With no shreds of light in a dingy room was a woman tied to the chair. Her hands were tied with cable ties, feets shackled with stout dangling chains, feeble cries ruthlessly muffled by a dirty cloth shoved deep in her mouth by none other than her kidnapper. Her stomach retched due to the fowl smell of blood like copper and rust, nauseating. She frantically ran her eyes in the dark room, observing her eerie surrounding with a sense of terror crawling deep under her flesh, fear apparent in those expanding pupils. Her eyes went blurry and throat parched with the lack of hydration, how did she end up here? She thought she was dead! As she stressed her mind to recall the incidents that happened the previous night, a nerve wrecking pain grappled her body propelling her lashes to get sogged in fresh hot trails of tears trickling down her bruised cold cheeks. She relived the scarifying event when he hit her barbarically with an iron rod when she attempted to free herself from his robust gr
'Good morning', I mumbled taking a chair beside my incompassionate, cold hearted mate of cruel destiny. He obviously tensed feeling my presence around him. Coherent much! Our last meeting that night was rough, emotional and most importantly painful! 'Saanvi, you didn't had any post wedding ceremony after your wedding?', queen mother asked casually stuffing a morsel in her mouth. Her sharp eyes were scanning my presence too keenly as I could feel the burning stare. 'Um..no because w-we..' 'No need! Every important member was already present at the wedding, why inviting everyone all over again?', his discourteous words were jarring to many sitting around the table who visibly looked unpleased with his uncivil taunt. 'About whom precisely you're talking about Yuvraj?', came the stressed voice of queen mother. Suddenly the air around us turned tremendously suffocating, specially when each one of us could feel the thick strain staying put between the two regal personalities. 'That person
Thunderous stygian flocculent clouds shadowed the vast expanse of the sky, locking in the gleam of nature's eternal daylight completely, blending the surrounding blue with pastels of grey and lavender. Cool breeze escalated resulting into a destructive storm lingering over the sky of svamgarh. Saanvi peeled her gaze from the window, stressed and a little worried if something unpleasant might happen or rather going out at this hour would be safe? She held the comb in the mid air, pausing, watching her own reflection that caged a beautiful woman, an unusual and quite pristine glow was radiating from her face reminding her of the old Saanvi. The reason might be the termination of all the harrowing torment taking place in this palace after Daksh returned to his regal abode or the unanticipated upgrade from living in servant's quarter to that of living in one of the royal chambers. The change was apparent, remarkable and unequivocal! Nevertheless, the strident incessant honking of her im
Hundreds of eyeballs, axiomatically were drawn to the affluent pair ascending the grandeur lit stairs with a reflection of elegance and opulence sparkling their personality. Their captivating aura screamed of substantial ascedancy and eloquence, a sign of regality but more specifically they were dazzled by the tall frame of a man clad in black tuxedo who no doubt looked cryptic and enigmatic like a hidden mystery, influential with his piercing hooded gaze concealed in the shade of brown glasses. 'Don't fucking attempt to do something that'll unnecessarily provoke me else you undoubtedly wouldn't be capable enough to bear the unfortunate draconian consequence of your actions, dumb woman!', every drop of her blood froze at his seething comment darted to tremor the very idea of escape if one such plan has sprouted in her mind. The warning was grave, threatening and spine chilling yet her determination was build on the pillars of valour and fortitude, the profound outcome of spending al
A inconspicuous silhouette was constantly keeping an eye on the snazzy duo standing in a corner far from the resounding hubbub. The dominating figure of the man engrossed in sipping on some vodka accompanied by an elegant but shy figure confirmed the persisted doubt whether this is the couple she was hunting for in the whole crowd.The coverted eyes followed their every subtle moves pretty intently to not let the golden chance of executing the well mapped ploy to fail because of some dumb move or silliness. It's either a win win situation or die if failed. No space in between cause the figure's life is already on stake!'We have a slight change in plan!', came a commanding deep voice from the glimmering bluetooth device attached to her left ear.'What?', whisphered the figure making sure no one else heard her voice. 'Kill him!''B-but I-I can't...', air was knocked out of her lungs at his menacing order. She was petrified to her core to even process his words. Her mind kept shaking th
Amidst the thick murk of the roaring night, an immense stillness has submerged the entire area in sheer silence with the roiled black clouds pouring down heavily obscuring visibility to a greater extent.The only sound that could quiver eardrums of a living entity was the vigorous thumping of a scared organ pulsating in the closed ostentatious space, frigid gust of wind swishing through the woods surrounding the narrow trail that led to a barren railway track, made frown lines appear on the forehead of the man who was driving in a desolate area with a lunatic and the traitor, a grave scenario wherein any person could've passed out in horror but he was calm, calm like a brewing storm, perhaps because he is more vicious, devilish and dark than a man to be designated barbaric and his wife, no doubt hasn't experienced that darkness yet!His fury sparked abruptly at the poisonous sharp stinger his wife has just jabbed on his steel heart, not thinking twice of it's consequences. He's not he
