Riya stood frozen in the room.
The silence felt heavy.
Arjun Mehra slowly walked around his desk, his sharp eyes locked on her.
"No one talks to me like that," he said coldly.
Riya swallowed.
"I… I didn't mean to offend you, sir."
"Didn't you?" he raised an eyebrow.
Her hands tightened. She knew she messed up.
But something inside her refused to back down.
"With all due respect, sir… respect should go both ways."
For a moment, the air turned electric.
Arjun stared at her—this girl was different.
Not scared. Not fake.
Interesting.
Most people in this office acted like puppets around him.
But not her.
Not Riya Sen.
"Sit," he ordered.
Riya hesitated, then slowly sat down.
Arjun leaned back in his chair.
"Why should I hire you?"
Riya took a deep breath.
"This job matters to me. I'm hardworking, quick learner… and I don't lie to impress."
Arjun smirked slightly.
"That last part… I already noticed."
Riya looked confused.
He pressed a button on the table.
Within seconds, another man entered.
"Cancel all interviews."
Riya's eyes widened.
What?!
Arjun looked directly at her.
"You're hired."
"What?" she almost stood up in shock.
"You heard me."
"But… I just argued with you!"
"Exactly."
He walked closer.
"I need someone who can speak the truth… even if it's against me."
Riya's heartbeat got faster.
This didn't feel normal.
"Starting tomorrow. 9 AM. Don't be late again."
His tone turned serious.
Riya nodded quickly. "Yes, sir."
As she turned to leave—
"Riya."
She stopped.
"Yes?"
Arjun's voice softened… but only slightly.
"Don't disappoint me."
Outside the office, Riya took a deep breath.
"What just happened…"
She got the job.
But something felt… strange.
Meanwhile, inside the room—
Arjun stood near the window.
A faint smile appeared on his lips.
"This girl… is going to change everything."
First day at office… but Arjun starts testing her 😈