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Friday, October 26, 2012

Chapter 8 - Perception of Deception??

Gitu tapped away on her laptop. The sandwich place was full with business types, suited and ready to impress their corporate bosses. A few of them noted her and nodded in her direction that she mostly ignored. She made quite a statement with her glossy long hair and shiny apple cheeks, an exotic beauty who was quite used to unsolicited attention from men. NK entered the bakery and immediately spotted her. She waved at him.


He grabbed the chair next to her.

“Order something, its lunchtime or do you Greek Gods don’t feel hungry?” she chirped away without leaving the email she was typing away. NK peeked into her laptop and she promptly shut it. “Bad manners” she quipped frowning her brows and set her laptop aside.

“Well, I don’t eat sandwiches, hate that crap. What I really want to eat is a big, juicy, gooey…” he began his description of a burger, forcing Gitu to change the subject.

“I wanted to talk to you about Khushi.” She interrupted him.


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“Sure, anything I can help with.” He sat back and locked his eyes with her.

“Is she ok? I mean is she safe? I worry for her, she is the only friend I have. And..” her words trailed when he held her hands and pressed them gently in reassurance.

“She will be fine. She has ASR protecting her. Of all the agents in the world, she couldn’t have asked for a better man to be with her.” He smiled flashing his dimple. Gitu was momentarily distracted, then she cleared her throat and continued.

“I understand. But she said they were followed and I am just worried that the safe house is not safe at all. Perhaps, she should be with her family. Where is this safe house? It just seems a bit farfetched to take her to Door. How long can they stay away? I can’t even reach her today. I tried calling many times.” She fidgeted with the spoon on the table and appeared genuinely worried.

NK was not happy that Gitu knew as much as she did. She knew that ASR and Khushi were tailed last night and she knew that they were located in Door County. 

Breach of safety procedures. How did it slip ASR’s notice?

“You should not have to worry about her. Our best security detail is shadowing them. She is safe, Gitu” He lowered his voice and assured her once more.

Gitu liked the sound of NK’s words. She told herself she worried too much about her friend. Khushi was a delight and had saved her ass one too many times during their college years. It was only fair Gitu paid her back in full for all the generosity Khushi had showered on her. In kind, she smirked.

NK caught the curious expression. “Anything interesting?”

“No, not really. I was just thinking….” She shifted uncomfortably in her seat. He noticed her eyes search around the room as if looking for something or someone. He leaned forward and asked once more, “Are you expecting someone?”

“No, just you. Errrm…I was wondering….If you’d be free for dinner tonite.” She puffed her breath out and looked away. NK could not help but smile. She had just asked him out and he kicked himself for not picking the signals.

“Tomorrow?

"Umm, on call, how about day after?" she perked up.

"Day after. 7 pm? I will pick you.” His beguiling smile took away any awkwardness Gitu had felt moments ago. It was agreed, they had a date.

She stood up to leave. They parted ways outside the sandwich place. Gitu had a definite bounce in her steps, things were falling into place once again. She fished out her cell from a huge hobo she carried and called someone.

“Mission accomplished” She smiled wickedly and slipped the phone back into her purse. 

Her mind raced with possibilities, because her interest in Khushi could not be easily explained. She could not begin to share it with anyone, least of all NK. The years of shame, lack of self-worth, had made her resolute and single minded in her pursuit. Khushi was indeed a dear friend, one she cared tremendously about, however, she was also a means to an end that Gitu never let herself forget. 

Using NK to get what she wanted was a small price to pay for her eventual goal. She was genuinely fond of him just as she was of Khushi, but she had to keep her secret from him and eke out from him the whereabouts of Khushi. 

A girl had to do what she had to do to survive. She could not afford it any other way.

*****

“What the fuck, ASR? I have half the bureau following this case and your lady love goes around announcing her whereabouts. Are you so dumb that you forgot the protocol? ” Kevin Calhoun blasted ASR on the phone as he pounded the pavement laden with dry bits of salt. 

