Luthra House

Mahira entered hers and Sheryln's room in anger. Sherlyn, who was reading her magazine, looked at her before turning her attention back to her magazine.

"What did my pyaare devar do today?" Sherlyn asked in a bored tone.

"As usual; he insulted me, saying I'm not his wife and will never be. I don't understand what to do to make him look at me again."

"To be honest it's your fault. Who told you to get pregnant from another man."

"You and I both know that you're the last person to be saying that and I was just following your path. I still don't know why Karan didn't believe me."

"Because Karan is not Rishabh. Despite knowing that Shreya isn't his, he can't say anything because his morals won't let him."

"Yes your great husband who threw you out of his own room. I can't believe our fate; we are the bahus of the Luthra Family but our husbands don't even care about us and the family can't say anything to them."

"Stop irritating me with things I already know. Just be thankful that Karan didn't throw you out after knowing the truth nor did he reveal it to the family." Sherlyn said in a irritated voice.

"I won't give up on Karan. He is just mine. We didn't throw Preeta out of his life for nothing. I need to do something."

"What? Getting pregnant again? Opps I forgot, you can't become a mother again." Sherlyn taunted. Mahira glared at her.

"Why are you glaring at me? I didn't say a lie. Whatever you are planning make sure you don't fall anymore in Karan's eyes else this time you will really be out of his life." Sherlyn said, leaving the room.

"He can't throw me out his life. I'm Mrs Mahira Karan Luthra. His wife!" She shouted in anger, breaking a vase.

"His wife..." She uttered with an obsessive spark in her eyes.

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Cricket Academy

Karan was changing his clothes when he was approached by his teammate Shiv, who during these 6 years has became a close friend of his. Shiv also got to know that Preeta was his wife and their entire past.

"Hey bro." Karan said, trying to be cheerful.

"Hey. You're okay?" Shiv asked with concern. Karan gave him a faint smile.

"I don't think I will ever be okay. My life is ruined. Cricket is the only thing which is keeping me sane."

"Is it about Preeta?" Shiv asked in a low voice. Karan gulped painfully.

"It will always be Preeta. I-I still can't believe that she died. I hated her but I never wish for her death." Karan chocked on his emotions.

"Do you still believe that she is responsible about your father's condition?" Karan's eyes turned cold.

"Yes and believe me if she didn't died, I would have make her pay." Shiv sighed in exasperation.

"Karan com'on don't be an idiot. Why would she gain by harming your father? You told me yourself that she lost her father and she considered yours as hers. Why would she hurt him?!" Shiv said for the millionth times.

They had been having these arguments since Shiv knew the truth. Shiv truly believed that Preeta couldn't have push Mahesh from the stairs. She was such a nice person with a clean heart; that was what had attracted him to her in the first place. But Karan just couldn't accept it. He had already made up his mind and no-one could change it.

"If she didn't push my father then she would have never commit suicide like a coward. She should had proved her innocence but no, she chose the easy way." Karan said angrily.

"Would you have believe her then? Or would you said that these proof are false." Karan remained silent.

To be honest, he didn't know. If Preeta was revealed to be right then he didn't know how to face her. He prefer to have his head raise up proudly than having it bow down in shame. He was Karan Luthra after all.

"Okay let's keep this matter aside. How's life at home?" Karan looked at him amusedly.

"Shiv, bro, you know you are not my psychiatrist. I'm not that of a depressed person." But seeing Shiv stern look, Karan realised he was serious.

"Home is hell. My elder brother doesn't talk to me. I don't know about my younger brother but I'm pretty sure him and his wife hate me. My mom is the only person who is supporting me but I can't see the disappointment in her eyes. Oh and my namesake wife is still irritating as fuck."

"I still don't understand why are you still married to her despite she cheated on you. Why didn't you show your family the report which clearly state that the baby wasn't yours."

"What would I gain from it? My Bua would have make sure that this news shouldn't go out else it will bring defamation to the family. Mahira would never divorce me. She is so proud of being called my wife."

"I still asked myself why did you marry her in the first place."

"Trust me bro. I asked myself this question everyday." Karan said, putting an end to their conversation.

Both left the changing room and went to the ground for their practice.

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Luthra Company

Rishabh was leaning back in his chair with closed eyes. He seemed defeated. Why wouldn't he? All his hard work is going to the drain. After so many successful years, Luthra Company is on the verge of bankruptcy.

Sahir watched him with pity from his window office. He wanted to help but didn't know how. Finally he stood up and went into Rishabh office. Rishabh opened his eyes and gave him a fake smile.

"Still no new investors?" Sahir asked, deep down he knew the answer. Rishabh shook his head.

"I don't know what to do. I can't even tell the family. They will be worried and will start a new drama. For the time being, we still have some savings but I don't know for how long."

"Why don't you tell Sameer bhai? He might help you." Rishabh shook his head.

"No never. I know Sameer will help me but I don't want him too. After 6 years, his life is all set. He has his own family and his business is doing well. I don't want to drag him again in this mess. I don't want to hurt Shrishti also. She may loves me but she hates my family. I don't want to give her more pain." Sahir nodded in understanding.

"Because of her sister right? Shrishti misses her very much, doesn't she ?" Rishabh smiled painfully.

