Arjun anxiously pacing in his cabin & constantly calling Bonnie, but she is not picking up the phone. Rajat entered in his cabin.
Rajat- Boss, her cell phone location is her home.
Arjun- Then, why she is not picking up?
Rajat- Is she is in any danger?
Arjun looked confused. “Is it possible to track down Bonnie so easily? Well, I am not taking any chance. I am going to her home. Rajat, make the sketch of that lady. I want it soon”.
Rajat- But…
Arjun- I will manage & will not let anything happen to Bonnie. But still, prepare back up team for any emergency. Just relax & do as I said.
Rajat nodded his head.
Arjun parked his bike outside Bonnie’s Apartment. He climbed up the stairs & knocked at her door three times in his style. But getting no response, he became more tensed. This time he pushed the door applying pressure. But without much struggle, he able to open the door. He cautiously stepped inside, holding his gun. There is no one in the room, but there is also no sign of struggle in the room. Everything looks perfect. Arjun went towards bedroom. He slowly opened the bedroom door. He was startled to see Bonnie standing there holding a big chocolate cake. A smell of sensual rose room fragrance hit his nose. He looked at the room decorated with flowers & candles. Arjun looked visibly confused. He is still standing holding his gun. Bonnie came closer to him. The muzzle of his gun touching her bare chest as she is wearing a strapless black gown. Arjun put his gun down & keep it in holster which is hidden by his jacket.
“Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday dear Arjun, Happy Birthday to you… Now, cut the cake. You are already late.”
Arjun frowned. ” What nonsense is this Bonnie?”
Bonnie- This is not nonsense Arjun. I really wanted to celebrate your birthday. I expected you last night, but you did not came. I cried, I felt someone stabbed in my heart.
Arjun- Bonnie, I don’t have time to waste.
Bonnie- Arjun please, listen… ( She hold his hand.)
Bonnie- But see you came for me. I know, you are late, but still, you came. You care for me.
Arjun- Yes, I care for you. I care for Rajat & I care for each & every Officer working in my team. As a Senior Officer, it is my duty. As I am not been able to contact with you. So, I came to check. It’s as simple as that.
Bonnie- No, you are lying.
Arjun- Why should I lie? By the way, I am not getting the reason of your irresponsible behavior.
Bonnie looked at him. Her face fell.
Arjun- Why you are here now? Did I sanction you leave? Why the hell you are not picking up the phone? Don’t you know that out of contact means you are in danger in our profession? I never expected this kind of irresponsible act from you. This is my last warning to you.
Arjun turned to leave. But Bonnie hugged him from behind. Arjun froze.
Bonnie- I love You AM. When I first saw you, I fall in love with you. I love everything about you. AM, I know I behaved like a fool. I just wanted to share my feeling with you. Scold me, but please don’t go.
Arjun gasped. He stood there like a statue. Bonnie again pulled his hand.
Bonnie ( Almost whispering)- I really Love You AM. Why are you silent?
Arjun- What to say Bonnie? I am speechless seeing your doltishness.
Bonnie- doltishness?
Arjun- Yes. Now, listen carefully Bonnie, I am committed & I am very serious about my relation with her. So, for you, It’s a NO from my side.
Bonnie (hissed)- You are rejecting me for Samaira?
Arjun- ohh, so, you know about my relationship with Samaira? Obviously, why not You? Everyone in our team knows. Though I did not Officially declared, but did not conceal also. But still, you created this drama & made a awkward situation for both of us?
Bonnie- She came between us.
Arjun- “us” ? Really Bonnie? I am not even aware of this “us” existence. There was never a single moment when I felt, we could be together. So, don’t blame Samaira. I love her & I don’t want to hear anything about her.
Bonnie ( now crying)- Then, why about me Arjun?
Arjun- I can’t control your thoughts & feelings. But I cleared mine. It’s a No, Bonnie & it will remain forever a No. I don’t think, I ever gave you any hints or any hope. So, there is no point of saying Sorry. You are mature enough to understand. That’s it.
Arjun jerked her hand. He felt so suffocated inside & rushed outside. He took a deep breath in fresh air.
Arjun opened the door of his cabin. Rajat rushed towards him.
Rajat- Where is Bonnie?
Arjun- She is fine. ( Quite rudely)
Rajat- But…
Arjun( cut his words)- Rajat, you just inform her that I am giving her time till tomorrow morning to report in duty with all details which I told her to collect. Else, I am going to take strict action against her.
Arjun closed the door with a bang.
At evening, Rajat knocked at the door of Arjun’s cabin. ” Come in”, Rajat entered when he heard Arjun’s voice from inside.
Rajat- Sketches of the lady. Three of them gave same description.
Arjun looked at the sketches. “Now, who is she? Why the hell she hired the killers to kill Samaira? Do you checked our criminal database?”
Rajat- Well, I checked. But she is not our database. But I found her profile in NCRB’s missing person record & also in Zipnet.
Arjun- Say in details.
Rajat- Her name is Puja Chabra, originally belongs from Dehradun. A bright student, doing PG from this city. It’s almost a month she is missing from her College Hostel. Her old parents filed missing complains. Whatever, I get to know from the Investigation Officer of this case, that the girl became a drug addict before going missing. She was demanding too much money which her father denied to give. Police is still clueless about her whereabouts.
Arjun is lost in thoughts.
Arjun- Track Ravi Desai as soon as possible.
Rajat- Arjun, what happened?
Arjun- nothing. Just tired. Need some rest. See you tomorrow Rajat.
Samaira closed her laptop & collected all the papers scattered on bed in a file & yawned. Her phone started ringing. Arjun Calling.
Samaira( with a big smile)- Hey Arjun.
Arjun- I am standing outside. Open the door.
Samaira- huh?
Arjun- arre, open the door.
Samaira opened the door & Arjun walked inside. He put his bike keys & mobile on the side table. He removed his jacket & sat on the bed. He is wearing his casual track pant & black T Shirt.
Arjun- Sorry for coming so late. Actually missing you.
Samaira- It’s okay. Don’t say sorry.
Arjun silently sat there & Samaira keenly noticing him.
Samaira- What happened Arjun? You looked dull.
Arjun- Nothing.
Samaira- hmm. You ate?
Arjun- Yes. Feeling sleepy.
Samaira only nodded her head. She came opposite side. Both lay down without any talking. Samaira switched off the light. But she could not sleep, as Arjun tossing & turning restlessly beside her.
Arjun (in his mind)- Why Bonnie? Why the hell you gave this complex twist in my simple life? This confession will surely hamper the good professional atmosphere in our team. Don’t know why I am feeling this much uncomfortable? I am very clear about my feeling. I Love Samaira. Should I say this to Samaira? No No, Never. Bonnie is a close chapter. Really? Is it so? She is a member of my team, a fellow Officer, Friend. No, Friendship over. We are not friends any more. She broke it. She must be feeling jealous, angry. Am I be able to trust her again completely?
Samaira came closer to him & put her hand around him. “Relax Arjun & sleep. ”
Arjun also came closer to her. He sighed & inhaled her scent. He can feel her warmth &she is hugging him. He closed his eyes. Samaira too closed her eyes peacefully when she felt Arjun’s deep & even breathing.
Thats all for today. Waiting for reviews.