The city had scraped the last bit of snow leaving a white residue and build-up of salt everywhere. “ASR, another episode and I may have to remove you from the case.” The last words carried enough threat in them to snap ASR out of good manners.

“Fuck you, Kevin. You know you can’t get anyone better than me to work on this case. So you don’t fucking threaten me, because if I am not on this, you got nothing. I am not blinded by anything. It was an honest mistake on her part and I will make sure it doesn’t happen again.” ASR reasoned.

“Honest or not, make sure this is not repeated. By the way, are you fucking her by any chance? Need I remind you the last time you got personally involved, the consequences weren’t pretty.” Kevin barked into the receiver.

“Shut up, man! You know I won’t compromise the project.” ASR barked back. “Do we need to move from here?”

“Let me have NK recon the area. If we see something, we can decide then.”Kevin disconnected the call. ASR paced his room fuming at Kevin. How did Kevin figure out the breach? NK, Dammit! 

He dialed NK’s number.

“NK! What the fuck is your problem? You couldn't have informed me first. You had to tattle tale”
“Yo! Bro, hold on. I was just doing my job. Now, if you haven’t forgotten yours, tell your lady love to stop informing every one of your whereabouts.”

“Why does everyone call her my lady love! She is not my lady love, dammit. And shut up, alright.” He disconnected the call. It was beyond him - the gross assumptions his bureau made about him. 

If he were not careful, he would be pulled off the case, it was not lost on him. The last time he took personal interest and got this involved, the consequences were fatal for Lana. He could not repeat the mistake. Lana was not in his personnel files because Kevin had made sure none of it ever appeared in his file, but Kevin had every reason to worry about him. 

Not ever, not again!

*****

Shyam threw his scrubs into the laundry hamper and shut his locker. He was exhausted and desperate to have a word with Khushi. She had all but shut him out of her life and he could not afford that. His phone buzzed and he checked the number. 

Damn!

“Hello, didn’t I tell you not to call me, ever! What do you want?”

The voice on the other side sounded angry and muttered some expletives. Shyam responded with his signature venom, “Well, I know where she is. And she is safe there. You don’t have to inform me about Khushi. Listen, you do this one more time and you get us all in trouble. Do you understand? So stop right now.” 

The phone clicked on the other end after few heated exchanges.

“Damn!” he knew he could not lose Khushi, not with everything that was at stake for him. He could not afford a wrinkle in his plans. He knew his every move was under scrutiny and anything he did could stack the odds against his chances. He called another number on his phone.

“Yes, listen, the chick is creating trouble again. Keep a close watch on her, will you?” Next, he texted Khushi because she refused to take his call.

Khushi, where are you? I want to come and meet you.

He did not trust the FBI agent, ASR. He felt there was something odd about that man, something personal that made him unpredictable. Shyam was very uncomfortable with the idea of khushi spending time alone with ASR far from any contact with civilization.  He only hoped Khushi knew how to keep secrets, even their dark little shared secret.

 *****

ASR marched into the cottage and found Khushi on the sofa sipping her morning cup of coffee.

“We need to talk.” He thundered as he rushed in. She shot him a glance and immediately knew something was wrong.

“What’s the matter? Are we in trouble again?” She stood up and pushed her hands into her pocket.

“We will be if you don’t stop letting the whole world know where we are!” he grabbed her shoulders and shook her gently, “Did you text our whereabouts to your family?” he seethed.

She looked confused and shocked. 
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“That’s just it. We had the protocol described to you. And you go right ahead and do what pleases you.” He raked his hair in exasperation.
“Hand me your cell phone. Now.” He retorted harshly and extended his hand for the phone.

Her indignation was writ all over her face. She pulled out her cell from her jean pocket and thrust it into his hands. She marched to the front door but paused before exiting.

“You didn't have to shout at me. My life just turned topsy-turvy. I am not sure I even need this fucking protection.”

