Oneshots- S3 (Completed)

51| Testament Of Us

Abhyudaya and Gautami had been best friends since childhood. Their bond was the kind people envied, built on years of shared laughter, secrets and dreams.

Abhyudaya was an engineering student, while Gautami pursued literature, each excelling in their own worlds yet finding solace in their connection.

One rainy afternoon, Abhyudaya found himself walking towards the old bookstore where he and Gautami often met. The rain tapped rhythmically on the cobblestones and the air smelled of wet earth and nostalgia.

Abhyudaya: Hey Gautami, look what I found!

He held up a dusty, ancient book, its cover adorned with intricate symbols.

Gautami: Wow, where did you get this?

She held the book in her hands, her eyes lighting up with curiosity.

Abhyudaya: The back shelf. Well, it looks like it has not been touched in years.

Gautami: You are right and it feels.... magical. Let us take it to the park and read it.

They found a bench under a sprawling oak tree and Gautami carefully opened the book. As she began reading aloud its contents, a soft glow emanated from the pages, enveloping them in a warm light.

The world around them shimmered and shifted, and suddenly, they found themselves in a different place entirely.

Abhyudaya: Where are we?

He looked around, eyes wide with wonder and amusement.

Gautami: Abhi, I know this is weird but I think....that we have entered the book.

They stood in a fantastical realm, filled with vibrant colors, mythical creatures and an air of enchantment. Despite the beauty, an underlying tension hung heavy in the air.

As they explored, they encountered a wise old sage who revealed the true nature of the realm.

Sage: You two are the chosen ones. Only through your friendship and love can balance be restored in this land.

Gautami: Wait what? What do we need to do?

Sage: You must find the Crystal of Unity, hidden deep within the Forest of Echoes. But beware, the journey will not be that easy and will test your bond in ways you cannot imagine.

They embarked on their quest, their path fraught with challenges that mirrored their deepest emotions.

Each trial brought their bond into question, dredging up old misunderstandings and creating new ones.

One evening, while setting up the camp, tensions boiled over.

Abhyudaya: Why did you tell Samriddhi about my plans to switch majors? That was personal!

His voice was filled with hurt.

Gautami: I did not mean to Abhyudaya. It slipped out. Why didn't you tell me you were even considering it?

Abhyudaya: Because I knew you would judge me! You always think literature is better than engineering.

Gautami: That is not true! I just want you to be happy, and I thought you loved engineering.

Their words hung in the air, heavy with the weight of unspoken grievances. They turned away from each other, the silence between them growing colder.

The next day, they pressed on, the atmosphere tense and strained. As they neared the Forest of Echoes, they were ambushed by shadowy figures that thrived on their discord.

The figures whispered their fears and doubts, feeding off their insecurities.

Shadowy Figure 1: She never truly cared about you.

Shadowy Figure 2: He thinks he is better than you in everything.

The whispers grew louder and the figures stronger until Abhyudaya and Gautami could hardly stand it any longer.

Abhyudaya: Stop it! This is not us!

Gautami: We have to remember....our friendship. Our love Abhi.

With great effort, they reached for each other, their hands clasping tightly. A burst of light erupted from their touch, banishing the shadows.

Abhyudaya: I am sorry Gautami. For everything.

His voice was thick with emotion.

Gautami: I am sorry Abhi. I never wanted to hurt you.

They moved closer and hugged each other gently with love, tears filling and leaving from their eyes simultaneously.

Their bond reaffirmed. They pressed on hand in hand, finally reaching the heart of the Forest of Echoes. There, they found the Crystal of Unity, glowing with a radiant light.

Gautami: Together?

Abhyudaya: Together.

They touched the crystal and a powerful surge of energy flowed through them.

The land around them transformed, the darkness lifting to reveal a paradise of light and harmony.

As they returned to their own world, the bookstore around them was just as it had been, the ancient book now closed and resting peacefully on the bench.

Gautami: Did that really happen?

Abhyudaya: I think it did. And I also think that we learned something very important which we should have a long time back about us.

Gautami: Yes and that is, no matter what, our bond can withstand anything.

Abhyudaya: Exactly.

From that day forward, their friendship and love was stronger than ever. They knew that no matter the misunderstandings or distances that came between them, their connection was unbreakable.

Their bond served as a precious source that the ideal of true feelings and relation was still present in this materialistic world.

And as they moved forward in life, they carried the lessons of their fantastical journey with them, a testament to the power of true friendship and love.

The end☺🌼

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