[Harry Jordan]

Hope you all liked the recent chapter, as usual the next chapter will be updated in two weeks. I believe I am better off writing longer chapters I guess LOL 

[Harry Jordan]

I wonder y good stories doesn't get appreciated that deserve  xossipy all about cuck stories

I mean , its one of the flaws of Xossipy. It has one of the best and largest collection of Indian themes sex stories and erotica but roughly 85% of them are "wimp husband" stories or "cuckold" ones. I guess Indians are too wimpy with mindsets like that 

[Harry Jordan]

This kind of opinions are wrong they will be mostly dominant, but the people who follow  western and uropian erotic literature the may be influenced by this

Honestly I want it to be wrong. I mean places like Literotica and ArchiceOfOurOwn have so much rich stories that tackles even cuckolding in a better way. But for some reason Xossipy has only one approach to cuckold stories , and that is  "Husband is wimp" and "Loser Husband" trait along with lack of improvement in character. Stories end the same way it begins with not a single character evolving or changing. I hope my story gives other authors to start brining different ideas like this. I just want this site to be good , because it has a lot of Indian themes and the quality of literotica should be implemented on Indian themes in this site which will improve it.

[Harry Jordan]

Thank you all for the kind words and appreciation for the story. As for the update goes , the next one will take time as I am only halfway there. Turns out I do like writing lengthy updates because I do intend to cover a lot of development and story with each chapter. And since I have already said Age Of Darkness will only have 10 chapters , we are almost halfway done with it. The reason I am taking this much time is I need to work on the sex scenes and spoiler alert the next chapter will have A LOT OF IT!  



I feel honored that some of you have liked the characters I have written and that makes me feel motivated. There is still a lot of character exploration that will come eventually. I have intentionally hidden some of the past story arcs because I am writing the story to a point of time where that can be revealed and the impact of it to the whole narrative to be monumental. For me the most interesting part of my story begins because I will be indeed exploring some other themes like action and drama in the upcoming chapters. For now , Chapter 5 will be heavily based on romance. Which means there will be moderate amount of sex scenes , which is why I need time to polish it because I need to make sure the chemistry between characters and their dynamic works.


So , the next update might take a week more probably next Thursday or Friday. But If I managed to complete it before that , then you can expect an early surprise like Chapter 4 was. I know a lot of you are curious , but I write lengthy chapters and thus I need more time in writing it so I hope you understand the long intervals between chapter updates. However , I still follow the two week interval between each chapter as my ideal timeline because that helps me polishing the story

Hope you all are having a good time.

 Wishing You All A Good Day.

          Your's Truly

 HARRY JORDAN   

[Harry Jordan]

CHAPTER 5 UPDATE:

Thank you for the kind words everyone, the next chapter which is chapter 5 will be updated on Saturday morning. Fair warning, this chapter will also be pretty lengthy and a lot of the story will be covered. I initially thought of extending the parts but I am much more comfortable writing lengthy ones so the 10 chapter part 1 will be still on. This chapter will have a lot of sexual content and a lot of exploration of the Adultery and Infidelity theme. So for people who prefer some good sexual scenes this will most likely be their most favorite chapter. Also along with it will be some few teases and future setups that will definitely denote why this is called the AGE OF DARKNESS


So just a few days more and you will see how this story will unfold now. And I am working on reducing the delay in updates to make sure you guys get to enjoy the story in much better way. 


      With Lots Of Love

 HARRY JORDAN 

[Harry Jordan]

Sorry guys but unfortunately the next chapter ended up having a lot of grammatical errors. I am working on it to clear it faster. Its pretty much done. I will update the chapter once I've read it thoroughly making sure there isn't much error. I honestly don't know whether this is a long chapter or a short one , which I will only know after I read it once the errors are solved. However , it won't delay more than tomorrow evening.

One of the problems in writing lengthy chapters is the issue of lack of time unfortunately. But I am having fun writing this story and it is developing nicely for now. Very soon you will get the new chapter. Sunday evening is the final deadline , and I promise you the next chapters won't take long times to update because I have a clear idea on how this whole saga will commence now. Expect some great moments in the future , I am more excited about the action parts. It will be something unconventional but I hope you guys like it.

[Harry Jordan]

                                                                                                                                                         CHAPTER 5


The return flight to Mumbai was more than safe and secure and the climate was clear for that journey. But it was not at all clear in Sonarika's mind but rather a continous cascading storm that only ravaged her heart with pain and guilt. Her eyes were already a mess , completely pale and constantly wet , her makeup was absent exposing the raw look of her to the world. Nothing mattered anymore , nothing for her. Right now she was sitting on that plane just burning from the severe pain she was feeling. It wasn't something physical , but rather her sould was corrupted , her mind was compromised and more importantly Sonarika as a person crumbled. 

The events of last night was no longer a moment of eternal passion and ultimate pleasure anymore , it was a stark reminder of her misfortune , a horrendous nightmare that reminded her actions that only fuelled the guilt. She still don't remember for the most part on how she boarded the plane , only thing she remembers is waking up and seeing Vikram lying along side her and her world came crashing down with all of its weight on her. It didn't hurt the most even then , when she spend a good amount of time in the shower rubbing her skin , rubbing it harder and harder to make sure all of her sins she just committed washed away. But it wasn't going to be enough , the more she rubbed , the more the reality winced her heart. She was broken , bared apart and ruptured in her core. But what hurt most was the realization , the realization that in the midst of dressing up for the event from her home , she forgot to wear her mangalsutra and vermillion , the most important part of her marital status. 

The harsh reality that she abandoned Hemant in her mind for the last 24 hours hurt her to the core. That thought kept eating up turning her mind into a constant battle of easing the pain but it never happened. 

As the plane landed and she arrived at the airport. Her first destination wasn't the exit but rather to a medical store in the Airport center. She eventually found one and quickly bought a strip of contraceptvie pills along with a bottle of water. Then she moved to the ladies washroom and immediately swallowed one pill and gulped some water. She rinsed her face in the sink over and over again but the more she looked at her reflection , the more disgusted she felt. Then her next journey was to her home. A safe haven where she can sit in the one place where she could feel somewhat isolated. 

When she arrived home , she was greeted by the sight of Anjali and Karan who were happy to see her. Karan joyfully hugged his mother while Sonarika was burning with pain in the inside. Anjali immediately noticed there was some discomfort in her face. She enquired , worried about her.

"Didi , are you ok? You look pretty unwell"

Those words brought some composure and attention to reality for Sonarika as she realized her current state. She immediately showed a little enthusiasm on her face as she replied.

"Its nothing Anju , I had a rough reaction with the food last night. That is why I am sick"

"Do you need something? Any Medication?"

"I already took it , I visited a doctor last night itself , he told me to take rest for now because it was some sort of viral fever"

"Oh , then I guess it will be a break for gymming and heavy food for you for a while now"

"Yeah I guess , anyways , where is Hemant?"

"Oh , Bhaiya went to office , he said today is his last day of going early , from tomorrow its the usual timing for him like back in the day. Plus he said he will be going to the warehouse only on weekends since his work is almost complete and this way he can spend more time with us"

Even though there was a relief in Sonarika hearing that , it only increased the pain in her heart. She eventually told Anjali she is taking rest for the day as Anjali continued with her daily chores. Sonarika arrived at her bedroom and closed the door and as she sat on her bedroom , she let her emotions go. For the next half hour she did nothing but cry , tears fell like water from her eyes. She cursed herself , cursed her fate , cursed her actions , her loyalty , everything about her. Sonarika eventually cursed her identity , her choices even. In this room , she gets to vent out her emotions. 

She stayed at her bedroom the whole day not coming out for even once , Karan when he returned from his insititute came looking for his mother and Sonarika told him he was unwell , she could see the sadness in his face but she didn't have the energy to console him. Staying one more moment with him makes her wound in her heart grow more. 

When she closed her eyes , she would remember the visions of last night. It only made her mind's turmoil get more chaotic , the visions were a terrible reminder of the ruination of her idenity as a married woman. She soon got hold of the mangalsutra she forgot to wear on her trip to Jabalpur. Ironically it was poetic that she didn't wear it and represented her as herself last night. There was no duty , no commitment. Just pure attraction and cravings that acted up so much to the point of no return. She wanted to curse those visions , those moments. But deep down in her mind , she couldn't.


Because deep down in her heart , she believes that last night she was truly satisfied. The intimacy she shared and the way she was connected with Vikram , it made sense why she forgot about Hemant for a few hours. She was already upset with Hemant's growing closeness with Kunal and she was afraid of it. She believed that Kunal would eventually influence Hemant and then the day won't be far when Hemant will act like him. Repressed , submissive and no self respect. She remembers the dream she once had where she was with Vikram in this same room and Hemant was in the living room playing with Karan. The way Hemant said 'enjoy' and resumed playing with Karan while she was grabbed by Vikram. It was a surreal dream , she feared that would come true one day considering Hemant's ever growing friendship with Kunal. But now turns out it was Sonarika who strayed and did a terrible sin to him. The more she thought about it , the more pain it caused to her mind.


She tried her best to remember any of the happy moments she shared with Hemant but every time she closed her eyes , her mind would bring her to Vikram and his incredible looks and how amazing his face was last night and how he sucked her lips , thrusted so mercilessly into her. That was when she realized why she was so much drawn to Vikram. Not only Vikram was everything she dreamed and craved in her ideal man , he was also the man who understood what she wanted in bed. 


She definitely loved what Hemant brought , he was always considerate , safe and all the more caring and loving. Sex with him is often less sex and more love making , there is that intimate talk with their eyes and sweet murmures but more importantly Hemant always made sure she was safe with his acts. Not once in his life did he try something rough. And ironically the two best moments that Sonarika remembers was the honeymoon night in that house boat and the sex they had on the kitchen which they both believe was when they concieved Karan. It took a lot of motivation from Sonarika to make Hemant cut loose a bit and use his power and she still loves those moments. The heavy smacks of their hips , she will forever cherish the Karan conception one because she still remembers the sounds they were making when his balls kept smacking her buttcheeks. It was one of the loudest smack sounds and the feeling was surreal.


And then last night came Vikram , who was the complete opposite of Hemant. While Hemant handled her with care and focused more on sharing their intimacy , Vikram straight up ravaged her and rocked her world. He didn't hold back last night as from the get go , he just staight up pounded her. She almost lost consciousness in the fifth but Vikram was just going on and on. She has never felt this many orgasms in a single night and it was definitely a wonderful experience. For her last night was a dream come true , all the fantasies she had in her sleep , it culminated last night and it was glorious. Vikram was everything and more she ever wanted , but the realization that she build a life with Hemant and she broke his trust also brought a mesh of pain and sorrow in her. In her mind , it wasn't Hemant's fault. He did everything right , but Vikram was much more , it was definitely the quantity. Sonarika tried her best to make Hemant the man of her dreams in some way so that she can learn to love him. But she didn't need to to anything on Vikram as he was her dream man. But he came a bit too late in her life.


She decided to move from the room to not feel suffocated by her thoughts again. In the living room Karan was with Anjali. Sonarika instructed her to do her study work while she spend time with Karan. Bonding with Karan helped Sonarika reduce the terrible thoughts she had and forget her actions last night. In a way Karan was the perfect balm for her now to ease the pain. But that didn't help for longer as by evening Hemant returned. The pain she was having in her mind and heart doubled , she had to plaster a smile and grin on her face to mask her emotions beneath it. But in her mind and heart , she was in pain seeing him after last night. When Hemant smiled at her , it broke her. This was the man she betrayed. The man who supported her and was a constant motivator and partner in life  , giving her advice , building a family. And now her mind could only bring pain in her whenver she saw his face.


That night she had a hard time sleeping next to him knowing the terrible sin she did. She believed she doesn't deserve a man like him who is doing everything in his power to support and grow this family.


The next few days were nightmare for Sonarika. The next day Meghna noticed the pale face of hers and enquired what happened , but Sonarika didn't answer , just made up some excuses. Because she knew Meghna was the last person she should talk to. Thankfully Tanishq's deal with Vikram Bajaj was pretty much done and there is no more work to do regarding that. There were some new projects and this gave Sonarika the necessary distraction. She engrossed herself in work helping her get some sanity in life. But her depression wasn't going to be easily cured.


Her family noticed the change in behavior in her , Sonarika would often restrict herself in getting involved in other stuff. Weeks went by and Sonarika turned down many outing requests made by Meghna which also sparked her curiosity.


But then one day , she got the big surprise when Vikram arrived in her office. She was beyond shocked , she was still suffering from the pains of betrayal and suffocation that she is still enduring and here he was back again in front of her. But this time she had channelled her anger better to cope with it.


"What are you doing here?" Sonarika asked with biting teeths fuming.

"I just want to talk" Vikram said in a calm tone.

"You really have a lot of nerve to come to me after everything"

"I know , which is why I am here to talk. Because I am aware staying silent about this isn't gonna solve anything"

"Its easy for you to say , you have nothing to loose. I have a lot , for you I am just another conquest. You had your fun , now you can go!"

"Do you really think I see you that way?"

"I don't care how you see me. I don't want to see you anymore"

"Come on Sonarika , I know you're lying"

"What makes you say that"

"Because I know the real you , and I know damn well how you feel about this. Which is why I wanna talk to you"

"I am not ready to talk"

"I didn't say right now , come to Marina beach by 5.00. I'll be waiting there , we need to talk"

"I am not coming"

"You have to come , alteast for your sake"

Saying that , Vikram left , not waiting for Sonarika's response. And once again , Sonarika was pushed to her own thoughts. There was hatred in her mind and heart at that moment but now his urge to talk to her feels like another mistake.

Sonarika somehow hoped she will gain some courage eventually as she braced for the evening. By 5.00 as Vikram said , Sonarika arrived at the beach and Vikram was there. The beach was pretty populated. They soon found a deserted place as they sat. Sonarika was at first reluctant but she eventually gave in and sat beside him.

"Its a wonderful beach , its sad that I was never raised in a places with beaches" Vikram said.

"I was raised in the Delhi streets and its specialities. Though I have a special place in my heart for Mumbai" Sonarika stated.

"I am glad to hear that , and I agree , Mumbai has a charm of its own"

There was an awkward pause after which Sonarika finally asked.

"I don't think we're both here to talk about Mumbai"

Vikram understood her question and nodded.

"You're right , we're not."

"What do you wanna talk about?"

"Isn't it obvious?"

"Actually no"

"Really? So that night in Jabalpur is nothing to talk about?"

"Yes there is nothing"

"You are really good in lying Sonarika"

"I am not lying"

"Sure you are....and I can prove it"

"How?"

"By answering a simple question"

Sonarika was intrigued but then responded.

"What is the question?"

Vikram took some long breathes and finally asked.

"Since that night , how many times have you sleeped well?"

It was the moment Sonarika finally understood the struggle in her mind. She knew the answer to that question but she didn't want to admit it to Vikram. But she realized her situation at that moment. The reality of what they did , it has affected Sonarika's mind in many ways. Sonarika wanted to mock him and lie to him that she slept peacefully but she knew her face will say otherwise , her mind will say otherwise , her body will say otherwise. She struggled with a response to which Vikram only smugged.

"See? you don't have to say anything and I will know"

"No , you are wrong. I don't feel anything about that night"

"You're lying again"

"Stop putting yourself in my head"

"That is the issue Sonarika , I am not. I just want to talk to you , to tell you that you are not alone"

"What?"

"You are not the only one who had sleepless nights ever since then , I did too"

"Is that supposed to make me feel better"

"In a way yes"

"How?"

"By not letting just blame yourself and blame me as well"

Sonarika stayed silent for a few seconds. There was some genuine concern and relativity in his eyes , she could see it that he meant his words. He wanted to be a part of this , either it was good or bad, he wanted it. There was a strange form of admiration in Sonarika's mind regarding him because she expected to behave like men who would walk away after some physical intimacy. But Vikram was willing to accept his mistake and face the hurt like she does right now.

"You shouldn't be the only one feeling this Sonarika...It should be me as well..despite knowing everything I still craved for you....and I did the deed and the crazy part is I don't feel sorry for what I've done"

Sonarika looked at him with confused eyes , not understanding what he is saying. Vikram noticed her dismay and continued.

"I know you won't get it....but that night....whatever I did , I have no regrets. I was with a woman who I was truly infactuated with and I wanted to make the moment with her memorable. I didn't think of her chastity or her commitment , at that moment , I only wanted her. Tell me Sonarika , can you look me in the eyes and tell me that you didn't feel anything that night"

Vikram was now gripping her shoulders with his hands as he looked at her looking for a response. Sonarika was already teary eyed and she had no response.

"You don't need to punish yourseld Sonarika. We did what we did because there was a connection between us , and it is okay. I don't seek to destroy your life in any way , I just want you to know that you are not alone in this"

"So what's next?" Sonarika asked looking him in the eye.

"Whatever it is , it's upto you. You can decide , I will respect your decision. As for me , I will make it clear , I am attracted to you Sonarika , I really do. Since that night , you are no longer Sonarika to me. You are my Soni!"

Sonarika remembers Vikram calling her that during one of their intense sessions. Those words , it formed a deep connection within their minds towards each other. Sonarika haven't felt this level of connection in her life , and a part of her was thrilled by it and another part was heartbroken thinking about Hemant. Vikram continued.

"I don't intend to take anything from you Sonarika. I know that you have a life and commitment towards your responsibilities. But deep in my heart , I also don't want to loose you. This connection , we have , it is something special. We can complete each other in many ways that you don't see right now"

Sonarika's inner turmoil was still present , she was drowning in her own suffering and her emotions. Seeing Sonarika tumbling with emotions made Vikram to make a decision.

"Go home Sonarika , forget that anything had happened between us. From now on , I will keep my distance. I only want you to be happy , not like this. Our work commitment is pretty much done. I wish you well for all of your future endeavors. Good bye Sonarika , Forever"

Saying that Vikram left , Sonarika couldn't help but look at him as he walked away leaving her sitting in this beach alone. There was some relief in her , but Vikram's departure also created another mix of emotions in her mind.

That night when she was home , her mind had some peace. Things were slowly getting into normal like it was before. Hemant was back into his usual schedule and he was in his cheerful self. His kind words and comfort towards Sonarika didn't exactly helped with Sonarika's mind as she felt she betrayed his trust on her. In her mind , she could no longer see herself as the wife that Hemant used to love , everytime Hemant touched her it felt like he was touching a spoiled thing in her mind. There were nights where she would silently cry herself to sleep cursing the fates for bringing Vikram in her life. 

'I wish there was a time machine. So that I could never spend more time on that hilltop and went with others. If I had went with others , I would've never got close to Vikram. My Life would've been my same life I've cherished'

She closed her eyes fighting back her tears as she succumbed to her sleep hoping to not have another nightmarish dream about him again.

Days soon turned to weeks. Sonarika's life returned to its normalcy like before. But still there was a void in her , the void formed since that fateful night. Upon times , she would think about him , the ridiculous chemistry they shared with each other. The fire that burned within her , he ignited it. And now he has left a void in her , and she has cursed herself for feeling it that way. He was now an imprinted memory in her brain right now. 

A few days later , Sonarika was invited to a party by Meghna as she couldn't make it and she wanted Sonarika to take her place. Sonarika was reluctant but she also wanted an out to spend time someplace else rather than sit home and feel guilty about it. The party was in a lavish setting , and she was having a good time there until she noticed Mouni present in the party. Thankfully there was neither Kunal nor Sagar to make it awkward. Mouni was busy with some other women talking until she noticed Sonarika standing in the corner looking at the city view. Mouni excused herself and approached Sonarika.

"Its a wonderful view isn't it?"

Sonarika didn't respond immediately as she sighed. But later she did.

"It is.."

"How is work these days"

"Its going well.....yours?"

"Not bad.....thing about interior designing is you get to be creative with your work.....and the lineancy of the job helps with more leisure time"

"I guess not everyone can be that lucky"

"True but sometimes we can make our own luck!"

There was an awkward silence between them after the laughs after which Mouni decided to discuss the elephant in the room.

"I wanted to ask , did something happen between you and Vikram?"

"What? why did you ask that?"

"Because lately , Vikram has been avoiding us and he has recently proclaiming that he is done with Mumbai"

"Done??"

"Yeah , he has asked my to seek out potential buyers for his apartment in Galaxy heights. He says he wants to focus more on his hotel in Jabalpur but I know there is more to that"

And that did it , Sonarika had that uneasy feeling in her stomach again. She was feeling remorse over the idea that Vikram was leaving her for good. And that was something she didn't like at this point. He came and ingnited this fire within her and now when he said he was with her , he is now leaving her for good.

That is something she could not accept , not after everything that has happened. Sonarika was miffed by this progress. Soon she vent out her frustrations with Mouni.

"Why are men like this?"

"Like what?"

"Afraid , like the solution they always seek is letting it go and walking away. Why that? do they think doing that will eventually make them better?"

"Its their coping mechanism Sonarika. They think burying the past will eventually make them over it. They cannot comprehend to confront their mistakes head on and often ignore it to focus their attention someplace else. Men have a hard time understanding the concept of closure"

"And here I thought Vicky was different"

"Believe me , he is. Even now he is ignoring this place not just to bury it but to make sure he never comes in front of you"

"Why?"

"Because he has confessed his feelings towards you to me. He kind of treats me as his big sister at times so he doesn't hesitate sharing his mind at times. Vikram , he has developed a strong connection with you. But he also understands the life that you have built and he believes him being around will only ruin your life so he is making a conscious decision to move away from you"

"And yet , last time we met he said he was willing to share my suffering"

"He is , and its not just suffering he wants to share. He is infactuated by you Sonarika , and he wants whatever he has with you to be special. And believe it or not , he doesn't wanna mess up your life. But fullfill you."

"How?"

Mouni only smiled as she soon responded.

"Ain't it obvious?"

Sonarika thought about her words and soon she realized what she insinuated without saying a word.

"An Affair!?" Sonarika said the words Mouni intended in her mind. Mouni giggled a bit and then responded.

"No Sonarika , affair is very trivial. Call it a bond , a relation that will fullfill you as a person."

"And what about my family"

"What about them? they will be the same as they were before"

"You're asking me to cheat on my husband"

"No , I am asking you to fullfill you as a person. Marriage cannot fulllfill you in whole sometimes , which is why affairs and secret relations are more common. You're living the high life of Mumbai Sonarika , here chastity has a different meaning. Are you seriously going to sacrifice your needs and wants for a husband that doesn't look at you the same way before"

"This is not Hemant's fault"

"Yes , and Sagar in my life isn't Kunal's fault either. Tell me Sonarika do you really think I hate my husband for what he is?"

Sonarika didn't say anything as Mouni continued.

"Kunal and I were quiet happy , he was everything I always wanted in my life. Until his perversion and kinks came in and ruined our bond. Now I cannot even see my old husband anymore , you think I feel happy knowing that my husband is in the corner watching while I make love with Sagar?"

Mouni raged on as Sonarika listened to her , understanding her frustrations.

"I don't hate Kunal Sonarika. I just cannot see him anymore. Because his kinks have become his identity. I cannot see the man I once loved anymore in him. And now with Hemant forming a friendship with him , he has completely disconnected himself from the house"

"But Hemant is not Kunal Mouni , I know him. He never had that kind of kinks or mindset in him"

"I get that , believe me I can understand your husband to some extent. But I have to agree with Meghna's thinking that Hemant has often never cared about your needs lately. He can say all the excuses of worklife and all that but he is doing the same mistakes that a chauvinist man does in a marriage"

Sonarika didn't like those words. She never liked it when someone trash talked about Hemant in front of her.

"Look all I am saying right now is Vikram truly cares for you. And even though you claim it was a mistake , I know deep down you care for him. You both have formed a connection none of you can deny. Loosing him will leave you incomplete in life Sonarika"

Those words were indeed impactful and it resonated to Sonarika. She has indeed formed a bond with Vikram and deep in her heart she cannot let go that easily. But at the same time she cannot do that kind of thing to Hemant in any manner. That night was once more another sleepless night for Sonarika as she struggled with her emotional connection. Everything in her past recounted in her mind , the first meeting with Hemant , the first few dates , the marriage , the pregnancy , bringing Karan to the world , forming a wonderful family. And then in walked Vikram , the change in mindset , the attraction , the infactuation , the insane kiss shared on that rainy evening , the unforgettable night at Jabalpur. 

There was no doubt there was an intense relation forming between Vikram and Sonarika and she has no idea how to handle it anymore. Sonarika understood that she cannot let go Vikram that easily after everything after all.

The next day during the lunch break , a frustrated Meghna walked in directly towards Sonarika.

"Okay seriously Sonarika what the hell is going on?"

"What?"

"You've been acting dull and sad ever since the hotel inauguration and Vikram isn't telling me what happened either"

"You talked to him?"

"I tried to find out what happened but lover boy is way too loyal to you saying he won't say anything unless you yourself say it....what is it Sonarika....I need to know..NOW!"

Sonarika realized she has no choice , she could not hide it from Meghna any longer now. Sonarika gestured her to sit and then confessed. She recounted everything that happened on that night in Jabalpur. Meghna noticed the glow in her eyes when she described the night.

"I am confused Meghna. I have never felt this long connection with anyone else in my life , and he was everything that I had dreamed. But then there is also Hemant who I feel I am betraying with my feelings. It pains me that I think of Vicky that way despite of my marriage"

Sonarika was teary eyed as she confessed everything feeling like a weight being lifted off her shoulders. Meghna heard everything and comforted her.

"I understand your troubles Sonarika. You are suffering I get it , but honestly this is something you have to figure out on your own. I can only give you my opinion and a friendly advice"

"What would you sujjest Meghna? What should I do?"

Meghna thought about it for a while after which she finally said.

"I believe you should talk this out with Vikram. Figure out a way for a future between you two"

Sonarika looked at her with judgemental eyes with a twinge of anger.

"Why do I feel that is what you were going to say. Seriously Meghna , all of your pettiness with Hemant is unbelievable"

"This has nothing to do with Hemant. I am only saying this for your well being"

"You are absolutely insane Meghna , completely insane!" Sonarika stated angrily. 

Meghna was getting a bit frustrated. She soon changed her output.

"Its not insanity Sonarika , you know , more than four decades ago my mother was in the same situation you were in , she was conflicted about her emotions. She loved someone and the person she loved abandoned her , and my dad came in the picture and it was nothing but nightmare for her since. I've slept sleepless nights hearing my mother's cries from my father's abuses. She seeked any place she could find but only found closed doors. Even in her final days , she cried to her former lover to save her. And he didn't bother one bit , the next thing I saw was her lifeless body on the floor of the building she jumped from"

Sonarika was teary eyed hearing her sad story as Meghna held back her tears. 

