LOVE STORY-PART 10

Anahata – (Thinking to herself) What a day man. I desperately need a breath of fresh air (looks at her watch) Oh good………………. it’s time to go home. Enough excitement for a day! I can handle only so much. She looks around the office and everybody seems to have already left or must be busy else where. Anahata collects her bag from her desk and finds a message from Zorawar that he won’t be able to drop her today as he has urgent work. (Shrugging her shoulders) Good I can walk home today. (Smiling) A stroll on baga beach will do wonders for me .I love it when the wind blows through my hair and water flows beneath my feet . Nothing is more beautiful than that. And the sound of the ocean and the wavessssssssssssss. It’s all so delightful. (Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh) I am going to sit by the beach and watch the sunset. And let go of all the tension and stress of today (Anahata is already feeling so relaxed. A sense of calm washes over her.) 

As she  steps out of the academy. (With hand on her head ) Omg…………………………………. How could I forget ……………………….I have to call Kaya (her best friend in Delhi) and confirm with her when she is coming to Goa. As Anahata looks for her mobile  to call kaya…………………….. She is so focused on fishing out her mobile from her bag that she  is unaware that Ryan is standing next to her.

Ryan - (With hands folded around his chest and smile on his lips) What’s up

Anahata-(taken back and with both hands on her heart ) God………….Ryan, you scared the bejeezus out of me. Where did you suddenly conjure from? (Rolling her eyes at him) You gave me a heart attack!  Anyways I thought that everybody left. What are you still doing in the Academy?

Ryan-(Running his fingers through his hair) Yeah……………………………..I am just coming back from a meeting with a client.. (Teasingly) So ………………………. You want to update me about the highlights of your and Shawn’s meeting with Mr Fernandez?

Anahata-(Making a face at him) No I don’t……………..thank you for asking. I don’t want to think about it. I have much better things to do then talk about you know who.

Ryan-(looking at her) Really………………like what? (Clearing his throat and touching the back of his neck ) Listen(Slight hesitation)…………………I was thinking if you would like to go out for dinner with me tonight……………only if you are free. And it’s just a dinner. After all you have to eat and so do I. So……………………………………………..what do you feel.

Anahata-(With her mouth hanging open with surprise) You are asking me out for Dinner? (Biting her lip and suddenly remembering) Weren’t you supposed to go out for a coffee with Sanam in the evening today?

Ryan-(Looking surprised and raises his eyebrow) Who told you about that?

Anahata-(both hands on her hips) Who else but Sanam. What happened to that?

Ryan-(Mumbling to himself) Women………….can’t keep anything to themselves.(Shrugs his shoulders) Apparently, she is busy with something and can’t make it today.

Anahata-(sarcastically) Oh………………how nice. I feel so special , now that Sanam is not available. You are asking me out for dinner. Thank you, kind sir. But I will have to say no. I have no Inclination to fill someone else’s shoes!

Ryan-(Laughing) Come on ……………..Anahata. Do you have to be so melodramatic? It’s just a 

friendly dinner. You have to eat right. Might as well with me. You go out with Zorawar, Henna and Monty all the time. So what’ the big deal

Anahata-(touching her hair) That’s different………..they are all my friends.

Ryan-(Feigning hurt and hand on his heart) Are you saying that I am not your friend.

Anahata-(looking down at her feet) Of course you are.

Ryan-So…………………………………

Anahata-(Grudgingly) okay  fine.

To be continued.............................................................

LOVE STORY-PART9

Anahata and Shawn are in Mr Fernandez’s office.

(Adjusting his tie and gritting his teeth) Shawn looks at Anahata and mumbles to her, it’s all your fault...............I hope you know that. (Anahata gives Shawn a belligerent look) Really…………………………. you think I am to be blamed? Shawn, you are Impossible. You started it all. I just wanted to talk to you alright. But you…………………….

Mr Fernandez-(Bellowing) Anahata and Shawn……………………. enough with all the histrionics. You guys have no respect that you are standing in my office and continue to argue. I will not accept this behaviour. This is highly unprofessional. Please maintain decorum in the office. I don’t care that both of you have a problem with each other. Whatever it is sort it between yourselves and if you can’t, take it out of the office. And Anahata, you need to respect the fact that Shawn is senior to you. (Anahata trying to speak) I don’t want to hear anything from you Anahata. This is my last warning to you. Please get this straight both of you. Work should not get affected!!! You guys are behaving like a bunch of animals. Look at the way you are fighting. You should be ashamed of yourselves. Is this how professionals behave? .(Looking at his watch) I don’t want to waste any more time so please…………..sort it out. Anahata you can leave…………….. and Shawn you stay back, I have something to discuss with you.

