Two Paths, One Destination

10 visible truth

After a hectic and rushed day at the office, Anshuman decided he needed a break. He called Laksh, into his cabin and told him to come with him at the Midnight Mirage Lounge, a cozy bar not too far from their office. As they drove down the dimly lit streets in Anshuman's sleek black car, the two friends chatted and laughed, basking in each other's company.

They pulled up to the bar, Anshuman turned off the engine and the two men stepped out of the car. The neon sign on the front of the building flickered in the night, casting a soft glow on the bustling street. As they entered the bar, the sound of loud music and lively chatter filled the air. Anshuman and Laksh found a table by the window and ordered their favorite drinks. The hustle and bustle of the busy day slowly melted away as they sat back and relaxed.
Anshuman took a sip of his scotch and sighed contentedly.

"Thanks for coming, Laksh. I really needed this break."

Laksh smiled and clinked his glass against Anshuman's. "Anytime, buddy. You work so hard, you deserve a little downtime."

As they chatted and laughed, the stress of the day faded into the background. Anshuman felt grateful to have a friend like Laksh by his side, someone who understood him in a way that no one else did.

The hours flew by as they enjoyed each other's company, finally laksh spoke "Anshu what's bothering you man tell me," Anshuman took a deep breath and said "Earlier you asked about my wedding right" Laksh nodded" yeah ,so any problem related to that" casually he said "kyu shadi nhi karni hai kya" Anshuman's eyes sparkled  "tujhe kaise pata" Laksh puzzly asked "what seriously, yaar ladki toh acchi hai" in disbelief anshuman said "toh tu karle shadi".

Laksh replied "nah not my type, but why you don't want to get married." Anshuman leaned back in his chair, a contemplative look on his face "you know I'm not at all interested in this shits, waise bhi mujhe apni company ko grow Krna hai toh shadi is not important for me" laksh scoffed "okk i understand Mr.Ceo" , "don't mock laksh" said by Anshuman,

"So what are you going to do just say you are not interested and end it"

"It's not that easy laksh you know my dad right, how stubborn he is" he added "and tujhe yeh bhi pata hai ki main apne dad ka kitna respect karta hu, so I end up saying 'yes' " Laksh questioned "so you can't back off, so plan kya hai tumhara"

Anshuman said "I have a great plan but for that I want you to stick with me" laksh said "I'm in bro, aap ka Hukum sar aankhon per" Anshuman and Laksh raised their glasses, their eyes meeting with a mixture of determination and relief.

In a silent agreement, they clinked their glasses together, said together "for calling off the wedding" *Cheers*....

As the night wore on, the bar began to empty out, leaving Anshuman and Laksh alone at their table, lost in their own world. "We should leave anshu it's too late let me grab a cab for you" said Laksh "It's alright bruh my driver is on the way so hop up with me I'll drop you"

As the car pulled in front of them, they sat and later on laksh droped at his house their Anshuman turned to Laksh with a grin. "Thanks for tonight, buddy," he said. "I needed this more than you know."
Laksh clapped him on the back, a smile tugging at his lips. "Anytime, man. You know I've always got your back. Now, go home before you start getting sentimental on me," he teased.
With that, Anshuman left to his house...

After few minutes ___
Anshuman pov - at Oberoi's mansion-

As the sleek car glided to a stop in front of the majestic gates of Anshuman's mansion, he stepped out, his mind still swirling with the intensity of his conversation with Laksh at the bar. The night air was cool, carrying with it the faint scent of blooming flowers from the sprawling gardens surrounding his estate. Anshuman's footsteps echoed on the cobblestone path as he made his way to the grand entrance, the soft glow of the lights casting long shadows across the perfectly manicured lawn. Behind the imposing wooden doors, a world of luxury and intrigue awaited him, but for now, he paused, the weight of their discussion heavy on his mind.

"Even though After having drinks I am still sober...I guess it's all because of the talk we have ..(slightly laughing at his situation, cause Anshuman is never a heavy drinker) God..I am drained "..

Anshuman started walking through the seating area towards his room upstairs...but a sound of laughing echoed in the cold room . His ears perked up as he heard the faint sound of laughter drifting through the night air. It was a sound so familiar...and he knew who it was... Mr Ishwar Oberoi...

Anshuman - father!! ( He was suspicious of what was happening)

He moved towards the hall and started walking towards his parents  bedroom...and saw the door was slightly opened...

Ishwar Oberoi  - (laughing loudly by holding a glass of champagne in his hand)
Akshita Oberoi - enough dear...it's too much now..not good for ur health..

Ishwar Oberoi - no darling..don't stop me..I am just too happy..

Akshita Oberoi - yeah I know... for the wedding right me too..(smiling lovingly)

Ishwar Oberoi -  ohh my dear kommo ...u know I married you cause u r tooo innocent for this world
( pulling Mrs Oberoi's hand and making her sit beside him )

Akshita Oberoi - what are talking about?

Ishwar Oberoi - Mrs Oberoi.."Remember the Kapoor's old land? It's been abandoned for years.

Akshita : "Yes, what about it?"

Ishwar : "I've been eyeing it for a while. It's prime property. Imagine the possibilities."

Akshita : "But how does that relate to Anshuman's marriage?"

Ishwar : "I convinced them that they could gift it to him as a wedding present and said  It would be a generous gesture."

Akshita: "But that's deceitful! Using his marriage as an excuse to seize someone else's property."

Ishwar: "It's not deceitful if he doesn't know about it. And besides, it's for the family's future."

Akshita: "I don't know, dear. It doesn't sit right with me."

Ishwar : dear don't spoil my mood by speaking laws and orders ....I know it okayyy ( he said tightly gripping on Akshita's wrist)

Akshita : leave ..pls you are hurting me..(tears welled in her eyes)

Ishwar: (letting go of her) then don't teach me what to do... whatever I do is for our kid..(glaring at her) & now let me sleep peacefully ...no more raising this topic  understood...my love!!

(Smirking at her, and akshita nodded her head in fear of getting beaten up)
(He then got up and went towards his bed)

Akshita thought to herself

" noo that's for your benefit, I know you ...but I can't do anything ( crying for her faith) God...pls help both of my children.." she prayed for shazmi & Anshuman...

Didn't know the god heard her or not but Anshuman surely did...
He was frozen by knowing the cruel plans of his father...then he walked towards his room.

At room -
After Taking a heavy shower... Anshuman laid on his bed and thought about all the conversation he had with laksh and the real intention of his father ..

" I have to talk about this with them"

T

hem in his sense was shazmi and laksh....