Ranvijay

''Hello Deepak'' I couldn't help but smile at Anu's sarcastic greeting, she had hate dripping her voice . Deepak lifted his eyes up , suddenly there was a faint hope in them. As if he was just being saved. Ananya's eyes moved to Hemant and with a nod Deepak's mouth of free; ''Please save me Anu, he is a monster. You don't know how he had tortured me before , this is why I had break our engagement . That earned him a tight slap from my lovely wife, Ananya turned and walked to the couch where I was sitting. She sat close to me, like really close; ''Yes I know , you were so tortured that yo agreed to take 2 Crore . Right???" Her voice was commanding, Deepak blinked; ''I have my family to take care of off, I did what was best in that situation. He threatened to hurt them''

''He would have threatened you but not your family, I know him'' She said with her eyes on me, Right now I just want to kiss her smart mouth . ''So here is the deal, you return every single penny you took from my husband and with 20% interest. Till then, your family will be my guests''. There was a warning, she looked at me to know if she had my approval, without wasting a minute I gave her a nod. I watched as Deepak started sweating ; ''My family has nothing to do with it''

''So did I. Do the deal and you are free. Don't try to run or escape, because you know its easy for us to find you . '' With that she dismissed his mercy pleas and exited the door like a queen.

''I am sorry, I just took the decision without checking with you'' She spoke as soon as we entered our suite. ''You have all the right, by the way I wanted to kiss you when you said you know me'' Ananya pressed her lips hiding her pink face in the curtains of her dark hair, lifting her chin up I tugged her hairs behind her ear. Leaning close I waited for her to stop me, but she didn't . Leaning closer I pecked her lips lightly and she parted them breaking the final barrier. Pulling her hard against my form I kissed her deep, she placed her palm on my shoulder and the other on my cheek. Still there is some reluctance Leaning on each other's forehead, we took in moment. Ananya pecked my cheek softly; ''I want to know my home, this palace. I haven't seen it completely'' That surprised me, then I realized she hardly stepped outside the suite since we got married. She had been busy in . Rubbing my thumb over her cheek I nodded; ''Let me give you a personal tour princess'' I took her through the different levels , making her aquatint with the passages and shortcuts which connected families suite together. ''Wow!! I never thought they could be connected''

''In times of emergency it should be the family to reach first. Let me show the garden area'' She smiled and nodded. I took her on the Hotel area first; ''this area is a hotel , but guests are not allowed to venture in our area. We do have a different exit too'' She nodded and walked along with me to the garden area which was private.

''What's that?'' She pointed towards a small door buried the castle wall; ''That's a door to a old age tunnel, it had been sealed long ago'' Anaya kept staring at it; ''Who all know about it''

''Me Veer, Dad and Granny'' She nodded ; ''no one else, you are sure'' I frowned at her persistence ; ''Why are you asking'' She turned to me; ''Just getting myself aware, I should know for my family's safety '' I couldn't help but caress her face; ''come along '' We walked along the garden area, she admired the seating places made across the large garden , her fingers caressed the flowers . She squeaked in delight coming across the large fountain making me smile. We walked along at halted at some distance from Granny's ongoing meeting, she saw us and gestured us to join. Ananya's face was a treat to watch,she paled blinked and gulped. Nervously she took steps and followed me. ''Take a seat'' Granny gestured and went back talking to the officials, I realized she was discussing about the girls being rescued from that Raju's clutches. ''We have located some of the families and will send them home'' said the official. Granny nodded''

''Why?'' All eyes turned on Ananya, she composed herself and spoke; ''You just mentioned that some were sold by their families, what's the guarantee they won't do it again and above all will they get acceptance among their society''

''That's not our issue'' Spoke the stupid police officer. Granny raised her palm to silence him; ''What do you suggest'' Ananya looked straight into her eyes; ''They are staying at the NGO funded by us, we have been training such women on professional skills, helping them in going independent . we require staff for our hotel every year and around 20% are females . Why don't we train them for our hotels. By doing this we get a self trained staff and their loyalty too. They will always be indebted to us'' There was a pin drop silence, Granny closed the file and extended it to Ananya; ''Hence forth, Princess Ananya will handle this and the NGO'' Granny got up and then gave the men a piercing gaze; ''Her orders should be followed the way mine are'' The men nodded like puppets and left. Granny turned to Ananya; ''Make me and your husband proud'' When she left , Ananya crashed down shivering ; ''I..I can't . I know nothing. If I fail her, she would be furious and why would those men listen to me, who am I?''