She gripped the door before her next words came tumbling in a wail, “I don’t care if I die really, I don’t. So, I called my friends and family and you can shove the secret of the Sabres up yours and see if I care.”

She slammed the door behind her. The morning chill hit her tear streaked face as she marched into the woods hitting a trail. She needed fresh air to clear her head and she needed to be away from him. He confused her. Last night she had felt a connection with him, a bond that she had not felt with any human being in a long time.

How dare he tell her what to do and what not to do! Wasn’t Shyam enough of an obnoxious presence in her life, she didn’t need another overbearing male in her life to tell her what to do. She had spent a life time wanting nothing more than to please her loved ones, Mom, Dad, Payal, and Molly, and later Shyam. All she wanted was their happiness, to fit in, to feel included and to stop living on the edges. She was finally figuring it out albeit inadvertently aided by Shyam, the mystery of Sabres came crashing into her life. She didn’t care for protection.

If I die today, I would be happy. 

More tears rolled down her cheeks as she walked briskly deeper in the woods. The mushy dead leaves left slippery footprints behind her and fallen pine cones crunched under the fury of her steps.

*****

ASR felt pathetic. He had hurt her without explaining why it was important to be secretive. The story of Sabres and his involvement in it had colored his approach. He wanted to get the mafia but he began to realize he could not do it to the detriment of Khushi’s feelings. Perhaps, it was time to explain to her why the case meant so much to him and why they must maintain utmost secrecy at all times. He decided to come clean with her and ran out of the cottage. He stood on the cabin porch and looked around. She was nowhere to be found.

Khushi was still fuming when she heard crushing of leaves behind her. She froze in her path. She turned slowly to check the trail behind her. There was no one.

“Hello? Anybody there?” her shaky voice echoed in the lonely woods. The dead silence was only broken by the shushed whispers of pine needles. She began tracing her steps back.

Oh Shit!

She immediately realized her mistake. There were 5 different trails criss crossing the woods and she was not sure which one led her back to the cabin. She paused to think hard and decided to take the one in the middle. She began tracing her steps back when she heard the noise again. She turned swiftly to watch her back.

“Hello! Who’s there?” the woods were silent again. 

She began shaking as a drop of sweat formed on her back dripping down her spine to the seams of her corduroy jeans. She pulled her jacket closer and made a sprint for the trail. The wintry dry thicket crushed under the anonymous footsteps, chasing her on her heels. She sprinted forward with all her might, slipping a couple of times on the decayed leaves, scrambling up and running again. The footsteps followed matching her tempo.

The air filled with her breathless pants as she struggled to breathe. 

“Aaaaarnav!” she screamed with as much air as she could draw into her lungs. She stole a glance behind her but there was no one. She could hear the broken twigs and crushed branches as the chaser kept up with her a few paces behind, hiding in the winter brush. 

“Aaaaarnav!” she screamed again as she dashed forward. A thick, low hanging branch appeared out of nowhere and she hit the ragged bark with full force. She lost her footing and fell on the wet undergrowth. 

And then everything went dark.



66 comments:

  1. What a fantastic update....

    When I read the last update, I was wondering if you had intentionally overlooked the fact, she called/messaged everyone close to her as such things could be traced, but you covered that in this update. I like the meticulous manner in which the update is present, so relatable and readable.

    It is a web of deceit and no one can be trusted, every single one has an ulterior motive, every single one.

    Thank you for this update, good way to start the day at work.

    - Kalyaani (IF)

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  2. Damn this is getting very intriguing. All of the characters are not what they seem, everyone is playing their own little game. Kushi and Shyam's secret scares me.

    How can you stop at the point at which you did?

    Can we have another update this weekend? Pretty please!

    NB

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  3. OMG!! seriously no body can be trusted!! everybody has a secret!! It about time when it comes out!!
    Amazing update dear... to much of suspense... It killing!! baap of thrillers so to speak!!

    waiting for next update....