"Her sister was her life. They were each others' life. Preetaji was one in a million kind. The first woman I fell in love with. But my family ruined her. She was just an innocent soul. A strong, independent, amazing, kind woman. I wish that you meet her. You would have love her and she would have love you too also." Rishabh wiped an unconscious tear that leaked from his eyes.

"Does bhabhi knows about your love for Preeta? Doesn't she get jealous?" Rishabh laughed.

"Mehr is not the kind of woman that get jealous. Yes she know I loved Preeta but it's in the past. Preeta and I were too similar. Mehr and I are different that's why we compliment each other so well." Rishabh said lost in his thoughts.

Sahir could see the pure love for Mehr in Rishabh's eyes. Mehr was the light in his life; his true happiness. She brings the best out of him. At this moment, Sahir knew that Rishabh truly moved on from Preeta and Mehr was his soulmate; the love of his life.

"Do you know? I believe if Karan didn't do wrong to Preeta, they would have been the best couple ever. It was so visible to everyone that they were madly in love with each other. But Karan ruined everything. Sometimes I regret not being there for her. I couldn't support her against my family and this will always be my biggest regret."

"Does Karan even regret his actions?" Sahir asked curiously.

"Sometimes yes sometimes no. He blames himself for her death though but he still believes that she hurt dad. Sometimes I do catch him drinking out of his mind. Preeta is the only name he uttered continuously."

"So you mean to say Karan love her and hate her at the same time. What kind of love story is that?"

"A love story which didn't even get the chance to start since my brother was being an asshole." Rishabh said seriously. Sahir couldn't help but let out a small chuckle.

"Well his loss. He will regret his entire life that he lost an amazing gem of a woman."

'We all regret that. I wish I was there to save you at that time. Forgive me Preetaji. Forgive me.' Rishabh thought, looking at the group photo frame of his siblings and the Arora sisters on his table.

Sahir saw Rishabh lost in his thoughts and decided not to disturb him. He turned on the t.v and smiled seeing the headlines : "Another rapist burned to death." Rishabh saw him smiling and looked at what he was watching.

"Another Mr X doings, right?" Rishabh asked.

"Yes. I love the fact he always gives justice to the poor mostly when our court doesn't even if it's the wrong way. Mumbai biggest Mafia leader." Sahir said with heart eyes.

"You admired him a lot?"

"Yes. I know he is basically a criminal but I believe he has a good heart. His intention behind these crimes aren't wrong. These people deserve that."

"True. You are right to admire him but don't forget he is a criminal. The most wanted and feared person in this country. I pity those who mess with him. God protects them from his fury." Rishabh turned back his attention to his papers.

"You are so right. Those who mess with him doesn't know what is waiting for them. They would regret their lives." Sahir said slowly and with a smirk.

"You said something?" Rishabh said, looking up.

"No nothing." Sahir replied, masking his expression with an innocent smile.

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KK Industry

A knock was heard on Siddhart's cabin door. He asked the person to enter and resumed talking on his phone. Cutting his phone, he turned to look at the person in front of him and smirked.

"Mr Malhotra, welcome. Please have a seat." The person was revealed to be Prithvi Malhotra.

"I believed we had talked on the phone. I was surprised to receive your call. I mean not everyday you received a phone call from the great Siddharth Mehta." Prithvi said with fakeness.

"I will cut the chase. I have a deal for you," Sid crossed his legs, "You and I both have a common enemy; Luthra Family." Prithvi straightened himself.

"How do you know?"

"Siddhart Mehta naam hai mera. I searched everything deeply before ruining my enemy and it turned out that you also had something against them. Team up with me and we will destroy them together."

"Give me one valid reason why I need to help you." Sid smirked evilly.

"You have heard this saying :"An enemy of my enemy is a friend." I have my resources to succeed; something you don't have but you have one thing I don't have."

"What do I have?" Sid smirked.

"A spy or should I said your girlfriend who is the wife of Rishabh Luthra." Prithvi got shocked.

"Listen Mr Malhotra. I want the property of the Luthra and their destruction. You want the same. But we need the property paper that's where your little girlfriend will enter the picture."

"Why do you think she is there for. For 6 years we have been unsuccessful in obtaining these property papers. What make you think we will succeed now?"

"I told you; I have my resources. But I need a help from you to succeed. What's say deal?" Sid forwarded his hand. Prithvi looked at it doubtfully.

"What benefits will I get from this deal?"

"Accept the deal first then we will talk about this. Think about it well; it's a limited deal, one in a lifetime. We will both be at a win-win situation."

"Okay, deal." Prithvi shook his hand. Siddhart smirked triumphingly.

Prithvi left after sometimes with Siddhart telling him that he will tell him the next move for their plans. He told him to inform Sherlyn about the deal.

His phone rang and another smirk came to his lips when he read the name of the caller.

"The work is done. Prepare yourself as the destruction of the Luthra Family will start in two weeks." The person on the other side of the phone smiled evilly at his words and cut the phone.

"You don't know what will hit you Luthras. Enjoy yourselves as much as possible since you don't know what kind of storm will hit you." The mysterious man looked at the picture of the Luthra Family and burnt it.

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26/11/2021