able to think a solution for this problem. But one thing she had clear in her mind. She had to clear the confusion before it got too late. She was walking towards her parked car, when suddenly someone grabbed her. Shreya didn't even get time to express surprise as Kavin kissed her. She gasped. She was trying to pull away but he was too strong for her. They sensed someone approaching and reluctantly Kavin broke off. Daya stood staring at them his eyes wide with surprise. He eyed Shreya. She wanted to scream that this was not true but no words came out. Finally Daya spoke in a grave tone, 'Sorry did I disturb your personal moment?'
'No... That's mm... All right' said Kavin blushing slightly.
Shreya couldn't look at him.
'You guys were blocking the door' said Daya coldly pointing at his car.
'Oh sorry' said Kavin moving aside.
'No problem. Well this came as a surprise. I didn't know you two were dating', said Daya pointedly looking at Shreya.
'Daya... I-' she began.
But Daya immediately interrupted 'See you tomorrow. I am getting late'
'I hate disturbances' said Kavin pulling her closer.
Shreya placed her hands on his chest. 'Kavin please... We need to talk'
'That can be done later baby' he said and pressed his lips to her.
She jerked him away. 'Stop it! Just listen to me... It - it's all a mistake... that letter thing' said Shreya.
'What's wrong with you? Why are you so nervous?' he asked.
'I am not nervous. I am trying to tell you something. Just listen to me' she said.
'Fine. Let's go home. Then we'll talk all right?' he said.
'Okay' she agreed.
Shreya's father welcomed them warmly.
'Hey dad', said Shreya.
'Had too much of work, did you?' he asked her.
'Yeah', she said.
'Okay I have to tell you guys something. I am going off for a month with a bunch of my friends. One of our friends got a pretty good country house so he's invited us over' he said.
'Great. I was wondering when would you announce that you are leaving' said Shreya sulkily.
'I stay if you want me to. And I mean it you know that' said her dad.
'No it's fine. I'll take care of her.' said Kavin immediately.
Shreya gave him a smile. She knew he would always be there for her. She was glad she had not overreacted. She would have sounded very rude. And it would have hurt him a lot. She knew he would understand her feelings. He was her best friend after all. But she was quiet surprised to find that he had feelings for her. She had never noticed this earlier. Shreya loved kavin a lot. But only as a friend. Nothing beyond that.
'Well we have an announcement to make.' said Kavin.
'No! Kavin please. We have to talk about this first' Shreya reacted immediately.
'We can always talk later honey' said Kavin.
'What is it?' Shreya's dad asked.
'We have decided to take our friendship a step ahead. We love each other and we are officially dating' said Kavin smiling.
'What?' said Shreya unable to stop herself.
'Really? That's wonderful news!' Shreya's dad exclaimed.
He was almost jumping with joy.
He gave Shreya and Kavin a bone crushing hug.
'I am so happy you guys have finally decided to settle down. That is so amazing. I can really go off to my buddy's place in peace. And believe me I am glad my daughter chose you. No one like you son' he said.
'I am honoured' said Kavin.
Shreya was staring at them in disbelief. What the hell was happening with her? And didn't her dad see that she was unhappy? That she was not smiling or blushing like any ordinary girl? And Kavin was acting really weird. He was deliberately avoiding her. What was his problem? She couldn't stop thinking about Daya. She was sure Daya was angry with her. She still remembered his shocked expression when he had caught them kissing. She wanted to tell him it was not Kavin but he whom she loved. But the situation had worsened now. Her father, she knew was not in a state to listen or understand and Kavin for some strange reason was acting really weird.
'I will get going.' said Kavin
'No wait. We need to talk' said Shreya.
'I am really tired Shreya. We will talk tomorrow. I promise. Besides now we have all the time in the world' said Kavin.
'Good night son' said Shreya's dad.
'Good night. I will drive you to the airport tomorrow morning.' said Kavin to Shreya' father.
After he left Shreya's father said, 'Hey I want to hear all about it. Who said it first? The three magic words?'
'Dad, can we talk later please? After you come back? I am really tired' said Shreya.
'Is anything bothering you? We can talk' he said.
'No dad. I am fine. But I'm gonna miss you' she said.
Her father hugged her tightly.
'I will be back soon. And you won't be alone anymore. Kavin will be there' he said.
Shreya managed to give him a weak smile. She wondered what Daya might be thinking about her. She missed him terribly.
'Good night dad! Have a safe journey and enjoy yourself' ssid Shreya.
'Sure dear. Take care' he said.
'I will be coming to see you off at the airport' said Shreya and went back to her room. She thought of calling Daya but then decided not to. She would meet him and tell him everything the very next day.
The next day dawned quickly. After leaving her father at the airport, Kavin left as ACP Pradyuman had assigned him some work. Shreya reached the bureau at 10 am. She spotted Daya working on his laptop. No one had arrived yet and Shreya seized the opportunity. She cautiously approached him and spoke in a low voice, 'I - I need to talk to you'
'can't you see I'm working? I really don't have time' said Daya rudely.
'Please I know you are angry. But I want to confess something. Just listen to me once' Shreya urged him.
Daya ignored her and kept typing on his laptop.
