"A Chance Encounter: The Unseen Hero"

As Om was preparing to leave, he was approached by Seema, who asked, "But Om, everyone thought you were dead. You've been missing for nearly five years. You should have come back at least once, right?"

Om responded, "Yes, I know. But Seema, do you think it matters to me? Did anyone really care whether I was alive or dead? I was insignificant before, and even after my supposed death, nothing changed. So what difference does my return make?"

Seema replied, smiling, "Well, Om, you have certainly changed. You look quite handsome and cool."

Anshika, with a hint of sarcasm, added, "That's why you're showing off now. You look good, after all."

Om, with a calm smile, retorted, "Seems like someone here is forgetting who was more arrogant about their own beauty."

He then turned to Seema and said, "It was nice meeting you both, but I must leave now. My family is waiting for me. So, goodbye."

As Om turned to leave, Seema whispered to Anshika, "What was that behavior? Even if he's alive, don't forget he tried to end his life because of you. Just let it go."

Anshika, feeling embarrassed, responded, "Forget the apology. With his attitude, he doesn't deserve it."

Seema, still concerned, said, "Don't forget that because of him, you've been having nightmares. Maybe if you apologize, you might find peace from those dreams."

Remembering her nightmares since Om's supposed death, Anshika suddenly called out, "Wait, Om!"

Om, surprised, turned back and asked, "What now? Any more complaints?"

Anshika and Seema approached him. Anshika hesitated before saying, "Um, I apologize. I should have spoken to you properly earlier."

Om, trying to read their minds, pretended not to hear and said, "What did you say?"

Anshika, feeling more embarrassed, clarified, "I mean, I shouldn't have acted that way towards you, and whatever happened because of me..."

Just then, Om suddenly looked around, putting his finger to his lips, and then ran off. Seema and Anshika were left confused by his behavior. They noticed a growing crowd at a corner of the mall.

Seema, worried, said, "What's going on over there? Why is everyone gathering?"

Anshika casually replied, "Maybe there's a fight. People love watching that. Look how Om ran off."

As they reached the crowd, they saw a 19-20-year-old girl hanging from a rope, desperately trying to hold on. Her mother was crying out, "Hold on, dear! Mommy is here! Don't panic! Someone help my daughter!"

Despite many trying to help, their efforts were in vain. The rope was gradually fraying, and the girl's grip was slipping. Suddenly, with a crack, the rope snapped, and the girl screamed.

But just then, Om dashed in, swinging from another rope to grab the girl and pull her to safety. The crowd was stunned as Om, holding the girl with one hand and the railing with the other, managed to save her. A few people quickly assisted in pulling them to the ground.

Seema and Anshika were amazed, unable to believe their eyes. Om had risked his life to save the girl, demonstrating incredible bravery.

The girl's mother, overjoyed, hugged her daughter and thanked Om. "Thank you so much for saving my daughter. I can't express how grateful I am."

Om, catching his breath, replied, "No need to thank me, Auntie. I was just doing my duty."

After a few moments, the crowd dispersed, leaving only Seema and Anshika. They watched as Om approached them.

Anshika, still in disbelief, said, "I can't believe it's really you. You've changed so much."

Seema added, "Yes, Om. You're a hero now."

Om smiled and said, "It was good seeing you both, but I really must go. Farewell."

As Om walked away, Seema and Anshika watched him leave, their minds filled with a mix of awe and confusion.

Hello, everyone! How did you find the story? Please let me know in the comments and don't forget to leave a review. See you in the next chapter, and follow me for more amazing stories. Take care!