Part 2
### Chapter 1: THEME & CHAPTER 1
Disclaimer :
I am a person who believes in freedom of religion. I have included my personal opinion regarding the religious situation in India. Again, I am reiterating that its my personal opinion.
Second, some reader is saying that what I have written about divorce causes misunderstanding and I don't have proper knowledge of divorce. I am a law student, completed my bachelors-I know all about divorce that is their to know. While working with an NGO for women, I have firsthand seen what women have to face.
-Let me make this very clear. Divorce in India is legal, this is common understanding but the atrocities and rival shaming that divorcee women in India has to go through is not hidden from anyone. (And don't attach it to religion)
-Let me explain the spirituality point of marriage. In almost all religions marriage is considered sacred but in the subcontinent region the spirituality context of marriage is way higher and as per few scholars this causes an unconscious bias against divorce.
And when it comes to divorcee women in rural areas, if she is with a child, she is forced to abandon that child for her second marriage incase she does not have any means of livelihood, she has to forcefully take this step.
So, it does not spread negativity, it sheds light on what women have to go through. What this book is mentioning is not even 1 % of what the divorcee women have to go through.
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Female Protagonist: Sanjana Kashyap--24y
Profession: IAS Officer, Posted in Jodhpur, Rajasthan
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Male Protagonist : Akshay Singhania--28y
Profession: CEO & Owner- Singhania Corporation, Mumbai, India
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Chapter-1
10:00 o' clock
26th September 2015
District Collector Office
Jodhpur,Rajasthan
Every single person working in the office was on their toes, trying to arrange each and every single thing perfectly as the District Collector of Jodhpur district will be arriving with the MLA in almost 15 minutes.
The meeting will be held between the executive officer and a part of state legislature with the objective of opening of 20 schools in district for the girl child.
Jodhpur even though is a developed city but the villages under this district are still backward and the rate of the education for girls is very low.
So, to improve the literacy rate of the girls in district this meeting was held.
At exact 10:15, a beautiful woman entered the office accompained by a 52 year old politician decked in white kurta-payjama.
"Sir, Welcome to DC's office." The woman greeted professionally.
"Thank you, Ms. Kashyap."
"Sir, thanks to you for taking out time to come for this meeting."
"Its a noble cause, Ms. Kashyap, so I have to come."
"Absolutely Sir, your social works are indeed prominent and will definitely help you in fetching the votes for the upcoming elections."
"You can count votes as additional benefit of my passion of helping people."
"Yes sir, so can we start our discussion?"
"Let's do this." Replied the MLA.
After a detailed discussion of 2 hours, the location, budget and infrastructure was decided.
The woman escorted the politician out and thanked him profusely for his contribution in the task.
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Sanjana's POV:
"Sanjana, your mother is trying to call you from past 20 minutes." My assistant informed me.
"Thanks Jyoti, I will call her after completing the paper work, it will take half an hour max."
"Ma'am." With that she left.
I started doing the paperwork but is interrupted by Jyoti.
"Jyoti, my mother? " I questioned even after knowing the answer. My persistent mother does not have patience.
"Yes, she is on the line." She handed me phone while replying to my question.
"Thank you, Jyoti you can go on your lunch break."
With that she was out.
"Good Afternoon Mumma, how are you?" I greeted my sweet mum. She, my dad, my brother, his wife and my elder sister lives in Delhi.
My father, brother and my bhabhi work in MNCs while my elder sister is completing her masters. My mother is a school teacher. I am youngest in the family and unmarried among us three.
My brother - Siddhanket is 30 and married to his wife- Kavya for almost 5 years. My sister Shivika is studying to be a professor and is married to Nandesh Sharma who is a doctor by profession and is a resident of Chandigarh. My sister is staying in Delhi for completing her education.
"I am trying to reach you for an hour but what I can do when my daughter does not have time for me?" My mother taunted me.
"Mama, I am sorry. I was in an important meeting with M.L.A. "
"I see. When are you coming home?" She asked me.
