CH-38 The New Future

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Aadhya's life had transformed in ways she had never imagined. 

She had found love, happiness, and a sense of completeness with Shourya. 

They had decided to take the next step in their journey together – marriage.

 Plans were in motion, the wedding preparations were underway, and the future seemed brighter than ever.

But just when everything appeared to be falling into place, an unexpected call shattered the tranquility of their world.

 Aadhvik's voice, filled with distress and desperation, crackled through the phone.

 "Aadhya, it's me, Aadhvik. I'm in serious trouble. I need your help."

Aadhya's heart sank as she heard those words. 

She hadn't spoken to Aadhvik in years, and now he was reaching out to her in a moment of dire need. 

Her initial instinct was to reject his plea, to protect the newfound happiness she had built with Shourya. 

But somewhere deep inside, a sense of compassion stirred.

 "Aadhvik, what happened? Why do you need my help?"

Aadhvik went on to recount a harrowing tale.

 He had been living abroad, and his life had taken a tumultuous turn. 

He had fallen in love with a Russian woman who had deceived him, exploiting his trust and leaving him penniless.

 Now, he was on the verge of homelessness, with nowhere to turn.

Aadhya felt a whirlwind of emotions – anger at Aadhvik for his past actions, confusion about how to respond, and a lingering sense of responsibility. 

Despite the pain he had caused her, she couldn't ignore the desperation in his voice.

 "Aadhvik, I need some time to think about this. I'll discuss it with Shourya and get back to you."

As she hung up the phone, a profound dilemma weighed on her. 

On one hand, she had a loving partner, a promising future, and a wedding on the horizon.

 On the other, her past had resurfaced, vulnerable and in need of help.

Aadhya shared the news with Shourya, who listened attentively, understanding the complexity of the situation. 

Together, they faced a decision that could potentially affect the course of their lives.

 "Aadhya, I know this is difficult for you. We should consider helping Aadhvik, but it has to be within our means and not at the expense of our own future."

Aadhya nodded, torn between her past and her present. 

She knew that whatever choice they made would come with consequences, but her compassionate nature couldn't ignore a person in desperate need.

In the days that followed, Aadhya and Shourya carefully evaluated their options. 

They weighed the impact of helping Aadhvik on their wedding plans, financial stability, and emotional well-being. 

It was a decision that would test the strength of their love and their commitment to each other.

As they deliberated, one thing became clear – whatever choice they made, 

it would be a reflection of the compassionate hearts that had brought Aadhya and Shourya together in the first place.

In the end, Aadhya decided to provide some help to Aadhvik, but she did so with a stern message.

 She sent him a meagre amount of 100 rupees, a symbolic gesture that conveyed her refusal to be drawn back into the chaos of his life. 

She couldn't erase the past, but she had built a new future, one she was determined to protect.

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