Hi everyone!🙋🏻‍♀️
So this is the highly requested prequel to 'Love after marriage' of the Sahoo-Chanchala series.Presenting to you
'Don meets Dame'
Enjoy!😉

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Supporting Characters:

IM - Ibrahim
Q - Iqbal
DD - David
SP - Sampath
V - Vaishnavi

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A: Are you following me?

When she turned he was there.

S: Didn't I tell you,even if your shadow disappears I will be there behind you for real.

S: Hereafter if you want to shoot, shoot here,because this is where you live...

He pointed at his chest.

She held his hand and found her ring on his finger.They kissed and hugged declaring their feelings for each other.

Waaji city,the hub of violence:

In his private helicopter,they went to his posh villa which spanned across acres of land.Holding her hand,he led the way inside his home.They were given a warm welcome by Ibrahim and Iqbal.

S: Ammu,this is Ibrahim maama.He was Nanna's right hand and a father figure to me.After amma's demise I grew up under his care when nanna was away.

She touched his feet.

IM: God bless you...

She shifted her glance at Iqbal.Before Sahoo introduced him,Iqbal chimed in.

Q: Wait...wait I'll only introduce myself.I'm his biological son and lakshmana to Sid anna.

Sahoo and Iqbal exchanged a side hug.

A: Erm...how is it you know about Ramayanam?

S: Oh you will be surprised he is well versed in our scriptures and epics.Even I know zilch about it but he knows every detail.

Iqbal smiled humbly.

Q: My mother passed on after I was born.I grew up in anna's home and his mother looked after me as her own.Along with food,she fed me stories that deepened my interest and the rest is history.

A: Oh I see...😅

They had dinner and Sahoo showed her room after which he went to his.He had shower and came out wearing his bathrobe.

He was pouring whiskey into a glass when he heard the click of the door connecting her room to his.

Her hair dripping wet,she was wearing only a white shirt.Flaunting a sexy look,she made her way towards him.Perching on the table he sipped his whiskey while gazing at her.

She stood in between his legs.Staring into his eyes,she took his arms and wrapped it around her waist.

A: Are you getting tempted?

He nodded as his gaze dropped to her lips.Parting his mouth,he inched closer to hers.Amrita's eyes fluttered to a close when their lips met.They kissed passionately for a moment before Sahoo pulled apart.

A: What happened?

S: It's very late...

A: Huh?I thought you were a bad boy?

She slid her hand to his neck and trailed downwards to his bare chest when he held it to pause her ministrations.

S: I am.A bad boy with a bit of values.The rest is after our marriage.

He kissed the tip of her forehead.She smiled.

A: Gd night then...

S: Gd night...

Hyderabad,Sampath's residence:

SP: She'll be here in a while...

Sampath was attending to the prospective groom and his family while Vaishnavi served them refreshments.Chanchala stepped in and she knew instantly what was going on.

V: There,she's here...

Vaishnavi eyeballed her to come in which she did.Chanchala greeted them with folded hands.The boy's mother looked her up and down.

"Hands and legs are fine but she is taller than my son.Nevermind.Can she cook?"

Vaishnavi nodded.The boy's father spoke.

"There were some controversies about her in that murder of minister Eashwar Prasad.Is it still on her?"

V: No no all those were false allegations,has been cleared now.Chanchala is a really very good girl.She will look after you as her own parents.

The father-son-mother trio were discussing in hush tones.

"We also heard about her engagement that got called off.Her fiancé died right?"

Chanchala cast her gaze downwards.

SP: Yes...he is my brother only.Unfortunately passed on at a young age.

The boy's mom cut in,

"So she is a jinx that's why upon holding her hand your brother passed away."

Chanchala remained calm at their taunts.The mother threw a disgusted look at her.

"Maa...only engagement or everything else over?Why I'm asking is these days it's common...better to clarify because I don't want a defiled girl for my son.We are living honorably."

This time Vaishnavi lost her cool and rose from her seat.

V: You may continue to live honourably now leave this house!

"Cha...so much audacity!!If you are like this I wonder how much your girl would be no wonder she isn't getting any groom!For her height and arrogance she won't get any man!!She will live single all her life!!"

They left.Chanchala brushed aside their curses.After all that she underwent in her life,their words meant nothing.

C: Can I also leave now?

Vaishnavi and Sampath apologized to Chanchala on their behalf.

C: I'm not offended by them but the two of you.Despite knowing how much I love Shakthi you both are matchmaking...

She felt a lump stuck in her throat and her words trailed off.

