Chapter 169

Part 12

" Stupid Armaan " Suzi drawled while she started at Shilpa who set beside her.. Shilpa sniffed and muttered.. "Yes "

"I have never seen such a dumb man in my life.. " Suzi sighed dramatically which made Shilpa giggle.. She smiled while giving a comforting press on her hand.. "Keep smiling darling. You look pathetic when you cry.. " Shilpa glanced at her and forced a smile on her lips.. "I was just so confused. I had to come and talk to you.. " She shrugged helplessly.. "I don't know what is going so wrong Suzi.. Everything was so perfect between us few days ago.. " Shilpa whispered painfully..

Suzi gave a understanding look.. "Look Shilpa.. Such small fights between couples its normal. Happens a lot.. "

"I know Suzi.. " Shilpa agreed "Then what is the problem Shilpa ?? " Suzi inquired softly"Wait I think I know.. Your angry that he taunted you about being unemployed.. "

"You knew how much I loved writing " Shilpa stared at Suzi with hurt.. "I always wanted to become a writer.. For three years I was living my dream. It was Armaan who requested me to give up my work and comeback to him.. "

"I know darling.. I understand.. " Suzi soothed her.. "Maybe he wasn't thinking.. "

"I love him so much that it always hurt me Suzi. " She clarified painfully.. "I have always had this little insecurity inside me that he would leave me. I didn't want it to become a reality. For that reason I gave up what I loved most. My work which had become my carrier and moved along with him. I was just expecting him to understanding me that much.. "

Suzi let out a distress noise as Shilpa started to cry again.. "Don't hurt yourself Shilpa. Trust me everything will be alright.. "

"I don't know.. " Shilpa sobbed bitterly.. "I seem to loose all happiness..I badly want to be a mother that also is taken away from me.. "

Suzi gasped.. "Don't say such things Shilpa. Soon you will have a lovely baby in your arms.. "

"No !!" She shouted loud.. "Cant you see Suzi. I cant be a mother. Its been three years now.. " She mumbled burying her face in her hands.. "I am tired now. So tired.."

Suzi felt her own eyes grow misty seeing her best friend suffer.. "Shilpa please. Don't stress out yourself.. You will be a mother.. A loving mother soon. I give you my word.. "

Shilpa nodded and calmed a bit staring at the space.. As she calmed fully Suzi asked hesitantly.. "Shall I call Armaan and tell him to come pick you up.. "

"No " Shilpa protested instantly.. "I am fine.. I can go home myself.. "

Suzi felt helpless and miserable as she stared at friend.. "Ok as u wish.. "

"Sameer seriously man why did you drag me here.. " Raj muttered angrily as they walked inside the orphanage home..

"I am doing a donation for the kids here Raj.. " Sameer clarified out.. "I couldn't come along you know that.. "

"Yea whatever.. " Raj rolled his eyes.. "Anyways what is this place.. "

"It's a orphanage.. " Sameer stated looking around.. "Where disable kids are given education and shelter.. My manager informed me they had come requesting for some donation.. "

"And you couldn't say no " Raj smiled sincerely.. "Seriously dude I wish I was a noble man like you.."

Sameer scoffed and rolled his eyes "Noble my foot.. "

They turned around as the orphanage owner joined them with a big smile.. "Oh its such a great pleasure to see you here Mr.Sameer.. I am Mrs.Seth owner of this orphanage.. "

Sameer gave a gentle smile and shook her hand.. "Nice to meet you Mam. This is my friend Raj.. "

"Sir you don't know how much happiness you are giving to us by donating such a big amount to this kids."

"Its my pleasure.. " Sameer spoke sincerely as pride filled inside him

"Oh anyways why don't you take a seat.. " She spoke hurriedly pointing to the Sofa. "Take a seat while I will call the manager of this place.. "

Sameer gave a nod.. But he stood still as he noticed the person who headed towards them smiling Raj's eyes grew wide as he swore.. "You gotta be kidding me.. "

"Come Seema " Mrs.Seth spoke beaming happily.. "Meet our new donator Mr.Sameer.. "

Seema's smile faded off as she stared at Sameer and Raj who narrowed their eyes at her.. Instantly she glanced away as she joined them hesitantly.. "Good morning.. " She muttered out softly..

Sameer felt Raj curse beside him.. Ignoring his behavior he replied her politely "Good Morning Ms.Seema.. "

Seema raised her eyes and stared at Sameer for a while. Who stared back at her blankly.. She couldn't help but feel a connection between them whenever their eyes met.. What was this happening.. Was she getting attracted to him.. If so it would be the worst thing to ever happen.. She tore her eyes from him and gave a brief look at Raj who glared at her.. Once again guilt filled inside her as she spoke hesitantly.. "I will take you to meet the kids.. "

"That would be a great idea.. " Mrs.Seth spoke happily.. "Please gentleman we would be glad if you meet the kids before we take the amount. They would be happy to see you.. "

Sameer gave a brief nod as both women walked away from them. His eyes were at Seema who walked away stiffly.. Just then he felt Raj nudge him hard.. "What the hell Sameer !! "

Sameer cursed under his breath and muttered.. "Keep your voice low Raj. I had no idea she was manager here.. "

Raj fumed as he spoke.. "Now you know right. Lets go from here no need to give them donation."

"Shut up Man.. " Sameer protested.. "Whatever problem we have is with Seema.. Its no fault of those kids or Mrs.Seth. Did you see how happy she is to receive a donation from us. We cant get so personal Raj.. "

Raj huffed and glared at Sameer.. "Fine.. If you have to stay be here and do whatever you want. I am going.. "

"Raj.. come on wait.. " He tried to stop but he stormed out of the place quickly.. Sameer closed his eyes and muttered under his breath as Mrs. Seth joined him worriedly.. "Is everything ok Mr.Sameer.. "

He gave a brief look at Seema who stared at him sadly.. "Nothing Mrs. Seth.. Lets meet the kids and finalize this donation.. "

Shilpa walked inside the house and frowned noticing how quiet it was.. Then she recalled Veena and Balraj both were out of city tonight.. With a sigh she headed inside, her steps came to a halt as she noticed Armaan who set in the Sofa staring at the space..

"Armaan.. " She breathed out his name.. He glanced up at her and frowned badly.. Shilpa swallowed realizing he wasn't in a good mood.. "

"Where the hell have you been.. " Armaan asked in a controlled voice as he came towards her.. Shilpa took a step back and whispered.. "I was with Suzy.. "

He stared at her and muttered.. "You could have informed me.. I was worried.. "

Shilpa gave a jerky nod and muttered back.. "Nice to know you care.. "

Armaan gritted his teeth and pulled her towards him.. Shilpa gasped for while thinking he was going to shout at her again.. She closed her eyes as her heart thudded.. But instead of his shout , she felt his lips brush on hers as he kissed her passionately.. She gasped in surprise and instantly kissed him back hungrily.. He tore his mouth from hers and stared down at her "I care.. I care too much.. "

Shilpa bit her lip feeling slightly guilty.. Ok maybe she had overreacted too much.. But why shouldn't she.. He deserved it..

Armaan sighed miserably "I badly want to take you upstairs and clear out whatever problem I am having.. But I guess I don't have much time.. We have to attend a business dinner tonight.."

Shilpa tried to protest.. But the tiredness in her eyes melted her.. "Ok fine.. I will get ready.. "

They both got ready for the dinner in silence.. Shilpa ran her hand down on her silky gown while he studied her from behind.. "You look beautiful.. " He smiled softly caressing her curves with his eyes.

Shilpa blushed and smiled back at him.. "Thank you.. You look good too.. "

He grinned at her carefully spoken words.. But soon it faded off as he grew sober.. "Shilpa.. I have to tell you something.. "

Shilpa frowned and turned back to him "Tell me "

"I am going London Tomorrow.. " He blurted out not meeting her eyes.. He closed his eyes as he heard her gasp and instantly knew she would be stunned hearing the news..

After a minute of silence he finally looked at her, his heart grew heavy seeing the pain filled in her eyes..

"And you didn't find it important enough to inform me.. ?"

