Whispers of Destiny: Unveiling Hearts

Chapter 13: A Tapestry of Surprises at Goenka Villa 🏰

GOENKA VILLA - AKSHARA'S ROOM

Akshara is sleeping on the sofa with Abhir in her arms. The room is serene, filled with a peaceful silence. Arshia enters the room.

Arshia: (Softly) "Akshu..."

She stops upon seeing them. A tender smile spreads across her face as she watches them sleep.

Arshia: (In her mind) "This is the first time I've seen her sleep so peacefully. God, please don't bring any more problems into Akshu's life. They both need rest after everything that happened yesterday."

She quietly leaves the room, making sure not to make any noise. As she closes the door gently, she sees Keerti approaching.

Keerti: (Coming closer) "Beta, are you the one who saved my life that day?"

Arshia nods modestly. Just then, Krish arrives.

Krish: "Hey Mom, I sent you to call Akshu. Where is she? Let me get her. Akshu..."

Arshia: (Quickly) "Shhh, Akshu and Abhir are sleeping. They're both exhausted. Let them rest."

Krish nods in understanding.

Keerti: "Krish, did you know Arshia was the one who saved me from that accident in Mumbai?"

Krish turns to Arshia, gratitude evident in his eyes.

Krish: "Thank you so much, Arshia. You really are a lifesaver."

Arshia gives a shy smile, feeling a bit overwhelmed by the attention.

GOENKA HOUSE - DINING TABLE

The family is gathered around the dining table. Akshara and Abhir have just joined them. Abhir sits on the head of the family chair, while Akshara takes the seat next to him. Suddenly, Krish and Kairav come in from the kitchen, each carrying a large bowl.

Krish: "Akshu, look! We made your favorite dishes."

Krish proudly shows the bowl of matar ki kachori he prepared, while Kairav presents bread pakoda.

Abhir: (Pouting) "Very bad, mamu. You both made Mom's favorite food, but nothing for me. No one loves me here, everyone only loves Mom. Mom must have found me on the railway tracks." He makes a fake sad face.

Everyone at the dining table laughs at Abhir's antics. Kairav is suddenly reminded of his own childhood.

Kairav: (Smiling) "This reminds me of when I was little. Once, Naksh mamu was feeding Mumma her favorite food and I said the same thing."

Naksh: (Laughing) "Do you remember how you used to trouble me, Kairav? You always said no one loved you, and everyone only loved your Mom."

Devyani: (Chiming in) "Yes, and you used to say, 'God gave me to Mom as a gift at the church in Goa.' "

Everyone bursts into laughter.

Krish and Kairav sit next to Akshara and begin feeding her with their hands, showering her with love and attention.

Krish: "Here, Akshu, have some of this. It's made with extra love."

Kairav: "And don't forget to try this, Akshu. It's your absolute favorite."

While Abhir make a fake sad face.

Naksh: "It doesn't matter, I will feed our prince with my own hands."

Keerti: "Yess me too."

The scene is filled with warmth and joy as the family shares this happy moment together.