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The room was divided.
Bondita pressed her lips together, torn between amusement and propriety. Anirudh’s brows arched, as if silently questioning Aarohi’s audacity. Batuk chuckled quietly, while Somnath … somnath simply stared, bewildered and fascinated.
For Aarohi, heat rushed to her cheeks. Shit. They probably think I’m parading around half-naked. Great job, Aarohi. Fashion crime of the century.
Bondita finally broke the silence, her tone gentle yet firm. “Aarohi, perhaps tomorrow we shall arrange proper attire for you. Tonight… let us eat.”
Kaka huffed but stayed silent. Shubhra quietly served more food, diffusing the tension. The clatter of plates slowly replaced the awkwardness.
Aarohi sat down, muttering to herself, “At least the food hasn’t time-traveled. Thank God for Bengali cuisine.”
The night wore on. Between nervous laughter, curious glances, and sharp stares, one truth settled in the Roy Chaudhary Mansion —
Aarohi was no longer just a guest. She was becoming part of their story.
And destiny had only just begun its game.
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End of Chapter 5:- The embrace of destiny