𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐘 𝐅𝐀𝐓𝐄 ✅

Chapter 20 : Reality of Realisation

Ayaan stood there, his tears flowing freely, his entire being consumed by heartbreak and despair. Ravee rushed to his side, wrapping him in a tight embrace, offering whatever solace he could to his devastated brother.

Mr. Ahuja, his usual composed demeanor shattered by the sight of his son's anguish, approached Ayaan with concern etched into his features. "Ayaan, what happened? Why did they leave? Why did Sathi leave?"

Ayaan struggled to find the words to explain, his throat tight with emotion. His mother, sensing his distress, enveloped him in a comforting embrace, her heart breaking to see her son in such agony.

Unable to articulate his pain, Ayaan could only shake his head, his tears silently bearing witness to the depth of his despair. In that moment, the Ahuja family stood united, their hearts heavy with the weight of unanswered questions and the fear of what the future might hold.

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Sathi sat on her bed, the events of the day replaying in her mind like a broken record. She couldn't shake the image of Ayaan's tear-streaked face, his pleading voice echoing in her ears.

"He loves you," a voice whispered in her mind, soft yet insistent. Sathi couldn't deny the truth in those words. Despite everything, despite the accusations and the anger, Ayaan's love had shone through, raw and unfiltered.

Tears pricked at Sathi's eyes as she realized the depth of Ayaan's feelings for her. She had seen it in his eyes, felt it in his touch. And now, faced with the prospect of losing him, her heart ached with a pain she couldn't ignore.

Lost in her thoughts, Sathi felt a sense of longing wash over her. She longed for the warmth of Ayaan's embrace, the comfort of his presence. But with each passing moment, the distance between them seemed to grow wider, the barriers harder to break down.

As the night stretched on, Sathi knew she couldn't ignore her feelings any longer. She had to make a choice, a decision that would shape the course of her life. But in the quiet solitude of her room, surrounded by the echoes of memories and emotions, Sathi found herself grappling with a question she couldn't answer: What was she willing to risk for love?

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As Ayaan stepped into his villa, a wave of sadness washed over him. The once vibrant and lively home now felt empty and devoid of life. Every corner seemed to echo with the memories of happier times, of laughter and love shared with Sathi.

He walked through the rooms, his footsteps echoing in the silence that surrounded him. The walls seemed to hold secrets, whispering tales of the love that once filled the air. But now, they stood as silent witnesses to the void that had settled in his heart.

Ayaan sank onto the couch, his mind swirling with thoughts of Sathi. He missed her presence, her laughter, her warmth. The realization of what he had lost weighed heavily on him, a constant ache in his chest.

But amidst the sorrow, a flicker of determination sparked within him. He couldn't give up on their love, not without a fight. With renewed resolve, Ayaan vowed to win back Sathi's trust, to make things right between them.

As he sat alone in the quiet of his villa, Ayaan knew that the road ahead would be difficult. But he was willing to do whatever it took to reclaim the happiness.

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Sathi entered her father's bedroom, her heart heavy with the weight of the situation. "Dad," she called softly.

Mr. Arora looked up but didn't respond. She sat beside him, taking his hand in hers. "Dad, I understand what you're feeling right now, but Ayaan is really a good person."