Her question sliced through his heart.. Leaving a big gap injured.. He tried to speak as she walked away from him in anger..

"I am so hurting to go away for such a long time.. Badly hurting inside.." He whispered softly..

"You need to smile Shilpa.. " Armaan whispered gently to Shilpa who set beside him in stoned silence.. The wariness and hurt on her face was ripping him apart.. "Shilpa.. are you listening to me.. "

"Yes.. " She closed her eyes and opened again forcing a smile.. Armaan's jaw clenched as he tried to make a conversation with his clients..

Like that they tolerated the dinner for two hours.. Finally Armaan stood up and took Shilpa's hand.. "We are leaving now.. "

She gave him a surprised look as he dragged her along with him.. She tried to protest.. "But your clients.."

"I have done enough talk with them.. " He gritted his teeth.. "Its your behavior which is bothering me from last two hours.. "

Shilpa tried to free her hand as they walked to the car.. "Leave my hand.. What you mean my Behavior.. How am I supposed to react when you throw a bomb that you are leaving tomorrow.. "

Armaan stilled for a while taking in her bitter comment.. He closed his eyes and swore.. Then silently he opened the passenger door for her.. "Get inside.. "

"First answer me.. " She demanded hotly.. He muttered softly.. "We will talk when we get home.. "

Shilpa lay on bed fuming. She turned around and stared at Armaan who stood infront of the bed taking of his shirt.. His midnight blue eyes locked on her.. She grew hot as she looked away gritting her teeth.. "I am not going to sleep with you.. "

He grew amused with her sudden outburst. Talking was the thing which was in his mind right now.. But seeing her assume something far more intense he played along.. "And why you wont sleep with me.."

Shilpa blushed slightly and glared at him.. "Because we need to talk. And sex doesn't solve anything.."

He sighed tiredly rubbing his neck.. He got beside her into the bed and shifted slightly, so now he was lying on top of her while she lay beneath him trying not to be effected by their closeness..

"What now.. " She asked irritated seeing him so silent.. Armaan stifled his laugh keeping a straight face.. Here he was trying to talk but she was too cute and amusing him every second..

"I have few things to say.. " He murmured softly "My first sorry is for behaving rudely with you from past few days.. " He stared deeply in her eyes.. "My second sorry is for snapping at you about not doing any work.. I had no right to say such thing. Specially when it was me who had requested you to give up your writing , a job you loved.. I am deeply sorry for that.. "

She bit her her lip trying not to cry as tears filled in her eyes.. He frowned badly "Oh don't even think of crying.. "

That made it even more worse.. She started to cry as he swore.. "Damn.. Shilpa don't cry "

"Why didn't you tell me you are leaving.. " She complained to him between tears.. "Were you going to inform me after leaving to London.. "

"No !! " He protested at once.. And then hesitated as guilt filled inside him.. "That goes third sorry. I am sorry for being such a jerk and not informing you.. "

Shilpa cleared off her tears slightly angry with herself.. "I cant believe I have become such a cry baby.. "

She glared at him hearing his soft laugh.. "Don't you dare laugh at me.. Its all because of you.. " She complained again..

"Ok Ok I fault Now can you forgive me.. ? " He asked hopefully..

"NO !! "

"Ok " He sighed..

"I cant make you happy.. " She blurted out suddenly

Armaan frowned .. "Now where did that came from.. "

"I cant even give you a baby.. " Her voice was cracked.. He felt miserable once again hearing the same painful words.. "Its not your fault.. " He spoke silently..

She whimpered under him but didn't spoke a another word.. He hugged her tightly as she relaxed in his embrace.. After a minute of silence she asked him calmly.. "Why didn't you tell me you are leaving Armaan.. Was that too much to ask ? "

"NO " He protested.. "I was just hurting myself.. The thought of leaving you alone here specially when you are so sad.. "

Suddenly Shilpa was getting everything.. She knew now what was behind the sudden change of his behavior.. "We should have talked and cleared out.. " She spoke sadly.. "And don't worry about me.. I have everyone here.. Mom, dad, Suzi ,Raj and Sameer.. They will help me.. "

"Not done.. " He spoke unhappily.. "And I would be all alone in London.. "

Suddenly she felt as if she was getting everything.. "You are not going only for a month right Armaan.. ? Its more than that.. "

"I am afraid so " He spoke quietly.. Shilpa felt her heart sank hearing his words.. She grew distress when suddenly he spoke..

"You don't have to worry about it.. I have a plan.. "

"What plan " she asked..

"Let me handle everything in a month.. Like make everything stable.. And then I will arrange for you to come and stay with me for the rest of time.. "

He laughed seeing her beam happily.. But then it faded off as she asked miserably.. "A month ?? "

Armaan shook his head and spoke assuringly.. "Not even a month I will make sure I arrange everything before it.. You don't have to worry you will be with me there soon.. "

"Promise.. ? "

"Promise from my heart "

He kissed her then.. Slowly and softly.. Soon which turned more passionate as they clung to eachother not willing to go.. She kissed him back in equal passion which he was giving to her.. She moaned softly as he traced her lower lip while sucking on it softly.. Her hands were roaming on his hard chest and shoulders while his were unzipping the back of her dress.. She tore her mouth from him and whimpered underneath him as he nuzzled her neck and asked huskily.. "What is it..What do you want. "

"You.. " She spoke desperately as he freed her from the dress.. "I want you so badly.. "

"Then you have all of me.. " He spoke staring down at her as their bodies brushed together.. They gasped together and locked their eyes once again.. "And I intend to take everything from you.. "

That was a night she would always have in her memory.. He made wicked, dangerous love to her which pulled her out of control They clung to eachother desperately almost as if memorizing eachothe'rs touch.. She gave him whatever he wished to have. And he took it from her boldly and unashamed..

Few hours passed and they on the bed stated, their breathing heavier.. She turned around and moved close to him staring at his face , while he kept staring at ceiling.. "

"Armaan " He tore his gaze and stared down at his beautiful wife.. The face which always made his heartbeat go crazy. How was he going to live without her.. He thought miserably.. He held her close and gave a nod as she bit her lip.. "I am going to miss you.. "

He could see how hard she was trying not to break in tears. His own eyes grew misty.. But he didn't want to get emotional at the moment.. So he kissed her hard and whispered.. "I will miss you too Cinderella.. "

Next Morning at Airport :

"Take care of yourself Mom.. " Armaan smiled.. He turned to his dad.. "I have to say something to you Dad.. "

"What is it Armaan " He asked quietly.. Armaan hesitated for a while.. "I know its stupid to say.. But could you keep a eye on Shilpa.. "

Armaan expected coldness.. But instead he gave a brief smile and nodded.. "I will And its not stupid.."

He took a breath of relief and hugged his parents Then he turned to his friends.. "Sameer and Raj.. Will miss you guys.. "

"Take care Armaan " Sameer hugged him while Raj patted on his shoulder

"And don't worry about Shilpa.. " Raj spoke grinning.. "We will make sure we romance with her every day"

Armaan glared at him and rolled his eyes.. "Shut up Raj.. "

"She will be fine Armaan " Sameer spoke assuringly..

"I know " Armaan sighed and turned to see Shilpa who stood in the corner avoiding to look at them Slowly he headed towards her, his heart growing more heavy with every step.. She turned to him and gave a smile which quiet didn't reach her eyes.. "Its time to go.. " She spoke carefully..

"Yea " He muttered and pulled her in a rib crashing hug.. Shilpa bit her lip once again as her eyes grew misty.. She blinked away the tears as he pulled back and kissed her lovingly.. "Keep dreaming about me always.. " He whispered softly..

She slightly broke into tears.. "Call me when you reach London.. "

"I will " He promised and hugged her tightly once again.. Placing a kiss on her forehead he took a step back smiling.. "Take care of yourself. And keep smiling when I come to get you.. "

"I will " She smiled wobbly as following him as headed to the terminal..