"It depends. As soon as my work will be finished I will board the flight. You just handle Kavya."
"I understand, don't worry I will talk to Kavya. Y finish your work."
We bid our byes and with that I hanged up the phone. I called Jyoti in my office and instructed her to complete all the work by today only.
Fortunately, Iwas finished by 8:00 in the evening and it was all thanks to my colleagues for extra hours they put in.
Now, I will be able to catch the morning flight and attend Kavya's baby shower. Yes, she is pregnant and soon there will be an addition of new member in our family.
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08:00 o'clock
27th September 2015
Domestic Terminal
Indira Gandhi International Airport
New Delhi
India
I landed at airport and was booking a cab on my phone when I collided with a lady decked in an expensive sari.
The collision between us resulted in scattering the papers she was carrying in her hands.
"I am so sorry. I was not paying attention while walking." With that I immediately scoot down to collect papers and give it to her.
"No problem, young lady but next time be careful."
"Absolutely, it was a lapse of judgement on my part and from next time I will refrain from repeating the same mistake."
"By the way, I am Neelanjla Singhania."
"Sanjana Kashyap, Ma'am." And with that we departed our ways.
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14:00 o'clock
Singhania Mansion
Mumbai
Neelanjla Singhania was sipping her cup of tea when she suddenly remember the girl who collided with her. That girl was beautiful, innocent but at same time smart, confident and strong.
The way she handled was elegant and classy. It can be easily deduced that she is well educated.
She immediately dialed the number of her son's trusted security advisor Alex Jameson.
"Alex, I need you to find me information. I only know her name and residing place. "
"It will not be a problem but it can take 2- 3 days."
"Okay, I want you to find each and every information available about Sanjana Kashyap by tomorrow ."
"Sure, all the information will be delivered to you."
"Alex, do me a favour. Make sure to keep my son out of loop."
"Ma'am. "
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9:00 o'clock
Flat-15- B, DLF Apartments
Vasant Kunj
New Delhi
Sanjana's POV:
As soon as I enter the house I was surrounded by my cousins and aunts as it was a ladies function all the males were send out.
I love surrounded by my family. I was youngest among all the cousins and was loved by all. So, I enjoy all the love and attention I get.
The whole house was decorated beautifully and the light music playing in the background was giving hint of a child shower being held.
I gave Kavya the babycare kit and the cute clothes I have bought as gift.
The function was peacefully completed. After the function was finished we all cousins were talking of our future plans.
"Sanjana, you are well settled career wise and unmarried among us. What are your plans : arrange marriage or love?" My cousin Devyani asked.
"I appreciate your concern for my marriage. It will happen when time will come and you know that Mumma and Papa are against being in a relationship before marriage. I respect their views, so no boyfriend."
Our conversation was interrupted by Mumma calling us all for lunch.
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11:00 o' clock
29th September 2015
Mr. TejPrakash Kashyap recieved a call from Neelanjla Singhania where she informed him about his youngest daughter being
prospective bride for her youngest son Akshay Singhania. He responded to her that they can meet and see how it proceeds.
"Lata, call Sidhanket, Kavya and Shivika. I need to talk about something important."
"Sure, give me a minute."
After few minutes all were settled in master bedroom. TejPrakash asked "You all must be thinking why I called you here?"
"Yes Papa." Shivika replied to him on behalf of everyone.
"Just few seconds before I recieved a call from Neelanjla Singhania."
"Neelanjla Singhania but we don't know any, right?" Kavya asks confused.
"Personally no but you might have got an idea who I am talking about."
"Yes Papa, Akshay Singhania's mother." Siddhanket answered.
"But Papa, why will she call you and what can be the reason?" Shivika questioned.
"She wants Sanjana to be her daughter-in- law or more precisely as Akshay Singhania's wife."
As soon as the words left TejPrakash's mouth there was a pin drop silence in the room.
Akshay Singhania is a force to reckon with. The richest and most powerful man in the world. Controversy free famous life but in business world he is called The Devil because he does not tolerate disrespect, negligence and mistakes.