''Relax'' I rubbed her hand; ''First they will listen to you because Rajmata Rudrani Devi asked them to and no one had the guts to defy her. Second , about who are you . You are Princess Ananya Ranvijay Rathore, wife of crown prince. So they think twice before going against you. Third, you can, because I believe in you. Will you ?'' She looked at my extended hand and kept her shaking palm on it; ''Will you help me'' I nodded . She gave me a faint smile, as soon as we reached our room I scooped her up; ''put me down '' She whined and I twirled her around making her squeal, taking the couch I made her comfortable on my lap;'' You knew so many things about hotels and us how?'' She started fiddling with my buttons ; ''Since we got married , I have been studying on our family and everything'' This girl amazes me, I don't think any other girl would have made that effort. Someone else in her place would have just explored the riches , I pulled her close; ''this is why I said you can''. She leaned closer placing her head on my shoulder; ''Thanks for your support'' We sat in each others arms living the passing moment, she promised me that she would talk and convince to Raksha about taking up masters in London.

I am happy that we have taken the first step towards our relationship. It has been 3 days since she started working on project, Balwant keeps updating me on her whereabouts. he seems to be in awe of his princess. These days he is not ready to hear my commands too, when I questioned him he replied that it was his duty to take commands only from the Princess. I couldn't help but smile at his audacity , he follows her like a shadow . This was the reason I chose him to be with Ananya, he is someone who would go any limits for his duty. My intercom buzzed ; ''Sir, Balwant is here, he says its urgent'' I was shocked; ''Send him in''

''What are you doing here and where is Ananya'' I shot as soon as he stepped in. ''Princess in at the Palace, I am here to update you on Raksha Hukum'' That made me alert, I gestured him to proceed. ''We had gone to the university as Princess had to collect some documents. We spotted Princess Raksha there with Kunwar Brijesh'' He turned silent ''And?'' I was curious and worried; ''She was about to leave with him when Princess Ananya stopped her. There was a heated argument and Princess warned brijesh against coming any close to Princess Raksha. '' For a moment I was speechless, Ananya does have guts . ''I am here to convey Princess' message'' My eyes turned to him; ''She has a doubt on Princess' Raksha security. Since you didn't answer her call she asked me to inform you in person without a delay'' Taking in what Balwant said I couldn't help but think, Ananya might be right. ''What do you think about her personal guard'' He stayed quiet, I had my answer. Balwant was one of the best security we ever had. Even when not asked, he ensured he could do more; ''Fine , get me the details on her main guard'' He smiled and left, now I have to tell my feisty wife to control her anger .

''Sir, She is here again and creating a ruckus'' Neeta barged in all breathless making me frown. I knew whom she was talking about , Rajshri. That women just doesn't know how to give up; ''Ask her to wait and Inform Veer to meet her'' Neeta nodded and left, leaning on the chair I smiled. I know Veer, he has his way with her kind of females. He would be mad for getting stuck for another hour but it's ok, I gave him too many early outs to be with his wife. Today it's my turn.

Raghuveer

I groaned in irritation after getting Bhai's message, just hate that female. A minute back I was celebrating about the day coming to an end , I was so looking forward to spend time with Dipu but for her. I asked my PA to show Rajshri the broad room , no way I am entertaining her in my cabin.

As I walked to the boardroom I found my PA wiping his forehead, Rajshri must have given a hard time; ''Leave for the day, I'll take it from here'' his eyes lit up, then he composed himself; ''Sir , I will wait, you might need me. Plus, I don't trust her'' Patting his back I made my way to the board room; ''Hello to you princess''

''What are you doing here?'' She asked with a raised brow, I smiled. She wasn't aware that it was me who was suppose to meet her. Its going to fun riling the spoilt brat. Taking the chair on the farthest possible side , I gave her my best smile; ''Its my hotel, where should I be''

''Grand Palace belongs to Ranvijay you own the smaller one'' She waved her hands in air; ''I don't even remember the name'' I knew she intended to insult me. She meant comparing brothers, poor girl. She doesn't even know this why Bhai decided to hand her over to me. Clearing my throat I asked; ''Leave about that small Palace, tell me about your family's castle. Heard that your father couldn't save the last of his family lineage , it's taken over by the government''

