||Tu Hi Dil Ki Beqarari|| MehRya SS Ch 9,10 &11 Pg 30 01/Jun/19 - Page 24

Chapter 9

"I am a WOLF", Shaurya'a husky voice and tingling touch were messing with Mehek's senses. His hot breath fanned her ear lobe forcing her to stifle a soft moan. From his position, he could vividly see his mark on her and felt proud of it. May be sensing his gaze, she turned her head to give him ample access to her neck. He wanted to caress his mark but refrained. Mate bond was making her vulnerable yet he knew she will be upset later. Sensing lack of his touch, she faced him. She was unable to tear her eyes from his face. Not caring to comprehend root cause of her desire, she tiptoed to reach his lips and kissed him ardently. He couldn't resist further, infact no one could deny their mate's advances beyond a point. Soon he took the lead and their tongues were dueling. They broke apart to gasp for breath. While he was pulled out of the lusty dream, Mehek was still not in her senses. She snaked her arms around his neck and pulled him closer for another kiss but he managed to stop. "Mehek, this is my office", he told her firmly. She felt as if cold water was splashed on her face.

Mehek looked around and then him. She realised her mistake and was embarrassed beyond limits. She back tracked her steps and touched her lips that had sought comfort from him. She was unable to understand her hunger for him and felt ashamed of herself. Oh God, he will think of me as an easy woman. Why did I behave like a wanton?, her self-esteem was killing her. He could read her thoughts. The mate bond was pulling her and affecting her beside him. He was having a tough time to rein it so could imagine her plight. If he hadn't abstained, their romantic tryst would have escalated to higher level. Eventhough he desired her, he didn't want to advantage of their mate bond. He wanted to win her heart first so that she will be joyful and not ashamed of their togetherness. He wanted to pull her into his arms and comfort her but he withhold his urge. "Mehek ...", he tried to talk but she quickly picked up her bad and dashed outside.

Mehek was shaking but she managed to walk ahead and had a tough time fighting her tears. She was embarrassed by her own behaviour and wanted to escape. As she reached the lift lobby, the lift opened for Vivaan and Rajeev to exit. "Luna!!! What a pleasant surprise", Vivaan exclaimed while Rajeev was also surprised. Mehek ignored Vivaan and turned to Rajeev, "Bhai, I trusted you. I cannot believe you tricked me". Rajeev was perplexed, "Calm down, Mehek. Tell me what happened". Mehek narrated the entire incident. "Mehek, I had no clue about it. Even you kept me in dark. You should have told me that you were trying for a job here. In that case, I would have warned you", Rajeev was hurt. Mehek felt guilty. She didn't want to trouble Rajeev and indeed wanted to keep him away from her career. "May be it's destiny", Vivaan joked but clearly Rajeev & Mehek were not houmoured. "I believe you have signed the employment contract since it's your first day. So you are bound to work here for atleast a month", Vivaan pointed it out quickly. "Mehek, don't worry. I will talk to Shaurya and you will relieved without difficulties", Rajeev pacified. "Wow, so cute", Vivaan mocked Rajeev, "I wish I too had a sweet brother who manages to pull favours bcoz I am too timid to face world".

"I am not a coward", Mehek snapped at Vivaan. "Ofcourse you are. I can understand your dilemma to accept Shaurya. But you both mutually agreed and broke up. Then why are you having issues to work with him? It proves that you are not brave enough", Vivaan taunted her. "Shut up, Vivaan. You are crossing the limits", Rajeev rebuked him and faced Mehek, "Mehek, you don't have to argue with a moron like him to prove yourself". Mehek was on the verge of tears. "Absolutely. No proofs needed. Bcoz I already know that you are a weakling. I am so happy that you are not my Luna", Vivaan taunted her again. "Enough!!", Shaurya's roar echoed amidst them. They all turned to find Shaurya who was not at all pleased with turn of events. Mehek looked down, unable to meet his eyes and hid her tears. "Mehek, you can quit the job. I understand your predicament so I relieve you from the contract. Please meet Bulbul and she will help you", he told her. Mehek nodded and left the trio. She took the lift and went to meet Bulbul.

"I really hope this works. It kills me double cross her", Rajeev sighed as soon as she was out of sight. He then glared at Vivaan who was grinning sheepishly, "You went a bit overboard, Vivaan. I would have smashed your jaw if a tear fell from my sister's eyes". "I would have finished him before you got a chance", Shaurya too was furious. Vivaan gulped nervously, "Bros, it was need of the hour. I am sure Luna will reconsider her decision after my taunts. She is a feisty one". Shaurya growled in anger while Rajeev rolled his eyes. "Grow up, Vivaan else one day you are going to end up in huge trouble", Rajeev advised and went to pursue Mehek.

