Chapter 30: Echoes of Masks

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The sprawling resort, adorned in vibrant hues for the upcoming Gopi Mask festival, welcomed guests with an air of festivity. Unbeknownst to each other, two groups, each with their own story, converged upon this lively backdrop.

Akshara, Kairav, and Vansh, eager to immerse themselves in the festivities, embraced the lively atmosphere as they explored the resort. Meanwhile, Abhimanyu and Neil, drawn by the allure of the Gopi Mask festival, found themselves in the same vibrant space.

As Akshara, Kairav, and Vansh soaked in the excitement, Kartik's attempt to reach Akshara heightened his concern when her phone appeared to be switched off. Restlessness etched across his face, Kartik paced nervously, his mind conjuring scenarios of unforeseen events.

Naira, noticing Kartik's unease, approached with a gentle inquiry.

Naira: "Kartik, kya Hua hai? Tum pareshan lag rahe ho. Kuch Hua hai kya."

Kartik, his worry palpable, explained the situation, his voice carrying the weight of a father's concern.

Kartik: "Akshu ka Phone nhi lag raha hai Naira. Uska phone off hai, aur pata nhi mujhe asa kyun lagta hai ki kuch galat ho jayega."

Naira, with a reassuring smile, reassured Kartik.

Naira: "Relax, Kartik. Woh shayad ab tak resort pahuch gaye honge, aur tumhe pata hi hai baache aur inke phone kaise hai. Meri Akshu se baat hui thi thodi der pehele aur usne bataya tha ki use phone ki battery low hai. I'm sure everything is fine."

Kartik, absorbing Naira's calming words, sighed in relief.

Kartik: "You're right Naira. Main naa kuch jyada hi pareshan ho jata hun kabhi kabhi ."

Naira, teasingly, added a touch of lightness to the moment.

Naira: "Kartik, tum bohot acche Papa ho, but tum stress bohot zyada hi lete hi. They're having a good time. Let's enjoy the festival ourselves."

As the trio, Akshara, Kairav, and Vansh, immersed themselves in the lively atmosphere of the resort, the older brothers couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility for their younger sister. The vibrant hues of the Gopi Mask festival provided the perfect backdrop for a heartfelt conversation.

Kairav (smirking): "Akshu, tu bachi hi rahi par, Iska matlab yeh nhi hai kahi bhi akeli bhatak ne lagegi. Tere doo-doo Bade bhai hai tera dhyan rakhne keliye.

Vansh (nodding): "Exactly! Hamein sab pata hona chaiye tere baare mein tu kab kahan hai. Safety first, chotu sister."

Akshara, caught in the crossfire of brotherly protectiveness, couldn't help but roll her eyes.

Akshara: "Come on, guys! I'm not a baby. Main apna dhyan khud rakh Sakti hun."

Kairav (playfully): "We know, but yeh toh hamara kaam hi hai teri China karna . Big bro's duty, you know?"

Vansh (smirking): "And don't think those puppy eyes will work on us. Ham teri Tricks acche se jante hai samjhi."

Akshara, undeterred, decided to play her trump card. She gazed at Kairav with a pair of irresistible puppy eyes, a skill she had mastered over the years.

Akshara (innocently): "But Kairav bhaiya, Mujhe toh bas thoda explore karna tha. Kya mujhe itni bhi azadi nhi mil sakti priye bhratashri?"

Kairav, trying to maintain a stern expression, found himself melting under the influence of those puppy eyes.

Kairav (softening): "Okay, fine. But promise kar hamse ki tu kahin zyada Dur nhi jayegi aur hamein inform karegi kahi Jane se pahale."

Vansh, chuckling at his brother's soft spot for Akshara, joined in.

Vansh: "Yeah, Akshu, no solo adventures. We're a team, remember?"

Akshara, victorious in her little sibling negotiation, grinned.

Akshara: "Deal! Team Goenka it is. Now, let's enjoy the festival together!"

The trio, bound by the unspoken language of sibling camaraderie, ventured into the festivities, ready to create memories that would echo in the corridors of their shared stories.

As Abhimanyu and Neil navigated the vibrant atmosphere of the Gopi Mask festival, Neil, with a grin on his face, couldn't help but express the optimism bubbling within him.

Neil (excitedly): "Bhai, you know, Mujhe naa ek feeling aarhi hai ki kuch accha hine wala hai. Maybe mujhe 'bhabhi' mil jaye iss festival mein"

Abhimanyu, amused by Neil's enthusiasm, chuckled and shook his head.

Abhimanyu: "Bakwas mat kar, Neil. Yeh shaadi aur pyaar jaisi chize mere liye nahi hai. Samjha?"

Neil (teasingly): "Come on, bhai! Don't be so serious. You never know when cupid strikes, aur aapko koi mil jaaye jo aapka nazriya hi badal jaye."

Abhimanyu, maintaining his stoic demeanor, dismissed the idea with a shake of his head.

Abhimanyu: "Main naa yeha bas Gopi Mask Festival keliye hun, yeh pyaar vyaar aur yeh Sab drama keliye nhi hun."

Neil (smirking): "Let's see, bhai. Kabhi-khabhi best chize Tabhi hoti hai jab ham sabse kaam expectations rakhte hai."

As the brothers bantered, the festivities around them continued to unfold, each step bringing them closer to a destiny that might hold more surprises than Abhimanyu anticipated.

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