Shawn-(clears his throat) I apologise Sir and will make sure that this mistake is not repeated. Ah……………….Sir can I Please step out for a glass of water.(Mr Fernandez already absorbed in his work, nods his head in agreement) 

(With her head hung low) As Anahata steps out of Mr Fernandez’s office for the second time in one day, she is tired of all the drama that has happened.

Shawn-(Laughing at her) Why are you always in the eye of the storm Anahata. I pity you. (Sarcastically) Oh……………..actually I feel sad for you right now. Poor you always being reprimanded by Mr Fernandez. You know you can’t win with me right. Why do you even try it. Don’t you feel bad for yourself. And none of your friends believe or support you. (Whispering) Yes I did send that message but question is what are you going to do about it?. All your huffing and puffing solves nothing. (Winking at Anahata) Babe…………………my heart bleeds for you.

Anahata-(pulling herself up to her full 5 feet 5 inches) Firstly……………………….I am not your babe. And I know, that you sent that message…………..but it’s okay. That’s how you are. Your actions speak a lot about your character. I feel sad for you that you have nothing better to do in your life but fight a duel with me. Anyway……………..I have absolutely no Interest in wasting my time and energy on you. So please get out of my way………………………………………..

Shawn-(Unfazed) Nice speech Anahata. (tsk tsk) Good luck and trust me you are going to need it. Byeeeeeeeeeeee

Anahata- (flipping her hair with anger) Whatever Shawn……………………………(mumbling to herself) Moron…………………..

To be Continued.......................

LOVE STORY-PART 8

Anahata looks up at Ryan with Amazement. Feels like she is meeting him for the very first time. Like she is being Re-Introduced to him. This electricity that she felt flow between them is Indescribable. She has never felt current swirl through her whole body before. This is so new to her. It is as if a bucket of cold water was rudely thrown at her to wake her up from her deep deep slumber. She is feeling overwhelmed with her new-found ability to sense this attraction towards Ryan. It’s like she has connected with her body for the first time! To her she is frozen in time and has no awareness of what’s happening around her. The only thing that she is aware of is Ryan!!!! Rest is all lost to her. She has zoned everything else out of her awareness………………………………In the midst of all chaos she feels total silence all around her. She can’t seem to take her eyes off him. What did she miss before that she in now tuning into?

Anahata- (Looking into his eyes). Wow………………..Sanam was right. He does have hypnotic eyes. They are like vortex of attraction. If you look long enough into them you might just drown!!! There is definitely something about his eyes. How come I didn’t notice all this before. It’s as if I am seeing a different Ryan all together. (Frustrated) What the hell is happening to me?

Ryan-(Still holding her hand) Anahata…………………………….are you all right? You look a little dazed. Do you want a glass of water……………………………? (Anahata is still lost in her new-found feelings) Don’t tell me you have zoned out again?

Everyone at the Academy is aware of Anahata’s Habit of zoning out and they all tease her about this.

Ryan-(Laughingly) Hello Anahata please come back to planet earth………………………………Shawn is waiting for you……………………….

Anahata- (Hearing Shawn’s name and embarrassed that she zoned out) Of course not Ryan I am right here. (Seeing her hand still in his) If he holds my hand for one more second I am going to faint right here right now. She would have preferred to snatch her hand away from him but that would be rude (Since when have I started caring about being rude. Anahata rolls her eyes at herself) Ah………………. Ryan, can I please have my hand back.

Ryan smiles at her and lets go of her hand.

(Anahata looks at her hand as if it has been branded. She can still feel the warmth of his hand). This is Insane. I cannot allow myself to feel this way. I don’t even like him. What are these feelings???? I hate these feelings!!! (Looks at Ryan) And he doesn’t seem to be affected at all. I am making a fool of myself. I don’t care for Ryan at all. And what about Sanam and his date? (Annoyed with herself) Who cares what happened between them. I have to focus on myself. I think I am making a little too much of this hand holding. It’s no big deal. God!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so childish. (Anahata is relieved and smiles ) All right then. All good.

Anahata is happy that she has convinced herself that whatever she felt meant nothing.

Ryan-Madam Anahata………………now that you are back in your senses…………..need I remind you that you still have Shawn to deal with……………what are you going to do?

Anahata-(Turns to looks at Shawn)Oh god…………….I forgot all about that.

Suddenly Mr Fernandez walks into the office. Clearly he is in a black mood

Mr Fernandez-(Angrily) Shawn and Anahata in my cabin right now.