"I really appreciate the job offer but due to personal reasons it is difficult for me to continue here", Mehek explained it to Bulbul. The tension witnessed in Shaurya's cabin was sure sign for Bulbul to understand her. "It's fine, Mehek. Mr. Khanna has allowed to waver the clause in the job contract you had signed so you are not obliged to continue here. Still as a well-wisher, I would like to advise you", Bulbul paused to gauge her reaction. Mehek eagerly looked up to her, "With your qualification, it will be difficult to find another well-paying job. Moreover the employment agency will also not be keen to give you another opportunity". Mehek signed and looked down hopelessly. "Think about it and give me a call tomorrow", Bulbul gave her business card to Mehek. She took it and left the office. Mehek aimlessly walked ahead and sat on a bench in the garden. "Coffee??", Rajeev's caring voice awoke her from her thoughts.

"I really need a job, Rajeev Bhai", Mehek told Rajeev earnestly, "But I am not confident to work with Shau...I mean Mr Khanna. I am not myself when he is around". "I understand", Rajeev told her. "No, you don't. It's an emotional roller coaster and physical torture. My mind and body revolt against me and end up butchering my self-esteem", she bit down her sobs. "Mehek, believe me when I say it is natural. It is not your fault but the mate bond", he helped her to understand, "still it is not impossible to rein it. Infact I must say you should practice to fight the bond since you have ended it with your mate. I can help you to overcome it", he spoke carefully, "Consider this job as a blessing in disguise ". Mehek looked at him anxiously and listened to tips & tricks carefully.

Next day, Shaurya was extremely glad when he got greeted by his beautiful mate who is now his dutiful secretary. A fake smile was plastered on her face yet for the time being, he was satisfied. He studied her formal attire and couldn't stop admiring that she looked good in any kind of clothes. "I am glad you decided to join. All the best Ms Sharma", he extended his hand to her. Mehek looked at his extended palm nervously and recalled Rajeev's words, "Refrain from any kind of physical contact". She gave another fake smiled and folded her hands, "Thank you, Sir". He felt strange by her actions yet nodded in acknowledgement. He craved for her touch but she was being aloof. He tried to peer into her mind but found it difficult as she was blocking him. He found Mehek squinting her eyes as if trying to focus on something. "Are you okay, Ms Sharma?", he asked her. "Mates can read one another. But it can be blocked. Try to build a wall in your mind and stop him from entering it. Focus and practice are the keys", Mehek remembered again. "I am fine, Sir. Just trying to fit into the new job", she replied professionally and gave him the schedule for the day.

It was lunch time. Mehek was all set to head out of her cabin and meet her new colleagues. She was annoyed when Shaurya summoned her. "Sir, can I have finish my lunch and come?", she asked timidly but he curtly refused. When she came in, he was already seated on the couch with few food boxes set on the table before him. "Join me for lunch", he told her. It wasn't an invitation but a statement. Yet she defied, "Sir, I better won't. It will be good if I join others. Besides I bring my own box for lunch". His blood boiled thinking of Mehek spending time with other males in his office. He wanted to spend as much as time possible with Mehek. "You are MY personal assistant. So your duty is be with me and not with others. Understood?", he told rudely. Mehek was taken aback by his response. Somehow it reminded of their initial when he had tormented her. Fearfully she nodded and sat beside him.

When he gestured, she served him food and opened her lunch box. He was unhappy by her fear. Things were not heading the way he wanted, all thanks to Rajeev and his advises to Mehek. Shauyra calmed himself and tried to chat with Mehek. "What do you have in your box?". "Hmmmm... Nothing special. Just few common dishes my mother prepared", she informed plainly. Without waiting for her permission, he took a spoon full of food from her box. He moaned in pleasure, "This is superb. Your mother has magic in her hands". She smiled at his praise and relaxed a bit. Slowly she started to talk about her mother and he listened carefully. By the time they finished their lunch, Shaurya understood that Meera, her mother is the only family Mehek has. "You told so much about your mother's cooking that I am eager to meet her and taste her food", he told cleverly. "Ofcourse. You can come anytime to our restaurant. Actually it is part of our house. It is a beautiful place and I am sure you will like it", Mehek walked right into his trap. "Then how about this weekend?", he asked quickly. Her eyes widened in shock. She never anticipated a sudden visit from him. Her mother will be happy to meet her boss. Yet deep down Mehek knew Shaurya was not only her boss but more. "Is there a problem, Ms Sharma?", he asked plainly. She gulped and gave a weak smile, "No, Sir. I will be happy to have you to my home". He smirked satisfactorily while she exited his cabin being tensed.

