Few Days Later,
It was a one year Anniversary of Cafe " Valley Brew", Karishma and Shivani poured their hearts and souls into the celebrations, surrounded by friends and locals..
The Cafe was alive with laughter and music as people were busy with eating and drinking while gossiping over various topics, the smell of freshly brewed coffee and baked goods was filling the air.
The Cafe was adorned with colourful streamers and fairy lights, exuding warmth and charm that drew the locals and visitors alike.
Karishma's eyes sparkled as she mingled with the guests, recalling how she was loved and welcomed by the locals and how she became a prominent part of the community within no time but under all the fun, Karishma wasn't feeling the peace she was longing for, even after 2 years, she couldn't shake off the memories of Haseena making her feel a bit blue..
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Meanwhile in Lucknow,
Haseena was in a high level meeting with the DSP and other senior officials including Chandramukhi Chautala.
As she presented her findings on a new drug cartel that had been making waves in the region, she was determined to dismantle the cartel and bring justice to the victims of its Illegal activities..
HM: Jaisa ki aap log jaante hain, ye drug mafia school aur college going children ko zyada Target karte hain, islie hume inhe rokna aur zaroori ho jata hai kyuki ye sirf illegal drugs ki smuggling nahi kar rahe, ye humare desh ki poori ek generation ko barbaad kar rahe hain.....
CH : I totally agree with Miss.Mallik, ye log desh ko andar se khokhla kar rahe hain aur ye Narco terrorism se Jo Paisa ikkatha hota hai ye log isko fir weapons khareedne mein istemaal karte hain..toh hume ispar kadi karyawaahi toh karni hogi aur aisi karyawahi ki agli baar jab bhi ye iss tarah ka kaam karne ke baare mei soche bhi toh dar ke maare na kar paaye?? Any other information Officer Mallik?
HM: Yes Maddam, humne aur humari team ne pata kia about the potential places jaha se ye drugs India mei supply ho sakte hain toh hume pata chala ye mainly Punjab border aur Nepal border ke through India mei smuggle kiye jaate hain and as we all know that Punjab borders ko toh already seal kar rakha hai toh ye log drones ka use kar ke aise packets ko India mei smuggle karte hain..
Magar filhaal ye control mein hai, all thanks to the Indian Army but humara focus iss samay Nepal border se smuggle kie jaane Wale drugs pe hona chaiye..
DSP: Magar Miss. Mallik, Nepal humare sabse trusted neighbour mei se ek hai India aur Nepal ka " Roti aur Beti ka rishta hai"
HM: Ji sir aur isi ache relations ka fayda utha ke ye drug mafia apna kaala dhandha chala rahe hain, aur ye baat toh har koi jaanta hai ki Nepal aur India ke beech travel karne mei na apko kisi visa ki zarurat hai na hi kisi permission ki, you can just walk around the two countries aur ye log iss baat ko acche se jaante hain islie ye log Uttrakhand ke Pithoragarh wale raaste se India mei enter karte hain, taaki kisi ko Shaq na ho and because Nepali and Pahadi bhasha bohot had tak same hi hai toh ye log bade easily locals mei ghul mil jaate hain..
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As Karishma shared laughter and memories with her cafe patrons, Haseena engaged in a fierce discussion with her colleagues, mapping out plans to infiltrate the drug cartel and gather crucial intel that would lead to its downfall. The clock ticked ominously in both scenarios, marking the passage of time in two parallel worlds with their own sets of challenges and triumphs.
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As the evening progressed, celebration reached its peak, with live music, delectable treats, and a sense of camaraderie that filled the air. The cafe echoed with joy and friendship, a testament to Karishma and Shivani's hard work and dedication in creating a welcoming space for the community to gather and connect.
Shivani took over the podium placed over the small stage,she clincked the glass of wine to have everyone's attention..
As a result all the ears were now focused on Shivani....
SP: Hello Ladies and Gentlemen..I am sorry to interrupt you at such a lively party but I promise I won't take more than 5 minutes..
So as you all know me , Hi!! I am Shivani Pawar, owner of "Cafe Valley Brew" so on the occasion of its One year anniversary I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to one and all present here..
So first things first, thank you all for joining us today on our special occasion..
I cannot express how blessed I feel rn, to have such lovely people around...
So thank you all, aap sab ne Cafe Valley Brew ko jitna pyaar diya uske liye, aap logo ke bina ye possible na hota, chahe fir wo Miss.Becky ke daily " Iced Americano" ke orders hote ya Mr.Shivaan ke "Centre Filled Strawberry Donuts" ke,fir chahe wo humari sabse choti member Rishika ke favourite Almond cookies ho ya humare sabse aged member Bubu(dadu) Jeet Singh ke unending Chai Ke Orders, I cannot express my gratitude to you all..
And sabse zyada thanks mai karna chahungi apni sabse azeez dost aur business partner, aap sab ki favourite Karishma Singh ka.. inke support ke bina shayad cafe Valley Brew ek sapna hi reh jaata, the way she has always supported me in this journey and the way she has trusted me with food and menu, "khair!! uske alawa unke paas koi option nahi tha kyuki ye bohot ki kharab cook hain"
All including KS laugh at the remark made by Shivani..
SP: But seriously Thank You Karishma for all the support and trust that you put on me, for being the best business partner anyone could ever ask for and sabse zyada, thanks for being my best friend and making my life a much better place, "I Hate You Bro"..
