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Chapter 167 - There is always someone better than you!
Sunday evening arrived with an air of grandeur. The wedding reception venue was nothing short of royal — sprawling lawns, crystal chandeliers hanging from massive tents, and elegant floral arrangements that screamed money and power. Luxury cars lined the driveway, and the guest list was filled with recognizable faces from the corporate world — businessmen, investors, and influencers.
Suresh and Sneha stepped out of their car, both dressed elegantly. Sneha looked beautiful in a deep maroon saree, while Suresh wore a sharp black suit. As they entered the venue, Suresh’s eyes scanned the crowd. He recognized many faces — people he had seen during high-level meetings with Aditya. But they didn’t recognize him. His role had always kept him in the shadows.
The moment they looked toward the stage, they saw Gowtham and Varsha standing together, looking like the perfect power couple. Gowtham spotted them immediately and waved dramatically with a big smile. The entire crowd turned their attention toward Suresh and Sneha for a brief moment.
Sneha leaned closer to Suresh and whispered,
“That bastard has some plan. If he’s acting like this, he’s definitely up to something.”
Suresh smiled faintly. “I don’t care. I’m happy my wife has finally started using her brain these days.”
Sneha playfully stomped on his foot, making him chuckle.
Jiiva approached them with a polite smile.
“Please follow me,” he said.
He led them toward the stage.
Gowtham, seeing them coming, loudly announced,
“Let’s pause for a few minutes. I need to greet my special guests.”
He left Varsha on stage and came down. With a calculated smile, he said to Sneha,
“Why don’t you speak with Varsha? I’ll take Suresh aside for a moment. I want to show him something.”
Before Sneha could protest, Gowtham grabbed Suresh’s arm and led him toward the dining hall. Once they were relatively alone near a dessert counter, Gowtham picked up a sweet and offered it to Suresh with mock politeness.Suresh didn’t take it.
“Why did you bring me here?” he asked coldly.
Gowtham’s smile faded into something darker.
“Well, I know you would suspect me. What to do? I’m that kind of person.”
He leaned in slightly. “Two things. The day you and your wife slapped me… I made two decisions. First, I won’t beat you, but I will make sure you feel pain. Second, I won’t come back into your and Sneha’s life, but you will constantly look at her with disgust in your eyes.”
Do you want another slap?
Calm down Suresh just hear me! I have not even started.
Gowtham’s voice dropped even lower.
“You know what’s the worst feeling? Being tricked.” He nodded toward a man distributing laddoos in the corner. “That man over there? He’s the one who kidnapped you that day.”
Suresh’s rage peaked. His hand shot forward to grab Gowtham’s collar, but Gowtham raised his hands calmly.
“No, no. Don’t overdo it. People are watching. And you will never know how much I’ve prepared to confront you here in public. So keep your hands away. There are a lot of things I wanted to tell you, but I’ll keep it quick.”
Gowtham smirked.
“Yes, it was me who arranged your kidnapping. You’ve been tricked. It should pain you, right? See, I didn’t beat you, but you still felt the pain and rage.
Gowtham laughed coldly,
You feel like beating me right?
I know.. But you can't, you know why?
Look at all the big shots out there. Do you think you have a chance to touch me now? My status and power have gone to a different level in these five months.
How dare a marketing guy like you try to show supremacy?”
I'm always an Alpha and i'm always superiror to you .
He paused, enjoying the moment.
Gowtham teased further, oh wow, your eyes turning red. You have good amount of hemoglobin bro, he mocked.
Okay calm down, now the next thing
“The second part. Even before the hill station trip, I had entered your wife. In the name of a ‘training session.’
She never shared it with you, did she?” Gowtham laughed softly.
“Will you be able to see her the same way again? I have always been the alpha in your life.
Your role was only to stay in your room while I enjoyed your wife.
Now I can see your jaw hardening.. Come beat me, let me tell the crowd the real reason.. He coldly laughed. Knowing he won't take risks that damage Sneha’s name.
