Kamalraj tried really hard to warn Anvay about the enemy within the household however none of his utterances were making any sense.
Just when Kamalraj was about to complete "Asshhh--lesha" he was interrupted by her who entered the room with a tray of food in her hands, "What are you doing here? You shouldn't stress him out like this" she scolded Anvay
"Where were you all this while? My Father was lying down on the floor and struggling down all by himself until I came in" Anvay questioned her in a vexed tone,
"As you can tell from the tray in my hands, where else could I have been besides the kitchen to get his soup?" Ashlesha responded back with the same tone. Anvay calmed down and apologised to her for overreacting, "It's okay and I understand however I request that you don't stress him out any further" Ashlesha told him, with that he left the room wondering about who Kamalraj was hinting towards.
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At the hospital Mahima stood before the billing counter to clear her dues and complete the rest of the formalities to get discharged from there given she had recovered from the injury and was doing better than expected by her doctor. Once the payment was made she headed back to her room to ensure she hadn't left anything behind only to find Lakshya at the doorstep and about to enter, "What are you doing here?"
"Just came to check on you" Lakshya answered
"and who asked you to do so moreover why haven't you left this village yet?" Mahima questioned him in a tone conveying her objection to him showing up.
"It's because of you" Lakshya answered
"Excuse me?" Mahima was taken aback by his response
"It's like I said you aren't safe here, you almost died and that's why... " Lakshya trailed
"So what if I died? what's it to you anyways?" Mahima's question left him dumbfounded
"How can you say that so casually? forget about me but what about your loved ones? Would you also ask them the same 'What's it to you anyways' as well?" Lakshya asked her to which she had no answer.
"If you're done complaining then let's leave" Lakshya told her
"I can go by myself" Mahima asserted
"I'm sure you can but the matron requested me to pick you up, if you've got a problem you can speak to her" Lakshya then pulled out his smartphone and tapped on the matron's contact, once the call got through he handed the phone over to Mahima.
"Did you ask him to pick me up from the hospital?" to which the matron gave her an affirmative response and requested the same from her, "but I can manage alone"
"Don't be so stubborn, you've just been discharged and need to be taken care of which is why just do as I say" the matron insisted
"But-" Mahima was cut off by the matron, "No buts" she told her before hanging up.
"Are you happy now? can we leave now?" Lakshya asked her slightly upset with her initial refusal, however Mahima doesn't really answer and just frowns at him before getting into her wardroom one last time to check if she had left anything behind. Once she was done Mahima stepped out and walked past Lakshya without saying much as he watched her do so.
"What are you waiting for we need to get back now don't we?" Mahima called out as she turned her head back slightly as a cue for him to join her.
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Srishti was at the college auditorium overseeing all the preparations to be done for the annual day function to be held a week later.
On stage was the rehearsal of the Romeo and Juliet play which was being directed by the head of the drama club who Initially it was Srishti who was cast for the role of Juliet however she was replaced by Nyra who pressured the head into casting her by promising them a job in her father's production company. At first Nyra didn't really care much about the play, however when she learnt that Abhay managed to get the lead role she couldn't stand the idea of him playing Romeo for Srishti's Juliet.
Srishti was then subsequently asked to quit the play by the head citing her performance wasn't satisfactory a few days later although everyone knew that wasn't really true. Moreover it was the drama head who initially requested Srishti to play the lead owing to the fact that she has been a child actress previously and knew thar she would have managed to ace the role.
Srishti although upset with their sudden decision didn't bother protesting as she knew it was pointless given she was aware that had she refused to do so then Nyra would have literally made the director's life a hell and sabotaged the entire play just to get back at him and Srishti didn't really want that either.
Since Abhay wasn't around today they were rehearsing the scenes involved between juliet, her mother and the maid.
While Srishti was having a discussion with the rest of the student council members inside the auditorium on the mezzanine floor, a voice called out to her, "stop evading your reality" making her feel quite uneasy.
She then excused herself and stepped outside following which she headed towards the ladies restroom which to her relief was empty at that moment allowing her the opportunity to pull out her smartphone from her bag and call her doctor.
"Yes Srishti, tell me" the psychiatrist answered
"It's happening again I'm hearing her voice once again" Srishti told them
"Okay relax, just close your eyes, take a deep breath and think of something that makes you happy" the psychiatrist advised her hoping it would distract her and bring down her anxiety.
