CURSED REBIRTH

LOSSING THE CONTROL

Before she could continue speaking, my grandmother interrupted her and summoned him, prompting her to promptly depart. At that moment, I didn't fully comprehend the significance of her words, but as time passed and reflection set in, I began to grasp the underlying implications.

A profound and deeply ingrained fear took hold of me, preventing me from mustering the courage to approach them. Simultaneously, I felt an overwhelming desire to escape the situation, driven by my intense affection for her.

The emotional turmoil that ensued was overwhelming, and I found myself harboring a profound resentment towards women in general, which ultimately led to a downward spiral into depression.

Lost in thought and consumed by my emotions, I was subsequently involved in a severe and potentially life-threatening accident near the institution of my dreams, the college I had always aspired to attend.

As I regained my composure and struggled to come to terms with the circumstances, I spotted Abhimanyu waiting for me. During our journey to the college, he thoroughly briefed me on the exhaustive measures he had taken to safeguard my identity, meticulously altering records and documents to ensure my anonymity and protect me from unwanted attention.

"Ruhi, the individual who had previously caused you distress, has enrolled in a different educational institution," he informed me. "However, some of her acquaintances still attend this college. Exercise caution and vigilance in your interactions."

Upon arriving at the college, I was struck by the familiarity of the surroundings, which seemed unchanged yet subtly different. In an effort to blend in and maintain a low profile, I donned glasses and a hat.

Our instructor, an expert in the field of human anatomy and physiology, launched into the first lecture with enthusiasm and authority.

"Welcome, students, to the fascinating realm of anatomy," she began. "Today, we will delve into the fundamental principles and key concepts that underpin this complex and intricate field of study."

Despite my prior studies, which had already covered this material, I found myself struggling to maintain focus, my mind still reeling from the tumultuous events that had transpired.

Following the biochemistry lecture, I took a break and explored the college campus to search for job opportunities. However, I found that most jobs offered minimal compensation, which wouldn't suffice. As my brother's education also required financial support, I knew I had to secure a well-paying job.

My grandmother's expectations weighed heavily on me. If I failed to provide adequately, she might halt my brother's studies or force him into a less desirable path – an outcome I couldn't accept. Despite my respect for her, I struggled to understand why she held such significant influence over our lives.

After an exhaustive search throughout the city, I finally stumbled upon an attractive opportunity at the library. The role required me to manage nearly all library tasks daily, totaling around 9 hours without breaks, holidays, or flexibility. Any mistake would result in forfeiting half of my salary.

Despite these demanding conditions, the offered salary of ₹40,000 per month astounded me, especially considering my previous job searches yielded offers below ₹20,000. Although the working hours were extensive, I was willing to accept the challenge.

With this new development, my life began to normalize. Abhimanyu, my friend, had booked a spacious two-bedroom accommodation with a kitchen and washroom for both of us. Returning to this hostel brought a sense of relief.

I diligently attended all lectures and then headed to the library, where maintaining peace and order was no easy task. Fortunately, my sharp senses, honed over time, enabled me to excel in this role.