Relief

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"Hello."
"I am Avinash's mother, Aarti speaking"
My heart was pounding on my chest. I was constantly thinking about what she would say next.
"Purvi, when you came to us with your request, I thought you were very selfish. On thinking it over, I realised the stakes were same for you and me, but there was a minute difference! My Avinash will never be the same but your Ayesha can come back and lead a great life."
I couldn't speak. I kept on listening.
Avinash's mother spoke again,"We have given the permission for the operation."
I broke down. In a shaky voice I muttered a Thank You!

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