A cryptic silhouette of an obsidian figure emerges ahead of a bulky man in black suit as he treads inside the royal balcony with silent footfalls, sharp gaze, an inordinately stiff posture and a very docile aura oozing out of his well built muscular framework.Dawn has already bloomed, dispersing the lingering darkness and once again painting the sky with violet and pink as a new days unfurls it's claws and the dense fumes of the cigar trapped between the fingers of the masculine personality vanishes into thin air, swiftly floating between the vast dim lit alley of the big palace.'Morning sir,' Atharv bows reverently to the gnarly regal figure while observing him nodding in a subtle manner without diverting his focussed eyes from the lush green lawn, apparently appearing greyish in the lack of that yellowish glowiness, metaphorically well resonating with his present condition.'What's the update?', he asks in his usual deep baritone voice dragging another puff and settling his stress
Barbarity has no boundaries, it's the human's dirty pleasure in something evil that haunts a pure soul and it has no limits, no restrictions, all that depends on the tiers of lunacy residing inside the mind of the perpetrator.We might perceive prince as an impulsive, dark and affluent character who is powerful enough to captivate a woman against her will but what we failed to notice was the demon hiding under his flesh. The demons that he was restraining from overtaking his feeble human pathetic emotions, freezing the irrational attachment of a mortal with another mortal being and turning into a monster, devoid of warmth and forgiveness.Something like the werewolves wolf out on the blood moon night, an impulse that triggers their transformation, the prince's sanity was knocked out by the betrayal from his lady. The lady that though looks like an effigy of innocence to his human eyes, unfortunately, numbness cannot feel that purity dissipating out of her form when seen under devilish
I was despondently heading towards the lounge area when I sensed someone's shadow, towering over my head, just behind me. I turned around and I felt as if my eyes are deceiving me. I finally beheld her face before departing. She was breathing heavily, gasping and all drenched in sweat, her hair all messy and sticking to her face as if she reached here, running a marathon. Being too overwhelmed and scared, I forgot to ask her permission and crashed her into me, tightly clutching her dainty body against my chest.And she too, complied by not pushing me away, this time. After a short while, she shifted a little, indicating to break the hug and I did, freeing her from my smothering hold. That's when I noticed the saree she was wearing, the one I wanted her to wear at the event but she had refused to accept anything from me. Typical she and her queen attitude, well I respect that attitude that's why I am alive.Taking one deep shaky breath, she started shouting or rather roaring at me, imp
I looked myself in the mirror. The red georgette saree perfectly hugged my curves. With fine intricate designs imprinted on the smooth fabric, the stud earrings overall made my appearance look extremely sophisticated, exquisite and maybe enticing? The event was not the only thing, I am getting ready for. There's something more that matters to me a lot, at least before I take any firm decision in my life and choose whether I live with my past or move on, completely. I haven't read the contents inside of the envelope but since our relationship hasn't completely dissolved in the way it should, I have decided to meet him in person and sort everything out. The one thing that always was always a negative aspect in our lives was the lack of proper and in depth conversation. It was always either an unfriendly and cold encounter or no words exchanged for days. This honestly requires a lot of courage for me to face him after not seeing him for so long, maybe an eternity, well that's an exagger
' His eyes held a divine pull, weirdly shackling me to his hold,Unchained I was physically yet captive in his dark world 'The following day,Saanvi's POV:I was about to end my shift when a familiar figure walked inside my cabin with a toddler in his arms. The one year old babygirl, Inaya, a lookalike of her father whom I met a week ago, inside the hospital premises. The encounter was quite unexpected and truth to be told, I went slightly anxious seeing him at my working hours. Since, after the court hearings, I haven't had any coincidence to meet or interact with him, eye to eye. The baby was much of a surprise to me.A beautiful surprise. I've recently being blessed with the title of being aunt to two adorable angels even though to my in laws, I'm officially a divorcee. No one except Nandini, my sister in law, knows this secret of mine because the separation papers, signed never actually reached for the trials and the judgement hasn't been passed yet.'How's her runny nose now, s