SP: As his brother I'm only telling you to get married ma.I'm sure Shakthi's soul will not find peace seeing you in these plain clothes leading a life of a widow.It is for your good we are saying...

Tears in eyes and joining her palms together she begged them to leave her alone.

Waaji city,Sahoo's residence:

Next morning,everyone assembled at the dining table for breakfast.

S: Iqbal,any updates on our new project?

Q: I've the blueprints ready anna.

He projected it on screen.

Q: This is where our Roy group of companies Hyderabad branch will be built.

He explained in detail and Sahoo listened with interest.

Q: There is one problem though...there is a small building that is obstructing and because of that there isn't space to construct the carpark.If this building is cleared out of the way,we will have more then sufficient space.

S: That's all?Do it then.

Q: It's not possible.That building is a home for the needy.Shakthi Foundation.

S: So what?We can relocate it.I'll take the responsibility of building a bigger and better one for them at another place.Speak to the owner and propose a deal.I want a positive answer.

Q: Ok anna...

A: Sorry to interrupt,but why do you have to shift them?Weren't they there before?It is only fair that you construct your company elsewhere.

S: Ammu,a home for the needy can be built anywhere but this is the place I've chosen for my company.I know what I'm doing.Leave it to me.

His tone was firm.After that Amrita decided to never interfere in his issues that did not concern her.

Later,Iqbal tried to contact the owner but he could only speak to the PA.Sahoo was working in his home office when Iqbal came in.

Q: Anna,I spoke to the PA.The owner is not willing to sell the land or relocate.

S: What?Despite me ready to offer more and also bear the cost of building it he still doesn't want?

Q: It's she...the land is registered under the name of Chanchala.

He paused what he was doing.Hands in pocket,Sahoo stood up directing his gaze at Iqbal.

Q: The land is very special to her and she isn't willing to part with it.If you still insist,maybe I could get the minister to involve and...

S: What you said her name was...Sanch...

Q: Chanchala Sathyamoorthy

S: Chanchala...the name suggests she must be an old lady in her 70's she might not be able to take the pressure from minister.It's ok...I'll personally go and convince her.Arrange for my travel.

Q: Should I also follow...for your safety?

S: I can manage.You and maama handle the things here.

Amrita wished to go with him and David had to return to Hyderabad so the trio travelled together in Sahoo's private plane.

Chanchala's home:

It was night.Chanchala stood before Shakthi's photo staring at it.

C: Why did you leave me alone in this world Shakthi?I should have also killed myself the moment you died that way I wouldn't have had to endure all this torture...😢

Rubbing away the tears from her eyes she pulled the wick of the lamp a little higher to illuminate it.Her landline rang.

C: Hello...

"Chanchala!Better withdraw the ban on the wine shop!This is your last warning!Else..."

After receiving a petition from the people,Chanchala locked and sealed an illegal wine shop that was situated beside a school.It belonged to a local MLA and he was furious.He got his henchmen to call and harass her.

C: I will never do that!I won't allow you to run your wine shop beside that school!

"Then be prepared to face our wrath!We will make sure you are forced to lift the ban!"

Those hooligans threatened to outrage her modesty and make the video viral after which she would have no choice but to listen to them.Chanchala was unfazed by their threats.She hung up the phone abruptly further annoying them.

As soon as she laid on her bed she heard knocks at the main door.Getting up she went near and the gentle knocks became heavy bangs.Worried,she picked the gun from her drawer which was given to her for her protection.

C: Who's that?

She called out but there was no answer.She shifted the curtain to take a peek there was no one when suddenly a guy's face popped before her and she screamed.

"Open the door Chanchala or else we will break the door and come in!!"

She quickly picked her phone and called Vaishnavi then locked herself up in her room.

Hearing the sound of the police jeep siren,those guys dispersed.

V: Chanchala,open the door.It's me...

Cautiously she opened the door.

V: What happened?You said some guys were harassing you but there is no one outside.

She walked in and both settled on the sofa.

C: Before you came I saw a group of men they were there...

Vaishnavi picked the gun from the floor.

V: Why didn't you use this?

C: I took it but I couldn't pull the trigger...Shakthi's face...

Vaishnavi placed her hand over Chanchala's.

V: Chanchala,Shakthi is not going return.You have to move on.Don't think I am using this chance to nag at you but seriously you have to think about settling down.You have a long life ahead of you atleast think about your safety...

C: I'm sorry for disturbing you at this hour.Hereafter I'll manage...