Srishti complied and recalled an outing she had along with her family just a few months ago, it was one of the best family trips she ever had and wanted to go out for another similar trip again. Once the doctor felt that she was okay they advised her to go home early and get some rest for the day before hanging up.
She put the phone back inside her bag, walked towards the sink and pulled up the tap lever allowing the stream of water to pour into the washbasin. Srishti began to wash her hands and used the same to splash water on her face as she closed her eyes and continued doing so until she felt better. Once Srishti was done and opened her eyes she was startled by what she saw in the mirror above the washbasin, her eyes resembled that of a reptile and skin had a scale like texture exactly the way she had dreamt a few days ago.
"This can't be happening" Srishti told herself when someone just entered causing her to panic and turn to face the other side, it was Shruti who then took notice and realised that it was Srishti, "how's it going?" she asked
"Great" Srishti answered
"Why aren't you looking my way?" Shruti wondered if there were something wrong
"No reason" Srishti answered
"Okay, then would you turn around" Shruti insisted
"I can't" Srishti told her
"Why not? Is something wrong?" Shruti asked her
"No it's just that I wish to be alone for a while" Srishti replied however Shruti didn't buy it and just walked ahead of the former forcing them to face her.
"What's the matter and why do you look so anxious?" Shruti asked much to Srishti's surprise who expected a scream of horror from her friend.
Srishti then looked into the mirror once again and was relieved to find that she looked pretty much normal. "It's nothing, just stressed out I suppose"
"I see, take it easy then" Shruti told her
"You're right, I better get going now" Srishti replied and then walked out of the restroom.
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Lakshya parked the car inside the orphanage compound and stepped outside right after Mahima who walked away and then followed her inside where everyone was gathered to welcome her back.
The rest of the staff members congratulated her on her quick recovery, while the matron requested Mahima to join her in the main office so she could discuss an important matter with the latter to which she agreed and followed the matron.
Once they were inside the matron asked Mahima to sit down as she took her own place on the main chair, once Mahima was seated she wondered about what the matron wanted to discuss, "So what is that you wanted to discuss with me ma'am?"
The door behind Mahima opens and Lakshya enters inside much to her annoyance, "Why is he here?" she questioned the matron
"I asked for him to join us" the matron answered who then gestured him to take the seat beside Mahima's who then looked away and turned her attention to matron alone as subtle way of protesting to his presence in the room.
"The reason I've called you is because I've given it some thought, and I believe it's better you leave this place and go back to the city" the matron told her
"I see, and why exactly do you believe that? let me guess... It's because of the person seated beside me right now isn't it?" Mahima responded seemingly quite upset her sudden change of opinion.
"It's not just that, the incident a week back has also given me a reason to send you back" the matron explained
"but that was just a one off incident, how can you decide based on just that alone?" Mahima argued
"She wasn't the one who decided that, it was me" Arvind clarified as he entered the room after overhearing their conversation while outside much to Mahima's surprise, "What are you doing over here Papa?" she asked him
"Lakshya had informed me about how you landed yourself at the hospital after venturing out alone into the forest and that's when I took the call to take you back home" Arvind answered
"You went behind my back and spoke to my father just to get me to leave this place? I must say you really are a piece of work" Mahima snapped at Lakshya, the truth is although Mahima was planning to return to the city she was pretty much irked by his interference
"Someone had to inform him right? I don't get why you're complaining about it" Lakshya reasoned
"Because it's my personal matter, it's my problem, who are you to get yourself involved in it?" She told him off as if to remind him that he was no one to her.
"What are you saying?" Arvind asked his daughter
"It's as you heard it, he is in no position to interfere in my personal matters, I haven't given him that right" Mahima answered
"But he's your-" Arvind was cut off by Mahima, "He's nothing to me, I don't acknowledge nor do I accept whatever happened that day, not now or ever"
"Are you listening to yourself?" Arvind asked her still trying to process what he heard
"It's fine, if that's how she wants it then let's just keep it that way" Lakshya interrupted as he conceded to Mahima's denial and rejection, "however please take her back home" he then turned to Mahima, "I don't wish to interfere in your life nor do I plan on imposing anything on you, I'm not your enemy here in fact I just want help you. If you wish to disown me then that's fine with me but please be reasonable for a change, if not me then atleast listen to your father"
"Not my enemy? Really? You're the son of the man who killed my sister, was responsible for the destruction of my entire clan, you may be oblivious to the enmity between us now but I'll make sure that you get a taste of it someday sooner" Mahima thought to herself
"He's right, even I think it's for the best. Go back home with your father" the matron adviced Mahima
"Are you really sure you want me go back with you? I mean wasn't I the one that disgraced you infront of everyone, after all you do have to live within that so called Society now don't you?" She questioned her father in a scornful manner
"I know you're upset and angry, let's just forget about it and try to move ahead" Arvind advised
"It's easier said then done" Mahima pointed
"That's true but we can try to work it out. Avoiding it is not the solution" Arvind tried to console her
"Okay then... if you say so then let's go back" everyone was relieved by her response following which they walked out of the matron's office, while Mahima headed back to the staff quarters to pack up Lakshya and Arvind headed towards the reception where Shipra and Chandrika were already waiting.
