Starlit bonds💫

"Dil mein chhupa loonga"

Manan's arrival at the Kapadia mansion marked a departure from the usual confident demeanor of Manik, who was often referred to as "Huzur" in the business world for his astute leadership and unwavering professionalism.

However, on this particular evening, an uncharacteristic unease seemed to grip him, casting a shadow over his typically composed persona. As his keen eyes scanned the surroundings with a discerning gaze, as if searching for something elusive.

Nandini noticed Manik's restlessness as the car took a roundabout, prompting her to inquire about his state of mind.

**Nandini:** Manik, kya hua? Why do you seem so lost?

**Manik:** (looking out of the car window) I don't know, Nandini. It's just that, as we drove, it felt like a déjà vu, but I can't place it.

**Nandini:** (placing a comforting hand on his) Maybe it's just a random feeling. We're here for a party, remember?

**Manik:** (sighing) Maybe. But it felt like a flashback, like something from my past.

**Nandini:** (concerned) Flashback? Kaisa flashback?

**Manik:** (rubbing his temples) I don't know, Nandini. It's like a series of images, fragments. I can't make sense of them.

**Nandini:** (softly) Manik, it might be stress or just a passing feeling. Don't let it bother you too much. We're here together, and nothing will go wrong.

**Manik:** (smiling at her reassuring words) I think you are right...I'm just thinking too much , Let's just focus on the party and enjoy the evening.

The car continued its journey, but Manik's lingering unease cast a subtle shadow over the upcoming festivities.

Manik and Nandini made a grand entrance, exuding an air of sophistication. As Manik buttoned his coat with a devilish smirk, he extended a hand to Nandini, and together, they stood like a power couple. Approaching the front door, Manik's eyes fell upon the nameplate, and though he felt an unknown sense of peace, he concealed his emotions behind a stoic expression.

As he approached the grand entrance, an inexplicable sensation overcame him. His heartbeat quickened, and an unsettling familiarity lingered in the air. It was as if the walls of the mansion whispered forgotten secrets. Despite his composed demeanor, Manik felt a magnetic pull, drawing him into the heart of the mansion.

Nandini, standing by his side, noticed the subtle change in Manik's expression. His usually confident demeanor now held a hint of vulnerability. She squeezed his hand reassuringly as they crossed the threshold together. The Kapadia mansion seemed to echo with memories and unspoken emotions.

Meanwhile, within the party, the Kapadia family engaged in conversations and social niceties. Aditya was discussing business prospects with some guests, Aryan was managing the logistics, Roshni and Rohit were handling event coordination, and the twins were mingling with the crowd. Yet, despite the apparent normalcy, an undercurrent of restlessness ran through the family.

Naina, suddenly felt a chill down her spine. Arjun, engaged in a conversation, subtly furrowed his brows, sensing a shift in the atmosphere. Aditya's gaze drifted toward the entrance, and Aryan's attention wavered as an indescribable feeling gripped him. The twins, amidst laughter, exchanged a look that conveyed a shared unease.

As Manik and Nandini stepped further into the mansion, each Kapadia felt a peculiar energy, a presence that transcended the physical realm. The siblings, without exchanging words, shared an unspoken realization - someone integral to their lives had returned. The air crackled with anticipation, and the Kapadia family, in unison, turned their attention toward the entrance, their hearts echoing the same sentiment that someone significant had arrived, someone they had longed for 25 years...