Part 5

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The storm clouds had retreated and the sun was out in full glory when he woke up with a start. It was already eight in the morning and Dipika badly battered the past night was still fast asleep. Harish wanted to wake her up and embrace her in his arms but something stopped him. He cast a long glance at his wife’s body and silently admired her beauty.

Harish took a deep breath and let his thoughts wander. He realised that he led a very sheltered life and earned his daily bread without slogging hard from morn to dusk. His parents were very caring and affectionate; his elder brother shouldered the responsibility of looking after their parents and upkeep of the house. What more could he ask for? He decided to mend his evil ways, and curb the restlessness within……..

Harishji, Harishji! Have you packed the items I told you to in the morning, someone uttered impatiently? Harish looked up and let out a sigh, standing before him was Devyani, his neighbour Mihir’s wife. 

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