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Chapter 6: google

Back to the day when Anirudh & Vasudha met for the first time

As Anirudh navigated through the quiet streets on his drive back home, his mind was anything but still. The echoes of his meeting with Vasudha resonated within him, creating a symphony of thoughts that played softly in the background of his consciousness.

The enchanting image of Vasudha lingered in his thoughts like the fragrance of a blooming flower, innocent and cultured. The way she carried herself, the grace in her gestures — all these qualities had left an indelible mark on Anirudh's mind. He couldn't help but marvel at the simplicity and authenticity that defined her.

As the car hummed along the familiar route, Anirudh found himself contemplating Vasudha's safety. The realization that she had been living alone tugged at his sense of responsibility. A subtle concern for her well-being bloomed within him, a testament to the seeds of care that had sprouted in the brief span of their meeting. He decided to talk to his Dadi about the same as soon as he reaches home.

Amidst these musings, Anirudh's thoughts meandered towards the notion of marriage. It struck him how, until just 24 hours ago, the idea had felt distant, foreign even. Yet, the universe had orchestrated a serendipitous encounter that altered his perception in ways he hadn't anticipated.

Vasudha, with her presence, had transformed the abstract concept of marriage into something tangible, something real. Anirudh found himself smiling at the irony of it all — how the very idea that seemed elusive had manifested itself in the form of a person.

In the solitude of the car, Anirudh acknowledged a profound realization: that Vasudha was all that he needed, a missing piece he hadn't known was absent. Her simplicity, her cultured demeanor, and the warmth he felt in her company had unveiled a depth of connection he hadn't known existed.

The car rolled on, the journey paralleling the introspective voyage within Anirudh's mind. The streets illuminated by streetlights seemed to echo the soft hum of his thoughts. Vasudha's laughter, her expressions, the way her eyes sparkled — all these moments danced in the canvas of his memory.

Anirudh couldn't help but marvel at the transformative power of a chance meeting. As the car approached home, he carried with him not just the physical distance covered but the emotional distance traversed in the realm of his thoughts. The smile on his face was a silent acknowledgment of a newfound awareness, a recognition that life had unfolded a chapter he hadn't anticipated but was now eager to embrace.

Later that night as Anirudh retired to his room, a quiet determination settled within him. The question lingered in his mind, echoing through the silence of the room — how could he be the reason for Vasudha's happiness? It wasn't merely about conforming to societal expectations; he wanted to go beyond that. He wanted to understand Vasudha's desires, her dreams, and become the person who could contribute to her joy.

Anirudh did acknowledge the importance of respect as his mom told him but he still felt a lingering desire for something more personal. He wanted to be more than just a part of Vasudha's family; he wanted to be a significant presence in her life. This newfound realization marked a subtle shift in his perspective — a shift towards embracing a degree of selfishness, a longing to have Vasudha not just as a daughter-in-law but as his wife.

As he contemplated the changes he could make, Anirudh understood that being the best husband for Vasudha involved more than grand gestures. It required a willingness to adapt, to listen, and to understand her needs and aspirations. He wanted to be the man who actively participated in her journey, supporting her dreams and contributing to her joy.

Realising that he has no one to go to with his questions on what to do to make your wife happy, he turned to google!

Making a note of everything he wants to do for her, he wonders how he'd ask to meet her again and soon he fell into a deep slumber dreaming of Vasudha!