Shreya was getting really desperate. She shut his laptop with a snap. Now Daya really lost his temper. 'Have you gone crazy? What the hell you want?' he demanded angrily.
'Just two minutes of your precious time' said Shreya softly.
'What is it? I am listening' he said in an indifferent tone.
'Me and Kavin... We are not really - ' she began but Daya cut her across.
'Wait a minute. I am not interested in discussing your personal life' he said.
'Really? Why are you acting as if you don't care?' Shreya asked.
'Because, I really don't care anymore. Remember that night when you were yelling at me that I hadn't told you I had a girlfriend? And now didn't bother telling me that you and Kavin were dating? Why is that?' he asked.
'Because I am not dating him!' said Shreya angrily.
'Is it so? So you don't mind if any random person kisses you?' asked Daya in a mocking tone.
'He forcibly kissed me!' said Shreya.
'Shreya just shut up! Do you think I am that stupid? And I really don't need you or your friendship. Just leave. I really do not wish to see you again ever.' he said.
'You can't do this to me! Why are you being so mean? I am telling the truth! You have to believe me!' said Shreya almost on verge of tears.
Daya opened his mouth to interrupt but one of their colleagues arrived and he fell silent. He returned to his desk and continued working.
Shreya ran to the washroom. Angry tears were sliding down her cheeks.
'I won't give up. I will make you believe me.' she thought. But first she decided that she would tell Kavin the entire truth. It would hurt him a lot but she had no choice.
2 days later
Shreya and Rachel had decided to have dinner at a restaurant. Shreya was dying to tell her the tragedy that had struck her. Rachel would probably provide her with a solution. Howsoever she decided, she couldn't tell Kavin the truth. She was unsure he would he react. She was scared of hurting him. She knew every minute of her delay was increasing the distance between her and Daya. But she couldn't help it.
She reached the restaurant a bit early. She was waiting for her to arrive. Around ten minutes later she spotted Rachel. But she was not alone. Shreya was surprised to see Daya and a pretty girl with her. 'Hi! Sorry I got late. I bumped into a friend of mine and her boyfriend. I invited them to have dinner with us. Hope you don't mind' said Rachel.
Shreya was not sure she heard her properly. 'A friend was okay. But her boyfriend? And that too Daya? Wasn't it a very strange coincidence?' thought Shreya.
Daya too was surprised to see Shreya there. But then he said with a smirk, 'I am sure she won't mind'
'By the way she's Bimoe!' said Rachel introducing the pretty girl.
'What?' said Shreya.
'Ooo I am sorry... Her name is Katie but we used to call Bimoe. Doesn't it sound cute?' squealed Rachel.
'Yeah...' Shreya managed to say. She didn't find anything 'cute' in her name. She would rather call her 'Bimbo.' Her mere presence was so irritating for Shreya that she really wanted to leave. But she stopped anyway.
Throughout the dinner Shreya kept silent. Daya kept flirting with Katie as well as Rachel which made Shreya angrier. They were enjoying their deserts when Rachel got a call and she excused herself. Daya and Katie were in their own world. They were staring at each other. Shreya felt really awkward. She had a mad urge to kick that stupid Bimoe.
'You are so hot. Mind giving me a demo?' Katie whispered eying his lips.
'Not at all' said Daya and leaned forward to kiss her.
'Stop it!' Shreya shrieked before she could stop herself.
Katie stared at her. 'What's wrong?' she asked.
'What the hell do you think of yourself? I know you doing it on purpose! How dare you Daya?' Shreya yelled at the Daya.
'Hey calm down! What's your problem?' asked Katie.
Everyone was staring at them. Rachel came rushing to their table. She was staring at them unable to understand what was going on.
'You better stay out of this! You don't know anything' Shreya said to Katie.
'Shreya stop it! What happened?' asked Rachel.
'Why should I stay out of this? He is my boyfriend!' yelled Katie.
'No! He is not!' Shreya retorted.
'Guys! Please don't create a scene here. And is anybody going to tell me what's wrong?' asked Rachel.
'Your friend is crazy!' said Daya.
'Yeah... We were just enjoying our private moment when suddenly she started yelling and accusing him. I mean you don't even know him!' said Katie.
'You fool! Ask your boyfriend if he knows me or not! Bimbo!' said Shreya.
Katie was about to say something but Daya stopped her. 'Kate no! I will have a word with her. Will you excuse us for a moment?'
Daya led Shreya near the parking area. 'Shreya stop this! I don't understand what your problem is!' he said.
'You are doing this purposefully. I know it!' said Shreya.
'Why would I do it on purpose? I didn't even know you were here. And I met Rachel today just and hour ago. I don't even know her. And why are you bothered if I kiss someone or I have a girlfriend?' he asked.
'Daya please I am sorry. But believe me I am not dating Kavin. It was a mistake. I had written a letter... I' she began.
'No Shreya! I really don't care anymore got that? And even if you are not dating him it's fine. But I won't tolerate your interference in my personal life!' he said.
'What did I do? What is my mistake?' asked Shreya
'You betrayed me. And I will never forget that. Please leave us alone Shreya. I really care for Katie. And I know her even before we met. I hope everything is crystal clear to you now. I am warning you. Leave us alone' said Daya.
And he left; leaving her standing alone in the darkness.
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