Bidding final bye he headed inside with his luggage. Shilpa felt the tears which she was controlling so hard finally fall.. Just then she felt Veena hugging her trying to comfort her She felt a relief and smiled at her mother-in-law and glanced back at Armaan who was now almost inside.. Once again he turned and smiled at her.. He gave her a flying kiss and mouthed the words Love you

She smiled happily through the tears and whispered back.. "Love you too Armaan"

PRECAP :

Two lives to take a drastic Turn.. Two worlds to crash. Who will get the chance in this turn.
Steve Or Armaan ?
Next Part !

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Part 13

IMP : Those who have missed Steve's teaser please do see PAGE 64 before reading the Updt

"I cant believe I am taking you to shopping " Raj muttered as he followed Shilpa inside the shopping mall. Shilpa giggled "Oh come on Raj. I would have asked Suzi but she is busy today. And you are such a good friend I knew you wont say no.. "

Raj rolled his eyes and pointed out.. "Seriously Shopping ??? We could have gone to a romantic date instead.. Imagine Armaan fume in this news... " He grinned

Shilpa narrowed her eyes at him.. "I spoke to Armaan today only. He is anyways not happy I am taking you with me for Shopping.. "

"Wohooo " Shilpa chuckled seeing him celebrate "Why are you waiting.. Lets go we have got to irritate Armaan for the best. "

"I should have asked Sameer to come along with me.. " She complained and while he laughed

"Sir " Sameer glanced up as his assistant hurried inside his cabin.. "Yes Pam.. " Sameer asked quietly as she placed few files in his desk.. "Ms.Seema is here to see you.. "

Sameer frowned glancing at his schedule.. What was Seema doing here.. "Does she have a appointment with me today.. "

Pam spoke nervously.. "No sir But she says its urgent she needs to see you today itself.. "

Sameer frowned more and gave a thought on it.. Finally he shrugged.. "Let her come.. "

Sameer straightened up as Seema walked inside his office.. He could cleary see the hesitance within her as she took seat infront of him nervously..

"Ms.Seema " He drawled softly.. "What brings you here.. "

She glanced at him.. Their eyes locked for a while which brought a sudden attraction between them. Sameer looked away instantly feeling uncomfortable with the strange feeling..

"Hello Mr.Sameer " Seema spoke politely.. "Actually I am here on behalf of our orphanage. Mrs.Seth is holding a charity function for the kids. She would love if you could make it to the function.. "

He took the card from her and studied it for a while.. "I will try my best.. " He promised.. Placing it on his drawer he glanced back at her curiously.. "I know I have no right to ask this but how did you land with this disable kids.. I mean a job in orphanage.. "

She gave a sunny smile which made her look beautiful. He studied her quietly as she spoke.. "I realized I need to do something worth enough in my life. Something precious which would always make me happy and proud of myself.. " She sobered instantly.. "There are few things in past I have done, which I am not proud of.. "

Sameer felt a satisfaction noticing how badly she was regretting her past actions.. He gave her a smile which surely surprised her.. "No human is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. But if you regret ur mistakes that makes you a good person.. "

She stared at him intently as her eyes grew misty.. "God knows how badly I am regretting whatever bad I have done to Shilpa.. I wish someday I can gain enough courage to face her , and plead for forgiveness."

He regarded her happily hearing the sincerity in her voice.. Without thinking he held her hand and pressed it comfortingly Seema glanced at him surprised with his gesture.. " I am sure someday she will forgive you.. "

Few days later :

Shilpa leaned to the door tiredly as she rubbed her stomach wishing the nausea feeling would pass away soon.. That's when she realized she had been feeling this sickness from past few days.. A giddy feeling came inside her as she thought of the chances of her being pregnant.. Maybe she could go to the doctor and clarify.. She rushes downstairs quickly when she suddenly bumped to Balraj..

"Sorry. Dad " She spoke carefully giving him a sheepish smile.. Balraj raised his eyebrow and glanced at her amused.. "You seem to be in hurry.. "

"Ohh I was just " She stopped lamely as she grew relaxed seeing him comfortable with her.. "I thought I will get ready and go to doctor.. "

He shot a worried look at her as Veena joined them.. "You look Pale.. Are you fine.. How long have you been sick.. "

Both Veena and Shilpa stared at him in shock seeing him so worried.. Balraj grew uncomfortable and glanced away clearing his throat.. Veena smiled secretly and glanced at Shilpa.. "Shilpa you really look sick. I think we should go and visit a doctor... "

Balraj gave a abrupt nod and spoke tightly "Take her to the doctor Veena and inform me when you are done.. "

Shilpa smiled widely as he walked away from them.. Veena tugged her hand once again gaining her attention.. "We need to go to Doctor.. "

"Yes Mom " She grinned as Veena rolled her eyes..

Armaan shook his head as irritation took over him once again.. "Do it correct guys and make sure you don't do any damage this time.. "

The workers nodded obediently.. Armaan hurried out of his office as tiredness took over him.. He had been working so hard since past few days and there was hardly any progress in the work He just wished he could do more than half of it before he bring Shilpa to him

Armaan got inside his car and started the engine.. He studied the sky noticing it was now growing dark. He surely needed a hot shower and food so he could throw away some tiredness.. In silence he started to drive back to his home when suddenly his phone rang He frowned and took the plug to his ear.. "Hello.. "

"Armaan " Shilpa sniffed speaking in a soft voice.. He grew alarmed hearing her cry.. "Shilpa !! Whats wrong baby Why are you crying "

She giggled softly which relaxed him for a while.. "And here I thought you have some serious problem.." He scolded her softly Shilpa protested instantly "I have a serious problem Armaan.. I I don't know how to say this to you.. "

He smiled hearing her voice grow shy suddenly.. He wondered what she was going to tell him.. "Now you are really playing with my patience. Shilpa tell me.. "

"I donno "

"You don't know ? Ok I am calling mom.. "

"No !! Wait I will tell you.. "

"Yes now tell me as a good girl.. "

"I am pregnant.. " She blurted out blushing profusely She bit her lip waiting for his reaction

"What !!! " He swore and put on the brake halting the car on the side of the road trying to absorb the news..

On the other side :

"Shut up you bas***d.. " Steve spoke angrily "I just cameback to London. And you seriously expect me to come and meet you now.. "

"Yes I do " The man spoke from the other end "Give a thought on it Steve.. Come and meet us or the deal is over.. "

"You arrogant foolish man.. " He swore under his breath.. "Ok fine.. I am now rushing back to your office.. I will meet you within fifteen minutes.. "

"That's better " The man laughed and hanged up.

"Better my foot.. " Steve muttered as he started to drive in full speed

"I don't know what to say "Armaan mumbled feeling numb in happiness.. "Shilpa.. I am so happy.. "

Shilpa laughed softly hearing him so shocked.. "I know how you feel Armaan.. Even I am stunned.. "

"Didn't I say you will be pregnant.. " He spoke happily grinning widely "Oh darling we are having a baby "

She laughed once again hearing him so elated.. And then she sobered slight "I wish you were here Armaan.. To share the news with me.. We should be celebrating.. " She sniffed "I wish I was there with you right now. "

Armaan himself sobered and thought over her comment.. His face grew determined as he spoke instantly "Shilpa !! I m right now arranging a flight ticket for you.. Pack your clothes and wait for my call.. "

"Ohh Armaan ! " She beamed happily "I will pack right away.. I cant wait to see you "

"Even I can wait anymore baby.. " He spoke lovingly "Now that you are pregnant I don't wish you spend even a minute away from you.. I love you Shilpa.. "

"I love you Armaan.. " She spoke crying softly and cut the call.. Laughing she ran to the closet and got her suitcase staring to pack..

Armaan increased his speed as he started to hurry back home.. He had spoken and arranged the ticket of next flight for her to come london.. Which meant he had to reach home and arrange everything fast before she would reach here He smiled happily as he realized he was going to be a father.. She was having his baby.. That reminded him of how long they had been waiting for this happiness.. Lost in his thoughts he drove when suddenly a light flashed infront of his eyes.. He cursed and got control of his car as he noticed the car coming towards him

Steve swore as he lost control on his car.. The light flashed infront of his eyes as he tried to put on break. He swore once again as his car hit the one which came towards his uncontrollable..

