chapter 5

                                    

                                          
“Sister, they are the people who went with sir.”
Reena approached them, her authority palpable as she demanded, “What happened out there? Why is Rocky in this state?”
One of the men spoke, his voice filled with guilt. “Sir had everything under control; he killed everyone... b-but...”
Frustration bubbled within her, and before she could explode, another man continued quietly, “Adheera.”
That name sent a chill down her spine. She remembered Adheera well—the man who had nearly killed Kamal because of his own arrogance. She didn’t care much for Kamal, but the thought of him hospitalized for two months shocked her. She had visited him in the hospital, witnessing firsthand the toll Adheera’s brutality took on him. Kamal had raised his voice against Surya Vardhan, and Adheera had made him pay dearly, sparing his life only because of his connection to a mutual friend.
The man continued, shaking as he spoke. “**He shot sir without any warning, humiliating him by leaving him alive... No one can step foot out of KGF now. He won’t let us; he’ll kill us all.**”
Tears welled in the man’s eyes as he confessed.
Reena’s mind was a chaotic storm of thoughts. *He’s alive… but how? There’s something we don’t know.*
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Meanwhile, Rocky was in his room, appearing slightly better despite his injuries. His demeanor suggested he was undeterred by the gunshot wound. He called for guards, instructing them to fill cases with gold and money and prepare the helicopter for departure.
As soon as Reena heard about his travel plans, she rushed to see him. She entered the room to find him struggling with his suit’s buttons. Without thinking, she approached and helped him, her touch immediately warming the cold aura that surrounded him.
“**Where are you going now? It’s only been two days; you’re not recovered enough for a vacation!**” she demanded, her voice firm.
Rocky simply turned toward the door and shouted, “**Maids!**”
Within moments, Reena’s maids rushed inside. “**Get my queen’s luggage ready; she’s going with me!**”
Reena’s eyes widened in surprise. “**What? What are you up to? I just asked where you’re going!**” She shot him an incredulous look.
With a teasing smile, he replied, “Shona, I don’t want you to miss me and be upset. Okay, now get ready!”
Overwhelmed by the chaos of emotions swirling within her, Reena walked away. 
It’s so messed up here. I couldn’t be with my father in his last moments, and now Rocky has been shot by Adheera. He still wants to travel?
 This must be part of his plan, but... going out when Adheera is making his way toward KGF is risky. He could come for us in two weeks, and food supplies are limited to 7-8 days. This smartass wants me to tag along for my safety, but I feel too guilty to leave these people behind.
Determined, she made her way to her room to prepare, leaving her turbulent thoughts behind.
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“The helicopter is ready, ma’am,” a servant informed her.
As she approached the door, she saw Rocky waiting, his arm wrapped for support. Despite the injury, his expression radiated strength and determination. He noticed her presence, inhaling her scent, which seemed to calm him.
“Aao, shona, chalte hain.” (Come on, let’s go.)
Reena nodded, but then he suddenly stopped, making her bump into his back. Rubbing her forehead, she asked irritably, “What’s wrong with you?”
He stepped closer and sweetly kissed her forehead, whispering, “Sorry.”
“There’s something I forgot to bring along; just give me a second,” he said before disappearing momentarily.
Reena thought, What could be so important that he went by himself? He could have just ordered the maids. Anyway, let that idiot be; I won’t wait for him. She started walking toward the exit.
Fifteen minutes passed, and Rocky was still delayed. Concerned, she asked someone to check on him. After another ten minutes, Rocky emerged with the butler, still deep in discussion.
As he approached her, she overheard the butler saying, “Don’t worry, sir; ma’am will like it, and it’s my responsibility.”
Reena’s confusion grew. 
Were they talking about me? Everyone in KGF calls me ma’am or sister, so what is Rocky planning?*
Suddenly, Rocky kissed her cheek, making her blush uncontrollably. 
“**How dare you kiss me, you idiot!**” she exclaimed.
Rocky simply smiled and ordered the pilot, “**START!**”
“**I seriously hate you!**” she shouted, her face flushed with anger.
His expression turned hard, a terrifying intensity in his eyes. He pulled her closer, burying his head into her neck, an unexpected intimacy that left her breathless.
''You can try to hate me, but remember, your hate for me could mean the death of hundreds of people daily,''
he warned in a dark tone.
His warning was clear. While he couldn’t harm her, the thought of her disdain fueled a darker side of him—one capable of wreaking havoc without hesitation, making her responsible for his actions.

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So, do you think Rocky is planning something for Reena, or is there more to it? 
Have a great day, beautiful people, and thank you for your support and encouragement! ♥️