"Lata, what's your view on the prospective relation? "
"What did you said to her?"
"Just this, let us mingle with each other first and if everything is good then why not. "
"Yes, This is good. Let us meet first and it will be good if Sanjana will meet them first after all she will have to spend her life with them." Lata concluded.
"Yes, it will be best."
Everyone agreed and left for their respective rooms.
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Check out my other works:
1. REVENGE & REDEEM (BILLIONAIRE ROMANCE - ON DREAME)
2. ALFA RE (On GOOD NOVEL)
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### Chapter 2: CHAPTER - 2
Singhania House
New Mumbai
India
Akshay Singhania - The business machine, recieved a phone call from his mother and she was sprouting some nonsense about meeting his potential bride. As long as she does not stretch the issue to marriage its fine. If she wants she can scrouge every single woman on planet till she does not ask him to meet her everything is fine.
After ending the call, his secretary entered the room and informed him of his upcoming meeting with Mr. Rehman Abdulla- Owner of Rehman Oil Inc.- one of the biggest oil field in Dubai.
Akshay owns many oilfields in Arab Countries but till now Dubai was only restricted to construction, hotels & resorts, finance, advertisement & manufacturing. He wants Singhania Oil to be untouchable, so he needs to acquire this deal.
When you are rich everyone scamper around you like bees on honey and this is what he enjoy. It is totally opposite when you are poor. It is a lesson which he has earned very early in life. When everyone follows his order in a blink of eye- it gives him a sense of power and he thrives on the same. He does not care whether it is out of fear or respect.
His secretary again reminded him of his meeting. He would have fired her if she was not so good at her work.
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Meeting Room
Singhania House
All the other interested buyers in the oilfield had decided to negotiate at Singhania House.
Everyone present there was aware that it will be Akshay Singhania buying it but they just want to try it for their self- esteem. Some older businessmen were not able to digest their defeat in previous bids.
All were waiting for THE AKSHAY SINGHANIA and he did arrive in all his glory followed by his secretary, security chief and CFO- Singhania oil. Akshay Singhania was way too good looking with hieght of above 6", silver eyes, aristocratic nose, high cheekbones and razor sharp jaw. He was what you call the epitome of beauty.
Without greeting anyone he sat on the head of table and signalled his secretary to start the meeting.
The best priced offer till now was $700 million dollars and when it came to him - he stated $250 million dollars.
Seeing the shocked faces of all the delegates he generously offered an explanation. "I am not finished yet. -directly addressing Rehman- I will let you have 20% ownership for upcoming 2 years. 20% ownership means a significant part in profit of Singhania Oil, what say, Rehman?"
Akshay was aware he did not want to sell full field as he wants to retain some shares in his family legacy.
"Yes, I agree. In 2 years if I managed to buyback it from you at future market price will you give it back to me?"
"If then, yes."
Bloody fool businessmen blinded by emotions, this idiot does not even know that 20% shares will only fetch him $200 million dollars of profit in 2 years and thus making him being unable to buy it from him.
Once something is his: he does not lose it at any cost. His 20% shares will be acquired at the end of 2 years by Akshay that was given.
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Sanjana's POV:
It has only been 15 hours since my mother has dropped the bomb of my marriage and now they are taking me to meet his family. As per his mother, he is not gonna be present because of his important meetings.
We are at Singhania Grand waiting for their arrival. I am dressed in a beautiful monochrome red and white salwar-suit (an Indian outfit). My hair is in side fishtail braid. I love traditional clothes. Its not that I has a problem with modern clothes, infact I wear western outfits most of the time but there are few ocassions when I get the opportunity to dress in traditional and I cherish it. My mother has already given me lecture to wear traditional clothes, i.e, saree after marriage.
