Soulmate From The Shadows

❥ Poor Tarah♡

Raj's face reddened, frustration boiling over.
"Tarah, enough!" his voice thundering. "You're ungrateful! We struggle to make ends meet, and Oakwood High's offer is our lifeline!"

Tarah trembled, tears welling up. "I don't want to go, Papa..."

Raj's face contorted, reflecting his struggles. "We struggle to put food on the table, to keep a roof over our heads. This opportunity will secure your future."

Vinita intervened, calming. "Raj, please-"

Raj's gaze turned icy. "No, Vinita! Tarah must understand our reality!"

Tarah whispered, "I'm sorry, Papa..."

Raj's voice softened slightly. "Don't throw this opportunity away. Oakwood High's education will secure your future."

Tarah nodded, defeated.

Raj's expression turned stern. "Promise me you'll attend Oakwood High and make us proud."

Tarah hesitated before whispering, "I promise, Papa..."

Raj's face softened, relief washing over. "Good."

Tarah slowly exited, tears falling.

Vinita placed a gentle hand on Raj's arm. "Maybe we should reconsider..."

Raj's face hardened. "No. Tarah will excel, and our family will rise above struggles."

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Vihaan( Tarah's elder brother ) walked into the house, dropping his bag. "Hey, family! How's everyone?"

Noticing Tarah's tears, his smile faded. "what's wrong Tarah?"

Raj's expression turned serious. "Tarah received an admission offer from Oakwood High School."

Vihaan's eyes widened in surprise. "That's incredible! But why the tears?"

Raj explained, "She's hesitant, fearing pressure and change."

Tarah sniffled, wiping away tears. "I don't want to go, bhai. I'm scared."

Vihaan sat beside Tarah, comforting. "you'll excel!, you're capable".

Raj added, "And it's a full scholarship. Our family's future will be secure."

Vinita smiled warmly. "We're proud of you, Tarah."

Vihaan nodded. "I'll help you study, You've got this!"

Tarah's tears slowed, replaced by determination.

Vihaan asked, "What's the next step, Papa?"

Raj replied, "We need to confirm her admission by day after tomorrow."

Vihaan assured, "Don't worry, We're with you."

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Raj sat in his armchair, lost in thought. Tarah's admission to Oakwood High School had brought mixed emotions - pride and concern.