Some stories possess an allure, instantly captivating you with the journey of their protagonists and make you revel in their HEA. This is one such story, which is filled with cuteness and intrigue alike.
Nishi Arora is a dreamer with stars in her eyes. After completing her MBA, she lands a job in her dream company, Singhania Enterprises, led by handsome and charming CEO Rishabh Singhania, whom she has a massive crush on. Just before leaving for Mumbai, she hears about his engagement and is heartbroken. Undeterred, she travels to Mumbai to see him in person, only to be late for her very first day at work, capturing Rishabh's attention. Enamored by her, he bends company policies and hires an MBA as his PA to get to know her under the guise of teaching her a lesson in punctuality. But fate intervenes, and their growing proximity is threatened by unknown dangers lurking around, putting their lives at risk. Will they find who is out for their lives and why? Will Rishabh free himself from the clutches of his engagement and give Nishi her HEA? Will they realize how their lives were intertwined years ago?
Rishabh is a perfect mix of swoon and mischievousness, hiding behind the façade of a stern and demanding boss. His grumpy persona sharply contrasts with the loving and loyal friend within, who loves to hang out with his bestie, Abhishek and teases Nishi endlessly, relishing the effect he has on her. The narrative is peppered with myriad cute moments between the two, evoking laughter at the fun he is having at her expense. Nishi’s innocence and funny monologues add to the story’s charm, and her reaction to Rishabh and his pranks is fun to read. Neha skillfully portrays the depth of their emotions, using humor and body language effectively. Their love is powerful, and when faced with challenges, both rise to the occasion to protect the other.
I love a story with well-etched, adorable friends. Abhishek and Kanika, Nishi’s friend, steal the show for me. The banter between the friends is hilarious, as is the epilogue. I am waiting for Abhi and Kanika’s story. A cute, short read, you’re gonna love this.