Chapter - 7

Abhiraj froze in his seat. His eyes widening in disbelief.

Vardhaman International University? Isn't that the same university Myra studies in !!?!

He couldn't stop his lips from breaking out into a wide smile. He finally got a reason to interact with Myra . Happiness bubbled inside him .

If Arohi had to see her brother's current expression she would have been surprised seeing her ice cube like brother can also smile . She would have thought that her brother has probably gone insane . But sadly she had her yes shut in fear after blabbering everything out . Hence she failed to notice her brother's fifty shades of expression.

By the time she opened her eyes , her brother had put on back his poker face .

There was an uncomfortable silence for few minutes. Arohi kept stealing glances from her brother. And her brother having his eyes fixed on her while his attention on being someone else .

Arohi quickly became alert seeing her brother opening his desk drawer. The desk drawer mostly have either guns with mags or bond papers , checks or business and investment file . She feared her brother will take out a gun and in anger will pull all the bullets out in her head. But thanks to God nothing sorts of like that happened. Rather her brother took out a check book scribbling something on it . He then tore off the check book leaf and raised it in her direction.

Arohi was quick to take it while still being in fearful and confuse state.

" Take the check and give it your boyfriend" Her brother said coolly catching her off gaurd.

After she finally realised what had just happened, she kept thanking him while bowing towards her brother.

" Thank you so much, brother . You are the best . I won't disturb you anymore. I will take my leave . " Arohi was about to disperse from her brother's office when stopped hearing her brother's words .

" Another thing, inform everyone else to have their schedules for tomorrow cleared up . We have been invited by Vardhaman International University as chief guests. " Abhiraj announced.

" Yes brother...And gain thank you . May I leave now ."

" Yes " Abhiraj replied curtly.

Arohi was quick to exit his office .

Abhiraj again broke out into a huge smile . Happy bubbles surrounded him . He finally got a reason to interact with Myra . He slightly blushed thinking about her . He couldn't wait for tomorrow to come . He was extremely excited.

Arohi descending down the stairs felt her emotions shift from fear and confusion to disbelief and finally to happiness. She couldn't believe how easy it was get such a huge investment from her brother. She couldn't wait to share this news with her siblings.

The staircase lead to the drawing room where everyone were present , except Abhiraj. Her siblings, uncles and aunts , grandparents, parents were there . She went to the corner where her siblings had sat in a circle discussing something. Amongst them Ruhi was also present. She leaned down, sitting beside Laksh .

" Guys , I have a good news " She whisper yelled . As she didn't want her other family members to know about her today's fiasco, she had committed.

" What is it ? " Laksh asked curiously.

" Brother approved the investment" Arohi smiled showing off the signed check .

" OH MY GOD !"

"F*CK !!! "

" OHHHHH !!!! "

" CONGRATS !!! "

The siblings group burst into making chaotic sounds , gaining the attention of elders sitting in the same huge drawing room .

" What happened kids ? " Trisha's dad asked .

" Nothing...nothing mom , we are just discussing about a thriller movie" Trisha quickly lied .

" Oh okay " Trisha's dad went back into watching today's football match on TV .

" How did this happen? " Trisha whispered.

" I don't know . Brother wasn't seeming to be in a happy mood . Still I gathered courage and and explained everything. He asked some questions and I answered truthfully. Then he signed a check and gave me " Arohi explained.

" Glad that we escaped from lion's mouth unarmed. We thought you are R.I.P " Veer said .

" Heyyy ! Don't say such bad things " Arohi gasped .

" Whatever " Veer rolled his eyes.

Both then broke out into a fight, leading others to burst out into a fit of laughter.

Trisha was the one to stop their fight.

" Guys enough! " Both of them. Finally both of them broke away .

" Eh! I remembered something" Arohi quickly got up , smoothening her dress and hair which were messed up by the fight with Veer .

" Everybody may I have your attention " Arohi said loudly grabbing everyone's attention. " If you have any schedules for tomorrow, please clear it up . And keep the day free . Brother Abhiraj asked to do so since we have to attend tomorrow's event at Vardhaman International University as chief guests ". Arohi passed down her brother's words.

Initially everyone was going to brush off Arohi's request but hearing Abhiraj's name they didn't dare to do so .

" Fine " Everyone gave in even if some had tight schedules for tomorrow. After all who dares to refuse to Abhiraj , the man who doesn't take refusal and rejections kindly.

