Unbinding Tradition

89. Forbidden love 😔

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The morning sun bathed the vast lands of Rajasthan in a golden glow as the car rolled steadily down the dusty path leading to Kim Haveli. Inside, the atmosphere was a mix of excitement and tension.

Jiminee sat in the front seat beside Raghu Kaka, her hands folded in her lap, though her mind was elsewhere—on Mingyu. A hopeful smile played at the corners of her lips as she imagined finally speaking to him, telling him about her feelings.

At the back, Tae sat beside Sumi, her fingers gently stroking Hyunnie’s soft hair as he leaned against her. Mani sat beside her mother, humming a small tune while playing with the edge of her dress.

Tae, however, wasn’t at peace. Her stomach churned with unease.

If Jungkook found out Jiminee had met Mingyu, there would be trouble—serious trouble. And not just for Jiminee, but for her as well.

Her husband's anger had only worsened over time, his patience thinning like fragile glass. The last thing she wanted was to be caught in another storm.

Tae sighed, adjusting her dupatta as the car finally came to a halt before the grand Kim Haveli. The once-familiar sight brought a bittersweet feeling to her heart.

The moment the car stopped, Jiminee wasted no time. She pushed the door open and ran inside, calling out in excitement.

“Nana-sa! Nani-sa!”

Her voice rang through the quiet courtyard, and soon, two smaller voices joined her.

“Nana-sa! Nani-sa!”

Hyunnie and Mani called out, their little legs carrying them as fast as they could toward the house.

On the veranda, Mr. Kim, who had been seated in his usual spot sipping his morning tea, looked up. The sight of the children running toward him brought an immediate smile to his face.

Mr Kim- Ah, my little birds have arrived! (he chuckled, setting his cup aside as Hyunnie and Mani flung themselves at him, their tiny arms wrapping around his legs)

Mr. Kim bent down, gathering them both into his arms.

Mr Kim- My, my, have you both grown taller? (he teased, gently ruffling Hyunnie’s thick hair)

Hyunnie giggled, his small hands cupping his grandfather’s cheeks.

Hyun- Nana-sa, I big boy now! Very big! (he declared, spreading his arms wide)

Mr Kim- Oh? Then can you carry me now? (he asked playfully)

Hyunnie’s eyes widened before he pouted.

Hyun- Nooo… Nana-sa heavy, very very heavy!

Mani, standing beside them, giggled behind her hands.

Mani- Nana-sa eats too many laddoos!

Mr. Kim gasped in fake offense.

Mr Kim- Oh? So that’s what you both think? (he playfully poked Hyunnie’s belly) And what about you, little prince? Have you been eating all your vegetables?

Hyunnie scrunched his nose, hiding his face in Mr. Kim’s neck.

Hyun- Nooo, veggies yucky!

Tae and Sumi, who had stepped forward, chuckled at the scene.

Mrs. Kim, having heard the commotion, came rushing from the kitchen, wiping her hands on her saree. The moment she saw Tae and Sumi, her face lit up.

Mrs Kim- Tae! Sumi! (she called, her arms immediately opening for them)