Sumellika Short Stories

1. Beautiful Revenge (part 21)

Hello ! Welcome to part 21...

Raghav gracefully descended the wooden staircase from his bedroom balcony, leading to a picturesque garden gym room. The room was filled with the sweet scent of nature, creating a serene atmosphere perfect for a refreshing workout.

To his delightful surprise, as he entered the room, he spotted Siya sitting in a peaceful meditation. Her presence added a touch of tranquility to the already enchanting surroundings. Drawn to her peaceful presence, Raghav approached with gentle steps and knelt down beside her. A tender smile spread across his face as he observed her, appreciating the sight of her at peace. Yet, amidst the stillness, he noticed a few delicate strands of hair gently caressing her face, dancing in the breeze.

Unable to resist the urge, without disturbing her serenity, Raghav reached out with a tender touch, gently lifting his hand to brush the strands away from her face and as his touch graced her skin, she stirred, her eyes, like two sparkling pools of tranquility , opened and she met Raghav's gaze with a mixture of surprise and warmth.

"Whoa! Crazy doctor," Raghav said, a hint of surprise and delight in his voice, "I didn't know you were interested in yoga as well."

Siya nodded, with a warm smile. "Yes. Yoga has been an integral part of my life. It helps me find inner peace and stay focused amidst life's chaos."

Raghav nodded before moving to another side of the room to start his workout. As he glanced at his reflection in the large mirror, he caught a glimpse of Siya behind him, attempting an intriguing pose.

"Hey! What are you doing?" he asked, turning towards her.

Siya replied calmly, "Shirsasana !"

Raghav : "What ? Shir..."

Siya : "Headstand"

His surprise evident, Raghav cautioned, "You learnt to perform headstand too. Relax , take it easy otherwise you would fall and what if you break your neck ? Performing a headstand requires concentration and practice."

With a sense of calm confidence, Siya assured him, "I have been practicing yoga for a long time now. I have both concentration and practice."

Raghav : "Really ?"

Siya, maintaining her poise and composure even while upside down, calmly replied, "Yes. Regular yoga practice not only benefits the body but also nurtures the mind and soul. It allows me to focus better, reducing distractions and improving my ability to concentrate on the task at hand. It's a beautiful journey of self-discovery and inner growth. You don't need to worry about me because I don't get distracted so easily."

Raghav : "Hm... Good. Impressive !"

He walked closer to her, picked up a water bottle kept nearby, and took a refreshing sip contemplating his next move.

Raghav : "(in mind : Let's see how good her concentration is.)"

He raises the bottle and pours the water over himself , in a daring move, he playfully shook his head, allowing a few droplets of water to fall over Siya's face while also showering himself.

The unexpected sensation caused Siya to open her eyes in surprise, momentarily losing her balance in the process. Her eyes widened in astonishment at the sight of Raghav drenched in water and his playful expression. For a fleeting moment, she seemed flustered, but then she immediately looked away composing herself , focusing on getting back into her headstand determined to regain her calm and concentration. She steadied herself and resumed her pose with poise, ignoring the distraction.