Unveiled Paths- Tales Of Love And Loyalty

HER NIGHTMARE

Shravani's eyes fluttered closed, but her mind refused to rest. Darkness enveloped her, and the taunts began.

"You're not enough."

"A burden on your parents."

"Failed as a daughter."

"No one wants you."

"You're alone."

The voices swirled, a maddening chorus of self-doubt.

Shravani's mind recoiled, but the words seeped in, poisoning her thoughts.

"What's wrong with me?" she whispered.

"You're flawed," the voices sneered.

"No, I'm not," Shravani protested, but her voice trembled.

"Failed as a friend."

"Nobody trusts you."

"Failed as a lover."

"Unlovable."

Tears streamed down Shravani's face as the taunts intensified.

"Why can't I be enough?" she pleaded.

"Because you're not," the voices mocked.

Shravani's inner turmoil boiled over:

"Why did I fail everyone?"

"What did I do wrong?"

"Is it my fault?"

The questions swirled, a vortex of self-doubt.

Shravani's breaths came in short gasps as panic set in. Her heart raced, and her body trembled.

Akriti, lying beside her, immediately sensed her distress. "Shravani?" she whispered, concern etched on her face.

Shravani couldn't speak, her words caught in her throat. She turned to Akriti, her eyes pleading for help.

Akriti enveloped Shravani in a warm hug. "You're safe, bacha. I'm here."

Shravani's panic attack intensified, her body shaking uncontrollably. Akriti held her close, whispering soothing words.

"Let it out, Shravani. You're not alone. I've got you."

As Shravani's sobs subsided, Akriti gently rocked her.

"What happened?" Akriti asked softly.

Shravani hesitated, unsure how to share her nightmare. "Just...a bad dream."

Akriti nodded, understanding in her eyes. "You don't have to tell me. Just know I'm here."

Shravani's grip on Akriti's hand relaxed, gratitude washing over her.

"Thank you, Didi," Shravani whispered.

Akriti smiled, stroking Shravani's hair. "Always, bacha. Always."

In Akriti's embracing arms, Shravani found solace, her panic attack slowly receding.

Though Akriti didn't know the full story, her unwavering support and love helped calm Shravani's stormy emotions.

Together, they weathered the darkness, their bond a beacon of hope.

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