"So are you done with your important work now?" Shipra asked her son
"Yes it's done, you'll needn't stress anymore about staying here any further" he assured them
"Who is he?" Shipra was curious
"He's Mahima's father who's come here to take her back home" Lakshya introduced Arvind
"I see, you must have been worried sick about your daughter, I must say she did make you go through quite an ordeal by running away from home which itself was quite unexpected" Shipra commented
"Which parent wouldn't be? But I wouldn't blame her. To be frank she's the one who's going through an ordeal right now and I'm partly to blame for it" Arvind answered
"What do you mean? How are you to be blamed?" Shipra asked
"Why don't ask your son since he is equally responsible for what happened that night" Arvind told her
"If it's about the groom not showing up then I'm sorry to tell you this but that was indeed the best thing that happened that night" Shipra answered
"Are you even listening to yourself? How is that the best thing? Would you have said the same if it were your daughter instead?" Arvind questioned her
"Yes I would have. Because I wouldn't want my daughter to end up with a serpent and in this case a literal one" Arvind was stupefied hearing what she said,
"This is unbelievable, first it's your son that blabbered this nonsense and now it's you're going on about the same thing" he ranted
"I know it's hard to believe but it's the truth. You should be happy that your daughter has dodged a bullet" Chandrika told him
"If it were just that then I wouldn't have complained however because your grandson had showed up that day my daughter's reputation has been ruined" Arvind snapped at her
Chandrika then looked at Lakshya and asked him, "What is he going on about? Did you show up at her wedding?"
"Yes I did" Lakshya admitted and explained how one of the wedding guests present that night had seen them together at the lodge the other day he met with an accident while on his way to Shiv Nagar as a result of which they began to accuse Mahima of being an infidel leaving both Shipra and Chandrika speechless
"Do you still believe I should be happy about what happened?" Arvind asked her wondering how she'd respond upon learning this
"I don't believe this, I suppose it's indeed true when they say good deeds don't go unpunished, your daughter had only tried to help him, we never expected it would end up like that" Shipra accepted as she began to feel sorry for Mahima.
"Oh that's not all, If your Son hid this from you then I guess it would be foolish of me to expect him to tell you the rest of what happened later" Arvind told them
"What do you mean?" Shipra and Chandrika asked him in unison
"What I mean is that your son-" before Arvind could complete Mahima interrupted him "is quite remorseful and apologetic about what happened, he tried to console me in order to get rid of his guilt but it didn't work and I ended up leaving anyways, nothing else that's all" she lied to them
"Let's go home now Papa, I'm in no mood to discuss what happened that night nor do I want anyone else engage in the same" She urged him, taking the hint he agreed and they left the orphanage as they headed outside followed by the Singh's.
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The cave which was used by the Tantrik to conduct the ritual sacrifices found itself being inspected by visitors who were appalled by it's current state after it was set ablaze.
As some of the men began to probe the site, one of them approached the ashes of the deceased man upon which he had a vision of how the tantrik died, "Who is this serpent that took him down so easily? Could it be her?" he wondered
The reason he came down was to congratulate the deceased tantrik upon the completion if his final sacrifice which would have included him amongst the ranks of the most powerful tantriks in the world. Not only was he shocked but the unexpected death gave him a reason to be alert.
"Let's leave" he ordered to which they all complied and walked out of the place immediately.
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Srishti's parents were surprised to see her come home earlier than expected, "Is everything okay?" Smitha seemed worried
"Not really, It's just that I'm not really feeling like myself these days" Srishti answered
"What do you mean?" Harshad asked
"I think there's something wrong with my mind, first it were the sounds but now i've begun to hallucinate as well" She confided as she tried to maintain her composure however Smitha could tell her daughter was clearly disturbed.
