Chapter 14

“What a pleasant surprise it is meeting you here!” he expressed, his smile widening even more.

Shanaya lied, maintaining her fake grin, “Likewise.”

“You look very beautiful today.”

“Thank you so much,” she said. Her cheeks were starting to ache. Despite her best efforts, she couldn't come up with a polite way to dismiss him.

“Are you here all by yourself?” he asked, his eyebrows rising in curiosity. In addition to his voice, Shanaya hated the intrusiveness he exhibited, making her want to get rid of him immediately.

Sighing loudly, she replied, “Oh, no. I’m here with a client. Business deal discussion.”

“Should’ve expected that. Your grandmother admires your working attitude.”

“Does she? I did not expect that.” She chuckled. “Raunak, I think I should go. Keeping your clients waiting too long is not a good work ethic.”

“Right. So silly of me to keep you here.” He moved to the side, freeing her path.

Shanaya sighed in relief, walking with quick strides. But when she reached her tabl