"Please no " Armaan prayed in his heart as he tried to gain back the control once again But he couldn't.. He couldn't stop his car from hitting the one infront of his.. He closed his eyes when suddenly both car's rolled and

Armaan tried to move but he felt numb in pain.. He opened his eyes to see blood all over him as he lay on the road helpless Beside him he heard a whimper and he realized it must be the driver of the other car.. He couldn't move.. He couldn't even keep his eyes open.. He started to faze out into unconsciousness Infront of his eyes flashed Shilpa's face.. His baby, his parents, his friends.. All the memories rushed infront of his eyes as if he was going to loose them He whimpered on the thoughtBefore his eyes fully closed he mumbled her name in pain "Shilpa "

"Armaan " Shilpa whispered his name uneasily as she stared down at her packed bag.. She didn't knew why but suddenly she was feeling a strange uneasiness inside her.. As if something was wrong.. As if something terrible had happened. She closed her eyes and tried to block away the negative thoughts.. She tried to smile when Veena rushed inside her room.. "All packed ? "

Shilpa smiled widely and nodded.. "Yes mom.. I am now waiting for Armaan to call me.. "

Three man stood infront of the two who lay on the road injured.."Thankgod we are here before police.." David spoke "Check on that guy while I do on Steve.. "

He knelt infront of Steve and checked his pulse "Shit man ! Steve is head.. "

"What !!! " Robin gave a horrified look "Steve is dead ?? Omg.. "

Logan was quiet for a while and then he spoke "Guys.. This man is still alive.. I guess just unconscious.. "

David glanced at him with a grim expression He thought for a while and stood up when they heard police siren from little far.. He cursed and spoke quickly.. "We will take Steve with us.. We cant let police find his body.. They will instantly know who he is.. "

"But what about this man.. "Robin questioned.. Three of them stared down at the man who lay unconscious A cunning smile formed on David's lips as he ordered them.. "Take him also along with us.. "

"But.. " Logan tried to protest when David glared at him which silenced him instantly

"We take him with us. " David spoke firmly "And then we will decided what to do with this stranger.. "

After an Hour :

Shilpa rushed downstairs carrying her bag when she noticed everyone sitting the living room silently. She noticed Raj and Sameer with ashen faces while Veena cried softly Balraj set far with a shocked look on his face.. This wasn't good.. Shilpa knew as she joined them nervously..

"Whats wrong.. " She asked nervously as all of them glanced at her sadly.. Sameer stood up and walked to her.. "Shilpa. We have to tell you something "

Shilpa shook her head.. "I don't have time Sameer.. Armaan will call me in a while.. "

Veena broke into more tears which started to worry Shilpa "Why is she crying ? " She glanced at Sameer with a thudding heart.. "Whats wrong Sameer.. "

Sameer shook his head as he glanced at her sadly.. Shilpa felt more uneasy "Sameer please tell me whats wrong "

Raj joined them and placed a hand on Sameer's shoulder supportively He also glanced at her with the same grim expression which scared her.. This wasn't good.. "Tell me !!! "

"Shilpa.. " Sameer began sadly.. "Armaan have been in a accident.. "

Shilpa shook her head as tears formed in her eyes. She braced for the terrible thing to hear. "No Please No !! "

"Shilpa.. " He spoke again.. "It was a terrible accident.. Two cars collided " His voice faded off as she sank into the floor sobbing

"No !! " She held Sameer's leg crying "Please tell me you are lying Please tell me it's a joke.. "

Sameer stared down at her as his own eyes grew misty.. He swore and turned away as Raj knelt infront of her.. Shilpa glanced at Veena who was crying miserably while Balraj was in shock "Raj " She glanced at him and held his hand.. "Tell me this is not true. "

"I am so sorry Shilpa " He croaked.. "We don't even know where his body is.. It was a terrible accident.. Police didn't even find his body yet.. "

Shilpa whimpered as tears fell from her eyes. Suddenly she felt all numb she tried to think of him Armaan.. No longer in her life.. No longer there to see their baby. She couldn't even imagine it

She fell on the floor crying badly "He is coming to get me.. " She sobbed "He promised to come for me.. He cant lie !!! Armaan is not dead. !! "

Raj himself was in tears but held her..Shilpa cried for a long time.. But as she grew tired slowly she started to fade in unconsciousness.. "Armaan is not dead. " She mumbled "Armaan isint dead.. "

"Damn !!! " Armaan cursed and he blinked and opened his eyes.. He studied the surrounding in daze.. He tried to sit up when someone pushed him to lie back again

"David !! " The men beside him called someone..

"What Robin.. " Armaan stared at the men who came towards them. Who was he.. Who are these people..

"He is gaining consciousness.. "Robin spoke quickly..

"Be careful David "Logan whispered warningly.. David gave a nod and set beside the man who stared at him frowning..

"Who are you.. ? " He asked gently

Armaan frowned further as he closed his eyes trying to think.. Who was he ? He tried to find answers within his head But it came out all Blank

"I don't know.." He mumbled as he stared around.. Damn he couldn't remember his own name or where he had come from.. What was this place.. And what were they doing here..

"What you mean you don't know " David demanded

"I don't remember a damn thing " Armaan croaked as he winced in pain "Who I am Where I came from.. What this place is.. I don't know a thing.. " He mumbled frustratedlyThe men stared at him in shock for a while David studied him while he tried to absorb the truth.. Suddenly his mind started to race with a plan.. Steve was dead.. This men was alive.. And he had no memory.. Surely he could come with a good plan.

"Can you tell me who I am.. " Armaan asked suddenly growing tired.. He tried to think but his memories were blank.. He couldn't recall a thing

David gave a sly smile and held his head as he stared down in his eyes intently.. Robin and Logan exchanged confused looks as David spoke softly. "Its nothing to worry.. We will help you.. "

"And yes.. Welcome back.. STEVE. "

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Part 14

1 year 3 Months later :

"We are destined together.. Forever.. Arent we'" She questioned him once again in the darkness.. He felt frustrated once again as like many times he couldn't make out her face..

"Yes' But' Who are you' " He questioned in daze.. He tried to touch her but she kept fading off.. slowly..

"You know me.. " She spoke lovingly' "You heart knows.. "

"Hey ! Wait don't go' " He tried once again.. But she kept fading off as he tried to get closer once again..

"Come back to me.. " She whispered painfully.. "Please come back.. "

"Wait' "

"Comeback to me.. "

"Stop !! "

"Comeback'.. "

Steve work up panting and sweating profusely' He cursed under his breath and cleared his face with a frustrated moan.. The same dream which kept haunting him from last one year had comeback once again. He felt confused and irritated.. Whenever he tried to get closer.. Whenever he tried to touch the mysterious girl she would fade away' "Who the hell are you' " He muttered in anger as he tried to click something in her mind.. Something anything which was in his memory. But no.. Instead his mind was blank like it had been from past one year..

He got up from the bed putting on his jeans.. Turning around he glanced at the mirror reminding himself who he was' "Robin !!! " He barked out as he headed out of his room with a foul mood..

"Yo Steve " Devlin broke into a grin as he saw Steve join them in the living room.. Steve passed a glance at the 17 year old Teenager , David's younger brother who set watching TV lost in his own world.. He loved this kid. He was one person with whom he could hang around without any awkwardness.. The boy understood him more than anyone else.. Though he still couldn't understand why he was in their gang he didn't bother asking anymore.. He liked having Devlin around him..

"Hey kid " He muttered ruffling his hair.. Devlin scowled and brushed off his hand.. "Who are you referring as kid dude.. I am no kid anymore.. "

"Yea yea you are a grown up adult.. " Steve scoffed grinning at him.. Devlin grinned back at him in agreement.. "Exactly' "

"Steve ! " Robin joined them hurriedly' Steve frowned as he studied the middle age bald man infront of him.. Robin , was more of their assistant than friend.. It was easy having him around.. Specially for Steve..