You should not have tried to become a hero.”
Gowtham stepped back, adjusting his coat.
Looking at your helpless look.. I feel very very satisfied.
Don't worry, I can promise you that, I won’t come into your life or Sneha’s again. We will travel separate paths now, and my level is truly different. But I believe these memories are enough to haunt you forever.”
He gestured toward the stage.
“Look at my wife. Look how beautiful she is.
A bull like me needs a woman like her, sexy and brainy.” He laughed again.
“I feel my ego is completely satisfied.
Wait here, take a photo, eat the food, and have a nice day.”
Suresh could have beaten him up right there — his fists were clenched so tightly his knuckles had turned white. But he knew better. Not here. Not in front of hundreds of powerful people. He would plan something far more devastating later. He never know his schemes. He truly doesn't want anything that could damage Sneha’s name. He controlled himself with iron will.
Sneha, sensing something was wrong, came looking for him. She saw the tension on his face immediately.
I don’t know what he said, but we don’t need to stand here.”
“Don’t get emotional,” she said quietly, holding his hand.
“He invited us for a reason — to shame us, to ridicule us.
Let’s go back to home she said
Suresh nodded.
Right now, leaving this place was the smartest move.
As he turned to guide Sneha toward the exit, a loud, familiar voice cut through the crowd.
“Deii! Your old boss is here!”
Jiiva was waving enthusiastically near the entrance. Behind him walked Prakash, Mirna, Bharath, and another man Suresh instantly recognized Mirna and Bharath from Aditya’s private gathering months ago and Prakash, he had spilled coffee on him, one of the Hands.” Prakash didn't see him.
Suresh froze for a split second.
Then a slow, dangerous smile formed on his lips.
He caught Sneha’s hand firmly in his and changed direction, walking straight back toward the stage instead of leaving. Sneha looked at him, confused, but followed without question.
They reached the stage area just as Prakash stepped forward with a large gift box. Gowtham welcomed him with an exaggerated, theatrical tone.
“Boss, leave a big smile," Jiiva mocked.
Gowtham said.. He is not just an old boss, he is my lucky investor!”
After the photo, Gowtham exclaimed loudly, hugging Prakash. “Thank you for making my day special!”
Suresh stood a few steps away, watching with a calm but sharp gaze. A small, knowing smirk played on his lips. Sneha noticed it immediately.
“What happened? Why are you smiling like that?” she whispered, confused.
Suresh didn’t answer. He simply squeezed her hand gently.
Mirna went next, gracefully introducing the man beside her.
“This is my husband, Vikram,” she said with a warm smile.
Bharath stood beside them like a quiet shadow.
He saw how Mirnaa and Varsha were closer.
Finally, it was Suresh and Sneha’s turn.
As they stepped closer to the stage, Gowtham’s face broke into a full, arrogant smirk — the mask of politeness slipping for just a moment. Sneha congratulated Varsha warmly, while Suresh stood beside Gowtham for the mandatory photo.
While the camera flashed, Suresh leaned in slightly and spoke in a low, steady voice only Gowtham could hear.
“You told me you’re really superior to me, right?”
Gowtham’s smirk deepened. In the same low tone, he replied, “Have you not seen enough?”
Suresh smiled calmly, almost serenely.
“If you think you’re an alpha,” he whispered, “remember — there is always someone better than you.
That’s an old saying. Good luck.”
Are you telling, you will enter my life like i did to you,, he laughs.. I wont, i will never get inside, and i will never let you inside my life. I'm just saying don't be arrogant, there is always someone better than you.
The camera clicked one final time.
Suresh and Sneha stepped down from the stage. As they were about to leave the hall, Suresh turned back once more and looked at Prakash standing near the stage. A cold, calculated smirk appeared on his face again.
All these days, you thought you were the puppet master, Gowtham.
