In the lively city of Hyderabad, Vrindha is a passionate IAS officer determined to make a difference. She juggles her demanding job with the expectations of her traditional family. Krishna is a dedicated lawyer who fights for justice and hopes to c...
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As she stepped outside, the night air was cool and crisp, a welcome contrast to the heavy emotions that had filled the house. The stars twinkled overhead, a reminder of the vastness of the world beyond her immediate worries.
She climbed into her car, the familiar scent of leather and the hum of the engine is providing a small comfort. The road ahead was dark, but she welcomed the solitude. The drive would give her time to reflect, to process the whirlwind of emotions that had swirled around her since her grandmother's request.
As she drove through the quiet village, memories of her childhood flooded her mind including the laughter, the warmth, and the lessons learned from her grandmother. But along with those memories came the realization that life was changing, and she felt caught in the tension between duty and desire.
The journey to Hyderabad stretched ahead, and with each mile, Vrindha felt the weight on her shoulders begin to lift, if only slightly. She knew she would have to confront her feelings about marriage, love, and the expectations of those she cared about. But for now, she craved the quiet and the chance to find clarity in the silence of the night.
As the car rolled along the dark highway, Vrindha's thoughts were a swirl of emotions—her grandmother's wish, the weight of family expectations, and her own aspirations.
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Meanwhile, back in the village, Arjun couldn't shake off his worry about his sister.
Arjun : Hey, Krishna !
He said by dialling the number, the phone is ringing in the stillness of the night. After a few rings, Krishna's sleepy voice came through.
Arjun : Vrindha just left for Hyderabad. She went back all alone.
Arjun said with concern lacing his words.
Krishna : Great. So what am I supposed to do now ?
Krishna replied with sarcasm seeping into his tone.
Krishna : Should I drive to your house and personally escort her back ? I am sure she will break by bones and tie me up.
Arjun chuckled eventhough the worry still tugged at him.
Arjun : No, no. Just , how about you drop Krithi at our place ? She could be a company for vrindha.
Krishna shifted in his bed and his mind is slowly waking up to the suggestion.
Krishna : Krithi ? At this hour ? You think she'll even want to go ? She just came home after partying with her friends as her exams came to an end.
Arjun : Why not ? She's been cooped up all day. Besides, it's better than leaving Vrindha alone. Grandma took a promise from amma that Vrindha should get married before she dies.
Arjun insisted and his voice is firm.
Krishna sighed at the prospect of getting out of bed looming in his mind.
Krishna : Fine, I'll wake her up. But if she grumbles, I'm blaming you.
Arjun : Deal !
Arjun said with relief washing over him.
Arjun : Just let her know how worried we all are. Maybe it'll convince her.
Krishna : Yeah, I'll try.
Krishna replied by rubbing his eyes.
Krishna : I'll give you a call back in a bit.
He hung up, the weight of the situation settling on his chest. As he swung his legs over the side of the bed, he felt the chill of the night air. With a sigh, he shuffled to Krithi's room, his heart heavy with the concern for Vrindha. He is scared that Vrindha might agree to marry someone else for her family's sake. He womdered why he is unable to imagine Vrindha getting married to someone.
Knocking gently, he opened the door.
Krishna : Krithi wake up. We need to talk.
A sleepy voice responded.
Krithi : What is it anna ? It's the middle of the night !
Krishna : Didn't you remember that it is middle of the night when you're partying at your friends house 2 hours ago ? Vrindha just came back to Hyderabad alone. I'm going to drop you off at her place.
Krishna said by trying to sound more enthusiastic than he felt.
Krithi sat up by rubbing her eyes.
Krithi : Why ? What happened ?
Krishna : Just the family stuff. Arjun thinks it'd be good for you to keep her company. You know how she can get.
Krishna explained everything arjun told him
Krithi frowned as the sleep is still evident on her face.
Krithi : This is too much .
Krishna : Yep. Get dressed, and we'll leave soon.
Krishna replied by turning on the light and watching as she groaned throwing the covers off.
As she moved about the room, Krishna felt a mix of frustration and concern. He couldn't shake the feeling that the situation was more complicated than anyone realized. He wanted to be there for Vrindha, to support her in whatever way he could, but he also understood that she needed space to process everything. He is unable to brush off the thought of her getting married to someone.
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Within minutes, Krithi was dressed and grumbling about the late-night outing.
Krithi : You owe me big time for this, you know.
She said and her tone is half-joking.
Krishna : I'll take you for ice cream later. Promise.
Krishna replied with a smirk by trying to lighten the mood.
They stepped outside into the cool night air, the stars are twinkling above them like tiny beacons of hope. As they drove Krishna's mind wandered back to Vrindha, and he felt a deep sense of longing to be there for her—to help her navigate the complexities of love and family, just as he admired her unwavering strength.
Krithi : I just hope she's okay.
Krithi said by breaking the silence. They are going by bike as the siblings are really good at creating mess around themselves and lose things like keys , earphones , etc...
Krishna : Yeah ! She will be. We'll make sure of it.
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What krishna is going to do now ?
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