Karunya's pov:

"Good morning Ms.Moorthy would you like some coffee or a cup of chai?"

The maid asked.

"A cup of chai please"

I said and walked out of the living room to the garden.

Scooby my pet golddenn retriever ran to me with his favourite toy the Donald duck in his mouth.

"Hey buddy you had a good sleep?"

I asked picking him in my arms he licked my hands in response.

"You are so active this morning would love to go for a walk?"

I asked he got down quick and wagged his tail.

"Here is your drink miss and the newspapers"

The maid passed me the drink and moved back to her work in kitchen.

I walked back upstairs and picked my mobile. There was a mail from my secretary describing details of today's meeting. I skimmed it through and had my first cup of chai for the morning.

Then placing my mobile aside and I walked out to the balcony. It was January the coldest month in New York but it didn't stop the mad rush on the streets..

I exhaled a big breath watching the yellow cabs struck in traffic. It is going to be a long day.

I and Scooby then made our way to the Central park which is nearby. I plugged in my earphones and started to jog for a bit. Suddenly someone from the back pushed me with great force. I turned to see my best friend Jay.

"You idiot!"

I said and hit hit him in his chest.

"How is my darling doing?"

He asked showing off his dimples. I blushed a bit. 

"Good. Where were you the past week I didn't get any call from you?"

I asked.

"Ohhh...you missed me?"

He asked and smirked.

"Oh yes I missed your annoying voice a bit"

I said and laughed. We both jogged around for another 40 minutes and I said my bye to him.

He made sure I agree to have lunch with him today.

I was sweaty coming back so took a shower and dressed in my office clothes.

"Miss your breakfast is ready"

The maid said.

"The pancakes are to die for Mrs.Parkins!" I said as I had my breakfast.

"Thanks Ms.Moorthy"

The 60 year old Italian  smiled back at me.

"Mam these flowers has been delivered for you"

Another maid walked in with a red rose bouquet.

"It is from Mr.Sergio"

She said and I shaked my head. Mrs.Parkins gave a knowing smile.

Sergio is one of my client and have been continuously following for now about an year to date me and let me tell you he just does not back up.

I soon got into the car and drove through to my office. It was a short 15 minutes drive. As soon I got out of my car my secretary greeted me.

"You look stunning as as usual!"

She said and got my coat.

"Read my schedule Nisha"

I said and we walked through the main floor all eyes were on me. Some greeted me with a smile, some got their heads down while others left way for me.

" At 10 am you have the meeting with Mr.Sanders then Jay wanted to have lunch with you today should I book a table at Clifford's?"

She asked.

"Oh yes please that asshole will kill me if I postpone this lunch too"

I said as we got into the lift. I pressed 18th and left a heavy breath.

"The York paper has been behind us for a interview. Do you want to do that one today?"

"Yes schedule them for 2pm sharp I will be back from lunch quick and evening?"

"You have a special dinner request from Mr.Sergio"

She said and smirked.

"Oh no not again"

I said and we got on from the lift and walked towards my office.

"I have kept all the files on the table you asked for yesterday"

She said and I nodded. I sat on the heaven made comfy chair which costs a fortune.

"I will get your coffee"

Nisha said and walked out.

I turned and saw the big photo of my dad hanging right behind my chair. It has been 2 years since my dad left me. I have been single handedly managing the BlueStone company. It is a small company with just 150 employees but by god's grace we make few millions a year enough to have 4 floors for our company in State towers main building. Our customers are less but they belong to the elite group. I have served many actors, influencers in picking their perfect wedding ring, engagement ring etc. We give our importance in designs and we make sure they are unique to core.

"You seriously need to buy a new coffee machine this one sucks"

Nisha whined entering back.

"Here is your coffee and the meeting is in 15 minutes"

She said and sat on the chair opposite to me.

"Can I ask you a question?"

She asked as I was furiously typing on the laptop.

"Go on"

I said.

"Two hot guys are in queue to date you what more do you want?"

She asked.

"Excuse me"

I said and looked at her.

"Listen careful boss you have Jay the hottest Indian dude I have see in states is in love with you for years and another side you have this sin face Sergio are you really not interested in them?"

She asked as she sat on the chair and I smiled.

"Nisha Jay is not in love with me he is my bestfriend and Sergio is my client. To clear you doubts clear yes I am not interested in both of them"

I said and got up to fetch my coat for the meeting.

"Then who is the one who has your heart?"

She asked picking up  the Ipad.

"You will never know!"

The meeting with Mr.Sanders went good than we expected.

"We are happy with the designs you have showed us Ms.Moorthy "

Mr.Sanders said once I finished the presentation.

"Thank you sir and we look forward to work with you!"

I said as he stood up and we shook our hands.

"I will ask my lawyers to frame the docs in few days and will sent you the copy of the agreement"

He said with a smile.

"I will be waiting sir"

I said and walked with him to the lift.

"Good bye Ms.Moorthy"

He said and I smiled as the lift door closed.

Nisha made a happy dance and hi-fived me mouthing 'we got the deal'.

As I walked back to the office Nisha followed me inside "The purple company people were here during the meeting they wanted to meet you. I said you were busy and they kept a file for you to read." She said pointing the file on the table.

I picked up the file and sat on the chair.

"Why would they want me to cast in their photoshoot? I am not a  model I am jewellery designer"

"Should I state the obvious you are young, rich, beautiful, intellectual what not?"

She hissed.

"Do you want some hike? Why are praising me from the morning?"

I asked and she looked at me.

"You need to have a life Karunya seriously! How long you are going to be this good girl I don't date I don't sleep around blah blah"

She said.

"I am just 26 and I think I have lot of time"

I said and she passed me the phone.

"Your sister called twice since morning"

She said and I looked at her like she have grown horns.

"I didn't  say Hitler called. It is your sister for god's sake!"

She said again.

"It has been more than 10 months since we spoke. I will call her back later."

I said and looked at my laptop.

"No. Look I have called her it's ringing.."

She said and gave me the phone. I glared back at her.

The call was picked after 5th ring.

"Hey KiKi something important?"

'Smooth' Nisha said and eye rolled at me.

"Mam It's actually the Nimi the house help I called you twice from morning.."

She said. I could sense tension in her voice.

"Where is Keerthi? Why are you calling me?"

I asked.

"Mam..."

There was a silence.

"Is Keerthi Ok? Where is she?"

This time I said in a high voice.

"She is no more"

A male voice answered me back.

"WHAAAAT?"

I asked and sat on the ground hearing the news.

"I am Viraj the Junior officer dealing with Keerthi Moorthy's case. Can you please state your name and relation with Miss Keerthi for record"

"I am her younger sister Karunya Moorthy. What happened? How?"

"She was found murdered in her room. We have got her body for further investigation."

I still couldn't process anything.

"We would need you here Karunya would that be possible? Are there any blood relation here?"

He asked.

"I will book the next flight. No blood relatives"

"Fine" The officer replied.

"Is Mayura ok?"

"Who is Mayura?"

"The little girl"

"Can you explain clear?"

"Oh my god! My sister's daugher is she ok?"

"Your sister had a child?"

The officer asked.

"Yes a 4 year old Mayura Moorthy. Is she not there?"

"Ok Ms. Karunya I will set up a search team and will let you know when we find the child!"

He said and disconnected the call.

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