Chapter 25

Dadi mockingly: Is the Sharma's household so lacking that you have to come here for breakfast?

Seeing that everyone was pretending not to see Dadi's blatant hate towards her, Gauri let out a small condescending chuckle that further irritated Dadi. "What is so funny? Did you not hear my question? Or is it too embarrassing to admit?"

Gauri looks at Om who had a smirk on his face while gazing at her. "This man sure knows how to show a girl a good time." Gauri lips curved up and turned her focus back towards Dadi who was still waiting for her reply.

Smiling at Dadi who was sitting right in front of her "I think you should ask your grandson if the Sharma's household is lacking because he showed up very early this morning to sit at our breakfast table while chatting with my father. It was quite a surprise because we were not expecting him. Maybe I should also question if the Oberois breakfast spread is not to his taste for him to arrive in such a manner?"

Dadi looked at Om disapprovingly "You went there early in the morning and even had your breakfast there?! Uninvited?!" How could her insult have any leverage when her own grandson woke up early and ran to the Sharma's residence unannounced and even had his breakfast there too! Didn't this mean that she had indirectly insulted the Oberois Household when her own grandson seemed to enjoy what the Sharma's had to offer instead?! Seeing how Dadi's face grew darker by the minute Gauri knew she had understood the meanings of her words. "If you try to degrade the Sharma name I will not hold back to show you how easily I can break the Oberoi's reputation."

Om looks over at his cunning wife who had not even blinked after using his romantic gesture towards her this morning "Well the scenery there was more pleasant to look at which makes the food taste much better."

Dadi: Scenery?

Om's eyes never left Gauri while saying these words. Which causes Gauri to smile brightly. As long as she was within his eyesight everything would always taste better. When Dadi finally understood Om's meaning she gripped Ishana's hand tightly as to try to comfort her but this just further increases Ishana's desire to carry out her plan.

Ishana: How could you say that Omkara. The Sharma's Household might have a grander breakfast spread than OURS but our family is much bigger so our meals tend to be more enjoyable.

Om did not like the fact that Ishana has brought up the one thing that Gauri had told him she wanted..the warmth of his family. But before he could take out his anger on her his wife was much quicker.

With a confused tone Gauri asked "Ms. Patel I am confused. Doesn't your family consist of only you and your parents? How can you say your meals are more enjoyable than mine? Or do you come to the Oberoi's house for your every meal because the Patel household is too lacking?"

Who would of thought that Dadi's initial insult would be redirected towards her! Just because of her wanting to be Mrs. Omkara Singh Oberoi she had left all self respect and forced her way into the Oberoi's family but to have Gauri directly say it out loud was like a slap to the face.

Gauri: It is true that it is just my father and I but I can assure you the warmth he showers me with would make any daughter blush in embarrassment. While I do admire the Oberoi's big family but I would never trade what I have with my father for anything.

This was the very first time that Gauri had talked about Tej in such a loving manner that everyone started to question all the rumors regarding the father daughter duo not getting along to be false.

Dadi: Well since you are here I might as well tell you that I am planning to announce Omkara's and Ishana's engagement at his birthday party Saturday.

Gauri: I heard that was your plan but shouldn't you make sure that both parties are willing to take such an extravagant step? I mean if your plan flops in front of so many people are you not worried for your Oberoi's reputation?

Dadi sneers "I have the final say here. Omkara will follow through regardless if he likes it or not."

Om: Dadi. I have warned you already. I will not accept Ishana and if you keep pushing it you can not blame me later on.

Dadi: I do not want to argue about this any longer. I will announce it Omkara and you better not embarrass me! Your father has already put me through enough! Why do you have to inherit his bad traits! Know what woman is worthy of the Oberoi name Omkara... and that is not Ms. Sharma.

Seeing Dadi stand up and leave in a fit of anger Gauri could only shake her head and thinking to herself "It's not that Omkara will not accept Ishana it's because he CAN'T...because he is already married to me." Gauri tried to warn Dadi with her words but it seem her mind was too clouded to notice. Ishana seeing Dadi leave quickly took the opportunity to escort her back to her room so that while everyone was still at the breakfast table she could go fetch the things she needed without getting caught.

Now that Dadi left Gauri looks over at Om "Do you think I can have my black coffee now?" With a wave of his hand he ordered a servant to bring a cup of black coffee.

Rudra: I cannot believe you were able to silence Dadi Gauri! I was sitting here sweating bullets for you.

Annika smiles: What are you talking about Ruddy. I always knew Gauri could take care of herself.

Shivaay nods in agreement: I also knew there was nothing to worry about.

Gauri was happy that everyone was so supportive of her rather than blame her for angering their Dadi "I hope you all know that I would never intentionally hurt Dadi unless I was provoked first."

Shivaay: We understand. So what are you two planning to do about the announcement on Om's birthday?

Om: Ill take care of it. But right now lets all enjoy breakfast together.

While everyone was enjoying each others company Ishana was busy trying to make her way over to Om's bedroom. When she finally got inside she ran towards the closet to find the perfect set of clothes that she was sure the press has taken pictures of him in. While Ishana was rummaging through the closet Annika had asked Om if she could show Gauri around the house. Om knew that his sister in law had always wanted another woman to talk to so he was more than happy to agree. The Oberoi Mansion was indeed amazing but this was nothing that interested Gauri and Annika knew that she was starting to get bored.

