Bondita is smitten by Anirudh. They had never known each other but since they are two barristers working together, she feels her heart fluttering with each step that she takes towards him. The road which leads her to him always appears so tempting to her and she feels herself getting drawn by his charm. In this one shot, Anidita are two barristers having no previous relationship with each other.

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"You are so wrong, Bondita!" Rajeev snapped back at me. Why was it so difficult for him to understand that this time I had not messed things up? I was the one who was right this time. I sure lack experience as a barrister but that gives him no right to always find faults in my judgements and conclusions. I was so frustrated.

I sat down back on my desk, holding my head. From the corner of my eye, I could see him still blabbering nonsense. But I was so done for today. I could see him making weird gestures as he spoke. He was swaying his hands up and down, trying to prove his point to me, but would I ever budge? No. I was Barrister Bondita Das for the love of God!

I covered my ears with my palms which sure irritated him, I could make it out from his facial expressions. He stood there with a smug face and I burst into fits of laughter when I saw him flaring his nostrils. He might just explode with frustration and to add more, I laughed uncontrollably. My insides were hurting and even I was unable to make out why I was laughing like an idiot.

He raised his eyebrows, glaring at me.

I retorted back, still unable to hold my laughter," But...you look so funny..when you make that face..!"

He was trying hard to not laugh but he failed miserably. Soon we realised that we were laughing like idiots.

But then we heard a firm voice.

"What is happening here?"

I froze.

It was him. Barrister Babu Anirudh Roy Chowdhury, the best barrister in Tulsipur and Rajeev and I worked under him.

We immediately zipped up our mouths, such was his demeanour. Rajeev stood in front of me as I was sitting on my desk. I could not see Barrister Babu as my back faced him. I closed my eyes in nervousness as I quietly stood up from my desk. I still did not face him.

I could hear his footsteps approaching from behind and I felt my cheeks burn. My heart beat was accelerating at a different rate. I cursed my entrails for making me shiver out of anticipation. Such was the effect he had on me. I fidgeted with the end of my saree taking deep breaths. I could feel Rajeev's eyes on me and I was so sure that he had noticed the red tint that painted my cheeks.

I gulped when I finally felt Barrister Babu standing just besides me. I still didn't look at him. Why was it so hard?

I still looked down. I soon realised that now Barrister Babu and Rajeev had switched places. I finally looked up at him.

Time stopped.

He was so fine. My eyes traced his sharp features and his spectacles were so perfect for his sharp nose. He was so handsome. His bow shaped lips were so tempting and his eyes! His eyes! I wish he could take his spectacles off for once. Not that I had not seen him without specs! Of course I have! His orbs were as dark as the midnight sky and I wish I could trace the contour of his face which was so delicately carved.

It was not just his outer beauty but his golden heart. Compassionate, open minded and yes, he respected every woman out there. No one could ever raise his voice in front of him. It was always just him being the one taking the lead and guiding others towards glory and perfection. Not only did he respect women, but he taught others too. I had been working under him from long and I was always left baffled at his ways.

I was so lost in his face when I suddenly felt Rajeev coughing, breaking my chain of thoughts. Barrister Babu was ruffling through the pages placed on the desk which separated us from him.

I saw Barrister Babu standing there with his hands folded at the back. I gulped a lump in my throat when I saw him shooting death glares at us.

"What were you two exactly doing here?" he asked, sternly.

I bowed my head down. He was angry. I expected Rajeev to utter something but he was as scared as me. Barrister Babu's anger is one dangerous bullet that we often tried to dodge.

He spoke again, this time his voice a little high," I gave you this already solved case one week ago and you are still not able to understand a thing about this? How are you going to be good barristers if you'd just laugh around like idiots?! Work means work! I hope it's clear!"

"Yes, sir" uttered Rajeev, looking back at him.

I looked up timidly to meet his angry gaze and when my fearful eyes met his, I nodded my head in affirmation.

I guess he realised I was scared. His expressions softened and he smiled at me.

He said softly, " You don't need to get scared, Bondita."

My breath hitched.

Maybe it's the way you say my name
Maybe it's the way you play your game
But it's so good, I've never known anybody like you
But it's so good, I've never dreamed of nobody like you

Yes, I was in love with him.

His voice held sweetness when he spoke to me. He'd be soft on me most of the times and it would make my heart flutter. His smile was appealing. Sometimes I wondered if he knew some witchcraft as I felt myself captivated under his magical spell.

Rajeev excused us soon after that. He had some work so he left and I was all alone with Barrister Babu. My heart hammered inside my chest. I sat down back on my desk and I saw him sitting just in front me, the desk separating us. I bit my lower lip in anticipation and worry. He was sitting with his arms crossed against his chest as he observed me. Why would he do that? I guess he was just looking at the way I worked. Who would tell him that it was so difficult for me to work when he'd sit there in front of me? On top of that, he looked so handsome today. I was finding it hard to concentrate on my work.