"I need to contact with Phillips.. " He muttered narrowing his gaze.. "And yea inform David I am not into killing. Scaring off this guy for a good is my cup of tea.. "

"Heard and followed.. " David drawled as he and Logon joined them.. Steve glanced at the two man who smiled broadly at him.. It was good, they were good friends to him.. But deep inside he didn't knew why but he felt as if David and Logan was more of enemy to him.. He couldn't much get along with them. He was more better of with Devlin and Robin..

"And here comes the two heroes.. " Devlin joked sparing a glance at his brother.. "Hello big Brother.. "

"Devlin.. " It didn't go unnoticed to Steve the way David's face softened seeing his small brother.. He felt the same way about him.. He interrupted their talks' "David.. I am not into killing.. "

"Who says we are going to Kill Phillips.. " David spoke innocently.. "We just need to scare of him.. Scare of him for a good.. "

"I like Steve in this group.. " Devlin remarked.. "He does know killing.. But god knows how all this people are always scared of him' As if he is like some devil.. "

Steve grinned at Devlin while David narrowed his eyes at him..

"Your forgetting its our prime motive " David huffed..

"Killing does no good.. "Steve spoke calmly.. "I am no good in it.. "

"But.. " David tried to protest when Steve interrupted him smoothly'

"You still need me.. " Steve grinned devilishly' "I am good at showing people how seriously I take my threats.. It does get up good deal of Money.. "

David warily studied him and smiled.. "Exactly Dude.. " And then he drawled.. "What would we have done without you' Steve.. "

"No ! You sit straight.. Yes like a good boy.. " Shilpa instructed the infant who set on the bed staring at her in wonder.. She smiled and kissed his chubby baby cheeks.. "My my Arav' Arent you growing up.. You are now three months old baby" She spoke in wonder as she stared down at her beautiful baby.. He grinned at her as if understanding her words.. Her eyes grew misty as she noticed the dimple form on his left cheek, reminding her of someone'

"Ohh " She spoke sniffing slightly.. "You look just like your daddy' " Why Armaan.. Why did you go.. You promised to stay always.. She thought painfully.. Its so hard for me to live.. But I have to.. For Arav.. Our Baby'

Arav studied her with a curious look trying to understand her sadness.. Shilpa hurriedly cleared her tears.. She always tried to stay happy infront of Arav.. It always saddened him whenever he saw he cry.. So eventhough it broke her heart she would always control her feelings infront of him.. NO matter how much Arav resembled to his father..

"We are late !! We should get going now.. " Shilpa spoke putting him in the small baby cot.. He shrieked happily understanding they were going out.. Shilpa smiled happily and headed downstairs carrying him..

"Hey mom.. Dad.. " Shilpa greeted them happily as she joined them.. Veena and Balraj smiled happily seeing her.. As Arav noticed his grandparents his face lit up happily'

"Oh see my boy is looking so handsome today.. " She spoke staring down at Arav with a content smile' Balraj studied him in wonder and gave a smile..

"We are going to meet Suzi.. Arent we Arav' " Shilpa spoke hurriedly.. "Mom I have to leave now bye.."

She bid them bye and headed outside smiling.. "Lets go Arav we don't want to be late.. "

"Steve " Phillips spoke nervously' "Dude just let me go.. I swear I wont bother any of you.. "

Steve stretched himself in the cozy chair and ran his gaze around the casino club.. He looked back at Phillips with a lazy smile.. "Too Late man.. You have interfered and Now.. " He straightened up staring at him intently.. "You are going to pay for it.. "

Phillips shifted uncomfortably and tried to leave.. But he set back again as Steve threw a threatening look.. "Don't even think of it man.. If you leave we will track you down.. And after that whatever happens with you.. "

"Ok stop ! " Phillips spoke quickly.. "I will pay back the money.. Within a month.. Just give me a month."

"A month " Steve drawled thoughtfully.. He leaned back to his chair and decided.. "Ok fine.. I give you a month.. Pay back whatever you have taken from us.. And then we let you be in peace.. "

"And.. What if I cant pay' " Phillips stammered in fear'

A cunning smile formed on Steve's lips.. "Then we will show you where hell is.. "

"Suzi !! " Shilpa spoke happily as she hugged her old time friend.. "Shilpa " Suzy grinned back at her as they took their seats in the corner table' Shilpa kept Arav's cot on the chair beside and studied him while he slept peacefully.. Suzy leaned to him in awe.. "Just see my baby cake is so beautiful.. " And then she pouted.. " So much of excitement that he fell asleep "

Shilpa laughed glancing a look at her boy.. "You know Arav.. He gets tired easily.. And ofcourse he will sleep he is just 3 months old yet.. "

Suzy smiled at her but sobered seeing Shilpa stare at her son with a longing look.. She sighed and pressed her hand.. "Shilpa.. You miss him right.. "

"Too much " Shilpa agreed sadly.. "Its like he is always around me.. Arav looks like him so much.. I cant help.. "

Suzy nodded in agreement and tried to divert her attention.. "Shilpa guess what. Raj called me last night.. " She grinned like a sixteen year old teenager.. "He said sorry and even brought me flowers today.. "

Shilpa shook her head in wonder.. Still not being able to believe Raj and Suzi were dating.. But she had a idea they would match when she had introduced them to eachother in a party.. Shilpa smiled at her friend.. "That's so good.. And give a hell of time to Raj.. "

"I will " Suzi agreed grinning happily..

Soon they busied themselves in lunch and gossip.. Shilpa laughed when suddenly she felt a tap on her shoulder.. She turned around and smiled widely getting up.. "Sameer !! " She hugged him as he hugged her back warmly.. "What a pleasant surprise.. SO glad to see you here.. "

"Hey Shilpa.. Hey Suzy.. " Sameer greeted them both with a smile'

"What are you' " Her smile faded off as she noticed Seema who stood behind him.. A tension formed between them as they stared at eachother awkwardly.. Seema came towards her hesitantly and greeted her kissing her cheek.. "Hello Shilpa.. "

Shilpa gave a polite smile.. "Hi Seema.. How are you.. "

"Fine.. " She spoke and spared a glance at the baby.. " He is beautiful.. "

"Thank you.. " Shilpa mumbled glancing back at Arav' Sameer stepped forward and studied the baby.. "Hello Junior Armaan' "

Shilpa actually flinched at his words while Suzy shifted uncomfortably.. Seema understood her pain but stepped back knowing it wasn't her place to share the pain.. Sameer glanced at Shilpa with a guilty look.. "I am sorry.. It just came out of my mouth.. "

Shilpa gave him a wobbly smile.. "You said the truth.. Arav looks just like his daddy.. "

Sameer sighed and took Shilpa's hand.. "Shilpa if ever I have hurt you I am really sorry.. "

Shilpa understood what Sameer was referring to.. She knew he was pointing out to the fact he was dating Seema.. Going to Marry her.. Shilpa knew she had to let go the matter and forgive her.. And forget the past..

"Its ok Sameer.. " Shilpa spoke sincerely.. " I have no problem.. Stop feeling guilty everytime.. "

Sameer was convinced.. Beside them Seema listened to their talks in tears.. She took a step back and hurried away silently.. Sameer noticed her leave and winced.. He glanced back at Shilpa and pressed her hand.. "I will leave now.. Bye.. "

"Bye Sameer.. " Shilpa whispered as she noticed Sameer run after Seema'

"What the hell !! " Steve shouted as he joined Devlin who set in far corner along with two girls , a beer in his hand.. He rushed to him and sent away the girl, took the drink from his hand and poured to the floor..

"Damn you Steve ! " Devlin complained angrily.. "I was just having some fun.. "

"Fun my foot.. " He stabbed a finger a Devlin.. "You aren't allowed to drink until you are 18"

Beside them David chuckled while Logan and Robin stared at them amused.. Devlin made a face and complained again.. "Atleast you could have let the girls be with me. I wanted to have some fun.. "

"Yea right.. Fun.. " Steve spoke sarcastically giving a warning glance to Devlin who grew silent at once..

