An announcement is heard: "Musicana participants, please come to the auditorium quickly as the performance will start in about 2 minutes."
(Manik and Cabir reach the auditorium.)
Manik is looking around. Cabir pats Manik on the shoulder and says, 'What happened?' Manik: Nandini should have reached by now... where is she? Cabir: Manik, she’s a girl. Manik: So what? Cabir: You know, right? Girls... their makeup, choosing dresses... Manik laughs.
Manik and Cabir's moment is interrupted by an announcement made by Professor Karan on stage.
Professor Karan: The first solo performance is by Manik, then the second is by Nandini, and then Cabir. First, the three of them will perform, then I will announce the other names. Let's get started! Manik, come on stage.
Cabir gives Manik a hug and says, 'All the best, Manik. I know you’ll do great.' Manik: But my lucky charm is missing. Cabir: She’ll come eventually. And even if she doesn’t, just close your eyes, imagine her face, and perform. Manik breaks the hug and says, 'Thank you for supporting me always and being there by my side. You never left me alone... I’m so grateful to have you.' Cabir: Don’t get emotional. Save some tears for proposing to Nandini. Manik smiles.
(Manik goes on stage.) Manik picks up his guitar, tunes it, looking at the audience in hope that Nandini will come. He holds the mic, closes his eyes, imagines Nandini's face, and starts to sing!
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'Mainu Chadheya Ishq Mein Rang Tera Ik Ho Gaya Ang Mera Ang Tera Rabb Mileya Jad Mileya Maahi Mainu Sang Tera
Na Hoke Bhi Kareeb Tu Hamesha Paas Tha Ke Sau Janam Bhi Dekhta Main Tera Raasta
(He remembers the time when her dupatta got stuck in the car door,and he went close to her.)
Na Hoke Bhi Kareeb Tu Hamesha Paas Tha Ke Sau Janam Bhi Dekhti Main Tera Raasta
Jo Bhi Hai Sab Mera Tere Hawale Kar Diya Jism Ka Har Ruaan Tere Hawale Kar Diya
(He remembers the time when he pulled Nandini inside the car)
Jo Bhi Hai Sab Mera Tere Hawaale Kar Diya Jism Ka Har Ruaan Tere Hawaale Kar Diya
The screen shifts to Nandini's side, where she is listening to Manik singing.
NANDINI'S POV You are a good player, Manik Malhotra! Anyone can fall into your love trap... I will never forgive you for playing with my feelings! I loved you with all my heart, but for you... it was just a game... a bet!
The screen shifts back to Manik's side
Dekha Zamaana Saara Bharam Hai Ishq Ibadat Ishq Karam Hai Mera Thikana Teri Hi Dehleez Hai
Ho Main Hoon Deewarein Chhat Hai Piya Tu Rabb Ki Mujhe Nemat Hai Piya Tu Mere Liye Tu Barkat Ka Taweez Hai
Zara Kabhi Meri Nazar Se Khud Ko Dekh Bhi Hai Chaand Mein Bhi Daag Par Na Tujhme Ek Bhi
Khud Pe Hak Mera Tere Hawaale Kar Diya Jism Ka Har Ruaan Tere Hawaale Kar Diya
(He remembers the time when Nandini said that he is the light to her darkness and smiles emotionally.)
Jo Bhi Hai Sab Mera Tere Hawale Kar Diya Jism Ka Har Ruaan Tere Hawale Kar Diya
Mainu Chadheya Ishq Mein Rang Tera Ik Ho Gaya Ang Mera Ang Tera Rabb Mileya Jad Mileya Maahi Mainu Sang Tera'
(Manik slowly opens his eyes.)
The judges clap for him! Professor Karan comes and says, "That was a great performance, Manik! Good job... you can go now."
Manik goes, his eyes still searching for Nandini.
MANIK'S POV Where are you, Nandini? I hope you are fine... please come wherever you are... I am getting stressed... please come to me as soon as possible!
Professor Karan: The next performance is by Nandini! Nandini, be ready to come on stage in 2 minutes.
NANDINI'S SIDE Nandini's eyes are filled with tears; she is lost in Manik's thoughts.
NANDINI'S POV I thought you were an angel, but you turned out to be a monster—a devil, so cruel and selfish! You were a monster, you are a monster, and you will always be a monster! It was foolish of me to believe I could find true love in this cruel world. Trusting you was my mistake, but no matter—I will fix it. I won’t let you win. I’ll make you regret every single thing you’ve done to me. I won’t cry over you anymore; I will make you pay for your mistakes!
The screen shifts. Professor Karan: This is the last call for you, Ms. Nandini Murthy. Please come to the stage! One, two, and thr— Nandini reaches the stage. Manik smiles as he looks at her, then moves closer and says, 'Where were you? You know I was going crazy searching for you! Please, never do this again! Promise me you won't! You are my life.' Manik hugs her tightly. Nandini is about to hug him back, but she clenches her fist and pulls her hand away. Manik breaks the hug, holds her hand, and says, 'I was so scared. Please don’t ever leave me like that!'
Nandini pulls her hand out of his grip and says, 'I need to go... my performance is about to start. I don't have time for all this nonsense. Let me go!'
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Manik looks at her, tears welling in his eyes.
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Hey everyone!I hope you all are doing good!So sorry for the delay in update !Had some personal issues....and I know the chapter is small but please bear with it.Please do vote and kindly ignore any kind of grammatical errors or typos🫶 Please be patient...the next chapter will be updated soon 🩷Also do follow me on Instagram @/aesthetic_writer16 ~u
