Two updates in a day.. am not gonna be around till end of March cause have the final practical exams coming up.. can update only post 29 March.. Sorry but enjoy this chapter before the story starts again

The masked man had a tough time in USA. He had visited all of Shivaay offices and had also enquires with this staff regarding Shivaay visit but no one had clue. His patience was running out. Shivaay jet had come to USA but only for some repairs and renovation. The Idea that Annika was alone with Shivaay had created a havoc in his mind and he was ready to explode. To calm his nerves he had paid a prostitute for the night, the gal was petrified with the way she was handled by the man. She had threatened to complaint but then he had beaten her up and she was too scared. He knew he couldn't be traced as he had used one of his aliases and no one had seen his face.

The trip was a waste of time and he was returning back to mumbai but he had a small smile on his face. His men back home had informed that Shivaay was returning and he knew Annika would be with him so it was time for him to relax and devise his plan to torcher her and this time with more intensity. He had to take the revenge of all the days and he pure evilness reflected in his eyes. He was getting obsessed and this was frightful. He closed his eyes to get into dreams of harassing Annika and a contentious smile adorned his face.

The event that Annika had organised was a  big hit. It was a small community affair but at the same time grand, with games and lunch for everyone, the atmosphere was vibrant with children laughing, dancing, music, there was something for all. The praises were Non stop and Shivaay was very proud of Annika. The smile not leaving her face and the way she was dressed made her look child like at the same time very chic.

The last two days had gone in a breeze, the two had roamed around cycling, strolling in parks and also done some more shopping. Though Annika didn't want Shivaay to buy anything more for her but he was just relentless and had ended up buying some more clothes for her and also helped her choose outfits for Gauri and Saahil.

They had almost done their packing as they were leaving late tonight as tomorrow they need to be in Mumbai. Once home from the party Shivaay had walked into the study to finish a few phone calls. Annika sat on the deep love seat placed near the fireplace to warm herself. Though she also wanted to be back to mumbai but the very thought also scared her. Shivaay had been supportive and believes her but she didn't know if she had it in her to fight this evil.

Shivaay returned only to see Annika staring at the fire, he had called out to her a couple of times but had got no response from her. He walked to her and scooted to her level sitting in front of her. He took her hands in his and that's when she looked up towards him.

"What's wrong Annika? And don't say nothing I can see it clearly".

" Am scared Shivaay, I don't know what's gonna happen once am back". I don't know how to fight this". She stared into his eyes placing her soul open to him.

"Nothing's gonna happen, besides for the next few weeks your gonna be at Oberoi Mansion". She raised her eyebrow questioning him.

"Don't you say no cause it's not mine but Dadi's Order. There is an event which has to be covered. It's the completion of 75 years of Oberoi industries and this is very important to Dadi as it's also Dadaji Birthday and she wants everything to happen under her watch and plus only for you to do it".

She only nodded not thinking too much into it. Shivaay on the other hand breathed a sigh of relief as this gave him more time to deal with the intruder in Annika's life. He had called Dadi earlier to discuss the event.

" Dadi, kaise ho aap?" He asked as soon as he heard the woman say hello on the phone.

"Main Thik Hoon, when are you coming back?"

" Am back tomorrow Dadi, but the reason I called was something else".

"What is it Billu? Why do you sound so tensed? Asked Dadi concerned

Contemplating whether he should tell her the truth or no but then deciding against it, " it's nothing Dadi actually it's 75 years of Oberoi Industries in a week and I want to make it a grand affair but all of it to be done your way, but for that you would have to be available the whole day and am unsure if you could come to office so was just wondering how to handle it?"

Dadi sighed a relief, "Billu you scared me I can't come to office but your office Toh can come to me. I want Annika to handle this event and she can come and stay over at Oberoi Mansion as well, end of discussion and you please don't interfere in this. It's been ages since I have seen her as well". And his face broke into a smile. This is what he wanted and this is what he got. He just said ok and hung up. His work done and now was just to convince Annika.

The flight back to mumbai was a relaxing one. As soon as they had boarded Annika had fallen asleep. This time round she sat next to Shivaay and had dozed off on his shoulder. Her one hand held the sleeve of his jacket and he had just smiled looking at her slowly he placed a kiss on her forehead and she snuggled more into him. He then drifted to sleep awaiting their landing into mumbai.

Don't know how it was but hope you guys like it