Page 55 of Obsession

‘Lady Luck’s favorite orphan is blessed with the golden touch—what he touches does turn into gold. #fortunefavorsthebold.’

“Why is this a problem? It doesn’t mention any names, and it’s not scandalous in the least.”

Rajiv arched a brow. “Seriously, sis? People are not foolish. Everyone is going to assume it’s Mihir. You’ve used the words ‘Russian Billionaire’ in your past posts on him; you’ve mentioned ‘Dubai’ in reference to him. Today, you’ve mentioned the word ‘orphan’ in the post, that too just when he closed that major deal with the UK government. How hard do you think it is for people to join the dots?”

She rolled her eyes. “It’s all gossip and speculation at this point.”

“Look, his brothers told me that they have a major board meeting in Russia in three weeks, which they all have to go for. However, now, Mihir will be the only one attending, because Armaan and Vedant refuse to leave our sisters alone in Dubai, especially after the attack on you. Which means Mihir has to handle all the board members by himself.”

“So? He’s the MD not for nothing. I’m sure he can handle whatever comes his way. What has that got to do with my posts and me?”

“After their father’s death, Mihir was chosen as MD by the board. He was… is the most capable to handle that role. But O-Corp’s media department is quite strong, and their board is filled with nosy old geriatrics who are happy to create a fuss simply for the sake of it. The Oshnovs don’t need the added stress of Mihir’s position being contested thanks to a scandal. They’re all already stretched thin with their existing responsibilities.”

“What are you trying to tell me?”

“Well, we all have come up with a solution to resolve this dilemma. That is, if you agree.”

She narrowed her eyes. “I’m listening.”

“We think you should interview Mihir for Noir.”

“What?” she gasped.

“You’ve been wanting to interview him for the longest, haven’t you? Besides, haven’t you been going on about how glamorous and special you want Noir’s anniversary issue to be? Perhaps Mihir is the answer. He’s never given an interview to anyone. Noir’s readership will hit the sky if you get to interview him for the magazine. Your anniversary edition will be a phenomenal success, just like you want.”

She lifted her jaw. “What’s the catch?”

Rajiv spread his hands out. “No catch, I promise.”

The wheels in her brain churned. She had been wanting an interview with Mihir for the longest. Securing this would definitely skyrocket Noir’s popularity.

“Assuming I agree to do it,” Ananya began. “What does Mihir think of this? Has he agreed?”

“Yes.”

She blinked. “What? Just like that?”

“Yes.”

“I don’t buy it.”

Rajiv flicked her nose. “Stop being suspicious.”

“How can I not be? It’s Mihir,” she said. “I don’t get why he’s agreeing for me to interview him.”

“He’s the one who suggested it,” Rajiv replied.

Wait, what? Mihir wantedherto interviewhim? Why? Why the change of heart?

Rajiv continued, “Look, why don’t you use this opportunity to get all the answers you need from him? Haven’t you wanted that for the longest? Well, this is your chance to do so.”

“Is he okay to answeralland any questions I pose?”

Rajiv made a face. “Do I have to do all the hard work here? Talk to him and convince him to give you what you want.”

“Sure,” she scoffed. “Like he’s the easiest person to deal with.”

“Ananya, this is really your chance to get closure on the past. You need to move on, and so does he. Maybe this will help you both to move forward in life. This is the way to do it.”

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