Chapter 5- Who's he?

"She had cried in silent nights!"

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The moonlight penetrated through the small glass window and splashed its silvery glow in the darkroom, illuminating it a little. It was the only source of light in the small room. Some rays spilled on her worried yet beautiful face and gave her the mesmerizing glow.

She was awake!

Her eyes were fixed on the moon that was peeking through the window. Stars surrounded the glowing object gracefully. It was quiet, just the snores of the little boy sleeping next to her could be heard. The bed shifted a little as he changed his side, removing the duvet from his body in the process. Her hands moved up and covered her brother well in the duvet, not wanting him to get a cold. Her gloomy eyes once again shifted on the moon but her fingers were in his soft locks as she caressed his hair lovingly.

Sleep was miles away from her eyes. Different thoughts were running in her head and above all, today's incident didn't let her sleep.

A wave of shivers ran through her body as she remembered the foreign touch. Every detail came rushing in her mind, the way she's touched, his close proximity, she could still hear his hot breaths. His manly cologne was exotic and above all, his strong grip, she felt helpless as she remembered how firmly he held her.

She had been never touched that way. Few tears escaped her eyes and caressed her cheeks at the reminiscence of the event.

She's scared!

No matter how brave she tried to act, she's still young and innocent.

The incident shook her to the core and made her feel insecure. It was next to impossible for an outsider to come in the dressing room.

She shuddered by the thought of what could possibly happen with her today if Minah didn't come on time.

Her mind couldn't comprehend who's that mysterious person. She knew the staff, they're nice to her but who's the person, she couldn't understand. The touch felt foreign yet intimidating.

The dawn soon came. Her night passed into consideration. Soon the sunlight engulfed the darkness of the night and spread its light everywhere.

Bzzzz!!!

The girl woke up as the alarm clock echoed mercilessly waking her up from her slumber. She didn't know when she slept while crying, probably a while ago. Her body protested getting up but she had responsibilities. Rubbing her puffy eyes, she moved the duvet aside. Her head turned back to look at the little figure, who's still sleeping. The alarm had no effect on her little monster, he's still in his deep slumber.

She decided to let him sleep a little more and did the morning routine. She's an expert till now in doing house chores. After doing the necessary things, she entered her room but her brother was still sleeping.

A smile crept on her lips when she saw how adorable he's looking in his unusual posture. She loved him, more than anything.

Sitting beside his sleeping figure, her fingers caressed his fluffy hair lovingly.

"Get up Gem!" The boy expressed annoyance as he heard her, probably wanting to sleep more.

"Emma, I want to sleep." He whined in his sleepy voice while pulling up the duvet.

She compressed the smile that was coming up on her face as she witnessed his adorable protest but then spoke in a firm tone.

"No, it's time for school. Hurry up."

"Emma, please. " His little voice tried one last time but got her stern look in return.

She loved him with all her heart, but she's strict when it comes to his betterment.

"Okay, I'm up."

"Do your morning routine. I have made your breakfast already."James jumped off the bed on his sister's instructions and went to get ready for school.

The girl made the bed and organized the room. This was the only free time she had to look after her house as she worked till late at night.

Getting into her work attire, she waited for her brother.

" Hurry up Gem, I have to go to the cafe too," Emma spoke as she got the house keys and other things. Her life was hectic, she had many responsibilities at such a young age but she never complained.

"Emma, can I come with you to the cafe please?" James said excitedly as soon as he heard her talking about the cafe.

"NO, you will go with Minah after school. I'll pick you up at night." She didn't want to refuse him but it was going to be a long day and she didn't want him to get exhausted.

"Okay!" he replied sadly. He wanted to help his sister, he knew how hard she's working for him. Seeing his saddened face, Emma felt bad. She never wants him to be sad because of anything.

" What's with that face. I can't take you there Gem. I have lots of work there, and Minah can look after you better."

"I want to be with you Em..." His voice had sorrow.

"I'll try to come back soon and I'll bring my monster ice cream too." She said smiling to lighten his mood.

