UNITED AGAIN BY LOVE.

THE END

Arjun reached the spot and saw only Roshini on the floor, pondering about something deeply. He was visibly confused. He turned left and right, searching for Darsh and Rocky. he spotted them under a tree. he walked closer for a better view.

Arjun saw a man and a woman sitting on an old stone bench under the massive peepal tree. It looked like a beautiful scene to witness once in a lifetime. Their presence felt ancient, peaceful, divine. In front of them, sitting cross-legged on the ground, were Darsh and Rocky, listening like children sitting before a guru. Arjun approached them.

The couple's gaze shifted to Arjun.

oh! Arjuna, come on. you're late. the man said while the woman smiled. The boys were shocked to know that the man was aware of them.

How do you know us? Rocky asked, confused.

The man's eyes held something impossibly deep- calm, kind and powerful.

" I know each and every one of you," He said simply and gazed at his wife who smiled softly.

Darsh's frustration grew, why don't you answer our questions, straight?

the man laughed. alright. shoot the questions darsha. he said

WHO. ARE. YOU? Darsh asked.

I'm Annamallai and this is my wife Unnamallai. We are from Thiruvanamallai. he answered. Arjun stepped forward, his voice thick with gratitude

thank you so much for saving my brothers, ayya. please don't mind Darsh. he is a short-tempered man. I Apologize on his behalf.

the man  lifted his hand gently, dismissing the apology with a calm smile. "Not an issue at all child."

"Arjuna listen carefully." Arjun straightened, something in those words touching a deep part of him.

"life will be difficult for you at times," the man continued. " The path you choose will not always be smooth. but you... you are strong. firm in your decisions. do not give up."

Arjun swallowed, feeling as though every word was meant for a wound he had never spoken out loud.

"Sometimes," the man said, "the person opposite to you may have the same feelings... the same thoughts... But due to circumstances, they may fail to express it, fail to appreciate your effort."
He looked directly into Arjun's eyes.
"But that does not mean they do not see it. Never lose hope, Arjuna. Your heart is pure."

Arjun lowered his gaze, deeply moved.

Then the man turned toRocky.

"Rocky," he said with a warm chuckle, "you have been blessed in ways you don't even understand. Not everyone receives what you have. Never take anything for granted."

Rocky blinked rapidly, clearly fighting emotion.

"The future holds many things for you... many tests," the man continued. "And I know you will pass them all—with the same charm, the same light-hearted mischief that makes you who you are."

Rocky smiled, embarrassed yet touched.

Finally, the man's gaze settled on Darsh.

"Darsh..." he said, his voice dropping to a more powerful register. "In you, I see my younger self."

Darsh stiffened in surprise.

"The same fierceness. The same strength. The same unshakeable confidence."
The man's eyes then softened.
"And above all... loyalty. To the one you love."

Srinila, standing behind, felt her breath catch.

"She is your better half," the man said gently. "Your other half. Without her, your fire has no direction. Without you, her light has no protection."
He paused, as if blessing them through his gaze alone.
"Remember this. Life will test you both. Again and again."