Annika: Would you like to see Om's private quarters?

Gauri looks at the chirpy pregnant woman "It seems you are the one who is excited to show me."

Annika grabs Gauri's arm and drags her to Om's place but it seem that Annika wanted to drag her to Om's bedroom. "Why are you showing me his bedroom?"

Annika winks at Gauri "I want to show you a portrait he painted himself. Its amazing!" Ishana could here voices at the door so she hurriedly grabbed the clothes and hid behind a window curtain. As the two entered Om's room Annika was about to take down the painting on the wall when Gauri insisted that she do it instead. "Annika you are pregnant you should really be careful..let me do it." Gauri reached for the painting and brought in down "Om painted this?"

Annika: Yes. Isn't it beautiful? He painted it years ago. He even put it in a glass frame to prevent the colors from fading due to the air.

Gauri stares at a painting of an old couple sitting on a bench staring at a serene lake. The colors used made you feel at peace as well as content with life. But as Gauri held up the painting she could see a reflection from the glass frame of Ishana trying to sneak out of the room from behind the window curtain. "Why is she holding on to Om's clothes" Gauri thought. Gauri decided to act as if she didn't notice and continued to admire the painting. She didn't want to waste her time here constantly having to deal with Ishana or Dadi and seeing how happy Annika was to spend time with her she didn't want to ruin the mood. The morning went by pretty fast and Annika did not want to part from Gauri but Om had just received an important call from Khanna.

Om: I promise you will have more opportunities to spend time with Gauri but there is something important I need to do.

Annika pouts: If you have something important why does Gauri have to go?

Om: Because I promised her she could come.

Gauri looks at Om: Oh?

Om: Remember what you wanted well the time is now.

Gauri remembers asking Om that she wanted to be present when he decides to meet with Kali "Oh yes. I am sorry Annika but this is something I would like to see. Besides Om's birthday is coming up so we will see each other then."

As the two head out to the car Gauri couldn't help but ask "Are you meeting him today?" Om squeezes his wife's hand "Tonight." Gauri's heart started to beat rapidly with excitement.

When Kali's men came back to report to him that they managed to get an appointment to meet "O" tonight Kali was determined to offer whatever he had for their services. "I don't care how much it cost! Tonight I will not leave until the deal is MADE!" But during this time Khanna was busy taking down Kali's network in Bareilly. His first target was Kali's brother Veer who was in charge of the illegal drugs coming in and out. Veer was known to always frequent brothels so it wasn't hard for Khanna to place one of their female operatives in place and with one word from Khanna the operative subdued Veer and brought him back where Khanna used his own methods to force Veer to divulge secrets about Vikram..the youngest brother who led the human sex trafficking business.

Veer who was bound and beaten "I gave you what you want!! Now let me go!! IF anything happens to me my brother is going to KILL all of you!"

Khanna walks up closer to Veer and grabs him by the collar "Let you go? But my boss is not so merciful. And let me tell you..the only person that Im afraid of is Him." Loosening his grip on Veer's collar with one quick motion Khanna twisted Veer's neck leaving him lying motionless on the floor. "Vikram...I'm coming for you." Khanna took out his phone to call Om to let him know about everything as well as the meeting he had set up with Kali tonight. When Om heard of Veer's demise he was very satisfied but he decided to only tell his wife about the meeting with Kali tonight and omit all the other gory details about Bareilly.

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When Ishana finally found the one outfit that was personally tailored for Om she couldn't wait to flee the Oberoi Mansion. It was a suit that a famous designer had made specifically for Om and that there was not another replica of it anywhere. A black suit with the letters "OM" embroidered at the collar. When she finally arrived home she tried to calm herself before making a phone call to AJ. After sending him the email he had given her specific instructions on what to do. When she notified AJ that she successfully got the clothing set he reminded her again "Are you sure you want to go through with this? If you want the footage to look more authentic then you must also go through with the deed. I have my associate with the same body measurements as Omkara Singh Oberoi but you have to be mentally sure to go through with this. If I sense you have any reservations I will cancel our transaction."

Ishana: I am sure! I will go through with it! How do I know who is your associate?

AJ: I have set up a 5 star hotel room for you to meet him. He is a professional so you don't have to worry. He will be gentle. This is after all just business. I will text you the room number after we hang up. You are to meet him tonight.

Ishana: Okay. I will be there. And when do I get the footage?

AJ: If I get all that I need you should get your footage before next Saturday.

Ishana: Perfect.

When she hung up the phone Ishana was filled with excitement. She was sure her plan would give Omkara no way out. Sure she didn't want to sleep with a stranger but Gauri had pushed her in a corner where she had no choice but to resort to this. "I hate you GAURI! Hate you! You just don't know how far I..Ishana Patel can go to be Omkara Singh Oberoi!" Running towards her own closet Ishana took out a sexy black lingerie to pack with her tonight...lifting it up to see the entire piece..and as her lips hooked up "If Ms. Sharma still does not leave Om after seeing me in this with him then my name is not Ishana Patel! I will make that footage so HOT that she will be unable to finish watching the entire video!"

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