"There were days I wished it was my father that lied there instead of my mother. I have always hated him and my hate only raged further when he married a much younger woman just in a week after my mother died. So yes , I might be insane , because the man that was suppose to be my guiding force made me that way. And I see a whole lot of men with that same characteristic of my father with other men."

Sonarika listened to her understanding her dynamic.

"Look I am not saying Hemant is a bad person. But you should accept the fact that he cannot fullfill you the way Vikram does. At this point in your marriage he is just a handbreak in your vehicle of life. And this attraction you feel , this intense thoughts towards Vikram. It shows that you seek something from him that he can give which Hemant cannot give you , not anymore. And its alright , marriages tend to do that. You just have to figure out how to move forward. And since Vikram cares about you , I prefer you discuss this with him"

Sonarika thought about it for a while , Meghna noticed the change in expression in her face. She soon added.

"You know , Vikram is still in Mumbai. He is leaving tomorrow"

There was a sudden pulse in the eyes of Sonarika hearing that. The reality that Vikram was indeed in the city brought a twinge of excitement in her. Then there was the expression of helplessness in her face. Sonarika knew what would happen if she met him again. She soon told her emotions to Meghna.

"I am afraid Meghna. Vikram , he is too much for me. If I meet him again , I won't be able to...you know"

Meghna had a grin on her face as she responded.

"Heh , I know. And I cannot stop a woman from having her good time now can I?"

Sonarika playfully smacked her as she walked away. Meghna kept on grinning at her as Sonarika went out of sight as soon the grin from her face disappeared.

Sonarika was in the office washroom adjusting her buttoned shirt and slacks she wore for the day as she contemplated on her choice right now. This was the biggest moment of her life , she washed her face multiple times and then looked herself in the mirror.

'I hope you know what you're doing Sonarika , if this goes sideways , it will be all over'

Sonarika said to her reflection taking deep breaths. There were tears in her eyes but she rubbed it off fast. Her hands soon reached to her neck and after some deep breaths , Sonarika removed her mangalsutra from her neck. She felt a strange form of relief after removing it , making her feel like she was the woman she was in her college days now. Flamboyant , bold , free to fly.

Sonarika returned to her office cabin as she placed her mangalsutra in her handbag. She sat on the chair and looked at the photo of her family , the faces of Karan and Hemant bringing a pull of her chastity towards her. Her eyes were watering once more but she shut her eyes hard and her hands clenched into a fist with her lips quivering. She grabbed her phone and dialled Hemant's number and within three rings he answered.

"Hey Honey"

"Hemant will you be late today?"

"Uhh no , my workload is pretty manageable so I will return home at the usual time"

"Well umm , I have to attend a work friend's anniversary party tonight and she insists on turning it into a slumber party for the ladies so she wants me to stay at her place"

"Who is this friend....do I know her?"

"Its umm....its....Pragya..."

"Oh , its okay honey , I'll handle Karan for the night and take care of Anju as well , she has to prep for her upcoming exams anyways. Enjoy the girls night honey , good night , love you"

"Love you too"

Sonarika ended the call and wiped the tears coming from her eyes. She looked one last time at the photograph of her family and caressed Hemant's image in it with her hands.

'I am sorry Hemant , You deserve better'

Sonarika wimpered as she gave one last look at her husband's image as she packed her stuff and left her office. The drive was calm and nervous , as each passing street and getting closer to Galaxy Apartments. When she reached at the gates , she notified the security guard she was coming to meet Vikram. The guard called Vikram through intercom and asked him to which later on the guard responded to Sonarika in helping her park and giving her access to the building. Her breaths were heavy as she stood in the elevator as it reached its destination.

Sonarika walked towards Vikram's door and stood there with baited breaths. She ringed the bell and it took only seconds for Vikram to open the door. Both of them looked at each other and that connection was evident yet again. Moments passed as seconds as they were lost in each other's eyes. Everytime this happened it was a surreal moment for each other. Vikram didn't have to ask anything further anymore as Sonarika closed the distance and brought her lips to his. Vikram moved with her as he waved his hand towards the main door and swinged it shut. Vikram led her to the living room as they both crashed on the couch making out with each other. There was no more world , no more responsibilities , no more duties that was bound to them at that moment. For now it was just them and their need to be close to each other.

Sonarika was extra intense today as she willingly opened her mouth which made Vikram to invade it with his tongue. Their kiss was sloppy and rough as their bodies grinded with each other covered in clothes. After about five minutes of intense kissing , their mouths separated.

"mmmm....Soni...I missed you.."

"Less Talking More Kissing Vicky!" Sonarika responded as she grabbed his face and kissed him again and again.

He kissed her softly to begin with, savoring her taste. It was every bit as good as the first time. Her lips were soft and tender. He felt her sigh into his mouth as her kiss deepened. He pulled her close and she responded, leaning towards him and pressing herself to him. As the kiss grew in intensity, his tongue flicked out to press against her lips. Her mouth opened and she welcomed it inside. Their tongues made contact, wrestling together as the kiss got harder and more passionate. Soon their mouths were mashing together, tongues entwined as they continued to kiss with a fierce desire and longing.

Vikram could feel his cock was about to explode in his pants. Sonarika was driving him wild as she rubbed the shaft of his throbbing cock through his clothes.

Vikram broke the kiss and broke the mood. Sonarika sat back quickly. She saw he was grinning as she stared at him.


Looking into his eyes Sonarika kissed Vikram back again and this time quite passionately and he replied in kind by holding her shoulders and kissing her open mouthed.

Their tongues soon struck up the war of supremacy again and they kissed and kissed. When they came up for air, they both exclaimed 'wow', and Sonarika thought that was intense. Then Vikram literally lifted Sonarika in his arms and carried her to the bedroom. He placed her on the bed carefully this time and both of them started to undress themselves. 

Vikram removed his shirt exposing his well shaped sexy body with abs and broad chest while Sonarika removed her shirt to reveal the black bra inside holding her breasts in. Soon their pants followed as Vikram ditched his formal pants while Sonarika removed her slacks. Then Vikram removed his boxers revealing his raging hard on to Sonarika's eager eyes. Just seeing it again made her remember that amazing night at Jabalpur. She soon removed her bra and then the panties followed after which Vikram mounted her on the bed bringing their nude forms into contact with each other.
 
Sonarika opened her legs to allow him to settle between her thighs and he didn't disappoint. Looking into her eyes she felt him grab his now fully erect cock and rub the big bulbous head up and down her saturated sex. "Oh mmm, mmm Vicky."

"I waited a long long time for this."

"Of course you do , I can see your enthusiasm..."

"This closeness , skin to skin. This is everything for me"

"What are you-----OHHHHHHH!!!!"

Vikram didn't wait for Sonarika to complete her sentence as he slid his big cock up her slick pussy in one long push of his muscular hips. When Sonarika felt his big, bloated balls push up against her raised bum ,  she knew that she had taken all he had to offer. And it was a lot! 

Sonarika had never felt so stuffed by a cock before. She could not help but accept the fact that there is some difference between Vikram and Hemant and she had to admit Vikram maybe has an inch bigger package. She was ashamed to think that all of her morals had gone out of the window by now. Here she was on her back with a handsome man's bare cock seated deep within her hungry cunt. Sonarika couldn't think clearly at all. Her dereliction of marriage vows and betrayal to her husband. She felt a twinge of pain in her heart.

As Sonarika wrestled with a myriad of these thoughts her mind drifted back to the here and now. As she regained focus and looked up, she looked into the eyes of Vikram who was holding himself completely still inside of her and was staring intently at her with a big smile on his handsome face. 

"Are you okay Soni, you seemed to drift off in your thoughts now?"

"I was....you know....thinking how wrong this is..."

"But does it feel wrong to you Soni?"

That was the trouble. The warm glow that was emanating from her loins told her that it felt right, very right in fact. Sonarika had never felt so sexually alive in her life. And then in a hushed husky voice Sonarika replied. 

"No, it feels, that is I can't believe how good it feels Vicky."

"Well, my lovely Soni, I'm going to make love to you now, is that okay?"

"Yes, please I need this, I...."

"Sshhh, it's okay, I know."

And with that Vikram started to thrust. In and out, in and out, moving his steel hard cock deep within her. The sticky squishing noises told of her drooling sex, Sonarika was liberally coating Vikram's big cock with her juices, helping him to take her fully, aiding his big cock as it probed her feminine core. It was heaven!  

She could feel a knot of heat and tingling build deep inside her and gradually it spread across her belly and upper thighs. Her orgasm was building. Sonarika grasped Vikram's big muscular shoulders and sunk her nails into his skin as she thrashed beneath him. On and on it went, each inward thrust of his loins bringing a new wave of ecstasy to her body as she laid breathing erratically beneath her lover.

Vikram continued to thrust his wonderful tool into her over sensitised sex. By now her legs were wrapped around his lower back and she could feel the change in his strokes. He was starting to become more erratic, and Sonarika knew he was getting close to his climax and so was she. 

"Soni, I'm nearly there, are you safe or shall I pull out?."

Vikram was playing it careful this time and being conscious about the situation. Her attraction towards him only grew further as she caressed his hair. Without hesitation Sonarika said 

"No Vicky, I want to feel you just like that night, don't worry I am in my safe days."

Locking her ankles around his still thrusting ass and cupping his face in her hands, Sonarika told him 

"Go ahead lover , give me your essence. Make me a woman , fill me up!"

Smiling he picked up the pace and as he prepared to do what she had asked him, Sonarika stared up into the face of Vikram, he looked more handsome than that night in Jabalpur. His intensity was breathtaking. Her insides were on fire , his mouth appreciated her breasts and then later on her lips. Their intimacy was burning their desires to each other to new heights. As they climbed to their mountain of release , the real world slowly vanished. They were in their own realm enjoying the moment of passion as their release was slowly approaching

Soon she had reached the boiling point for the last time. 

"Give me all of it now lover. I'm ready to explode!" Sonarika moaned to him as Vikram intensified his thrusts.

He thrust as hard as he could. He was impaling her deeply into the bed, which now added its voice to the chorus of their lovemaking. The bed creaked and groaned under their violent bonding. Sonarika was on fire with passion, and so was Vikram who was going hard as an animal. With a scream of triumph, she arched high into the air, stiffened, and exploded into orgasm.

"AAAAHHHHHHHHH!"

Now it was time for Vikram's release. His soft sack of jewels had long ago become a hard bag of rocks, stuffed full of sperm and aching for discharge. He thrust powerfully and mashed her into the bed. She thrust back with all of her strength and struggled with finding any hold in her body as it kept on spasming from riding the orgasmic waves. Using all of the power in his hips, he penetrated her back down , like a hammer hitting a nail. Her head pitched from side to side as her body convulsed beneath him.

There was a grunt, a rapid quickening of his thrusts, another animal cry from Vikram, one massive powerful final surge of his body followed by a scream from Sonarika...

"AAAAHHHHHHHHH"
"RRRRRGGGGHHHH"

And then he began to cum. Vikram's back hunched, his head was thrown back and his buttocks tightened again and again as he began to ejaculate in Sonarika's body. As the semen spurted into her vagina he let out a cry of ecstasy and triumph as his body went into spasm, ramming the last few millimetres of his cock into her and filling her with every last drop of his seed.

In that bedroom, Sonarika's eyes almost glowed as she felt her lover's climax, feeling the warm sensation of his liquid released inside her like thick ropes of heavy fluids as she feels her body getting filled with his essence, her nipples hard and erect, her eyes going wide and pale , falling to this ultimate depth of pleasue and riding the waves as her lover's cock had emptied its virile cargo into her love tunnel.

Sonarika from the overwhelming orgasmic pleasure she experienced simply passed out.


Back in Hemant's house , it was past 9.00 by now. Hemant was helping Karan with his homework when the bell rang and he knew it was Anjali returning from her night class. Anjali greeted him as usual but she noticed something interesting for the first time. Hemant today had chose to wear one of his old tight t shirt which actually highlighted his newly improved muscles. While having dinner Anjali enquired.

"Bhaiya , you've been working out?"

"Yes , I rejoined an old training center I used to go to , the WFLF. I've been trying to get to my old shape which has been quiet hard torture for few months lately"

"Well , looks like those tortures worked. You look quiet good , does Didi know?"

"Not exactly. Believe it or not I actually did this for myself because I figured I wasn't focusing on my physicality much and improving it helped with my health issues subsiding and my old form helped me building confidence and endurance. I think she will be happy when she notices eventually"

"She will be definitely , are you guys having agruments lately?"

"Its just the 'Kunal' thing , Sonarika is adamant believing that Kunal is a bad influence to my life. You know your sister , once she is upset with someone , she goes bonkers about it. She will slowly mellow out when she learns I was Kunal's influence and not the other way around"

"And is there any development in Kunal's life?"

"Of course , two days ago , he joined me in my fitness center for a training program to get in shape. Now , he cannot get to my shape but Rony sir who teaches Muai Thai to others have shown interest in him and Kunal is excited about it. Its still an early phase but I am confident he will start showing improvement very soon"

"He will do well Bhaiya, if you have improved this much , he will be soon as well"

"Thank you for the kind words Anju"

"You're welcome Bhaiya"

Both of them enjoyed their dinner as they talked on other social subjects. Eventually it was time for sleep and Hemant told another story to Karan as he made her go to sleep. Soon Hemant after checking out his body improvements in the mirror called his night and went to sleep preparing for another work day.

BACK IN GALAXY APARTMENTS

Things have elevated quiet further in this bedroom as Sonarika was now on all fours in the bed. She was a sweaty mess after almost 5 sex sessions that have commenced since the evening to this moment in the night in which one was in the bathroom. The tiredness and sweat was pretty visible in her body , her hair was a complete mess. Vikram was in his sweaty mess as well as he kneeling behing her until her ass was mere inches from his face. 

Vikram could see the wetness from her pussy. The lips were pretty messed up as Vikram ravaged it with his dick already in these few hours. But the last shower has cleaned all the essence all he had dumped in her. He was so close he could practically taste her, yet he took his time before diving in. Her ass was simply perfect, a down right work of art. Vikram grabbed each cheek firmly, kneading the flesh between his hands. He spread them, giving himself a perfect view of her puckered ass. Vikram took a beat, inhaling the sweet scents radiating from her, before he had his first taste of Sonarika.

"Mmmm Vicky!" She moaned as she felt the tip of his tongue pass through her pussy and ass. He was only encouraged by her reaction so he repeated the movement a few times. Each time being rewarded by more and more of her sweet juices as well as the erotic moans and groans that were escaping her amazing lips. Vikram continued licking and sucking at her backside, loving absolutely everything about it. The feel, the smell, the taste. The sounds she made only made his blood boil more.

"Vicky! That feels so good. Don't stop mmmm" Sonarika cooed. 

"Please! Keep going." She whispered back at me.

Vikram assaulted her with his tongue and they groaned simultaneously. Her from the feel of his tongue and he from the taste of her wonderful juices. 

"You taste so good." Vikram told her meaning every word. 

She pulled her ass further apart, giving him more and more access to her holes. Vikram sucked and licked away at her glorious pussy, listening intently for every moan, groan and grunt Sonarika was making. 

Vikram used his tongue as a small cock, fucking her slowly and almost lovingly. He used his fingers and pushed it deep into her warm and snug cunt. 

"ohhhhhh!" Sonarika moaned as Vikram viciously attacked her from both ends. 

"Oh Vicky yes! Please don't stop!" Vikram pulled his tongue out of her pussy and smiled inwardly at the grunt Sonarika made. 

He quickly used his middle finger. Vikram pushed it deeply into her ass, feeling it grab and tighten his digit. Sonarika immediately jolted and quickly stopped Vikram.

"VICKY NO! not there!"

"What's wrong?"

"Its...nothing but....I don't like doing....there" Sonarika said between breaths.

"Come on Soni it will be fun!"

"No Vicky please....not there...please"

"uggh....fine" Vikram said with disappointment.

Sonarika kneeled with baited breaths as Vikram soon lined up his cock to her entrance.

"I am gonna enjoy pounding you instead!" Vikram told her as he speared her pussy with his hard cock.

"AHHHH!" Sonarika yelled feeling his cock deep within her again. 

Vikram fucked her hard and fast, loving the ripples of her tight pussy.He moved his hands to her torso and grabbed one of her firm heavy tits in each of his hands. He pinched her nipples and used them for leverage as he continued stabbing her pussy with the maddening pace of his cock.

"Ahhh." Sonarika moaned looking at him over her shoulder. 

"Go ahead! Give me the pounding!" She said with her naughty smile along with her beautiful lust filled eyes. Vikram had been holding back the tempo of his strokes, now that he had been accorded the green light, he planned to use it. 

Vikram pulled his hips back and pushed into her as hard as he could. 

"FUCK!" She screamed as he repeated the movement over and over again, loosening her pussy more and more. He sped up his strokes keeping the force he had begun with, sending his dick careening into her hot cunt. 

"OH SHIT! This feels...It feels...GOOD! AHHHH"

Vikram grabbed her hips and began pushing and pulling her entire body up and down the length of his cock. Her hair was flying all over her face, her wonderful tits were bouncing and her moans only continued to go higher and higher. He grabbed one of her breast with his left hand while his right circled around and began playing with her clit.

"Ohhh Soni!" Vikram groaned as he felt her tight walls do wonders to his cock. 

He was losing himself to her wonderful body. He couldn't stop but look at how perfect and flawless it truly was. His thrust quickened, the sound of their bodies slamming into one another's could clearly be heard through the apartment. Vikram's hand was still rubbing her clit as his enormous meat ploughed into her with intense pace. She was close to cumming. He had to get her there. Vikram gripped her ass cheeks and closed his eyes, sending all of his energy and focus into the movement of his hips.

"AHHH! VICKY! VIIICCKKKYYY!! I AM SEEING STARS!!! AAAAAHHHHHHHHHH! " 

Sonarika screamed just as her body detonated around his cock, sending shivers and waves of pleasures throughout his body. Vikram held firm and refused to cum. He held on for dear life and continued to fuck Sonarika through her orgasm. 

"AHHHH!!! SHIT!!!!" Sonarika cussed as she dropped her head on the nearest pillow.

"HERE IT COMES SONI! TAKE IT ALL!!!!" Vikram shouted as his own impending orgasm ripped through him, sending all of the cum he had left for the night straight up into Sonarika's wonderful pussy. They both collapsed on the bed, a sweaty sexy mess. He wrapped his arms around Sonarika and pulled her body against his.

"That was...That was..." Sonarika kept trying to say, but couldn't find the right words as she continued to attempt to catch her breath.

"It really was." Vikram said finishing whatever thought she had. He was pretty sure they were on the same page. He fought the urge to close his eyes and fall asleep after the incredible sex they had just experienced. They definitely outdid the Jabalpur night this evening. He enjoyed the feeling of his softening cock still within her pussy. They stayed that way until his dick, fully spent, came popping out of her cunt. By this point Sonarika was passed out and sound asleep with sheer exhaustion and weakness. Vikram happily spooned her as they slept in that sweaty mess and sleep took both of them pretty easily as they drifted off to a deep slumber.

                                                                                                                                                      (CHAPTER TO BE CONTD)

[Harry Jordan]

                                                                                                                                                          (CHAPTER 5 CONTD)

The morning sun shined bright into the city of Mumbai as it got ready for another round of busy workday. As the sun was shining to the building of Galaxy Apartments , the day light penetrated the windows and lighten up the bedroom that had endured some intense passion last night. Sonarika was asleep in the bed with her lover Vikram. Vikram was on his back asleep. She was lying beside him, her head was on his upper arm that was wrapped around her, with his fingers laying on her tit. She had her right arm and leg dbangd over his body. 


As the morning sunlight emanated to the room , Sonarika slowly woke up. She moved and rubbed her eyes as she looked around and then noticed Vikram. The moment she saw him a smile crossed her face as she looked at Vikram. Her look was of appreciation towards him for a wonderful night. Sonarika ran her hand over Vikram's chest and belly, it was like she was enamored by his form.


Sonarika ran her hand down over his belly, and gripped his cock. She probably hadn't seen or felt it when it was soft. Vikram's cock was big, and he looked heavy. Sonarika was acknowledging it for the countless orgasms it gave her last night. She confirmed her assumption this time , Vikram really is slightly bigger than Hemant , but unlike Hemant , Vikram knew how to use it and Sonarika thanked her stars for last night and his meat's work. Vikram and his cock were both waking up now--she liked feeling his cock growing in her hand. She has a smile on her face as she felt his manhood. 


Sonarika without wasting any time threw her leg over Vikram's body, and straddled him. She used her hand to guide his now-swollen cock to her opening, and she moaned. She was probably still very slick from their fluids which were still inside her from their mutliple matings last night. She lowered her body down, and it seems it aroused so many of her nerves, as his stiff organ probably reached the end of her vagina. He has definitely explored the never before gone depths probably with last night. When her body settled on his, she just held still, and enjoyed the feeling of being completely full of cock , his cock. When Sonarika felt Vikram's hips starting to gently thrust, she started lifting her body up and sliding down on his cock. Her mouth was a constant 'O' with heavy breaths.


Sonarika put her hands on Vikram's chest, and seriously started fucking him. She was enthusiastically riding Vikram's cock seemingly joyous from the past experience and the current one being developed right now. She was feeling so good to feel a big cock so deep inside her and probably stretching her, arousing so many nerves that had never been touched before. Vikram had his hands gripping her hips, helping to lift her and pull her down on his cock. After about ten minutes of fucking Vikram, Sonarika was so wound up, she was definitely craving for her climax. Vikram reached up with both hands, and squeezed her tits, then pinched and pulled on her nipples. That put her over her climactic edge, her hips went crazy, driving her pussy to go wild on that wonderful cock.


Sonarika screamed "Ahhhh!! AAhhhhh AAAAHHHHH!!!"


Sonarika fell onto Vikram, her mouth and tongue finding his, and they went crazy kissing each other. Vikram's hips kept a small gentle circle going, keeping his pelvic bone rubbing on her clit, prolonging her intense pleasure.


As her pussy was still contracting on his cock, Vikram put one hand on the small of her back, then holding her tightly against him, he turned them over, coupled as one, so that she was on her back, and he was on top of her. He lay on her, taking most of his weight on his arms, but still squashing her tits between them. The powerful, sexy man was lying on top of her, his huge cock filling her like never been filled her before.


They continued their passionate kissing, as he used just his hips to thrust his wonderful cock into her. Her nerves were tensing again, she probably couldn't believe that being filled so full after a long time , by such a big cock could arouse so many nerves, and feel so good. Sonarika wrapped her legs around Vikram's back and locked her ankles together, as they fucked.


She was yelling at him. "Fuck me Vicky Harder!"


Sonarika had probably never felt like this before in her life--this was how fucking was supposed to feel. That thought and the incredible fucking she was getting was sending both of them over the edge, unleashing another incredible orgasms to each other, beyond anything.


This time, Sonarika screamed "AHHHH!"


Sonarika's climax had done it for Vikram, he raised up on his arms and pounded his cock into her. His balls stiffen and bulging above her love tunnel vibrating signalling his eruption has arrived , as with one last mighty thrust, he drove his cock so deep.


Sonarika yelled at him "AHHH You're filling me!!!!"


His whole body stiffened and he let go with a roar that sounded like a wounded lion. 


"Urrrrrr, ugh, ugh, ugh ugh."


His huge load of cum was flooding her pussy again, coating her love tunnel, and the walls of her vagina. It was probably so fulfilling and satisfying for Sonarika to feel his cum in her body again. Vikram lowered his spent body onto Sonarika, his cock probably still throbbing inside of her. His breathing was deep, and his heart was most likely pounding. Vikram started to roll off of her, until she held him on top of her, enjoying the feeling of his weight on her, as his cock is softening and receding out of her. Finally after he slipped out of her, Vikram roll off of Sonarika. They lay beside each other, and spend about ten minutes cuddling and kissing.


"That is a pleasentful way of getting up!" Vikram said.


"That definitely was....but don't make this a habbit now. I cannot do this everyday with you. Especially not like this" Sonarika explained.


"Sure...but I am happy now...knowing that you are seeing a future for us now"


"Well....you did quiet a performance last night and....just now so...."


"Then I wish a future with more mornings like this"


Sonarika hugged him tight in response as they snuggled. But eventually reality started to dawn on her , her happy face soon turned to a sad one as she moved her hand to her neck noticing the absence of her mangalsutra. Vikram noticed the sadness in her face and her rubbing her neck and he understood she was thinking about her marriage.


"Soni , I have no intention to hurt you. And I have no problems with Hemant. So you don't have to worry about choosing"


"What?"


"Look I know that you have a family , and I know that what we did and have been doing is pretty much a mistake in society's eye. But I also know how much your family means for you and I have no intention for ruining it. But I do like spending time with you , bonding with you. And that is never going to change. You don't need to make any drastic decision , I just want to be a part of your life that's all"


Sonarika took a breather and understood what Vikram was insinuating. The sheer mention of Hemant brought a twinge of pain in her mind and heart. Sonarika soon responded.


"Vicky , I only need one promise from you. From now on , we won't discuss or talk about Hemant or my family between us. This apartment , this place , this is our own world. A place of our connection , our intimacy , our feelings. We will be with each other in this space as long as we can. This will be our own retreat of liberation. Here I am not a wife , a mother or a sister , I am just Vicky's woman , and you are Sonarika's man."


Vikram liked the last sentence she said. He caressed her hair as he looked into her eyes.


"You know , right now you look the most beautiful"

"Uhuh , and I believe that is because I called you my man?"

"No , you are genuinly beautiful today. Especially like this , bare"

"Naked?"

"That too"

"I have a feeling you prefer me like this more often"

"Most times I do , but I have some sujjestions on things I wanna see you in"

"Like?"

"Like umm.....this amazing yellow saree I've seen which has a no shoulder blouse. Then this beuatiful embroidery red one. A wonderful Punjabi salwaar kameez and a ravishing bikini I've seen in a magazine"

"Hmm? Are you aware of the issue of that magazine?"

"I have it stashed in my drawer. The model wearing it kind of has a similar body as yours"

"So tell me handsome did you jerk off seeing that bikini thinking me in it"

"I'll be honest with you. Yes , multiple times"

"That's good , maybe one day you will see me in that bikini itself"

"That will be the most cherished day of my life!"

"Good answer." She said as she pulled away from him. "So, Shower?"

"Hmmm." Vikram put his finger on his lip, pretending to think about it. "Only if I can join you."