From here… I will show you how a real puppet master plays.
and i will also make sure you go through, what we went through"
The game begins. End of Part I
Sunday evening arrived with an air of grandeur. The wedding reception venue was nothing short of royal — sprawling lawns, crystal chandeliers hanging from massive tents, and elegant floral arrangements that screamed money and power. Luxury cars lined the driveway, and the guest list was filled with recognizable faces from the corporate world — businessmen, investors, and influencers.
Suresh and Sneha stepped out of their car, both dressed elegantly. Sneha looked beautiful in a deep maroon saree, while Suresh wore a sharp black suit. As they entered the venue, Suresh’s eyes scanned the crowd. He recognized many faces — people he had seen during high-level meetings with Aditya. But they didn’t recognize him. His role had always kept him in the shadows.
The moment they looked toward the stage, they saw Gowtham and Varsha standing together, looking like the perfect power couple. Gowtham spotted them immediately and waved dramatically with a big smile. The entire crowd turned their attention toward Suresh and Sneha for a brief moment.
Sneha leaned closer to Suresh and whispered,
“That bastard has some plan. If he’s acting like this, he’s definitely up to something.”
Suresh smiled faintly. “I don’t care. I’m happy my wife has finally started using her brain these days.”
Sneha playfully stomped on his foot, making him chuckle.
Jiiva approached them with a polite smile.
“Please follow me,” he said.
He led them toward the stage.
Gowtham, seeing them coming, loudly announced,
“Let’s pause for a few minutes. I need to greet my special guests.”
He left Varsha on stage and came down. With a calculated smile, he said to Sneha,
“Why don’t you speak with Varsha? I’ll take Suresh aside for a moment. I want to show him something.”
Before Sneha could protest, Gowtham grabbed Suresh’s arm and led him toward the dining hall. Once they were relatively alone near a dessert counter, Gowtham picked up a sweet and offered it to Suresh with mock politeness.Suresh didn’t take it.
“Why did you bring me here?” he asked coldly.
Gowtham’s smile faded into something darker.
“Well, I know you would suspect me. What to do? I’m that kind of person.”
He leaned in slightly. “Two things. The day you and your wife slapped me… I made two decisions. First, I won’t beat you, but I will make sure you feel pain. Second, I won’t come back into your and Sneha’s life, but you will constantly look at her with disgust in your eyes.”
Do you want another slap?
Calm down Suresh just hear me! I have not even started.
Gowtham’s voice dropped even lower.
“You know what’s the worst feeling? Being tricked.” He nodded toward a man distributing laddoos in the corner. “That man over there? He’s the one who kidnapped you that day.”
Suresh’s rage peaked. His hand shot forward to grab Gowtham’s collar, but Gowtham raised his hands calmly.
“No, no. Don’t overdo it. People are watching. And you will never know how much I’ve prepared to confront you here in public. So keep your hands away. There are a lot of things I wanted to tell you, but I’ll keep it quick.”
Gowtham smirked.
“Yes, it was me who arranged your kidnapping. You’ve been tricked. It should pain you, right? See, I didn’t beat you, but you still felt the pain and rage.
Gowtham laughed coldly,
You feel like beating me right?
I know.. But you can't, you know why?
Look at all the big shots out there. Do you think you have a chance to touch me now? My status and power have gone to a different level in these five months.
How dare a marketing guy like you try to show supremacy?”
I'm always an Alpha and i'm always superiror to you .
He paused, enjoying the moment.
Gowtham teased further, oh wow, your eyes turning red. You have good amount of hemoglobin bro, he mocked.
Okay calm down, now the next thing
“The second part. Even before the hill station trip, I had entered your wife. In the name of a ‘training session.’
She never shared it with you, did she?” Gowtham laughed softly.
“Will you be able to see her the same way again? I have always been the alpha in your life.
Your role was only to stay in your room while I enjoyed your wife.
Now I can see your jaw hardening.. Come beat me, let me tell the crowd the real reason.. He coldly laughed. Knowing he won't take risks that damage Sneha’s name.