V: See,you got offended you are not understanding what I'm trying to say this is no trouble for me I consider you my sister in fact I already called you to come and stay with me but you refused.

C: No this place is my home...

V: Why are you stubborn?You don't want to move in with me you don't want to get married how long will you be like this?Daily someone or the other is knocking at your door giving you troubles and harassing you over phone.How long more do you want to endure these tortures?

C: I'm willing to do anything as you say except marriage or leaving this place.

V: I don't know how to make you understand...I do want to stay around and help you but I don't know long I can do so because my husband wants me to resign and settle with him in Dubai.I'm giving excuses and buying time to be here only for your sake.You have to take a decision Chanchala...

No matter how much Vaishnavi tried to convince her Chanchala was firm in her stance.

V: Fine...I'll arrange for two constables to be outside here as your guard from tomorrow that's the only solution now.

Vaishnavi stayed with her that night.

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Sahoo,Amrita and David arrived.Sahoo's mother's native was Hyderabad so he had a bungalow there.Sahoo's chauffeur came to pick them up.David bid them goodbye.

S: Huh?Where are you sneaking away?You've to stay with us.

DD: Thanks Sahoo...but I've a home and my brother lives there alone.

Amrita and Sahoo exchanged looks.

S: You didn't tell me you've a brother?Ok can we join you then?The more the merrier...

David hesitated as his brother's house wasn't as huge as Sahoo's mansion.

DD: You're welcome to visit but stay...err...it's not posh as...

Sahoo didn't wait for David to complete he already made up his mind that he was going to halt there.

S: Ammu,get in.We're going to David's house.

On the way,David narrated his story.

DD: We are twins.My parents separated after the birth of my younger brother.I stayed with my dad while my mother took my elder and younger brother with her.My younger brother passed on a year ago.

He became solemn.

A: We're sorry to know that.

DD: I wasn't close to him as my elder brother,I kind of held him at blame for the separation of my parents so I wasn't talking to him but still his death came as a shocker.He was too young to die...

Sahoo and Amrita empathised with him.

S: Why don't you stay with your elder brother than to roam places as if you have none?

DD: He's an honest police officer while I'm a hacker.I don't want to bring him a bad name so I stay away once in every 6 months I visit him.Pls don't blurt out to my brother about my job...

Sahoo agreed.They arrived at his home and David's brother came out to welcome them.The brothers hugged.Sahoo and Amrita were surprised to see the look alikes.

DD: Sahoo,this is my brother,Sampath.Anna,they're my friends.Amrita and Sahoo.

They greeted each other and were welcomed in.Sampath served them lunch.Since he didn't have any desserts to offer them he kept Rava laddoos that were made by Chanchala.

S: Chomp...chomp...can I have some more of those sweet white balls?

Like that Sahoo finished eight rava laddoos.Later,

A: Had a good traditional meal after a while...brought back memories of Alapuzha...my hometown...thank you.

"Thithithara thithithai thithai thaka thaithai thom"

She looked at Sahoo who was busy munching the delicacies.

S: These sweets balls are delicious you don't have these in bigger size?

He took out two more from his pocket earning a glare from Amrita.

SP: You seem to like those alot.I'll ask Chanchala to prepare some more you can take them with you.😁

Sahoo paused upon hearing that name.

S mv: Here also Chanchala?This grandma must be very famous in this region she's doing sweet business also...chomp...chomp...

Amrita excused herself as she wanted to take a nap.

SP: So what do you do for a living?Where are you from?And your purpose to India?

Sahoo leaned towards David.

S: Indeed your brother is a police officer see how many questions he is asking in a single breath.

DD: I think he has sensed you...

S: No chance see how I manage now....

Not wanting to reveal his identity and also protect his friend,Sahoo cooked up a story in his mind.Faking a grin,

S: I work with David.Hyderabad is my mother's native.I visit here once every 6 months.My parents have passed so I do charity in their remembrance.Recently I came across this Shakthi foundation and....

SP: Oh great!That's ours.Chanchala is managing it.Would you like to contribute?

S: Huh?Yeah...of course...hihihi...

David shifted closer to Sahoo and they spoke in whispers again.

S: He knows that oldie Chanchala it seems so it is as good as my task is accomplished.

SP: When do you want to go?

S: Tomorrow,if it is possible.

Sampath agreed.Since Amrita was unhappy about his plans of crashing down a home,she decided to give it a miss.She went with David for shopping while Sahoo followed Sampath to meet Chanchala.😍😉

To be continued...