Chapter 10

"I hope your boss will like my food", Meera was adding final touches to her dishes. She was excited and nervous at the same time. Her daughter's new boss was visiting them and she wanted to keep it perfect. Mehek on the other hand looked dull and lost. It was not in her nature to get vexed unnecessarily but today proved to be an exception. She tried her best to give a reassuring smile to her mother. Anyways Meera didn't pay attention to her and got busy with the preparations. Mehek looked at her mother intently. How would her mother behaved if Shaurya had come as her suitor? If things were different and she was in a normal relationship with Shaurya, then may be... Her heart fluttered at the thought but she retrained her feelings. She and Shaurya were nothing but boss & employee. It is too risky to be sucked back to the whirlpool of his life. She shook her head to shake off his thoughts. 'I am near and will arrive soon', Shaurya's voice echoed in her mind. "God!!!...", she yelled in reflex and Meera glanced at her sternly. She apologized and quickly retreated to her room. 'Stop intruding into my mind', she mind linked him. "I thought it will be better to inform about my arrival', he reasoned. "Haven't you heard of phones?", she whisper yelled at him. Suddenly her phone rang and she knew who it was even before checking it out.

Mehek stood under the cold shower. She was sweating and panting. 'Why am I feeling weird? Why can't I be calm?', she questioned herself. She couldn't understand her restlessness and irritation. Above all, she had to take extra effort to keep Shaurya at bay and prevent him from entering into her mind. It was taxing and tiring. She stepped out of the shower an dried herself. She felt warm and feverish again. When she stood before mirror, she couldn't stop thinking about Shaurya. Her mind chose to replay their cozy moments. Her hazy memory portrayed him making love to her, then the vivid image of their recent heated make out at his office,..... She slapped her forehead to forbid such thoughts yet involuntarily she imagined how it will feel to have his skillful hands roam around her naked body. "Mehek, aren't you done bathing?", her mother's voice woke her from forbidden thoughts. "In a minute, Ma", she shook her head vigorously and moved to wear her dress.

'Ding. Dong', the calling bell chimed indicating arrival of their guest. Meera straightened her dress and headed to answer the door. She took a deep breath before opening the door. She expected a haughty man with a disdain attitude, probably clad in his expensive suit. But she found a pleasant guy dressed in casuals, holding a delightful bouquet of daisies. Meera smiled but doubtful whether he is actually the person they were expecting. "Hello, Ma'am. I am Shaurya Khanna", he introduced himself and she was pleasantly surprised. "Ofcourse, Mr Khanna. We were expecting you", she invited him inside. "For you", he gave the flowers and made himself comfortable on the sofa. "These are lovely, Sir", Meera was visibly impressed by his thoughtfulness. "Please call me, Shaurya", he told her and before she could protest he spoke again, "I insist". "I will call you Shaurya, if you don't address me as Madam", Meera told him joyfully.

By the time Mehek came downstairs, Meera and Shaurya had got along well and busy chatting. It warmed her heart to know that her mother is treated well by Shaurya. 'Ofcourse, I will. Afterall she is your mother and deserves to be respected', his spoke through her mind. She had let her guards down, giving him chance to invade into her thoughts. But for a change, she didn't mind. 'Thank you', she reflected her thoughts to him. Shaurya turned his attention to Mehek and smiled. Meera followed his gaze and found Mehek standing at bottom of the stairs. "There she is. You took a long time, Beta. Shaurya has been waiting for long", Meera softly rebuked her. "I am sorry to keep you waiting", Mehek apologized immediately. "No worries, Ms Sharma. Atleast I got chance to spend time with Meera Aunty", he smiled flashing his dimples at the mother - daughter duo. "You have such a nice smile, Son", Meera complemented. Mehek was unable to tear her gaze from him while looked down shyly, receiving her mother's comment. "He surely does", Mehek agreed with her mother. Meera and Shaurya were both surprised alike by her words. Mehek realized that she had spoken loudly and became beet red. To steer away the topic, Shaurya made a rueful comment that he is really hungry and eager to taste Meera's cooking.

