THE MASKED DEVIL

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as where I worked, I was an IPS officer. I had no desire to be one but it was my father's dream. When my application to Harvard University was accept

s and would join the Indian Police Service instead. My mother was disappointed. However, my father was overjoyed, and that meant a lot to me. I buried my nose in my

discussing a serious pr

crush, and he's so hot for a thirty-year-old," Kashi said. She was referring to that annoying brat, but she w

said. I scowled at myself and shut the

ce," I replied, gazing at the lovely flowers arranged on my desk i

ied by a note that read, Good morning, darl

d his che

like his ch

obnoxious behaviour. But I don't think he understood. He was still doing his job, which included sending me exotic flowers eve

m to continue,' re

shi's irritated voice brou

ay," I replied, gritting my teeth and hanging up before she could respond, knowing she was going to ask me to give hi

et this over with. I dialled his number,

" he said, his voic

ng to call? Ridiculous

d hot?' my conscien

ted in you, Mr. Singhania. PLEASE STOP DIST

t a woman before. This is different to me. Give me a chance. I will show it to you," he begged. Express

o go out with you but I am not one of them. Please understand!" Why couldn't he put a stop to this non

iggers, but you are not like them. This makes me determined to pursue you until you give me a c

r? After that, if you still don't think we're a good match, I won't bother

e: at the very least, h

You don't find it

asked my conscience insid

, still undecided about accepting his offer. But

you can call me Neil." I could hear a hint of excitement in his voice. I had the impression

now. Bye." I said sharply. "Neil," I hes

on my table after finishing the call when the door to

t case. It was nearly over! Why did you agree to take it when the com

f age. His hawkish nose and defined cheekbones only added to his attractiveness. It's no surprise that all those college girls were milling around in front of our station. But his good looks w

at you were unable to show the commissioner your progress, and I saw no reason to deny the case. Besides, Mr. Arjun Nair, d

going to be great friends, but the man in front of me was the most arrogant and rude

missioner's off

ya Mehra. I never imagined my competitor would be su

ise you that you will soon change your mind about me." And with that

es

e was understandable. I would react similarly if one of my cases was handed over to someone else. But it was an exaggerated reaction because, as I previously stated, he

t now. If you have any problems, please talk with the commis

conduct fieldwork for a high-p

on your leash," he smirked. My temper flared. I wanted to break his nose right th

said, my voice held a warning. I s

ard this morning. You better stop if you don't want to be a goss

or anyone else. Now get the hell away

orning, I bitterly

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her face. She was in a bad mood. I cracked a grin. I was satisfied with anyt

ruin your life

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