Vikram didn't ignore his brother Vidarth's actions but he didn't show anything to him. Vidharth will be going abroad this week and so Vikram remains patient thinking to see everything afterwards. It is a mystery where Vidharth is going and coming nowadays. Sometimes Vidharth don't return home too is something that is heartbreaking for Adithya's family. His parents were hopeful that his youngest son Vikram would take care of him, realizing that there was no way the answer would come from Vidharth.
This being on the one hand, Ahana's accident on the other hand, Vikram was in deep thought as he rolled the globe on the desk. Since his detective friend Rahul told Vikram that the accident did not happen accidentally, he and his friend had also collected some evidence but it is not certain who did it to them.
Vikram was hoping that the fish that had been baited in the sea would definitely caught today or another day.
To catch his attention, Vikram's phone rang and pressed it to his ear. "Vaishali, Did you arrive at the airport? Shiva has arrived there. Come with him" Vikram said.
"I'm just coming with Shiva" Vaishali said at the other end.
"Okay come on" he immediately cut off her call and accepted the call from his brother Vidharth, "Vikram, come to the office at three o'clock this evening... I have outside work today" said Vidharth.
"Bro, I'm going to watch Dhruv's National level game live, so I couldn't come today" hesitated Vikram.
"Uff... Isn't the hide-and-seek game he plays more important to you than Adithya's company? One of us has to be here today or else our company will face a huge lose" Vidharth said on the other side.
"Well, then you be in the company. What's important event today than making Companies profit? Already the company started to face loses" he muttered.
"What did you say? Hmm... you enjoy with Dhruv itself and it is my mistake to ask you. Don't forget you will be paid for every actions you are spending with Dhruv. There will be an end one day" said Vidharth bitterly.
"I would be happy even if he kills me, Is it enough? Why brother? What did he do to you? You always showing a big hatred towards him but Do you know how much he loves you? Yes, you know it but still why you remained so bitter.
He is going to achieve greatness today. It's okay if you don't call and greet him but don't insult our friendship... please" Vikram said his mind out.
"I couldn't edit you at all. I had called to ask you to come here. I'll see it by myself" he shouted and hung up the phone without even hearing the answer.
"Why is he behaving rude? What is the matter?" Vikram kept thinking.
"Vicky... Hi... How are you?" Vaishali entered with a smile.
With a big smile Vikram replied, "Hey Vaishu. Welcome! How about you and family? Drinks?"
"Super fine Vicky... Order something cool. Hmm...Who's on the phone? You didn't even notice us. You were talking to someone so tense?" She asked.
"Oh ok... Shiva, two fruit jellies and juice" said Vikram. "Who else, Vidharth bro"
"Vidharth? Oh ... How is he?" asked Vaishali.
Vikram said, "What can I say Vaishu? I didn't understand any action taken by my brother. Vaishu, Ahana is right. On that day of business conference, Vidharth came to Mumbai for some purpose"
"Oh... Is that so?"
"Yeah... Well, there is a reason for that too... but... brother hates Dhruv for no reason. I don't know why? That's what makes me sad," he shared the burden to his friend.
"Even I was confused. Wait patiently Vicky" replied Vaishali. Meanwhile they had the juice and jellies.
*****
Today, the national level table tennis tournament was about to happen. The seats of that large arena were filling up one by one. Dhruv and other players were there in the morning. Dhruv was conversing with his coach Krishna in a room reserved for him.
Suddenly, a young man of about twenty-five came and meet Dhruv. Dhruv accompany with him to the guest room. There, three middle-aged men were waiting for the arrival of Dhruv. The young man introduced them to Dhruv, "They are your advertisers" All three are from different area advertisers.
All the three of them used encouraging words and wished him for success. The trio had simple conversation with Dhruv.
One of them said, "Mr.Dhruvender, I have been wanting to meet you for a long time but today it has come true. Usually for cricket, I used to sponsor advertisements but you are the reason I got into this sport for the first time. I came to know that you were born in ordinary family. I am well aware that it is not so easy to reach this place without anyone's help. Today, your dream is going to come true. My heartfelt congratulations."
"Thank you very much sir. This is my privilege" replied Dhruv.
Similarly the other two had converse with Dhruv and they encouraged him. After their smooth conversation Dhruv came out thinking, "My side has three sponsors in total. They were so kind and mature to me! So who were the two who came in the guise of promoters with Naveen Thomas sir that day?" He Came towards his coach with confusion and he informed everything to his coach.
"True... I thought I could tell you about this after the game was over. That day, I became suspicious of the two men who came with Naveen Thomas. I Informed and inquired to Ravinder sir. They were fake advertisers gathered by Naveen Thomas. Their plan is not to let you play in this game and make you feel down" he said.
"Hmm... How can a person hit the stomach of another and had their food?" replied Dhruv symbolically.
"Let it go, Don't think about it! To prevent you from reaping the fruit of victory many obstacles would come in so many different forms like this. Never lose your hope and confident level."
"Hmm. All right sir" said Dhruv.
****
At Vaishali's urging, Vikram and she went to Ahana's house. Ahana did not expect their arrival and floated away in a flood of joy. Vaishali inquired about Ahana's wellabouts and went to the kitchen accompanying her. Ahana made three cups of coffee. "Ahana, have a good rest even for a few days too" said Vaishali.
"No maam, the doctors said to give movements to leg to get quick recovery" she said.
"Really?" As they were talking, Vikram who forgot to blink looking at the childhood photograph of Ahana hooked on the wall. He looked at her with a smile on his face.
