Siddharth

I was walking towards the lift. I couldn't hold the laugh while thinking about her yesterday's shocked face. I felt a little bad for making her run up and down 30 floors. But the reaction I got after the lift opened was priceless. It was actually fun teasing her. I will see how long you will hold yourself Priyadarshini. I will make you admit that you are Aami. I told myself.

The elevator opened when it reached 10th floor and Josh entered. "Hey. Bro. Why did you come early today?" He asked with a smile. "Just like that. Is there any problem?" I asked annoyingly.

"Oh-uh, Fine, fine, now don't get all railed up. I was just asking." He defended.

"Hey you know Priya was there in the finance dept yesterday. She was running like anything around there." He told. A smile crept to my lips. "She looks cute when she is tensed. I like that about her." He said with a smile. But my smile vanished that moment and jealousy started to rise in me. "What is so cute in that?" I asked annoyingly. "You should have seen her actions yesterday. She was running like P. T. Usha yesterday. I don't know why she was running towards the stairs though." He said laughing.

"Don't you have any work other than checking out my PA?" I asked irritated.

"Whoa. What is it with you? Why are you getting so angry? By the way you were checking out her like she is the only women you have seen when she came for the first day. And now you are saying I am the one checking her out." He questioned me.

"I was not checking her out. Ok. I thought she is someone I know. That's all." I scoffed.

"If you say so." He shrugged. The elevator reached on 58th floor and he went out.

I was walking towards my office. The receptionist greeted me. "Where is Ms. Priyadarshini?" I asked. "She is in her cabin preparing the project report for Mr. Sexsena. She told you have a meeting with him in 1 hour." The receptionist told. I gave her a nod and went inside the office. I heard a knock after 10 minutes. I gave permission to come in.

I looked up when I see a file being placed in front of me. I saw Priya wearing a blue and red formal dress which reached below her knee. She was not looking at me. She looked annoyed. I think she is angry still because of yesterday's prank. "Is there anything wrong?" I asked.

Now she looked at me and answered. "No. Nothing. Hmm. Mr. Sexsena's secretary called. They said they will be coming early. I was about to give you a call but you came early today."

"Oh. When will they reach?" I asked.

"They will be here within 20 minutes." She replied. "Ok. Be prepared thoroughly. Mr. Sexsena is a short tempered man. I don't want him to find any excuses to drop out of this project." I was serious now. She nodded and left.

Mr. Sexsena is the most arrogant men I have ever met. Obviously other than my own brother, no one can match him. Ved was dealing this project and his sudden departure has angered Mr. Sexsena. That's why he asked for a face to face conversation about the project. I hope everything goes as planned.

I still don't know when Ved will return. How did he deal with all these men? I have no idea. I was getting fed up with all the meetings. It is not my cup of tea. I have to take so much work to convince somebody but Ved is very quick in such matters. Mostly, because of his intimidating personality. He knows where to hit to get what he wants.

I went through the file and confirmed the details. My intercom rang and Priya informed me that they have arrived for the meeting. I asked her to take them to the meeting room and got up from the seat. I straightened my suit and buttoned it up. I took the file in my hand walked out of the office room and walked towards the meeting room. When I opened the door I saw Mr. Sexsena smiling and talking with Priya. He was looking relaxed. He was wearing a black and white suit his grey hair was combed neatly. He looked like a gentleman. When they saw me entering they both stopped smiling and he maintained a serious poster.

I went towards him and greeted him properly. "I will get coffee for you both." Priya said and left us alone. I apologised him for Ved's sudden departure and tried to make him understand that it was unavoidable and explained him the project details. "Your PA already gave a description about the project and I'm impressed with your suggestions. I didn't know that Vedant's brother is also as good as him. I can see that you both will take this company really high like your father's wish. Varun was a very good friend of mine." He said smiling. I felt relieved.

The door opened and Priya emerged with a tray carrying two cups of coffee and an envelope. She placed the tray on the table and gave us each a cup of coffee. The she took the envelope and gave it to Mr. Sexsena. He looked confused but still opened it. A smile spread on his face. "Wow. This is awesome. I tried to get an invitation for this exhibition but couldn't get one. How do you know that I like vintage cars?" he asked surprised.

"Ms. Natasha informed me about your hobby of collecting vintage cars. I thought you would like this invitation so I managed to get one from the organizers since the exhibition is taking place in Aryan's convention centre." She said smiling. Wow!! That was impressive. I didn't think about it. She knows how to treat the clients.

Mr. Sexsena smiled and took a sip of the coffee. "You are really impressive. I like you. You will be a good asset to the company. And last but not least the coffee is amazing." He said.

I felt proud. Smiling I brought the cup towards my lips and took a sip. EWWW!! WHAT THE HELL?!! Did she put the whole packet of salt in this cup?!! I was about to spit the coffee back into the cup but I saw Mr. Sexsena looking at me questioningly. Priya was biting her lips to stop her from laughing. I rolled my eyes at her. Suppressing her smile she looked away. I didn't want to create a scene. Mr. Sexsena was very much impressed with her and he was in a good mood. I don't want to spoil it. With great difficulty I gulped the coffee and kept the mug down with remaining coffee.

After a little chit chat Mr. Sexsena got up from the seat and was ready to leave. We shook hands and said our goodbyes. He walked towards the door and Priya followed him. I looked at them and slowly walked towards them. He stopped by the door and said something to her and patted her head. She smiled back. He left and she was also about to leave the room.

I took few long strides and hold her by her wrist. I closed the door with my other hand and spun her around and slammed her back against the door. A gasp left from her. She looked at me startled. I smirked and moved close into her personal space. Her eyes widened with shock. "Sir. Wha.. What are you doing?" she stammered. I was towering her tiny figure with my height. Sweat beads formed on her forehead. I lowered my head; my lips almost touched her ears. I saw goose bumps rising on her skin when my breath hit on her neck. "Did you think that I will let you leave as it is after that stunt you pulled in front of Mr. Sexsena?" I whispered in her ears. Her breathing quickened. "What are you talking about, Sir?" she asked with a low voice.

I scoffed and brought my face in front of her face. Our lips were almost touching. She rolled her eyes at me. "Do you really want me to say what I meant?" I asked in an undertone, looking into her eyes. Her breath become heavy and she gulped. My eyes fell on her lips. She bites her lower lip in nervousness. I was so tempted to taste that plump lips. I held her chin with my index finger and slowly brushed her lips with my thump. They were so soft and gentle.

"I. I am sorry." She said like a whisper. I looked up and saw her eyes. There were tears threatening to fall. "I'm sorry." She said again. She looked like she was pleading. I felt a prick of sadness. That's when I realised how intimidating I looked. I immediately left my hold on her and took a step back. We both looked everywhere but each other. Suddenly she opened the door and walked out fast. I was about to call her but stopped myself.

I sighed and pinched the bridge of my nose. What is it with me? Why am I so different with her? I thought while running my hands through my hair.