Page 103 of One Hellish Wedlock
“I’m giving you the benefit of doubt. But I said something thinking it was you. I don’t know how she processed it.”
“What did you say?”
“That this trip is purely business, so not to make it personal.”
Reyansh froze.
“I was frustrated by your sudden insistence on dragging me away from everything here. I genuinely thought it wasyouon the call.”
Reyansh nodded. That explained Shagufta’s sudden judgment about their so-called incompatibility. And the mention of the will… Damn. She knew too much. She could easily manipulate Aanya if she wanted.
“It doesn’t matter how she takes it,” he said. “But I want you to stay away from her.”
“But I accepted her friend request,” Aanya admitted.
“Unfollow her,” he snapped. “Or block her if possible.”
“That would be rude.”
“You’re no stranger to being rude,” he muttered.
Her mouth fell open.
“That second pillow is still on the bed. Surprising, really,” he added with a smirk.
She snatched it and hurled it his way. He caught it again.
“Nice throw.”
“Learned a bit of targeting on a short trip to Mexico. Picked up a few skills there. First rule of training—always hit the mark.”
“Is there any corner of the U.S. you haven’t explored? Feels like you and Navya went on a global expedition.”
“Oh damn!” she exclaimed. “I need to call Navya. Finalize plans. Buy a gift. How could I forget?”
He noted the shift in her expression. Her bond with Navya ran deep.
“Don’t stress. Take Sunny. He’ll help organize the party and send invites.”
She blinked.
“But Sunny is your man. He already has enough work.”
“He’s no less than a robot. He can handle it.”
Aanya laughed. Sunny really was one-of-a-kind. A walking, talking robot licensed and patented under Reyansh Chopra. Haha!
CHAPTER 19
Two days later.
Aanya stirred from sleep, blinking against the darkness, as she felt someone gently shake her hand. She opened her eyes to find Reyansh standing beside the bed, fully dressed and ready to leave.
“I’m leaving,” he muttered.
She rubbed her eyes and pushed herself upright. It was still dark outside. That’s when she remembered he was flying to Cape Town tonight. Friday night.
“Okay…safe flight,” she said groggily.
