20. A New Beginning

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The conversation with his father marked a significant turning point in Shan’s life. With Ananda’s reluctant but genuine support, Shan felt a newfound confidence in his decisions. He was no longer the boy who feared disappointing his father; he was a young man ready to take control of his own destiny.

As the months passed, Shan and Muthuu fell into a comfortable rhythm. Shan enrolled in an environmental science program at a local university, diving into his studies with a passion he had never felt before. His days were filled with classes, research projects, and fieldwork, each experience bringing him closer to the fulfillment he had longed for.

Muthuu, too, thrived in her academic pursuits. Her goal of entering the medical field drove her through long hours of study and preparation. Exhausting as it was, the challenge invigorated her, fueled by her desire to help others and her commitment to her own dreams and to Shan.

Despite their demanding schedules, Shan and Muthuu made time for each other. They cherished their visits to quiet cafes, serene parks, and the quaint bookshop they had discovered together. Each moment they spent together was a reminder of their journey—how far they had come and how much they had grown.

Their love, once tested by life’s harsh realities, had blossomed into something deeper and more resilient. They were no longer just two young people in love; they had become partners, dedicated to supporting each other through every challenge.

One evening, as they sat on a bench overlooking the city, Shan took Muthuu’s hand. The setting sun bathed the city in a warm, golden glow, creating a peaceful contrast to their turbulent past.

“I’ve been thinking a lot about our future,” Shan said quietly, his gaze fixed on the horizon.

Muthuu turned to him, her eyes soft and affectionate. “What about our future?”

Shan smiled, squeezing her hand gently. “I know we still have a lot to work through, but I want to build a life with you, Muthuu. A life where we can pursue our dreams and support each other every step of the way.”

Muthuu’s heart swelled with emotion, and she leaned her head on his shoulder. “I want that too, Shan. More than anything.”

She threw her arms around Shan, hugging him tightly. “I love you , Shan. And when the time is right,I want to be with you, always.”

As they held each other, the world seemed to fade away, leaving only the two of them and the love they shared. they both knew the road ahead wouldn’t be easy, but they were ready to face it together, hand in hand, with hearts full of hope and futures filled with possibilities.

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