KS gave a flying kiss to SP,"I Hate You More "
SP( rolled her eyes): Toh ab, iss se pehle aap log mereko tamatar fek ke maaro, I am officially done with the speech and now i present to you aap sab ki favourite, Jageshwar Ki Jaan,humari in house sasti Sunidhi Chauhan "Karishma Singh"...
Jo Aaj iss special occasion pe hum sab ke liye apni Sangeet ki kala ka pradarshan karengi..
So over to you Miss.Singh but usse pehle
"Let me raise the toast to Cafe Valley Brew"
All in Unison,"Cheers"🥳🥳🍷
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In contrast, Haseena's meeting continued late into the night, with strategies being devised, resources being allocated, and risks being weighed carefully. The gravity of the mission weighed on Haseena's shoulders, but she remained steadfast in her resolve to bring down the cartel and uphold the principles she believed in.
CH: Miss Mallik, iss drug cartel ko trace kar ke khatam karne ki zimmedari apki hai, apko jo bhi requirements hain wo sab apko provide Kia jayega..
Aap aur apki poori MPT ki team ko ye case allocate Kia jaata hai..
Humare kuch Resources hai jo Uttrakhand mei kaam kar rahe hain, they will get in touch with you and will help you navigate through the case..
HM: Sure Ma'am, thank you for your support, I will not disappoint you
CH: Good, toh aap apni packing kar lijiye aap kal sham ki flight se Uttrakhand jayengi jaha apko pick karne ke liye hum apne ek resource ko bhej denge..aur baaki apki team bhi kuch dino mei apko wahi report karegi, am I Clear??
HM: Yes Ma'am..
CH keeps both her hand on HM's shoulder," Good Luck for the mission champ, ab hum mission khatam hone ke baad milenge and I hope Iss baar aap apni galti sudhar lengi Officer"..
CH winks at her, leaving HM totally confused with her thoughts..
HM just salutes all the Officers and moves out of the conference room, totally confused by CH's last words...
She reached the parking spot while still struggling with her thoughts, she half mindedly took out the keys of the Jeep and sat in the Jeep when a sudden epiphany hit her..
HM couldn't help but feel a gush of hope run all through her body, her heart beats became fast, her breath became short.
She quickly reached out to her wallet and pulled out a passport size photo of KS, her eyes brimmed with unshed tears of Joy and yearning,she clutched the photo of KS near her heart , she closed her eyes rested her head on the headrest of the car as she fidgeted with the ring that she was wearing, trying to feel the essence of KS..
She placed a long deep kiss on the ring
As few drops of tears made their way out through her eyes to her cheeks..
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Meanwhile in Cafe Valley Brew, KS was all set with her guitar and mic ready to sing the song...
KS took a deep breath, closed her eyes and all she could remember was the moments of love and happiness she shared with HM as she started to sing..
Will you ever come find me
Will you ever come find me
Will you ever be mine
Need you now, oh hold me closer
Need you now, oh hold me closer
Stop the wheels of time
When I close my eyes
You're here by my side
Oh when I close my eyes
You're here by my side
All I ever really need is your love
Nothing I could say would ever be enough
Stay a little longer with me, baby!
Won't you stay a little longer with me
Stay a little longer with me, baby!
Won't you stay a little longer with me
The music wove a bittersweet melody that tugged at her heart string, a reminder of the love that still lingered in her heart despite all the hurt and pain that she suffered..
I've been waiting for something new
I've been waiting for something new
Now I know it's for you...
The silver lining to my dark cloud
The silver lining to my dark cloud
Truth in this world of doubt
On the Other hand, Haseena was still sitting in the parking of the Headquarters while reminiscing the sweet memories of KS , while continuously thanking God for another ray of hope to find KS..
Now that I have you
Don't let me go
Now that I have you
Don't let me go
Oh I know that time to leave has come
I'm not ready for this moment to be done
Stay a little longer with me, baby!
Won't you stay a little longer with me?
Stay a little longer with me, baby!
Won't you stay a little longer with me?
Ho...
Across the miles, their souls connected in a silent echo of longing and regrets, with yearning and hope and a possibility
Won't let go, cannot ever let go
The light of your memories
Won't let go, cannot ever let go
Every joy, every misery (x2)
Oh ho, what's this feeling?
It's just so true
Cross the seven seas
Give my life for you
There is nothing that I wouldn't do
As the night wore on Haseena and Karishma, found solace in their memories, the echoes of past love intertwining with the present moments of celebration and duty..
Stay a little longer with me baby
Won't you stay a little longer with me baby
Please stay a little longer with me baby
Won't you stay a little longer with me...
Don't ever leave me now
Don't you please?
Stay a little longer with me baby
Won't you stay?
Need you here... with me...
As KS ended her song, all the guests burst into clapping, praising KS for such a lovely performance and KS couldn't help but be greatful to such a lovely audience..
Haseena's trance was broken by the continuous ringing of her phone..
HM quickly wiped her tears ," Hello, Haan Ammi, raste mei hain aa re hain 10 minute mei pahunch jayenge", she quickly hung up the call and safely kept left towards her home..
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A/N: Okay so this is it for today's part and I hope you guys liked it and if you did then vote this up and don't forget to comment your views down below...
And I shall see you in the next chapter..
Tab tak ke liye, keep loving and keep reading
Love,
Simran ♥️