Nevertheless, I tried my best to concentrate but everytime, I failed miserably. My cheeks were burning red and I could feel sweat trickling down my face.

I was so sure he was noticing my strange behaviour because I saw his facial features twisting in worry.

Suddenly, he stood up and placed the back of his hand over my forehead as he asked," Are you alright, Bondita? Do you have a fever?"

Concern dripped from his husky voice.

Why would you do that , Barrister Babu?

I cursed him in my mind. My heart hammered hard and words failed to come out.

He withdrew his hand back and as I looked up at his eyes, I saw concern. I was moved.

I stammered, " I'm.....fine.... Barrister Babu."

" Are you sure?"

Stop it, Barrister Babu.

I cursed him mentally. My stomach was performing somersault.

I nodded my head and he though unconvinced, leaned back on his seat.

And I've heard of a love that comes once in a lifetime
And I'm pretty sure that you are that love of mine

He was such a distraction.

Keeping it all aside, I concentrated on the work and surprisingly, I was able to do that. It was complicated.

After a while, I saw him standing up from his seat and in no time he was standing near me. I was so nervous. I could feel his one hand gripping my chair from behind. His little proximity would make me go all mad.

He picked up the pages placed on the desk and examined them while I sat on the chair. I could see him twitching his expressions. I gawked at how perfect he looked. He leaned on the desk while I sat on the chair near him.

No one could predict what he'd be doing next.

I fidgeted with the end of my saree in nervousness.

"Impressive!" I heard him squeal merrily.

Did I impress him?

He held my shoulders and pulled me up from the chair , after straightening himself up. My heart skipped a beat.

I looked into his eyes and I could see pride in them. He looked so happy. Was it because of me?

He clutched my shoulders tightly, pulling me a little closer.

"Trust me, Bondita. You are such an amazing barrister. I'm so impressed with the way you have tried to interpret things here. I think I will need to work under your guidance some day!" he exclaimed merrily.

His words were so soothing everytime. I was compelled to fall for him more everyday. I could feel my heart filling up with happiness. I was so overwhelmed that I didn't realise that my eyes were already shedding tears.

But I guess he didn't like my tears.

I felt him cupping my face with his palms and I could feel my lips quivering. He wiped my tears as I sniffed.

He spoke softly, " I mean it, Bondita. Now, don't cry or else, I will make you work under Barrister Chatterjee!"

He laughed and I frowned.

He patted my head as he said," I'm proud of you."

I smiled widely and I saw him getting out through the door.

Bondita, you are so in love!

I'm in a field of dandelions
Wishing on every one that you'll be mine, mine
And I see forever in your eyes
I feel okay when I see you smile, smile
Wishing on dandelions all of the time
Praying to God that one day you'll be mine
Wishing on dandelions all of the time, all of the time

I stood there and I knew I was blushing.

"Why are you blushing, Bondita?"

I heard Barrister Babu whisper those words in my ears and I jumped. What was he doing here? I could feel my cheeks gaining that prominent hue again. I felt him taking a few steps back and I immediately turned around.

My foot twisted a bit and I was about to fall when I felt his arms around my waist. I had my eyes closed. When I opened my eyes, I was greeted by the most bewitching gaze.

His touch on my bare waist felt like electric current and I realised my hands were clutching the front of his shirt tightly. I was still in mid air and all of a sudden, I felt myself being tugged up. He with a jerk, pulled me to himself. My head collided with his chest. I could feel tremors all over my frame. I gulped in nervousness yet again.

His arms were intact against my waist, making goosebumps erupt all along my body. I inhaled his perfume. His scent was so intoxicating. I felt myself get driven by him. I was in a different world altogether.

There was something so surreal about him. When I looked back at his orbs, I squirmed. His intense gaze made my insides twist in excitement. I could feel him trailing his fingers over my face and my eyes were locked with him.

He cupped my face and I saw him inching closer towards my face. I was shivering. I clung to him, I knew I'd faint now. He brushed his fingers gently over my lips and my heart was yearning for him to capture my lips. I could feel his breath fanning my lips and I whimpered. Our noses bumped and I chuckled. I saw him tilting his head a bit and he was about to capture my lips which were shivering.

THUD!

The vase placed near the window of the chamber fell down and I realised I was dreaming.

I was blushing so hard. What did I just imagine? Him kissing me! He actually never returned after praising me and I was dreaming about him.

I was sure enchanted by him.

I think that you are the one for me
'Cause it gets so hard to breathe
When you're looking at me
I've never felt so alive and free
When you're looking at me
I've never felt so happy

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I wish he could be mine.

"Are you sure, Bondita?" asked Rajeev as we both were sitting down in Barrister Babu's chamber.