"Well you better." Sonarika said as she left the bed. 

Vikram put his hands behind his head watching her walk towards the bathroom. Sonarika caught him looking and put her hands on her hips. 

"Enjoying the view?" She asked posing for him nude. Vikram just nodded. 

"Well why don't you come here and do more than just look." 

Vikram sprung out of bed and practically jumped her body. He pressed her against the wall, wrapping his arms around her waist and pulling her deeper into the kiss. Her hands made their way around him and he felt her hands grab his ass cheeks. His cock was once again waking up and was pressing hard into her stomach. 

"Let's get in the shower." Sonarika said breathlessly. She wrapped her soft warm hand around his cock, and pulled him towards the bathroom.

When the water was finally warm, Sonarika and Vikram stepped under the shower head. Their hands were busy with one another's bodies. They were kissing hard and fast. Their tongues were practically attacking each other. His desire for her continuing to grow with each passing swipe of her tongue. Vikram groaned uncontrollably when she sucked his tongue into her mouth. Loving the feel of her mouth tantalizing every last bit of his.

Vikram lowered his head and sucked one of her hard nipples. Sonarika moaned as her hands rested on top of his head. He switched over to the other nipple, making sure that it wouldn't feel neglected. His tongue moved all across her nipple and her soft breast. He played with her other breast, squeezing and playing with her amazing tit. He continued to kiss down the length of her body, laying soft kisses on her flat and abs visible stomach and carrying down and kissing her thighs.

Sonarika leaned back against the wall and spread her legs wide, giving him full access to her juicy cunt. Vikram dropped to his knees and ran his tongue across her pussy, moaning as he was hit with the taste of her wonderful juices. He looked up, feeling the lust in his chest. Sonarika looked so sexy, her hair wet, the water running over her wonderful breast. She was moaning with her hand on his head, holding him firmly in place between her legs. She didn't have to, at that moment there was nowhere he would rather be. He continued to run his tongue all around her cunt.


"Ah! you're so good!" She moaned over the sound of the running water. 


Vikram raised his hands and grabbed her tits, squeezing and kneading the soft flesh, causing her to moan even louder and grind her cunt against his mouth. He could tell she wanted him to suck on her clit, he continued to avoid it. 


"Don't tease me!" She pleaded with him as he dropped one of his hand to grab her full ass. Vikram pressed his tongue against the opening of her cunt, pushing it hard against the opening. He was able to get the tip of his tongue into her. 


"AHHH, yeah. So good!" She whimpered. He began using his tongue as a little cock and fucked her with it.


Vikram finally put Sonarika out of her misery and wrapped his lips around her clit. 


"Ahh!" Sonarika's scream reverberated off of the tiles in the bathroom. 


Vikram sucked it into his mouth and moved his tongue all across the bundle of nerves. Sonarika was now bucking her cunt against his face, right as he pushed two fingers into her incredibly wet and warm cunt. 


"Ahhh Ahhhhh Mmm mmpppgghhh" Sonarika continued to pant as his fingers and lips increased pace to bring her to an orgasm. 


"Ahhhh, don't stop... Don't..!! AHHHHHHHHHHHHH" Sonarika screamed as she was hit by an orgasm so quickly that even she was surprised by it. 


"Ahhhhh! Ahhhhh!" Sonarika continued to shout as the orgasm continued to rip through her.


"Oh wow." She said as he stood in front of her. 


She grabbed his face in between her hands and mashed their lips together. Vikram groaned as he felt her tongue swirling around in his mouth, as she tasted herself on his mouth. He was hard as hell and had to have her. He put his hands under her ass and lifted her off the ground. He pressed her against the wall, as her legs wrapped themselves around his waist. His cock lined up instantly with her pussy. All it took was just a movement of his hips and he was inside of her again.

"SONI!"
"VICKY!"


They both moaned each other's names as their bodies connected. He loved the heat and snugness of her cunt. His dick felt hard as steel surrounded by her tight pussy. Its still surprising that she is still tight despite the amount of pouding he has given her since yesterday evening. His fingers dug into her ass as his hips pumped in and out of her. 

"Mmmppggghhhh!" Sonarika groaned as her lips met Vikrams. 

Their kisses were hot and heavy and he did not want them to stop. Her tongue was driving him wild just as much as her cunt was. She was gripping and squeezing his cock so wonderfully.

"OHHH Soni , My Soni , Ohhhh, You're amazing , Ohhhhh" Vikram whispered to her as his cock bang into her time and time again. 

Her pussy gripping him tighter and tighter as his mouth descended thousands of soft kisses on her wonderful face and neck. He dropped his head and once again sucked on her left tit. She whimpered as he shifted the angle of his penetration, trying to create more friction to which Sonarika started to wince along with her moans finding new types of pleasures.

He pushed his dick even harder into her. The sound of their bodies banging into each other was only heightening the pleasure they were both experiencing from this amazing fuck. 

"I'm cumming again!" Sonarika moaned. 

Vikram could tell by the way her pussy was tightening up. He grabbed her ass even tighter and sped up the pace of his cock. 

"SHIT! SHIT! AHHH!!" He felt her cunt explode once more. He continued to fuck her through her orgasm as he still kept going.

Vikram put Sonarika down and spun her around so that she was looking away from him. She understood what he wanted and quickly dropped to her knees and stuck her ass out in his direction. He settled behind her and quickly pushed himself into her once more. Her pussy was saturated with her juices at this point. Vikram grabbed her hips and pumped his cock deep into her. 

"Ahhhhh, mmmm." Sonaeika moaned as the water continued to cascade over both of their bodies. He moved his hands and grabbed her full tits into the palm of his hands. He pinched her nipples and continued to roll his hips into the depths of her incredible pussy.

Vikram pulled her body hard against him trying his best to send his dick even deeper into her. "FUCK!" He groaned as he felt his dick totally enveloped inside of this beautiful creature. His balls were slapping hard against her clit, bringing her closer and closer to the edge of a wonderful orgasm. Vikram watched as Sonarika dropped one of her hand into her cunt and began rubbing it. 

"Vicky I am close! Ahhhh, HERE I CUM!" The moment that he felt her walls tighten around me, he knew he was a goner. 

Vikram closed his eyes as his cock exploded deep within her. "Ugggghhhhh SONI! MY SONI!" He screamed as his cum continued to fill her cunt.

The room was filled with the sound of their breathing. Vikram felt his body feel so relaxed as if he passed all of his energy to her and he enjoyed the sensation of his cock softening in her cunt. They finally pulled themselves together, and took a real shower. Cleaning each other and kissing every chance that they had. The water got cold and they decided to leave. Vikram wrapped a towel around Sonarika's shoulders and helped her dry off. She smiled up at him as she began to warm up.

"Thank you." She said before kissing him. 

After they dried and got dressed, Vikram wore black sweatpants and Sonarika wore one of Vikram's t-shirts, they went out into the kitchen where Sonarika began to make breakfast for the two of them. This was a territory she was familiar but this time this was a kitchen she haven't worked before. And for the most part she wasn't alone as Vikram joined her there. He sat on the counter and watcher her work to which Sonarika giggled at times as she was making breakfast with whatever there was in the kitchen storage.

"That was an amazing way to wake up." Vikram said with enthusiasm.

"Sure , just don't make it a habbit okay?" Sonarika warned again.

"Yes mam. You were great by the way." He retorted.

"I wasn't too rusty?" She asked biting her lower lip.

"Not at all." Vikram said laughing. "My dick is still tingling." He admitted.

"That good huh?" She said biting into a croissant.

"You sure were." He told her kissing her again. Once breakfast was ready they settled down at the table. They behaved like they were a newly wedded couple.

"So how is the work front going?" Vikram asked.

"Not bad. Ever since the deal with your hotel is done there is some relief in work load for me. Although Meghna recently came in an interesting proposal"

"What is it?"

"Its an interview , sort of a conversation among female enterpreneurs. Ragini is part of it too"

"That is great. She has made a name for herself in business"

"Yes but I am not a businesswoman. I am just a manager for Tanishq that's it"

"Don't downplay yourself Soni. You achieved what you have only through your hardwork , Tanishq should be honored that they have a wonderful regional manager like you"

"If you say so....by the way I am not exactly clear about Ragini's past. Her personal life is been kept under wraps"

"Yeah her divorce was pretty messy. You see she was a devoted wife , and she loved her husband , but he was a real moron. He often downplayed her and chastised her in public. Typical chauvinistic behaviors , until it was found that he was having an affair and in that affair the woman involved got pregnant. And the guy for his arrogant behavior blamed it on Ragini claiming she can never be a mother. I was there when she finally slapped him for the first time and threw him out of the house. He made a lot of screams and shouts throughout the divorce process. I insisted to her to take an alimony offer but she refused claiming she doesn't need his existence in her life. She instead took a major cut from their joint shares and properties and even got back her house in Goa. And she made her own business which is in small scale but quiet profitable"

"Wow , she is definitely an ideal woman to be inspired by"

"You are too , just because she has a more compelling backstory doesn't mean you are of less value"

"Yeah and what makes you say that"

"Because you have a quality. You are a working woman but you also have certain desires and aspirations about life. You do your duties as a woman to your family but you also seek liberation and freedom from the bounds that society often latches women with in their marriages. You have less chains but at the same time you still crave for some freedom and an identity of your own. Plus more importantly , you are not just a woman , you are a mother. And you have found the balance in you own life and work life thanks to your commitment."

Sonarika slightly giggled as she consumed her breakfast and coffee as soon she asked.

"You know its funny that you mention all of that and it felt like you were throwing praises only about myself"

Vikram smiled and then responded.

"You said not to talk about him which is why I only praised you. Believe me Sonarika unlike Meghna , I don't look down on Hemant one bit. He is everything a husband is supposed to be"

Sonarika felt a bit irritated. The mention of his name twinged her heart and she immediately responded.

"Vicky please....not him...not now"

"I understand Sonarika. My point is you should consider Meghna's offer. This will not only build confidence in you but it will also draw new opportunities to you in the work front"

Sonarika simply smiled seeing Vikram backtracking from talking about Hemant and singing her praises. Sonarika and Vikram were having great fun conversating and formed a great company in this moment. After she had finished the last bite of her meal, she put her chin on top of her fist and looked at him with her deeply beautiful eyes.

"What?" Vikram asked blushing a little under the glare of this attractive woman. 

She said nothing as she left her seat to quickly slip into his lap. She wrapped her arms around his neck and stared at him with a smile that was so hard to read. Vikram wrapped his arms around her waist only moments before Sonarika lowered her mouth to his and kissed him. The kiss was slow and luxurious and he totally lost himself to the feel of her lips and the taste of her mouth. Sonarika wasn't wearing any panties and Vikram felt the wetness of her pussy as she grinded herself against his hard cock. Her nails raked down the back of his neck, sending shivers through him and making him hold onto her body that much tighter. Sonarika slung down to her knees between his legs, looking at him all the while. She pulled his hard cock out of his sweatpants and slowly pumped the hard as steel organ.

"You're insatiable." Vikram whimpered.

"You bring it out of me." Sonarika told him before dropping her mouth onto the crown of his cock.

"rrrggghhh!" Vikram groaned as he felt her lips and tongue bathe his cock in pleasure. He looked down to see the beautiful woman still staring up at him, only now her mouth was filled with cock. His cock. She devoured it. Taking more and more of his cock as her tongue swirled and dipped all around his most prized appendage. He ran his hand through her hair and moaned as she increased the strength of her suction. Vikram watched in awe as her cheeks sunk into her face as her mouth descended time and time again down the length of his pole.

"Mmmm....Its been a while since I did this." She told him as she popped her lovely mouth off of his throbbing cock. She dipped her head, taking his heavy balls in between her lips.

"Hgghhh...well you're free to do it to me anytime!" Vikram teased her. She threw back a lovely smile at him before returning her attention to his cum filled balls. She proceeded to lick, suck and twirl her lovely tongue all around him driving him insane. He could feel the heavy warmth spreading through him and he couldn't help but pump his hips.

"You want to fuck my mouth don't you?" She purred with her mouth inches away from his cockhead. 

"Be a little careful because I've never done that!" She said with a wink, making him want to fuck her mouth even more. 

She swallowed his cock once more, only this time he was pumping his hips, using her mouth for his pleasure. Sonarika was a great sport in that regard and allowed Vikram to fuck her mouth to his heart's content, making the sexiest moans to edge him ever closer to a heart bursting orgasm. Vikram excercised control and used a firm grip on her mouth and choose to not to full on hard on her. Since this was her first time , he wanted to make sure she was comfortable taking him in the full.

Vikram grabbed two fistfuls of her hair and continued to plow her mouth. Sonarika's tongue kept up, bobbing and weaving and sending waves of pleasures to course through him. As quickly as it had begun, it ended. Sonarika pulled her mouth that he had grown incredibly fond of away from his cock that was very much still in need. She stood in front of him, looking as sexy in his t-shirt as she had last night sweaty and nude.

"As much as I appreciate you letting me wear this." She said as she pulled it over her head and tossed it to the ground. 

"I think you'll appreciate this much more." She finished showing off her incredible body to him once more.

"That's 100% cotton." Vikram joked. Sonarika laughed as she settled on his lap. She grabbed his dick and aimed it at the entrance of her juicy pussy.

"I bet you this feels better than cotton." She said as she lowered herself and took the head of his penis into her warm cunt.

"FUCK!" Vikram shouted. 

"You win the bet. What do you get?" He asked looking at her pretty face.

"I got just what I want." 

WIth that she dropped her body down onto him taking the remainder of his cock deep into her. They both groaned in unison. Vikram let Sonarika set the pace as she fucked him slowly, almost leisurely. He didn't mind one bit. He grabbed her firm ass cheeks in each of his hands and squeezed the lovely pair as he watched her melons bounce up and down while she fucked him. 

"God, you fill me so good!" She said as she picked up the pace. Vikram took her nipple into his mouth and sucked hard, making Sonarika moaned even louder. She wrapped her hands around his head and pressed him even deeper into her tits.

Vikram moved his fingers closer to her asshole, softly pressing his index into her rosebud. He looked at Sonarika and was pleased to see her so excitement with the development. She kissed him hard. Her wicked tongue was hitting all of the places that would bring the most pleasure to him. He slid his index into her asshole. Her reaction was instant. Her pussy tightened around his cock and the beautiful woman was bucking wildly in his lap. He fucked her pussy and ass at the same speed, exciting the best of them and driving them ever closer to a powerful orgasm.

"Ahhh...Vicky....don't get your hopes up about that.....your fingers will be the only thing entering there.....aahhhhhh!" Sonarika said between moans

"Uggghhhh.....one day Soni.....uggghhh....one day I will get it.....uggghhh"

"Mmm....keep dreaming....Ahhh"

Sonarika pulled off of his cock once more, this time Vikram nearly whimpered. Her cunt was so warm and tight, leaving her was the last thing he wanted to do. She saw his distress and smiled at him before turning around and displaying that fantastic ass of hers to his field of vision. She once again lowered her pussy onto his cock, giving him what he had silently been begging for. Sonarika was now quickly raising and lowering her cunt onto Vikram at a rapid fire pace. He wrapped his arms around her and pulled on her nipples, provoking a cry of pleasure from her.

"AHHHHHH........Vicky.....you're amazing....AHHHHH" Sonarika screamed as her hips pumped and grinded all over his cock, practically using him for her pleasure. 

Vikram didn't mind at all. He was thoroughly enjoying the fucking and wished it wouldn't end. 

"I'm so close! Ahhhh, so damn close!" Sonarika moaned. 

Vikram slammed his hips back into her as hard as he possibly could, wanting to drive her further to an orgasm. He felt her pussy tighten and knew she was right on the verge of exploding one more. He dug his fingers into her hips and fucked her for all he was worth. 

"AHHH! BABY AHHHHH VICKY! YES, YES, YES, YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSs" She screamed as her body was wracked by a body cracking orgasm. 

"AHHH! You're making me explode again!!!!" She moaned as her body relaxed.

"I am your detonator!!!!" Vikram joked, enjoying the feel of her pussy around his cock.

"Now it's your turn." She told him before grabbing the table in front of her and returned her attention to fucking the hell out of him. Vikram moaned and leaned back into his chair, enjoying the feel of Sonarika's body as she switched all of her attention to bringing him to a ridiculous orgasm. Vikram could feel the cum preparing to launch itself into Sonarika.

"Rgghhh...rrggghh....mmmggppp......I'm cumming Soni! I'm cumming!" Vikram warned her before her cunt was flooded with his seed. 

"Oh shit, I can't stop cumming." He told her as his cock continued to pump gallon after gallon of warm, white cream into her. 

"Rrggghhhh!" Vikram roared as he finally felt his orgasm end. He could practically feel his body release all of the tension he had pent up. Sonarika leaned back against him and they both simply took deep breaths. 

"You're fantastic." Vikram said caressing her disshevelled hair.

"You're not so bad yourself." Sonarika giggled.

"Shower?" I asked her. 

"The real shower that is...I am getting late anyways" She smiled and nodded. They kissed before heading back to the bathroom.

When Sonarika returned home , she found Anjali cleaning up the house as Sonarika made up the excuse that she is pretty tired because of the lack of sleep in Meghna's slumber party. Sonarika spend the rest of the day sleeping and taking rest after taking her contraceptive pills. Despite coming to the comfort of her home , she felt a bit of suffocation here. It was probably because of the hurt that was forming in her mind as she lied on the bed. She looked to the side where Hemant used to sleep and tears started to flow from her eyes. She caressed the pillow where Hemant placed his head as she drifted off to sleep in the noon. 

In that short nap she reminisced an old memory with Hemant , the first date they went as a married couple where Hemant decided to be a bit extra and took her to a luxurious hotel for some lavish dinner. Sonarika was upset as it was way beyond the paygrade of his at that time but she appreciated his enthusiasm. She remembered all the little things he did for her especially the time when she was going through pregnancy with Karan and Hemant took paternity leaves and took care of the house chores despite Anjali being present in the house. His handling of family members , always finding ways to diffuse a tense situation. And most importantly that one night when she fell sick with high fever and he was around making her herbal coffee and assisting in steam inhalation. She remembered the words Vikram said.

'He is everything a husband is supposed to be'

That penetrated her heart like daggers brining more emotions out of her. She knew there was no justification in her actions , what she is doing is definitely wrong. But she cannot help it anymore , Vikram has become quiet an important part in her life right now. And now she wants to be selfish , a need to live this dual life and feel completed in every sense. 

She was willing to admit that Vikram was giving her something that Hemant couldn't and that was freedom as an individual , with him there was no bounds , no strings to hold her with him , just two free birds enjoying life.

When Hemant returned from work that night , he immediately came to her to see if she is alright when he learned she took the day off from her office. Everytime he touched her , it felt like the knives of betrayal penetrating her body. She assured him she was fine but she was lying to herself , she wasn't fine , she is never going to be fine. The more time she spend with him the more she felt the sting of heartbreak in her knowing that she no longer feels physical attraction towards him. Especially after last evening and the entire night. But she made a decision for herself , she wasn't gonna feel pity for him , because like Vikram said , he is a good husband. So she will treat him as the man of the house and the family. He will always be a valuable part of her life and she made a determined decision in her mind that Vikram will never replace him. His role in her life will forever be the person who brought her sexual freedom and liberation. Hemant will forever be her husband and the father of her child. Whatever happens , she wasn't going to choose. Sonarika knew it was selfish but she wasn't willing to sacrifice anything. She has two men in her life now and that is the reality of her life now.


Sonarika didn't think much of the consequences but rather reminisced on the memories she made with Vikram. The next day Sonarika greeted Meghna with a bright smile and Meghna instantly knew she was in a very happy mood.

"Hmm look who is glowing"

"Who me?"

"Of course , your entire energy has shifted Sonarika. You're like shining and glittering like a Diwali light"

"Oh stop it Meghna"

"So , did you meet Vikram?"

"I did"

"You did more than just meet didn't you?" Meghna said with a grin.

Sonarika blushed to which Meghna's grin intensified.

"So...was he good?"

"I am not answering that Meghna"

"You don't need to. You're face is already answering it"

"Is it"

"Yes it is , its basically showing the  'post orgasmic bliss' in you. I am happy for you."

"BTW , that night I was with you at Pragya's place having a slumber party with the ladies , that is the cover story"

Meghna looked at her with wide eyes.

"What? you saying you stayed in his place for the night"

Sonarika nodded and blushed.

"Wow , so he really was that good huh"

"What makes you say that?"

"Oh come on Sonarika , I've known you since higher education , I know how you behave when someone charms you out of your senses"

"Hmm , I think you might be right"

"So that's why you didn't come to office yesterday"

"I woke up late and was very weak from the....you know. I spend the whole day in the home sleeping after the exhaustion and....."

"I get the rest" Meghna giggled as Sonarika's cheek turned red.

"So , where is he now?" Meghna asked.

"He has left the city , but he will be back"

"Of course he will be back , you just gave him a reason now"

"Yeah , definitely"

"So when are you moving in with him?"

Sonarika was surprised by her sudden question like that.

"Moving in?"

"I mean obviously , Vikram is a complete package here. He loves you , comforts you , you love him  , you both want to be together. I am pretty sure Karan will find him quiet fun as well and Anjali is quiet flexible as well so , why not?"

Sonarika didn't respond immediately , she simply glared at him. Then after some sharp breaths , Sonarika said in a firm tone.

"Listen up Meghna , from now on , you are banned from talking about Hemant to me in every sense. You wanna talk about Vicky , Karan , Anju , anyone else you want. But no more Hemant"

"Good , and I'll completely ignore and get rid of him if you can take his lazy ass out of your life for good"

The happy mood in Sonarika started to get tense. But Meghna didn't care and continued.

"Understand this Sonarika. Vikram , he is the man meant for you , he is what you deserve. The man of your dreams who loves you with passion and emotion. He won't hesitate in making your family as his. He is in every way the man meant for you. Hell he can be a better father than that idiot Loos---"

"ENOUGH! MEGHAN ENOUGH!" Sonarika responded with an angry stare and a much more harsher tone. 

Meghna noticed that same fire in her eyes when she went to slap and teach a lesson to Sandeep. Sonarika was fuming after hearing all that insults of Hemant from Meghna's mouth and Meghna started to realize she might have overstepped a line here.

"Okay...okay , I won't talk about him." Meghna said raising her arms.

"Good , now lets have our lunch" Sonarika said changing the subject. Meghna was a little upset because she ended up making Sonarika's happy mood into an upset one. She never liked seeing her that way. But while having lunch Sonarika's phone pinged as she looked at it. She read something in it and in an instant she started smiling. The glow in her face returned. Meghna knew only one person can make that in her right now.

"Let me guess , Vikram shared something?" Meghna asked giggling.

"Yeah , he stopped sending me greeting cards and stuff. Now he sends it to be on our private chats. And he has become....pretty provocative"

"Hmmm , of course he is. So please tell me, how was the 'experience' with him?"

"The best ever!" Sonarika said with a happy smile.

"Ever?" Meghna asked with a raised eyebrow.

"Well we did it a lot that night so it was quiet an experience. He was quiet captivating"

"How many times"

"I only counted till the fifth session. After that I was just lost with him"

"That explains the sleep the next day"

"True , I was like drained out or should I say....stuffed in"

"Did you take the precautions?"

"I did , had my pills. Though I was worried we might've went overboard"

"Of course you went overboard , more than five sessions? I mean did he like cum inside you all the time?"

"NO! Just twice thats it. Most of the sessions he pulled out. Though we went out of the control the morning after"

"You did him in the morning as well"

"Yeah , one while we woke up , then in the shower. And after that after having breakfast on the dining table"

"My god Sonarika , you are a vixen!" Meghna remarked giggling.

"Well , he definitely brought it out of me"

Meghna then thought about something and then she finally asked.

"Look I am still tempted to ask this despite knowing that this might upset you. But I just want to know you as a friend. After all of this , why do you still wanna live with Hemant?"

And Meghna was right , Sonarika was upset again. Sonarika stared at her for few seconds and then responded.

"I have my reasons Meghna. And I know you will never understand that"

"Why not?"

"Because you don't understand marriage. In your blatant hatred for society and patriarchy you tend to believe that marriage is their worst creation. But I disagree , although there are few issues and sometimes big problems but marriage is not just a contractual partnership between two individuals. For some its the union of two souls , and in my case , it is the union of soul. I don't just love Hemant Meghna , I am soulfully bounded to him. Its not that easy to explain. Yes I do say I crave Vicky and he is the ideal man but you know what else I crave the most. Is that I wish Hemant WAS Vicky. Yes I never saw the ideal man in Hemant , but in my whole life , I could never have a better life partner than him. Despite having a wonderful night with Vicky , I spend the next day not just tired , but hurt from the guilt that I cheated on a man like Hemant. Because I know deep in my heart how much Hemant loves me."

Meghna silently listened.

"Vicky, he brought the freedom and vibrance in me , and I see a fullfilling partner in him. If Hemant and my family didn't exist , I would've welcomed him into my life and started a family with him without a second thought. But I cannot run away from my own reality. Hemant is the father of my child , our child. I cannot abandon them just because Vicky gave me a few orgasms." 

Meghna listened and then with a sigh responded.

"I hope you know what you are doing. You are in dangerous waters now"

Sonarika was struggling with her emotions

"I know. But I will never choose. Never between them"

They finished their lunch as they went to their respective works. What followed was a month of leisure work for Sonarika. Vikram was gone for just a week and he returned to Mumbai in his apartment. A new routine started in Sonarika's life , thanks to her recent success in her office. Sonarika seeked a different type of work schedule which had her reporting in the noon and leaving by 8.00. But Sonarika lied in the house that she has another big work in her hands and that is why she has to work late and go the usual morning time. But instead of going to the office she will be spending her morning hours with Vikram at Galaxy Apartments. For the first two weeks they didn't do any sexual activities. It was all about knowing each other as individuals. Sonarika soon learned about Vikram's family , even though he was born in Bareily to an already rich family , his upbringing was mostly done at his mother's place in a small town near Chandigarh at Punjab. His mother was obviously Punjabi and that explained how he looked attractive as his punjabi gene dominated his appearance and physique. He was the complete opposite of what Hemant is. Despite of his usual charm and gentlemanly approach , he was terrible in household chores.