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Myra woke up feeling groggy and agitated. Since early in the morning, she has been receiving calls after calls . Her phone has been buzzing breaking her sleep every time she tries to sleep.

Today is the university's annual day program and she has been getting calls regarding management of programs when she isn't even on management duties. She has taken up art and dance programs but is being forced into management.

Grumbling, Myra got up from her bed . She quickly got ready. Grabbed her stuffs before leaving for her university.

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Rathores were punctual. There was denying in that . The clock's right hand was exactly on 10 when luxurious black across with signature R imprints stopped infront of the college.

The principal along with all the staff who were waiting to welcome the Rathore family mainly Abhiraj Singh Rathore , gulped. They were nervous and fearful. The master of Rathore family was known to be ruthless. One small inaccuracy in their part and they were gone from the world.

The first black car's door opened revealing the man whom everyone feared , Abhiraj Singh Rathore. Following him all the others got out from the other nine cars lined one after another . Everyone was adorned in black outfits matching the colour of the car .

" Good morning sir , we welcome you to our university" the principal bowed courteously greeting the man who indirectly or directly controlled the economy of the country.

" Hmm "

" Please let us give you the tour of our university" the vice chancellor offered.

" Go ahead " Abhiraj said maintaining his poker face. His aura screaming of power and wealth.

But inside he was extremely excited. He just wanted to meet her . And he had made plan on how to approach her .

The principal gave the tour to the Rathore. Abhiraj was bored by the blabbering of the principal, chancellor and vice chancellor. He wasn't interested in knowing anything about the university. Rather he was investing 100 crore rupees in the university just so that he can utilise it to get a chance to meet and interact with Myra on regularly basis.

They were midway through the tour when certain members of Rathore family's eyes fall downstairs. They couldn't help gasping out loud , catching all others expression.

" What happened ? " Abhiraj's dad , the second most feared man in Rathore family, asked.

" Downstairs Laksh bhai...." Nitya , one of the paternal cousins started but trailed off pointing her finger downstairs . Everyone followed her finger . Seeing the scene they too were taken back but the ones who were most stunned out of everyone were Abhiraj and Ruhi . Abhiraj managed to hide his astonishment but Ruhi couldn't.

" Since when Myra and Laksh bhai were so close ? " Ruhi questioned seeing Laksh giving Myra a side hug before bursting out into a fit of laughter.

Abhiraj felt his jaw tightened . His finger curling up into a first . Anger and jealousy erupted inside of him . His gaze never leaving the site of Laksh and Myra's happy interaction.

[ Your brother is trying to steal your woman ]

[ HE SIDE HUGGED HER THEN HE MIGHT ALSO KISS HER ]

[ She is laughing along him ]

[ Are you gonna watch your brother making Myra his wife ? ]

[ You will lose Myra forever]

His inner demons who were roaring a while ago fell into silence when they saw another girl came running towards Laksh and giving him a peck on his cheeks. Laksh wrapped his arms around her waist and returned the peck on her cheeks.

[ Or maybe not ]

" LAKSH HAS A GIRLFRIEND . WHY DIDN'T HE TELL US ANYTHING !?!! " One of the aunts was visibly taken aback and was offended .

But everyone ignored her outburst, focusing their attention on Laksh , the girl and Myra .

" I wonder what they are talking about. I wish I could hear them " Ruhi said getting close to the railing. She was deeply offended and jealous by how she knew nothing about her new friend. She didn't new Ruhi was educated in Vardhaman International University. And she was friends with her brother Laksh . She became determined to know everything about Myra .

" Mam , they are standing near the electric meter which has microphone fitted in it . You can hear them talking here " The vice chancellor wanted to get into the good books of Rathore family hence he didn't mind being an obedient boot licking dog to the Rathores . He extended his arm towards the Rathore. Albeit trying to be respectful.

Abhiraj's father took the phone and put it on speaker .

Laksh : [ Myraaaaaa . ]

Myra : [ What Myra ? You both completed four years of your relationship . Don't you think I deserve a party for being a supporting bestie ? ]

??? : [ Ofcourse, we deserve party. And I deserve it more since I helped you both to cover up your relationship. ]

Another man joined in . And Arohi was quick to recognise the voice . She very much familiar with this voice. This voice belonged to the man with whom she has cuddled , shared kisses and talked for hours .

It was none other than her boyfriend, Akash Verma.

