Once upon a Time akshnavir

Unspoken feelings/broken hearts

Once upon a time, in a bustling neighborhood, the Goenka and Birla families were busy preparing for a grand birthday celebration in honor of Abhinav. The air was filled with excitement as everyone hurried to complete their tasks. Akshara was in the kitchen, lovingly preparing a feast, her heart filled with joy for her husband's special day. The delicious aroma of biryani and sweets wafted through the house.

Meanwhile, the Goenka and Birla families worked together to create a magical atmosphere with vibrant decorations. Colorful balloons floated against the walls, and twinkling lights adorned the ceiling, casting a warm glow over the room. Muskaan and Kairav were diligently working on the cake, a towering chocolate delight that promised to be the centerpiece of the celebration. Little Ruhi, with her tiny fingers, was busy crafting a heartfelt card for her Musa, pouring her love into every stroke.

As the preparations continued, Abir and Abhimanyu had taken on the crucial role of distracting Abhinav. "Papa, let's go! I want to eat ice cream!" Abir exclaimed, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

"What do you say, Docman?" Abir teased, using the playful nickname he had for Abhimanyu.

"Beta, Araa Sardi Ho Jayegi Aapko!" Abhinav replied, concerned about the chilly weather outside.

"Please, Papa!" Abir begged, his enthusiasm infectious. After a moment's hesitation, Abhinav relented, chuckling at his son's determination. "Alright, just for a little while!"

As they made their way to the ice cream parlor, Abir dashed ahead, his excitement bubbling over. But suddenly, a van came rushing down the street, and Abhimanyu's heart raced as he saw the danger approaching. "Abir, stop!" he shouted, panic rising in his voice.

Abhinav, realizing the imminent threat, felt a surge of adrenaline. He sprinted towards his son, his heart pounding in his chest. "Abir!" he yelled, desperately trying to reach him in time. But just as he arrived, the van struck them both, sending them tumbling to the ground in a horrifying accident.

Abhimanyu stood frozen, a mix of shock and fear coursing through him. His mind raced as he tried to comprehend what had just happened. He felt a strange sense of relief that Abhinav, his rival, would no longer be a part of their lives, yet a deep sadness gripped him at the thought of Abir being hurt. "What have I done?" he thought, guilt clawing at his heart.

Frantically, Abhimanyu ran towards the driver, demanding, "Get out of the way!" But when he turned back to look for Abir and Abhinav, they were nowhere to be seen. Panic surged through him. "Where did they go? I don't care about Abhinav, but I want my son! Abhir!" he yelled, his voice filled with desperation.

After searching the vicinity and calling out for Abir, he found nothing. Defeated and overwhelmed, Abhimanyu returned home, his heart heavy with dread. He couldn't bear the thought of losing Abir, and as he entered the house, he feigned injuries, hoping to gain sympathy and distract from the chaos that had unfolded.

The party that was supposed to be a celebration turned into a haunting memory, shrouded in confusion and despair. While the families had come together to honor Abhinav, fate had dealt a cruel hand, leaving them to grapple with the consequences of the day's events. As the evening wore on, whispers filled the air, and the laughter that once echoed within the walls was replaced with uncertainty and fear, as they all awaited news of Abhinav and Abir.

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It was precisely 3 o'clock in the afternoon, and an air of palpable anxiety hung over the Goenka household as Akshara and her family anxiously awaited the return of Abhinav and Abhir. Each ticking second felt like an eternity, amplifying the worry that gnawed at Akshara's heart. Turning abruptly to Abhimanyu, who stood nearby, she demanded with a mix of disbelief and urgency, "Where are my husband and my son? What on earth have you done? It was you who suggested that I distract Abhinav! What transpired out there? Where could they possibly be?" Her voice rose, tinged with desperation, "They must be waiting for me!" With a fierce determination, she called out, "Abhinav! Abhir! Jaldi se bahar aao! Agar aap nahi aaye toh juta uthakar peet dungi!"