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  4. lovely update.... khushi's mistake could get them both killed but arnav should have been more circumspect in the way he put it across... everyone seems to have a secrett agenda and it's becoming more and more difficult to know who to trust! now khushi has hurt herself again, hope arrnav reaches herr in time! nice cliffhanger!

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  5. Intriguing ...
    everyone seems to be playing a game ...
    Shyam has his own secret and so does Gitu ... all connected to Khushi ...
    God knows who is upto what ...
    Really keen to know the dark secret that Shyam and Khushi share ...
    Beautifully written ...

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    1. Love the music selection ... you have a knack to choose the perfect score for the scene ...
      Loving the thriller ;)

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  6. Hi SJ...
    WTF just happened :O Is Gitu involved with the Mafia?? Is Shyam the treacherous git???? FUCK, this is all so mysterious, I'm totally loving the thrill, i hope Arnav gets to Khushi in time, why the heck did she leave the cottage alone!!!! OMFGGGG, Bad Bad CLIFFHANGER dude, Can we pleaseeeee have an update soon, the curiosity is killing me :/
    update soonish, pleaseeee SJ
    tc, love
    JIA (Pinkss)

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  7. Hi....just read the entire story in one go....So happy to have found this fic with its mystery, romance and action...looking forward to an entertaining adventure.

    Sharyn

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  8. The title to the chapter is telling - who is really trustworthy? Gitu, nk, Kevin, Shyam? Even Arnav or khushi? It's pretty hard to tell and that makes your story eve more engrossing. The dynamic between Arnav and khushi gets more tangled - the tension and fear adding to the already teeming undercurrents between them. Looking forward to the next chapter.

    Amrita

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  9. U did it again. edge of the seat suspnse. chewing myy nails out here, Shyam, Gitu, Sashi. NK, who is it? each has his/hers own dark secret linked to kushi. And Arnav, oh God , when he put it that way, and he has his own inner deomns to battle.. Poor khushi. I need to know.!!!!! will stalk like crazy!!!!

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  10. U did it again. edge of the seat suspnse. chewing myy nails out here, Shyam, Gitu, Sashi. NK, who is it? each has his/hers own dark secret linked to kushi. And Arnav, oh God , when he put it that way, and he has his own inner deomns to battle.. Poor khushi. I need to know.!!!!! will stalk like crazy!!!!

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  11. Khushi's trivial mistake seems to have cost them a lot..So Gitu is shady too...I liked NK's tacit approach...have a feeling that it is Arnav who is close on Khushi's heels..the pace is so fast and you always leave us contemplating what would happen later...

    Impatient for the next..as always!!!

    Aanchal

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  12. I simply adore this ff. I have always adored mystery story and this one very amazing. So fast paced, and so many lies. AHH..So glad I discovered this one. Exceptionally good, somehow reminds me of James Patterson's books.
    Keep writing. You're good.
    -MagicalKash(IF)

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  13. wow the suspense!!really cant wait....

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  14. Ahhh a cliff hanger! This is so thrilling, you have to continue soon. :D
    -choco_123

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  15. Oh man what is this? Who is the bad guy here? i dont understand anyone!
    nice updt!
    latha

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  16. A mysterious and beautiful update.......every were grey, whom to be trusted? all have their own motives. Poor k, Shes so naive to be a puppet in hands of these people.

    and what has happened at the end.........cliff hanger!!!!!

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  17. hahaha

    evil laugh!

    I want to write you a detailed one but only after i read about the NK Gitu date.

    Longing for virtual action

    hahaha

    Love
    Gitu

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    1. you betta my girlie! I am counting on it. Gitu finally gets some. And show me some love. bwahahahaha

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    2. Snitch alert!
      If I were get involved in some sabre related fiasco and my life is in danger and I'm being helped by a very hot agent, I'm never telling you of my whereabouts Gitu.
      :-)

      NB

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    3. Agent NK...eyes on Gitu....Gitu eyes on Prize.....Lanas got her eys on ya both......

      ze loverz however...they got a whole other thing coming.....if Lana has to rest in peace....