??? : [ Student Union President, not you too~ ]

Akash : [ Juhi, I am fighting for mine and Myra's right. ]

Myra : [ Exactly. Thanks for support prez ]

Looking over everyone saw how Akash and Myra high-fived . They all seemed like friends who were bickering. They were laughing, teasing and annoying each other . It was friendly banter in every sense but it annoyed Abhiraj extremely.

Infront of him , Myra had never laughed so freely. Her smile was so bright that it could make a man go blind. It was warm , friendly and warm in every sense . The way she interacted with them , the way she laughed along them , the way she teased .... he wished to be in that place and listen her every words .

The principal noticed how Abhiraj was looking at them . He also wanted to be in the good books of Rathore family. Hence he started giving out the information that wasn't needed or may be needed .

" Sir , they are class bodies and club bodies head . Master Laksh is the student head of Bachelor's of business administration students. Miss Juhi is student funds manager . Mr.Akash is the student body president. Miss Myra is the head of dance and art club . If you want, I can set up a meeting with them " The principal politely offered. He can't have loosing the grace of such a huge investor.

" Hmm . I would like to meet head of dance and art club , NOW " Abhiraj demanded.

His voice was loud and clear about who he wished to meet. Everyone heard him loud and clear . He made his choice known about whom he wished to interact with .

The Rathore siblings gulped in fear , after all they have harmed the person their brother was interested in . The elders took a note of not offending Myra . They have noticed how special treatment Abhiraj gave her .

" Please sir , come with us . We will arrange the meeting for you with miss Myra " The vice chancellor offered.

Abhiraj nodded .

They were about to leave the place and go ahead,when Arohi interrupted.

" What's the matter ?" Abhiraj was visibly annoyed.

Arohi gulped but she had to meet her boyfriend.

" Bhai , can I go and meet my boyfriend? Please" Arohi insisted on getting his permission. She just can't wait to meet the love of her life . She was in hurry .

" Who is your boyfriend? " Trisha's mom , Arohi's aunt asked eyeing Arohi suspiciously.

Arohi literally wanted show her middle finger and say " None of your bloody business" but she dare not and that too even in her brother Abhiraj's presence.

" Akash Verma with the one with whom Myra high fived " Arohi replied timidly.

" Go " Before Trisha's mom could interrogate Arohi like she was some kind of criminal, Abhiraj interrupted. He hated family drama.

" Thank you brother " Arohi was extremely greatful. She turned her back and ran down through the staircase. Running through all her might she dashed to hug her boyfriend, catching Akash off guard.

" BABY ! What Are you doing here ? " Akash was stunned.

Juhi : "BABY ?!?"

Myra : " YOU HAVE A GIRLFRIEND?!! "

Laksh " WAIT YOU ARE DATING MY SISTER !?!!! "

They all were shocked but for different reasons.

Akash blushed slightly as he replied, " Yes , actually we both have been dating for five years ".

Juhi: " Holy Shit ! I could have never expected you to have such a hot and gorgeous girlfriend ".

Laksh: " Where's the party bro ? "

Akash : " Are you asking me to throw a party to you all ? "

Myra : " Ofcourse , is that even a question? "

Akash : " Not you too , Myra !!!! "

Myra : " Don't Myra me . Free food is free food ".

Laksh : " Exactly ".

This time Myra high fived with Laksh. She seemed very affectionate and Abhiraj didn't like it. He wished to be the only only one to receive her affection . Annoyed he walked away leading to others to chase after him. He was guided into the huge chambers of the director of university.

The director greeted him but he was in no mood to pay him attention. His family members were about to take seat when Abhiraj interrupted.

" I wished to have private conversation with Myra Kashayap, head of art and dance clubs".

Everyone got the indication, one by one they emptied the director's chambers . Even the director went out . The principal guided the Rathore family into his office chambers. Director stopped one passing by staff asked her to inform Myra Kashayap to report in his office. The poor staff who was suddenly caught nodded before scurrying away to find Myra Kashayap.

Myra along with Raj, Juhi's brother was busy painting glass square pieces that will be needed to be showcased during dance performance. She was minding her business doing her work in common room when the room's door opened revealing their teacher. Both of them greeted their teacher.

" Myra , director sir has asked you to report you in his office." The teacher passed down the message before going in her way.

" What did you do for director to call for you ? " Raj asked in disbelief.

" I don't know " She was also in disbelief.

[ 100 crore rupees = 1000000000 indian rupees]