Beyhadh
Coincidence?
“As a person gives up old garments to put on new ones. Similarly, the soul accepts new material bodies to replace the old and useless ones.”
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
"Are you okay?"
As the soft, melodic voice floated through the haze of my mind, I slowly began to regain consciousness. I blinked, squinting against the brightness that enveloped me. A woman's face emerged from the light, her features gentle and warm, a sweet smile gracing her lips as if she were a guardian angel watching over me.
But when I opened my eyes again, the scene shifted. I found myself nestled in the familiar comfort of my bedroom.
With the thrill of victory still coursing through my veins, I packed my bag after another hard-fought fencing match. The scent of sweat and adrenaline lingered in the air as I made my way to the door, my heart still racing from the excitement. Just as I reached for the handle, a foil suddenly whizzed past me, barely grazing my face. The sharp clang of metal rang out.
The challenger emerged from the shadows, a determined glint in her eyes.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“I could’ve gotten hurt, you know.
Rudra Roy(ML)
But I must admit, I admire your style of challenging me to play. Unfortunately, I can’t.”
I turned to leave, but she blocked my path again.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Come back tomorrow at 9 if you’re so eager to lose,” I shot back, trying to maintain my bravado. But she wasn’t having any of it.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Seems like you’re in the mood to lose today,” I teased, relenting just a bit. “Alright, five minutes.”
With a quick flurry of movement, I found myself on the defensive. “Congrats on losing,” I remarked, half-joking, as I fought with a light touch. But then, in an unexpected twist, my foil caught her headgear, and I felt a pang of guilt.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“I’m so sorry, ma’am. I didn’t mean to hurt you. You’re a fantastic fencer, but today just wasn’t your day.” I offered a genuine smile. “We played well, though. See you around.”
Just as I turned to leave, she sprang into action, attacking me with the ferocity of a wild animal.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Do we have some kind of connection?” I asked, bewildered by her relentless pursuit. “What’s your problem?”
Frustration boiled over, and I pinned her against the wall with my foil, my voice steady.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“I belong to the 21st century. I won’t hurt a girl, but I won’t get hurt either. I’m not made to lose.”
With a surge of determination, she pushed back, throwing a paper at me, pinning it to my chest with her foil. I hissed in pain, shock coursing through me.
Rudra Roy(ML)
FUCK!
“ARE YOU MAD? Are you crazy?”
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
“People consider me that,”
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Crazy?” I echoed, disbelief etched on my face.
She shook her head, a smirk dancing on her lips.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
“Maya Jaisingh. I’m the lady whose next book you’ll be publishing—at least, that’s what you wrote in this article,”
she said, gesturing to the paper pinned to my chest.
I frowned, scanning the article.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“This is nonsense,” I muttered.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
“I know,”
she replied, her tone ice-cold, locking her gaze with mine.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
“That’s why I’m here to talk some sense into you. Next time, think before you write. Because big dreams and small status shed blood.”
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Just a moment,”
I called after her, but she walked away, leaving me grappling with her words and the unexpected intensity of our encounter.
Author
That’s it for now. What do you think about it?
The Threads of Madness
“When the wounds of the heart overwhelm one’s mind,people often call it craziness. Craziness,which is both passion and relief. Craziness makes you lonely. But there are some people whose biggest strength is their craziness.”
Rudra Roy(ML)
Rudra leaned back in his chair, his brow furrowed in disbelief. “Ananya, did you publish this article?”
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Ananya's eyes lit up momentarily, then dimmed with a sigh. “Sadly, no. Neither this news is true, nor have I published it.”
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
With a hint of mischief, she added, “But wouldn't it be wonderful if it were?”
Rudra Roy(ML)
Rudra rolled his eyes, half-amused and half-exasperated. “Are you mad? She’s a psycho. I’d rather jump from the 20th floor than sign her.”
He motioned to his assistant, Rohit, urgency in his voice. “Find out who published that article.”
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Ananya tilted her head, curiosity piqued. “How do you know she’s a psycho? It’s not written here.” Her gaze darted to the article.
Rudra Roy(ML)
smirked, pointing to the wound on his chest. “It’s right here. MAYA JAISINGH,” he declared.
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Ananya’s excitement bubbled over. “She did that? Oh my god! You met Maya Jaisingh!”
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Excuse me... Blood... Injury... Psycho...” Rudra emphasized, trying to regain focus.
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Ananya continued, unfazed. “She’s been a bestselling author for three years straight!”
Rudra Roy(ML)
Rudra shrugged dismissively. “So what? I could find plenty of authors.”
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
“Nobody has seen her face in three years!” Ananya exclaimed. “No social media, no pictures, nothing. And you... you met an enigma.”
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Technically, it wasn’t a meeting. It was an attempted murder.”
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
“Drama queen,” Ananya teased. “Seriously, how is she?”
Rudra Roy(ML)
“A witch,” Rudra replied dryly.
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“Ahhh!” Rishi’s shout echoed through the room.
Mritunjay Roy(ML Dad)
“Diya, do it carefully!” Mritunjay urged, concern etched on his face.
Antara Roy(ML Mom)
Antara rushed in, her eyes wide. “Why did he scream?”
