No Plans To Jump Ship

Meera smiled and said, "You didn't expect this, did you? It's precisely because Shina doesn't get along with Isha that she sent an invitation to her. She wants Isha to see her in her prime with her own eyes so that Shina can attack her enemy."

Jio suddenly understood. "Her heart is really full of schemes. That's true as well. After all, a victory without an enemy to witness it can't be considered a true victory. Isha, are you going?"

"Sure. Why not?" Isha smiled. "If she dares to invite me, I'll go. As long as the company has no objections, I'll go."

Meera nodded. "The company has no objections. Go ahead. I heard that there'll be many investors and partners present. There's no reason for us to waste the opportunity of future collaborations, right?"

Jio said, "In that case, do we have to thank Shina?"

Meera and Isha smiled.

......

On the day of the establishment of Tapas Corporation, Isha was already done dressing up and was about to appear at the scene.

Knowing what would happen at the scene today, even if Shina hadn't invited Isha, Isha would have found an opportunity to show up.

Meera asked Jio to follow Isha closely. She had to protect Isha well. She made it seem like Isha was going to a tiger's den.

Sure enough, when they arrived at the banquet venue, the entire place was already filled with people.

The bodyguards were in uniform, keeping order in the crowd.

Jio looked around and quickly saw some familiar faces in the entertainment industry. She said, "Shina and Tinki are really generous. They even invited so many people from the entertainment industry. Isha, look, isn't that the top female singer of the year? And that person! Although she has left the industry, she has always been very popular."

Isha looked in the direction she was pointing. Shina and Tinki were entertaining those people. The mother and daughter smiled warmly.

Shipra and Yami stood at the side and helped to greet the guests.

Shipra treated herself as half a hostess. Yami also looked happy. She straightened her shoulders and smiled appropriately.

When she saw Isha, Yami looked over. Her smile became two or three times more mocking.

"Yami, your sister is here," Shipra said.

Yami smiled and said, "That's right. How can she reject attending such an occasion? Besides, it's lively today. Since she's willing to come, let her come."

Shipra asked, "I recall you saying that she has a boyfriend?"

Yami could not hide her happiness and said, "That's right. I heard that they're getting married. However, I'm afraid they won't be able to get married now."

"What's going on?" Shipra was also very curious. "Is it because Isha doesn't dare to get married? In her current situation, if she really gets married, she'll indeed be scolded to death by her fans."

"No, it has nothing to do with her fans. In my opinion, as long as the man agrees to get married, Isha will agree without hesitation."

Shipra was even more curious. "Then why didn't Isha agree? Did the man dump her?"

"It's more than that." Yami was delighted at the thought.

Shipra leaned closer to her. "What's going on? Is there a secret involved?"

"That man doesn't like women at all. His relationship with Isha is just a cover-up. He doesn't take her seriously at all. She wants to get married to him but he has no such plans," Yami said.

Shipra understood. "Rich men nowadays have indeed seen everything. The women they keep by their sides are just their playthings. If those women want them to get married to them, that means they're cunning. Those men are even better at guarding against women than thieves. It's normal that they refuse to marry those women."

Yami agreed. "Of course. Besides, the entertainment industry is so chaotic. Everyone knows that a woman will be tainted if she's in the industry. Isha isn't like you, Shipra. She got her family involved in the entertainment industry. It's impossible for the man's family to like her."

Shipra was pleased by Yami's words and smiled. "Forget it, let's not talk about her anymore. Let's not ruin our moods."

Initially, she had treated Isha as a competitor. Now, it seemed that she had worried too much. There was no need to go against Isha.

Yami stopped talking. Coincidentally, Isha and Jio walked up to her. She smiled and said, "Isha, I didn't expect to see you here. Welcome."

These words brought her closer to Tinki and placed her in the position of hostess.

Isha nodded in greeting.

Yami walked in front of Isha and pointed her to a seat. "You and your assistant can sit over there."

"Thank you," Isha said politely.