To Be Continued............................

LOVE STORY-Part 7

Anahata has murdered Shawn in her mind space a million times. She has had it enough with him. This time he has gone too far………………………As she steps out of Mr Fernandez’s office huffing and puffing with anger Zorawar, Ryan, Henna and Monty give her a questioning look…………………..

Zorawar- So.................. why did the old bat call you in his cabin (laughing).Aur tujhe kya ho gya itne gusse main kyun hain ( What Happened to you. Why are you so angry?)

Anahata- Zorawar you won’t believe what just happened. That maniac Shawn sent a message in my name to Mr Fernandez that I love him…………………………………… Do you know how embarrassing this is for me?

Zorawar(Laughs)-oh that message…………………. yeah, I have also received that message two times but I knew that it’s not from you. But are you sure Shawn sent the message?

Anahata (Her mouth drops open in shock) What???????????????????????? You have also received the same message??? And you didn’t even bother to tell me. Are you crazy!!!(Anahata is feeling hurt now………. she didn’t expect this from him) How could you do this to me Zorawar. You should have told me yaa. I thought we were friends. Of course, it has to be Shawn-he is the In charge of Internal Messaging System and I know that his Intention was to create misunderstanding between Me and Mr Fernandez. God knows to who else he has sent this message (Anahata shivers with dread)

Anahata- (Looks at Ryan and Monty) Did you guys also receive this message in my name?

Ryan- (with a twinkle in his eyes ) Unlucky me, I didn’t receive any such message. Did you Monty?

Monty- (trying to suppress his laughter) Nope………………neither did I

Anahata- (looks suspiciously at Ryan and Monty) Do you guys think this is funny?

Monty just can’t control his laughter. He is now clutching his stomach and laughing hard. Ryan looks at Monty and bursts out laughing. Zorawar and Henna join both of them. Anahata gives them a look of exasperation.

Monty-(Now rolling on the floor with laughter) Come on Anahata it is a little funny . Think about it. Ha ha ha ha

Ryan- (laughing) Lighten up Anahata. You are taking it way too seriously.

Anahata- (looks angrily at Ryan) Thanks for your advice Ryan. Nice to know that you guys find this hilarious. You guys are so Insensitive. I thought you all will support me on this. But no I was wrong. Forget it I don’t want to talk to you guys. I’ll handle this in my own way.

Zorawar-Chill Anahata! Don’t be so emotional……………………………we…………

As Zorawar is talking to Anahata…………………Shawn walks in…………………………..

Shawn-Good Morning Everyone…………………………………………….So Ryan what’s the Agenda for today………...........................................

Anahata- Shawn I have to talk to you.

Shawn- (Arrogantly) What About? Not now …….………... And Anahata it’s rude to Interrupt when two senior guys are talking to each other. Anyways I am busy. I’ll call for you when I am free. Now be a good girls and get back to work. Ryan and I need to discuss something Important. (Looks at Ryan pointing towards Anahata) Unlike certain people who while away their whole day doing nothing. I have lots to do. So Please…………………………………………………………

Anahata-(Turning a shade of red and bristled at his tone) Don’t you dare talk to me in that tone Shawn. Why did you send a message to Mr Fernandez in my name that I Love him…………………………………..what’s wrong with you .Are you demented?

Shawn- (Starts laughing) OMG…………………………………. you sent a message to Mr Fernandez that you love him!!!!!!!!(looks at the team with a smirk) .What did I tell you guys…………..she is crazy. I didn’t know you were that desperate………………………….You are such an attention seeker. And now you are blaming me…………………………typical of you. And it would be in your best Interest if you behave yourself and talk politely with me. I don’t need to remind you that I am your Senior. So please behave accordingly.

Anahata looks at Monty,Ryan,Zorawar and Heena for their support but none of them are Intervening. She is a little disappointed with all of them.

Anahata- (losing all her cool now and shouting at the top her lungs) I don’t give two hoots about you being senior to me. You are the ugliest human being ever. I hate you. You are a sadist who likes to torture people. You are disgusting. And I don’t care of your opinion about me. Go to hell!!!!

Things are fast getting out of Hand. Both Shawn and Anahata are  heatedly arguing with each other. It seems Increasingly likely that both might come to blows. The rest of the team now Intervenes. Zorawar, Monty and Henna are trying to Pacify Shawn.

As Anahata continues to Rant and Rave……………… suddenly Ryan takes Anahata’s hand and pulls her to the other side of the room.

