Author pov~

Tia was getting her things ready for the office when she heard knock on the door

" Tia, beta ham hai " Said Anil (Tia's father) 

" Ji papa please come inside " Said Tia still busy in looking for her things 

" Beta sit I want to discuss something with you " Said Anil in a serious polite tone

Tia immediately understood that her father wants to discuss something serious with her and without asking an further questions she sat down besides her father.

" Tia, your Ajay bhaiya (Tia's cousin) brought a marriage proposal for you . I suggest you to meet him "

" Buttt  I have already told you that I don't want to get married " said Tia who was interrupted by her mother who angrily said  " No Ifs and buts Tia . We are not asking you to get married to him . We are only asking you to meet him. If u like him then we can proceed further . "

Anil continued " And the final decision will be yours . But atleast meet him . Meet him for our sake "

"Okay , Only for you papa" Said Tia partially convinced

Tia's pov~

I don't understand why mumma and papa are behind me for my marriage ? It's not like I never wanted to get married but what happened with my ex husband really broke my fairy dreams and brought me to the cruel reality . That marriage those scary days  still gives me nightmares . It took me days of therapy to actually able to gain myself back . However I am not that weak I fought my divorce case myself . But still marriage haunts me .

I really got late today . Thank god I have to meet the client today else I would have to hear my boss bickering . I have to meet the client at the Awasthi group office and luckily that guy wants to meet at the cafe just opposite the office . I hope that I will be able to convince that guy to say no to me . Should I dress funky or mess with makeup so that he can reject me . No , I can't do that as Ajay bhaiya has found this rishta for me . I can't ruin his reputation for my own selfishness .

At Awasthi's office~

Awasthi office is not like any other plain office . It is luxurious . Even the space itself feel luxurious, having lots of natural light, high ceilings and a level of architectural distinctiveness. The luxury extends outside too, with a grand façade, a top city location and an inspiring view of the beach. There is also bespoke spaces,  which is ever ready to place your distinctive stamp on them. That establish a strong brand the Awasthi group holds . 

There are two elevators located at the side of the entrance .One for the family, directors, investors and other higher officials .And the other for rest of employees .  No one knows Ashwin is the CEO of the Awasthi group and the 50% shareholder and the founder and owner of Samay industries Ltd except for the family , close friends , his assistant and 3 directors who were very close to his grandfather . Everyone thinks he is the pa of the CEO ,so he is also well respected . Asha is the rest 50% shareholder .
And and and the elevator was out for maintenance again . Seeing this Ashwin temper rose and people around him sensed that someone is going home crying today .

Ashwin pov-

This fucking elevator is always out of order whenever I need it the most .  Fuck now I 'll have to take the other elevator and will have to hear people gossip about the CEO which is me but they don't know . - he thought

He took the employee elevator and no one dared to enter with him. He looked threatening.

But here enters our Tia who finally found the elevator. Seeing someone running to get into the elevator he cursed under his breath only to stop the elevator from closing when she was about to enter. " Beautiful " He said in a way only audible to him

Tia pov-

I am already late and this place is no less than maze . I can't find a fuckin elevator and no one seems to be interested in telling me the way. After good 10 minutes I found the elevator and
" No No No  don't close no no it's about to close " she murmured 

" plzz wait for me " - Tia shouted 

And she saw a very handsome  man stopping the elevator for her .
" Thank you " Said Tia. He just nodded in response.

Who is she?  What a sweet voice she has . She looks breath taking with her curves perfectly visible in her skirt. Is she new here? I have never seen her before . Maybe she is the new intern ?  fuck should i ask  - Ashwin thought

And the elevator opens and Tia leaves .

Few hours later~

Asha called Ashwin to remind him about his meeting with the girl .

" Do I really need to go Asha. I don't want too. " Said Ashwin

" Are u going by yourself or should I come and drag you to the cafe " Said Asha
Only Asha holds the audacity to talk to him like that .

" I have a important meeting today let us change the day " said Ashwin

" Ashwin I have already cross - checked your schedule with your assistant . And you have already promised me  so Don't make excuses now " said Asha

It was 5:30pm when my pa  entered

" Sir, Asha ma'am called and asked me to remind you about your meeting " Said Ashwin's PA

"Asha won't let me breathe today" thought Ashwin

" Okay" Said Ashwin to his pa who was waiting for his answer 

" But sir, ma'am wants you to leave immediately " Said  PA

" Leave " Said Ashwin angrily while glaring at his PA

His PA immediately obeyed and left .

At cafe~

I am sitting here since 10 minutes. I hate late comers- red flag 🚩.Tia thought

Ashwin walked towards the table

She looks like the cutie from elevator I met earlier. She is her . Is she stalking me? .Does she know my real identity?- Ashwin thought

" Tia Sharma "- Ashwin asked
" Yes " Tia answered.
He is really handsome especially his blue eyes. His physique which is clearly visible in his vest is too good to avoid looking. 

" Done looking at me " ~Ashwin asked 

" I wasn't " -Tia replied embarrassed

" Look Miss Sharma,I am looking for someone who can act as my wife in front of the world. I don't want any personal relations . If u interested we can talk further else leave " Said Ashwin clearly with no expressions. 

" I like people who know exactly what they want . I am down to talk further " - said Tia

" So, even you want a Contractual marriage " Asked Ashwin

" No, It wasn't my plan before I came here. I wanted you to say no to me but this offer sounds better. " said Tia
" Here is the contract which states that I will pay you any amount you want for this contractual marriage. In return you will act as my wife in front of everyone. You won't interfere in my private matters. You will share same room as mine but not the same bed. You will attend all the events with me as my wife without any questions. This contract is for 1 year. " Declared Ashwin

" I don't need any money instead you will act as husband in front of my family and the world. You also won't interfere in my personal life. I won't share room with you. You will also have to attend functions with me. You can't touch me without my consent. And I need this contract for atleast 2 years as my parents will move abroad with my brother after 2 years of my marriage "  said Tia

" We will have to share the same room as my sister lives in the same house . Rest is fine " Said Ashwin
"Okay " Said Tia

" I want to ask something if you don't mind. " Said Tia Hesitantly
" Speak " Said Ashwin

" Are u by any chance g.. Gay ? " Said Tia
" Whattt..what did you say ? " his mouth dropped open by the unexpected question which came out as a insult to him more than question

Tia was about to say again but stopped when she saw Ashwin glaring eyes

" Say that again and I 'll take you right here just to prove my masculinity to you " said Ashwin in his strong husky voice
" No.. No need.. I need to go bye " Said Tia trying to run away

This girl is really something else . Anyways she is cute - thought Ashwin