Yami smiled. "Why didn't you answer Mom's calls when something so serious happened? The whole family was worried about you."

When she said that she was worried, it was obvious that she did not care at all. She was completely gloating. It was completely different from Jiya Tiwari's concern.

Isha ignored her.

Yami continued, "Actually, that's normal. You know that a family like that won't easily compromise when it comes to selecting a daughter-in-law. But it doesn't matter. I think you should be mentally prepared. It's fine. The next time I see a good man, I'll introduce him to you."

Isha tilted her head and smiled, her eyes bright. "You should keep the good ones for yourself."

The meaning behind her words was that Yami herself was not good enough, so what right did she have to say such things to Isha?

Yami's expression did not change. The problem Isha was facing now was too great. It was enough for Yami to tease her for many years, so she did not mind Isha's sharp tongue.

"Isha, I'm doing this for your own good. It's better not to have unrealistic dreams," Yami advised earnestly.

Ever since Isha defeated her in the Tiwari family's business competition, she had been unable to raise her head for a long time. However, everything was different now. Isha had suffered a loss in terms of her relationship, while Yami had gotten a large sum of shares in Tapas Corporation with Shipra.

Tapas Corporation had a lot of funds and had just been listed. The situation was favorable.

When the time came, she would sell the original shares and earn a large sum of money. Her life would be smooth sailing and she would be proud of it.

"If it's a dream, of course, it's unrealistic," Isha said. "Otherwise, how can it be called a dream?"

Yami was not angry at being rebuked. Instead, she smiled happily. "Then go ahead and sit. I'll go help greet the guests."

As soon as she left, Jio couldn't help but say, "Isha, that's your sister. Why was she talking so strangely? She made me feel uncomfortable watching her."

"Your gut feeling is right. She's that kind of person."

"Why is there such a big difference even though you're both from the same family?" Jio said as she looked at Yami Tiwari's back.

Jio took out her phone and said, "Isha, many of my friends are buying shares of Tapas Corporation. They all say that we'll definitely make a lot of money after buying them. Do you want to buy them?"

"I'm not buying."

"You won't even take such a good opportunity?"

Isha smiled. "Are you sure you can make money using this method?"

"Although it's a little inappropriate to say this, Tapas Corporation's prospects look really good. Previously, Mr. PRATAP was almost defeated by them. In addition, Kareena's matter is also trending. My friends said that we can't have personal feelings when buying shares. After all, money is a separate matter."

Isha said seriously, "I suggest you don't buy them. Try to convince your friends too if you can."

"Why?" Jio looked confused. Isha had never been a busybody. It was definitely not because she had fought with Shina and Tinki.

"It's just a feeling." Isha smiled. "They say that there's risk in the stock market, and you have to be careful when investing. That's what I mean as well."

Jio thought for a moment and agreed. "Then I'll persuade them not to buy the shares. I won't buy them myself either. It's safer to save the money in the bank. After all, it's my hard-earned money."

"Wait here for me. I have to go to the bathroom." She stood up and handed her bag to Jio.

"Okay, okay." Jio nodded.

Isha went to the bathroom to wash her hands and tidy her hair before turning to leave.

Between the lobby and the bathroom was an extra-long passageway that required a turn. She hurried outside.

......

A familiar figure walked over. It was Tapas Pratap with two bodyguards beside him.

Isha didn't expect to meet him here. She looked down at her path and quickly left.

Tapas Pratap stretched out his arm and leaned against the wall. His face was handsome, but the frivolousness in his eyes made Isha feel a little uncomfortable.

Isha had no intention of interacting with him. She turned to the other side, intending to walk around him and leave.

However, before she could circle around, Tapas Pratap propped himself against the other side of the wall.

"Mr. Pratap, please make way."

Tapas Pratap gave a look, and the two bodyguards behind him retreated to the far entrance of the passage. This meant that not only did they intend to block Isha, but they also wanted to prevent anyone outside from entering.

Isha's eyes darkened. She understood Tapas Pratap's intentions and felt relieved.