The lunch went fine. Shaurya enjoyed the food and Meera liked his company. Yet Mehek felt strangely on edge. She was unable to keep her focus away from Shaurya. Although seated away from him, she had urge to move closer to him. She wished for the unfathomable comfort his proximity brought to her. Nevertheless she wanted their rendezvous to end and send him away before turns messy. Mehek escaped into the kitchen with an excuse to bring desserts. As soon as she was away from him, she splashed water onto her face to curb the heat that crept onto her. She dished out the ice-cream that her mother had prepared and gulped down a spoonful to calm herself. Once she felt composed, she took the tray and marched towards the dining room. "I thought you ran away with ice-cream, Mehek", her mother taunted. Mehek smiled awkwardly while Meera turned to Shaurya, "she is so fond of sweetss". Shaurya chuckled and told, "I don't have a sweet tooth so Mehek can have my share too". He looked at Mehek. Although he was playful at first, soon his gaze became intense. He gestured her to wipe remnants of sweet dish from corner of her lips but she was unable to comprehend. Meera finally noticed and wiped it away from her. "Beta, are you okay?", she felt Mehek's forehead. "I am fine, Ma. Just feeling a bit under the weather", she replied. "May be you need some fresh air. Why don't you take Shaurya outside for a walk and show him around?", Meera suggested. Before Mehek could refute, Shaurya pitched in, "Excellent idea. I heard so much about the place that I can't wait to explore it". Sadly Mehek had no other way than to comply.

"Are you okay?", he asked her carefully. "Just a bit tired", she replied plainly. Infact she told the truth. She was feeling much better being near to him. It was unusual yet she was not in a frame of mind to analyse it. She was glad to take a stroll in their garden with him. Strangely she didn't mind his company but preferred it. She brought him near the stream and cool breeze calmed her. Ignoring his presence, Mehek spread her hands in air and let in the nature sink into her. Once she opened her eyes, she saw him gazing at her affectionately. They had a brief eye lock and it was Shaurya to withdraw his gaze. "It's so beautiful", he commented but didn't make it clear whether he meant Mehek or nature. "This is nothing. Let me take you somewhere more beautiful", she felt vibrant and held his palm. The tingles, the sinister spark or advice to refrain from physical contact; she cared for none. All she felt was her excitement to share a special moment with Shaurya. She held his hand and led him to further end of the stream. Sun was setting and the sight was indeed breath taking. Mehek took him beneath a huge tree. A small swing hung from its branch and Mehek dashed to sit on it. "Come", she invited him to join. "I don't think that's a good idea. It may not withstand both of our weights", he humoured her. Mehek laughed and nodded her head. "Fine, then let's sit down", she sat on the ground beneath the tree and tapped on the space beside her . He didn't waste a second and took her invitation.

Mehek leaned onto him and explained, "This is my special place. Even Ma doesn't know about it". "What about Ajay?", he asked abruptly and Mehek looked disappointed. Shaurya cursed himself for ruining their moment. His curiosity got best of him. He was about to say sorry but Mehek said, "He is a good friend. Like Vivaan and Rajeev are for you. Even humans need their Beta and Gamma". Shaurya smiled as Mehek giggled at her own joke. She didn't realise when she leaned onto him and rested her head on his shoulder. She didn't complain when his hands snaked around her waist. They stayed for long, without any words or deeds. "This feels so good", finally Mehek spoke. He sighed and cupped her cheeks. Mehek closed her eyes, anticipating his lips to land on hers. She craved for his love and passion. But Shaurya was concerned, "Mehek, are you okay?". She felt as if he had burst her bubble of joy. "Ofcourse I am", she was taken aback by his attitude. He touched her forehead softly and studied her intently. He looked away and stood up. "We should get back to your house. Meera Aunty will be worried if are absent for long", he declared.

Shaurya bid farewell to Meera. Although Shaurya expected Mehek to walk him till the door, she remained glued to her position. She was disappointed. She felt sad by his withdrawal and was angry on herself. She got swayed and once again gave chance to Shaurya to push her away. She decided never to give him another chance. The turn of events again made her question whether to work for him or not. He was trying to communicate her through mind link but she shut him off completely.