"Did you consult the doctor regarding this?" Smitha asked her daughter
"Yes I did" Srishti answered
"And what did he tell you?" Harshad asked her to which she expressed her disappointment over how the doctor dismissed it as a result of stress and advised her to rest because of which she was allowed to leave early, "what's happening to me mom, I hope I'm not going crazy" Srishti broke down right before her parents who although quite disheartened by the same made sure to console her, "Don't worry, you'll be fine. Just do as the doctor says okay" Smitha embraced Srishti as she tried to ease her mind following which she was sent to her room.
"Do you think we'd need to inform guruji about this?" Smitha asked Harshad
"I don't think so, let's give it sometime. We'll approach him if she doesn't get better in the coming days" Harshad suggested
"Are you sure about this?" Smitha asked as she wasn't really convinced with the idea of having to wait any longer, "yes moreover he just replaced her amulet because which he to would have advised us the same thing" He reasoned to which Smitha couldn't help but agree with even felt overwhelmingly quite anxious at that moment.
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The next morning
Lakshya had entered the house followed by Chandrika and Shipra as the housestaff let them inside when everyone was gathered in the dining room for breakfast. The staff member collected their belongings and was instructed to keep them in their respected rooms allowing them to freshen up and join the rest of the family for breakfast.
"So you've decided that we should fund that orphanage" Anvay quizzed Lakshya as he was having his meal to which the latter replied with a nod.
"Why this one specifically?" Anvay was curious to which Lakshya explained about the warm environment, values imparted, and the integrity of the staff and the matron as the deciding factor, "moreover after the kidnapping incident I felt we should help them upgrade their security level to ensure the children's safety"
"Is that all or is there more to this?" Chetan interrupted, "I mean there are plenty of orphanages here in the city itself but you felt the need to sponsor one that is remotely situated in that village"
"That is exactly why I chose it because these tend to be neglected the most when it comes to financial support" Lakshya countered
"Sure I believe you" Chetan dismissed Lakshya's reasoning
"Why are you so interested in what Lakshya is invested in again? How does it bother you?" Abhay questioned Chetan quite annoyed with his prying however Chetan ignored him, "No answer I see, focus on yourself instead maybe that would keep you from prying into other's matters" Abhay remarked only to get rebuked by Shipra, "That's no way to talk to your brother, now apologise to him" prompting him to reluctantly comply following which they were interrupted by Ashlesha who had approached Anvay, "Sir can I speak to you in private, it's a little important and urgent" she requested
"OK go to my study, I'll join you there in ten minutes" Anvay told her
"Sure" Ashlesha then left for the study room. Once Anvay was done with his breakfast he headed to study room where Ashlesha was waiting for him.
He opened the door allowing him to enter and shut the same as he walked towards his desk. "So what did you want speak about?" Anvay looked at her and could tell she seemed a bit hesistant, "OK What's the matter? Is father okay?"
Ashlesha then spoke, "Actually there's a medical emergency due to which I'll need to leave for my village for which I'll need you to approve my leave"
"Then what about my father? Who will look after him in your absence?" Anvay asked her as he grew upset
"It's just a matter 3 days, I'm sure you can manage till then. Please try to understand, I wouldn't have requested this if it weren't urgent" Ashlesha requested him.
"Okay fine, but make sure you return after 3 days" Anvay agreed much to her relief
"Thank you very much" Ashlesha told him
"You may leave" Anvay told her as she then turned and smirked before leaving the room suggesting she had something planned against them.
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Mahima and Arvind were at the dining table, once Mahima was done with her breakfast she picked up her plate and headed to the kitchen sink to wash the same.
As she was about to step outside Arvind forestalled her, "you need to rest. We've been through a long journey which was tiring as it is, whatever it may be ask your team to handle it"
"But-" Mahima was cut off
"No buts, just go in and rest" Arvind dictated prompting Mahima to get into her room the door to which she had then locked from the inside.
A minute later a voice called out to her, "Let's go"
Mahima then opened the window where she found Ashlesha seated on the sill in her serpent form, "okay" she answered before transforming into an orange colored serpent and slithered her way out through the window along with Ashlesha who then headed to the temple hidden within the forest cave. Upon entering they then assumed their human avatars, "Welcome back Nagrajkumari and Nagmaya" much to their surprise it was Naagraj Bhujang who greeted them.
"What a pleasant surprise Naagraj, I didn't expect you here" Ashlesha was being sarcastic
"Well I had to visit once I learnt about the princess getting her powers back thereby completing her penance" Bhujang answered
"How did you learn about this?" Mahima asked the Naagraj
"I informed him about this naagrajkumari, forgive me if I overstepped my boundaries" Mr. Kailash the priest apologised
"No please don't, I was just asking that's all" Mahima clarified much to the priest's relief.
