THE BOND OF HEARTS🫀

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The early morning sun streamed through the curtains of the Singhania mansion, casting a warm glow over the elegant interiors. The household was just beginning to stir, but one room was already buzzing with activity. Arjun, the pampered prince of singhania's, lay sprawled on his bed, tangled in his sheets. His alarm clock buzzed incessantly, trying to pull him out of his dreams.

"Arjun, bacha, uth jao ab," Arnav's firm yet gentle voice broke through the haze of sleep. He stood at the foot of the bed, arms crossed, watching his younger brother with a mix of affection and exasperation.

"Babaa, five more minutes pleasee," Arjun mumbled, pulling the blanket over his head. Arnav chuckled softly and sat down on the edge of the bed, tugging the blanket away.

"You said that ten minutes ago, You don't want to be late for breakfast and your college classes, do you?" Arnav's tone was playful, yet it held the authority of an elder brother who knew just how to handle his pampered sibling.

Arjun groaned but reluctantly sat up, rubbing his eyes. " oky uth gaya mein, aryan kahan hai?"

"neeche hai woh, jaldi uth gaya aaj," Arnav said with a smile. "Now hurry up and get ready."

Arjun's morning routine was swift, punctuated by the occasional playful banter with Arnav, who stayed to ensure he didn't crawl back into bed. By the time they made their way downstairs, the dining room was a lively scene. Yash sat at the head of the table, reading the newspaper, while Khushi served breakfast with a loving smile. Armaan and Rajveer were already seated, engrossed in a conversation about a recent case Rajveer was handling.

"Good morning, bacha," Yash greeted Arjun warmly as he settled on his lap. "Did you sleep well?"

Arjun nodded, smiling at his father. "Yes, papa. whats the agenda for today?"

"After breakfast, Arnav and I have a meeting at the office, and Rajveer has court. Armaan is heading to the hospital, but I'm sure he'll be back early. You and Aryansh can do whatever you like after your classes, just don't get into too much trouble," Yash said, giving a pointed look at Aryansh, who had just joined them, his eyes twinkling with mischief.

"Who, me? Trouble?" Aryansh feigned innocence, causing the family to burst into laughter.

As breakfast progressed, the atmosphere was filled with love and warmth. The Singhania family, despite their busy lives, cherished these moments of togetherness. Arjun's eyes wandered to the family photo on the wall, and memories of his childhood flooded back.

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**Flashback***

Arjun was six years old, a tiny bundle of energy with a heart condition that worried the family constantly. Yash, always the doting father, made it his mission to ensure Arjun's childhood was as normal and joyful as possible. Despite his demanding business, Yash never missed an opportunity to spend time with his babies.

One sunny afternoon, Yash and Arjun were in the backyard. Arjun's laughter echoed as he chased butterflies, his small feet stumbling occasionally. Yash watched with a protective eye, ready to catch him if he fell.

"papa, look! I caught one!" Arjun exclaimed, holding up a delicate butterfly in his tiny hands.

Yash crouched down, his eyes softening as he admired his son's excitement. "It's beautiful, bache. But remember, butterflies are fragile. We must be gentle with them."

Arjun nodded seriously, releasing the butterfly and watching it flutter away. "jaise aap mere sath ho, papa?"

Yash's heart swelled with love. He pulled Arjun into a gentle hug, kissing the top of his head. "Yes, my little one. bilkul waise hi."