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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After a long and emotional discussion, Vrindha felt the need to lighten the atmosphere a bit.
Vrindha : Let's have dinner together.
She suggested by trying to create a sense of normalcy.
Vrindha : It's important to take a moment to nourish ourselves.
Anjali and roopa protested but Vrindha insisted them to have dinner along at their place. As they sat down at the dining table, Krishna served the food, trying to engage Roopa in conversation. However, he noticed that she barely touched her plate. Instead, she kept glancing at the food, her expression clouded with discomfort.
Krishna : Roopa, is everything okay ?
He asked gently.
She looked down at her hands, and Krishna's heart clenched as he noticed the faint burn marks on her skin.
Roopa : I... I'm just not very hungry.
She replied and her voice is barely above a whisper.
Vrindha is sitting across from her, felt a wave of sadness wash over her.
Vrindha : You need to eat, Roopa. It's important for your strength, especially now.
She urged.
Roopa forced a small smile but couldn't bring herself to take a bite. The pain from her injuries was not just physical. It was emotional, weighing heavily on her heart. Both Krishna and Vrindha could see that she was struggling, and it hurt them to witness her pain.
After a quiet dinner, Krishna sensed it was time to wrap things up. He looked at Vrindha.
Vrindha : Thank you for coming tonight, Roopa. We're here for you, and we'll continue to support you.
She said and her voice is steady but kind.
As they prepared to leave, Roopa turned to Vrindha, her eyes are filled with unshed tears.
Roopa : Thank you for everything ma'am. I don't know how to express what this means to me.
She said and her voice is breaking.
Without hesitation, Roopa stepped forward and hugged Vrindha tightly, letting her emotions spill over. She cried softly into her shoulder, the dam of her pain finally breaking free.
Vrindha wrapped her arms around Roopa, holding her tightly, feeling her sorrow and fear.
Vrindha : You're safe now, Roopa. You don't have to carry this burden alone.
She whispered and tears are brimming in her own eyes.
Krishna stood to the side. The sight of Roopa's anguish was a painful reminder of the injustices in the world, and he felt a renewed determination to fight for people like her.
After a long moment, Roopa finally pulled back, wiping her tears.
Roopa : I'll try to be strong.
She said and her voice is shaky but resolute.
Krishna : We believe in you.
Krishna assured her by placing a reassuring hand on her head.
Krishna : We're in this together.
As Roopa left their home that evening, both Krishna and Vrindha felt a profound sense of responsibility. They were determined to stand by her side, ready to help her navigate the difficult path ahead.
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As the couple lay down on the bed, the weight of the evening lingered in the air. Vrindha sighed by turning to Krishna and her brows furrowed with concern.
Vrindha : It's just so sad to see someone younger than me with two kids, going through so much mental and physical abuse. It breaks my heart.
She said softly.
Krishna turned to her and his expression is serious yet understanding.
Krishna : I know, Vrindha. It's painful to witness. But it's important to remember that not all people are the same. Roopa's husband is not completely at fault.
Vrindha looked at him, confused.
Vrindha : What do you mean ?
He paused by collecting his thoughts.
Krishna : It's the society we live in. From a young age, we teach women how to dress, how to behave, and how to avoid trouble. But we rarely teach men to respect women, to see them as equals. That's where the real problem lies.
Vrindha nodded slowly by digesting his words.
Vrindha : So, you're saying that it's a societal issue ?
Krishna : Exactly !
Krishna replied and his voice is growing more passionate.
Krishna : When men grow up surrounded by toxic ideas about masculinity and entitlement, they often don't learn to treat women with respect. It creates a cycle of abuse that's hard to break. If a boy grows up seeing his father abusing woman , he will learn the same and keep on doing that.
Vrindha felt a swell of anger and sadness for Roopa and others like her.
Vrindha : It's so frustrating. How can we expect change if we don't start teaching respect and equality from an early age ?
Krishna : The day society begins to change, and we teach our sons to value and respect women, that's when true independence will be given to everyone. It's about understanding that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, regardless of gender.
They lay in silence for a moment, reflecting on the weight of their conversation. Vrindha took a deep breath and she is feeling a mix of hope and despair.
Vrindha : I wish we could do more to help people like Roopa.
Krishna : We can.
Krishna said by turning to face her fully.
Krishna : By raising awareness, advocating for change, and supporting those who need it. It starts with us.
Vrindha : Together !
Vrindha agreed by feeling a renewed sense of purpose. They both knew the journey ahead wouldn't be easy, but they were determined to make a difference, one step at a time. Wrapped in each other's arms they dozed off.
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