"Fun reminds me.. " David muttered' "I need to have some fun tonight.. Now where is my girl for tonight.. "

Steve rolled his eyes and set back in the sofa playing with his whiskey.. Devlin studied him quietly and spoke.. "For a change Steve , why don't you take some girl with you tonight.. "

"NO ! " He spoke with a hardened expression.. That reminded him of one drunken night' Being manipulated by David he had dragged a girl along with him.. But when he entered the room he stared to feel suffocated.. A uneasiness started to crawl inside him warning him off every single second.. The girl who came to his dreams her voice haunted him.. At last he had sent off the girl and got into bed alone.. And dreamed again about the girl.. Since then he hadn't bothered with doing a fling with anyone..

"Steve seems to be celibate.. " Logan drawled jokingly.. "Looks like he have sworn off girls.. "

Robin chuckled as David pressed him.. " Come on Dude.. For a change why not take one tonight.. "

Exactly why not.. One part of his mind asked.. And the next part protested instantly.. Because a girl will haunt your mind through out a night..

Devlin studied him again and spoke.. "Steve cant do it man.. The girl will haunt him to the death if he does right' The girl who comes to his dreams. "

"Devlin.. " Steve warned him off and took him by collar' "Lets go to the bar.. You and Me.. "

"Sure " He grinned and followed Steve to downstairs..

David studied them leave in silence.. Beside him Logan shifted and questioned.. "David.. What do you think.. Who is this girl haunting Steve.. "

"Must be some lover. " Robin suggested them..

"Whatever " David muttered taking a swig from his cigarette.. " As long as he is Steve.. No women from past will come close to him.. We wont let.. "

Logan rubbed his chin thoughtfully and asked.. "And what if he gains back his memory.. "

"Then we wont have much choice do we.. " David stretched to his chair and sneered.. "We will kill him.."

"Come on Steve.. You know I didn't lie back there right.. " Devlin spoke sitting beside him.. "The girl haunts you always.. I wonder who she is.. Is she pretty.. "

"I don't know.. " Steve shrugged his shoulders.. "I cant say.. I never saw her face.. " he let out a ragged breath.. "I just hear her pleading voice.. "

"What does she say.. " Devlin asked curiously'

"Comeback to me.. " He mummered' "Whatever I don't care.. " He spoke gritting his teeth..

Devlin patted on his back.. "Let it go and who knows.. Maybe she would come running to you oneday.. And you will get to know who this women is.. "

Steve thought over it and drawled taking a sip from his drink.. "Exactly' Who knows.. "

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PRECAP

"Seema ! I know you wish to End this.. But once listen to me.. "

"First listen to me Sameer.. I need to tell you something very important.. "

"Yea ? "

"Armaan " She spoke hurriedly.. "He is alive.. "

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Part 15

'Hey darling " Steve gritted his teeth as he heard the sultry voice behind him.. Grimacing he turned around and face the women.. Lisa brown, a wealthy young brat who always wished to have things according to her.. He knew he was only torturing her presence because she was good friend of David.. Other than that he had no interest her.. No matter how seductive or appealing she tried to look infront of him. She was beautiful , but he had already given up trying to like her.. He had no time to waste on women..

"Hey Lisa " Steve muttered staring around avoiding her gaze.. Lisa grew disappointed seeing him avoid her , just like always.. "Steve ! Cant you act little friendly even for a onenight.. "

A retort was almost out of his lips as she embraced herself close to him'He grew still as she tried to get closer. With a caution look he tried to step back, but she tightened her grip.. "Loosen up Steve.. If you want maybe we can act more than friendly.. "

Steve clenched his teeth and drew back from her embrace feeling uncomfortable.. He already knew his heart was rejecting her presence.. And ryt now he was too tired up to act friendly with her.. "Sorry Lisa.. You are just not my type.. " He drawled with a smirk

Her eyes grew wide as her mouth was wide open.. She stared at him stunned in fury as he walked away from her coolly.. "Damn you Steve.. "

"Hey man.. " David greeted him as he joined them in the corner' "You looked quiet busy back there.." He spoke jokingly sparing a glance at Lisa..

Steve rolled his eyes and murmured' "Then you must have also noticed the fury in her eyes as I rejected her.. "

David tried to speak when Steve interrupted again.. "Give it up man.. I am not interested in doing a fling.."

David narrowed his eyes and gave a tight nod.. Both of them straightened up their clients joined them.. "Hello Mr.Ramon and Dsouza " David greeted them with a warm smile.. "I must say this is really a good party.. "

Ramon glanced around with a smile and nodded.. "Indeed it is a good party.. We made sure we will be able to please every guest.. " Then he spared a glance at Steve and stared at him frowning.. Steve narrowed his eyes seeing the confusion rise in his eyes..

"Mr.Ramon.. " Steve began cautiously.. "You seem to be surprised seeing me "

"I' Yes " Ramon stammered in confusion.. "I must ask you gentlemen.. Do I know you ? Whats your name ?"

David grew still as he spared a horrified look at Robin and Logan who glanced back at him in panic.. Steve frowned badly and spoke.. "Sure you know me.. I am Steve.. "

"Steve ???? " Ramon spoke in disbelief' "But' "

"Mr.Ramon " David spoke quickly hurrying to him.. "I must say I have a very urgent talk to do with you.."

David sensed more danger as Ramon tried to protest.. "But.. That man says.. "

"Its very urgent Ramon.. " David muttered out with a look of warning which silenced Ramon.. He gave a tight nod as David turned to Logan.. "Logan.. Take Mr.Ramon with you and give details to him of this urgent work.. " Logan shared a knowing look with him.. "Yes sir.. "

David held his eyes and spoke meaninglyfully.. "And make sure you explain him very deeply.. Don't spare any details.. "

David took a breath of relief as Ramon walked away with Logan.. He turned around as Steve pounced on him.. "What the hell was that man saying.. "

"Oh its nothing.. " David spoke coolly.. "Ramon was just surprised seeing you back after such a long time.. "

"But " Steve tried to protest as Robin interrupted him.. "Steve there is a call for you u need to come right now.. "

"Ok " Steve muttered and followed him sparing a suspicious glance at David..

A while later Logan joined him with a satisfied look.. "Took care of the matter David.. Ramon wont utter a word to Steve now.. I made sure I warned him good enough.. "

"That's good.. "David nodded frowning.. "I still cant believe I missed out Ramon.. I thought I did warn off almost all the clients who had known Steve personally.. Its good that we took care of the matter at the right moment.. "

"Exactly " Logan agreed.. "Otherwise imagine the man learning he isn't Steve and' "

"Shut up Logan.. "David muttered glaring at him.. "We are in public.. And don't worry about Steve learning the truth.. " He spared a look at Steve who stood talking.. "He will be living the life of Steve nothing else.. "

"I cant believe this.. " Seema spoke mortified as she stared at Sameer who stood infront of her door..

"Will you just let me in.. " Sameer spoke impatiently.. He was hardly being able to hold up himself after taking such a long flight.. But they had parted out with a big tiff and he knew he had to come to her and correct things..

"No ! " She muttered out angrily.. And then sighed seeing him tired face.. "What are you doing here Sameer.. You didn't have to come to London.. "

"Ofcourse I had to.. " He spoke pushing her away and walking inside the apartment' He glanced around and took a seat on sofa.. "You clothes are still unpacked.. "

"That's because I am only here for a day Sameer.. " Seema spoke impatiently.. "I told you I only came for charity event.. I intend to leave as it ends. "

"That's good.. " He spoke satisfied.. "Then we will go back together.. "

"Sameer " Seema warned angrily'

"NO Seema.. I am not listening to you this time.. Just because you say things are over between us it doesn't have to.. "

Her expression grew pained as she looked away.. "Please Sameer.. Its already over.. I have too much to regret in life.. "

"Seema.. " Sameer sighed' "How much will you regret.. From a past year I have seen you regret every single day.. How much will you punish yourself.. Let it go now.. "

"I cant.. " She protested sadly' And then she stood up hurrying to the bedroom.. "I better put on my dress and leave.. I am already late for the charity event.. "

"Seema " Sameer stood up and tried to follow her when she turned to him.. "No Sameer.. Not right now' "

He stood defeated as she walked away quickly'

3 hours later..