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  18. OMG!who all r actually against her. makes me wonder. loved the update.

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  19. Read tow updates at once. It's so thrilling! I don't know whom to trust. Everybody has some shady secrets. Dying to read further; please, please, Please update soon :)

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  20. OH God.Everyone has their own secrets and no one can be trusted right now. I'm hoping it's Arnav that's behind her.

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  21. WHOA! What suspense man! Even Gitu?
    Can anyone be trusted? Poor Khushi!

    Awesome update!! Can we get another this weekend? Puhleej?

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  22. Oh gawd....everyones a bad guy here...everyone gad a motive....
    A girls best friend cant be trusted either.....
    NK us getting scary too,......hope Gitu diesnt end uo taking advantage of his interest in her albait unknowingly.

    SHYAM he's always been a vad guy.....n here he is a bad guy too yet he gas a genuine concern for Khushi.....or is that just a facade???

    Man the plot is thickenning n getting interesting my the update.....hope to see the next update soon...

    Gituji, still hoping to see Akash's entry with u know who....lolz

    Avni (Highonshows, IF)

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    1. Hi Avni - Its an honor to be called Gitu, given I've gotten to know outside of IF what a sterling human being she is . But, I am SJ :)

      Take care and keep reading and adding your lovely comments. I enjoy them a lot!

      SJ

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    2. many apologies for the confusion,......i apprently read her stories too and got it all mixed up. So pls do forgive me for an honest mistake.

      SJ is it from now n on......its going to be totaly easy for me to remember as my sisters initials are the same,.....Smruti Jadav, SJ.

      Looking fwd to next update eagerly.

      Avni (Highoshows IF)

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  23. It's a bloody masquerade!
    Who's who, who's after what, the good, the bad-- the curiosity brews more with each update!
    Gitu and NK- The 'click' is so there. But who did Gitu call? -.-
    Shayam- of course, why wouldn't he be involved.
    ASR and Khushi- Running in circles. Be it custody/ protection, be it feelings.

    It's like I'm reading a freakin Agatha Christie novel, only more whipping!
    Love the intricate web you're weaving.

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  24. That was a surprise ..Gitu!
    Shyam ..Kinda expected...
    Who can be trusted in this chase??
    Loved the update!

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  25. So no one can be trusted?!

    Correct me if I'm wrong, towards the end I felt a bit like Shyamu cares. Or maybe not. Grrrr.

    And you stopped there! Again!

    Explosive update!

    Thank you!
    JerryTheMouse - Sachi.

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  26. Oh my... Now Gitu is also after something. I hope she doesn't break NK's heart. I always knew that Shyam was up to no good. Poor Khushi, she doesn't understand why she is stuck in this maze with ASR as her only ally.

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  27. fantastic update
    drunkiiebabe

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  28. fab updates :)

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  29. Hi SJ,
    Everyone's a suspect! Poor Khushi so many traitors but I am sure that Arnav will kiss and make it better for her!
    Curious about Lana and her asking Arnav to marry her when she was shot! I'm sure you will explain in due course.
    I gather Khushi is most likely a Rajkumarie and her estate is what's paying for Sasi and his family to live.

    Very good story, loads of excitement and suspense and visuals that can drive the imagination into overdrive! An eight pack! He is deadly with just a six pack! My imagination is running wild just thinking of how he looked in that towel!Protective custody never sounded that good!

    Take care,

    Maya
    Toronto

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  30. Just read last few updates. Amazing, loved it.
    I really like how ASR and Khushi are getting attracted to each other. It's fun to see them trying so hard to control their sexual desire bwahaha. Btw I hope it was ASR who was following Khushi.
    So, ASR had a gf who died in their mission. Ouch, I don't want the same for khushi :( However when I read the part where ASR told khushi that he will protect her till his last breath, I kinda felt like he will die at the end of the story. Oh noooo!!! Think positive, think positive (telling myself)
    God, all of them has secret man. So complicated. Gitu is hiding sth, Shyam n Khushi shares a secret, ASR has a past which khushi does not know, Sasi and Garima's secret about Sabres, uffff. Omg!! They all are so cryptic.

