The Mafia Boss's Bride

Chapter 21 : Elara's plan got flopped.

Ibrahim couldn't help but smile at her words. His focus is still on the road, "Well, what can I say? You never let me turn off the lights at night, and I can't sleep with the tube lights on. So, I watch you. You look so adorable and peaceful when you're asleep on the sofa."

Ava complained, "Adorable and peaceful? I can't believe you are calling me that. You flirts a lot." 

Ibrahim didn't deny it and asked, "With whom should I flirt if not with my wife?"

Ava's mouth fell open. How can this man flirt with her so casually?

The car came to a halt in front of Ibrahim's guest house. Ava looked at the two-story house. It was in blue and white colour and looking so luxurious. It was evident that no expense had been spared in its construction.

They both stepped out of the car, and Ibrahim inquired with the security guard, "Have Haroon's men arrived yet?"

The security guard replied, "Not yet, but they should be here soon."

Ibrahim nodded and instructed the guard, "Park the car inside."

Ava overheard their conversation and was curious. She asked, "Who is Haroon, and why are his men coming here?"

Ibrahim led Ava into the guest house's elegant hall. The interior was tastefully decorated with plush furnishings and stylish colorful decors. The guest house was so different from Ibrahim's room in the mansion which was decorated with dark colour furnitures.

Ibrahim explained, "Haroon is my business partner, and I have some work to complete today. He will be sending some of his men."

Ava inquired further, "What kind of work do you have?"

Ibrahim took a seat on the sofa, loosening his tie, and playfully remarked, "You're asking questions like a wife."

Ava was a bit taken aback but responded, "I was just curious."

Ibrahim continued with a smirk, "Someone has planted a bug in my office."

Ava turned her head to him, wide-eyed, as she hadn't expected him to discover it so quickly. 

She asked, "Do they know who did it?"

Ibrahim acted like he was thinking about the question and then replied, "Not yet, but whoever did it will face consequences."

Ava felt a lump in her throat, wondering if he knew that she was the one who planted the bug.

Ibrahim asked, "Why she is so nervous?" 

Ava tried to remain composed and replied, "I'm not."

....

In the dark of night, Elara and Michael, along with other members of the police team, were stationed in an inconspicuous car at a distance from Ibrahim's guest house. Their watchful eyes remained glued to the house, silently waiting for any signs of suspicious activity.

Michael turned to Elara and inquired, "Are you sure the information is accurate?"

Elara nodded firmly. "Yes, I heard it with my own ears, Michael."

Concern etched on his face, Michael asked, "Does Ava know about this?"

Elara's face darkened, and she whispered, "No, I couldn't bring myself to tell her. It would be too dangerous for her."

Their hushed conversation was interrupted when they noticed several men entering Ibrahim's guest house and heading toward the car park.

Elara acted swiftly, signaling to his team to fan out and encircle the guest house, minimizing the risk of escape for those involved in the illicit shipment. The police team moved with precision. As they closed in on the guest house, the scene became clearer. Men bustled about, hurriedly transferring crates and packages from one vehicle to another.

Taking the charge, Michael shouted, "Freeze!" 

The men who were in the midst of their illegal activities immediately stopped and raised their hands in surrender. They were now outnumbered and caught off guard by the sudden police presence. The security guard also got tensed. 

The police secured the men, ensuring they were disarmed and unable to pose a threat. Ibrahim and Ava came outside when they heard noises. Ava didn't know anything about this operation. When she saw Elara , she got more surprised. 

Ava asked, " Elara! What are you doing here?"

Elara looked at Ava and told, "You stay from this Ava. And you Ibrahim Rahman...." Elara looked at Ibrahim, "Your game has come to an end. You're under arrest for drug trafficking." 

Ibrahim looked at Elara calmly, "Officer, I have no idea what you're talking about. I've been at my guest house from evening with my wife." 

Elara wasn't deterred. He had been waiting for this moment for a long time. "We have evidence that links you to a significant drug operation. You won't get away with this."

Ava, standing beside Ibrahim, was taken aback by the situation. Are those Haroon's men? Was Ibrahim talking about this work? 

In the midst of the commotion, one of the police officers examining the seized goods made an unexpected discovery. Michael looked at his colleagues and said, "These aren't drugs. It's just a shipment of harmless goods."

Elara's confidence wavered for a moment. He went to Michael, "What are you saying? Check everything." 

One of their co-workers said, "Yes sir, We have checked everything."

Elara stepped back to collect his thoughts. Shit! He have fallen for Ibrahim's plan. It was Ibrahim's plan to embarrass in front of his colleagues. He looked at Ibrahim who was standing there with a smile in his face. Elara lost another chance to save Ava. 

Ibrahim addressed Elara. "Officer, it seems there's been a misunderstanding. These are not drugs. I'm involved in legitimate business activities, and my shipments are regularly inspected."

Ava looked at Ibrahim. How could he say those lies with straight face? Ava shook her head. She still couldn't understand anything what's happening. 

Elara felt a sense of frustration but couldn't do anything more without concrete evidence. He ordered his team to release the suspects. And one by one they all suspects were let go.

Elara clenched his fists in frustration. It was evident that Ibrahim had outsmarted them. His calm demeanor, even under these circumstances, further infuriated Elara. He felt like a pawn in Ibrahim's game, "Ibrahim, we may not have found enough evidence this time, but we'll be watching you closely. This isn't over."

Ibrahim simply smiled and nodded. "Of course, Officer. Feel free to stop by anytime. We have nothing to hide."