Trapped by Mr PERFECT. ( Billionaire Edition)

New Day, New Problem

Moli Roy POV

I was sleeping peacefully in my bed after so many days, But I swiftly woke up to the sound of a knock on the main door, I checked my alarm clock and it was showing 6 a.m.

I was half asleep and just like that walk in hallway, thinking about who will be at the door at this odd timings. I was about to open the door, when Nik asked me in her sleepy voice “Who is there, knocking like an i***t .......???”.

I saw my landlord Mr Mishra standing outside the door rubbing his hands impatiently while waiting for a response.

“Hello, Good Morning Mr Mishra. What made you come here at this time..???” I greeted and asked him in my same sleepy tired voice.

“Good Morning, Sorry to bother you girls. But I also came yesterday, you guys were not at home, And even I tried to call you which was indicating the number is out of coverage.” He said in a nervous voice while fixing his shirt collar.

“Okay. Get in Mr Mishra, it seems like you have something really important to tell us.” I said while raising one eyebrow in his direction in my grumpy voice, Nik also entered in the hallway after hearing my conversation with Mr Mishra.

I followed him inside, He went straight to the couch. We both sat on the couch facing him.

While observing him one can see that he looks quite nervous and tensed at this moment as if trying to convey something important.

We sat there for a few minutes without exchanging any words. Finally, Mr Mishra broke the awkward silence in the room and said in low voice “ I am sorry girls.” Which was not audible to me or Nik, we looked at each other and Nik gives a questioning look to our old landlord who is possible in his late 50s with a bloated tummy, grey hairs and Wrinkled face but gentle features.

He shifted in his seat trying to find some comfort for himself, but what he was about to say can’t make him comfortable anymore especially not in front of girls sitting facing him.

“Sorry girls, I am sorry.” This time he said it a little bit louder than earlier and bowed down his head in shame. 

I was confused for what reason he’s saying sorry to us, we are living here from past one year and he was a kind of man who treated us in a good manner. But now morning hours, looking nervous, saying sorry doesn’t make any sense to them.

“Sorry for what Mr Mishra.” This time Nik asked frowning towards him.

“ I didn’t mean to do it, but it happens all of sudden. Because of my son’s gambling habit, he owes a huge amount to some Goons. Now I need to pay his debts as they are treating me and my wife for the money. So I have sold this building for money.” He said in a broken voice.

“We are very sorry Mr Mishra, I don’t think you deserve this,” I said in low tone trying to comfort him a little. 

“I know, But now I can't do anything for it. The main thing is that the new owner wants to reconstruct this building and construction work will start from tomorrow onwards. So you guys have to empty this place by this afternoon.” He said looking down to his sweaty hands, he was a good old man but his son is just a piece of trash, who always trouble his parents at this age.

“ But how will we get another place in such a hurry, That too in a place like Mumbai,” I said massaging my temples, One problem does not end and now one new problem, it seems like my life is all about suffering.

“I am sorry girls, but don’t worry I asked one of my friend about a place where you can stay comfortably, which is in your budget too.” He said it with a small smile.

“ Thanks, Mr Mishra to think about us even in such difficult times,” I responded with a small nod.

“ I wish I had daughters like you girls, So maybe I wouldn't be stuck in any of this at my age.” He said a low broken voice.

“ Don’t worry you still have us, we both are going to visit you every month,” I said with a toothy smile to ease tension in the room.

He smiled a little and nodded with “Okay thanks, you know you both are always welcome my wife loves both of you.” 

Mr Mishra gives us a number of his friend Mr Rana and told us to call him, he will share the location and other details on call. Then he left our apartment after giving a small pat on both of our heads ( In India patting on the head indicates elders blessing for youngers). 

I don't have to go to the office today due to weekends, but Nik has to go because she will probably have her fashion show next weekend. She had to leave after eleven o'clock, so we both started packing. So that we can move out of here before noon.

As we didn't have many things to pack, it only takes two hours, Everything was easily packed in five boxes. Clothes, accessories and makeup in one box and other things separately in other boxes.

Now it’s 9 o’clock and we were craving for a good coffee. Who will not have a headache in this condition, we both were exhausted as it’s hard for us to move out from a place like this, after all, We have a lot of memories here. But we can not do or say anything, as Me Mishra is also in big trouble. We headed out after taking shower to grab coffee and breakfast from one of the famous cafe that is Birdsong organic cafe which is only 15 minutes away from our flat.

I ordered my usual cappuccino, chocolate Eclair and veggie pizza, Nik ordered her favourite cafe latte and aglio olio pasta. Waiting for the food to be served, we called Mr Rana to know about the place Where we have to live from now.

Mr Rana answered in the first ring, I greeted him with my usual happy tone and he greeted me back with the same energy, He seems a good person the same as Mr Mishra.

He sent me the location and exact address of our new destination in Panvel West in Navi Mumbai and told us that we can move in today onwards. By his voice, I can say that he’s of the same age as Mr Mishra.

By the time I finished the call. The food was served hot on the table, Looking immensely tempting. We were so hungry that we finished everything within twenty minutes. After paying for breakfast we get back to our apartment and it was already 11 o’clock, I booked a cab, And with the help of Nik, arranged all the packed stuff in the cab. And Nik also left for her work. The driver has already asked for extra money due to more stuff and distance which is thrice the normal price but that is okay with me, as I have to travel all alone and it’s hard to find a cab for that much distance.