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  31. interesting n confusing.i really didnt get wat gitu is upto.shyam,he is not an altogether mystery but i hv some doubts abt the secret bwn him n kushi.does kushi really dont knw abt the sabres???arnav n kushi will hv to open up if they r to maintain things.

    i liekd the pic of the cottage.it was cute.cant imagine arshi spending time in tht house.hope along with the tension n excitment romance wud also hv ample scope:)

    daljeet

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  32. deception everywhere - wicked games

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  33. What a mystery you have set up. I am not sure who should I trust. Everyone has something they are hiding. Wonder where Khushi and Arnav fit into all this.

    His previous charge lost her life because he let his emotions get a hold of him. He does not want to repeat the mistake with Khushi. So the outburst on her is more of his way of keeping his emotions in check. But he is already late isn't it. She has kind of made a place in his heart.

    As the story unravels I can't wait to see how the secret unfolds.

    Rachel.

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  34. Gitu came as a shock... I really hope that was Arnav behind her...This story is amazing and i am loving the action packed suspense:)
    -Arnavkijalebi IF

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  35. A stunning chapter as ever. Khushi's confusion, couldn't have been written more perfectly. And love the music collection.

    mistyrains

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  36. fantastic update SJ....
    m loving this ff of urs.... its so exciting n thrilling yar....


    huny.thebest

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  37. This is so damn scaring...
    No one can be trusted.....Gitu what's with her..OMG! I thought she is very good friend of her but we still don't know the whole truth so can't tell anything about either...
    I am so sorry for Khushi....she is really in BIG mess...away from her parents, friends actually her life. she is so damn confused..
    even with mafia and ASR......
    Now can ASR make it? Khushi is unconscious....
    please update soon.....i am so curious...
    By the way beautiful update SJ
    arshiyana (IF)

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  38. Damn!! No one can be trusted!! Each and every one of them has an ulterior motive.....which is yet to be revealed!!
    What did you just do here!! This is seriously amazing writing!! :D :D :D :D

    Gitu is using NK!! Shyam's obviously involved too...
    Everything reeks of deception....though who exactly caused it is another matter altogether...

    Khushi and Arnav need to calm down and talk to each other....Please tell me that was Arnav following her outside...please??
    Poor Khushi...she's been dragged into this mess without any fault of hers....

    Great writing again!!
    - raomedhz (IF)

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  39. Hi SJ, at each update of this story, I am at loss for words to express my feelings, its a weird feeling! so much mysteries...but definitely i cant stop stalking, hoping and wondering in each update Why khushi is being so much being haunted...what are the secrets...you definitely paint it beautifully,...the aura, tempo, set up of this story is amazing..each character is specially molded for their motives..I was hoping Gitu was positive shade..but the latest update makes me wonder..i would be following...do keep me at the edge of my seat! love ya!

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  40. can't wait to see what happens next...update fast please...:))

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  41. wow this is getting really interesting

    i am loving the thrill and suspense in it..seriously everyone is under the scanner right now and nobody can be trusted..Arnav and Khushi just need to stick together for this hell.

    -Smarties-

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  42. I read two updates at a go...and they were fab thrilling updates! Of course as usual! I was so scared when Khushi was talking to everyone about her whereabouts, my mind was screaming for her to stop! Poor girl though...all of a sudden she has been dragged into this entire mess...and I'm sure it is terribly difficult to deal with it all...

    Also....sooo many twists in the story, what is Gitu up to? And the a***** Shyam! SJ your writing pace is awesome...it is leaving me on the edge of my seat while I read! Loving it!