Despite having a ktichen , Vikram most times order food for himself as he does not know to make food. Sonarika often teased him for not even knowing to even cook maggie. This became a part of their bond as Sonarika would come to his place every morning and have breakfast and lunch with him. And Sonarika did the cooking for him. It was double work for her , to have light breakfast with her family in the morning and bond with them followed by a short drive later to have another breakfast with this alluring man in her life now. They also formed some ground rules in their relationship. Sonarika would never meet him in weekends as she states it will always belong to her family. But every monday to friday she would come to his place in the morning and have their own quality time. And then there was the unconventional offdays that came between works which was a boon for more quality time between them. In those offdays , Vikram would take her to lunch outside or visit parks.

Weeks went by and Sonarika and Vikram got close as individuals. Today was a special day for them because Sonarika only messaged him one sentence and that excited Vikram.

I am on my safe days today

Following that sentence was a grin emoji which she sent to Vikram. Vikram only responded by licking emoji and kiss emoji expressing his excitement. The morning was like every other day , Sonarika happily serving breakfast while all of them listening to Karan's antics. Karan scored good marks in his recent exam and his birthday is fast approaching so the family are planning a lavish party at the house on that occasion. Sonarika was happy not only that her family was now in their happy phase now but also that Hemant is more involved and has been part of family activities. Sonarika could see some change in him but she simply cannot point what it was.

After having a wonderful time with her family , she drove her car to her next destination which was the Galaxy Apartments. When Vikram opened the door and greeted her with a grin wearing just a tank top and gym pants , Sonarika couldn't help but smile at him. She pushed him inside and shut the door.

They had wasted no time and were already under the covers, naked ,  in their bedroom. Sonarika was wrapped in Vikram's arms as he cuddled her, relaxed in each other's familiar, intimate company and in expectation of what was to come. Her left breast resting on his chest. They were kissing, their lips pressed tightly together, their naked bodies connected from head to toe in near-silent, near-total contact.

Absorbed in their intimacy , they ignored the outside world completely. Lost in their own world of erotic copulation.

The bedroom was filled with the sounds of low whispers and the soft, wet sounds of lips on lips. The bedsprings are softly creaking too.

Sonarika and Vikram were increasingly in the throes of passion. Sonarika was on her back, her full thighs parted. Vikram was on top of her, his cock already moving slowly and smoothly in and out of her vagina.

The two lovers seemed completely into each other. Sonarika's legs were wrapped around her lover's thighs as if drawing his body into hers; her aroused sighs telling how much she was already enjoying herself and promising well for what was to come.

Their intimate connection was complete; male and female joined as one; his body deep inside hers; her body holding tightly onto the shaft that was slowly but repeatedly penetrating her.

Suddenly her phone ringed which was placed on the nearby desk. Sonarika was first ignoring it as she kept on caressing Vikram's face looking him in the eye as she moved with his thrusts giving out slight moans. But soon she started to feel irritated by the ringing and thus in between the sexual intercourse she reached for the phone and looked at it and after which turned the screen off and placed it back on the desk. Vikram asked out of curiosity.

"Uhhh...uhhh....who was it?"

"Mmmm....mmm....Something about work..nnngghh..."

"It might be important"

"Nothing is as important as you right now baby!"

Saying that Sonarika smiled, ending the conversation by pulling her lover's face towards hers and kissing him passionately on the mouth.

Vikram responded by quickening his pace. Sonarika began to moan softly and for several wonderful minutes , she and her lover joined as intimately as a man and a woman can be.

The bedroom emanated with the sweet sounds of two human beings moving towards a state of ultimate intimacy.

Sonarika's moans are growing louder, her voice hoarser. Vikram's grunting has become clearly audible above the persistent and increasingly wet slapping sounds made by two bodies colliding.

He is in no hurry.

The sounds in the bedroom grew louder and more passionate. Vikram was thrusting faster and faster between Sonarika's open thighs and within minutes grunting. The intensity of their coupling was becoming more urgent as he pushed into her as far as he could. His climax was close. Sonarika was urging him on, spreading her legs wider as if trying to increase both the depth of his penetration and her own already sky-high arousal.

"Vicky! Oh Vicky!"

The sound of Sonarika in the throes of passion was a surreal moment as she was reaching the pinnacle of female pleasure.

Unwilling to let their copulation end so soon, her lover paced himself well, rolling onto his back, pulling her plump body with him until she was astride him cowgirl style. His hands rose to her breasts and she rocked back and forth, rubbing herself against his cock so hard that not a glimpse of daylight could be seen between their united bodies.

Her penetration was complete. No two people could be closer and more united.

Now in her favourite position, it was Sonarika's turn to take control. Vikram's eyes closed as he focussed on delaying his ejaculation. Mounted on her lover's cock in the position that gives her the most intense orgasms, the sounds of Sonarika's increasing arousal grew and grew until, after only a few minutes of rocking, she was reaching her peak.

The sounds of mating grew louder and more intense; Sonarika's body began to tremble as the wave of pleasure rose higher and higher within her. The bed creaked, the noises grew louder still and more feral as Vikram began to thrust upwards to meet her gyrating hips and drive her over the edge.

It worked. There was a gasp, Sonarika's body froze, her head fell to her chest then rose to the ceiling.

And then she came; hard and powerfully; her body shuddering helplessly out of control, impaled on her lover's cock. The release she was feeling expressed freely and unmistakably as her body was wracked by spasm after spasm of sheer, physical pleasure.

Hearing Sonarika's almighty release, the explosion of all her built-up tension proved too much even for his endurance.

Realising the end was near and with his cock still buried deep in her throbbing vagina, Vikram rolled Sonarika quickly onto her back and started to pound her hard. Her climax so strong and so recent, she was putty in his hands, helpless to do anything but let him have his way with her.

'Slap-slap-slap-slap!'

The sounds of frantic copulation grew louder and faster as he fucked her. The room filled with the wet slapping sounds that only the violent and repeated penetration of a wildly lubricating vagina can produce.

He grunted, she moaned. He growled; she wailed. He drove himself harder and faster into her body; her legs fell apart, yielding completely to his animal desires, allowing his cock to plumb the last remaining depths of her milfy body.

His rhythm grew faster still, then broke completely.

And then he came too.

Sonarika cried out with a new pleasure as her lover began to climax, his seed cascading from his pulsing, throbbing cock, flooding her hot, eager body with warm, fertile fluid.

She urged him on as he filled her, demanding that he emptied himself completely into her deepest place, desperate to feel his seed inside her.

Vikram obliged her in the way he did so well; his orgasm long and semen-filled, invisibly pumping rope after sticky rope into Sonarika's vagina as she drove him on. Sonarika's hands rose as she came one last time, her fingernails raking his shoulders and arms, her eyes wide with the sheer, primeval female desire to have a strong man's seed in her.

But this intensity of copulation could not last long. Eventually Vikram's ejaculation came to an end and they collapsed in each other's arms, both spent, the hot room filled with the heady aroma of recent sex and sweat.
 
After having their lunch. A delivery man arrived delivering a big package to his flat. Vikram happily unboxed it and then kept it on the desk at the living room. Sonarika walked to the living room and was surprised to see that the package was a framed photo of Sonarika and Vikram from their first dance performance at that Tanishq anniversary function. She was stunned seeing the photo being enlarged and decorated in a beautiful frame.

"Vicky what is this?"

"Oh its the photo of our performance Soni. I found it through the event organisers and I really liked this one. So I decided to enlarge and frame it to hang it here on the wall"

Saying that Vikram used a nail gun and got on the desk to shoot a nail into the wall. Sonarika was a bit worried with the photo.

"Is this really necessary Vicky?"

"What's wrong?"

"I don't know , our relationship. We're supposed to keep it a secret and you are displaying it"

"No Soni , this place , this flat. This is our world , and this dance performance. I will never forget this in my life. This was the night my feelings for you truly evolved , and I want to cherish that moment. Which is why I am framing it"

"But what if someone sees?"

"No one will see , the only person to come to this apartment is you Soni. Like I said , this is our own world. And I want to paint our walls with us , all our moments , old ones and the new. I wish one day when we look at the walls , all we will see is us. Two individuals who found solace in each other and became each other's half. Everyday is a destiny of our relation Soni"

Sonarika didn't say anything but simply smiled.

"You and your words. You just know the right ones to use to woo me don't you" Sonarika retorted.

"No Soni , I say those words because I meant it. For me every moment with you is a long cherishing one"

Vikram grabbed her and kissed her. Sonarika leaned into that kiss as they separated and looked at the framed photo. He held her arm as she leaned her head on his shoulder.

"For new memories"

"For new memories"

                                                                                                                                      (CHAPTER TO BE CONTD)

[Harry Jordan]

Man, Harry, the reason I wasn't reading your story is it resembles bits and pieces from other stories with plots identical to lot of them, and you were writing to prove a point and give hero worship to Hemanth at the end after his humiliation and suffering from his wife's betrayal. You have prepared a wealthy conquest ready to fall for Hemant and while twisting the tale for his wife to fall for Vikram.

Where's fun in that when you know the whole plot. Don't try writing stories to prove a point to other writers here...write for something unique. Just my 2 cents, also I wish you best in writing the story but I am out. I will say this though your writing is excellent and your effort to bring sex scenes to completeness is very good, we can literally see them and its refreshing.

~RCF

I appreciate your opinion about the story. Although I have to state , I don't have good guys and bad guys in the sense. I intend to adapt the "grayness" to my characters. And don't worry , the story isn't just about an extra-marital affair , there will be different themes that will walk in. There is a lot of character dynamic and different plot setting that will walk in. This early part of chapter 5 focused on Sonarika because I wanted to show her dynamic more in the story , really push onto her reasoning for her drive to seek an affair. I also have left some of the character's past unexplored because I want to reveal it on a different time.

I do not write this story with the intention of expressing my personal opinions about "cuckolding" ,  like I said there will be themes. Many of these themes will eventually come into this story and that will expand not only the characters in it but also the setting as well. My approach to this story is to start it like its a simple life story but then elements coming in and it transforms into a larger than life saga. Some of the inspirations for this story is from the novel A Histroy Of Violence one of my favorite literature. My intention is not to prove a point but to explore all this themes. For now the focus is the affair part because I wanted to explore the human emotions associated with it and Sonarika's character helps me in exploring it. Her duality is something I am going to explore now and in the future as well and her choices will eventually define her destiny on where this will take her in the future.

[Harry Jordan]

I wonder how in a short time sona mind manipulated to family women to cheater ... everyone did their part change her megha n vikram had successfully did it

Sometimes all it takes is few moments for someone to transform and in Sonarika's case , there was a lot of factors. Her inner attraction towards Vikram plus her fear of Hemant turning into Kunal is what resulted in her succumbing to it. But there is also a part of her that is unwilling to make a choice. She has ended up being a cheater , but this cheating also brings her suffering in her heart because she is stuck between two worlds now. The story further will be the exploration of her struggles and facing the consequences of her actions. But she has no idea what is coming!

Also the rest of the chapter 5 will come today. I have to fix some errors in it but it will be out soon.

[Harry Jordan]

                                                                                                                                                     (CHAPTER 5 CONTD)

That was indeed a special day for them. But it was also a special day for Hemant as well. His grind for months developing his prototype gun was complete. Today was the day Harper was coming and Hemant is going to perform an official weapon trial for ANVIL and the Client. It was strange that Hemant was still unaware who the main client was. Anyways he was very excited. While he was evaluating the prototype himself he remembered his last talk with Kunal and how Kunal was curious about Hemant's dream of a business venture. Hemant had certain ideas and he was hoping it will take him someplace interesting. Their friendship was developing into a much better phase now and Kunal had started to show some improvements in himself. He joined Hemant's WFLF fitness center and was working on building a better physique in himself. And Kunal's martial art training was taking full effects. He voiced his complaints in the first few days but later the complaints turned into enthusiasm. Hemant was preparing everything for the trail today.

Harper soon arrived and he stood by Hemant as he gave a short trial for him of the gun. He was very impressed.

"I am proud of you Egghead. I have a strong feeling that this will be the biggest turning point of your life"

"You think so"

"I know so....so shall we proceed"

"Alright"

Harper had shipped a code protected case to carry the gun and its parts a week before. After storing the gun in that container they both got on Harper's big armor truck. The ride was short as they soon arrived at the Mumbai Port NSG base. The weapon trial was to be conducted on indoor shooting range located there. Hemant met with some of the military personnals and beaurocrats along with Harper. It was when he made his way to the entrance of the shooting range when he got the surprise of his life. There at the entrance stood an older american man who had a smile on his face when he noticed Hemant. But the smile on Hemant's face vanished when he saw him. It was Jefferson Irons , a name and individual from Hemant's dark past. A past he was trying to forget but now seems like returning to haunt him further.

"Nice to see you kid....its been a while" Irons said patting Hemant's shoulder.

"So...you are the client?" Hemant asked with a smug expression.

"Indeed , I run ANVIL" 

Hearing that Hemant looked at Harper as if he felt betrayal from his part as well. Hemant looked dejected now as he contemplated what to do.

"No need to be angry on Harper, son. He is just doing the duty of a loyal friend. And in a way so am I because long ago a promise was made to you....I am here to fullfill that promise"

"Is that all you're here for?"

"For now I am here to see your hardware in action. We'll talk the future once the trial is done"

All the military beurocrats and Irons and Harper walked into the shooting range soundproof gallery. Hemant was instructed to perform the trial himself. In a way it helped Hemant with his confidence because he had faith in his creation. Hemant calmly assembled the gun taking it out from the case. Irons and Harper whispered to each other regarding the gun design and so did the other personnals present in that gallery.

Hemant's gun used the standard 39mm long cartridges , the bullets that were the benchmark in military in the past. They were used in AK 47s the most widely used Assault weapon in the world. But Hemant's gun had other interesting features. For starters his gun didn't have a standard ammo but bullets can be used in chains  like they did for heavy machine guns. Once fired the shell doesn't fall out but gets collected in a can to the right of the gun. The only reloading function to do here is remove the can and dump the shells and refit it. His gun also increased the velocity and the range of the 39mm than the AK 47s can. In short , the personnals concluded that this gun definitely can be very useful in an active warfield or place of conflict. Its shorter interval in single burst shots plus its ability to adapt its variety in scopes for better aiming also added more specialities to it. Hemant demonstrated each of its feature in detail. In a way spending all the years in Quadron doing presentations really helped him doing a much better presentation here for the personnnal as well. 

When the presentation ended , the gallery erupted with applause and claps. Hemant couldn't hear it but he could see them clapping to which he gestured his thanks. He soon walked into the gallery as each individuals came and greeted him and congratulated him for his craft. Soon it was Irons and Harper at the end.

"I told you kid , you always had some untapped potential"

"If you say so"

"No , I know so. All of them are impressed by your creation. And I can already see this tool of yours to make a boom in the international market"

"I thought you were buying this design from me"

"That was my intention , but seeing the potential this weapon has. I've decided to present it to other major players , I've already setup a meeting with the execs of BLACKROCK"

"BLACKROCK? But they are not exactly the good kind of company"

"Sure they're not , but they have government contracts and associations to DARPA. Plus they have a bankload of money that they will be willing to give you if they are impressed"

"Why are you so interested in the well being of my life"

Hemant asked our of frustrations , something that has been growing since his dark past. The smile in Irons's face dissipated as soon he talked more calmly.

"Because long ago William made a promise to you. And he couldn't fullfill it , before..."

Irons was fighting back tears as he said those words , Hemant too understood the situation and felt emotional knowing about William's death. He was after all Irons's son.

"He left this world with one regret that he couldn't give you a life you deserved. By doing this , I feel I am fixing the void that William left so that he can rest. Because I believe he is still around haunting all of us. And he won't go until you get the American dream!"

"I didn't knew you to have such supersticious beliefs" Hemant teased trying to ease the situation.

"Our actions fuel these superstitions son. And after decades of being in this outrageous world , it tends to build it in you. But I know in my heart , what I want for you is what he wanted. I only have the best interest in you son. In a way I see a lot of William in you"

Hemant couldn't help but hug the greiving man as they comforted each other. Soon they separated from the hug as Harper had a smile the whole time.

"I am going to punish you for this"

"If the punishment is done on a bar with the liquor of my choice then I crave to be punished"

All three of them laughed after which Harper said.

"See , I told you. The turning point , its right now"

"Its still early to think that Roy"

"Well , he is right Harper , this is just the first phase. In two weeks I will be setting up a meeting with the BLACKROCK officials in London. You need to prep for that" Irons stated.

"London?" Hemant exclaimed. The mention of the place brings some past moments turned terrible memories.

"Kid? Like Harper said , and I am saying it now. Don't just move on , evolve. We all are aware of your past. But please stop punishing yourself for it , there are good parts of you in that past as well , mold the good parts and adapt to a new life. Believe me , doing that will bring the drive in you to find peace"

Hemant understood his reasoning. And it has seemed to work , he has often thought about his past lately and it didn't sting him anymore. He was able to overcome the terrible memories and build something different in him. And having Karan and Sonarika in his life really made him push for that drive , because deep down he wanted to evolve so that he can be the best version of himself for them. An hour later , Hemant had a lengthy discussion regarding his future. Irons made a proposal that was worth thinking about. He still couldn't believe what he proposed but he had that curiosity and the drive to pirsue it to some extent. The prototype gun was handed over to NSG onto their high security vault until tomorrow then it will go with Irons and Harper via flight to the US.

The entire day Hemant thought about it , and by evening once the dinner was done. He got Sonarika's attention and came to the balcony to discuss about it. Sonarika was stunned when she heard what Hemant was telling about.

"A business?" Sonarika said stunned.

"Yes , you see my gun actually was created with a rare component. Its called a Vector Alignment Knot. Its kind of a screw but has a different physical characteristic. The knot helped balancing the gun and reduce recoil and Irons says that small component can be very valuable to other weapon types as well." Hemant explained.

"Hmm ,  so a production of that small material could be vital to other systems and since you are the creator of it , you can even get a manufacturing rights and import license for it. There is definitely potential for this business. Especially considering this is the weapons sector where millions are invested" 

Sonarika shared her mindset regarding it. Hemant was surprised by her knowledge regarding it.

"So what do you think?" Hemant asked.

Sonarika took a few seconds to think after which she responded. 

"Running a business will take a big resolve Hemant. There will be a lot of calculations and a lot of gambles and everything."

Hemant stayed silent as his smile was slowly fading away. Sonarika noticed it and soon responded.

"But I also know the untapped potential of my husband. He did a big gamble getting this house risking it all so that we can have a family. And I can see the excitement in his eyes right now. One thing I know about my husband , is that he can truly achieve anything he wants. I just want one promise from you Hemant"

"What is it?"

"That if you are taking this opportunity , I want you to dedicate yourself and make it grow so much that one day I will come to your office for a job!"

Hemant felt pride hearing her motivational words. 

"Woman, you are unbelievable"

"I have a man that makes me believable. And I know he can do it , I am definitely looking forward to it"

Hemant responded by hugging her. Sonarika cherished the embrace as she caressed his back showcasing her support and love to him. As she separated she noticed a naughty smile in Hemant's face.

"Why are you smiling?"

"There is another thing...you know we have our special day coming in four months right?"

Sonarika did the math and she realized he was talking about their wedding anniversary.

"Well , I've been thinking about doing something special this year"

Sonarika started to feel sad as she believed Hemant was going to throw a party. That is what his approach has always been.

"But it will be only about us"

Her eyes brightened when she heard those words. She waited in anticipation as Hemant revealed.

"On that date , I've reserved a premium suite at the Trident Hotel , with a special night package. No guests , no family members , not even Karan or Anju. Just the two of us on that room. And I wanna fill the void we had for a long time Sona"

Sonarika didn't say a word and just stared at him with watery eyes and a smile. But curiosity got the best of her as she asked.

"What is that void?"

Hemant smiled and then responded.

"You remember how exhausting our wedding night was. Our first night was a big failure thanks to our ridiculous function and all of that gathering. Well , I want to rectify that void in four months. So , we will have our first night on our marriage anniversary this year"

Sonarika's eyed glittered hearing Hemant say it. She happily embraced him again , showing her love and excitement for that day. As they went to sleep that night , Sonarika couldn't help but look at Hemant sleeping and cuddled with him. That was when she noticed there was something different with him , but she didn't care to find out what it was and was more enjoying the feeling of cuddling him after a long time. 

There was some sadness in her , knowing that she had betrayed his trust. But the idea of spending their anniversary with each other on a hotel excited her. And for the time being she wants to focus on her happy moments than the guilty ones.

The next few days went like the new schedule they had developed. Sonarika spend the morning hours until noon at Vikram's place. Soon the changes started to show in her often now. Sonarika had ditched wearing salwaars and sarees to the office and instead wore professionals skirt and slacks more often. She now had a new wardrobe in Vikram's place that was mostly dominated by casual wears like sundresses and jeans. Something she stopped wearing since marriage. The time spend in Vikram's place made Sonarika transform into her old confident and bold self. Their restaurant dates became more frequent.

But today was more special , Vikram had bought two tickets to take Sonarika to a Diljit Dosanjh concert held in the city. She was reluctant but Vikram's enthusiasm made her to give in. The event was a grand thing , the energy was unbelievable. They stood in the far section of the venue and enjoyed the vibe of the music. The punjabi side of Vikram came out in full swing , he was dancing and tempting Sonarika to let loose as well. The vibe and the ambience made the perfect environment for their connection to grow even further. They danced close together lip syncing the song getting closer than ever. Sonarika was shocked when she noticed that Mouni was present in the concert along with Sagar. This made her a bit upset , because now she kind of sees the parallel of her life with Mouni's.

But she couldn't help but enjoy her moment with Vikram as he embraced her from behind and danced intimately to each song. Their moment was fuelled by desire and intimacy as on occasion they kissed each other. Even one point they played with their tongues in their kiss. In her mind Vikram was the perfect blend of her college boyfriend Rocky and Hemant. He has the charms and attractiveness of Rocky but also has the caring and comforting behavior of Hemant. Althought Hemant is extra careful respecting her boundaries while Vikram considers to be as close to her as possible. 

Sonarika had already told Hemant that she will be late as she made up an excuse of attending a party of an office client. After the concert Vikram took her to a posh hotel to have dinner in a private setting with each other.

"You need to be careful with your behavior Vicky" Sonarika said.

"What happened" Vikram asked.

"Your hands were out of control in that concert moments ago"

"Well I cannot help it if my woman dressed sexy enough for the occasion. I had to make her aware that I appreciate her form"

"Yeah but control yourself. At one point I feared you were going to lift my skirt and do my right there"

"Well , that thought definitely haven't cross my mind"

"You are a dity mind Vicky"

"You don't seem to mind if I am not wrong"

"Well , that mind works wonders in a bedroom. Not in the open"

"To be honest I like doing it in the open , but not like in a concert though"

"Then where?"

"Oh , like in a beach , a deserted beach,  in a rain forest , at a waterfall , somewhere high in the mountains"

"Enough , you are unbelievably perverse"

"Hey its not that far fetch. Couples tend to do naughty stuffs like that"

"Are we a couple?" Sonarika asked.

"Yes , we are after all a secret couple"

"I am afraid secret couples won't have the luxury to do that."

"Actually they can if they have a good planning"

Sonarika looked at him with a doubtful eyes as she soon enquired.

"You have a plan don't you?"

"Matter of fact I do"

"And what is this plan"

"Its not that complicated. I had a business meet that was meant to happen at Bali , but the meet was cancelled but I haven't cancelled by flight ticket yet. So I was thinking I could buy another extra ticket and take my lovely partner with me to Bali for few days. Four days to be exact. Just me and you"

Sonarika raised her eyebrows hearing his plan.

"Four days? In Bali?"

"Yup , just you and me"

Sonarika stayed in thoughts as she contemplated on a trip like that.

"When?" Sonarika asked.

"In about two weeks. We'll leave on the second coming Saturday and return by Tuesday"

Sonarika realized what he meant now. There was a little anger in her.

"You're breaching our rules Vicky"

"What? How?"

"I told you weekends belong to my family"

"I don't intend to take that away from them whatsoever. I wasn't aware it was coming on that day. I swear"

"It makes me hard to believe that"

"Alright fine. How about the second week from now you spend that entire week with your family and then on that weekend you come to Bali with me"

Sonarika looked at him a bit confused. Vikram had an excitement on his face. Sonarika decided to tease him.

"A whole week. Are you sure you can survive without me for a whole week?"

"Do not worry , I will make up for that whole week in our trip I promise"

"That is a challenging promise"

"Well , I like challenges. And by the time of our stay. I will make sure you are satisfied from my promise!"

Sonarika blushed a little as they finished their dinner. By the time they were done , it was past 11.00 and time to leave. Sonarika said her goodbye as she got on her car and drove off. After driving off gaining some distance , she noticed the roads were deserted as it was late night now. But it was unusual for a Mumbai road to be this deserted even in the middle of the night. But soon the emptiness was gone as another jeep overtaked her car and was going in front of her. Sonarika maintained her speed and focused on her drive home. The Jeep then started to break on occasion making Sonarika at times loose control. She was slowly getting angry now understanding that the jeep driver is doing this on purpose.

Getting frustrated she brought the car to the side of the road and the jeep did the same. Sonarika got out of the car fuming from anger as the man driving exited from the jeep. It was Dilawar.

Sonarika has never met Dilawar so she was confused who it was. But she was slightly intimidated because of his size. Dilawar had a smile on his face , he definitely gave the appearance of a goon to Sonarika. She could deduce it consider the size of him and how he looked with his rough clothing and smug attitude. The smile only widened as he approached her but stopped to maintain some distance between him and Sonarika. Dilawar soon spoke.

"I have to admit. You look more beautiful up close"

Her anger only raged as she shouted.

"WHO THE HELL ARE YOU!"

"Relax lady , I am just here to see you in person that's it"

"Leave before you meet my sandals in person"

"Those sandals would feel like flowers to me"

"Worthless men like you say that until they get hit in the face"

"You can hit me anytime lady , it will make my night"

Sonarika felt disgusted with his attitude. Soon Dilawar changed his stance.

"I have no wrong intentions right now. I am just here to say sorry regarding my brother"

"Your brother?"

"Yes , you see. He has developed feelings for the young lady in your house. Unfortunately he did something reckless"

That was the moment Sonarika realized who this guy was.

"You are Rafique's brother?"

"Yes"

"Well get this in your head and your brother's head. Stay away from my family for good , or else there will be severe consequences"

Dilawar only smiled hearing that. He taunted her with expressions as he retorted.

"I like it. You have more fire than your lousy weak husband. I am still shocked that a pathetic waste of a man like him has a smoking hot of a package woman as his wife. Its a terrible shame"

"WHAT!" Sonarika shouted.