You should not have tried to become a hero.”
Gowtham stepped back, adjusting his coat.
Looking at your helpless look.. I feel very very satisfied.
Don't worry, I can promise you that, I won’t come into your life or Sneha’s again. We will travel separate paths now, and my level is truly different. But I believe these memories are enough to haunt you forever.”
He gestured toward the stage.
“Look at my wife. Look how beautiful she is.
A bull like me needs a woman like her, sexy and brainy.” He laughed again.
“I feel my ego is completely satisfied.
Wait here, take a photo, eat the food, and have a nice day.”
Suresh could have beaten him up right there — his fists were clenched so tightly his knuckles had turned white. But he knew better. Not here. Not in front of hundreds of powerful people. He would plan something far more devastating later. He never know his schemes. He truly doesn't want anything that could damage Sneha’s name. He controlled himself with iron will.
Sneha, sensing something was wrong, came looking for him. She saw the tension on his face immediately.
I don’t know what he said, but we don’t need to stand here.”
“Don’t get emotional,” she said quietly, holding his hand.
“He invited us for a reason — to shame us, to ridicule us.
Let’s go back to home she said
Suresh nodded.
Right now, leaving this place was the smartest move.
As he turned to guide Sneha toward the exit, a loud, familiar voice cut through the crowd.
“Deii! Your old boss is here!”
Jiiva was waving enthusiastically near the entrance. Behind him walked Prakash, Mirna, Bharath, and another man Suresh instantly recognized Mirna and Bharath from Aditya’s private gathering months ago and Prakash, he had spilled coffee on him, one of the Hands.” Prakash didn't see him.
Suresh froze for a split second.
Then a slow, dangerous smile formed on his lips.
He caught Sneha’s hand firmly in his and changed direction, walking straight back toward the stage instead of leaving. Sneha looked at him, confused, but followed without question.
They reached the stage area just as Prakash stepped forward with a large gift box. Gowtham welcomed him with an exaggerated, theatrical tone.
“Boss, leave a big smile," Jiiva mocked.
Gowtham said.. He is not just an old boss, he is my lucky investor!”
After the photo, Gowtham exclaimed loudly, hugging Prakash. “Thank you for making my day special!”
Suresh stood a few steps away, watching with a calm but sharp gaze. A small, knowing smirk played on his lips. Sneha noticed it immediately.
“What happened? Why are you smiling like that?” she whispered, confused.
Suresh didn’t answer. He simply squeezed her hand gently.
Mirna went next, gracefully introducing the man beside her.
“This is my husband, Vikram,” she said with a warm smile.
Bharath stood beside them like a quiet shadow.
He saw how Mirnaa and Varsha were closer.
Finally, it was Suresh and Sneha’s turn.
As they stepped closer to the stage, Gowtham’s face broke into a full, arrogant smirk — the mask of politeness slipping for just a moment. Sneha congratulated Varsha warmly, while Suresh stood beside Gowtham for the mandatory photo.
While the camera flashed, Suresh leaned in slightly and spoke in a low, steady voice only Gowtham could hear.
“You told me you’re really superior to me, right?”
Gowtham’s smirk deepened. In the same low tone, he replied, “Have you not seen enough?”
Suresh smiled calmly, almost serenely.
“If you think you’re an alpha,” he whispered, “remember — there is always someone better than you.
That’s an old saying. Good luck.”
Are you telling, you will enter my life like i did to you,, he laughs.. I wont, i will never get inside, and i will never let you inside my life. I'm just saying don't be arrogant, there is always someone better than you.
The camera clicked one final time.
Suresh and Sneha stepped down from the stage. As they were about to leave the hall, Suresh turned back once more and looked at Prakash standing near the stage. A cold, calculated smirk appeared on his face again.
All these days, you thought you were the puppet master, Gowtham.
From here… I will show you how a real puppet master plays.
and i will also make sure you go through, what we went through"
The game begins. End of Part I
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