Next day, Shaurya was downhearted when he didn't find Mehek waiting for him. Soon his displeasure started to antagonize his moods. Bulbul greeted him and he inquired about Mehek. "Sir, Ms Sharma has taken a day off for today", she replied. Shaurya peered at her as it was unusual in his office to grant leaves abruptly. He felt that Mehek was clearly challenging his authority. His anger boiled. If Mehek was trying to avoid him then she needs to try harder. Mate or not, she cannot defy him. "I won't tolerate such insolence, Bulbul. So ask her to report to office immediately", he roared. "But Sir....", Bulbil stammered, clearly she was taken aback by his sudden outburst , "Mehek....I mean Ms Sharma told she is sick", Bulbul was nervous, "and she sounded pretty genuine".

Chapter 10

Mehek clutched her stomach and curled into fetal position. The pain was reaching its peak along with her temperature. Whole day she managed with pain killers and fever medicines but as night approached it got difficult. She had always been a healthy child who seldom fell sick. Even when she fell ill, she gave minimal trouble to her mother. As a working single parent, Meera had enough in her plate and Mehek never wanted to add to her woes. Evenings were busy time in their restaurant and closing it even for a day meant huge loss for them. Considering their current finances, Mehek insisted her mother to go to work while acting as normal as she could. When her mother came later, Mehek had asked her to keep away, fearing that she may get infection and could harm her already fragile health. Mehek now regretted her actions. She was suffering and she needed someone beside her, to take care of her, to nurse her and to tell her that everything will be fine. It started to rain, cooling the atmosphere but it brought little comfort to Mehek. She wept silently and gritted her teeth to curb her pain.

While drowning in her misery, she didn't notice the figure approaching her bed until it was close. She was startled and turned on her bedside lamp. "Shaurya!!!", she exclaimed on identifying him in dim light. He was wet and panting as if he ran through the rain. She noticed he had only his shorts on, giving her ample view of his well chiseled body. She would have continued to ogle but winced when another wave of pain troubled her. "It's gonna be fine, Mate", he told hoarsely. Mehek noticed that his eyes were golden. She reminisced their past when he had forcefully marked her. She moved to the edge of the bed in fear, "Shaurya, is that you?". He turned away and gritted his teeth. It appeared that he was trying hard to control his beast. When faced her again, his eyes were normal and face calmer. In reflex, Mehek jumped from her position and hugged him. "I am scared, Shaurya", she sobbed and he rubbed her back to comfort her. "The pain is unbearable. I feel I am going to die", she sobbed against his neck. "Calm down, Mehek. Nothing is going to happen to you", he pulled her face into his palms. Although still tears adorned her face, she leaned to his hands and smiled. She was already feeling better nevertheless still perplexed. "What is happening to me?", she asked him anxiously. "I think you are on heat", his words added to her confusion.

"Female wolves usually experience heat once they are mated. It occurs every cycle until they are carrying pups", he explained her, "it is pretty normal in werewolves. I am not sure about human but I guess you are also experiencing the same". He was drying himself with the towel she had given him. "So there is no cure until I conceive. It's so unfair , Mehek was embarrassed but she wanted to know the truth. "We have also progressed like humans. Mates don't jump to have pups until they are settled in their new life", he explained to her, "Until then being near the mate helps the female to handle the heat". Mehek nodded as she understood why her pain subsided as soon as he was beside. She looked around to avoid checking him out as he stood in his half naked glory. "I don't have any cloths that suits you. May be some of my shorts could fit ", she told him although she knew it was in vain. "It okay, I will manage", he had already wrapped the towel around his waist and put his cloth to dry. Mehek gulped hard and clutched on her night shirt. She trod to her night stand poured warm water from flask. Her mother had earlier kept it for her. "Have it, else you may catch cold", she handed over glass to her. As he took it from her, their fingers brushed eachother and she couldn't resist the sparks. Yet Shaurya pulled away to avoid her. She felt sad that he was keeping distance and prefer not to be close to her. She felt dejected. Probably he understood her and admonished her firmly, "It's not what you think".

"During heat, both mates are attracted towards one another. Females feel it more. The pull is powerful and unmanageable. Probably way of nature to bring couple closer", he paused. "The attraction you are feeling for me is due to the heat. You are confused and unable to fight it. I am not immune to it but I am stronger and being an alpha I could rein by feelings. But if I give in to it, my wolf will take over and there will be no turning back. Once the phase is over, you will hate me again", he sighed. Mehek was able to realise her folly. She felt bad that she misunderstood him while he was trying his best to keep his word. She knew he was vulnerable and having a hard time dealing with their situation. A naughty thought came and she peered into his mind to invade his privacy and read his thoughts. 'Why can't you give us a chance, Mehek?', it was painful to hear his thoughts. She withdrew quickly and moved aside but she crouched immediately feeling immense pain in her abdomen. Before she knew, he scooped her into his arms and made her lay on her bed. He climbed on to the bed and held her closely from behind. Her pain subsided while he rubbed her soothingly over her stomach. She leaned onto him and he rested his chin on her shoulder.

