This piece is evidence that you're a good writer because as much as I love your work with dialogue, this "heavier, less dramatic" piece was as enjoyable! I felt placed in Abhi's position, confused and slightly annoyed with why all this was being made so easy, why the "greedy" Chasmish wasn't asking for anything. I mean come on Abhi you've been living with her all this time and it strikes you now that she never asked for money! The memories and the present all kinda crashed down together and I'm glad SOMETHING finally struck this man! Sarla Ma's response was one I enjoyed because finally she wasn't the faint old woman, but the strong woman who could live with her daughter and live a good life too. I'm really excited to read more! Hmm maybe Purab spills or Abhi does something nuts? I dunno LOL! Update soon (:
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