"Oh that went pretty well.. " Seema muttered out half tired and half satisfied.. The charity event had gone pretty well than she had expected.. Now she needed a good sleep and rest' Just then she realized.. Sameer was in her house.. Waiting.. She grimaced knowing how hard it was for her to hurting him so bad.. But she already knew they both weren't meant for eachother.. Too much faults from past were there to haunt her..

She came out of her thoughts as suddenly the taxi came to a halt.. Seema gasped as she almost fell from the seat.. Sitting back she asked shaking.. "Did we get into a accident.. "

"So sorry Mam " The taxi driver apologized.. "Didn't see the car coming infront of me.. "

Seema got out of the taxi along with the driver.. The driver took a sigh of relief "No damage done.. Its was almost hit.. "

Seema smiled at him and tried to calm down her thudding heart.. Just then the car which stood infront of them opened and a tall guy walked out of it.. " She frowned as she tried to make out his face but it was hard.. She was almost questioning when suddenly the guy came out to the light.. As his face became clear she gasped loudly and stared at him in shock.. Oh god this cant be real, could it be ? She wondered bewildered as she stared at the man infront of her' Armaan Mallik'

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Part 16

Steve narrowed his eyes seeing the women's shocked expression as he faced her.. Growing uncomfortable he questioned her cautiously.. "I hope no one is hurt.. "

Seema shook her head trying to pull out herself from the shock' She tried to speak but no words came out of her mouth.. Instead as she stood mum she heard the driver come to rescue.. " That was close.. Try to keep a eye on road man that was nearly a accident.. "

Steve gave a nod and muttered impatiently' "That wont happen again, I will make sure of it.. " He gave a curious look at the women who was still quiet' "I hope you are not hurt lady.. Sorry for the inconvenience.. " He stared to turn back hurriedly.. "Right now I am in hurry to leave , I must go.. "

You fool !! Why didn't you stop him' Seema questioned herself in anger as she set back in the taxi' Her body was still recovering from the jolt she had just received by seeing him.. Can it really be Armaan.. She thought restlessly' Whatever it is I have to tell about him to Sameer as soon as possible'

"Where the hell were you ?? " Sameer demanded as she walked inside the house quietly' "You had been gone for hours.. Do you even know how worried I was.. "

Sameer set beside her frowning as he noticed how quiet she was.. "Will you answer me.. ! "

Seema gave a blank look and stared back at the wall.. His frown deepened seeing her so tensed.. "Whats wrong Seema.. "

She glanced at him as her eyes grew uncertain.. Hesitantly she spoke.. "Sameer.. You wont believe who I just came across with' "

"Who ? " Sameer asked suspiciously as he relaxed beside her' He rubbed her arms seeing her so stiff trying to comfort her..

"I just saw Armaan' " She whispered out softly'

"What !!!! " Sameer stood up stunned as he stared at her as if he had seen a ghost' "You gotta be kidding me' " He spluttered out trying to overcome the shock..

"I am not joking Sameer.. " She spoke with a serious tone as her eyes pleaded.. "You must believe me.. "

Seema quietly narrated the incident which had occurred an hour ago.. As she finished Sameer started to pace restlessly.. "Surely you must have mistaken Seema.. " He muttered out angrily.. "You must have seen someone else.. Armaan Mallik is Dead ! "

"No he is not !! " Seema shouted out in equal frustration.. "I saw him from these eyes.. I cant do such a big mistake.. It was Armaan and I am hundred percent sure about it.. Why should I be lying about such a big thing !!! You have to believe me. IT WAS ARMAAN !! "

Sameer stared at her taken back by her outburst' He grew more tensed as he started to believe she was saying the truth' "But how can it be possible.. We were told Armaan is dead.."

"Sameer you are forgetting something.. " Seema cleared out.. " They never found Armaan's dead body.."

A chill ran down his spine as he realized it.. "Yes they didn't' " Still doubts ran through his mind.. "But what if it was someone else.. What if it wasn't Armaan.. "

Seema sighed and moved closer to Sameer placing a comforting hand on his shoulder.. "And by chance.. What if he is Armaan ? "

Sameer stared at her for a long time , acknowledging the facts' He sighed heavily and spoke.. "We must leave immediately' We have to tell Shilpa.. "

"I cant believe this' " Shilpa muttered out sniffing slightly.. "All these days.. Finally I accepted that Armaan is dead.. " She stated out painfully' "Now you guys are saying he might be alive.. ? "

Seema stood near the corner as she stared at a broken Shilpa sadly.. She felt guilty seeing her cry.. But for once she felt as if she was doing something correct.. Maybe it would help her to overcome the wrong deeds she had done with Shilpa..

Sameer and Raj set beside Shilpa and passed a knowing look at each other' Sameer sighed and held her hand.. "Shilpa.. Think about it.. There is a hope Armaan is alive.. Doesn't that make you happy.. "

"Just once think about Arav.. " Raj prompted softly' "If Armaan is alive, Arav is going to get back his Dad.. "

Shilpa glanced down at her baby who slept in the cot peacefully.. Her eyes grew teary as she thought about the possibility of Armaan being alive.. Could it really happen.. Was he really alive.. She grew more restless as questioned dawned her.. She had been mourning over him from a long time.. Ofcourse she knew she would be over the moon if he was really alive.. But still fear and doubt was killing her softly..

"But' " She spoke hesitantly.. "What if he is not Armaan.. What if he is some other man.. "

Sameer grimaced as he heard the question.. Exactly the words he had repeated to Seema sometime ago' He glanced at Seema who nodded back to him understandingly'

"Shilpa' " Seema started out softly' "I wont say you have to believe me when I say its Armaan.. I myself cant be sure its him' "

"And why cant you be sure.. " Raj spoke narrowing his eyes' He grew quiet as Sameer gave a warning look at him..

Seema ignored their looks and answered.. "That's because the man who came infront of me didn't recognize me.. "

"What' " Shilpa asked stunned..

"Yes Shilpa.. " Seema muttered out softly' "He behaved like a stranger' He didn't recognize me at all.. Infact he hurried away as if he never saw me in his life.. "

Shilpa sniffed again as she tried not to be upset hearing her words.. What if that man was really a stranger.. Wouldn't Armaan recognize Seema if it was really him.. She grew tired as the questions kept haunting her..

"What am I supposed to do now.. " Shilpa cried helplessly' Sameer held her and spoke firmly.. "You don't have to worry about that' We have already contacted a private investigator.. He has started his work.. "

Shilpa gave a nod as Raj spoke gently' "I am sure he will come out with something good.. He is a great friend of mine.. He is good at his work.. I know he will clear out for us who this man really is.. "

Shilpa smiled at them' "Thank you so much guys' I don't know what I might have done without you guys' "

"You already know we are always with you' I cant let down Armaan.. " Sameer replied with a smile'

Raj gave a bitter smile as he tried to hide his sadness.. "Armaan was our best friend.. Last thing we wish to see is someone who matters to him so badly get hurt.. "

Shilpa exchanged grateful looks with them and got up feeling much better.. "Lets hope we get to hear something from investigator soon.. " Please let him be my Armaan' She gave a silent prayer..

