Chapter-2
Author's POV
May, 2023.
Bengaluru, Karnataka.
The cosy living room was filled with the comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee. There stood a loving couple - Sarojini and Raman Yadav.
Wrinkles of wisdom adorned their faces. It was a testament to a life well lived.
However, their expressions now were a mixture of pride and bittersweet. It's because they were bidding farewell to their beloved granddaughter - Parul Yadav.
The morning sun streamed through the lace curtains, casting a warm glow in the room.
Parul's luggage sat by the door, packed with essentials for her new journey.
Raman Yadav looked at his dear granddaughter Parul with a touch of hurt in his eyes. Gently clasping Parul's hand, his grip filled with both strength and tenderness, he placed a soft kiss on the smooth of her palm.
Sarojini stood close by, her arms embracing Parul in a comforting hug.
As they stood in the doorway, the outside world seemed to hold its breath, as if acknowledging the significance of this moment, as if dragging the time so that they feel the time itself slowing down for them.
" Sona...you have to take care of yourself kandha (baby)" Sarojini's voice trembled as she whispered the words of love.
" And.. don't worry about us... Sameer is here to take care of us" she assured even before Parul opened her mouth to speak.
" Okay, ammamma (grandma) I'll be fine. I have Aditi and Rao uncle to look after me....okay!" Parul spoke, her soft voice brought assurance to the old couple.
" Don't forget to call us daily Sona...don't forget to eat all three meals..and..don't roam around alone, take Aditi or Rao with you...don't---" Raman's voice, filled with wisdom and care.
Parul cut short him in the mid and cupped his cheeks.
" Thatha ( Grandpa) I remember everything. I am Mr. Raman Yadav and Mrs. Sarojini Raman Yadav's one and only granddaughter... Sri nope Kumari (Miss) Parul Yadav" She looked at him with an exaggerated expression. Both the couples smiled at her exaggerated introduction.
" It's getting late. You will miss the train Sona didi (sis)" Sameer said earning her attention.
She looked at the young man in his late twenties and nodded her head.
" Sameer... take care of them." she held his hands in hers and he squeezed them, assuringly.
She smiled as he did that.
" Okay ammamma, thatha (grandma and grandpa) bye...
I love you guys a lot and you know that. I will miss you guys so much..." She waved her hands, hugging them once more.
They exchanged one last embrace, holding each other tightly, etching this moment into their hearts.
Touching their feet, she sought their blessings. As they blessed her, she walked towards the car and settled inside.
She turned back to see her grandparents standing there, their love shining like a beacon.
" Sameer, I'll call you once I get on the train. Bubye Ammamma, Thatha..bye Sameer." with a final wave and teary smile, she bid them goodbye.
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Burning Hearts
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