Obsessive Flames of Love

30th September

Tamaz and Maahir were in the office, striking their last attack on Diana Industries to snatch their most anticipated project.

“Will it work in our favor?” Maahir asked a little suspiciously when his lips pressed into a thin line.

“Of course,” Tamaz said while typing on the screen.

“But…”

“Don’t underestimate Rudra’s plan.” He said while glancing at Maahir.

“I’m not, Tamaz. I’ve seen his capabilities live, he can do wonders in deals.” Put his head down in deep thought.

“Then… What’s with that look?” Tamaz pointed his index finger with a puzzled expression.

“We can’t underestimate Daniel Bhatt. He’s still the chairman of Diana Industries.” Maahir said while he became lost in his thoughts.

“I agree.”

“Hmm.”

“Is anything wrong?”

“No! It’s just that…”

“Have you got any internal information from their side?”

“Um… Yep!!”

“What’s it?”

“Apparently, Diana was all out to get the deal to save her pride. She’s even ready to accept immense losses.”

Tamaz shook his head in resentment, “was she mad?” He slammed his fists on the table while Maahir jumped from his chair in shock. “Have you lost it?” Maahir sort of asked warily.

“You know what, let her presume that things were on her way.”

Maahir stared at him, “you mean…?”

“Yes!”

“I got it! Cheers.” They exchanged a hi-fi in contentment.

“But before it ends, we need to make her sacrifice her pride, ah.”

“Now, everything makes sense.”

Tamaz gave a dirty look, “you’re late.”

“Huh. Boss went abroad to acquire good contacts who were willing to hand the deal to us?”

“Perfect.”

…

04:00 PM Conference hall

Stepped down from the brick red Maserati, Tamaz handed the key to the valet and looked around. In the busy area where people were rushing, the terrible traffic and the honking sounds made the bustling day a little hectic.

Adjusted his burgundy suit, set his hair, and when he was about to enter, Tamaz saw a woman unbuttoning the burgundy blazer nearing the exit.

The breeze and the bright illuminations of the sun landing on her made her flawless beauty more appealing in the white shirt. His eyes focused on her as they strode nearer to her and his lips drew a smile.

“She seemed to be in a bad mood.” Tamaz thought when she removed her blazer with a stern expression, untucked the shirt from her trouser. Tied her flowing silky hair swaying on her hips into a high ponytail with her lips pressed into a thin line.

He heard a mumble from her while she’s talking on a phone, “that stupid fellow didn’t like my presentation and rejected it. How dare he?” Her face turned red with anger while the grip on the blazer in her hands tightened.

Stomped her foot, “I will kick his ass off if I got a chance.” Her hazel eyes were burning with anger while her jaw clenched, and Tamaz let a laugh looking at the adorable woman in front of him.

Maahir stood there observing Tamaz and the woman, “want to know her?” He asked Tamaz.

Tamaz shook his head, “no need.”

“Seriously?” Maahir eyes widened while asking in a sarcastic tone.

“Hmm.”

“You were smiling looking at her?”

“She seemed cute in anger.”

“That’s it?”

Tamaz chuckled, “what else then?”

“Nothing, forget that I asked,” Maahir said in an unbelievable tone.

With a nod, “let’s get in.” Tamaz said when a blue Buggati Veyron halted in a loud screech. They exchanged a knowing look when the realization dawned on them.

Holding a limited edition black Louis Vuitton handbag, adjusted her flowy air while removing her sunglasses, in a lavish attire with a smug look, Diana crossed past them with a cynical smile. An air of arrogance danced around her.

Glanced at each other, “let’s crush her arrogance,” Maahir blurted while his greyish eyes burned in anticipation.

Tamaz eyes turned hard to read while they were filled with resentment. “That’ll happen for sure.” He said, stressing every word with utmost hatred. “We need to smash her growing impudence.” He asserted.

“Yes. She’s a pain in the ass.” Maahir face was fuming by seeing her disappearing silhouette, “she was behaving as if she conquered the world.”

“Correct.”

“How dare she to provoke, Boss?”

“She’ll be a laughing stock today.”

They both entered the long hallway painted in white with a glossy marble floor filled with tables and surrounded by a bunch of people from the Builders Dynasty.

Stared at each other, they occupied their respective seats with a polite smile plastered on their faces while greeting other members.

On either side, Diana gave a mischievous grin looking at them. Tamaz and Maahir sneered viciously, “let her be.” they said in unison.

“Let her enjoy for a while. How arrogant she’ll become, the fall will be that high,” Tamaz said while his eyes shot daggers.Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

Maahir nodded and shifted their focus onto the event. Soon, the hall loaded with dim projector light, and the presentation began.

After an hour, the bright lights turned on, and loud applause resonated in the room. The president, Mr. Arjun, entered the podium and said, “This prestigious deal is going to land in one of the best hands in the industry.”

Diana’s face glowed by hearing that, and before the president announced a name, she stood up with her head held high and walked towards the podium.

The members seated in the hall gave a confused look, but they shut their mouths when Maahir sighed, “shh,” placing his middle finger onto his lips.

They all nodded by understanding the situation and mocked Diana in the back. “This Diana is sure self-righteous.” They laughed discreetly while murmuring.

In a few minutes, she reached the stage and gave her hand when Arjun’s eyes popped out. “What are you doing here, Ms. Diana?”

She stunned but composed herself, “to grab the deal.”

Arjun was at a loss for words, “when did I say it belonged to you?” He said slowly but loud enough for the people in the hall to hear.

“We already discussed it, know?” Diana said in a little perplexed tone while shrugging her hands. Still, she didn’t understand the scene playing in front of her.

“So what?” Arjun asked airily.

Held her breath and stared at him in a puzzled look with a squint. “You said you’re considering me?”

“That didn’t mean you got it, right?” He said in annoyance.

“Yet, Diana Industries is the best in the industry.”

Arjun gave a mocking smile, “who told you that?”

Diana winced by trying to understand what’s happening, but it’s too late, “I can’t go back on my words now.”

“You thought too highly of yourself, Ms. Diana,” Arjun said in ridicule while the brim of his lips was going wide.

“What do you mean?” Her face turned serious when a frown settled on her.

“You might forget the fact that Chauhan Group of Companies is the best.”

Listening that, her body given up as if a bolt of lightning hit her, a cold shiver ran down her spine. She stood there rooted when Arjun announced, “It was handed to the one and only Chauhan Group of Companies.”

Tamaz stood up and reached the podium with a victorious smirk when Diana’s face turned pale in embarrassment.

Arjun and Tamaz shook their hands in front of Diana and left her as if she’s unimportant to them. Glanced at Tamaz, “I’m sorry for such a scene here, Mr. Tamaz.” Arjun said narrowing his eyes.

“No worries, Mr. Arjun. Some people were present only to cause trouble without knowing their place.” Tamaz said in full authority when she felt humiliated.

All the people in the hall laughed at her when her cheeks turned red in shame. Clenched her fists and gave a warning glare to Tamaz before she left and walked away.

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