Ryan- (still holding Anahata’s hand) Cool down Anahata…………………………….please………………………….

A jolt of electricity like no other passes through Anahata’s whole body. It feels like she has been electrocuted by Ryan’s touch………………………………………………………….

To be continued......................

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LOVE STORY-Part 6

Anahata- What’s happening to me……………. Feels like someone just squeezed my heart literally. How does it matter to me that Ryan has asked Sanam out for a coffee date? I hardly know the guy……………………I can’t fathom what the hell is wrong with me. Why Am I feeling this way? This is all so strange. I am so confused right now (Anahata is annoyed with herself) To hell with Ryan and Sanam and their stupid coffee date!!! Whatever!!! I don’t give a damn. (Anahata is sulking now).

Sanam- (Taps  Anahata's shoulder) Babes………………………did you even hear what I said (Sanam gives  Anahata a hurt look)

Anahata- (Anahata comes back to the present and looks at Sanam and puts a phony smile on her face. Should she  stop talking to Sanam? She acted just like a bimbo infront of Ryan. But that would be so childish on her part. After all it is not Sanam’s fault that Ryan asked her out. She is gorgeous . And who wouldn’t want to go out with her. I would ……………if I was a guy. Sanam is a sweetheart. And It’s none of my business anyways. ) Yeah………………that’s awesome Sanam. I am so happy for you. This is so great. Have fun you guys. Listen I need to run now. I have to meet Mr Fernandez (Anahata rolls her eyes).The old bat can really be cranky at times(Laughs). See you later. And do let me know all the juicy details (Anahata winks at Sanam and hurries off)

In the meanwhile

Mr Fernandez- (On Phone) Anahata can you please come to my cabin. I need to talk to you urgently!!

Anahata -Yes Mr Fernandez. I will be right with you.

Mr Fernandez- (Clears his throat)Listen Anahata I don’t know how to bring this up. But its Imperative that we discuss this matter and clear the air between us.

Anahata looks at Mr Fernandez’s face. He looks troubled. His face is a little red. Seems like he is feeling a little at unease. Anahata is perplexed with all the secrecy and urgency of the matter. What has happened that has Mr Fernandez worried so much. And what’s this about clearing the air? What is wrong? Anahata feels a chill down her spine.

Anahata-Ah…………………………….Yes sir……………………………. please tell me.

Mr Fernandez- Anahata I have received a message from you on the Internal Messaging System. But I also do believe that it is not sent by you. But someone has in your name. I just wanted it to bring it to your awareness. Come I will show you the message.

Anahata-Message……………………. what message. Sir, I have not sent any message to you on the Internal messaging system (Anahata is bewildered. What is Mr Fernandez talking about?)

Mr Fernandez clicks on his computer and bleep now the message is screening

“Dear Mr Fernandez, I Love you. Do you also love me”

What the f**** Anahata just can’t believe her eyes what the screen is displaying. Her eyes widen with horror. She opens her mouth and then closes it. She can feel her cheeks burning with mortification . She seems to have lost her voice. If only the ground beneath her would open up and swallow her!!!!Anahata is literally dying of embarrassment. What must Mr Fernandez be thinking about her? How will she ever face him after this debacle!! Is this supposed to be a joke? Who could have done this to her? Who hates her so much to send such a message to the Head of Marketing? Who could commit such a shameless act. Who could be so malicious……………………………….OMG………………. Image of Shawn pops into Anahata’s mind space. No one but Shawn could have done this. He is the In charge and has access to the Internal Messaging System and he hates her. God…………………………………………. only Shawn can stoop so low.

Anahata- (With unshed tears shimmering in her eyes) Sir, I am speechless!! But you have to believe me that I have not sent you this message. Trust me sir, I can never do this. I Know who has sent this message to you. It’s Shawn!!!!!!!!!!!!! He has done this on purpose. Only he could have done this. He hates me Sir. And can go to any lengths to embarrass me. (Anahata is on the verge of crying. She is gulping down her sobs. She does not want to make a fool of herself once again) Sir you have to believe me. I can never do any such thing.

Mr Fernandez-Calm down Anahata. I know this message is not sent by you. But you can’t hold Shawn responsible for this. You don’t have any proof. I know you guys don’t get along but I don’t think he will go these lengths to trouble you. Don’t worry. It’s all okay. I just wanted you to know about this whole matter. Now you can get back to work.

Anahata-Thank you so much sir for believing me . But I am hundred percent sure that Shawn is behind all this. You have to believe me sir……………………….

