Episode 1 (First part)

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There are some places where love is guaranteed to bloom, just like Dehradun - a small, beautiful town. There's a sense of belonging here, where students from boarding schools, academy cadets, and the locals all nurture their dreams, big and small, making this place truly special.

Hey everyone, I go by the name Bunny.

Today, I'll tell you the story of a simple, well-organized, and promising young man named Sid, who is completing his training at an academy in Dehradun. Sid is a disciplined boy, and going against rules is not part of his nature, yet there was one mistake he made regularly.

The scene at the academy training is vibrant and lively. Everyone is up early in the morning, exercising and chatting, except for one cadet, who is missing. They say he will be in trouble with the instructor for being late again.

After leaving the academy, we head towards a lake where a small tea stall awaits. It's a beautiful morning during the winter season, with a gentle and cold breeze sweeping the slightly foggy road. A cadet boy stands beside his bullet bike, enjoying a cup of tea from the stall. The morning chill brings a tender closeness, prompting everyone to find warmth around the fire that is burning on the roadside. Amidst the harmony of nature, our cadet hero, Sid, stands apart, donning sunglasses to shield himself from the sunlight and perhaps, to conceal the emotions in his eyes.

He glances towards a group of 12th-grade boys sitting there in their school uniforms, munching on snacks while sipping tea. The chilly weather had caused their hands to rub together for warmth. Our cadet, Sid, wearing sunglasses, observes the students from a distance, lost in thought. Sid is captivated by the sight of the one student, but there is a longing in his gaze. His heart flutters as he contemplates whether to approach the boy he was observing so intently.

Before Sid can gather the courage to make a move, the group of students decides to leave, their laughter fading like sweet melodies carried by the wind.

In the enchanting afternoon glow, Shubham, a young and spirited soul, arrives home to find the house unusually quiet. His heart guides him to the terrace, where he believes his family might be enjoying the warmth of the sun on this chilly day. He casually tosses his school bag aside and heads straight to the terrace. There, he stumbles upon a wedding invitation card, and excitement fills his heart as he jumps with joy.

Mumma, Naina Didi's wedding is happening, right?" Shubham can hardly contain his curiosity. His mother nods, her eyes twinkling with joy. "Yes, dear. We received the invitation today". "But wait," Shubham says, "Didn't Didi have a boyfriend, Pilot? Are they getting married?" His sister, lying on the terrace, chuckles and replies, "Oh, no, Shubham. Didi's wedding is not with Pilot, there's a Halwai from Lucknow. The guy's family runs a big sweets business, and now their son is managing it. They are quite well-off."

Shubham's mind is brimming with questions. "What about Pilot, then?" he inquires. His sister, with a hint of wisdom, replies, "Sometimes, love stories don't have a fairytale ending. College ended, and so did their love. As they sit together, Mother shares stories of how she was raised in the city and had similar thinking as your elder sider, but later she got married to someone chosen by their parents, Shubham's father. She admits, "I didn't think much; I just went with it. Some people in the city knew your dad, and he had a good family and business. So, they arranged the marriage, and here we are, together for 24 years. We've seen so much, experienced so much change, and had our fair share of arguments, but your dad's love has never waned."

Shubham asks, "But, Mom, how can one be sure that true love will come just like that?" His mother smiles tenderly and replies, "My dear, life doesn't come with guarantees, and love is a beautiful enigma. It's not something you can predict or force. Instead, it's about cherishing the journey, building trust, and being devoted to nurturing the bonds you hold dear."

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