The night was silent, the room wrapped in quiet. Somia stood near the window, lost in thoughts of someone. Suddenly, Parv's voice came from behind.
Parv: Somia.
Somia (smiling): You came?
Parv: You called me, and I didn't come? Could that ever happen?
Somia: No.
Their conversation flowed smoothly until Parv's phone rang. The screen lit up with Vihaan's name.
Parv: Hello.
Vihaan: Where are you?
Parv: Hotel Maharana, five-star.
Vihaan: You mean Somia is with you?
Parv: Yes.
Vihaan: But why are you staying there?
Parv: The rain was heavy.
Vihaan: Okay, take your time and get home safely.
Parv: Okay, bye.
Parv ended the call and turned back to Somia. Silence returned to the room—but now with a hint of unease.
Meanwhile, RV was sitting on her bed, studying intently. Books were open, and her focus was absolute. Suddenly, Mahi came and sat beside her.
Mahi: Aren't you going to sleep?
RV: No, I need to study.
Mahi: All this studying, what will you do with it?
RV: Until I study, how will I gain knowledge? And without understanding, how will I help Bhaiya in his company? If I join without preparation and make a mistake… Bhaiya built Dad's company to where it is today through his own hard work.
Mahi: Don't you want your own company too? Bhaiya has already taken Dad's company forward.
RV: I want to take Dad's company to greater heights too. Two advantages—first, the company grows stronger; second, I get closer to Bhaiya.
Mahi: Rudra Bhaiya loves you a lot.
RV: I know.
Mahi: Then talk to him once.
RV: I'll do something good for him first, then!
Mahi: Alright, future CEO!
At that moment, Mahi's phone rang.
Mahi: Hello? What? Okay, fine. (Call ends)
RV: Who was calling at this hour?
Mahi: Bhaiya. They're leaving for India tomorrow.
RV: Don't tell me you're going too?
Mahi: Not saying, but—
RV: So you're going.
Mahi: Yes, everyone is going, so I am too.
RV: Fine. You go.
Mahi: You're not coming?
RV: No, too much work here.
Mahi: It's just one day.
RV: No, no, no.
RV got up and lay down on the bed.
Mahi: RV—
But by then, RV was already asleep.
Meanwhile, Aashka stood in her nightwear.
Vihaan: What are you wearing?
Aashka: Don't you know what I want?
Vihaan: No. Tomorrow we go home, and the wedding is in a few days. Everything after that!
Aashka: You mean now?
Vihaan: Whatever happens, after the wedding.
Aashka: You're completely different from others.
Vihaan: Why? I didn't seem good?
Aashka: Anyone else would say it directly, but you're different. I love you.
Vihaan: Me too.
Aashka lay down on the bed. Vihaan quietly left the room.
Aashka: Where are you going?
Vihaan: Home. The way is clear now.
Aashka: Okay, bye!
Outside, Somia stepped out, ready. Parv froze as he saw her.
Somia: What's wrong?
Parv: You look so beautiful.
Somia: Your intentions don't feel right.
Parv: What do you mean?
Somia: You're smart!
She came and sat beside him.
Somia: Now I understand!
Parv: But—
Somia: What can be done tomorrow, do today. What can be done today, do now.
Parv: But before the wedding—
Somia: Why are you stuck in old-fashioned thinking?
Parv: You want this?
Somia: What's wrong with it? The wedding is happening anyway.
Parv gently lifted her.
The next morning, Parv and Vihaan were at the airport.
Parv: When will your beauty queen arrive?
Vihaan: She'll come. When will Mahi arrive?
Just then, Mahi arrived, and Parv and Vihaan embraced her.
Parv: Here she is!
Vihaan: How are you?
Mahi: Very good.
Parv: Mahi's here, but yours—
Vihaan: She'll come!
Mahi asked about the girl Vihaan had seen without telling anyone. Soon, Aashka arrived with her bag and purse.
Parv: Your beauty queen has arrived.
Mahi: This will be your sister-in-law.
Aashka: Hello, who's this?
Vihaan: This is Mahi, Parv's sister.
Aashka: Hi, I'm Aashka.
Mahi: Namaste, sister-in-law.
They prepared to board the flight, faced a few hiccups with tickets, but finally got them. Parv called Vihaan while walking.
Vihaan: Reached?
Parv: Yes.
Vihaan: Okay, we'll talk after, because now—
Parv: Okay.
The airport was bustling with people.
Mahi: Where's Bhaiya?
Parv: They'll arrive.
Somia (slightly tired): Shall we go?
Parv: Okay.
They walked quickly. Parv pulled out his phone.
Vihaan: If you'd waited a bit longer, what then?
Parv: Sorry, yaar. Somia was tired.
Vihaan: Wow! Does she see anything in front of her girlfriend?
Parv: And you?
Vihaan: Yes, my shoe. And my own head.
Parv (laughing): Vihaan!
Vihaan: Alright, I'll keep it. Bye.
Parv: Bye.
Parv ended the call and moved ahead. The air was filled with light laughter—and a subtle tension of storms yet to come.
Meanwhile, RV, Nidhi, Deepti, and Swara were on a call. The mood was light, joking, but RV's face revealed unease.
Swara (excited): I sent the photo. How's my child?
Deepti (laughing): No, no, you'll be my daughter-in-law.
Nidhi: Come on, tell us. Both boys are good, why think so much?
Swara: Tell us quickly!
Deepti: Yes, we're waiting for your answer.
Swara (smiling): I'm excited to bring her home as my daughter-in-law.
Deepti: She'll be my daughter-in-law, right?
Swara: No, Deepti. RV will be my daughter-in-law.
RV's patience broke.
RV (firmly): Both of you calm down. Mom, I don't want to get married. Does anyone decide marriage by seeing photos?
Nidhi (softly): Son, both boys are good. Don't you trust your Bhaiya?
RV (calm but clear): I do. But I'm not ready to marry yet.
Suddenly, Deepti and Swara heard voices nearby.
Deepti: Here it is, I'll keep it.
Swara: And it's here too.
Nidhi: Okay, bye.
RV (coldly): Bye.
The call ended. RV stared at her phone for a few seconds, then threw it on the bed, frustrated and confused.
Her eyes asked a question clearly—will everyone really make decisions about her life without her?
And the biggest question—will the one she's running from turn out to be her fate?