Diya Mehta(BFF of ML Mom)
“Relax, he’s fine. I’m a doctor; delivering babies is my daily job,” Diya reassured them.
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“I’m okay, Dad,”
Antara Roy(ML Mom)
“But how did he fall into the water?” Antara pressed.
Diya Mehta(BFF of ML Mom)
“His leg got stuck in a rope,” Diya said, her tone calm. “He’s fine now. Let him rest.”
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“Yeah, Mom, I need some rest,” Rishi insisted as the room emptied.
Once alone, he dialed a friend. “What’s up, buddy? I need details on a car. Thanks.”
He hung up, pulling a cigarette from his pocket when—
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Rishi! What are you doing?” Rudra's voice cut through the silence.
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“Brother!” Rishi exclaimed, startled.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Don’t act smart. Next time I catch you with that, I’ll break your bones,” Rudra warned, his eyes fierce.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“How did you drown?”
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“My leg got stuck in the rope. I have no idea,” Rishi replied, shaking his head.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Great!” Rudra exclaimed sarcastically. “I heard you were saved by a girl?”
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“She’s not just a girl; she’s an angel. Like fire,” Rishi said, a dreamy smile spreading across his face.
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Really? That fire might burn you one day,” Rudra warned.
Mritunjay Roy(ML Dad)
Mritunjay entered, eyebrow raised. “I heard you got hurt while fencing.”
Rudra Roy(ML)
“Please try to listen less,” Rudra shot back coldly.”
Mritunjay Roy(ML Dad)
“Rudra! Come here, son,” Mritunjay beckoned, trying to tend to Rudra’s wound.
Rudra Roy(ML)
Rudra flinched, holding his hand away. “Those who hurt you don’t regret their actions.”
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“Dad! Why aren’t you ready? The guests are coming for the party!” Rishi interrupted, eager to avoid any more tension.
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
“It’s your anniversary! Your big day!” Rishi added, excitement in his voice.
Rudra dragged his feet into the party, a sense of dread washing over him. Despite his reluctance, Rishi had insisted he come.
Antara Roy(ML Mom)
“Rudra’s here! Let’s cut the cake!” Antara exclaimed, her smile bright.
Inside, Rudra’s heart sank. This was all a charade, a pretense of a happy family. He forced a smile, just for Rishi and his mother’s sake.
**On the call**—flashback:
???
“Maya, as you asked, I’ve got the fake article published. Ruan Publications has signed you.”
**Another flashback**: Maya tugging on the rope, her expression fierce.
As she stood before a picture of a couple, her gaze fixed on the bracelet on the man’s wrist.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
“I have a strange connection with pain. Neither can I bear it... nor can I let it go,” she whispered to the silence, her heart heavy with unspoken truths.
The brewing storm
“Trouble brewed over two brothers, each a sibling yet starkly different in character, both blissfully unaware of the looming chaos ahead.”
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**Maya**
*On the call*
???
Someone is looking for your address.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
Good. You didn’t keep us waiting too long.
Maya: Let him have it. Share the address.
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**Rudra**
*Later, at the party*
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
Rishi: I owe you one. See you later.
I overheard him saying this to someone on the phone.
Rudra Roy(ML)
Are you paying off someone’s debt?
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
Just a friend’s call. I borrowed notes from him back in college.
Rishi: You know how it is—the Roys always pay their debts, right?
Rudra Roy(ML)
Don't become like dad by quoting his lines.
I know Rishi admired our father, and I didn’t want to shatter that illusion by revealing the truth about the man he idolized.
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
You mean… charming, popular, cool? Okay, I’ll try not to.
Rudra Roy(ML)
So, whose address were you hunting for?
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
There’s a girl.
Rudra Roy(ML)
A girl? Well, look at you! My baby brother is growing up.
Rudra Roy(ML)
And why do you need her address?
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
Bro, TMI.
Rudra Roy(ML)
Since when did we start keeping secrets?
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
Ever since I matured
Rishi Roy (ML Brother)
I’ve got to head out now.
I was about to stop him, but then—
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Rudra, we need to talk. It’s important.
I turned to her, intrigued.
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Apparently, the article about Maya? It was written by nobody.
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
The PR company that sent it to the newspaper? Their address is fake.
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A storm brewed, one that had the potential to elevate one brother to unparalleled heights while sending the other spiraling into an abyss.
???
Someone else is also looking for you.
???
No, it’s his good friend and partner, Ananya. Do you want to make things easier for her?
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
The company doesn’t exist, Rudra. Our staff tried to trace it, but nothing surfaced.
Rudra Roy(ML)
Something feels off. Neither that article nor Maya is what they seem.
Ananya Dutt (ML BFF)
Silly, the article is fake, not Maya. If we sign her, we’re set for life.
Rudra Roy(ML)
She’s a wild card. The more we stay away from her, the better.
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Only the storm knew which brother would weather its fury. And the storm’s name was… Maya.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
Rudra will come. Alone. And then, his wait will be over. Until then, let him suffer.
Maya Jaisingh (FL)
Of course… his good friend. Let her keep him company for now.
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