"This feel so good", she spoke gently. "I think you spoke loudly", he humoured. "I wanted to", she giggled. He too was happy but his expression became grave. Tiny movements of her body was adding to his discomfort. Clad in a semi wet towel and holding to his innocent mate was not a favorable scene for his determination. "Stop moving, Mehek", he warned her. She rolled her eyes and pretended as if she didn't hear him and continued moving. "You are arousing my wolf, Mehek", he warned again. She turned abruptly to face him. Big mistake, Mate, his wolf growled. She looked into his eyes. They were slowly turning into golden. Shaurya fisted his hands and gritted his jaw. She could comprehend that he was trying his best to suppress his wolf and it was not an easy task. "Calm down. I am here", she caressed his face. He was feeling better and his eyes returned to be normal. "It's pure torture. I should have stayed away from you", he mumbled. "Yet you chose to be beside me , to comfort me", she told him. "I could hurt you. Stupid of me to come here, he rebuked himself. "May be stupid yet heroic", she praised him. She pecked his forehead and asked , "Will an incentive help you to get through this ordeal?". He looked at her eagerly. "If you pass through this night successfully without any misadventures, then I am ready to give us a chance", she put forward her offer. Shaurya was taken aback and his wolf was also jumping with joy. "Is this a test?", he asked her playfully. "Possibly", she smiled and turned away. She felt him take a deep breath and spooning towards her.

Mehek never knew when she drifted off to sleep in his comfortable embrace. When she opened her eyes, it was already morning. She found herself sleeping on Shaurya. Her heat was almost over, yet she couldn't stop herself admiring his well-toned body. "Are you done feasting your eyes?", his voice startled her. She got embarrassed and tried to escape but he grabbed her and locked her in his arms. "I passed the test. You know what it means, don't you?", he asked and she nodded shyly. "Can I get a kiss to seal the deal?", he demanded and leaned towards her. Mehek quickly covered his mouth, "Morning breath". He sank back to the bed defeated while she took the opportunity to reach the door. She was startled to find her mother outside. "Mehek, sweety how are you feeling now?", she felt her temperature and was relieved to know that Mehek is fine. "Go freshen up while I will change your bedspreads", her mother pushed her to side and entered her room. Mehek was too shocked to react but she dashed behind her. "Aaaaaaa", shrill scream of her mother froze Mehek on her tracks.

"What the hell is on your bed?", a terrified Meera yelled at her. Her mother was covered to the corner of her room and looking around in fear. Mehek had no idea how to explain a half-naked man that too her boss on her bed. But as she glanced on her bed she was relieved. Never in her entire life she was glad to see a giant wolf on her bed. "I have never seen such a huge dog", Meera exclaimed but turned to protect her child, "Stand back Mehek. He looks wild". A smile played on Mehek and she pacified her mother, "He won't hurt me", she turned to him, "I am dear to him". She winked at him but corrected for her mother, "I mean he is a friend". Meera's eyes widened with surprise but she kept on glancing at the giant beast in the room, "How did you befriend this animal?". Mehek fumbled for a plausible story, "In the woods. Fews days back". "How did he manage to reach your room?", Meera was not ready to leave her. Even Mehek didn't know how Shaurya managed so she chose to be honest, "I don't know Ma. Probably he climbed up the roof and came through my window". Meera was a bit calmer and studied the specimen, "Fine creature although dangerous", she turned to her, "Young lady, I think you broke house rules. No animals inside the bedroom". "I am sorry Ma. He will be out in no time", she apologized ignore whining of the wolf. Meera was cautious yet she was compassionate, "Is he hungry? Shall I bring some food for him?". "It's okay, Ma. I will send him away", Mehek tried to push him out of the bed. Once she led him to the window and watched him out, he mindlinked her, "When shall we meet again?". "evening. At my special place, near the stream", she informed him. He licked her face being excited and Mehek giggled while he ran away. "Aaawwh, Isn't he cute?", Meera told lovingly, "Such a good dog". Mehek kept quiet till he was an earshot away and spoke softly,"He is a wolf".