    ASR & Khushi's kiss encounter was hotttt....the tension in the air was thicker than ever..you capture the entire scene beautifully!

    Waiting for the next!! :D

    Rayolight

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  43. Oh dear god.. Khushi is in some deep trouble isn't she ? Everyone ..her parents , fiance , even her best friend is conspiring against her ...hope Arnav can keep her safe ..

    Eagerly awaiting the next update ...

    Soumya

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  44. Thanks for the PM. I did not get the first one but did get the one you sent a couple of days ago.

    So I read all eight chapters in one go and loved it, loved, loved it. This is a different genre from TFS and yet it has your unmistakable storytelling stamp. Its gripping, fast paced and very very mysterious.

    Khushi is such an innocent and trusting soul and so hungry for love. It seems as if everyone is using her, Gitu, Shyam and even her parents apparently have their lifestyle because of her. Sasii and Garima honestly appear to care for her and love her and I wonder if she would not be better equipped to deal with the dangers she faces, if they would tell her the truth....whatever it is.

    ASR and Khushi chemistry is in full force and I am enjoying it.

    Anamika100

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  45. Ok everyone has a motive when it comes to Khushi... and this cannot be a coincidence... It was a beautiful update and I cant wait to see what happens next.

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  46. Fantastic update :)
    Khushi is surrounded by a web of deceit....no one can be trusted except ASR !
    Waiting for the next update
    thealk(IF)

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  47. Thanks. Fantastic update.
    Is there anybody in khushi's life who does not want something out of her.
    I do feel that if Arnav gets emotionally involved, then he might make that extra jump but the whole decision of whether that jump was necessary or in the right direction might be questioned.

    A

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  48. Oh my...what an update...bits of everyone...whom to believe? This is turning out to be a suspense thriller :)

    nam_adi

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  49. Yet to read the last few updates but could you please fix the mobile layout for the blog? The bg is a big distraction and making it harder to read. Please, if ain't too much of a hassle?

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  50. Brilliant! Love that there are so many agenda's going on...keeps the suspense alive and kicking!

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  51. What a web of deceit...I don't know who Khushi can trust. She did not tell Gitu about being followed, did she? I even went back to the chapter where she messaged Gitu after reaching the cottage, but couldn't find it. Hope it's not her. What a blow it would be to find out that your best friend, someone you trust with your life, is plotting to harm you.
    And Shyam? Somehow, although he appears to be a creep, I doubt he's involved with the Mafia. Seems to much of a coward for that. There's some other secret here.
    SJ, the music you choose sets the mood really well.

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  52. Gitu???? Really??? That was unexpected, though i'm not sure that she's a negative aspect in K's life. Shyam & K sharing a dark secret is also not what i was expecting at all. This update is full of surprises & i'm really looking forward to the revelation of each of the characters real involvement in K's life. Very interesting turn of events...

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  53. No one seems above suspicion. Waiting to read more.

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  54. Khushi was being a brat..and see where her carelessness landed her..
    Gitu , shyam , everybody seems to have see ulterior motive..is lana,a spinoff of lavanya...

    Peepli

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  55. Oh no! I was hoping Gitu wouldn't be involved in all this..best friends are more sacred than anything else. On the other hand I still don't think NK is involved..

    Hope K is ok..though I think her shortsighted decision to blab about her location to all and sundry is going to get her in trouble..

    -Pallavi

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  56. Amaingg updatee i simply loved it !!:)wonder what happens to khushi ??

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  57. Gitu too?
    OMG
    And what secret is kkg talkn abt

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  58. What is Shyam's secret?? N what is Gitu doing?????

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  59. Wow did I say the mystery deepens on the last update, what an understatement!!!

    Now every single person is a suspect or has something to hide & have no idea now who is friend & who is foe!!!

    Even NK didn't live up to friend by not pre-warning ASR before SNITCHING to the boss, could he also be the mole???

    All I can say, curiouser and curiouser!!!

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