Chapter 32: chapter 32

Jash Donovan Sailas, president of JDS which has its origin and collaborations in Russia, came to India just a month ago. He started building a new firm here. This is were Shally has been given the landscaping project. Jash, though a billionaire and a tough man to compete with in business is a great gentleman in heart. Two weeks back, he was exhausted by the constant work schedule. So to relax he hit the first pub he came to see in the city at nearly mid night. He was just having his favourite whiskey, when a petite young woman came and occupied the empty stool near by. She seemed to be in pub longer, as she was already a little high. She looked cute with wavy raven hair, that touched her hips, pink pulp lips, straight nose and mesmerizing eyes. Usually Jash isn't someone who go behind woman, but this young lady made him curious. Though her eyes were hypnotising, they were sad and sulking. He wanted to know about her and started drinking to her. At first he felt amusing to be around her. Then after hearing her story, he felt sorry for her and laughed at her mention about finding an one night stand or a fling as revenge.  But a protective urge to take care of her came instantly to his mind. This feeling was new to him, yet he pondered over his thoughts. She got hung over and so he took her to his mansion, as there weren't any other option. The next morning, when she got up, she was wild and furious, he liked that part of her too. He tried to calm her down and explain her, but she was so stubborn and left his mansion. Though he gave his number and asked her to call, he had no idea why he was pleading to a woman at first place. But in front of her, he felt like her puppet. He wanted to be pet by her. He couldn't understand his own emotions. He even sent his assistant to drop her, so that he may know about her whereabouts. She left and never returned even a call. Few nights after hectic work, he would ask his driver to go to her house and watch her from the opposite road. But wouldn't go and check on her. Today, when he entered for a meeting to find a prospective partner in India for his company, he was stunned when he saw her in a dark grey pencil skirt and baby pink silk blouse. Her eyes were clear and even more mesmerizing today. When he saw her, he even forgot the purpose of his visit and the people surrounding them. Only when his manager cleared his throat, he looked at others and greeted all. Everyone took their respective seats. But his eyes would often land on her. She didn't even look up at him. How will she? When she thinks that he has ruined personal life. Everyone presented their companies details and explained why they can be partners with them. Now it's turn for SK groups. Jash has already heard about them and had even visited their other clients. Sachin introduced himself and started the presentation. Then Rakesh took up from half. When it came to financial discussion, Shreya stood up. Though she seemed nervous of him, she gave an excellent presentation, her figures were so accurate and everything she put in was exactly how Jash wanted his partners to be. For a moment, he wondered, is it his mind choice about the exact working skill he needed or his heart's attraction towards her. But it was truly business, she is really a pro in finance and looked completely professional. But as soon as the presentation got over, Shreya left the room.  Indicating Sachin and Rakesh to take up from there. For a while two more companies presented and everyone waited to know the result.Jash, left the board room and went to his cabin. After a while, his manager announced that, SK groups have got the deal and the rest of them left. He also informed that Jash wants to meet Sachin and Rakesh in person, while the documents are getting ready. So they both met him at his cabin. The meeting was very formal. He enquired about their CFO and they signed the documents before leaving. Rakesh and Sachin shared the happy news with everyone. Raghav was very proud and happy. But Shreya was apprehensive when she heard about it. More than that, she was called for to discuss the profit segregation with the CFO of JDS. When the agreement has already been signed, what more is there to discuss, she thought. But anyway she need to attend. Yesterday, his sudden appearance made her stomach churn in anticipation. She felt like puking. But she wanted to be professional, no personal things should mess her ethics, so she composed and held herself. But the constant staring of Jash while she was presenting, made her feel exposed in some sort. His cold gaze gave her chills, it was so intense as if it could pass through her veins. So as soon as the presentation got over. She left. She could hold it anymore. She got to her car and banged her head at the steering wheel. Her life is becoming more and more messy. First she thought to get rid of Rakesh, then got in to another mess, then she thought to concentrate only on work and now, the person whom she never wanted to see gain is gonna be the person involved in their business everyday. She wanted to scream and shout. Tears threatened to fall down. She started the car and drove without any destination in mind. For nearly after two hours she reached the outskirts of city. That way leads to the peak of a mountain in the western ghats range. She parked the car, and got down and went to the suicidal point. She sat there, allowing fears to fill her heart, tears to flow from her eyes. She didn't know how long she sat like that. The sky was hitting twilight, pinkish orange colour s filled the sky. Sunset was so mesmerizing from there. The cold breeze made her relaxed. The raising tension became normal. With a somewhat clear mind, now she spoke to herself. When she initially planned to start her work, she thought meeting Rakesh would pull her spirits down, but now she realised, it's not. She got used to working around him within a week and nothing bothers her. Occasionally she would have a heart ache, but now even that feeling started to reduce. Even the years of love turned to nothing now. So Jash won't be such an hard obstacle to cross. Moreover, she won't be meeting him everyday like Rakesh. Even if that happens, she should learn to direct her concentration somewhere else. Unless and until, she don't react to unwanted things, nothing can bother her and stop her from what she wanted to do. The pep talk gave her the courage. She wanted to leave, but this place seems very peaceful to her. She planned to visit here often, and thought to bring her guitar, the next time she comes here. So before getting too dark, she left the peak and drove to her house.  At night she received a message from Sachin about the meeting. She thought, 'talk about the devil and the devil comes'. So on the next day, she got dressed in a custom suit and took all the necessary files. Jash's assistant shared her the meeting location. It was some five star hotel owned by JDS group. She hesitated, but as long as she didn't meet Jash, everything will be okay. When she entered, she was directed by the manager to a separate cabin facing the outside city. Jash's manager and a middle aged man were already seated. She assumed that new man to be the CFO. She greeted them both and took her files out. The manager smiled and said not to be in a hurry. He placed a glass of water in front of her, she took the glass and sipped. Another man entered the cabin. The manager and the CFO stood up. Jash entered in. He gave a short nod at them and extended his hands toward Shreya......