It takes 1 hr and 20 min to reached Rana residence building in Pavel west Navi Mumbai, Mr Rana was waiting in the Reception area of the building. He greeted me with a warm smile “Hello, Good afternoon miss.” and ask guards to take all the boxes in my new apartment which is on the third floor.

“Good afternoon Sir. I am Moli Roy and Nik will be here in the evening.” I Said with my usual bright smile.

“ So Moli feel yourself home, as it is your new home and you can call me uncle, Okay Dear.” Mr Rana said patting my head as if, I’m a little girl.

“Okay Uncle,” I said with a toothy smile feeling excited to see my new apartment.

“ Now take rest and feel free to call me in an urgency, Bye Moli.” Mr Rana said handing over me the keys of my new apartment.

I was completely dazzled as it was fully furnished two BHK flat. And it’s good that I can choose my favourite room Because I came first and nick is still in office.

Both rooms were similar to the joint balcony, In a way, it is brilliant as we don't have to fight with each other for our favourite room. It was nearly four in the evening and I started unpacking my luggage and boxes. I arranged my clothes in a closet and a few other important things in my room. Now this place looks alive. I did not have to do much cleaning because it was already neat and tidy with no traces of dust. 

I arranged all books in bookshelf in the hall. When I was done with my room and hall, I arranged Niks room to, It took roughly two hours to unpack and rearrange everything. Thank god I ate something while on the way, Otherwise, I go crazy with hunger.

It is seven in the evening as I was waiting for my one and only friend Nik to come back with groceries I asked her to shop for our new apartment. I was thinking that this apartment is modern and elegant, not that small but cosy with light blue and white walls, black furniture complimenting everything all together. Hall consists of a round coffee table with a black comfy couch and Led on the wall facing vouch, book self in left. The kitchen was also well furnished with refrigerator all in black, a kitchen counter with two sitting arrangements. And mine as well as Niks room both with a blue black comfy bed, study table, small closet and nightstand. The balcony has a garden view and I have to go shopping with Nik to purchase pots, lights, couch and plants for the balcony. 

I was exhilarated that I didn’t even notice running doorbell. At the same time, I saw a call from Nik and I picked it up I hurry.

“ i***t Moo stop daydreaming and open the damn door my hands start hurting because of grocery bags.” She said in irritated voice gasping for air.

I opened the door and said sorry to her, she’s the only one who exactly knew what I am doing and this time also, She was right as I was engaged in daydreaming thinking about how to decorate my new balcony.

“You did all the work alone.” She asked me for her mouth wide open due to shock.

“Yes, My Sweet. I had no work today and so I decided to do everything on my own to surprise you.” I said in a sweet proud voice blinking my eyes towards her.

She laughs on my small eyes blinking act trying to be cute and hugged me tightly for no reason. I took the bags from her hands and settled everything properly in the kitchen.

“So how was your day...???, Designed something new or not,” I asked her trying to know more about her day, as she's working hard for this upcoming fashion show.

“Yeah, My Boss was fond of with my work. And he also announced his new profitable deal with Miller group, we are also going to design for our international clients with their Miller’s fashion line, and it is a huge opportunity to me Moo. If this upcoming show will be successful, then I will also get the international client as well as a chance to go to Paris.” She said in a peppy and energetic tone.

“Wow, sweet that’s great. You will be going to achieve all this.” I said with beaming face, giving her bone-crushing hug.

“ Yes Moo, Now common let’s watch a good horror movie and order some pizza.” She said jumping up and down on the couch.

We were sitting on the couch and watching our favourite horror movie “The Nun” on Netflix, with popcorn and soft drinks in our hands. At the time of scariest scene of the Nun, Immediately the doorbell rang and both of us were terrified holding each other for a while. Then I got up and opened the door to get pizza from the delivery boy. We both laughed in unison. We get scared easily, yet both of us love watching horror movies.

While having pizza, we were talking about random pieces of stuff, when I got a text from an unknown private number.

“Hello, missed me ??????.” text from an unknown number with winking emoji.

May be If my life were normal, I would probably ask for the identity of that person, but right now no, I am not in the mood to bother myself or Nik anymore. This kind of text special from unknown numbers only creeps me out.

I already had a rough time and today also, we got a new place to stay but on what condition, Mr Mishra was suffering but he still manages to get us in a good place.

It’s really hard for me to not feel sorry, sometimes for myself or sometimes for others. I want to do lots of things but how...???? 

I don’t know how to get rid of this feeling, It keeps on indicating that something will happen again soon. And this text-only triggered this feeling inside me. 

It’s funny how a few simple events can change the way you were feeling before. One moment you are excited and happy, and the other moment all you feel is scared and hollow.

“Hey, Is everything alright...???? Did something happen again?” Nik asked slightly shaking me out from my thoughts.

“All good, just need some rest Nik,” I said forcing a smile, I know she knows me well but still I can’t let her know about it, not know first I need to make sure that I am not in trouble.

I hug her and left for my room before she asks me anything else. And all she able to say is “ Good night Moo. Don’t worry, I am always here for you, okay”. She does not know but I was much calmer after hearing her words, And guess what now I can get some sleep in my new apartment, a new room and on my new cosy bed.