"Since you're here already it's time we discuss our agenda of the day" Ashlesha told him
"That's right, let's plan on helping Vikram escape from his captivity" Mahima declared
The group continued to have their discussion for over an hour. "Okay so it's final, I hope you won't let me down naagrajkumari" Bhujang seemed hopeful
"Don't worry Naagraj" Mahima assured him following which they dispersed from the temple and left.
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At the college
The psychology lecture was in progress where parapsychology a branch of the main subject was being discussed in class.
The lecturer went on to explain about how one's consciousness survives post their demise and carried on to give out anecdotes related to hauntings and paranormal activities experienced by several people. The lecturer even went on with her own experience relating to the exorcism of a relative and the overall ordeal they went through due to a haunting and possession by a spirit.
"Why do these spirits linger around post their death?" one of the students asked to which the lecturer explained the usual that being unfulfilled desires, revenge and that the spirits at times being unaware of their own death resulting into a residual haunting.
During the session Srishti began to hear the same feminine voice call out to her incessantly due to which she began to experience a migraine. To relieve herself Srishti put her head down on her desk and tried to rest during the ongoing class. Abhay who was seated beside Nyra noticed her from a distance as she writhed in pain felt concerned and immediately informed the lecturer about the same who then directed him to take Srishti to the medical center much to Nyra's disdain.
When they reached the medical center the nurse received Srishti and asked to lie down on the bed until the college doctor showed up with Abhay volunteering to wait around. "Why did you come to college if you weren't feeling well" He asked her as he noticed beads of sweat forming on her forehead.
"I didn't expect it to get this bad" she answered
"So you were unwell since the morning" Abhay pointed though Srishti remained silent however he could tell she was hesitating, "What is it? clearly you seem troubled by something"
"Why do you care so much? If it's because of Lakshya then you needn't feel obliged or guilty-" Srishti was cut off by Abhay, "It's not because of him, It's just watching you feel low is just not you. I know we would quarrel quite a lot but and aren't exactly friends but I don't like this version of you, I am so used to your nagging self"
"Excuse me, I don't nag anyone" Srishti scoffed as she rolled her eyes
"Yeah you do, at least you used to" Abhay asserted
"So what do you want from me now?" She looked at him, "Just be your usual self, If something's bothering you then open up about it" He told her
"If I told you then you'd think that I'm crazy" Srishti refused
"Well you need to tell me first for me to decide if you're crazy or not. Keeping it to yourself would just make it harder for you while sharing it could ease whatever it is agonizing you" Abhay told her
"It isn't something that I can tell just anyone" Srishti hesitated
"Maybe but it would be better than keeping it to yourself, but then again it's your choice" Abhay told her and was about to leave, "Wait" she called out to him prompting him to turn around and sit down on the chair beside the bed.
"Would you believe it if I told you that I hear voices" Srishti asked him
"What kind of voices?" Abhay grew intrigued
"A woman keeps calling out to me, and if that isn't enough I've been hallucinating as well" She confided
"Okay did you see a doctor regarding this?" Abhay asked her to which she replied "yes I did, he claims it's just stress but I don't really think that's the case"
"What do you think?" Abhay questioned, Srishti then explained about how it started ever since her visit to Manasgadh and the weird recurring dreams which are now manifesting themselves as her hallucinations. "As of lately I had a dream where I saw myself turn into a monster and that dream seems to be continuing into my waking reality through hallucinations"
"Hmm... that is quite serious and I honestly don't know how I can help" Abhay admitted "however perhaps our psychology professor could help you, why don't you approach her?" he suggested
"How would she help me?" Srishti was confused
"I don't know but there's no harm in trying" he told her
The doctor then arrived and asked Abhay to leave so they could examine her condition, upon determining that there was nothing wrong with her other than the migraine they gave her a painkiller and asked her to rest till she feels better.
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Vikram who was lying on the floor with his back facing upwards inside the room where he was being held captive by Adish seemed to have been quite exhausted from his continuous attempts to escape. He gathered all his strength and stood up once again to transform into his semi serpent avatar, Vikram then hurled his tail which formed his lower body against the doors and the window only to get electrocuted and have his latest attempt thwarted.
He then reverted back to his complete human self and fell to the floor indicating he was close to passing out. The door creaked open allowing Adish to enter who then examined the room before turning his attention to Vikram.
