unexpected move

The morning is supposed to be peaceful for Kirti, her last exam finally over, and she's taking the chance to sleep in. But her rest is abruptly shattered by the sound of her parents arguing loudly outside. She rubs her eyes, confused, and listens closely, recognizing her father’s and mother’s voices mixed with an unfamiliar, louder voice—likely their neighbor.

Kirti jumps out of bed, her heart racing as she rushes toward the door to see what's going on. Stepping outside, she finds her parents in a heated argument with their neighbor, who’s gesturing angrily towards their house.

“You've ignored my request for too long!” the neighbor shouts, his tone bitter. “I’m not asking for the whole land—just a small space so I can open a window. It’s a small thing, and yet you refuse out of sheer stubbornness.”

Her father stands firm, his jaw clenched, refusing to give in. “It’s not about stubbornness. We’ve told you before, that piece of land is ours. We won’t change anything just because you’re demanding it!”

Kirti’s mother tries to calm the situation, but the neighbor only grows louder. “Maybe it’s time for you to rethink things,” he snaps, his voice laced with a new, unsettling confidence. “Who knows, maybe you’ll regret this decision soon.”

Kirti watches, feeling a mix of confusion and worry. She can’t shake the feeling that something deeper is going on, something her parents aren’t fully aware of. Why is the neighbor suddenly so bold about this?

As the argument continues, Kirti pulls her mother aside, whispering, “Ma, why is he being so pushy all of a sudden? He’s never acted like this before.”

Her mother shakes her head, equally puzzled. “I don’t know, beta. He’s been asking for that window for years, but he’s never been this aggressive about it. Something’s changed.”

Kirti feels a chill as she recalls her recent encounters with Xiao Zhan, wondering if somehow this is connected. But she pushes the thought aside, unsure if she’s just overthinking. Still, as the argument drags on, she can’t shake the feeling that this is just the beginning of something much bigger.

After two days of trying to disturb Kirti’s family once more, the neighbor becomes frustrated. Despite his efforts, Kirti's father remains firm, refusing to give in to any demands about the land. Annoyed and feeling the pressure himself, the neighbor realizes that he has to escalate the situation as planned.

That evening, he makes a call to Mr. Sharma. "Sir," he says with a nervous edge, "I tried everything, just like you suggested. But they’re still refusing to give up the land. They’re standing firm, especially Kirti’s father."

Mr. Sharma listens silently, then responds in a measured tone. “Interesting. It seems they’re more resilient than expected. But that’s fine. We have other ways to make them see reason.”

The neighbor hesitates, sensing that things might be getting more serious than he anticipated. "Sir, should I continue pressing them? Or…?"

Mr. Sharma smirks, giving a brief chuckle. “No, you’ve done enough for now. Leave it to me. I’ll handle things from here.”

As the call ends, Mr. Sharma walks over to Xiao Zhan, who’s been quietly listening in the background. “Sir,” he says, “the family is still resisting, but they’re showing signs of strain. I suggest we proceed with a more direct approach.”

Xiao Zhan’s eyes narrow thoughtfully, a hint of satisfaction playing at his lips. “Good. Their resistance will only make the victory sweeter. Let’s move on to the next phase. I want them to understand that they’re out of options.”

Mr. Sharma nods, already planning the next steps. "Understood, sir. I’ll ensure they’re made aware of the consequences of refusing your offer."

Xiao Zhan’s gaze sharpens with determination, knowing that it won’t be long before Kirti’s family will have to reconsider. His resolve only deepens—he won’t stop until he has what he wants.

Mr. Sharma arrives in Kirti’s neighborhood with a surprising display of authority: a couple of police officers and Xiao Zhan’s intimidating bodyguards. His arrival, paired with such an entourage, quickly catches everyone’s attention. Curious and nervous residents gather around, whispering amongst themselves, as Mr. Sharma steps forward, a stern expression on his face.

He raises his voice, addressing the crowd, “Ladies and gentlemen, I am here on behalf of Mr. Xiao Zhan, who has invested significantly in this area for development purposes. We understand that many of you are concerned about potential changes and the impact on your homes.”

The crowd murmurs, anxiously eyeing the police officers, wondering what’s about to happen. Kirti’s father, watching from a distance, steps forward cautiously, his expression a mixture of worry and defiance.

Mr. Sharma continues, directing his gaze at Kirti’s father, “Mr. Xiao Zhan has a proposal—one that would allow everyone here to stay without any changes to your properties.” He pauses, letting his words sink in. “But it comes with one condition: Mr. Xiao Zhan wishes to marry Mr sigh daughter , Kirti.”

The crowd gasps, stunned by the unusual demand, and begins whispering among themselves. Kirti’s father’s face turns red with anger, and he steps forward, his voice shaking. “This is outrageous! My daughter is not a bargaining chip for anyone’s business plans! We will not be pressured into this.”

Mr. Sharma raises a hand, his expression cold. “Then you should be aware, sir, that without Mr. Xiao Zhan’s , this neighborhood may face… certain challenges. We have the authority to evict anyone who refuses to cooperate. So, it is simple: agree to Mr. Xiao Zhan’s offer, or you and everyone here may have to find new places to live.”

The crowd grows tense, sensing the severity of the threat, and a few people start murmuring about the risks if Kirti’s family refuses. Kirti’s father stands firm, but he feels the weight of his neighbors’ anxious eyes on him, silently pressuring him to consider the deal for their sake

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