Roy Textiles
Adhya and Raghav shared a laugh, exchanging a look that only close friends could understand.
Meanwhile, Adhvik was heading toward Karan's cabin after finishing a meeting. The entire office was at lunch in the canteen area, so the corridors were quiet. While talking on a call, Adhvik stepped into a corner from where the canteen was visible, though he couldn't be seen from there.
His eyes landed on Adhya.
She sat at the center table, Ruhi on one side and Raghav on the other. She was laughing, carefree and beautiful.
A sharp pang of jealousy stabbed through him.
His eyes narrowed at Raghav.
Without realizing it, his hand clenched into a fist.
With a cold expression, he turned and stormed into Karan's cabin.
Inside Karan's Cabin
Karan: "Bhai! Finally! Come, have lunch."
Adhvik sat down, knowing Karan wouldn't eat until he did. He picked at his food absentmindedly, finishing only a little before getting up.
Karan noticed something was off, but wisely chose not to question him. When Adhvik didn't want to talk, no one could make him.
Meanwhile...
Ten minutes before the lunch break ended, Diya sent Eva a message:
"Meet me in private—urgent."
Making an excuse for a phone call, Diya left the canteen. Soon after—
Eva: "Guys, I'll be back in a minute. Carry on without me."
Then Diya messaged Karan. He asked her to come to his cabin. Eva followed silently behind.
As Diya was about to enter, Reema—Karan's secretary—spotted her.
Reema (thinking):That's the new designer, right? Why is she entering Sir's cabin without knocking?
Just then, her phone rang, pulling her attention away. She missed Eva slipping in behind Diya.
Inside Karan's Cabin
Eva: "Yaar, Diu! What's going on? You've been acting weird lately!"
Karan: "Yeah, what's this urgent news?"
Diya (grinning): "I've got something shocking for both of you."
Karan: "Let me guess—it comes with a price?"
Diya: "Of course. One shopping trip. That's the fee."
Karan (groaning): "Forget it."
Eva: "Come on! Tell us already or I'm leaving."
Diya: "Okay, okay. It's about Adhvik bhai."
Both Eva and Karan: "WHAT?!"
Diya: "Yup. Our Mr. CEO is in love."
Eva: "That's it? Big deal."
Then it hit them.
Eva: "Wait... what?! Are you serious??"
Karan: "He told you himself?"
Diya: "Yes. This morning. And the girl... is Adhya."
Karan and Eva both gasped.
Eva: "OMG! She's perfect! She'll be the best Bhabhi ever."
Karan: "But how did Reema treat her today... ugh."
Diya quickly filled them in on what happened in the morning.
Karan: "So Reema misbehaved with Adhya?! I'll make sure she regrets that."
Eva (teasing): "Oh really? I thought you liked Reema…"
Karan (choking): "WHO told you that?! She's just my secretary! I don't even—ugh!"
Eva (laughing): "Rumors are flying everywhere, bro."
Karan (fuming): "I'll crush those rumors myself."
Eva then told Karan what Raghav had revealed earlier.
Karan: "All this happened in my company under my nose? That's it. Reema is done."
Just then, a staff announcement was made—everyone was to report to the auditorium.
Outside Karan's Cabin
As Diya exited the room smiling, Reema spotted her. Moments later, Karan walked out too.
Reema (confused): What's going on?
Reema: "Karan sir, where are you going?"
Karan (coldly): "Reema, don't you know the CEO has called everyone to the auditorium?"
Reema: "Yes, sir, I'm sorry."
Karan: "This better be your last mistake today. Or start preparing your final settlement."
Reema froze.
She had never seen this side of Karan before. Confused and hurt, she blamed Diya for turning him against her.
Reema (in her head):She won't win. I won't let her destroy what I have with Karan, sir.
She walked toward the auditorium, unaware Eva was just stepping out behind her.
Auditorium Hall
Tension filled the air. Why had the CEO suddenly summoned everyone?
Adhya, Ruhi, and Raghav were already seated.
Ruhi (whispering): "Oh my god! That's Adhvik Roy! I've only read about him… he's even more handsome in person."
Adhya, stiffening: "Ruhi… that's the same guy I bumped into this morning."
Ruhi (eyes wide): "What?! Aadu, are you crazy? He's dangerous when angry!"
Adhya: "Let's not panic…"
Diya and Eva arrived and sat near them, trying not to giggle as they watched Adhya's panic.
Adhvik entered the hall. Everyone stood.
He walked up to the podium, scanning the room.
His eyes found Adhya, sitting in the corner of the last row.
He also noticed Raghav beside her, and his jaw tightened.
Adhvik: "Welcome to Roy Textiles. Let me remind you—this company stands for excellence and professionalism. Respect the hierarchy. Know who your seniors are."
Adhya gulped.
Beads of sweat formed on her forehead.
Ruhi: "Aadu, are you okay?"
Adhya (whispering): "I think he was talking to me."
Ruhi (shocked): "He's scary—but insanely handsome. Prince Charming level!"
Adhvik continued, "Roy Textiles is leading a new project. The design department will head it. Everyone from that department will be involved."
Applause broke out.
But Adhya didn't hear it.
Her eyes were fixed on him.
He's on her.
For a second—just a second—his lips curved into a tiny smile. But before anyone could see, he returned to his usual stoic expression.
Meeting Over
As everyone began exiting the hall, Adhya and Ruhi stood to leave.
Suddenly—
Adhvik: "Miss Black Top. Can I have your attention, please?"
Dead silence.
Adhya froze.
Ruhi squeezed her hand. "It's okay. Be brave."
Adhya: "Y-Yes, sir?"
Adhvik (coolly): "Meet me in my cabin."
Adhya: "Yes, sir…"
He turned and walked off.
Adhya followed, heart pounding louder than her footsteps.