"Didn't he tell you? He once did a lousy attempt to threaten me. But it felt like begging to me. You deserve a real man lady. A real man that can appreciate that incredible body of yours"

"GET OUT OF MY FACE BEFORE I DO SOMETHING TERRIBLE WITH YOU!"

Dilawar only laughed in response as suddenly another pair of headlights shined on them. A BMW luxury car approached them and Sonarika instantly recognized it was Vikram's car. Vikram parked his car to the side too and got out and confronted Dilawar.

"You okay Sonarika?"

"Yeah...I am just frustrated and annoyed by him"

Vikram turned his attention to Dilawar. Dilawar didn't feel threatened at all but Vikram was bold enough to stand upto him.

"Can I help you big man?"

"Nothing , I was just talking to my lady here"

"Your lady? Its funny because you don't look like her husband"

"I know and its a shame. Sometimes fate just gifts the unworthy with great desirable objects"

"Well , its clear this 'object' is beyond your reach so why don't you tip toe your way back to your vehicle and buzz off"

"Or else what?"

"Or else , I am gonna have to call the cops and I will have to spend tonight in jail for breaking your nose!"

Sonarika was surprised by the threat Vikram just declared on Dilawar. Dilawar only giggled in response. After staring at him for a while , Dilawar asked.

"Do you really think you can take me down?"

"I was raised in the akharhas of Punjabk buddy , in half my age , I used to bring down sloppy giants like you. So I will take my chances tonight"

Dilawat only glared in anger towards him but Vikram didn't budge. Finally accepting defeat , Dilawar moved away , walking to his jeep and driving off. Vikram turned to Sonarika.

"So who was that guy"

"Remember I told you about the incident with Anjali?"

"Yeah?"

"This guy was that man's brother"

"Oh , you need to be more careful Sonarika. Shall I drop you home?"

"No its alright. He is gone and I have a car"

"Fine then I'll follow you until your home safe"

"No need Vicky , my home is just around that street. Its alright"

Vikram smiled at her response.

"Why are you smiling?"

"Because I've never seen such a brave woman before. You confronted a dangerous man in this hour of the night. That takes some courage"

"Well , you know me."

"I know , and you always manage to make me crave you even further"

"No more funny business mister , you are better off jerking for the night"

"Don't worry. That is definitely the first I do when I go to bed tonight"

"Are you going to imagine me?"

"Definitely , I will be staying in that concert tonight"

"And here I thought you were going to think about Bali"

Vikram had a stunned face when Sonarika said that.

"So you are ready to come?" Vikram asked out of excitement.

Sonarika teased him further with thinking expressions and later said.

"I think you already know the answer"

Vikram had an unbelievable joy in his face as he grabbed Sonarika's face and kissed her hard. Sonarika welcomed that intense kiss and as he separated he said.

"I promise you , this will be the four days you will never forget"

"I am not that easily impressed lover"

"I don't want easy. I will take my time satisfying you in every way!"

"I bet you will. And maybe you can buy that bikini that you wanted me to see in"

"Oh that is definitely my first priority tomorrow morning woman"

"Well then , good night Vicky"

"Very very good night Soni"

They both separated giggling at each other as they got in their respective vehicles and drove off. Sonarika was excited about the trip curious on what costume Vikram is going to pick for her.

THE NEXT DAY

Harper and Irons were leaving the city and the country with Hemant's prototype weapon after a technical delay for few days. He went to the airport to send them off. They discussed on what the future holds. For now the current focus is on a presentation to the BLACKROCK execs at London which will commence in two weeks. As he was leaving along with other military personnal he ran into a face he haven't seen in years. The man appeared well postured despite of his age. Hemant couldn't help but smile at him but the man only had a smug expression on his face.

"Col.Sharma , it great to see you again sir"

"Its Brigadier Sharma now"

"Oh , congratulations"

"I am afriad that should be given to you. Considering this is your special day. Do you have time for some tea"

"Sure sir"

In about half hour , they were sitting in the office of the Veteran's club of the Indian army. Brigadier Rajat Sharma was making tea as Hemant sat in the chair looking around seeing all the accolades and accomplishments in military hung on the walls and in the shelves.

"How much milk Hemant?"

"None sir , I'll take it in black"

"What's the matter , any medical issues?"

"No sir , I have ditched milk consumption that's all"

Rajat handed over the glass as he sat in his chair as he started a conversation.

"I can see you are in good shape after all this years"

"Actually I was out of shape for quiet some time sir. This is a recent improvement , just a result of the process to reinvent myself"

"You were quiet a challenging soldier in my unit. I've never had someone so knowledgable in weapons and engineering as you. My superiors joked to me that you were suppose to sitting in a cabin at DRDO"

"It was just the thrill sir , you know I was captivated by being a soldier. The life , the living on the edge , facing the danger head on. Those were the qualities I craved at that time"

"Sure. But you were also reckless , insubordinate and had a hard time following orders. If it wasn't for your unbelievable hit record , you would've been court martialled years ago. Or it would've happened sooner........until he walked in"

In that last sentence from Sharma , Hemant felt a high level of discomfort and uneasiness. He was once again in that terrible situation where he was forced to think about his past. And the moment he did those nightmares returned again. He had a hard time maintaining his composure thinking about it. Sharma noticed his turmoil.

"So it still hurts huh? That past?"

Hemant rubbed his head and then responded.

"Sometimes"

Hemant was disturbed since that moment. Ever since Sharma enquired about it. This entire room felt like suffocating for him. He had troubles breathing at times. But after minutes of turmoil , he started to regain some composure. He imagined the faces of Karan and Sonarika and that always worked for him to overcome that suffering in his mind. Sharma observed all of this sitting in his seat noticing all the changes. He soon asked.

"Tell me Hemant , does your wife still believe in the lie?"

Hemant was taken aback by that question. He didn't expect such a question this quick , but he also knew him for a long time and he knows he likes to evaluate everything. Hemant maintained his composure.

"What lie sir?"

"That you left the army because you were scared. Does she still believe that you were traumatised from watching a fellow soldier die in front of you?"

Hemant struggled to answer that. And seeing that struggle gave Sharma the right answer.

"I thought so" Sharma continued on.

"Have you thought about this Hemant , I mean , chewed , right through your bone. That you escaped doing something terrible in the past. And now you are walking back into that same world again!"

Hemant didn't respond as he kept his head low looking at the table.

"You know damn well what will happen when you raise your head again. This life was a second beginning for you , and now you want to throw it all away?"

Hemant left a long sigh and responded.

"I have no intention to return to my old self sir. I am building something new"

"Well this new you has some of your 'old' history with you. The only reason you are still alive Hemant is because you started fresh. You put your identity to the world again , and they will come after you"

Hemant felt judged at that moment. He decided he had stayed his welcome too long.

"The tea was good sir. I should leave"

As Hemant was walking away. Sharma spoke again.

"Be careful what you wish for Hemant. This is not the same world you were in decades ago. You should not mess with the Devil unless you know you're going to pay for it with your life"

Hemant stood there motionless. Sharma contemplated whether he overstepped. And soon the confidecne in him  was slowly giving way for fear as Hemant turned. And Sharma realized at that moment , it wasn't the same simple man Hemant who was sitting in the chair moments ago suffering from his nightmre. This was someone else , someone he long forgot in the past and very terrified off. In his eyes , he could see the fire , the fire that once was responsible for horrendous destructions. Hemant looked him in the eye and responded.

"Last I remember sir , I slayed the Devil on his throne. I burned down his castle and left his kingdom and realm in ruins. That is not just a fact , it is a reminder of what happens when someone messes with my loved ones"

Sharma trembled as sweat was forming on his forehead. Hemant noticed it and moved towards him and picked up a tissue to hand it over to him.

"You were always a man I look upto sir. I have no ill intentions towards you. To be honest I am more than thankful there is someone who knows me for who I am"

Sharma looked up at him and said.

"That is what worries me Hemant. I know who you are , and I fear your new path will lead you to a war!"

Hemant gave him a reassuring smile. And then he responded.

"I am not here to start a war.But if there is one , you can guarantee I will be the one who ends it"

Saying that Hemant left leaving a cascade of tension and turmoil go through Sharma's head. He picked up his pressure tablets and consumed it and took a breather. His tensed body language showed a fear for the terrible future that is coming.

Hemant came to his warehouse in the evening to do some small cleaning activities. After doing that he was in the warehouse bathroom cleaning his hands in the water. He was still lost in the thoughts of the conversation few hours ago. Hemant knew Sharma's concerns had its weight. He contemplated on all the things that has been happening lately , the skirmish with Dilawar , his office problem with Sandeep , the insults he faced from Siddharth. It was all overwhelming him and there is a thought process in his mind that makes him think if he was in his formal self he would've never had to endure any of that.

But then images of Karan and Sonarika come in his mind. And then he realizes if it wasn't for his tranformation he would've never got a life and family like this. He now has a woman who loves him and a son who idolizes him. Deep in his heart , he always had the guilt of not revealing the whole truth to Sonarika. His mind was convinced that Sonarika will never forgive him if she ever learns about his dark past. He remembers the innocent face of his son looking at him , seeing him draw his father as a superhero. Hemant suddenly looked down and to his shock. The water in his hands quickly transformed to blood and parts of flesh. Hemant was shocked as he saw he was covered in red. He slowly looked up and in that reflection he saw his older self. An old him wearing a black shirt with blood smeared on his face. And he had an evil smile. Hemant quickly closed his eyes and stayed that way. Soon he opened his eyes and everything was back to normal.

Hemant moved from the bathroom and came into the room area. He walked around thinking about the past events. There was definitely a deja vu feeling that his life was on a crucial point. Soon his attention went to his old metal briefcase he stashed into the bottom of the bed. He removed it from there and slowly opened it. The case was filled with old memories of his childhood and teenage days , it had photos of Sanjana , his old friends , his sports trophies. But most importantly it had an old photo of Sonarika that he himself took on their first outing. Hemant had a smile as he caressed that photo. She was very happy that day.

As he moved through the stuff , eventually , amidst all the things in the middle buried beneath it was a mysterious small case. The case looked unique as it had a bronze coloring but on top of it had a gold design. The design depicted an eagle. 

Hemant carried that case and placed it on his work table. He was having a hard time wanting to open it. But eventually he gained some courage. 

He opened the case to reveal a 2005 Smith Wesson .44 mag stainless silver revolver with a chrome handle. And below that revolver was a uniquely crafted knife that is shaped like an eagle head and its handle having the color of gold and its hilt taking the shape of a crown. Hemant trembled at first but then took some deep breaths. His eyes were locked onto the weapons in that case as above the opened section , there was a pocket. Hemant picked out what was in that pocket and walked away from the case near the window. He opened it to reveal an old photo of Hemant posing with an old man who was looking happy and cheerful with him. Below the photo was written in blue color.

TO MY GUARDIAN ANGEL MICHAEL. THE SON I AM PROUD OF.

Hemant started to cry as his tears fell on the photo. He sobbed a little , getting overwhelmed by the pain of the past. He rubbed the tear drops from the photo. As Hemant embraced the photo to his chest. The back of the photo revealed a crafted image printed behind it. It was the image of Michael.

MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL

                                                                                                                                                       (END OF CHAPTER 5)

[Harry Jordan]

You have connected with the story and I find too many similarities with other stories here and felt the plot is being repeated a lot. What is so pathetic about it...And I criticized it very respectfully.

Everything I am reading about Sonarika and Vikram is very similar from Facilitator. I do not see my comment as bad, its a mere suggestion to bring more plot with unpredictability. Only reason I am replying to you is because I want you to read others comment and understand first before jumping guns and making silly arguments.

~RCF

Don't worry , I take no problem with your criticism. Matter of fact , now I can see there is some similarities with The Facilitator. In my defense it was strictly coincidence. When I was making the character of Vikram , my first approach was to bring him as a high college sweetheart of Sonarika or a co worker or boss but those traits are very common in every adultery themed and infidelity story. Eventually I decided to take this approach because in this way , I could build the attraction angle between them and showcase the chemistry in a more cinematic way. To be honest very soon their story might just take the back bench considering the shift that is about to come. I have only explored the "Love" and the "Sex" part , there is also a "War" part that has only been teased since the first chapter.

When that aspect comes in , the whole dynamic will shift and new scenarios will lead the story. Even though I wrote this story on the Adultery section. There is more to the story than just cheating spouses and infidelities. There will be betrayals , hurdles , character groeth , deconstruction among many factors. All I can say now is I am actually enjoying designing this story. 

So from my behalf , all kinds of criticisms are welcome. It will help me understand what the readers expect and help me craft better products in the future.

[Harry Jordan]

I hope she doesn't get pregnant in Bali just like the facilitator story  hemant past is insterting  I have a question for u harry   u nobody reminds anyone for the consequences for their doing!?!

The similarity with the Facilitator story is just a co incidence. As for the consequence part. There will be eventually , Sonarika's character is too engulfed in her dual life for the time being. She is not concerned about the consequences at the time being but eventually she will have to. With respect to the story , Sonarika is a career woman , her friend circle considers her as the successful bread winner of her family. Even on the job perspective , she is now on the highest post of her office while at the same time Hemant's character desired the high post but never got it. But that is also the part that makes Sonarika embrace her love towards Hemant because Hemant finds happiness with what he gets. He is a secret introvert , always there to support her. And even though that is not the desired qualities that Sonarika sees in her dream man , those qualities are what makes Sonarika forge with him. In short , both Hemant and Vikram provides Sonarika something in life. With Hemant she sees her ideal life partner , a family man. But with Vikram , she sees the dream man she would've wanted. And then comes the opinions from people surrounding her that culminated in her making a choice to seek an affair with Vikram. But that is also a part of her dynamic , Sonarika immediately hates Kunal because the way he is being treated when around Mouni. And with the affair happening with Vikram , she believes that Kunal might eventually influence Hemant and turn him into like Kunal. Her character is kind of a short fuse , a person that jumps to conclusions from the first go. She only corrects herself when others correct her , best example is the first meeting with law enforcement when Sonarika immediately chastised Hemant when she learned he didn't file a complaint not even giving him the time to explain himself. Only until she went to the station did she realize her mistake and she apologized. Conveniently , no one corrected her thought process in her emotions towards Vikram , which is why she eventually fell to an affair with him because she believed her emotions were leading her the right way. This is one of her character flaws that will eventually make her dynamic change to something different because her choices will affect her later on.

Also , I want to point out the way the story is implemented. The narration implies that Sonarika is the strength of her family. When there is trouble , she is the one standing in the front facing it on. While Hemant is the one that solves it calmly. But like the recent chapter states , Hemant is no saint in this story. He has lied to his life partner , a lie that he had created to protect himself and his family from his past. But now there is shift happening and this shift will result in new scenarios to emerge which will not only ruin lives but even put them in danger. Every characters , everything that has happened , they are all interwoven in a maze which results in one action affecting the other. What is Hemant's past? Who was the old man in the photo that makes him emotional? Will Sonarika be careful with her affair? Will she be able to keep her affair a secret? And moreover , what will Sonarika's reaction be if and may she ever finds out about Hemant's past? Only time will tell. 

One thing I can say is , next chapter will be more focused on the story progression than individual characters. Some big shifts will happen. Find out this saturday!

FYI , this week's delay happened because of the Champions Trophy Final , LOL. Thankfully there won't be one this weekend so if everything goes well. Chapter 6 will come by Saturday or Sunday.

 HARRY JORDAN 

[Harry Jordan]

My intention is not to drag you back from writing story, The arc is eerily similar and also you have been advocating a glorious ending for hero in all other stories so felt you have written the story by keeping that ending in your mind so was asking you to bring lot of unpredictability into the story so even though your ending as planned is written but is justified and natural hence my comment, Unfortunately not all see that way and jump to conclusions. Anyways I like the writing style so far despite the similarities.

Thanks for the effort!

~RCF

Well , my hero is not exactly a full on good guy in this story. I always prefer the  "Gray" character approach. Ever since the first chapter , I've insinuated hints that Hemant is often 'portrayed' as a good man but there is a lot of underlying secrets associated to him. There is a dark past that he has buried to start this new life. So in a way , my approach was this push of improvement in this character results in a consequence to confront his past and there is an underlying danger that he might succumb to that darkness. In a way , when my character goes through a change and evolve,  he is not exactly getting just the accolades and gifts of his success but also the situation to confront the sins of his past. And this gives the character another opportunity to grow. The similarity came when accidentally I gave similar traits to my character from another story. Well one difference I can say for now is wife and boyfriend are in the same age group LOL. But I will be implementing certain interesting ideas in the future for Vikram. 

Anyways thanks for the compliments and appreciate checking out my story.

[Harry Jordan]

If she thinks kunal influence hemant just talk it out maybe that's wat u want confuse us i know hemant is no saint the story introduction of sanjana and hemant  had past i believe lot more to come

Well that is part of her character trait. She has jumped to conclusions and she will have to be corrected inorder to realize that what she was thinking was wrong. For now Sonarika has made up her mind about Kunal and she will have to see or witness the change in Kunal inorder to realize her judgement was wrong , which might or might not happen in the future.  As for Hemant and Sanjana , it is indeed a tragic love story , I've already given hints that they were inseparable college sweethearts. And in the future , you will learn what their love was like and why did it fall apart.

[Harry Jordan]

Yes , That is what i have been saying her circle is full of Toxic Women all of them are victim of Patriarchy ( which is fine based on their past trauma ) but there should be one or two character who also give her correct opinion like dont cheat on your husband or maybe someone whose first opinion about marital problems is not to cheat or seek an affair no matter how tempting the other man is . Just to balance the thing because Its like the whole story is on the shoulders of Men who are at fault and they accept their mistake and they are working to make themselves better but on the other side all of the women are Men hating , cheaters and always doing the opposite of Normal. That is why i said we need a character completely opposite of Meghna , Just for contrast , It will bring some fun . I mean a women countering every shit Meghna says.

I don't want to spoil the story but there is a reason I introduced all this toxicity only to introduce the deterrant later. There is already a female character I have introduced but not explored yet so her exploration will eventually bring the approach of a different perspective and will be crucial to Sonarika's arc not just in this part , but the entire saga in general. For now the toxicity arc is given more importance because tensions are rising in these characters life and very soon a huge conflict will emerge that will not only affect these characters , but also put some of them in danger.

Yeah , This thing is confusing. 10 years of marriage and she still doesnt know Hemant. I mean to think that Hemant is gonna turn out like Kunal is absurd and then she herself turned hemant into something that she hated " cuckold" . Yes your short fuse argument explained her nature but still on the cheating part its little hard to believe that she fell for Vikram too easily and then she completely changed . No guilt no remorse but now she is ready to even ignore her family for Her lover and at same time excited about her Wedding Anniversary . You have created very complex situation , I am excited to see how you gonna treat it.

Well that is the thing , she doesn't want Hemant to be a "cuckold" in the sense. But she also is conscious that she is indeed cheating on him. She dreamed many scenarios of a "cuckold" Hemant , but she didn't like those dream visions. In her mind , Hemant is a kind hearted man who only sees the good in people and is often very understanding to others. He always prefers diffusing the situation or ignoring any kind of conflicts. In a way through Mouni , she also learned Kunal had that same characteristics too and she is making herself believe that what happened to Kunal will eventually happen to Hemant because both of them had some similar characteristics. But Sonarika is terrified by the idea of Hemant becoming Kunal which is why she is full on against the idea of their friendship. Because Sonarika believes Hemant is too innocent and simple to understand Kunal might be manipulating him. And that is the part I loved more about writing this as her duality. Sonarika does feel remorse and pain and she has expressed it in the past. For now she is just more involved with Vikram , which is why it seems like she is ignoring her family. But in reality , she is just being selfish , she just wants to make the cake and eat it as well. Which is why I showcased her that way , she doesn't want to choose between her men. Rather she wants to split her life with them seeking different things from each of them.


Michael the Archangel was best part   ( It reminds me of Archangels from SUPERNATURALS , I mean I can easily imagine Hemant in The Image of Castiel but with Black Trench coat )

But in the last para you  painted the Image Of Hemant larger than life , I just wanna say that you should do justice with that Image . 


I generally took that inspiration from the Christian lore. I've hinted there is a "Devil" in this story with how there is a human trafficking and drugs ring that have used the Devil as their symbol. The girls trapped in that container had the "Devil" stamps on them which signifies there is a larger threat looming. But in the christian myths , Michael The Archangel was the one who defeated the Devil and banished him from the heavens. So here in the story , there is a connection of this devil markings to Hemant. Also in the Christian folklore , Michael is God's Angel Of War. So yes the character is meant to be a larger than life dynamic. And we will see in the future chapters how larger than life the whole setting can be.

There will also be an interesting connection to HinduGods folklore as well. It is a part I am curious about because the connection happens in a cool moment.


I like the detailing you put in explaining what was Hemant was doing and what exactly he created and why it was important and its USP .


And  I love how you use the real agencies, Those officers , Their interaction, and Then bringing the International trade . The plan of business etc etc . Just love the detailing and efforts you put . I like that you are not rushing , many people would skip all these details but these small details make story more interesting and more authentic  .

I wanna ask you , Did you do any research about it or Already had some Knowledge about Mechanism and parts of guns and how it work ? ( I know we all have some knowledge about how guns works thanks to Discovery and Nat geo and History TV18, but still I think you have put more detail in it so I am just curious if you wrote it by yourself or you did googling about it and then wrote about it )

and you also said  That *History of Violence* is your favorite Novel (If I am not wrong , But i googled it there is no Novel but DC Graphics Comic? ) ( Right) I know about the movie , And I think Hemant's character was inspired by the Character of Viggo( Main lead actor man ) ? 


A good portion of inspiration for my stories come from my love for the movies. And an important concept I always like in movie stories is the stories where the lead character is often portrayed as a simple man is often was someone else in his past , someone more bold and ruthless. The love for that concept started for me with my first Tamil film I watched which was "Baasha" with Rajnikanth. Then in hindi , my all time favorite "Shahenshah" starring Amitabh Bachchan. There is more hindi films in that concept I have watched but Shahenshah stands out for me because it also has Vigilantism as a cool factor. Then there is the Lokesh Kanagaraj movies which almost all of his films had that similar concepts where the lead males were all having some dark pasts and ruthless selves hidden in them. But the most I liked is the Malayalam Movie LUCIFER which to me is the perfect movie and story that has rightfully showcased this concept in the best way. Why is why I have used this concept in my story because there is a lot of intrigue and potential to take the character to unexplored territories with storylines like that. Another example is also Salaar movie. In a way I can say Salaar's world has an influence to my story.

But I won't be going overboard like the movie did, my story won't feature any fictional place or imaginary cities etc. LOL.

I will be using real locations though there will be events that never happened in the real world happen here , but I also want to acknowledge real tragedies like the Mumbai terror attack and make a connection with that incidents as well. 

And yes , the history of violence was indeed a graphic novel rather than just a novel and I acknowledge it as a wonderful piece of literature. As for the knowledge about guns , I am an avid game lover and my preferred games are mostly shooters so I tend to be very knowledgable about guns because we have to be aware about our tools right? LOL. And yes there was some good research that went with the story because of the world building I wanted to do. Hemant's past is another world of its own. And now its not just Hemant's character that is evolving , but that old world as well. And eventually they will come into conflict , and that will be when new challenges will come and dangers arise. So , future chapters will get intense!

[Harry Jordan]

Sorry guys , I am currently out of station to update the story right now The place I am at have a hard time getting good internet connection. I will post the update in few days as I will return in the coming days. The chapter needs to be polished which is why I refused to upload it right now because I want to check it first. Also if everything goes well , you guys will get two lengthy chapters back to back this week so fingers crossed. Exciting times are coming ahead. Have a great week ahead!

PS. This post is being typed by my roommate under my instructions. LOL.

[Harry Jordan]

                                                                                                                                                        CHAPTER 6

It was one of those usual mornings for Hemant as he was sipping his tea and standing in the gallery. In the distance he could see a thick cloud moving towards the city. In a way , for him it symbolised his life. He has been having these unsettling thoughts , after a long time he cried in pain last night caressing a photo he had kept hidden to bury his past. But now circumstances have forced him to face it and overcome it. And he could understand Harper's motivational words for it. He cannot hide for the rest of his life , at the end of the day he wants to have a good life for him and his family. He doesn't want to spend his life doing the grind. In a way , despite the nervousness of his past , there was an excitement , a slight glimmer of joy that also brought an awareness in him. 

All this time , his current life , being part of a family , he only saw it as a responsibility , but getting to taste a bit of his past , he felt like he was living again. He could not ignore the part of him that actually enjoyed the lifestyle and some things he did in the past. But there was a new resolve built in him , he wasn't gonna stay hidden anymore. No matter what happens , he wasn't gonna back down. He is optimistic that his gun project will work , after all both Irons and Harper both have shown confidence in his work. That was when he heard the sounds of plates moving and he went inside to see Sonarika preparing breakfast for everyone. He came and calmly sat on sitting area across the kitchen granite. Hemant brought along an extra coffee glass he already made for her.

"Honey? coffee" Hemant called to her. Sonarika smiled as she took it from his hands.

"Thank you Hubby" Sonarika said as she sipped her coffee. She closed her eyes for a couple of seconds as she tasted it.

"mm......there is something special about your coffee beloved. Not only does it taste good but it fills me with energy....much more than a regular coffee"

"Is it?"

"Yeah....you have a special gift in that...how about you fill a flask for me and I can drink it for myself and ditch the lame coffee maker in the office"

"I'll think about that"

Both giggled as they enjoyed their coffee. Soon Hemant had something in his mind and he dared to share it with Sonarika.

"Sona...I need to ask something"

"Ask Honey"

"Umm...you remember our talk regarding the....the ummm anniversary night?"

Sonarika looked up at him and grinned at him.

"I do..."

Hemant tried to talk but he was blushing a lot. Sonarika noticed her husband blushing and she giggled.

"I always love your blush Hemant"

"You do?"

"Yeah...because everytime you blush that only means one thing....it is something naughty"

Hemant's face reddened again as he giggled. Sonarika smiled in response.

"Okay...I wanted to talk about the umm.....anniversary night"

"What is it sweetheart?" Sonarika said in a sexy tone.

"You know....our first night.....it was an exhausting day for us....so I wanted to make this night special....so I have a suggestion for you and you can say no if you want"

"Let me hear the suggestion first"

"Okay....it might sound ridiculous....but if you don't mind....would you please wear the saree of our wedding for that night?"

Sonarika's eyes widened hearing it. Her head tilted looking at him.

"Are you sure? Its pretty old fashioned"

"I don't care....you looked absolutely gorgeous in it on that day"

"I did?"

