The Unexpected Union

4. Confronting The Truth

Asha's mind was reeling with emotions as she tried to process Karan's revelation. She felt betrayed, angry, and hurt all at once. How could he do this to her? To Rhea?

"Do your parents know", she asked him after clearing her voice of all emotions.

Karan looked conflicted but he finally said, "No, not because I didn't tell them but Rhea wanted some more time before we divulged it to our families. Her family is very traditional and strict so she needed more time."

Asha asked for some space and went about her day emotionlessly like a robot. She felt betrayed because she thought she found a good friend in Karan. After a long day when she went back home she just wanted a warm bath and sleep her worries away.

As she sat in her room, trying to gather her thoughts, her phone buzzed with a text from her best friend, Priya. "Hey, girl! What's going on? You've been MIA all day."

Asha hesitated, unsure if she should share her news with Priya. But something about her friend's caring tone made her open up. "Priya, I need to tell you something. Karan is already in a relationship."

Priya's response was immediate. "What?! That's ridiculous! How could he do that to you?" Priya had always been the more outspoken one between the two of them.

Asha sighed, feeling a mix of emotions. "I know, right? I'm still trying to wrap my head around it.He told me this morning while he was driving me to office. I thought we had some chemistry. I wanted to give this marriage a shot. Now, I don't know what to do"

Just then, Asha's brother, Rohan, walked into her room. "Hey,di! What's going on? You look upset."

Asha filled him in on the situation, and Rohan's expression turned from curious to outraged. "That's not cool, Asha. You deserve so much better than someone who would cheat on his girlfriend."

Asha nodded, feeling a surge of gratitude towards her brother. "Thanks, Rohan. Just talking to you guys makes me feel better." Asha just wanted to sleep her head was pounding and she wanted to forget about all her problems.

Meanwhile, Karan was facing his own grilling from his friend, Sahil. "Dude, what were you thinking? You're already in a relationship, and you go and pursue Asha?"

Karan sighed, feeling guilty and defensive at the same time. "I know it was wrong, Sahil. But I couldn't help how I felt. I didn't mean to hurt anyone."

Sahil was his best friend and business partner. he had known him since they were both in kindergarten. He knew he was right but he was already angry at himself enough for the both of them.

Sahil raised an eyebrow. "You didn't mean to hurt anyone? That's rich coming from you, Karan. You're basically cheating on Rhea with Asha. I know Rhea can be a bitch but nobody deserves to be treated like that"

Karan winced, knowing his friend was right. He had been selfish and dishonest, and now he was paying the price. He knew his relationship with Rhea was toxic but he still had an obligation towards her. He knew what the right thing to do would be and he would do exactly that.

As the conversations continued, Asha, Priya, Rohan, Karan, and Sahil were all grappling with the fallout of Karan's actions. Trust had been broken, hearts had been hurt, and relationships were on the line.

But amidst the chaos, Karan could see his future clearer than ever. He called Rhea and asked her to meet him the next day.

Hey guys... what do you think about today's chapter.

Also can we all collectively agree that Karan is an asshole.

Also I think everyone hopes have someone like Priya and Rohan in their lives.

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Love,

Coco