64. THE NAMING CEREMONY

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The next morning, Indrani felt a mix of anxiety and determination as she prepared to meet Vaidehi. Chandini was by her side offering quiet encouragement. Together, they arrived at Vaidehi's house. the air is  thick with unspoken words and past grievances.

A maid opened the door and surprise flickered across her face. She welcomed them inside and served refreshments. The maid felt relieved that Gayathri isn't there at home. They wondered how gayathri would've reacted if she saw chandini. 

Indrani and Chandini sat on the couch and are waiting for Vaidehi to come there. A maid went to inform her about their visit. Soon vaidehi came downstairs and she is visibly surprised.

( Vaidehi : meeru enti ikkada ? ) 

Vaidehi : what you people are doing here ? 

The atmosphere felt heavy with tension. The tone Vaidehi used is new to them. Indrani took a deep breath by gathering her courage. 

( Indrani , Vaidehi , ika mukhyamaina vishayam neetho maatladataaniki vachaamu. ) 

Indrani : Vaidehi, there's something important I need to discuss with you.

Chandini stepped forward with her tone supportive. 

( Chandini : Memu serenity group of hospitals bhavishyatthu gurinchi maatladataaniki vachhaamu. Indrani nuvvu next MD ayithey baguntundhi ani cheptundhi. ) 

Chandini : We're here to talk about the future of Serenity Group of Hospitals. Indrani believes it's time for you to take charge as the next MD.

Vaidehi's brow furrowed in disbelief. 

( Vaidehi : Nena ? Idantha jarigaaka ? ) 

Vaidehi : Me ? After everything that's happened ? 

Indrani's voice shook with emotion. 

( Indrani : Naaku telusu ninnu baadha pettaamu. Aa baadha ni tirigi tisukolemu. Kaani nuvvu ee kutumbhaniki chaala mukhyamaina daanivi. Neeku ee sthaanam pondhadaaniki anni hakkulu unnayi. Nuvvu maatrame arhuraalivi. ) 

Indrani : I know I've hurt you, and I can never undo that pain. But you have always been the heart of this family. You deserve this position, and I believe you're more than capable of leading.

Chandini nodded by adding, 

( Chandini : Vaidehi , manaki elaanti samasya vachhina modata parishkaaram vetikedhi nuvvey kadha ? Mana organisation lo ee padhavi  ki nuvvu tappa inka evaru arhulu kaaru. ) 

Chandini : Vaidehi, remember all the times you took charge when we faced challenges ?  Your dedication and vision have always been what this organisation needs.

Vaidehi hesitated as she is torn between disbelief and the flicker of hope ignited by their words. 

( Vaidehi : Naaku telidhu nenu ee bhadyatha tisuko galano ledho. Idantha jarigaaka naaku indhulo edho mosam undhi anipistundhi. ) 

Vaidehi : I don't know if I can step into that role. It feels like a betrayal of everything we've been through.

( Indrani : Neeku sonthamaina daanni nuvvu dakkinchukovadaaniki idhi oka avakaasham anuko. ) 

Indrani : Think of it as a chance to reclaim what's rightfully yours.

 Indrani urged. 

( Indrani : Idhi kalisi bhavishyattu ni kaapadukovatam, ghathaanni tavvadam gurinchi kaadhu. Neeku unna saamarthyam inka evariki ledhu. Andhariki nee paina nammakam undhi. ) 

Indrani : This is about building a future, not dwelling on the past. You've shown immense strength and resilience. Everyone believes in you.

Chandini stepped closer with her voice gentle yet firm. 

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