chapter -12 Four years later a new beginning

Four Years Later

Arohi, Sukhi, and Ayush were sitting together at a restaurant, catching up after a long time.

Ayush: "So, now that college is over, what's next?"

Arohi: "Obviously, I'm planning to get a job and build my career. What else?"

Ayush: "Good."

Just then, Sukhi suddenly jumped in, "I want to get married and have kids soon." 🙈

Ayush almost choked on his drink and then burst out laughing.

Arohi grinned, "Honestly, even successful people eventually get married and have kids. Looks like our Sukhi just wants to get a head start!"

Ayush, smiling, added, "This girl is totally crazy."

Sukhi giggled and said softly, "Crazy in love with you."

Arohi teased them, "Should I book you two a private room? Why are you trying to make a single girl like me jealous?"

Ayush: "By the way, Arohi, did you apply for any jobs yet?"

Arohi: "Yes, I've applied to quite a few companies. One of them—Raj Pvt. Ltd.—offered me a position with a really good salary. I'm scheduled to talk to the HR tomorrow."

Ayush (thinking to himself): That's Nirvay's company… seems like Arohi doesn't know. It's been years after all.

Sukhi: "That's amazing! You should totally take the offer. A fresher getting such a good salary is rare. We should celebrate if you join."

Arohi: "Yeah, I'm seriously considering it."

Next Scene:

Ayush immediately called Nirvay.

Ayush: "Bro, what's going on? You offered Arohi a job at your company?"

Nirvay: "Yes, I did. She hasn't figured it out yet that it's mine, right?"

Ayush: "From the way she was talking, I don't think she knows. But she could find out."

Nirvay: "She won't. My name isn't listed in any official documents. Everything is under my mom and dad's names. They'll announce me as the CEO next month, so I still have time."

Ayush: "You still love her, don't you?"

Nirvay: "I just… want to stay close to her."

Ayush: "Arohi is a really good girl—she's sweet—but you know she makes you weak, both in mind and body."

Nirvay: "Is it really my fault? I didn't even try to keep her in my mind… and still, she's always there."

Ayush (after a brief pause, smiling softly): "Hmm… she's still inside you. Alright, do what your heart says. Sukhi and I are always with you."

Office – Arohi's First Day

It was Arohi's first day at the office. She was feeling a little nervous but tried to keep herself composed. She introduced herself confidently to the reception staff, though a hint of anxiety still lingered in her voice.

Soon, she was taken to the HR department for the necessary joining formalities and document verification.

After completing all the paperwork, the HR manager smiled and called over a female staff member.

HR: "Please help Arohi settle in and explain her work to her. Also, do assist her whenever she needs help."

The female staff nodded politely and took Arohi along to show her around and help her get started with her responsibilities.

Once Arohi left the HR office, the HR manager immediately called Nirvay.

HR: "She's joined."

On the other side of the call, Nirvay smiled softly.

Nirvay: "She didn't realize, right? That this is my company?"

HR: "Doesn't seem like it."

Nirvay's smile lingered, calm but full of unspoken emotion.