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AquaSandhya

@AquaSandhya

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Posted: 10 years ago

#941

Originally posted by: Janu75
Sandhya,what you said is true!arnav gets away so easily.but I think that's the line between real life and fiction,isn't it?

It's a thin line and An arguable line at that - Of course, it is my personal belief and I maybe wrong here. I don't expect anyone to agree with me.

Like the chicken and egg argument (which came first), the argument about art imitating life or life imitating art goes on (I believe it is both ways).

As long as the reader is aware what is purely fiction, no issues. But when it is imitated in real life or taken as an acceptable example, problems arise. Not everyone can draw that line between fiction and reality, in my humble opinion.

Edited by AquaSandhya - 10 years ago

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Arshi67

@Arshi67

Sparkler

+ 13

Posted: 10 years ago

#942

Originally posted by: AquaSandhya

It's a thin line and An arguable line at that - Of course, it is my personal belief and I maybe wrong here. I don't expect anyone to agree with me.

Like the hen and egg theory (which came first), the argument about art imitating life or life imitating art goes on.

As long as the reader is aware what is purely fiction, no issues. But when it is imitated in real life or taken as an acceptable example, problems arise. Not everyone can draw that line between fiction and reality, in my humble opinion.

I do agree with you there. There's so much that is glossed over because the name of the man written about is Arnav. I like how you've shown him introspecting about his behaviour here and telling himself that it's not okay. It's not "macho" barging in with all those accusations. His genuine need to apologise is what is makes him a better person.

Misuse of the very laws that are there to protect the vulnerable, causes such irreparable damage. The doubts that creep in then causes every incident to be viewed with jaundiced eyes.

You know we use the word 'friend' so easily nowadays. A friend is one who is like Khushi, can see beyond the words coming out of Akash's mouth. Like Akash, who can inspire his friend to want to live life again. Relearn the meaning of her name.

It's so true what you wrote of wisdom. Shared experiences across of a spectrum of ages is what adds layers to your understanding and appreciation of life. Joy can be found in the simplest of things if you're happy with yourself.

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MDTharun

@MDTharun

Dazzler

Posted: 10 years ago

#943

Sheethal 's name somehow gives the negative vibes , but you shouldn't have bothered to change it .Shreya is also OK with me 😛 Yes I do agree we fans are biased when it comes to Arnav (Deewangi you see 😉 )

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canapoem

@canapoem

Sparkler

+ 6

Posted: 10 years ago

#944

Originally posted by: AquaSandhya

Sorry Kavita 😔

With no offence, none whatsoever offence meant to the writers who give teasers...I sincerely believe teasers unless carefully planned give away a part of the emotions that are meant to build up in you as a reader as you read the chapter. I want my readers to feel, to experience the suspense of whats to come next and not anticipate the scene that could be coming up. Do I make sense?

Once again, I am not implying anything against the writers who do give teasers.
In fact they maybe making you feel more than what I manage with my writing.

I tried hard during DND days and let me tell you my teasers were hated...because all I could give was the chapter title or an epigraph. Let me also tell you that it'll frustrate you more than tease you.😆

Sorry girls.

P.S - All those who want epigraph teaser, please put up your hands 😃

Thank you for the reply Sandhya.

Sandhya, if you feel that giving out teasers would do injustice to the update, then I am fine if you do not give it.

Secondly about the name change from Sheetal to Shreya, I am sorry that I am also one of your culprits in assuming Sheetal's character to be wicked even before knowing about her.

So many stories on IF have portrayed Shyam and Sheetal as wicked that it is extremely tough to visualize Sheetal as anything else. Actually I am glad you changed the name so that now I can look at that character with a neutral approach.

Thirdly thank you again for giving us more information about IPC 498A and how women are misusing it.

Can I share a small story here about someone whom I know.

This is the story of my mother's friend's son who is one year my junior. From childhood he used to always borrow my notes and text books for reference and I have known him as such a sweet guy.

A couple of years earlier he got married and later after about 2 years I heard he got divorced. Ofcourse these are very sensitive issues, no one wants to ask what happened. But later we came to know that the girl was already in love with another guy of some other caste and she was forced to marry my friend by her parents.

I also heard that she used to always fight with him for small issues and make it big and never be happy or let him be happy. Later they found out that she was still in touch with her lover and she was just making excuses to live with my friend.

I also came to know that the reason she had not applied for divorce was that if she applies for divorce she would not get any compensation or any money.

But my friend and his parents got so frustrated that they applied for a divorce and I believe as divorce settlement they had to give her all the gold jewelry and few lakhs of rupees just to get rid of her.

I felt so bad after hearing this as I have seen him grow up along with us.

God's grace now he is married again and I heard that he is happy now after finding a loving wife.

It is just that all men are not bad and all women are not good.

And I loved when you said that what is a story if it has no social relevance to it.

I really glad that you brought out these issues in the story and I am happy to be a part of it.

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sakhter90

@sakhter90

Voyager

Posted: 10 years ago

#945

Lovely update. I really like akash. Behind all that humour is a vulnerable man who probably lost all faith in marriage. Khushi was a great support. I'm glad she's playing matchmaker. He deserves a nice girl. Glad that Arnav realised his behaviour towards khuhsi was not acceptable. They really rile each other up!

Can't wait for next update.

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sivatharshini

@sivatharshini

Navigator

+ 2

Posted: 10 years ago

#946

Awesome one ! It's getting more and more interesting. Love it .

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Manasa

@ManKiBaath

Voyager

Posted: 10 years ago

#947

My apologies for somehow missing the latter half of the update earlier. I only realized that there was an update to part 2 after going through the comments. But, I am also just realizing that some mistakes are worth it, especially when you end up thinking the second half as your weekly update😊. As Charu said it's been more than a week since the first update.

So, it did not take too long for the green eyes monster to make an appearance. It's not long before he stops being himself. He even deployed the Khushi protection force. Even though his regret and guilt has some part to play in it, I am sure there is lot more to the story, that he realizes now.

He did himself an immense favor with this protection force and his smart thinking. I even liked the way he increased the flame (by calling her "coward") to get Khushi to a boiling point (aka stop and turn around). Looks like the ceiling and his designer twelve inch mattress would be his favorite night companions for a while.

Khushi's predicament is an interesting one. A mother who hates her, a brother who likes her a lot and another brother who is just turning around to her. But, I liked the way she stood for herself and looking forward to some interesting conversations ahead.

Finally, looks like all that amber liquid has some real positive impact on Akash. He might be talking but I am sure whiskey made him thinking.

Hope you got better now and are ready for another round of golf.

Edited by bhavali4RR - 10 years ago

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Arshi2503

@Arshi2503

Navigator

Posted: 10 years ago

#948

Awesome Sandya
I was out of country for a short trip
where network very slow . I just happened to read
Chap 7 and all related comments .
Yes we do have a soft corner for Arnav.But in HOT
his true character is yet to be revealed So we should not come to a
Conclusion so fast . I don't like to read dark ff s .
As you rightly said there are flaws in every human being
This FF is a thought provoking one.keep it up dear
Thanks for the pm