EP-16
There’s a nervous shuffle on the intercom line.
Harsh (M.L PA)
*Hesitant* Sir, I—I believe there’s been a mistake. The employee who prepared the files must have switched the portfolios by mistake.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Expression darkens. He snaps the portfolio shut and sets it aside with an audible thud*
Harsh (M.L PA)
*Closes his eyes*
💭Ek aur banda Gaya.
[Translation: 💭Another one down]
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
Mistake? In my company? *His voice is low but carries a sharp edge*
Harsh (M.L PA)
*Gulps, clearing his throat* I’ll get to the bottom of this immediately, sir. It won’t happen again.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*coldly* You’re right, it won’t. Because there’s no place here for employees who can’t handle basic responsibilities. Fire the one responsible, clear their dues, and GET THEM OUT of my company by the end of the day.
Harsh (M.L PA)
*😑* Understood, sir. Shall I send Aadrika Tripathi’s portfolio in
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
No need. Just send me her samples. I’ll take it from here.
Harsh (M.L PA)
Right away, sir.
*Sighes* Chalo sir ka aj ka quota full.
[Translation: His today's quota is full now]
A employee gives Aadrika's samples to Anirudh
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*He flips through it, his interest piqued by the dynamic style and originality of the drawings*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*His expression softening, Murmuring to himself* This is exceptional.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*He presses the intercom* Harsh send Ms. Aadrika Tripathi in.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Pacing* 💭Why it's taking them long.. What if they selected the other candidate?
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Shook her head* 💭No no...Think positive.Think positive.
A lady comes telling her that it's her number now.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Nods thanking her*
The heavy wooden door swings open, and Aadrika steps into the lavish, sunlit office. Her eyes quickly take in the sleek modern décor, the large glass windows offering a panoramic city view, and the imposing figure seated behind an elegant desk.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Looks up*💭What the-
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Her breath hitched* 💭 It's that rude guy.
*Her eyes widen in shock, and her thoughts spiral out of control*
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
💭Oh no. No, no, no! Of all the people in the world, it had to be him? I can't God please why are you playing this dumb game with me. Am I heroine of some drama or something?
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Flashes of their first encounter rush through her mind making her all the hopes she had with this opportunity shattering one by one*
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
💭Beda garak bhootnike.
[Translation: I'm doomed]
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Feels a jolt of surprise. His usually composed expression falters for a split second as recognition dawns*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
💭Am I dreaming? What kind of a joke is this?
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*He feels a strange mix of emotions—bitterness from the memory of that incident, but also an inexplicable hint of happiness at seeing her again*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*He quickly regains his professional demeanor, leaning back in his chair with a neutral expression, though his eyes betray a flicker of amusement*
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
Well, this is unexpected 🥶
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Realizing her expression is betraying her, immediately putting on a polite and calm expressions*
Good afternoon sir..I’m Aadrika Tripathi. It’s a pleasure to meet you.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
💭Good..good just pretend you don't remember anything
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*A chuckle escaped as he couldn't control the amusement which was very odd for him too because this is something unusual he did.
💭You sure Aadrika
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Eyebrows raised* 💭😤Le lo maje beta apka samay hai
[Translation: Of course...Have fun son it's your time.]
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Smirking* The pleasure is all mine, Ms. Tripathi. Please, have a seat.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
💭This is going to be fun
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Nods, her heart racing as she lowers herself into the chair across from him. She can feel his eyes on her, studying her every move* 💭Is he trying to drill a hole in me?
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
*Leaning forward slightly* You seem surprisingly calm for someone interviewing for such a competitive position.
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
*Smiling confidently, masking her nerves*
💭 You got this Aadrika...Just give your 100%
Aadrika Tripathi(F.L)
Well, sir, I believe in staying composed under pressure. It helps to focus on the task at hand.
Anirudh Prakash(M.L)
💭So she knows how to talk politely...*Remembering the way she used some really good words to address him on thier first encounter*
Comments
Bloody Queen
yes adri you are out fl 😉
2024-11-25
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