"Yahoo, I love ice cream," James spoke with happiness glinting all over his face.

" And? " She raised an eyebrow as she inquired playfully.

"I love you too Em." He said giggling and hugged her legs. She bent down and hugged him tightly.

"Don't bother Minah. Be a good boy and I'll be back soon." She spoke before leaving him in his class.

Meanwhile...

"Can you play the recording, please? " Minah asked the operator as they were in the small room surrounded by many screens.

The screen showed the view of the dancing room from yesterday, but nothing was visible. It was dark, only a tall shadow could be seen entering the room as the outside was lit but then nothing.

Emma's heartbeat increased witnessing the unknown man. She felt her body getting chills as she saw the screen, probably reliving it.

"Damn, how can we recognize him like this..." Minah shouted, annoyance visible in her tone. The CCTV records of the dancing room were of no help.

"Are you okay?" Minah asked the younger one as she saw her pale face. Her hand rested on Emma's shoulder trying to calm her down.

"I'm fine," Emma replied, trying her best not to worry her friend.

The door of the small room opened and the person caught their attention.

"Emma, please come to the principal office now. " The lady informed her.

"I'm coming. " She replied and followed the lady after flashing a reassuring smile to Minah.

With heavy steps, she headed towards the principal's office. Emma had no idea why she was being called, she was afraid for her job. This job was very important to her as its money supported her a lot

"Come in!" She entered the room while silently praying.

"Good morning sir! You called me?"Her small voice inquired with slight uneven breathing.

"Oh yes, Miss Emma come, sit please."She sat in front of the old man on one of the leather chairs.

" Your yesterday's performance was amazing." The man spoke with genuine appreciation, he's indeed happy with her work.

She let out a sigh of relief after hearing him. She's lowkey afraid, though she worked her best still life could be cruel at times. It plays you and she knew that very well.

" Our special guest Mr. Kevin Smith really appreciated your work. You've raised our school reputation. We are proud of you." A soft smile crept on her lips as the man continued speaking.

" Thank you, sir. " She said smiling. It was a big thing for her.

"Emma we have another work for you. Mr.Kevin has an important party and he wants to learn to dance from you. You have to go to his house today."

Her smile vanished listening to his sudden declaration. She was left dumbfounded. She loved dancing but teaching a guy was next to impossible for her. She didn't want to do it and that too in his house. She already felt weird around him yesterday. She was strangely intimidated by his strong aura.

"I'm sorry sir but I can't teach him. I- I can't do that. Please send someone else." After collecting herself, she said that in one go to the old man but deep down, she's worried about refusing his orders.

"But he asked for you." The man tried again but couldn't make her agree.

"I'm sorry sir but I can't. I hope you understand. Have a good day." Saying that she left the office.

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"Why isn't she here yet?" Kevin asked his manager whose head was hanging low informing him about his failure.

"S-she refused to come here." His manager, Mr.John replied with visible fear in his voice. Kevin was steady but anger ruled him in the worst way.

"Did you mention me?" His voice was strangely calm yet his face had a dangerous smirk.

"Y-Yes," Mr. John whispered.

"Louder!" Kevin growled with a little annoyance in his voice.

"Yes sir, " Mr.John replied aloud."Still, she's not here..." Kevin whispered as he took a deep sigh. His head leaned back on the headrest of his luxurious office chair, while his mind replayed the scenes from yesterday.

"Leave!" He spoke while eyes still closed.

Kevin always got whatever he wanted, but this was the first time he didn't. He's not familiar with rejections. How could she reject his order? He had been waiting for her but she rejected. It caught his interest more.

Her features were coming in his mind as he was thinking about her. She had intrigued him drastically that she's the only thing on his mind now. Her Sparkly eyes didn't leave his sight, her figure impressed him, and above all her naivety caught his interest to no limits. He loved how fragile she's.

"How come that naive girl denied me, interesting?" Kevin thought as his hands grabbed his car keys from the desk while his mind had something nasty!

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