Shanaya's face hardened, a mask of seriousness settling upon her features as she fought to maintain her composure. Inside, her heart raced, threatening to burst out of her chest, but she couldn't let her grandmother see the turmoil within her. Folding her arms, she met Suhala's gaze, refusing to back down."What do you mean, Dadi? Don't speak in riddles," Shanaya asserted, her voice firm, yet tinged with a hint of apprehension.Suhala's eyes flashed with a mixture of frustration and anger, her golden-rimmed spectacles emphasizing her stern expression. Adjusting the folds of her saree, she leaned in closer, her voice laden with expectation."Tell me, my child. How much truth is there to the rumors surrounding you and Dhruv Kapoor?" Suhala inquired, her tone demanding answers.Shanaya's gaze faltered, her eyes dropping to the floor as she licked her lips nervously. The moment she had dreaded had finally arrived—the moment where she would have to lie to her beloved grandmother. It went a

Shanaya's frustration grew as she finished reading the article, her eyes narrowing in disbelief. With great effort, she managed to suppress the urge to let out an expletive-laden outburst. Instead, she flung her phone onto the desk and ran her fingers through her hair, tugging at the strands in frustration. How on earth had the media discovered their secret orphanage visit?A sudden realization hit her like a bolt of lightning. "Prakash, that bastard!" she shrieked, her voice filled with anger as she thought of the orphanage's manager. There was no doubt in her mind that he was the culprit behind the leaked information. He had been the only one present when Dhruv affectionately called her 'darling'.In the days that followed, Shanaya had witnessed the media frenzy surrounding her and Dhruv, with countless articles speculating on their relationship. However, this particular article felt like a violation. The visits to the Little Angels Orphanage had been a sacred and well-guarded part

Dhruv remained seated on the edge of the bed, a gentle smile playing at the corners of his lips. "You go ahead," he replied, his voice carrying a mixture of anticipation and a touch of mystery. "I'll catch up with you in a moment."Intrigued, Shanaya retraced her steps and walked back to where Dhruv was seated. Her patience wearing thin, she couldn't help but ask, "What is it?"Dhruv's hands delicately retrieved a long red velvet box from the pockets of his baby pink kurta, his breath audibly hitching in his chest. Locking his intense gaze with hers, he quietly murmured, "I got something for you."As the suspense built up, Shanaya resumed her position beside him, her curiosity mounting. The box remained closed until she was seated next to Dhruv once again. He finally opened the box, revealing a pair of stunning golden anklets that shimmered under the gentle light.The sight of the intricately designed anklets left Shanaya momentarily speechless, her breath hitching in her throat. Thei

As Suhala gracefully slipped away into the crowd, Kabir seamlessly took her place beside Shanaya once again. When she turned to meet his eyes, she noticed the same bewilderment mirrored in his expression that resonated within her own thoughts."What on earth just happened?" he whispered urgently, echoing Shanaya's own confusion. "I'm at a loss here. That was Anjali Bhatt, daughter of the famous actor Kartik Bhatt. She recently made her Bollywood debut. What is Dhruv doing with her?"Anjali exuded a captivating beauty that was hard to ignore. Her flowing black hair cascaded down her backless blouse, and her hazel eyes shimmered in the dimly lit venue. Clad in a sea green saree adorned with diamonds, her pallu gracefully draped along her arm, she captivated the attention of many.Shanaya discreetly stole a glance at the budding actress, briefly taking in her stunning features, before refocusing her attention on Kabir. She needed a diversion from the tumultuous thoughts surrounding Dhruv

Dhruv hadn’t seen that coming. But he should have expected it. After all, what would he and Shanaya do alone in a dark room where he has her pressed against a wall? For a moment his whole body tensed the moment her lips touched his — as if it was a new sensation all together. Like they hadn’t been doing that for the last few days. Recovering soon enough, he kissed her back, throwing out all concern of what would happen if anyone opened the door he had just slammed shut. Her touch on his body was deliberate. She knew just how to turn him on.But something was different about the way Shanaya was kissing him. Almost as if she was angry at him. Her nails dug into his back as she deepened the kiss, pulling him close enough to cover all the distance between them. A moan left his lips when she grabbed his arm, and turned him around. Dhruv realized that now he was the one against the wall. When he opened his eyes, he could barely see anything but he sensed Shanaya glaring at him. “Were yo