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**Rudra’s Farmhouse - Night**
*Rudra paced in his room, anxiety eating at him.*
Rudra: Why can’t I sit still? *Siya's words played on repeat in his head.* What is she talking about with my grandparents? Is she really leaving me?
*Nehaal sat in another corner, haunted.*
Nehaal: *Why would Maahi frame me for something so horrible?* *The thought felt like a punch, leaving his chest hollow.* This can't be true.
*Nivyansh sat nearby, worry shadowing his face.*
Nivyansh: *My brother’s marriage... Nehaal's life... everything’s a mess. How did we end up here?*
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**Inside Rudra’s Room**
*Nalini eyed Siya, curiosity etched on her face.*
Nalini: Family?
*Siya's fingers twisted together nervously.*
Siya: Uh... yes.
*Nalini’s brow furrowed.*
Nalini: But your parents died in a car accident, right?
*Siya nodded, swallowing hard.*
Siya: They did. But my cousins... they’re my family now.
*Bhuvan leaned forward, curiosity turning serious.*
Bhuvan: Cousins? Where are they? You’ve never mentioned them.
*Siya took a shaky breath.*
Siya: I... I was scared to talk about them. *Her voice wavered.* I was threatened... *She trailed off, her mind racing.* Anyway, I have a photo. Let me show you.
*She left the room, returning quickly with a photo frame, handing it to Nalini.*
*Nalini’s eyes widened as she stared at the picture.*
Nalini: This boy...
*Siya’s voice tightened.*
Siya: Yes, that’s Ahaan, my cousin. Why?
*Bhuvan gently took the frame, his face darkening as he examined it. Memories rushed back.*
Bhuvan: *The boy who accused Nehaal...* *He cleared his throat, trying to cover his reaction.* Oh, it’s nothing, beta. Just... just got emotional seeing a beautiful family.
*Siya felt uneasy, but she forced a nod.*
Siya: Alright.
*Bhuvan offered a kind smile.*
Bhuvan: Go rest, beta. We’re heading back to the mansion tomorrow. Pack your things.
*Siya’s heart ached, the idea of leaving Rudra hurting more than she expected.*
Siya: Okay... *She whispered.*
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**After Siya Left**
*Nalini’s hands trembled slightly.*
Nalini: Bhuvan... that boy. He’s the one who accused Nehaal, right? Poor Siya. She’s so kind, and people just use her.
*Bhuvan sighed deeply.*
Bhuvan: Yes, but... I saw something in his eyes. Honesty. Anger. I don’t think he was lying.
*Nalini’s eyes narrowed.*
Nalini: Are you saying Nehaal might be guilty? You slapped him this morning, and now this? How can you not trust him?
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Saanjh: Bound by love and revenge
General FictionRudra, a ruthless CEO, marries Siya, an innocent girl, in a twisted game of revenge. He'll stop at nothing to break her, but will she survive his cruelty. Nivyansh, a charming billionaire, hides his vulnerable heart. Ahvi's kindness awakens his deep...