Mr Fernandez- ( Gives Anahata a look of Irritation) Anahata  please get back to work now………………………………….. I don’t have any more time to waste.

As Anahata steps out of Mr Fernandez’s office………………………. She is seething and grits her teeth in anger.

Anahata- I am going to kill that Shawn……………………………………………………………………………….

To be continued........................

LOVE STORY-Part 5

Anahata met Sanam in the ladies’ locker room. And took an Instant shine to her. It’s Sanams first day in the Academy. She has just joined as an HR executive. The girl is gorgeous to say the least. Stunning actually!!! She is so graceful. And conducts herself so beautifully. Anahata loves her confidence; the way she walks, talks and carries herself is just amazing. She has the poise and grace of a beauty queen. And boy, does she have a body to die for!!! And so professional. She is everything that Anahata wants to be like. They have really hit it off. Sanam has requested Anahata if she can Introduce her to the Marketing team. Anahata is more than happy do so. As both of them enter the Marketing Department; She can sense the Interest of all the boys in Sanam. But obvious she is beautiful!!!!!!!!!! But do they have to behave like Imbeciles????? They are so excited and they are all over Sanam like a rash. How Irritating!!!! And what’s with Zorawar; he is behaving like a total nincompoop in front of Sanam. He is making it so obvious. Isn’t he in a relationship with that girl Ambreen???? What does she care anyway? Let him make a fool of himself. Sanam of course is enjoying all the male appreciation that she is receiving.

Anahata notices that Ryan is very animated with Sanam as well. She can clearly see appreciation for her in his eyes. They seem to be enjoying each other’s company. Sanam is literally lit up like a Christmas tree as she talks to Ryan. He is giving her his full attention. He is standing with Hands-on-Hip pose. Clear sign that he is Interested in her. Sanam also looks coyly at him. Both of them are laughing at something Ryan seems to have said. Anahata rolls her eyes and gives a look of disgust to both of them. Oh god……………………………. Now they are flirting with each other. How Annoying!!! But they do look good together though. Anahata feels a strange sensation in the pit of her stomach. She feels a tug at her heart at all the attention that Ryan is showering over Sanam. What is wrong with her!!!! Why does she care that Ryan is Interested in Sanam. Suddenly Ryan lifts his head and catches Anahata looking at them. Their eyes connect for a moment. Ryan looks at her strangely. Anahata is horrified that she is caught staring at him and Immediately breaks the eye contact between them and averts her eyes. OMG…………. how embarrassing!!! What will Ryan think now. God……………..she always put herself in an awkward position.

Its been a month since that fateful day when she met Ryan for the very first time. He is actually quite a chill guy. Thank God……………he is nothing like Shawn-the dumb ass. He is very easy to get along with. He is very focused. And has no sadistic tendencies like Shawn. He believes in “Live and Let live”. Anahata likes working with him. They get along well. Unlike Shawn he likes a positive work environment where everybody enjoys working with each other. Just the other day Monty and Anahata were having conversation where he mentioned to Anahata that Ryan comes from a very conservative Christian Family .His family is based in Mumbai. He comes from a business family. His family is well off. He could have easily joined his family business but it is his dream to start up his own Marketing firm. He is working at the academy for hands on experience. Anahata is really surprised by this reveal because Ryan has never even given a hint about his social standing. He is always very humble and grounded. Unlike that Shawn who shows off for no rhyme or reason!!!!

Thank the lord, Sanam is finally done with the Introductions. Seriously,Whats up with this girl. Sanam has become Infected with the “Ryan” Fascination Bug!!! She is going on and on about him . Gushing about how good looking, charming and charismatic he is. So masculine. And how his eyes are so hypnotic!!!! And the way he looked into her eyes literally melted her heart. Sanam is now starting to irritate Anahata. Hypnotic eyes?????? What does that even mean???? Anahata grudgingly agrees that Ryan is good looking in a way. He is around five feet ten inches tall, well built, wheatish complexion and has a good body. That’s about it. Nothing to lose your mental balance over!!! He is alright. And what’s the deal with his eyes……………………………………………………………….

Sanam is apparently very excited about something and is trying to attract Anahata’s attention. As usual; Anahata lost in her thinking world suddenly becomes aware of Sanam’s presence and her excitement is palpable.

Anahata:- Whats with you Sanam. Why are you behaving like a crazy person. Seriously are you O.K?

Sanam:-  Guess what Anahata………………………Ryan asked me out for a coffee date!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I Said yes!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anahata:-What??????????????????????? Anahata feels as if someone just punched her in the gut………………………………………………………………………….

To Be continued.......