She was just breathing, But He made her live

Part 12

INT. PARIS - DAY

Kartik gathers his courage and turns to Naira, determined to make the call to his parents.

KARTIK
Naira, can you arrange a call for me? I need to speak to my parents.

Naira nods and swiftly arranges for Kartik to connect with his parents. As the call connects, Kartik's heart races with anticipation.

MANISH (over the phone)
Hello? Who is this?

KARTIK
It's me, Papa.

MANISH
Where are you, beta? Come back home immediately. I'll send a car for you, no matter where you are.

Swarna rushes into the room, her eyes filled with worry, and grabs the phone from Manish.

SWARNA
Kartik, where are you? Are you safe? Please, come back home. I can't bear the thought of you being so far away.

Kartik glances at Naira, their eyes locking in a moment of understanding. Naira encourages him to speak the truth.

Kartik hesitates for a moment, then takes a deep breath, ready to reveal the truth.

KARTIK
Papa, I'm in Paris.

Manish and Swarna are taken aback, their voices filled with shock and concern.

MANISH
Paris? How did you get there? Where is Shravan? Is he with you?

Kartik passes the phone to Shravan, who takes it with a deep breath.

SHRAVAN
Uncle, I had a business meeting here in Paris, so Kartik and I came together.

MANISH
Beta, you should have informed us. You're not old enough to go to Paris without your parents' permission.

Kartik tries to calm his father's agitation.

KARTIK
Dad, please calm down. It was a sudden opportunity, and we thought it would be a great experience. We're safe and taking care of ourselves.

Swarna's voice trembles with worry as she asks Kartik for their exact location.

SWARNA
Kartik, where exactly are you? Veer is coming to Paris. Stay where you are.

Kartik glances at Naira, seeking her approval before disclosing their location.

KARTIK (to Naira)
Should I tell them?

Naira nods with conviction, while Shravan and Tanya express concern about the potential consequences.

Kartik reveals the name of the lavish hotel they are staying at in Paris.

KARTIK
We're at the La Résidence Royale . Please don't worry, Mom. We'll keep in touch.

Manish relays the information to Veer, urging him to make immediate arrangements to join them in Paris.

MANISH
Veer, Kartik is in Paris. Make all the necessary arrangements to go there. We need to be with our son.

As the call ends, a mix of apprehension and trust fills the air. Naira reassures Shravan and Tanya, standing firm in her belief that she has placed her trust in the right person.

NAIRA
Trust me, guys. I believe in Kartik. He is the one we can rely on.

INT. LUXURY HOTEL - NIGHT