"Why don't you just speak up and allow me to put you out of your misery?" an intrigued Adish asked the serpent however he did not receive a response
"Someone had entered my space and I guess they are the one who are trying to rescue you. Do you know what this means?..... It means you'll be having company, Naagmaya I suppose" Adish warned Vikram to which the latter sniggered
"What's so funny?" Adish questioned the serpent
"You can try your luck if you want to but you want be able to catch them" Vikram continued to snigger much to Adish's annoyance.
"Only time will tell" Adish then walked out of the room as Vikram became unconscious.
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Arvind knocked at the door to Mahima's room since it was locked from the inside, "We have a visitor, please open the door" he told her however there was no response from the other side causing him to worry and rush to get the spare key to unlock the door. When he entered, to his surprise there was no one inside "If she isn't here then where is she?" he wondered
"What happened papa? Why do you look so worried?" Mahima asked him as she stood behind him near the door.
"Weren't you inside all this while resting?" Arvind asked her
"I was but then I had to step out for a while to use the restroom" She lied since she was out all day and managed to enter the room through the window in her serpent form from where she slithered outside near the door all the while without getting noticed.
"Then why was the door locked?" He asked
"It was jammed, it's been that way for quite a while now" Mahima told him
"Oh is that so? I guess I'll need to get it fixed then" Arvind concluded
"Who is here to visit us?" Mahima asked her father, "It's Mr. Singh your client"
"Okay I'll attend him" Mahima then headed to the living room where she found Anvay waiting for her, "What brings you here all of a sudden?" she asked him
"Your assistant informed me about your return, it must have been tough for you all this while" Anvay expressed his sympathies
"Is that the only reason you've come here?" Mahima wondered
"No it isn't the only reason" Anvay then went on to elaborate over how Shipra's birthday was just a day away and that he wanted her to organize and manage the party they were planning to host.
"Will this be at the hotel or would you prefer to host it at your residence?" Mahima asked
"At our residence" Anvay clarified
"It'll be done" Mahima assured him allowing him to feel at ease as he stood up to leave. As soon as Anvay walked out of the house, a smirk crept up on her face while her eyes began to glow in joy as it was exactly what she wanted and now she had the perfect opportunity to execute her plan.
Arvind then entered the living room and asked her about Anvay's sudden appearance, "He wants me to organize his wife's birthday party at his residence" Mahima informed her father
"And are you comfortable doing that?" Arvind questioned her
"It doesn't matter, this is my work and I can't turn my back on it" She answered
"Very good, keep this up and you'll become successful quite sooner" He praised his daughter
"Ofcourse, that's the intention after all... to succeed in destroying them" She thought to herself as she smiled at Arvind "Ofcourse Papa"
"But what would you do if you run into him?" Arvind questioned her
"Nothing because that person doesn't matter at all" Mahima asserted and then headed back to her room however Arvind wasn't exactly sure about her claim and thought otherwise.
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Srishti entered the staff room and walked right up to her psychology professor, "What is it?" they asked her
"I need to have a word with you in private" Srishti then requested the professor to stay back for a while as everyone was leaving for the day.
"Okay fine" the professor reluctantly agreed. Once all the teachers left and the staff room was empty the professor invited Srishti who had been waiting outside.
"So what is it that you wanted my help with?" the professor asked
Srishti then went on to explain about her hallucinations i.e. both visual as well as auditory and the recurring nightmares which have been plaguing her since the past few days.
"I was wondering if you had an explanation for this" Srishti seemed hopeful as she looked at her professor
"Have you considered that your suppressed memories are trying to surface through your dreams? As far as the hallucinations are concerned I'm not exactly sure, it could be due to stress, or perhaps you're being haunted" Srishti was left speechless as she heard that.
"You mean like a ghost" Srishti asked
"Probably yes" the professor then excused herself to attend an incoming call as her phone began to ring following which Srishti began to hear the woman call out to her, "Why are you giving out your identity? Walk away right now" with that Srishti began to experience a migraine once again causing her eyes to glow and skin to turn scaly. As she turns around Srishti feels herself getting lost in a trance of some sort while the professor who was done with her call began to approach Srishti.
"Is everything okay?" the professor asked her however she didn't reply prompting her to touch Srishti's shoulder "Please turn around" they ordered
Finally when Srishti did turn around the professor is shocked and lets out a scream.
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Bloodmoon @Bloodmoon
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Thanks for the update waiting for the next part✴️