Mr Husband Work Hard

Pratiksha trapped Siya

Because Siya Rastogi was to take over Pratiksha, Nancy and Vikrant were in the meeting room early in the morning discussing the upcoming plans they had. Pratiksha wasn't invited to the meeting, the excuse was that it was only a pitch. 

However, Nancy was clear about Siya Rastogi's true intentions - Siya Rastogi merely treated Pratiksha as a chess piece. No matter how high Pratiksha's status was, she was still going to maintain her power to control her artist.

Nancy projected Pratiksha's job offers onto the projector screen - there were 23 of them! Seeing this, Vikrant was shocked. Amongst the offers, there was no lack of 2nd-tier magazines. He never expected the public had such a high degree of acknowledgement for Pratiksha.

Of course, Nancy did not reveal the offers Pratiksha was currently considering. These included the offers from...Creative Century and Star Age; two big superstar factories who had thrown her an expensive offer.

With Pratiksha's current status, a small studio like Rastogi, could no longer be of much help to her. Plus, the contract that hung to Siya Rastogi's lips could no longer bind Pratiksha.

It seemed Siya Rastogi had already forgotten the battle with Secret and still believed Pratiksha's success was due to luck.

"At present, because of the Oriental Trend, Pratiksha is extremely popular; she has gained quite a bit of fame in the European and American markets. As long as we take advantage of the current situation, with my contacts, we can speedily get her onto multiple stages. However, she needs to be obedient towards me...otherwise, I can also destroy her..."

It appeared, tonight's celebration dinner for Pratiksha, was more like an announcement dinner for Siya Rastogi taking on her new role.

A manager that had been blacklisted by the Americans - with a blink of an eye - returned to India to continue to wreak havoc on the world.

Meanwhile, Pratiksha already found out about the morning's meeting from Nancy; Siya Rastogi had planned out her career path overseas. Of course, that would be ideal for most models, after all, this path had the most potential, but...Pratiksha was no longer 17 years old. Without enough background support, she couldn't be like a young model and start from the beginning as a fit model. It's not that she was afraid it would be too difficult, but she didn't have much youth left. The next 3 years for her, was critical!

"Pratiksha, what do you plan to do now? Siya Rastogi isn't going to give up on you."

"I...have my plans...Nancy, thank you," Pratiksha thanked her sincerely.

"Pratiksha, this is actually a good opportunity for me to leave you. I know your manager will only get better and better...I am not good enough to stay by your side. You've taught me so much and made me understand a lot of things. Don't worry, we have a confidentiality agreement between us, I will not reveal your business to others. I just hope, in the end, Rastogi can let me go."

Nancy was determined; if she continued to work for Pratiksha, she would only continue to be led by her and not have the opportunity to show off her managerial skills. She was impressed by Pratiksha, but she also had her own goals.

"As you wish," Pratiksha nodded.

"Are we still friends?"

"Of course..." Pratiksha replied calmly.

"My photos...I'll leave them with you; it can serve as a warning for me. Pratiksha, I will keep an eye on you; I'll watch as you leap onto the international stage."

"Nancy, I also wish all the best for you."

Nancy understood she had already completed her mission and it was time for her to retreat. According to Pratiksha's personality, she never held back on her enemies. At the same time, she never made things difficult for her friends. So, of course, she preferred to be her friend.

Pratiksha was well prepared for a battle with Siya Rastogi. On the way to the hotel, Moksh held onto Pratiksha's hand; giving her strength. Pratiksha looked at Moksh and smiled, "No need to worry about me, I'm already used to it...I'm well prepared for a big battle, even if Siya Rastogi is a tough enemy."

"I just care about you..."

"Hubby, there is no need to wait for me tonight. Be a good boy and go home to sleep. You work so hard every day, don't tire yourself out because of me." Pratiksha gripped onto Moksh's hand, "I promise, I won't allow myself to suffer any loss."

"You said it. If Siya Rastogi makes you suffer at all, I will get Khurana's to step in."

Moksh embraced Pratiksha and gently placed a kiss on her forehead. The longer they were a couple, the more he grew to understand her and the more his heart ached for her. She had gone through so much difficulty to go from a caterpillar to a butterfly; the road to revival was not all smooth sailing.

Pratiksha lifted her head and looked at the mole on Moksh's earlobe; that was his mark, one that completely charmed her and made her feel light-headed.

"I will not give you the chance to step in, I've already prepared a present for Siya Rastogi; how dare she dream of being my manager! I'm going to make her have the guts to think it, but no chance to say it..." After all, she was well experienced at tearing apart her enemies.

Moksh looked gently at Pratiksha, at her confident eyes; it seemed he really wouldn't get the chance to step in.

7pm.

Pratiksha arrived at the celebration dinner. At the same time, Payal entered Hotel. As Rastogi's status was limited, they could only invite a few famous people. Even though Pratiksha was the protagonist of tonight's celebration dinner...it was obvious Vikrant only wanted to lure her in. His real intention was to allow Siya Rastogi to step out on the stage.

After Pratiksha got tired of mixing with the guests, she sat down to rest. At this time, she found a waiter and whispered some instructions into his ear; he nodded obediently...

Afterwards, amongst the cheers of everyone, Vikrant walked up the red carpet to the stage.

"Today, apart from celebrating Pratiksha becoming the Asian spokesperson for ISN, we also have an important decision to announce." Vikrant was wearing a handmade brown suit; he looked absolutely handsome on stage, "The role of Rastogi's Artists Director will be taken over by my sister, the top manager, Siya Rastogi. Let's welcome her to the stage to continue telling everyone about the good news."

Siya Rastogi stepped out on the red carpet wearing a long silver dress and a pair of 10cm high high-heeled shoes. She had a proud expression, like a queen, as she looked around. In the end, her gaze focused on Pratiksha.

Her gaze was scheming and sinister with a desire to conquer. Upon seeing her, Pratiksha's eyebrows furrowed slightly...

"Hello everyone, I am Siya Rastogi. From today onwards I will be Rastogi Entertainment's Artists Director. I also have one more important announcement to make..."

Siya Rastogi continued to look at Pratiksha...like a hunter locked on its prey...

"I would like to announce..."

As soon as those words left her mouth, the waiter Pratiksha had instructed earlier, suddenly walked on stage holding a phone and handed it to Siya Rastogi breaking her off mid-sentence. Upon seeing the contents on the phone, she immediately glared at Pratiksha; she was surprised, angry and unwilling to accept what she saw. But, Pratiksha maintained her smile the entire time...for Siya Rastogi, this smile was painful to look at.

"I would like to announce...early next year, we will be creating an amazing new band. We have already invited many superstars to be involved. Everyone keep your eyes peeled."

Vikrant looked at Siya Rastogi confusedly; she was meant to announce she would become Pratiksha's manager...why did she suddenly change her mind?

"Didi...what's wrong? The company already knows you will take over Pratiksha, why are you suddenly like this?"

"Pratiksha!" Siya Rastogi exclaimed as she ground her teeth.

Vikrant turned to look at Pratiksha. She intervened? How did she intervene?

"What did she show you?"