The next day brought hope to both the rival families. Ishwari Dixit smiled knowing that today her son would be taking the reins of the Dixit Industries in his hands. Unfortunately for her, she was unaware of what had caused him to take up the CEO position in the company. Raghunath had not filled her in about his plans.

Dev walked down the stairs wearing a perfect white shirt, jet-black suit and trousers, and squeaky clean black shoes. His hair was set properly. His brown orbs held power. He had a smile on his face that could charm any woman. Looking at him, any woman would start drooling. He was a devil in all senses.

"Stay happy!" Ishwari blessed him when Dev bent and took her blessings.

"Thank you, Maa. I am going to be happy from now," Dev said, smirking to himself.

"Dev! Are you ready, son?" Raghunath questioned his son.

"Yes, Dad," Dev gave his dad a grin which Raghunath immediately recognized. Dev had turned into Devil.

His son had taken this revenge to the next level. Be it ethical or unethical, he was now going to accomplish revenge. Raghunath was now helpless. It was true he wanted revenge from the Sharmas, but he did not want his son to harm their family unethically. After all, Blood is thicker than water.

Dev strode out of the house and shouted out to his father.

"Dad! Come quickly. You know that you need to introduce me to your office staff," Dev called out.

Raghunath walked out without saying a word to his wife. Ishwari was perplexed. A frown formed on her face. Her husband had never gone to the office ever like this before. He didn't give her the customary hug and kiss. He didn't even bid her goodbye.

"Good Morning Maa!" Sonakshi chirped.

"Good Morning Sona. Are you ready?" Madhuri asked her.

Sonakshi had worn a crisp white formal shirt and black formal palazzo trousers. She left her hair open. The kohl in her eyes made her look captivating. The lipstick on her lips made her lips have an appearance of soft delicate rose petals. She didn't need to put on any other makeup as her face had a natural glow. She looked stunning would be an understatement. She looked jaw-dropping.

"Yes, Maa! Ready to work as an intern in Dixit Industries," Sonakshi replied to the question her mother had asked.

"Good Morning Angel!" Suraj hugged Sonakshi.

Suraj had named her angel ever since she was born. He was four when Sonakshi was born. He initially didn't understand what she was. He was scared at the sight of the baby who would cry all day with a shrill voice. He used to run away from baby Sona to save his delicate eardrums from hearing her shrill cries.

After a lot of coaxing by Shekhar and Madhuri, Suraj agreed to look at baby Sona. When he held her in his hands, he felt a feeling of possessiveness and protectiveness of the baby in his hands. When he had looked at her face she had given him a small innocent smile and Suraj gave her the name Angel.

"Good Morning to you too, Bhai," Sonakshi reciprocated Suraj's greeting.

"Sona! Did you do your bit of research on Devrath Dixit?" Suraj asked her.

FLASHBACK

Sonakshi took out the research that Meeta had done. She wanted to know what was Devrath Dixit.

DEVRATH DIXIT'S BACKGROUND CHECK

Name: Devrath Dixit

I don't even know why you were made my enemy since my childhood. I have been taught to hate you and I will always continue to hate you.

Father's Name: Raghunath Dixit

Mother's Name: Ishwari Dixit

What was her maternal name? Why doesn't it find a mention here?

Siblings: Neha Dixit

Home Address: Dixit Nivas called Vedamaya, Vasant Vihar.

All the business families reside in Vasant Vihar. Too much elite class in the locality.

Educational Qualifications:

Vasant Valley School (Till Class 12)

He was at my school! 

BBA from Delhi University

MBA from the National Delhi Institute of Management

Relationships/ Affairs:

Relationships- None.

Status- Playboy. Many one-night stands.

Oof! These are the type of men I despise. One-night stands suck. I am not at all impressed by you yet, Dixit. 

Career:

Interned in Dixit Industries for a year.

CEO and founder of own startup Ishwari Enterprises.

Medical Record:

Confidential.

Criminal Record:

None on records.

The biggest joke of the century. How is it possible?

Dream Job: Businessman

Doing his dream job I see.

Dream Destination: Alaska.

Alaska? To do what? Play with penguins?

Languages Known: English, Hindi, French, and Italian.

Hobbies: None revealed.

Such a boring personality.

Favourite Colors: Blue and Black.