A week later Somber night, a masculine figure rolled out of his sleek SUV, parked in front of an abandoned and desolate apartment complex. Black aviator glasses complementing his trimmed beard and overall domineering appearance in brown tuxedo over velvety Armani shirt, hiding a long scar running through his chest after spending three consecutive years behind lock up with inmates, bully and crazy maniacs.His ravening footfalls echoed in the silent corridor as a bunch of armed men advanced through the cramped hallway, following the formidable shadow in order to safeguard him from any potential attacks and threats, the desolate place, a dwelling to countless hazardous pests and toxic contaminants, filled with malodolorous smell lingering in the smothering environment, damp, cold and humid. With one robust push, the metallic door slammed open, revealing a moribund body chained to the walls, stained with ugly patterns of blood splashes all over the surface. 'Is he breathing, still?', t
The following morningIt was still dark and cloudy outside when Saanvi abruptly woke up from her slumber. Her eyes were swollen and face puffy after the rough evening. So much has happened yesterday that she couldn't get over it. Firstly, she encountered a creepy man at her shop that immediately left after disclosing her identity in a threatening fashion, leaving the bouquet on the counter. Secondly, she was sent a notice regarding the study loan. Thirdly, she received a call from the hospital regarding her mother's critical condition. And lastly, she has to pay rent the following week for which she has no money.She slid off her blanket and made her way towards the balcony to witness rosy hue of the hidden sun. While the darkness was still subduing the light with all it's effort but in the end, light will penetrate no matter what, spearing through the dreariness. Wish it could happen in her case too.The rhythm and harmony of the morning air, the fluttering leaves and strutting pigeo
He was sentenced to three years in imprisonment being found guilty of abuse and misleading and hiding crucial evidences regarding an ongoing case of a minor girl being harrassed by the man, now being pronounced 'not guilty' and framed by the court. Whilst stepping down the staircase, he saw her standing in the rain with a black umbrella on the side of the lane, the scene pretty much hazy and unclear.He stood watching her stoic face, completely numb and expressionless. Exactly, how he saw her inside the courtroom while the judgement was passed against him. He didn't deny any accusation, the conscience was culpable for crumbling her soul. 'Aren't you going to say anything?', he softly asked from a distance. She shook her head, closing the space between the victim and his cuffed perpetrator.'Instead of saying anything, I want to present you something. This is a divorce letter, an unpleasant and bitter conclusion of our failed marriage. This will forever remind you of how sometimes, fe
The turbulent sky of Svamgarh grew leaden and darkening, overcast with ash grey clouds, loured, roaring and thunderous. An ephemeral serein drizzled down on the heated terrace and soon after, the heavy down pour began.The soft mizzle emanated an earthy smell of soaked soil, the dewy petrichor that gradually permeated in the soothing and hushed ambience of the twilight, a sublime and unparalleled blend of lilac and orange, tranquilizing the troubled and anxious state of a woman, leaning against the steel bars with her drenched saree sticking to her wet curves, complementing the dewy texture of her supple and lithe skin underneath the gauzy silk.The puddles, waterlogged, plinked tenderly each time the sparkling beads of rain dropped intermittent kisses on the unmoving waters, spawning ripples. The street was nearly empty with silent commotion, only vigorous pitter pattern reverberated on the concrete lane. She was lost in the cold rain, faint swishing of winds murmuring back tales of
That late evening,Soft gleam of yellow scintillating lights fell on the pristine face of Saanvi standing among the mass of guests, influential and opulent, busy conversing among themselves and relishing the falling night, the moon shining a little red, today.They, specially the elderly ladies were deeply indulged in gossiping about some rumours flying around the corner regarding the newly engaged fiancee of Advik, a famous model and television host, Neha Sharma, the only daughter of a renowned business man, Sandeep Sharma and his wife, Meena Sharma, a lawyer by profession.She being their sole heiress, everyone's attention was drawn towards the couple on stage. An alluring charm wrapped around their charismatic personality, however the royalty dominating the wealth and prominence.'They were secretly dating for the past seven years. Initially, they met in their college times as freshers. And gradually, they fell in love but decided to keep everything under the rug for appropriate re
Saanvi's POV:I inhaled a sharp breath, regaining my lost composure. His sharp gaze paused at my nervous face, zooming into my expressions very keenly. Tightening my fists, I peered into his piercing eyes, deeply engaged in scanning my finest activities as if awaiting to spot something off about our unprecedented collision.'You had been mumbling something in sleep, something like where must it be? Were you looking for something in here?', my heart beat escalated would be an understatement. I literally panicked internally though my poker face could've manage to conceal the internal turmoil of my mind.'Did I really blabber in my sleep? You heard everything, don't you?',my face turned ghastly white as I felt myself nearing every second to my own death bed. My end is going to be this brutal and this soon, I never thought my destiny could be this merciless!! He stood by an array of expensive Cesare attolini, calm face, arms folded across his chest as he was inspecting my faltering courag