"About what?"

He gave me a disappointed look as he said," Are you sure you don't love Barrister Babu?"

A smile lingered on my face as I heard his name.

Of course, I love my Barrister Babu.

I thought to myself.

I looked at Rajeev as I uttered," I don't!"

"You are such a big liar, Bondita! It is so evident with the way you behave with him. You are so lost in admiring him that you often forget the world around you." he retorted.

I snapped back at him, " How can you be so sure about my feelings?"

"Well, isn't it obvious? Your face always gets red when you see him."

I knew Rajeev was right but why would I let him know anything about my feelings? I won't.

I made a face at him and he was clearly irritated.

" I think Barrister Babu has something for you"

I was suddenly alarmed. I looked up at him with a frown.

"How can you be sure?", I asked , pretending that I didn't care.

He chuckled and I glared at him.

"He is so soft with you." he said.

"Because he respects girls." I retorted.

"He comforts you."

"He is a sweet man, that's why!"

"I caught him admiring you."

"He observes my work. Are you an idiot?"

"Well, I saw him smiling at you the other day. He seemed so smitten."

I gulped and I could feel the heat rising to my cheeks. But I retorted back, " He adores my skills as a barrister!"

" I saw him crying for you when you fainted a few days back. He was ready to burn everything down."

I was amused. Yes, it was true I fainted due to exhaustion and because of the wretched weather but I never knew Barrister Babu had cried because of me. He had wiped my tears the other day and I had tried to decipher his feelings a lot of times. I would often notice him admiring me from a distance. When our fingers would brush together, he would often get nervous. His gaze was always so endearing. I failed to notice such things.

Did he really feel something for me? I was jumping in my mind. I was grinning and Rajeev probably noticed this.

He said ," See!"

I was smiling sheepishly. What if it's true?

I heard Rajeev say, " Bondita, if you are still unsure then let's put him to a test!"

"Test?"

"Well, you don't usually put the things on your face like other women."

"What? What do you mean?"

" That red color that they apply on their lips and other such things. I don't know the correct word for that." he said nervously and I laughed.

"Makeup?"

"Yes! You should try that out for once. Lets see if he notices that!"

I blushed profusely.

I nodded my head. Rajeev laughed and I knew that he already deciphered my feelings for Barrister Babu.

Dandelion, into the wind you go
Won't you let my darling know?
Dandelion, into the wind you go
Won't you let my darling know that?

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I tapped my feet on the floor as I waited for Barrister Babu to come. I smiled sheepishly to myself as I traced a finger on my lips. I had painted them red today. My cheeks were usually crimson because of Barrister Babu but today, I had purposely turned them pink. My chest heaved up and down.

Rajeev had taken a leave today. I was all set to be alone with Barrister Babu.

I felt butterflies in my stomach when I saw him entering through the door. Would he notice me?

I saw him walking past me and for a moment, my heart ached. He sat on his chair.

"Bondita, get me my case file." he said without even looking at me.

My face fell down. He did not notice me. My heart was breaking apart. With a heavy heart, I slowly moved forward towards the chest of drawer on my left and took out his file.

I placed it on his desk. Why was it so difficult for him to understand?

I saw him getting up from his desk. He quickly picked up his file and I saw him marching towards the door. My heart ached. I was wrong probably.

My eyes were filled with tears and I was on the verge of crying.

But, I suddenly felt a hold on my wrist and I knew this time I was not dreaming. My back faced him and I didn't want to turn back. He'd notice my tears, I thought.

" Bondita, look at me." he said softly.

I gave in and turned around slowly. When I looked at him, he was smiling at me.

He gently pulled me to himself, making me breathless. I looked into his deep eyes and yes, I felt something twist inside me. His gaze was endearing.

He cupped my face and wiped the teardrops that lingered on my cheeks. There was something so beautiful about the way he looked at me.

He said softly," What did you think? I don't notice you? Bondita, I notice every single thing about you. And.."

I felt his fingers on my lips. He was trying to wipe off the red color with his fingers and I clutched his shirt tightly with my fists. I thought I would faint.

" This doesn't suit you. You are beautiful just the way you are." he said softly, looking deeply into my eyes.

I was shaking from within. My eyes were constantly shedding tears. Was it really happening?

I only stared at him with all the love I had. His eyes talked with mine.

Without even thinking twice, I jumped straight into his arms, placing my head on his chest. He wrapped his arms around me ever so tightly.

I felt as if I had conquered the world.

I'm in a field of dandelions
Wishing on every one that you'll be mine, mine
And I see forever in your eyes
I feel okay when I see you smile, smile
Wishing on dandelions all of the time
Praying to God that one day you'll be mine
Wishing on dandelions all of the time, all of the time

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Well, I'm clueless yet again.

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