She laughed. "What are you up to?"

Tapas Pratap lowered his head and looked at Isha. The little face in front of him was as beautiful as a lotus flower. Her lips were as tender and delicate as roses.

He had noticed Isha before, but at that time, he was not anxious at all. After taking over Pratap Group, DiXi Media Company would be his, and Isha would naturally be his too.

But now, his plans for Pratap Group were ruined, and many of Tapas Pratap's plans had disappeared.

The woman standing in front of him was so delicious, but she was in a company belonging to Shivam Pratap, a man who only liked men. It was such a waste.

Tapas Pratap smiled. "Isha, after Tapas Corporation is established, we'll increase our investment in TEA Media. All the artists in TEA Media will benefit from this. Are you interested in coming to our side? I'll help you settle the breach of contract."

"I'm sorry, but I'm doing fine. I have no plans to jump ship."

"Think carefully. Pratap Group has never invested much in their entertainment company, and they've never been optimistic about the future development of DiXi Media. With your good aptitude, there's no need for you to fight to the death over there. TEA Media will give you more resources."

"Mr. Pratap, I appreciate your kindness, but I'm really sorry as I can't accept your kindness."

Tapas Pratap curled his lips into a mocking smile. "Isha, what's so good about DiXi Media that makes you loyal to them?"

"It's not about that. It's just the right thing to do," she said before continuing to walk past him.

Tapas Pratap reached out and grabbed her wrist. Isha's reaction was extremely fast. With the professional training she had received, Tapas Pratap was no match for her. She threw a punch at Tapas Pratap's abdomen. The tall Tapas Pratap felt the pain and let go of her wrist. He held his abdomen and bent down.

His expression was as ugly as a pig's liver. He gritted his teeth and yelled, "Isha, how dare you?!"

"I'm sorry, Mr. Pratap. The company arranged for me to attend self-defense classes." Isha was still smiling as if she was just joking with him. "If there's nothing else, I'll leave first."

The two bodyguards rushed over and stopped Isha.

Tapas Pratap did not expect Isha to be such a tough nut to crack. On this occasion, he did not want to cause any more trouble. He said to them, "Let her leave!"

The two bodyguards stepped aside for her.

She quickly disappeared down the corridor.

Tapas Pratap had already straightened his back and sneered. "Hmph, I'll make you cry and beg for mercy after this! Let's go."

The bodyguards followed behind Tapas Pratap. Just as Tapas Pratap turned around to leave, he was punched in the face.

He was hit in the face and cursed in pain, "Who dares to lay a hand on me here?!"

He was in tears from the beating. He couldn't control his physical reaction. When he finally opened his eyes, he saw that the person standing in front of him was Gaurav.

Gaurav's eyes were indifferent, and his face was as calm as ever. His ordinary white shirt gave him a noble and distant aura.

"Gaurav? You hit me?" Tapas Pratap was even more furious. Usually, Gaurav was arrogant and ordered him around like a subordinate. Now, he actually still had such an attitude.

Tapas Pratap said angrily, "Are you f*cking crazy? Did I offend you?"

"Yes, you did." Gaurav looked into the depths of the corridor, but Isha was no longer there.

Although Tapas Pratap had not taken advantage of Isha and she had the ability to protect herself, this did not mean that what Tapas Pratap had done was right or that Gaurav's anger could be appeased.

"When did I offend you?"

"Just now," Gaurav said as he kicked Tapas Pratap again. This time, Tapas Pratap fell to his knees.

Two bodyguards hurriedly stopped Gaurav.

Gaurav looked at the two bodyguards coldly. The two bodyguards subconsciously let go of him and did not dare to stop him.

"You f*cking..." Tapas Pratap cursed angrily.

A dagger was thrown in front of him.

Clang! The crisp sound of metal and floorboards hitting each other rang out.

It was a chilling sound that hurt one's eardrums.

This stopped Tapas Pratap from cursing.

He looked up and met Gaurav's gaze.

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