As Ahana and Vaishali come out with coffee, Vikram shifts his gaze on Ahana.
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hana gave coffee to Vikram, unknowingly their fingers touched. Ahana had a slight look at him but Vikram took the coffee as soon as possible without looking at her and when she turned away he looked at her with a grin.
"Hey! Ahana, Are you in that photo? You are looking very cute" Vaishali complimented and Vikram coughed. Ahana stared at Vikram lightly.
"Thank you madam!"
"What do you say Vicky?" Vaishali asked Vikram.
Vikram smirked at Vaishali and replied, "Yeah... why doubt? She is cute in childhood but..." Vikram paused.
Ahana twisted her lips and raises an eyebrow slightly to stare him ...
"But what?" Vaishali joined with Ahana.
"Hmm... that's okay... leave it" he said gently. Ahana turned her face away. He looked at her gesture and smiled.
"Uff Vicky..." she said looking at Ahana, "he's just like this Ahana, let's see how his wife looks like and we can tease her okay. Get ready soon Ahana. Dhruv will be waiting for us there" convinced Vaishali.
Vikram said, "Nowadays, you are not at all supporting me, Vaishu" Vaishali spreaded the smile. After a while, Ahana got ready and they reached the stadium.
Sports Stadium...
Photographers, journalists and TV reporters ran behind Vikram Aditya's car before he enter the large stadium.
Later, reporters intercepted Vikram Aditya and started asking questions, "Sir! We everybody knew that you and Dhruvendar are friends. Today, What is your opinion about your friend Druvendar coming to this place?"
"His self-confidence! No longer have to wait as his success is going to speak within few minutes" Vikram replied and avoided other reporters.
Dhruv got a chance to talk to Vikram, Vaishali and Ahana only for a few seconds.
Shortly after the start of the game, there was a fierce rivalry between Dhruv and his opponent Sooraj. The two played with self-confidence and sports spirit. The applause of the fans tore the ear. After several minutes of play, Dhruv won the first round.
In the next round, Suraj won. In the final round, Dhruv easily won the national level table tennis tournament for 2021. He was awarded with the gold medal on behalf of the table tennis department and National sports club. Dhruv expressed his happiness by pointing his right thumb towards Vikram with the gold medal.
Druvendar's triumphant journey was the flash news of today that sounded in all directions. In a single day, he made his name in the list of most popular celebrities of India.
As Vikram, Vaishali and Ahana try to get close to him, the already competing press and TV reporters turn to Vikram and say, "Today, my friend's day. I have come to listen to his interview in the name of being an ardent fan of his, that's all!" Said Vikram.
"Druvendar, This huge victory! Did you expect a day like this?" Asked a reporter.
Dhruv began calmly, "Yeah. In my early days, I wish to play well and give my best. I still had the same urge to achieve"
"How about your journey? We knew you had faced many hardship and that makes you inspiration for many" asked another reporter.
Dhruv replied, "Ha... ha... Thank you for the credit. My journey as usual every normal player face it"
"Who is your role model? Why?" asked a reporter.
Dhruv ~ "My friend Vikram... the reason is many... ha... ha... it needs a day to talk"
"Who do you like to thank at this moment?"
Dhruv ~ "My mother, coach Krishna sir and Ravinder sir"
"Your answer to those who think to push you back?"
Dhruv ~ "Success is not permanent... It can change at any time. Push me back on your own stand and I will accept with pride"
"Your advice to those who are eager to come forward like you?"
Dhruv ~ "With diligence and self-confidence, any one can stand up to any obstacles and come forward"
"What about your marriage?"
Dhruv ~ "Ha... ha... coming soon"
"The next match will be the world match and Congratulations on seeing you even more success" said the reporters.
"Thanks" replied Dhruv heartfully.
Dhruv patiently responded to two other foreign language reporters too.
*****
Vikram's Guest House,
There were Vikram, Dhruv, Vaishali, Ahana and Siva.
Vikram said, "Many prominent businessmen are coming to the party that have been planned tomorrow"
Everyone shared about their invitees except Ahana.
"Well... Does Ahana wish to invite anyone?" Asked Dhruv.
"Yes, Akshadh" she replied gently.
"Akshadh? It's someone newcomer. I do not already know who the protagonist here. Again, a new comer?" Djruv murmured, Vikram raised his eyes and stared at her.
"Akshadh got married. He's my uncle's son!" She replied.
Dhruv sighed with a smile. "Okay... Good"
"I have heard this name already but I didn't remember exactly" Vikram said.
"Akshadh, (Cancer Specialist) has many achievements in the field of medicine and has received many awards in social service" (Akshadh has huge fan base.To know him fully read the novel (Protagonist, Can't forget you, my love)
"Oh... OK, pleasure to meet him" Their talk started with inviting several guests and finally end in Dhruv.
"Dhruv... Dhruv... When reporters asked about your marriage you told that it was coming soon. Did you propose the lucky girl?" Asked Vaishali. Dhruv showed a bright smile.
"Vicky... Nowadays, Dhruv is not all sharing anything... I'm not going to talk to him anymore" Vaishali said like a little child, and everyone burst out laughing uncontrollably.
"Tomorrow, I am going to propose my love" said Dhruv. His words got stumbled in between.
"Super dear Dhruv... Congratulations" everyone greeted and Ahana said, "Congratulations on winning your love"
Dhruv shook his head and said "OK"
"Well, Did you arrange sports success party or a romantic party tomorrow?" Asked Vaishali lifting her brows.
"Both! The cost will be saved ... ha... ha..." said Dhruv makes everyone smile.
To be continued...
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