I do agree with her but I am not gonna do it for office. I am going to balance- at home sarees and at office my business suits, pencil skirts, formal pants and stitellos. Heels are something which are an evergreen part of my wardrobe. I wear heels most of the time 4- inches. So, I am very comfortable in it. I hope my to be husband to be tall at least 5'11, so that when I wear heels I do not surpass him. If he is not our photos are going to look like that of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman. I shudder at the thought.
Kavya slapped my hand indicating that I am lost in train of my thoughts and our guests have arrived.
"Good Evening, Ma'am." I greeted Neelanjla Singhania.
"Good evening, call me Aunty for now. Let me introduce you to my daughter Kirti, my eleder son Ketan and his wife Milapriya, my sister-in-law Harsheen, her son and daughter in law Tanmay and Khusali." She at once was finished with
"Evening." I greeted them all as we all settled ourselves and after sometime the question answer round started.
"Sanjana, what about your qualifications?" Ketan was the first to question.
"I graduated from DU(Delhi University) after that I cleared UPSC in first attempt hence during the my masters was done online."
"Impressive, where are you posted right now?" Commented Kirti and asked.
"Thank you, in Jodhpur."
"Are you aware that if everyone agrees for your and Akshay's alliance you will have to apply for the transfer."
"Yes, I am aware of that."
"Do you know how to cook food and handle household works?" Akshay's aunt questioned.
"Yes, I can cook indian, mexican and Italian. I can also handle household works quite efficiently." I replied confidently
"Wow, that's awesome. These all are favourites of Akshay." Neelanjla Aunty exclaimed and I blushed.
"When can we meet,Mr. Singhania?"asked my mum.
"Address him as Akshay and you can come to Mumbai and meet him there." Aunty responded.
"Yes, that will be absolutely perfect." My Dad agreed.
"Lata, It is yes from our side and you are left to decide. If it will be a yes from your side then let me warn you- the wedding will take place as soon as possible."
"It is last marriage of our house and I am thinking to do it on a large scale." My mother voiced her opinion.
"Mama, I would prefer a close knit ceremony." I butted in.
"My daughter-in-law has spoken and the same will happen."
"Ok, then close knit ceremony it is." My mother gave in.
"It will be alright if Kavaya and Sid come to Mumbai tommorrow?" My Dad asks.
"Yes, that will be great. "
"Tej, if you don't have any problem I would like to talk to Sanjana alone?" Nilanjla Aunty asks.
"Sure, no problem at all."
"Sanjana, let's go to pool side." And with that we headed for the pool.
"Sanjana, you can call me mom now - as it is yes from our side."
"Will definitely call you mom when mine and Akshay's alliance will be confirmed."
"Sanjana, listen to me carefully then decide after analyzing thoroughly." I nodded at her in consent and asked her to continue.
"Akshay is very personal does not share his problems. He had a girlfriend earlier. I don't know the cause of the breakup but it had a bad impact on Akshay it left him what he is today : cold, rude, emotionless and ruthless. I am telling you all this because I know you are strong and will be able to handle him."
"Aunty..."
"Sanjana, decide after a thorough analysis because it is a question of your life."
"Sure." I muttered distractedly.
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Siddhanket and Kavya left for the Mumbai very next day and liked the house and people. They has so much money - I mean their son has so much many yet they are so down to earth.
Siddhanket found Akshay very straight-forward that some people may find rude but he was honest and not very much spoken. He only speaks when he found it necessary.
During this time Akshay's mother has done the drama of being ill and not eating food till her son agrees to marry.
At last, Akshay has to agree and it was decided that they will get marry after a week in Singhania Grand, Delhi. Their engagement was done on the very same day both Sanjana and Akshay agreed.
After a week, they were wedded in a very close knit ceremony in presence of friends and family.
Neelanjla Singhania was able to approve Sanjana's immediate transfer to Mumbai through her contacts.
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Sanjana's POV:
Now, here I am sitting in the car with my newly wedded husband. We had not even spoken a word but when he filled my partition and tied mangalsutra around my neck I fell in love with him and I promised myself that I will fulfill all my vows and will not surrender to defeat till last.
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