"Yeah...I wanna share something but I am afraid you might tease me"

"Go ahead beloved.......I promise I won't tease you"

"I don't believe you"

"Oh come on husband....here pinky promise"

Sonarika moved her hand up and wrapped her small finger with his small finger. She leaned on the table curious to listen to what Hemant wanted to say.

"Okay umm.....on the first night , we were both definitely tired. But when I saw you sleeping I....I um....I had a......"

Hemant tried to gesture something with his hands. Sonarika soon understood what he meant.

"You had an erection?"

Hemant blushed again. Sonarika grinned when she got the confirmation.

"Yeah"

"So that's why you were hiding yourself in the bathroom the next morning"

"Actually....that was because of my morning boner"

"Well...good thing that your shyness only lasted for a week"

"That is true"

"So tell me Hemant....what do you plan to do with that saree on that night"

"I cannot spoil the fun now can I?"

"Be very careful husband , you are raising my expectations for that night"

"Well , how about this. I promise you my sole focus will be satisfying you that night"

"Now you are crossing a line?"

"What's wrong?"

"The last time you said you will satisfy me in this house was on an afternoon right here in this kitchen.....and that ended with us conceiving Karan"

"But you were satisfied right?"

"That I was....but I am not ready for another pregnancy ok?"

"Okay..I'll bring some condoms"

"No need , I'll bring my pills. I don't want to feel my husband in a plastic for that night. I want him bare. Skin to skin"

"Whatever you say my lady"

"Good."

They smiled at each other as they finished their coffee and breakfast. After some time Karan woke up and just like that the house woke up as well , Hemant and Sonarika spent quality time with him in the morning after which it was Hemant's turn to leave for his work. Sonarika was too much involved in her phone so she didn't notice Hemant wore gym clothes as he left the place.

Hemant soon arrived at his fitness center where Kunal was already in his Muai Thai class with Rony. Hemant laughed a little seeing him struggle but at the same time encouraged him for his efforts. When Kunal arrived at his space after his workout , he was exhausted.

"Man , Rony sir is definitely going to kill me"

"What's the matter"

"At first I was excited about this whole training. But man this exhausts my body to the brim"

"It happens Kunal , every workout tends to wear your body out"

"Exactly , I feel so weak at times"

"That's the sign of your body changing , it is adapting to your new activities. Which is why it is easy to gain weight but real hard to loose them"

"True man , but Hemant , I wanted to ask a doubt"

"What is it"

"Is it true that workout makes your penis bigger?"

Hemant immediately stopped working out and looked at him. Kunal felt embarassed and tried to change the subject.

"I am sorry , I shouldn't have asked that"

"No its okay Kunal , doubts are meant to be cleared. To answer your question , it depends on the workout you do"

"Like?"

"Like um. If you gain fitness with your body , you will improve in endurance and sustainance. If you learn to...you know....masturbate in a more balanced intervals. You tend to gain a healthy semen production. But if you want to increase your package , then the package will have to do its own workout"

"You mean like Jelqing?"

"Yes , exactly , it is a natural excercise made to improve and maintain a healthy and fit penis. Its similar to what females do called Keigel , strengthening their muscles. But in our case , its kind of a stretching thing."

"Really?"

"Yeah , if the excercise is done right , you will see gradual improvement in your penis health. And that excercise often shows results especially when your body goes through a transformation phase"

"Hmm , that makes sense."

"And how did you find this?"

"Oh I visited a sex therapist. It was long overdue. I've been doing it for the last few months now"

"But please be careful. If done wrong , it can result in permanent damage , so you need to be very careful with that excercise. I'll send you some links I have read which has helped me in time"

"Wait you used to do it?"

"Well , recently yes. But in my college days , I used to use Fleshlights to improve my skills. But you need to understand an important aspect Kunal"

"What is it?"

"Just because you will have a bigger size penis does not mean you will have a good sex life. For the sex to be truly satisfying , you should be having a better sexual connection to your partner. Understand each other's bodies and work accordingly. Not to mention women usually take longer to reach their finishing point than us. Which is why I stated few days ago , your woman's orgasm should be your top priority and you must develop your endurance according to it"

"Yeah , I understand that. The books you shared in the last few weeks truly opened my mind about sex. I seriously could not believe that sex can be this diverse. If I knew about this before , I wouldn't have let myself become such a letdown in my past"

"Good thing is now you understand. I have to say I am deeply impressed by your improvements. Its truly wonderful see you do better. BTW , all this excercise and fitness. Has Mouni noticed it?"

"Hardly , like I said. She doesn't have time for me. For now , her life is all about her boyfriend and our kids. I am just an afterthought. But these few months also made me realize that I don't have to grieve my situation one bit. She doesn't wanna divorce because of our youngest child , probably wanting to make sure he get a bit older after which we can part ways. The good part is I don't feel sad or empty anymore. I've been able to accept my situation and move on and have good time with my children now."

"So what is your future plans"

"For now its , improving my self , and make myself available in the hookup scene"

"Any ideas yet?"

"Thankfully , I have a friend for that, and you might know her"

The moment Kunal said her , Hemant could easily predict who the person is.

"Pranitha?"

Kunal just nodded with a smile.

"She has interest in you?" Hemant asked wondering her role.

"No , not like that. She knows certain women that will go well with my umm , new personality. She has also noticed the change in me and is very happy for my improvement. So she has planned a hookup for me at the inauguration party the day after tomorrow"

"Damn , she is already pimping you out huh?" Hemant teased.

"Haha , I wish. But if it works , this will bring a new era in my life" Kunal said.

"You will do well Kunal" Hemant said as he continued his workout.

Once some of his excercise and workouts were done. Hemant and Kunal met again as Kunal started a very interesting conversation.

"BTW , do you know Pranitha's interesting lifestyle"

"What lifestyle?"

"That she bounces on either side of the wall"

"I don't get it"

"Hemant , I thought you would've noticed. She is involved with both the sexes"

Hemant's eyed widened as he looked at Kunal.

"What? How did you know this?"

"I've known this for quiet a while. I thought you did too"

"I didn't"

"Come on Hemant. She was born and raised in the most richest and powerful family in this country. Her upbringing was among people who later on became big bollywood stars. Its no surprise she wouldn't be"

"Really?"

"Yeah , even now she is in paris for some fashion show and she is hanging out with a film actress there. And guess what , I've been in touch with one of her friend there Shikha , she told me Pranitha carries a secret dildo with her"

"No way"

"Yes she does. But in my opinion , its no surprise. I am just happy that she finds happiness in her own in her life after the terrible tragedy she had to face"

"Yeah , that is true. She is definitely a very strong woman in all aspects. BTW I want a small favor from you Kunal"

"What is it man?"

"Well , my body has really improved and my old clothes aren't exactly doing it justice. So would you mind help me with some shopping , I need help in choosing some casual and formal wears that will fit me with my new physique"

"Hmm , coming out of the closet aren't we? Finally ready to show the world the new and improved you?"

"Something like that"

"Alright , I know just the place we can go"

"Cool"

After a hectic workout , Kunal and Hemant did the thing they've decided. They went shopping at a nearby clothing brand spot at a nearby mall. And surprisingly , they both ran into Tamanna who was also there shopping.

"What are you guys doing here?" Tamanna asked looking at the cheerful Kunal and Hemant. Tamanna had already met Kunal a couple of times on occasions until now.

"Our big man here is getting some new clothes for himself. And I am here to help him with the choices"

"Cool , mind if I join too?" 

"Sure"

What was just a shopping trip turned into a friends gathering as Tamanna and Kunal took time choosing different kinds of clothes for Hemant. While Kunal choose some wonderful fabrics and designs for Hemant in the formal department , Tamanna on the other chose some casuals that mostly focused on check line designs reminiscing her memories about Hemant in their college days. They spent a good time in the shopping center changing the future looks of Hemant. 

While at the same time , few hours later in Sonarika's office , Sonarika was in the cafe eating her lunch when Meghna joined her.

"Ugghhh...this job is so exhausting"

"Hmm last I remember you've always wanted this job"

"Well not every dream job will give you happiness , sometimes it just makes you frustrated"

"What happened now?"

"Nothing , its the prep for the big show. Two female individuals backed out of it citing 'creative differences' or something. Probably got told by their respective families to not expose the men in their lives I guess"

"That is unfortunate , what are you going to do"

"I already found one replacement , soon if everything goes well I will find my next , and you know that person"

"Who is it?"

"Its Sanjana , Sanjana Ranawat , Deputy Commissioner and head of SDCAW."

Sonarika realized the law enforcement lady who handled Anjali's case. Meghna continued.

"She runs a department that protect women 24/7. I could not find a more perfect candidate to celebrate successful women"

"BTW I need to know when it will air , I want to notify Hemant and Karan so they can see it on TV"

"Its Saturday night"

"Great"

Meghna noticed that Sonarika was very cheerful today. She decided to find out what made her this way.

"I am guessing you talked to Vikram or he recommended something that has made you so cheerful today"

"What?"

"Your face , its glowing. Not as much glow as your night with Vikram but still I am guessing something interesting going on. So what's going on"

"Its not Vicky , he is gone for a meet in Bangalore , someone else is responsible for this happiness"

"Are you kidding me? There is a third man?" Meghna raised her eyes.

Sonarika immediately was shocked with her insinuation.

"What? No! there is no third man. I was talking about my husband"

Meghna was intrigued , it was truly bizzare for a woman to be excited about her husband who she is currently cheating rather than her boyfriend with whom she is cheating with.

"Okay , now I am curious. What is it?"

"I am not going to tell you. Not anything about Hemant" Sonarika stated clearly.

Meghna thought about for a while and then decided to respect Sonarika's decision and changed the subject and talked about other things.

By evening , Sonarika returned home and was busy with her family. Karan scored good marks in his recent test and Sonarika was proud for him. His academics has only improved ever since she started to handle his maths subject. She also noticed that Hemant had helped Karan in crafts and drawing and even history lessons along with the language subjects as well. She received a call from Karan's institute congratulating her on her son's improvement and better scores. Sonarika pampered Karan for this and hence made his favorite food for the night. 

Hemant arrived an hour later and joined in the appreciation night for Karan. It was a perfect family time for them. Anjali had a day off for her night class so they decided to have a small family party with eating wonderful dinner and playing Karan's favorite board games and stuffs together. Hemant too was excited as he had brought his new clothes for himself and was curious for the day tomorrow to see how everyone will react to the new him. 

As for Sonarika she was already having a wonderful time with her family. But then by night as everyone was getting ready to sleep , she got a text message on her chats from Vikram reporting to her that he has indeed returned to Mumbai half hour ago and was waiting to see her tomorrow morning. Sonarika's excitement level only skyrocketed since then , its been a while since they've been intimate and judging by the emoji's Vikram sent to her , he has returned to Mumbai as a hungry puppy so she will have a lot of duty in his place to feed him well!

Hemant wore an exposed tank top to surprise Sonarika but unfortunately Sonarika was already asleep. Feeling a bit sad , Hemant went to bed himself , but he had some optimism about tomorrow hoping for some interesting reactions in his workplace when he arrives in his new look.

The next morning Sonarika woke up with excitement and enrichment. She took a lengthy shower and took more time getting ready in preparing herself. She left a note to Hemant claiming an excuse that she has to go early to office.

Her mind was too involved with the enthusiasm of getting back to Vikram right now as she prepared breakfast for her family and soon got dressed and left her home to her destination. Each street that passed raised the heartbeat in Sonarika as she reached the lobby of Galaxy Apartments. She soon arrived at her destination floor and was now standing at the front door of Vikram's place. She didn't even have to press the bell as Vikram immediately opened the front door. Sonarika was surprised seeing that as she saw a smiling Vikram welcoming her.

"I didn't even ring the bell"

"You don't need to Soni. I sense your presense from a mile baby!"

Sonarika's eyes were wet hearing his words as she closed the distance between them. Vikram immediately shut the door as both engaged in a rigorous makeout in the living room. One by one , each piece of clothing started to fly in the different parts of the apartment. By the time they reached at the bed in the bedroom , both of them were naked. Vikram had a hard time separating from her face as their kiss only got more and more intense. When they eventually collapsed on the bed , Vikram's mouth latched onto the nipple of her left boob , earning moans from Sonarika's mouth. Her whole body was on fire , enjoying the feeling of raw sexual thrill as Vikram mangled her breasts with his mouth. His cock was already raging her as Sonarika grabbed it and started jerking it slowly.

Soon Vikram was on top of her as he was lining up his cock to her entrance. Sonarika reacted quickly.

"Vicky...wait!"

"What?"

"Condom....you need a condom"

"Oh...right"

Vikram soon got off of her and reached into the desk drawer near the bed. Sonarika noticed the little disappointment in Vikram's face as Vikram picked up a condom packet and cut it open.

Sonarika is in the center of the bed. She's already wet--Vikram can see it glistening between her thighs, the sheen catching the low light as Vikram tears open the foil wrapper with his teeth.

Then he rolls the condom on, and Vikram holds his breath.

Vikram's cock is long and thick, heavy enough. He grips the base and gives it a slow, lazy stroke. The head is fat, swollen, flushed deep red with need-- designed to impregnate -- to breed. Even sheathed in latex, the meaty veins bulge through the translucence.

Vikram moves to the bed, shifts back and forth between Sonarika's legs, his cock bobbing, the sheer mass of it making the room fill with the energy of something hot and erotic.

Vikram exhales, her lips parted. She looks at Vikram--not out of curiosity, not regret for her actions , just greatful that he's here with her. Then she lifts her hips in invitation.

Vikram blinks, his fingers digging into the mattress.

It's going to be a tight fit. And Sonarika knows it, too.

Vikram grins down at Sonarika, his fingers tracing up her ribs, his body shifting between her legs. 

"You ready to take me?"

Vikram grips the base of his cock and guides himself forward. The thick head presses against Sonarika's entrance, slick, swollen tunnel and her pleasure is audible as he touches her opening --just the tip at first, increasingly stretching her as he gently nudges, making her gasp.

Sonarika parts her legs wider, her stomach fluttering as Vikram begins to thrust slightly, pressing the broad, slick head past her entrance, her lips parting in a soundless gasp. She still looks impossible to take all of it. And it has been everytime , in her mind , this moment if much more important. To feel him invade her nether regions. To finally feel some penetration , and with him he knows exactly how to penetrate.

Vikram's hand glides up her body, and when his palm finally closes over her more than healthy breasts, the kind you imagine to have in milf porn films. She bites her tongue --like she wasn't expecting the heat, the firm possession, the way he rolls her nipple between his fingers just to feel her completely.

Vikram groans, low and deep, as he sinks in another inch, then another, easing into the heat of her. 

"Rrrrggghhhh YYYYEeesssssss!" He murmurs, his fingers digging into her hips.

Sonarika moans softly, wrapping her legs around Vikram's back, urging him deeper. Her nails rake lightly over his shoulders, her body arching, inviting, taking.

Vikram starts to move more slow at first--deep, deliberate strokes, pulling out just enough before sinking back. His hips roll, muscles contrasting under the dim light.

She's enjoying this. Vikram can see it. Feel it. But this is just the beginning.

Vikram's here to open her up, to prime her, with much more to come.

Vikram starts to fuck her with a steady, practiced rhythm, his cock gliding in and out of her juicy pussy, the sound of it obscene in the quiet room.

Sonarika is lost in it, her fingers tangled in the sheets. She takes him so well now, her pussy lips grip his cock. Every time he buries himself to the hilt, Vikram can see the way she shakes, the way her mouth falls open, moaning, gasping--completely surrendered. The sheer effortlessness in his control. His dominance is a mesmerizing sight for her.

Vikram presses her open even wider as he thrusts insanely deep. Looming over her, he drives into her with devastating control.

Without warning, he shifts. Vikram's hands slide down from her waist, his palms firm. Then, with deliberate grip, he grabs her right leg first. Vikram pushes it down, guiding the back of her thigh flat against the mattress, pressing her right knee gently inward. Sonarika exhales sharply, blinking up at him, her body pliable under his hands.

Vikram doesn't hesitate. Still inside her, he grips her left leg next, fingers pressing into her thigh. He presses it down, just like before, flattening it against the bed--forcing her thighs to come together under him. Then--with one smooth motion, Vikram lifts his left knee as he lays on her, stepping over her leg, bringing it beneath him.

Then--the final adjustment.

Vikram lifts his right knee, swinging over hers, sliding her legs closed with him inside.

 

He moved her, adjusted her, owned her--and he never even had to break his rhythm.

Sonarika reaches out beneath him, her fingers clutching at his arms, feeling the difference--the new tightness, the new control, the way Vikram is now fully wrapped around her, dictating every movement, every angle.

Vikram exhales, flexing his fingers over her, testing the new alignment. Then he smirks.

The change in angle wrecks her instantly. Sonarika cries out beneath him, her fingers clawing at his shoulders. 

"Oh--Vick--- AHH--"

Sonarika gasps sharply, her hands flying to his forearms as he starts thrusting again--deeper, harder, his cock driving into the tight, clenched heat between her thighs. She's trembling beneath him, her body shakes, her moans turning high and broken.

Vikram---he's a goddamn force.

Vikram groans above her, gripping her, driving harder.

Vikram thrusts again, making Sonarika cry out, her voice cracking as her whole body locks up beneath him.

Vikram is relentless now, the pressure building fast, unbearable.

"Soni!" Vikram breathes, but he forgets what he's trying to say. Instead just breathes her name.

She barely registers him. She's drowning in his assault falling into the pit of eroticism.

Vikram grits his teeth. "Shit--gonna--"

His movements turn sharp and relentless, his cock driving into her at a punishing pace, forcing wet, helpless cries from Sonarika. Then, suddenly, she gasps--a high, broken sound--her body tightens , her abs become rigid as her breathing trembles.

Vikram freezes for half a second, feeling the hard grip of her walls around him, then lets out a deep, animalistic groan. "RRrrggghhhh that's it." His fingers dig into her hips, his muscles tightening as something primal takes over.

Vikram starts to fuck her even harder. He grips her body tight, holding her in place as he pounds into her with brutal, wet slaps, his cock pistoning into the mess she's made with her juices. The mattress creaks violently beneath them, Sonarika sobbing through it, overwhelmed, trembling, her body completely at his mercy.

The sounds are slick, fast, raw--his thick length driving deep over and over, stretching her, forcing out more gushes of liquid with every powerful thrust. Vikram chases his finish, using her completely, his pace turning almost desperate.

Vikram nears his orgasm, slamming suddenly into her one final time, his entire body locking up. He groans. His cock pulses inside the condom, his pelvic muscles twitching, pushing thick spurts of cum in the latex, the quantity that could challenge the quality of the condom.

Sonarika shudders beneath him, her legs still tight under him as she feels every twitch, every slow, rolling aftershock of his orgasm.

Vikram stays there for a moment, buried deep, chest heaving, skin damp with sweat. Then, with a slow, satisfied exhale, he eases back, his cock slipping out.

The condom comes into sight , visibly full with cum. Vikram gives himself a slow stroke, dragging out the last waves of pleasure before pulling it off, knotting it at the base. He then throws it into the nearby dustbin as he collapses on the bed alongside Sonarika.

Sonarika immediately cuddles towards him , mixing their worked up sweats with each other. Both were struggling with their breaths as Vikram finally spoke.

"Well....that was something"

"It definitely was"

"Looks like you definitely missed me"

"You have no idea"

"I think I do."

"How"

"Because I definitely missed you!"

Saying that , Vikram kissed her again. Sonarika closed her eyes and enjoyed the sweet intimacy between them. Soon the kiss ended and Vikram looked at her.

"How long do I have"

Sonarika pretended to think for a while , ,after which she replied.

"How about....till evening"

Vikram's eyes brightened hearing that revelation. He asked again to confirm it.

"Are you sure"

"One hundred percent. I've left a note home claiming I have work on the new festival diamond designs , but the project is actually handled by my subordinate Nisha. I've already sanctioned my leave for today. The benfits of having position of power."

Vikram happily caressed her face after which he retorted.

"You better be careful Soni , I might have to become a shareholder of Tanishq to secure your job if you tend to take more leaves"

"Who said I am risking my job? This is just a one time thing mister. Remember our pact , you won't be getting me next week until our trip to Bali"

"So what you're saying is I should be giving you a week full of fucking today itself?"

"You have such a perverted mind. Not everything has to be sexual baby"

"Fine spending time it is....so what should we start with"

"Well I only made breakfast and not eat them....and I am pretty there won't be a thing made here"

"And that is why food deliveries exist....today the kitchen is getting a break.....I'll order something good"

Sonarika smiled at his suggestion as they both embraced in the bed enjoying their nude forms being close to each other.

Hemant woke up an hour late after Sonarika left. He noticed the note she left , making him feel a little sad about not being able to surprise her. Hemant figured she will notice eventually when he changes his wardrobe from today. He had a warm shower and soon put on a creamy white formal shirt along with black executive pants. But unlike his costumes he used until yesterday , these ones really highlighted his improved body. When Hemant arrived at the living room , he saw an ecstatic Karan and Anjali greeting him. Karan noticed Hemant's muscles a week ago. Between them there was a friendly banter that Karan's dad was training to become a superhero. And Hemant had left Karan in charge of making his superhero costume in the future.

Karan spend the next half hour playing with Hemant as Hemant mimicked superheroes like Superman and Spiderman to Karan's amusement. Anjali also had words of appreciation and encouragement for Hemant , and that only gave Hemant the wonderful gratification for his months of hardwork in rebuilding himself. This also raised the excitement in himself as he had his breakfast and soon started his journey to his workplace.

The drive there was decent as traffic was less than usual. When he exited his vehicle and walked to the entrance way of the office , the guards noticed him and they both were stunned and happily saluted him. Hemant gave them a pat on their shoulders as he walked into the building. He saw the Fatima checking him out from her dance gym entrance as he made his way up. As he walked into the main section of the Quadron office , many of the eyes upon noticing him started to stare at him and his new look. Gone where the days of Hemant showing up in a suit looking overdressed while looking exhausted after a commute in the metro. Now he ditched the suit jacket and folded his formal shirt arms to his elbow and a clean shaven face along with well combed hair that highlights its growth and healthiness.

The most surprised face was definitely of Disha as she looked at him with wide jaws. Hemant happily walked into his cabin and sat on his chair getting ready for his days work. He noticed outside people were still taking a peak at him as they were gossiping with each other. Hemant felt real joy and happiness. A few minutes later , Disha walked into his cabin.

"Boss? You really shocked us today. When did this happen?"

"Its my months of hardwork. Besides I thought I needed some change in my dailylife"

"Well you should've done this sooner. All the other employees are still trying to wrap their heads around your new look"

"What is their vibe now?"

"For now its the shock , but its also the good kind of shock. I am gonna probably have to handle my own gossips as well"

"What do you mean?"

"Well you know that people say here about you and me , you know , the usual boss and secretary shenanigans , and now with this new you. Them talks are going to get more traction"

Hemant only smiled at her new troubles. He soon responded.

"Well then let them know the truth. That we are just good friends"

"Nah , let it roll. Besides , with you staying like this , there is a possibility other male employees will stop hitting on me"

"They were hitting on you?"

"Yeah , and many times it had pissed me off , because they talked trash about you. Now its their turn to shut up and keep on sweating"

After some casual talks , Disha walked away from his cabin , but before she moved away , she adjusted her skirt making sure Hemant noticed it. Hemant was a bit joyous , seeing Disha's flirty side. Priyanka arrived at the office about an hour later but she was too involved in her phone and not bothering to notice Hemant for the time being. 

Hemant instead got involved in his office work as he worked on a few assignments. Regardless of his new appearance , his professionalism stayed the same. He figured his days in Quadron will be done very soon so he wanted to give his best before his time is up here. Just half hour before lunch , Priyanka called Hemant into her cabin. Hemant optimistically went to her cabin. Every time Hemant walked to the open part of the office , there were dozens of employees , mostly females looking at him deeply. Hemant noticed it and loved the attention.

Hemant knocked at the cabin door after which Priyanka gestured to walk in. She still haven't noticed Hemant's appearance as she was looking at the pile of files in her desk and on her arms.

"Hemant , so Pranitha Mehta's Sanjeevani Super Speciality Hospital and Medical Institute will be inaugurated tomorrow. They have planned a big ceremony for the opening involving celebrities. And the board and myself want you to represent us in that event."

"Sure Mam"

"Also , the execs from CUBE tech called me regarding the status of their material chart"

"Its already done Mam , they will receive it in half and hour"

"Great that is another thing to worry less abou------gggglllppp" Priyanka was drinking her water saying that as she looked up and finally saw Hemant and choked on it!

Hemant immediately handed over a tissue from the desk to her.

"You okay?" Hemant enquired.

Priyanka only stared at him as she recovered from the water choke. She got up from the chair and approached Hemant.

"What....when....how" Priyanka had a hard time forming a sentence as she was stunned by the sight before her.

"Oh , I've been working out"

"Bullshit , this is not working out , this is basically training to be the next Mr.India model"

Priyanka teased him as she continued.

"Its like I travelled more than 10 years back , you're like that hunky man who just joined this office"

"I like to look forward than back. And I believe I became much more bulkier than my old self"

"So when did this start?"

"Its been months , the workout was nasty. Maybe now you'll realize my constant water drinking crisis in the office lately"

"Yup.."

"And turns out my body was in peak shape this week so I did some shopping getting more comfortalbe and appreciative clothes and...voila!"

"Voila indeed....I am gonna buy you some clothes soon"

"There is no need Mam"

"Yes there is....your clothes choices are good but you also need some diverse fabrics....and I know just the thing that suits you..."

"Well...thanks...Mam"

"I am not gifting you clothes as your boss....I am gifting it as Priyanka"

"Okay...thanks Priyanka....I appreciate it"

"Oh you definitely will....I seem to have excellent choice in costumes"

"That you definitely do...I'll go send the charts to CUBE tech....see you around boss"

"You too my handsome co-worker"

Saying that Hemant left her cabin and came back to his cabin focusing on all the works needed to be done for the day.

As Hemant was enjoying the attention he was getting in the office , his wife Sonarika's attention was completely on her lover. After their intimate breakfast , which they had in their nude forms in the bed. They ended up doing it two more times after it while doing in positions that Sonarika herself was shocked she could do in. Sonarika joked it as the means to burn the calories they just consumed. After their intimate sexcapades , they both decided to go out and enjoy some places where they can bond. Sonarika specifically instructed to not go to the places she usually visits with her family. Vikram respected that and instead took her to Marine Drive. Since it was a working day and it was morning after all , Marine Drive had less than usual people present there. Eventually Vikram and Sonarika found a spot in the queen's necklace and sat and enjoyed the morning winds of mumbai. Sonarika soon noticed to the side and in some distance there was a couple who were engaged in kissing. The same was the case on the other side as well. This was one of the famous activities couples engage here in , and that kind of made this place an ideal spot for couples. 

