HEARTS ARRANGED, LOVE DISCOVERED

CHAPTER 27: THE MISSING BRIDE

The Goenka mansion, once filled with laughter and preparations for the grand wedding, was now engulfed in a cloud of anxiety. The missing bride-to-be had cast a dark shadow over the festivities, leaving everyone in a state of despair.

Bade Papa, usually the pillar of strength, was visibly shaken. His usually calm demeanor had given way to restless pacing as he muttered to himself, "Where could she have gone? Why didn't she say anything to anyone? This is not like Aaru."

Kairav, overwhelmed by guilt and anxiety, couldn't help but replay the phone call in his mind. He berated himself for making such a careless mistake, one that had caused unnecessary worry for everyone. He knew that finding his sister was the most important thing now.

Abhi, on the other end of the accidental call, was in a state of shock and disbelief. His heart raced as he tried to process Kairav's words. He had planned to see Aaru today, to be with her in the final moments leading up to their wedding. But now, all he could think about was her safety and well-being.

As Kairav ended the call abruptly, Abhi's mind raced with a thousand questions. He called back repeatedly, but Kairav didn't answer. Abhi's concern for Aaru was evident in his voice as he left voicemail after voicemail, urging Kairav to call back and provide more information.

Back at the Goenka mansion, the family mobilized in a desperate search for Aarohi. They reached out to her friends, coworkers, and acquaintances, hoping for any lead. Each unanswered phone call and every dead-end in their search deepened their fear.

Mimi, Aarohi's beloved great grandmother, sat in her room, clutching a picture of her granddaughter. Tears welled up in her eyes as she whispered prayers, asking for divine protection. "I just hope my baby is safe wherever she is. Durga Maa, please watch over her," she pleaded.

Throughout the house, voices of concern and love mingled with anxiety. The wedding, which was supposed to be a joyous celebration, had been marred by uncertainty and fear. Everyone was united in their determination to bring Aarohi back home safely, but the waiting and not knowing were agonizing.In the midst of this turmoil, one thing was clear: Aarohi was loved deeply by her family and Abhi. Their collective prayers and efforts would not cease until she was found, safe and sound.