Her face ashen, she glared at me as if she would burn me down with her eyes. I smirked, I knew I had rubbed the throbbing wound. ''I have a meeting with Ranvijay, call him'' She ordered turning her long neck away

''The meeting is on and I am waiting for you to come to the point'' She gave a shocked expression; ''How can he send you without asking me?'' time to dethrone the Princess; ''Why should he ask you? Who are you ? You have been begging us to work with you, so it's we who decide whom to work and whom to meet. Get that Princess''

''You are insulting me Veer'' I smirked; ''Exactly And I intend to do that every time you throw your pricey attitude on my property.'' With that I got up; ''By the way Bhai asked me to inform you that he won't be changing his decision, the deal is off and you can leave'' She walked closer; ''Veer , you will repent it''

''Same pinch. had there been a guy in your place, he wouldn't be alive to utter another word'' Her eyes widen; ''Listen to me loud and clear, since I believe in gender equality next time I wouldn't mind  treating you like all our foes'' She looked mad and I enjoyed it , walking past me she pulled the door open when I gave the last dose; ''Rajshri, let your ally Brijesh know that we are aware of his shitty brain, any nuisance this time it will cost him his life'' She didn't utter a word, with a lightning speed she exited the premises. My PA peeped in; ''All good sir''

''Just perfect, I am leaving . Wrap up and go home'' With a wide grin he went back to his desk.

When I reached home, while passing through the lawn I heard a group laugh.  walking in the direction of the sound I saw Bhai and Ananya seated on the marble bench and opposite to them was my lovely wife laughing about something. She raised her hand and someone, who had his back to me gave her a hifi. Then she leaned and the guy clicked a selfie with her, Bhai saw me and smirked, I gestured him to be quite . I am sure he enjoying my green face; ''Shift Dipu'' She glared at me for mentioning  her nick name and we got hooted by the audience for that; ''Take a seat on the other side man''

I knew who he was, that accent and audacity to sit next to my girl can be done only by one, Aditya; ''Adi will you shift or should I push you''

''Behave Veer'' Dipu scolded me, frankly I couldn't take him sitting to close to her. He smiled and shifted ; ''Don't worry Deepika, we will have fun once he leaves for work'' My eyes moved from Adi to Deepika and then to my Brother; ''Bhai I am working from home till this moron leaves'' Deepika slapped my arm and walked off . ''Honestly , I don't blame Veer for being insecure. You are actually very charming'' Now it was Bhai's turn to go green, he pulled Ananya back frowning at her, she being Anaya just shrugged her shoulders; ''What? One should be permitted to praise all good things, right Adi?''

''Its Aditya for you'' Bhai reminded Ananya , she poked her tongue at him; ''We are friends'' Adi pressed his lips looking at bhai, he knew us too well and was enjoying teasing us ; ''I will call the night, I am tiered'' he said stretched his arms and bhai turned Ananya's face towards him. I am so glad Dipu left. Adi can give any guy a run for his money, girls go week just by his smile. But there is one issue, he had been in love with Raksha since they were kids. Wishing each other we all moved to our respective rooms and now I am in a mood of interrogating my wife. She accepted having crush on Adi and I am jealous to my bones

I was greeted by a flying pillow which landed directly on my face as I entered my room; ''Ouch !! that hurt'' Dipu glared; ''Serves you right. Why were you behaving like a jerk'' In 3 long steps I covered the distance between us; ''Why were you sitting so close to him?'' She folded her arms to chest; ''Veer!!! We were talking. How can you be so childish''

''You had a crush on him'' She gaped at me; ''That was a crush and here I am married and madly in love with you. What he must be thinking'' Pulling her in my arms , I buried my face in the nape of her neck; ''Let him, I care a damn. What's mine is mine'' She wriggled; ''But must say he is too handsome to ignore'' That earned her a slap on her but, she squeaked and then laughed throwing her head back. She looks so breathtaking with that smile on her face, I would anything to keep in intact. As her body shook with laughter in my arms, I left a wet peck on her neck. She shuddered and then responded leaving trail of kisses from my jaw line to my chest; ''Tell me that this will always remain the same'' She whispered , lifting her chin up I replied ; ''It will get better love, with each moving day'' I cannot comprehend the emotion I read in her eyes, but something worries her continuously and I am determined to find a solution to it

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