Sonarika looked naughtily at Vikram as Vikram too noticed the couples on both sides and their kissing. He stared at Sonarika for some time after which he reached out to her with his face. 

"what are you doing?" Sonarika said stopping his face with her hand.

"Doing what the couple are doing" Vikram responded.

"But we are not a couple like them remember?" Sonarika made her point.

"Oh right , I forgot" Vikram made a sad face and moved away. Sonarika noticed it and then reached into her handbag. 

Vikram was stunned to see Sonarika pick out an umbrella from her bag as she opened it hiding both of them in the umbrella. Sonarika then looked at Vikram and brought her face close to his as she said.

"Now we can be that couple"

Saying that she brought her lips to his. Both of them enjoyed their passionate kiss hiding camouflagin them and their activity under the cover of the umbrella. The duo enjoyed the moment for a couple of minutes as Vikram and Sonarika soon separated. Then Vikram with a low tone maintaining the eye contact with hers said.

"I LOVE YOU SONI!"

And Sonarika felt it , the words that Vikram said , they were genuine. She could see his eyes wet , his breathings getting erratic. This man was confessing his feelings to her in bare. And Sonarika couldn't help but enjoy that moment. Her mind wanted to say those three letters back to him , but something was stopping her. Maybe it was her reality and the understanding of the nature of their relationship. She wanted to say it , but she couldn't. She struggled for a bit after which she forced a smile and responded.

"I KNOW!"

Vikram's smile slowly lost its shine. In a way her words hurt him but he didn't show it, but rather glad she was here with him. Sonarika embraced him as they enjoyed the ambience there. After sitting for a while , they both walked the Queen's Necklace enjoying the vibe of the place. About some distance later past the Trident hotel , there was a photographer who takes photos of people for a price. Vikram got an idea as he approached the photographer and paid him to develop few photos of himself and Sonarika. Vikram wanted all the photos enlarged and framed to be hung in his apartment. The photographer agreed to his terms to the point he said he can send it to his place in few hours.

Sonarika was at first reluctant but she could not bring Vikram's enthusiasm down. She reluctantly agreed , though Sonarika made it clear there won't be any photo with lip kiss which Vikram obliged. They both posed as a couple as the photographer took a lot of good photos of the couple. Vikram even took two photos of himself kissing Sonarika's cheek and she doing the same to his cheek. The photographer showed them the finished product in his camera screen which Sonarika too was happy with it. Vikram soon paid him and send him his address as they left Marine Drive. 

By noon , Vikram took her to a posh hotel with private setting for a wonderful lunch together. He was in his chivalristic best as he helped her with the seat as she sat and Vikram sat on his seat. The lunch was exquisit and wonderful. As they were eating , Sonarika started a conversation.

"Glad that we are having food in a more civil environment" Sonarika said.

"What do you mean?"

"Have you already forgot how we had breakfast today?"

"Oh I will never forget that , I loved the flavor in today's breakfast"

"Of course you will , my boobs are still a mess"

"Really?"

"Yeah , I could smell the mustard jam from my right nipple"

"Okay I will admit , I got carried away"

"Damn right. It will take days for my nipple to heal now"

"Come on  , I was gentle with it"

"If that was gentle , then I don't want to see your rough"

"That's weird because I think you like it when I am rough"

"Maybe"

"Anyways , don't worry. Once we get to my place , I'll heal it"

"There is no need"

"Yes there is , the surprises aren't done for the day. Plus you have no idea where I am taking you after we're done here"

"Okay now I am curious"

And Sonarika was indeed surprised as after the lunch , Vikram took her for shopping. The goal was to buy clothes for Sonarika but chosen by Vikram. But Sonarika didn't let it be a one way deal and instead chose some clothes for Vikram as well. Vikram ended up buying a bunch of sundresses in different designs and colors , a few T tops , some denim skirts and even shorts along with jeans. But the favorite part for Vikram was the saree. He chose two sarees for Sonarika , one was a black blouse one with golden designs on the pallu while the other was a red saree with a nice transparent design in its layer. Vikram paid for it all as he led Sonarika and eventually they reached at their home in Galaxy Apartments.

Then spend the noon sharing their common love for poems with each other. Sonarika started.

The sparkle in your eye,

The warmth of your skin,

Your breath on my neck

That shakes me within.

Your kiss on my lips,

Your body near mine,

The stroke of your touch,

Makes everything feel fine.

Then it was Vikram's turn to impress her with his poems. And it wasn't any short of amazing.

A love that I can’t explain

A feeling I can barely contain

My heart so full of emotion

My feelings, so often in motion

Your love is like a warm embrace

Filling me with grace

Your kindness shines so bright

That I am filled with delight

Your love so full of life

It’s like a never-ending light

It brings me comfort and peace

A feeling that will never cease

Sonarika only blushed in each of his verses as they spend time with each other forging a bond of romance and pure chemistry. And just in time , the photographer had sent the framed photos to his place as Vikram collected it from the delivary boy. Vikram unpacked it as he planted it to the wall which till now only had a portrait of their dance together. And as if it was fate indeed , the dresses they today when they took the photo matched to the paint of the wall and the texture. Vikram had a smile as Sonarika too noticed the perfect synch of the photos to the wall.

"Its as if they are meant to be in these walls.......just like us" Vikram said

"Its...beautiful.....and....very....romantic" Sonarika responded in her low voice.

"This is just the universe showing us Soni.....that we are meant for each other" Vikram stated as he caressed her hair to put it behind her ears.

"You and your words.....they're like a.......powerful potion"

"If it gives you a wonderful feeling and an experience...then please drink that potion more"

"I think I am drinking it quiet often now....which is why I've started to come here"

"I think there is more than that...you just cannot accept right now"

"Maybe one day I will"

"That day will be the day my life will be complete"

"Don't make too much expectations baby....enjoy the now...worry the future later"

"Then I will forever cherish this now!"

"Good....now lets try out the clothes"

Sonarika started wearing each clothes , and each clothes made Vikram loose his breath. Each cloth was a perfect fit and it also brought out the more sexy look of Sonarika more often. Sonarika was ecstatic too as its been a while since she has worn dresses like this. Ever since marriage it was always the simple looks of sarees and suits and salwaars. But now she enjoyed the feeling of wearing sundresses and skirts , feeling the liberation , there was no more judgment , no more roles of society she was supposed to play.

But soon Vikram surprised her as he revealed a special thing he has bought for her.

"Now this....this is my desire for you"

"What is it?"

"Oh I think you know"

Vikram handed the box over and Sonarika fuelled with anticipation and curiosity opened it. She was stunned to see a a set of three bikinis stored in it , one colored orange , one being red , and the last one colored white. They were some gorgeous materials and Sonarika had a feeling this will leave very little to imagination.

"Are you kidding me Vicky?"

"No I am not , these are my gifts for you. And I wish to see these on you on our stay in Bali"

"These are really delicate and it doesn't even help giving me any sort of cover. I will be somewhat exposed. How can I wear this"

"Don't worry about that? You will be wearing these on our own special occasions. Moments and places where only we will exist and no one else. I desire it Soni , to see you in it. To see the sexy and voluptous you , the one willing to fly with me!"

Sonarika felt lost in his words. But soon changed her expression.

"Don't tell me you want me to try these on now. No way!"

"I don't want you to try these. Instead I want you to put on this"

Vikram moved and showed her the red saree he bought for her today. Vikram happily walked away from the bedroom leaving Sonarika to change in that saree. Vikram sat in the living room staring at the new photos and the old one. He kept on looking at it , seeing the chemistry they both emit in these photos.

When Sonarika arrived in the living room , it was like his dream coming alive. She looked like those 90s actresses with wonderful body structures moving like a seductive temptress in that red saree. Vikram put on some music and they both danced. All the songs he played were retro ones , but the most he enjoyed was the legendary song Kaate Nahin Katthe from Mr.India. In a way with that song he made her sing 'I Love You' to him. By the time the dance was coming to its conclusion , they both were sexually charged.

Vikram ended their romantic dance and carried her to the bedroom where he quickly stripped her off her saree and ditched his own clothes himself. Both were naked yet again as they collapsed on bed doing the familiar dance of passion again. His penetration didn't hurt her anymore , as she was now more accustomed to him. As she felt his cock fill her vagina Sonarika arched her back and threw her head backwards, her mouth open, her eyes closed, her breath coming out in a ragged guttural moan. Her arms reached around Vikram's back and grabbed his buttocks as if to drag him deeper and deeper into her, and then she reversed the curve of her body, thrusting her hips up to meet his thrusts, lifting her feet off the bed and drawing her knees back and wide apart so that her body was as open to him as she could possibly be, offering herself to him completely and without limit.

Sonarika was on her back, legs spread wide as she took Vikram's cock inside her, her body writhed and flexed, her moans and pants were heard as she felt his cock sliding in and out of her cunt. Vikram was on top of Sonarika - 'mounting' her so literally, 'riding' her , like a man does with a woman when he fucks her. The bedroom became a showcase to their mutual and total sexual engrossment wth one another, and there was a kind of joy in that. Sonarika's powerful sexuality on display as she took Vikram inside her and she squirmed and shuddered and quivered underneath him on his bed on her eagerness.

She bites down on his shoulder as he fucks her faster. The audible sounds and moans are definitely a lot louder than they were in the morning. They are moaning and grunting and fucking so loud, and the thumping of the headboard against the wall and the squeaking of the bed fill the entire apartment with of sounds of sex. But this is not sex, The way Vikram is hammering her pussy Sonarika is getting down right fucked. He is fucking her right into that bed and every thrust is harder and deeper than it was in the morning.

Very soon , Vikram started to announce.

"Soni , I am getting close"

"Pull out Vicky , finish on my face!"

That request was something Vikram didn't expected. But it definitely thrilled him as he gave a few more hard strokes. Vikram was on the edge when he pulled out, but as Sonarika's lips wrapped around the tip and she took it down deep, that was all for him.

The first burst of his cum went into Sonarika's mouth, then she pulled it free and began to jerk it with both hands onto her tongue. Sonarika giggled in the sensation as Vikram released rope after rope onto her tongue and then her face. Vikram could see Sonarika was wearing that naughty grin on her face as she was getting covered in his spunk. She licked and jerked and let his cum fly everywhere, and before he was completely done she locked her mouth onto it again, sucking it down deep and deep throating it.

"Mmmmmmmmmmmmmppppggggghhhhhhhhhhh"

Sonarika was now a beautiful woman turned into a complete mess. She had a glossy sheen from her mouth down to her breasts. Then on top of that was  a massive load of Vikram's cum, Sonarika had several spurts of it glued to her face, as well as a few ropes dangling over her bottom lip and onto her chin, some of which had even fallen down onto her boobs, which were also coated in several small pools of cum. She was layered so perfectly, and the cherry on top was that she was still grinning like she was the devil.

Vikram was stunned by how slutty she looked at this moment. Sonarika then felt a bit shyness as she got up and went to the bathroom. Vikram took long breaths lying in the bed as Sonarika returned with now having cleaned her face getting rid of all of his semen. Sonarika once joined him in bed as she kissed him hard as they cuddled.

"That was unexpected." Vikram finally said.

"I didn't know what came over me , maybe it was the fear of you finishing inside. It was weird , but I liked it"

"To be honest , I missed doing that. But this thing we did , painting your face with my essence , it was truly a remarkable moment"

"Why would that be"

"In a way , by doing that. I was marking you as mine"

"What am I , a dog's territory?"

"I will be a dog for you , and if I am one , then you are my favorite bone"

"Okay enough with the dog and bone analogy. Its not at all romantic"

"Okay. Though I have to say , this moment between us mostly happened because of your unbelievable look in this red saree"

"I am surprised. I usually thought you would imagine me only in bikinis"

"I do think you in them. But my mind is not always dirty about you"

"Then what else do you think about me"

"A few days ago , I had a dream. We were both in that hotel suite in Jabalpur , only this time that hotel suite was our home. We both were sitting in the gallery area , enjoying the morning bliss atmosphere , sipping coffee. That moment , it was a truly remarkable one"

"That is indeed a sweat dream"

"There was another one , but I am afraid you might not like it"

"Well let me decide whether I like it or not"

"Okay , it was a wonderful moment for me. It was you and me here in this flat. I was massaging your foot because you were complaining about cramps and pain while you were sitting on the sofa in the living room beside me. You looked wonderful in a salwar as it managed to contain your......bulging belly"

"Bulging?" Sonarika was confused. Vikram only grinned back to her. That was when it finally clicked for her.

"You imagined me Pregnant!" Sonarika said stunned.

"Yeah , it was. And I could not help but love that amazing dream" Vikram said.

"It was definitely a nice dream , but it will forever be a dream" Sonarika stated clearly.

Vikram was now miffed by her remark as he rubbed his head and then responded.

"Do you not dream something like that about us? Don't you think that will be a wonderful moment for us?" Vikram said out of frustration.

"Those kinds of moments are better off in the dreams Vicky. Not in reality"

"Why not" Vikram said without thinking straight. Sonarika patted him on his head for being stupid.

"Because reality will bring us more consequences than relish in the moment. In our world , we are together and we can enjoy these small moments , but in the real world , I have a family , a bunch of responsibilities that I must be atone to. Having a moment with you like that means ending my family for good. The child that will be born in that pregnancy will be our bundle of joy. But I will loose Karan for good."

"You don't have to loose Karan Sonarika , he will always be a part of you. And I have no problem of him being with us"

"What are you saying?"

"I am saying , that we can afford a brilliant lawyer that can help us get full custody of Karan to you , after the you know--"

Sonarika's expression changed in an instant. Vikram realized he made a big mistake.

"You want me to divorce Hemant don't you?" Sonarika said with a harsh tone.

"That is not what I mean't Soni , I was just imagining it"

"Well then stop imagining it , because it is not happening. I thought you of all people would understand my situation. But no , you too want to ruin the family that I cherish. I think I've overstayed my welcome here"

Sonarika got up from the bed and started dressing up. Vikram too did the same but at the same time tried to calm her down.

"Look Soni , it was just a dream , I wouldn't want that happening"

"If you didn't want that happening , you wouldn't mention the lawyers and custody battles. And more importantly , you wouldn't have said to take Karan away from Hemant. That is a cheap sadistic mentality I didn't expect from you. You're starting to sound worse than Meghna"

"Soni please I am sorry"

"I don't want to hear it. I am done for the day , I guess I was wrong about you"

Saying that Sonarika left Vikram's place much to Vikram's frustration and sorrow. He sat on the living room defeated and depressed as he stared on all the photos in the wall before him. Sonarika had wet eyes as she got on her car and drove off. She was emotional as she left his place in sorrow. The pain in her heart was slowly creating a bigger wound.

                                                                                                                                       (CHAPTER TO BE CONTD)

[Harry Jordan]

                                                                                                                                            (CHAPTER 6 CONTD)

As Sonarika left her world of passion and eroticism after am emotional skirmish with Vikram. Hemant on the other hand was thriving in the appreciations of his colleagues and co-workers. By evening , he was set to meet up with Tamanna at a garden near her residence. But surprisingly she didn't show up and she didn't answer his calls either. At first he thought of returning home but at the last minute , he decided to visit Tamanna at her place of work. Dhristi Studio.

As Hemant arrived at the company reception and gave his details to the girl present there. He was given the instruction to go the guest sitting room. As Hemant was sitting there , he noticed Tamanna in her cabin far away and she had two guests. But judging by her expression and the way she was talking even though he could not hear anything , Tamanna was looking very angry. Whoever those people were , they were making her intense with anger and emotions. Eventually the two guests stood up and walked out from her cabin. Hemant noticed they weren't from here , and its clear they looked influential people with the way they were dressed. Hemant guessed this was probably members of her husband's family. 

As they walked past Hemant, they gave an unexpected staredown to him. Hemant avoided it and walked to Tamanna's cabin. Hemant silently got inside as Tamanna upon noticing Hemant took a breather. Hemant calmly asked.

"I am guessing those guys were....Dev's family?"

"Good guess....the one with the big build that is the older brother....Amrit Bakshi....he is the one that.....took my Dev away from me..and now he was here for Shraddha. He wants her to be raised in that family's cursed shadow"

"Is he going to be a problem?"

"I don't care....I've had enough running away from them.....I've built a life here with my daughter.....and I am going to protect it no matter who comes in our way!"

"That is good to hear Tammu...but you need to be careful....men like him are unpredictable..."

"Whatever it is....I don't care...come on....lets go to our usual spot"

Soon Tamanna left her office with Hemant as they went to the famous Starbucks cafe nearby. It was then when Tamanna noticed the real change in Hemant. There was a glow in her face as she soon enquired.

"So when did this happen?"

"I did tell you I was working out. Looks like the results are finally showing up"

"Good for you Hemant. I hope Karan is ecstatic about it"

"Oh he is going crazy. I am a full on superhero in his eyes now"

"I wonder whether Shraddha will have the same reaction too"

"Is she interested in Superheroes?"

"Not exactly , she prefers our Mass Masala Heroes...your tag line might just change for now"

"what do you mean?"

"Well in the first few months , Shraddha said you remind her of Daaku Maharaj , one of Balaiya's film"

"Damn"

Both of them laughed at that remark.

"Oh , this is a surprise!" A voice was heard to the side of them.

Tamanna and Hemant were both stunned to see Sanjana standing in front of them , in civil clothes.

"I didn't knew you guys were hanging around here"

"Oh , we're just hanging out as old friends thats it" Tamanna said clarifying the situation to Sanjana.

"Its funny , because I am an old friend too and I never get to hangout like this"

"Maybe its because of your job" Tamanna explained again.

"Sure,  mind if I join?"

Tamanna and Hemant both welcomed her as she sat on the third chair joining them. Sanjana soon turned her attention to Hemant.

"So when did this happen"

"What?"

"About an year ago , you were stuffed like a teddy bear. And now you've returned to your traditional self. When did this happen"

"Its a recent development. Though the work for it was been done for quiet a while. The improvements have started to show recently"

"That's good to know. I hope its just the physique that has returned from the old you."

The wordings of Sanjana felt like a warning. Hemant had that unsettling feeling again the way she insinuated those words. After all , she is one of the few people that are aware of his dark past. Hemant looked at her with a warning of his own , to not play with the shadows of his past. Sanjana noticed it and then changed the subject.

"BTW , I heard Shraddha won something in her insititute"

"Yeah it was an olympiad test for the young ones , she passed with shining colors. Got the first rank"

"Wow , congratulations"

"Thanks but I did just the bare minimum , the credit goes to her coaching and institute teachers , they love her enthusiasm and curiosity for study"

"I guess she got that quality from her mother. You were our college's top nerd"

"I never got first"

"Still you were in the top five. This idiot was a back bencher for a while until you helped him improve his grades"

"That is true" Hemant confirmed it.

Soon Sanjana changed her attention from Tamanna to Hemant.

"BTW , I heard your wife was participating in a TV interview this weekend"

Hemant felt a bit unease but never showed it outside.

"Yeah , its for The Mirror news channel. How did you know?"

"Well , I am also one of the participants. Its a show celebrating women of course and they seem to see me as a successful woman in my profession"

"They definitely did the right choice."

"They better"

There was an awkward stare between them for some time. After which Sanjana asked.

"So your wife , does she know about me?"

"Somewhat , she knows I had a girlfriend in the past. But she doesn't know its you"

"Great , wondee what her reaction will be"

"She isn't the jealous type"

"What makes you think she will be jealous?"

"Depends on what you say to her , either way she won't be bothered by it"

"Huh , so trustworthy of her."

"She is the mother of my child , we've been together for more than 10 years now"

"Yeah , and that is the part that bothers me. Because not long ago , I desired that place. To be the mother of your child , to be your annoying wife for 10 years."

Hemant felt uncomfortable with her words and Tamanna had to endure this awkward moment. But then Sanjana changed gears.

"But I am glad our separation happened. Because if that didn't happen , I would've never got my calling and find this wonderful life with a husband so much better and my loving kids"

Hemant felt those words as insulting but he let it go , he wasn't bothered by her remarks anymore. Soon Sanjana got up.

"I wish I had more time to torment you but I have some other commitments. See you Tammu and I'll be seeing your wife Hemant this weekend. Don't forget to watch it on TV"

Sanjana giggled as she walked away. Hemant left a sigh as he calmed himself.

"Well....that was a weird experience"

"Guess now we are even Tammu...you had your weird and now I had mine"

"I guess we are"

They talked about other things as they spent time drinking their coffee. When Hemant returned home , he noticed an upset Sonarika who was in her room. When he enquired about her situation , she stated she had a hectic day and it has made her exhausted and a bit furious with some skirmish. Hemant decided to give her space as he spend the time interacting with Karan. Sonarika's phone kept on pinging with message tones but she ended up turning her phone silent out of anger.

She was annoyed by the way Vikram spoke. In her mind , he crossed a line , but there was also a confliction deep in her heart and she expected this kind of talks to come out eventually. But she never expected it to come this soon. Their affair has been barely even completed a year , and Vikram was already dreaming a life with her. The selfish side of her dominated her mind , she didn't care with his reasoning , she wasn't gonna abandon her family. And she didn't even indulge his insistance of screwing Hemant over , because deep down Sonarika knew she was betraying him in the worst way possible. But she also craved this life , a part of her where there is no duties , no obligations , just freedom , free to fly and feel alive. But Vikram hurt her with his. He brought Hemant again between them , their bond , their moment of union. 

Hemant was excited to see Sonarika's reaction but Sonarika didn't bother to notice him which only added sadness for him. He eventually went to sleep dejected upon not getting her appreciation towards him.

The next day , Hemant left early as he had a date at a spa and parlour where he was getting his apparel ready for today's inauguration. Kunal joined him too as they both got ready for the big function. They spend the next hour getting different kinds of massages and skin enhancements to develop their looks. By the time they were done , both the men were shocked by the final results in the mirror. Kunal was given the costume of a skin color suit and pants and underneath was light blue shirt and then his hairstyle was changed to a spike which due to the short length of his hair made him look really good. And Hemant on the other hand was given a usual black suit but this time the suit he wore highlighted his phsique and inside the suit jacket he wore a shirt which was once again unbuttoned to make a portion of his chest line visible. Due to his longer hair , he was given a sleaker hairstyle with his hair appearing wet but combed back straight hightlighting its length and his stubble and some of the facial hair were completely clean shaven making him look like a male supermodel. The skin specialist in the spa said to Hemant to take care of his hair and that he looks his best in longer hairs. Hemant agreed because long back in his final college days and after it , the long hair was his identity. He had to cut it unfortunately due to 'circumstances'

Hemant and Kunal drove separately to the Hospital for the inauguration function. Both made their eventual entrance to the venue seeking some attention from the females. Kunal was the one who was more thrilled as this was an awakening for him. In the venue , Kunal lead Hemant to the side and told him secretly how excited he was and how much he loved the attention he got. Hemant appreciated him and pointed out to try to act civil and hide his excitement. Hemant walked around greeting some of the guests. There was a lot of eyes on him. The media were focused on the red carpet entrance of the hospital where the chief guests and other important people will arrive. 

Hemant enjoyed the surroundings as soon he heard a commotion at the entrance signifying the arrival of the main guests. In a barrage of luxury cars and out walked members of the Mehta family lead by the man himself Mr. Hansraj Mehta , followed by his wife Suhasini Mehta, on the left was Siddharth Mehta , on the right was the woman of the hour and looking ravishing , Pranitha Mehta , Pranitha wore a dazzling white sleeveless vest top and matching slacks. And along with her to the side and twinning with her costume but in a different color of blue was actress Mrunal Thakur.  They all walked together to the ribbon cutting ceremony near the Hospital building entrance. Hemant decided to maintain some distance to which Kunal also reluctantly moved along with him. He was enthusiastic to meet with Hansraj as he is one of richest man in the country. 

The cutting ceremony commenced as Hansraj and Pranitha handed over the scissors to Mrunal who cut it which made the place erupt in claps. They all then walked into the inside of the building as Hansraj was led to one of the power switches located near the giant reception hall. Everyone waited in anticipation as Hansraj pulled the power jumper thus turning the entire Hospital electrical system on. The place was built more modern than it was. Hemant and Kunal looked around with pride knowing that they were part of its creation. The guests were then led to each types of treatment rooms with state of the art equipment all designed and made within the country which gave a wonderful facelift to its stature. By noon , the hospital was hosted for free medical checkups and blood donations for the day. Soon the hospital started to function as a hospital as the media and reputed personalities were escorted to a nearby hotel for a gathering and a lavish lunch. Hemant still maintained a distance as he didn't want to end up making a skirmish with Siddharth. Kunal got the right opportunity and he got to interact with Hansraj.

Hemant silently consumed his lunch as he noticed Pranitha having a good time with Mrunal and some of her friends. As he was planning to approach her , a hand gripped on his shoulders , Hemant turned to reveal Jackson Sheperd standing in front of him. Hemant maintained his stature and controlled his emotions as he looked back at him. They leaned to the nearby wall as Jackson spoke.

"Never thought I would see you again....but now I am glad I did"

"If you believe so...I don't think we were aquainted enough for me to be glad to see you"

"Of course....we were not exactly on the same page then....but we had some common interest"

"Whatever"

"I heard you've been getting back up.....talk of a new rise"

"You've been keeping tabs on me....there is no surprise"

"Well to be honest...you are a worthy person to surveil....plus good news travel fast"

"Something tells me you seem to gain from my rise"

"I will admit , you have always been a profitable part for my business. But I will also be honest , the thing is , I also admire you"

"Your actions denote the contrary"

"Might be , but I didn't have any ill intentions then , I don't have it now. For anything I am thankful , thankful to you , that you finally showed the reality of the world to me"

"So you're here as a well wisher for me"

"You can say that , but I am also here as a warning. You're about to rise up to the world , and reveal yourself. And when you are seen , the devil will return from the underworld."

Hemant felt a little anguish as he once again endured visions of his past. Jackson then concluded.

"You better be careful Michael.....the devil won't spare you easily next time"

Jackson somewhat expected the same reaction from Hemant during their last meet when Hemant covered out to avoid the situation. But here Hemant stood as a statue for barely few seconds after which he turned his head towards him. And when he turned Jackson saw his eyes , it didn't have the calm and composed nature of a family man anymore , but rather the depth and power of a long lost urban legend. Jackson felt the intensity in his eyes , it wasn't Hemant that was standing before him , a simple project manager of an IT firm and a family man. This was the eyes of a forgotten tale of vengeance , the eyes that had striked fear on even the most ruthless men , who was the human embodiment of Memento Mori.

