The shrill college bell pierced the afternoon silence as Sakshi finished her last exam, Accountancy. With her hard work combined with Ayush's unconditional support, she was able to tally five out of the six balance sheet problems. She flung her ID card in the air and caught it with a broad grin. In a month, she would be an official B.Com graduate.
Sauntering to the main gate, she planted her hands on her hips and peered at the vibrant college. A major portion of her life in the last three years flowed away in this building. In her heart, she made a wish to continue here for her MBA course. Sitting on a high cement bench under the shade of the parking lot, she swung her legs like a pendulum, eyeing the gate for her brother.
Vinnati ran up to her, clutching her purse between her teeth and stuffing her stationery into her bag.
"Hey, Vini!" Sakshi ran up to her, helped her pack her belongings, and trapped her in a tight hug.
"Congratulations to us, we did it, bae!" Vinnati said.
"We'll be undergraduates now. How fast time flies!"
Vinnati nodded. "How was the paper?"
"To my surprise, it was pretty easy. I got five sums correct."
"Five?! Man! I wish I had a personal mentor like Ayush."
Sakshi bit her lower lip and smiled. "Keep it down, someone might hear us."
"No one will bother us within these walls. So what's your plan for the vacation?"
"Honestly, nothing. Just wait for the election results, stay locked up, and prepare for MBA. What about you?"
"After what you said, I don't feel like saying anything."
"It's alright, I won't be sad." Sakshi brushed imaginary tears with the pads of her thumb.
Vinnati smiled and shook her head. "We're going to my village next week."
"Woah! I wish I could come along."
"I know right! They also have a spice exhibition lined up."
"These fairs and exhibitions are truly a gift."
"Cause that's where you found Ayush?"
"Spot on. Enjoy your vacation and don't forget to get me traditional bangles."
"Surely, bae. I'll miss you!"
"Likewise, Vini. Oh, Bhaiyya has come! I must get going.
They gave each other a parting hug and Sakshi scurried to her brother's jeep. She waved to Vinnati one last time and got into the vehicle.
"Want some water, Saash?" Ranveer asked.
"No, Bhaiyya. I can't B.Com is finally over!"
"Same with me, it's like I just accompanied you to your LKG classroom, now you're a graduate. Not just any graduate-you're the first girl in our generation to finish college," Ranveer said with a proud smile.
"Can I get an ice cream to celebrate?"
"For sure. Just wait till your results are out, Baba will throw a grand party!"
"A close-knit celebration will do."
"Let's see."
Just then, her phone vibrated with Ayush's call. She cut the call and sent him a curt reply, 'can't talk now, please text.' A message from him popped on WhatsApp.
Ayush: Hi, yaara!
Sakshi: Hey :)
Ayush: How was ur final exam?
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Beyond The Golden Skies
RomanceSakshi Rani Kumar, the daughter of the powerful Kumar family, is treated as a puppet in her family's dangerous political games. When she crosses paths with Ayushman Singh, an aspiring musician, he sparks warm feelings in her heart. As they spend tim...