Favourite Cuisine: Indian and Italian Cuisine

Favourite Sport: Shooting.

This is no new thing. Shooting is synonymous with killing.

Favourite Actor: None.

Favourite Car: Lamborghini

FLASHBACK ENDS

"Yes, bhai. He is mysterious and confusing. When he is the sole heir to his father's company, he didn't join it till today. Suddenly, he plans to join the company on the day I am joining," Sona spoke.

"Hmm, Suspicious. What else did you find out?" Suraj further questioned her.

"He had started his own company and today he is merging his company with his father's business. He is a smart, cold-hearted, ruthless, and confident businessman. He is also very handsome," she replied humming the m sound.

Suraj's eyes popped when he heard Sonakshi calling Devrath Dixit handsome. Being a possessive brother, he started getting angry seeing his sister calling their rival handsome. Suraj was going to shout at Sonakshi but he calmed himself down. He would never yell at his sister for something this petty.

"Handsome?" He asked Sonakshi raising his right eyebrow.

"Oh Sorry, bhai. Meeta had written it when I had asked her to do a background check on Devrath Dixit," Sonakshi replied.

"Hmm ok. You are forgiven, Sona. By the way, you are looking dazzling. You are making my task of protecting you as an elder brother more difficult." Suraj said smirking at Sonakshi.

Sona grinned and said, "It is your job, big brother. I tie a rakhi on your hand every Raksha Bandhan."

Celebrated as a mark of protection and love between siblings, the festival of Raksha Bandhan is observed with great pomp and show among the members of the Hindu community, especially in India. The sister ties a Rakhi, a decorated thread to her brother's hand. The brother in turn gifts his sister with something special and promises to protect her with his life. 

Suraj sighed. It was impossible winning an argument against Sonakshi Sharma. Sonakshi Stubborn Sharma would be a better name for her.

Three black cars stopped in front of the glass building of Dixit Industries. The front car and the back car had bodyguards. The doors of the middle car opened. Out of the car walked the smart and charming Devrath Dixit, wearing black goggles that were matching with his jet-black suit.

All the female staff started drooling and looked at him with awe. He shot them one of his flirty smiles which sent a few girls into a quake. He walked inside the conference room. All the members of the board except Shekhar Sharma were present in the room.

Raghunath stood up and took a deep breath. He spoke up.

"Dear members of the board, thank you for coming to this important meeting. You all have been a very strong support system in the growth of the Dixit Empire. I hope our relationship remains strong in the future too. Dixit Industries always considers its supporters like family. Let us move into the new phase of the growth of the company.

Today, I, Raghunath Dixit am handing over the Dixit Industries to my son Devrath Dixit. I completely trust my son with my hard work. I have personally trained him and I know that now, he is perfectly capable to take over my position in the company. My son has reached wherever he is by earning everything with his hard work and not with his father's love. Ishwari Enterprises is now merged into Dixit industries. Welcome your new CEO, Devrath Dixit."

Dev stood up as his father called out his name.

"Good Morning to one and all present here. I,  Devrath Dixit, son of Raghunath Dixit am accepting the position of CEO of Dixit Industries. My father has trusted me with the fruit of his hard work. I have seen my father having sleepless nights while making deals for the company. This is my father's blood and sweat. I am not going to let him down.

 This company has grown like me. I was a child when Dad started it. I have played hide and seek in these corridors. I have trained with my father in these cubicles. This company means a lot to me. I will always try my best to achieve success for this company."

Everyone present in the board meeting applauded Dev.

All this while Dev had just one thought running through his mind Where are you, Ms Sharma.? I can't wait to see you. You are needed for the first step of my revenge to begin.

Sonakshi was dropped outside the office by Suraj. She was ten minutes late. She rushed into the building and collided with someone. As soon as she dashed with the person, her body felt different. Feelings that Sonakshi had never known of were present in her.

She felt as if there was an electric current in her body. She felt security in the company of that person. She felt warm internally. She wanted to be with that person.

But then, Sonakshi Sharma was back. Someone had collided with her and not even bothered to say sorry. She got angry. Now, all that she felt earlier got replaced with rage. She was not a snobbish brat but she needed at least an apology.

"If you can't see and walk, then stay at home," She shouted.

"If you don't know how to speak politely, then don't speak," She heard a deep baritone.

