Abhira- Painfully Beautiful

Chapter 61-Aanchal meets with a deadly accident

The moonlight filters through the curtains, casting a soft glow across the room. Akshara lies on her bed, gently stroking Abhir's hair as he sleeps beside her, his tiny hand gripping hers. Her face reflects a mix of love and worry as her thoughts drift to Abhimanyu and the challenges ahead.

Akshu(thinking to herself)-How do I make Abhir understand the truth about the past? He's just a child... How will he handle it? And Abhi... he's hurt because of Ma... How do I help him when I'm battling my own struggles?

Her phone buzzes on the bedside table. She picks it up to see a video call from Abhimanyu. She smiles faintly, as if she knew he'd reach out. When answering the call, she adjusted the volume not to wake Abhir.

On the screen, Abhimanyu's face appears, his expression a mix of weariness and vulnerability.

Akshu(softly, smiling)-I knew you'd call, Abhi.

Abhi(sighs, with a faint smile)-Akshu, you always know.

They stare at each other for a moment, sharing an unspoken understanding.

Akshu-Abhi, what happened? I can read it on your face—something's bothering you."

Abhi(looking away briefly, then back at her)-I'm hurt, Akshu. What Maa did... it broke something inside me. I'm not able to trust her anymore.

Akshu(empathetically)-Abhi... she's your Maa. You have to trust her. Any mother would have done what she did, out of love for her child. You have to try and understand her."

Abhi(challenging her gently)-And in the same way, you should understand Bade Papa too?"

Akshara's expression hardens slightly, and she shakes her head.

Akshu-No, Abhi. It's different. What Bade Papa did... I can't forgive him. I've realized something about my family—they're selfish. But at least your mother loves you, truly. That love makes all the difference.

Abhi(softly)-Akshu...

Akshu(interrupting him with a smile)-Abhiiii...

They both pause, smiling at each other, the tension between them easing.

Akshu(serious again)-But more than that, we have to figure out how to make Abhir understand about the past. I don't know how he'll react. He's just a child, Abhi. What if... what if it hurts him?"

Abhi(reassuringly)-Akshu, we'll make him understand. There's always a way, and we'll find it together. He's a smart boy, and he'll see the love we have for him. Don't worry about it.

Akshara nods, comforted by his confidence.

Abhi(playfully)-Oyeee...

Akshu(giggling)-Oyeee, Abhi...

Abhi(with pleading eyes)-Akshuuuu

Akshara smiles, 

Akshu-Close your eyes Abhi

She begins humming a soft, melodious tune. Her voice is tender, soothing, and filled with emotion. Abhimanyu listens intently, his eyes closing as her voice calms the storm inside him.

As the song continues, Akshara notices Abhimanyu's breathing slow. He's fallen asleep, his face peaceful. She whispers softly and kisses him