They nodded agreeing with her' "Shilpa' Are you planning telling to Armaan's parents.. " Sameer asked frowning'

"No ! " She replied instantly' "If this man is not Armaan.. " She grimaced on the thought' "It would hurt them if they raise false hope.. "

"True'" Raj stood up with a nod.. "I guess I better leave now, I will try to hear a word from investigator soon.. "

"Even I have a meeting in a while.. " Sameer spoke glancing down at his watch.. He glanced briefly at Seema.. "Lets go Seema, I will drop you home.. "

"NO.. " She replied instantly and noticed Sameer clench his jaw' "I will get home myself.. " She reassured him.. "You are getting late you should leave.. "

Sameer gritted his teeth "Fine As you wish.. " And then he stormed out of the house in anger' Seema flinched on his response and glanced away sadly.. Shilpa passed a awkward look at her and muttered.. "I will get some water for myself.. "

Seema closed her eyes and set on the chair trying to calm down herself.. She knew she better leave now.. There was exactly no talk she could do with Shilpa.. Knowing how things were still awkward between them.. With a sigh she stood up to leave when suddenly she heard a cry behind her' Seema turned around to see Arav who was crying in his cot as he woke up from his sleep'

"Hey boy.. " She whispered as she set infront of him slowly nudging the cot.. Arav stopped his cries and curiously studied Seema' Seema held her breath as he stared at her.. And then he relaxed and gave a big smile which melted her heart instantly'

"Looks like he likes you' " Shilpa spoke as she joined them with a smile' Seema glanced at her quickly and stood up.. "I am sorry.. I think I should leave.. "

Shilpa shook her head instantly taking Arav in her arms.. "No you shouldn't.. I have no problem with you being here.. "

Seema relaxed and glanced at Arav who was still smiling at her shyly' She smiled back at him.. "He is so beautiful' He looks all like Armaan.. "

For her surprise Shilpa didn't flinch on the comment.. Instead she smiled happily' "Yes he does' Arent you Arav ? " The baby laughed as Shilpa tickled him' He placed his head on her neck and sighed softly' Seema smiled widely seeing the bonding' She spoke hesitantly' "Shilpa.. I just pray for onething' I really hope this man turns out to be Armaan.."

Shilpa felt her eyes grew misty as she glanced down at Arav.. "I hope the same Seema.. I badly do.. "

Seema came forward and pressed her hand which she took affectionately.. Exchanging understanding looks She stepped back feeling happy.. "I guess I will leave now.. You take care.. "

"Sure I will " Shilpa murmured as Seema started to leave' "One minute Seema.. " She called her hurriedly..

Seema stopped and turned around facing her with a frown.. Shilpa just smiled' "Thank you for doing all this for me.. For Arav.. And I have to tell you that whatever happened between us in past.. I have forgiven it.. "

Seema stared at her as grateful tears filled in her eyes' Suddenly she felt all burden go off her shoulders as she smiled in relief' "Thank you Shilpa.. Thank You.. "

"Raj' Are you sure he is coming now.. ?? " Shilpa asked impatiently as they waited for the investigator to arrive.. A week had passed and after waiting for a answer all this days finally the investigator had contacted them saying he had all informations ready'

"Don't worry Shilpa.. He will be here soon.. " Raj assured her as he exchanged looks with Sameer who set beside him..

"I am here.. " The investigator spoke with a smile as he entered his office.. "Sorry I had been late.. I had a small work pending to finish.. Hope you guys didn't have to wait for long time.. "

"No not at all man.. " Raj spoke

"Shall I get you anything to drink' ? " He offered them'

"No.. Can we please get into the investigation.. " Shilpa asked hopefully' Sameer smiled seeing her impatience.. Yes Mr.Bose.. We shall discuss the details now.."

"Very well then.. " Bose smiled as he set beside them in the sofa.. He took the files in his hands and opened them' He placed several photos on the desk.. Infront of her lay photos of a man in business attire, rugged look ,Shilpa felt herself grow tensed' "Armaan.."

"Steve " Bose corrected her instantly' "His name is Steve.. Now. "

"What do you mean by Now..??? " Sameer asked confused as they grew alert'

"What I mean is.. This man is acting to be Steve' Which he isint actually.. "

Shilpa gasped as Raj spoke hurriedly' "He is acting.. ??? Do you mean to say this man is' Armaan.. "

Bose gave a blank look not revealing the truth' He placed a photo of stranger on the desk.. "This man.. Is actually Steve' "

"I don't understand this.. " Sameer spoke quietly' "Whats going on.. But firstly what is does this Steve do.. "

"Good question' " Bose pointed out.. "Its actually a mob gang' In where Steve works.. " Bose placed several photos on desk again.. " And these are men who work along with him' And about what they do.. They do every illegal work which happens in any Gang.. "

Shilpa tensed instantly.. "No way it cant be Armaan.. He cant be inside any illegal work.. "

"Exactly.. "Raj agreed' "I am really getting confused over this Steve situation.. Who is the real steve.. "

Boss sighed and once again took the photo of the stranger.. "This is Steve.. And as I investigated I found that this man who happens to be real Steve is actually dead' "

"What.. ! " Sameer spoke in shock'

"NO wait let me finish.." Bose interrupted' "And another shocking truth is , this man which happens to be Real Steve is the guy who got in accident with Armaan Mallik that night.. "

All of them grew stunned' Shilpa felt her eyes grow wide ' "Oh my God.. "

"There is more' " Bose grimaced' "Steve happens to be dead on the spot.. According to my sources his body was discarded by the gang only' David who happens to be leader of them instructed'"

"There is more to this right.. ? " Sameer asked suspiciously as he kept hearing the shocking truth'

"Yes there is " Bose agreed' "Now another shocking thing is' I know Steve's body was discarded by them.. But we also know onething.. Armaan Mallik's body also was not found that night' "

Shilpa set back as the truth slowly started to dawn in her' Bose spoke again' "And see this photo.. " He took the picture of Armaan "This happens to be Steve Now.. So I guess you know what might have happened.. "

"Oh my god. " Sameer buried his face in his hands while Raj set in shock trying to accept the truth.. Shilpa was shaking as she stared at Bose' "You mean to say is'. "

Bose nodded agreeing' "Yes Mam.. Armaan Mallik happens to be new Steve Now.."

"But how can that be possible' " She cried out as she stood up.. "Armaan cant ever do that.. He wont abandon me and stay in some strange city'. " She threw a disgusted look at the photos' "And be with some mod gangsters.. "

"And that was a part which shocked me too.. " Bose agreed.. "Until I found out a another shocking truth' "

Shilpa felt her heartbeat increase as she questioned softly' "What truth' "

Bose stood up at stared at her grimly' "Armaan Mallik happens to have no memory of who he is' And that was used against him' From a year he has been told he is Steve' And now.. He is very much what Steve the mob gangster had been all these years.."

"I cant believe this' " Raj ran a hand through his hair frustrated' "Armaan is some mob gangster Steve now.. Doesn't make any sense.. "

"Whatever it is' " Sameer spoke finally' "We need a plan now.. A big Plan.. ! We need to get back Armaan here.. "

"But who is going to get him back' "Raj questioned

" I WILL !! " Shilpa spoke firmly as she stood up joining them.. "I will go after him.. And get him back' "

"But Mrs.Mallik' Its not safe.. "Bose tried to warn her'

Shilpa shook her head disagreeing' "I will go with Arav.. No one else comes "

"But Shilpa " Sameer protested' "You cant do this.. We can go' "

"No Sameer.. " Shilpa interrupted him.. "Don't take me to be a weak women.. By losing Armaan I have become strong enough.. And now I am going to get him back with the same confidence only' "

Raj stepped beside her holding her hand.. "Are you sure Shilpa.. You want to go through this.. "

Shilpa stared down at her wedding ring as her eyes grew misty.. "I will do Anything to get back Armaan from that hell.. Anything.. "

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Precap :

Armaan : Do i know you ?
Shilpa just stared at him stunned while he hovered over her..
He roared :I said Do you Know me !!
When she didint bother answering he snapped at Robin
"Kill her ! "
"But "
"NOW !!! "
He made the mistake of glancing at her.. Instead of fear he saw pain and hurt in them..
Taken back he took a step back
"Kill her fast.. " He mummured.. "No need to make her suffer "
He strolled out of the room.. Not having intention of seeing those sorrowful eyes stare at him.. Why the hell was that even bothering him..
He grew still as he heard a wail from the store room.. The place where she had been found hiding.. Cautiously he headed to the door and opened it.. He noticed a something move inside the fluffy blanket which was kept in corner.. He hesitated.. Taking slow steps he kneeled infront of the blanket and opened it..
A harsh gap came out of his throat.. As he took the bundle in his hands he swore loudly..."WHAT THE HELL !!! "
Blue eyed baby who looked hell a lot like him stared back at him....

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