𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 ✓

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|NEXT MORNING|

ARYAN POV :

I was coming downstairs after getting ready for a client meeting, Arya stopped me, commenting, "Wow, wow, where are you going, being this dressed up?" Her curiosity was evident in her tone.

I couldn't help but feel annoyed by her playful remarks. "Uhh, this girl" I thought to myself.

She continued, "Are you going on a date with someone?" Her excitement was palpable.

I replied matter-of-factly, "With Aditi."

Arya's eyes lit up with enthusiasm. "Wow, good! Keep going. You're finally making a move. Uh,  finally Mr.Roy using his brain" she exclaimed.

I couldn't help but think, 'This young girl.' I answered her in annoyance, "Little miss, stop your brain from overthinking."

I made my way towards the door, saying, "It's a client meeting."

|AT LAW FIRM|

Aditi has just finished giving a presentation and presenting her research. The room fills with applause, and the client, Mr. Shekawat, speaks up, expressing his appreciation, "Mr. Roy, I really like your presentation and the effort you put into research and collecting evidence in our favor. But..."

Aryan inquires, "But... what, Mr. Shekawat?"

The client continues, "I don't think I can let you have my case."

Aryan presses further, "Is there any specific reason?"

Mr. Shekawat replies, "Look, Mr. Roy, I do believe in your fighting spirit, and your achievements are exceptional. But I am an old man with old principles and ethics. I want my case in the hands of someone who has a family, a married man, not someone with a playboy personality, who might could work against me in the future. I hope you understand. I can't risk."

Aryan listens carefully but tries to argue, saying, "But, sir..."

The client interrupts firmly, "No 'buts,' Mr. Roy. This company is my life's investment, and I need someone serious, especially since this case is a serious matter."

With that, Mr. Shekawat concludes, "Now, I need to leave."

Aryan nods in understanding, though he can't help but feel the weight of the client's decision.

***

The maid approaches Arya and says, "Mam, this is for you."

Arya's eyes light up with excitement as she asks, "What's this?"

The maid replies, "This was sent by Mr. Aryan Shahab. They said to give it to you and get ready by 8 pm. "

Arya, curious, asks, "Why?"

The maid simply responds, "For some party. They'll pick you up. by 8 pm."

***

|AT THE OFFICE,7 PM|

ARYAN POV :

Aditi leaned in, her eyes locking onto mine. "Aryan, this case could make or break us. If you don't step up, Mittal will take it."

"I'm aware," I said, feeling the weight of the situation.