She turned to look at the source of the voice. Sonakshi was shocked would be an understatement. She almost went into denial looking at the man in front of her.

It was Devrath Dixit.

Sonakshi was awed by his aura and good looks. She was surprised at how much effect he had on her. 'He is handsome,' her mind said. She saw the look on his face changing. He was angry.

"Sir, I am so sorry," Sonakshi blurted out hoping that an apology would calm him down.

Alas, Dev had other plans. He needed to show her who's boss. He was not going to go easy on anyone who was a target. Be it a woman.

Dev Dixit had never felt for any woman in his life other than his mother and sister. This woman who had collided with him made him truly feel like a man. He turned to look at her. It's Sonakshi Sharma. His mind recognized. Her doe-shaped eyes outlined with kohl were hypnotizing him. He was feeling a sudden urge to kiss her beautiful and delicate rose petal lips. He controlled himself just in time.

"Why are you late?" He asked.

"I am sorry sir. I am new here. My brother had to drop me and he got late," Sonakshi replied, panic evident in her eyes.

"Well, Ms Sharma, you will need to be given punishment for what you have done," Dev said smirking evilly.

Sonakshi's eyes widened in fear. This man is pure evil.

"Sona, you are mine."

Anurag Basu was sitting in his room staring at Sonakshi's photo on his phone. He sighed looking at the beautiful memories he had with her.

He did not like Komolika. She was nowhere close to Sonakshi in terms of beauty, intelligence and behaviour. Moloy forced Anurag into the engagement. He was now the official fiance of Komolika Choubey.

FLASHBACK

Anurag walked into the supposedly happy venue of his engagement with Komolika Choubey. His mother understood his pain, but she would not go against her husband for her son.

"Hey," A soft voice greeted him.

He turned around to see a girl decked up in jewels smiling at him. He did not know who she was. He did not understand how to respond. He had two choices- ignorance or response. He chose the former. Seeing no reply from Anurag, the lady's face wilted slightly.

"I am Komolika," she introduced herself.

He took a full look at her. Komolika was a simple girl. Anurag was internally disappointed. He looked around to see if Sonakshi was there in the hall. To his dismay, his mother informed him that the Sharmas had not been invited as it might hurt Sonakshi. Anurag was doing tasks like a robot throughout the engagement. 

FLASHBACK ENDS

His heart still wanted Sonakshi. He wanted to see her smile and wink at him. Initially, he had only lust for Sonakshi's body. Her innocence and character made him turn from a monstrous playboy into a gentleman. All he wanted was to be perfect for Sonakshi.

He was angry at Moloy for taking his decisions without caring about him. All Anurag Basu now wanted was Sonakshi Sharma.

"I want you and only you," He said while looking at their photos in his phone's gallery.

"Are you ready for the punishment babe?" Dev asked tilting his head a bit, his eyes boring into hers.

The office staff had all gathered around the scene. Some were looking at Sonakshi with pity. Some were fuming at her as Dev had referred to her as 'babe'. Some were mocking her as they knew she was Sonakshi Sharma, daughter of Shekhar Sharma the famous businessman. Sonakshi knew that she had no option. She nodded her head slightly.  Dev was elated. This was what he wanted. Revenge.

"For today, Sonakshi Sharma, you will be my servant. I will give you tasks to complete today. Here is your internship offer letter. Sign it. Tomorrow onwards you can resume your work as an intern," Dev proclaimed while handing it over to her. He had been carrying the letter in his suit pocket in order to give it to her in person. He wanted to warn her in his own method. He played fair.

Sonakshi was horrified. This was not what she had expected. Things had become more difficult for her now.

How cruel her fate had been that it had brought her too close to her enemy!
How bad had her destiny been that she was being tied close to Devrath Dixit, a man she despised because he was her father's rival!
How bad had her luck been that she ended up becoming Devrath Dixit's Personal Servant!

Sonakshi was still frozen at her place. Dev moved forward and hugged her. Sonakshi jerked out of her thoughts and pushed him off herself. She saw him giving his signature smirk.

He again walked close to her and whispered in her ear clearly enough for her to hear,

Welcome to Devil's Hell darling! You can't escape from this place!

WORD COUNT: 2634 Words
DATE UPDATED: 6th Jan 2023

Every man is his own hell.
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