And Jackson was feeling that coldness and depth , the chasm of death itself. There was a point in time right now where he believed he had committed a grave mistake awakening a sleeping beast. But then Hemant slightly grinned and raised his hand on his left shoulder. Jackson jolted in the pressure of his hand as Hemant spoke.

"You've mistaken Jack....The Devil isn't on his throne in the underworld on his own will......I Banished Him There!"

After saying that , Hemant's composure changed and his face generated a warm smile. Now he had that calm look of a family man again , it was as if he was posessed a few seconds ago. Hemant tapped him on his shoulders a few times and then said.

"See you around Jack....have a nice day!"

Hemant walked away as Jackson sighed from that intense conversation. He had a feeling of deja vu , like the awakening of an ancient legend. He just hopes it won't be as chaotic as the last time.

                                                                                                                                                              END OF CHAPTER 6

[Harry Jordan]

                                                                                                                                                       CHAPTER 7


The party was going on in full swing as Kunal got to spend more time with Hansraj. Hansraj humored his talk as he was behaving as an ardent fanboy of him. 

Post lunch , Hemant recived a call from Harper. 

"Roy , this is a weird time for you to call. Isn't it past midnight in America"

"It is Egghead , but I ain't in America. I am part of a recon mission for ANVIL and we're a few miles out of Shanghai"

"Cool , so is there any important reason for you to call in your busy schedule?"

"Matter of fact there is , you remember what Irons said about your gun. That it will change your world"

"I remember"

"Well there is an important proposition that has arrived"

"What is it"

"Well , yesterday , without your knowledge , Irons showcased your weapon to the USDC and DARPA and they are really impressed by your prototype. But there is a catch , they want to produce it privately for their own forces first , and they are willing to pay you money that you cannot even dream. One of their representative will be present for your presentation for BLACKROCK in London. Its upto you on what decision you want to make"

Hemant was at loss for words when Harper revealed it to him , it was like a perfect payoff for all of his hardwork. Right there at that moment he was the most happiest man in the world. Even though he looked isolated in that party , his demeanor and emotions were of happiness. He was in cloud 9  feeling the joy of the world engulfing. The dream life he wanted was almost here , right at his finger tips. He was now partially involved in the party and was more enthusiastic about his future plans. 

He could not focus much on the party anymore and it was indeed dying down so Hemant decided to leave the place. He saw Kunal was still around Hansraj and Pranitha was with some of the other women present in the party. He was a little sad that Pranitha didn't notice him today and that all this costume getup was for nothing. But more than those thoughts , he was overwhelmed by the news he recieved.

He happily arrived home where he saw Anjali helping with Karan's homework after his day in the institute. Hemant without thinking much happily cheered and went towards Anjali and lifted her off the ground spinning her. Anjali was shocked but at the same time showing joy in Hemant's happiness too. 

"What happened Bhaiyya! You look so cheerful!!"

"I am very happy today Anju. Very happy for all of us"

"What is the good news?"

"My side gig I did. It has worked , this is going to open a lot of opportunities for me. Very soon I won't have to live the life of an office worker anymore. I will have my own office!!"

Karan too happily cheered. Hemant spend the next few hours with them talking about fun things and interacting while playing games. Anjali was happy to see Hemant be cheerful as ever. In the evening , he called Irons. 

"Sir, how are you"

"I should be the one asking that son , how are you after all"

"Ecstatic , ever since Harper told me what you did"

"I did the bare minimum , it was your hardwork that in the end bared fruit"

"So what did they say"

"You know how things work here. They want complete control in the development of the gun , but they are willing to give you the rights to name it and also pay you a fraction of the future profits it will make. They believe your gun has unlocked some potential , and for that to keep it completely for them. They are willing to pay you whatever you want , literally a BLANK CHECK!"

"Wow"

"And in the side , I managed to build something for you. You know I pointed out how that Alighnment Knot you built for that gun is gonna be a game changer. Well , I managed to convince them that you will provide them the knot for their manufacture. So I was thinking , with this blank check , you can built a manufacturing domain for this knot and oversee it , turn it into a business because very soon other people and businesses interested in your little screw will come in search for you and you can built your own fortune with a single nut!"

"I cannot believe this is all happening sir , I mean. I thought I was going to be a permanent office guy for my life"

"You won't be son. Like I said , I see a lot of potential in you and you have a unique leadership skill. Maybe finally William can be happy up there knowing that I finally made your life mean something after all"

"William is happy sir , not just for me , but for both of us"

"Glad to hear that. Now I recommend you gather your contacts and start to plan on how to build this hub. As the token of appreciation , I have bought up the warehouse where you built your gun , from now on you will be its owner"

"WHAT! Sir that is too much!"

"You haven't seen the much part kid. Think of it as a token for your succcess. I have faith in you son , do your best and the world will be in your hands"

"Thank you for the kind words sir , take care"

"You too son , you too"

Hemant was more ecstatic as he stood in the balcony enjoying the view. This evening was truly the most greatful day of his life. He stood there revelling in the moment of his success. Enjoying the warmth of victory after months of hardwork and determination.

That evening , Hemant took charge of cooking and made the favorite foods  of the family. He made Paneer masala and Sonarika's favorite carrot halwa. Anjali was happy seeing Hemant in such a happy mood. As evening gave way to the night , Sonarika arrived home. She looked dull and down , she haven't talked to Vikram since that day. But when she walked in , she noticed the ambience in her home was different , she noticed Hemant who was surprisingly in the kitchen singing song with Karan. He looked unbelievably happy right now , and that brought a glimmer of joy in her as well. She approached the kitchen as Hemant noticed her.

"Hey honey , I've already prepared dinner so you don't have to worry about that. Why don't you freshen up. I've made your favorite"

"I am smell it. Though I am curious about the occasion"

"Oh you will know soon. Go freshen up"

Sonarika smiled and walked to her room to get fresh. After some time , Hemant went to the bedroom as well. Sonarika was done showering by then and she was wearing a white kurti and leggings for the night when Hemant walked in and shut the bedroom door. 

Sonarika noticed Hemant's presence in the bedroom as she was standing near the mirror.

"So what made you all cheerful tod-----mmmmmmmmm"

Sonarika couldn't even complete as Hemant got close to her and embraced her and gave her a passionate kiss. Sonarika was stunned by his sudden gesture but was liking this current action as he kissed with intensity. His body felt rigid as if he is pulsing with energy. Soon he separated from the kiss and Sonarika noticed his joyful and smily face.

"What happened honey. What has made you such happy and joyful today"

"Its happening beloved, its finally happening , all of my hardwork, its going to finally pay off"

"Explain well husband"

"The side gig I did , the weapon has been delivered for a special presentation that will happen soon. But one of my old mentor , he talked with the United States Defence Council and they are interested in my weapon. And they are willing to pay me for each production. I won't have to be a working man anymore. Very soon we will be living the life we desired for our family. Our dream home , it will soon become a reality"

With each words he said , there was the tone of honesty and excitement in his voice. Sonarika noticed happy tears coming from his eyes. She couldn't help it but rub those tears from his eyes as she kissed him in return with a small peck. 

"I am happy for you honey. You finally made it , remember the promise , one day I will come to you as an employee , and you can finally be my boss"

"Definitely beloved , this isn't just my success. It is ours , and don't forget my promise to you. If I get to be free from my working man status , I will dedicate my time for you. We can finally be more together than before"

Those words reeked of honesty and love , Sonarika could feel it. But in her heart , it only awakened a turmoil. For these few days , she wasn't feeling herself. Ever since her fight with Vikram , she has been feeling down. And that also brought out the worst reality in her life , that Vikram has indeed become an important person in her life now. And she cannot deny his importance , even now after hearing this great news , she was happy for Hemant. But his sudden invasive kiss and his closeness it made her feel suffocated , as if she is being forced to do something she does not want to do anymore. Deep in her heart , she got that unsavory feeling , that this moment with Hemant , this was another moment of betrayal towards him for her. 

She cursed herself in her mind feeling this way , to be so cold blooded. That despite sharing a wonderful moment with her husband right now , her heart is still concerned about her tiff with her boyfriend. And she hated this , fate was once again making her to choose. She masked her emotions with a smile which only made Hemant look more happy. She made a decision to not spoil Hemant's night and  smiled and shared his joy the entire night along with a wonderful dinner with her family.

While going to bed , Hemant seeked a conversation.

"I will be going for London next week Sona , and Harper has provided two extra tickets so I was thinking I wanted to take Karan and you with me. We could our own mini picnic that too at a foreign country for the first time"

"That is a good proposition but what about Anju"

"I asked her , she told me she will be with one of her friends in her place for few days"

"Don't you think that is a bit bad for her? It might feel like neglecting her"

"Maybe I can arrange an extra ticket with my own money then"

That was when Sonarika realized , Hemant was going to London the same week as she had initially planned to go to Bali with Vikram. She was already having problems with Vikram but those vacation plans were something they had agreed on a long time ago. It was weird thinking from her part as she was angry with him. But at the same time , she wanted to go to Bali with Vikram. This only deepened the uneasy feeling in her that Vikram is slowly taking up space in her mind and heart. But she wasn't concerned about the consequences yet. She was more excited about the notion of going to an exotic location that too with him. This also showed the mindset within her as she wasn't planning to stay mad at Vikram. Their fight was just a slight punishment for Vikram for overstepping his line.

Sonarika soon built up an excuse.

"Unfortunately honey , I don't think I can come with you. You see , I am involved in a new project with a new prospect. It is our first international investment , in Bali. And they want me to be part of a team visiting their site in Bali to oversee. I have to go there for few days and unfortunately that schedule is parallel to your London trip"

"Oh that is unfortunate" Hemant said in a sad tone.

The sadness in his face brought a twinge of hurt in Sonarika's mind. But she made a brave face and masked her own turmoil.

"Alright then , I will take Karan and Anju with me. I will make some fun plans of places to explore which they will like. You focus on your trip to Bali , after all , we will have more opportunities to visit great places around the world in the future. A wonderful future awaits for all of us Sona"

"It definitely is , once again , I am proud of you"

"Good night Sona"

"Good night Hemant"

They both went to sleep. Deep in the night Sonarika woke up and silently went to the bathroom and cried for few minutes because of the choices she was making. She was aware about her betrayal but she simply couldn't ignore Vikram anymore. 

The next day , around noon. Hemant had taken the half day off and was in the warehouse which is now his property after his talk with Irons. He had called Kunal here , Kunal was a little upset over Hemant abandoning him at the party yesterday. But as Kunal arrived at the warehouse , Hemant noticed a strange glow in him. Hemant welcomed him in open arms.

"Hmm , someone is glowing"

"You tend to glow the next day when you are getting laid"

"WHAT!" Hemant exlaimed surprised from his reveal.

"Yup , Pranitha lived up to her promise , I hooked up with a woman last night. And it was something special"

"Wow"

"Indeed it was wow. After a very long time , to feel that physical satisfaction. It was something else"

"I don't want to demean you but did the lady involved enjoyed it with you?"

"I know what you mean , and miraculously for me , she did. I'll be honest , I did things with my body I believed was never possible"

"Really"

"Yeah  , the lady is a yoga instructor so there were things that made me go HOLY SHIT!"

Both of them laughed as they bonded over their good times.

"Pranitha was very upset that you abandoned the party."

"Yeah well I had to because there has been some....developments"

"What kind of developments"

"Well , you know this was my side gig and I intended to make it a doorway for me"

"Yes?"

"Well , it happened. This has become a doorway!"

"Wait you mean"

"The gun I developed. The Americans put forward a deal , and they have given me an offer I cannot ever refuse"

Kunal burst into exaggerated joy and hugged him and eventually Hemant explained to him what he plans and what his mentor Johnathan Irons proposed as a business. Upon hearing it Kunal had a sense of awakening and excitement as he shared his enthusiasm for Hemant.

"This is wonderful Hemant. Not only you have created a rare piece of a tool , you have also strategecially positioned yourself to be the sole trademarker of it. I have some contacts that can provide you with the materials in a cheap price for the initial small scale"

"Thanks but I am afraid that won't be enough. You yourself said , this will be a rare component and tomorrow the potential for buyers will be excessive. And I cannot make that function in a small warehouse like this"

"That is also true , we might have to surveil for available spaces. But sadly , that means it might be someplace outside the city"

Hemant has other things in mind as he stared at the surroundings near the place.

"What about this closed mill. I mean a good chunk of this place is abandoned , we can find its owner and buy it from him"

"Think rationally Hemant , judging by the land value of the place , the mill will cost a fortune and you won't have the bank to fund it"

"I will , when I cash the blank check the Americans are giving me"

"Still that will be a gamble"

"Kunal I am looking at this one the long term. This simple screw is not just a tool , its a gold mine for people like me. You remember I told you about the man in Kerala , the alcoholic"

"Yeah I know , the guy who was an alcoholic , who ended up reinventing an old housing structure component of soil and water and how he created a tile with that substance"

"Yeah and that invention , not only changed his life. But it took him to new heights. He is now a businessman with business over 12 countries. To me this screw is that type of invention. Tomorrow this allignment will not just be used in defense sector , but also in other rigid structures were they need robust engineering. My mentor too saw this potential. Which is why I am still in cloud 9  thinking about the unbelievable achievement I can inevitably bring"

"Sure , but it is a big gamble"

"Believe it or not. I've made far bringer gambles in life , but this. This will bring me my ascendance"

"You are damn excited about this Hemant"

"That I am , I just need some assistance , real assistance from you in this matter. We will be doing some groundwork before I leave for London. I hope you don't mind"

"Are you kidding me? You literally saved me from an eternal suffering in life. Of course I will help you. I will be honored to be an important part of your dawn Hemant"

"That you already are my friend"

"Then its my honor to say this to you. Welcome to the Big Leagues!"

Both hugged as they enjoyed this time of acknowledgement of a new shift in life. Soon Kunal suggested.

"BTW , I have plans to meet up with Pranitha and some of her friends at a club , you're welcome to accompany me. Maybe this way you can make up with her , she's probably still pissed about you"

"Right , I am in a good mood anyways so I might be able to convince her"

"Oh , half of that job will be already done by your apparel alone. You know this creamy shirt really makes you look like those men from books that women read"

"Books"

"Yeah , you know , simple dressed but masculine type. Like you are dressed very simple , but it doesn't hide your big physique. Judging by the books I've been reading , one thing I've learned is the next best thing a woman appreciates after a well physiqued naked man is a well physiqued man wrapped in quality and comfortable clothes."

"Interesting"

"Just don't do the SRK pose , or else you might look just like him"

"Shut up Kunal , you know damn well I am taller and wider than King Khan"

They both laughed as they both got in their respective vehicles. Kunal led the way as Hemant drove and followed Kunal's car. They eventually reached a lavish building with the board of ELITAS CLUB. Hemant gave the key of his vehicle to the valet as he followed Kunal. The place was lavish and Hemant was still wrapping his head around that he will be in these lavish settings from now on once his business takes flight.

He soon arrived at the open setting of the club which had a custom garden type environment. There in the distance he saw Pranitha talking with some women and Mrunal Thakur was present there as well. When Pranitha noticed Kunal and Hemant approaching her , she smiled at Kunal but smugged at Hemant and ignored him. Hemant maintained his distance as Kunal interacted with Pranitha and the ladies. 

Hemant noticed that Mrunal was now sitting alone so he decided to approach her.

"Hello Mrunal....I meam Mam....if you don't mind"

"No...its okay Hemant....sit"

Hemant sat at the opposite seat of hers. Mrunal had an awkward look as Hemant understood the reason behind it.

"Look , I can understand. That night , you were drunk. Its alright , I don't take any offense"

"No Hemant , I behaved very terribly. My situation should not be an excuse"

"Mrunal , I've spent a lifetime in Mumbai. I had a feeling how parties like that tends to go. I don't blame you. Though I would caution on your drinking , that can result in terrible situations"

"Thanks for understanding me. So we are cool right?"

"Yes we are definitely cool"

"I heard you earned a jacket from Manish for your good behavior"

"That I did , I still keep it cherished at my wardrobe. It was a wonderful moment for me"

"Really , are you saying my kiss wasn't wonderful?"

"Mrunal , believe me , getting kissed by you would be more than a wonderful moment. But I cannot tolerate alcohol in my body and smelling and tasting that from your lips definitely made me a bit disappointed"

"So if there was no alcohol. Would you have enjoyed it?"

"Maybe"

"Maybe?"

"I don't want to be pervert so I won't demand a retrial"

Both of them laughed as they talked about other things. Pranitha soon noticed Hemant bonding with Mrunal and that made her even more mad. Eventually Hemant noticed Pranitha peaking at them so he excused himself from Mrunal and went near Pranitha. She once again acted upset and ignored him facing the other way.

Hemant then dared and grabbed her hand. Pranitha felt a package in his hands as she heard his low voice saying.

"I am sorry for abandoning you in your special day"

Pranitha noticed the packet she was given was the cover of a titan watch. Pranitha looked at him with intrigue but later looked at him angry and raised her left wrist showing her now wearing watch.

"You see this , this is Tag Heuer , limited edition , worth 2 lakhs. And here you are gifting me a 7000 Rs. simple one"

"Well, that is the one I can afford for now. But I promise you when my business booms , I will gift you something worthy of you"

"Business?" Pranitha looked at him with raised eyebrows.

"Well there was a reason I left the party yesterday. Turns out yesterday it wasn't just a big day for you alone"

Now Pranitha was curious as well as Hemant revealed it.

"Remember the side job I did. My personal ambition , that came true yesterday. My gun has been accepted by DARPA in the US. I am in the big leagues now!"

Pranitha instantly glowed and a smile crossed her face and Hemant smiled in response too. Pranitha then quickly hugged Hemant tightly embracing him and cheering him. Kunal too joined the moment of celebration.

"Alright this calls for a party"

"Sorry guys , I don't drink" Hemant said regretting to be a buzzkiller

"Who said anything about drinking. This is your moment , so we will drink your preferences. Juices for everyone!"

They all held a small party for Hemant's occasion and all had a good time. They spend time at the club celebrating until the evening. Pranitha insisted that Hemant take her to her place as they arrived at her place. She made a drink for herself while Hemant was given another glass of juice.

"BTW , I met your wife recently" Pranitha stated.

"You did?" Hemant asked confused.

"Not exactly 'meet' meet , we were in the same social circle for few minutes and I finally got to see her in person. She was representing Tanishq I believe and Vikram Bajaj was with her , you know owner of BajajCorp."

"I've met him , Sonarika's firm had a collaboration with his new venture recently. A hotel in Jabalpur I think"

"Oh yeah I've head that. Strangely though Vikram has been spending a lot of time in Mumbai lately. I've tried to get him to attend many big parties but he tends to keep a low profile."

"Well , some men are like that"

"Oh that's not it. One of my assistant tells me he has a fling with a mysterious woman in the city. Which is why he is keeping a low profile. He is in a secret relationship with someone"

"Interesting" 

"Anyways , I met your wife. And I can see why you are always enamored by her"

"Really?"

"I mean she has one hell of a structure. The perfect milf , even a pregnancy has only boosted her physical features"

"Okay , enough describing her like that"

"Why what's wrong"

"I know about you know Pranitha. The real you"

"What do you mean the real you"

"Kunal told me about your...aspect in your lifestyle. Makes me feel weird you talking praise about my wife"

Pranitha first looked at him judgementally after which she giggled.

"You really thought I was hitting on your wife?"

"I mean...the way you described her , it made me feel awkward"

"I am just complementing you that you made a right choice with a woman like her you idiot"

"I know , I am just protective about her"

"I can see that. Even talking about her brings out a different energy from you"

"Yeah , that is true"

"So tell me , has she noticed your big change"

"Not exactly , we've been busy on our respective works. But I will reveal it to her soon on a special day"

"Special day?"

"In few months , we will be having our anniversary. And I plan to take her for a date and spend the night at a hotel"

"Mmmmm , romantic"

"Something like that. I wanted to fill a void that had been present in our life"

"Which is?"

"I am afraid I cannot share that with you. It might seem oversharing"

"Oh come on Hemant. We've talked many things , why not this?"

"I don't know. It might seem oversharing"

"Fine then , let me share you what I did in Paris. And then you can share yours"

"Do we really need to do that Pranitha?"

"I am sharing this because I trust you. You are a wonderful friend for me now , and to be frank in my life , I feel more comfortable around you than anyone else. Which is why I don't mind sharing these things , and I expect the same from you"

"Fine then , no need to share yours. I'll share mine"

"Why not?"

"Because I have an idea of what you did. Mine is not exactly sexual , well kind of is"

"Fine , you share first , then I will share mine"

Hemant took a breather then started.

"Our marriage. It was a grand affair , we intended it to be simple , but the involvement of both families and the eventual scheduling resulted in a very hectic marriage day. By the time of our first night , we were both insanely exhausted. On our special night , we spended our moment sleeping rather than you know"

"Awww , such a caring husband"

"Thanks , but anyways , we did the deed a week later once the families were gone. It was wonderful. Those days were one of the best days of our life. Our bonding was very close and intimate. Then Karan happened and our little world started to blossom. Eventually Anjali joined our little family and we started to lack the privacy to do the deed in our home. One time we did , we ended up making too much noise which made Anjali worried. And then our sex life was affected. The thing we used to do almost many times in a week , became a once a month activity. Then month was turned to year , and we slowly started to see the importance of family over our own physical needs. But that void of not being physically together on our wedding night always bothered me. Which is why I made a promise this year , that on our anniversary , I am gonna fill that void in our life and make us whole again"

"Hmm , you're gonna fill that void by filling her!" Pranitha teased Hemant.

"I knew I shouldn't have shared."

"Relax , I am just messing with you. Now my turn"

"Seriously there is no need"

"No there is , our sharing should be mutual okay"

"Alright"

"Ever since I lost Jai , I was in a constant turmoil and pain. And eventually , that led me to the wrong paths. I succumbed to using drugs and hanging out with unconventional people until a lady saved me. Turns out that lady was attracted to me physically so my experience in that side started there. And since then occasional hookups and sexual intimacy played a role in my life to feel free and devoid of the pain of loosing Jai. And it has been that way , until I met you."

Hemant was slightly taken aback as Pranitha continued.

"When I met you ,  saw your commitment , your preferences , your ambitions. Your strive for a better tomorrow , I felt connected , like someone who thinks in my same wavelength. And when I learned you were married , I will admit I was upset. But after some time , I felt greatful that atleast I have a good friend in you. But I will confess Hemant , I am very much jealous of your wife. Because she is living the life I crave , and that is to be part of your life. But now that is just secondary , even for a minimum , I am happy that I am somehow part of your journey now"

"Thank you for this Pranitha. Now I feel we are more compatibles as individuals with common goals."

"No , thanks to you. I knew the nature of your good heart when I saw you help Kunal from his suffering. And I applaud you for that , because if you told me that Kunal would change this much I would say you were joking. But judging from what I heard from Jess , she really enjoyed his company for the whole deal"

"Are you sure , I mean she might just be making it up to convince you"

"No actually she did mean it. She claims Kunal was a good student"

"Good Student?"

"Yeah you know , Jessica , she is a yoga instructor and a fitness and lifestyle coach. So when it comes to sex , she has some rather unique approaches and abilities. And from what I heard , Kunal was a very willing student. He let her take control most the times and he endured well to keep her satisfied. She basically stated that Kunal was very focused when it comes to getting her an orgasm and he did all the right tricks."

"Wow , I kind of feel guilty like I made him cheat in his marriage"

"Really Hemant? sure he has made mistakes. But this is something he deserves. His wife Mouni doesn't love him anymore. He needs this break to understand that it is pointless for him to be so addicted to Mouni knowing that she will never reciprocate it to him back. What's the point of their relationship when she doesn't care anymore. You should not feel guilty , that should be felt by Mouni herself. But she doesn't care , matter of fact she willingly publicised his nature which made him a laughing stock among the big leagues. This was a much needed win for him"

"I don't know Pranitha. Maybe I should've persuaded him for a divorce and move away from Mouni for good"

"No Hemant. What happened is happened , and that is the right thing , even though it might not be morally. It is the necessary , we are no saints. And neither is Mouni , she has gone out her way to insult Kunal , this will only help Kunal in not loosing his sanity and make him understand that not all times he is in fault. Even Jess told me in the beginning Kunal talked about Mouni and he only talked her positives and not her betrayal. In his heart , there is still feelings for her and I get it , Mouni isn't just his wife , but the mother of their children. But that doesn't mean she gets to ruin him further and further for the sake of a nature he now truly regrets. Maybe this change in Kunal might bring out the reality whether Mouni loves him anymore or not"

"I get it Pranitha. I understand , and I agree"

Pranitha noticed her drink was complete. Hemant noticed it was getting late.

"I believe its my time to leave"

"And my drink is finished"

"Good night Pranitha"

"Wait"

Pranitha walked to the couch area and picked up something from her handbag. Hemant noticed it was a watch packet. Pranitha unboxed it and held his left hand and tied it on him removing his old watch.

"What is this"

"Since you gifted me for my success. I gift you one for yours. Now we share the same brand Tag Heuer"

Hemant looked at the packet and was stunned at the price tag.

"Pranitha , this watch is worth more than a lakh. Please , I cannot take it"

"Why not? You are in the big leagues right? Very soon you will be a businessman"

"Right but I haven't become one yet"

"You will be , think of it as the first taste of high life. This is the token of my confidence towards you. Wear it with pride because you have earned it"

Hemant inevitably accepted it as he wore it in his hand and kept the old one in his pocket.

"Good night Pranitha"

"Good night Hemant"

Wishing her that , Hemant left for his home. The ambience in his home was the same , but Sonarika still looked disturbed. Hemant guessed that it might be something about her workplace pressure and the upcoming interview because she has been going through various papers that had materials for her TV interview tomorrow. Sonarika slept early as Hemant spend time with Karan reading him stories of superheroes this time reading him a famous Spider Man comic. Eventually Karan slept and soon Hemant walked into his bedroom to see Sonarika already in deep sleep. Hemant looked at his wrist seeing the expensive watch he was just gifted. In a way it felt weighted for him but he also realized that should be there. Because that way , he will see it as a responsibility and be careful. Hemant removed the watch and placed it at the rest case near the wardrobe thus replacing his old one which was now put into the drawer. With new focus Hemant went to sleep.

                                                                                                                                             (CHAPTER TO BE CONTD)