Teerve had a difficult childhood, characterized by his controlling and abusive parents. They were always critical and demanding, setting high expectations and harsh punishments. As a result, Teerve grew up feeling a deep sense of insecurity and insecurity, always feeling like he was never good enough. This deep-seated trauma and insecurity shaped his personality, making him highly possessive and dominant in his relationships. It also made it difficult for him to trust others, as he always feared rejection and abandonment. Teerve's parents had a cold and distant relationship with each other, and he grew up in a family where love and affection were rarely shown. He never experienced the warmth and support of a healthy family dynamic, which added to his insecurities and feelings of isolation. Despite appearing tough and confident on the outside, Teerve was a broken and damaged person on the inside. Teerve's parents had a traditional view of masculinity, and they expected Teerve to be strong, aggressive, and never reveal any vulnerability. They instilled in him the belief that emotions were a sign of weakness, and he was taught to suppress his feelings and always appear tough and in control. As a result, Teerve's emotional intelligence was severely stunted, and he had a hard time dealing with his own emotions and those of others. Teerve grew up feeling like he had to be the strong one, the one who was always in control. He never learned how to express his feelings or ask for help, and he felt like he had to be perfect and never show any weakness. This constant pressure to be the alpha, the provider, and the protector, only added to his sense of insecurity and fear of rejection.

Teerve's traumatic childhood experiences and his parents' behavior towards him left him with a deep-seated belief that he was not good enough and that he had to be the most dominant and powerful in every situation. Teerve and Sreejitha were initially strangers, they had not seen each other before. However, when Teerve saw her , he was struck by her beauty and gentleness, which stood in stark contrast to his own intense and rough personality. Despite his dominating nature, Teerve admired Sreejitha for her gentle and sweet demeanor, and he felt drawn to her. It was her grace and softness that piqued his interest and made him want to possess and claim her. Their relationship began with an unfortunate event. Teerve's intense and possessive nature led him to take things too far, and he ended up hurting Sreejitha in the process. This event left a mark on their relationship, creating a sense of tension and unease between them. Sreejitha was left feeling scared and intimidated by Teerve's dominant attitude, while Teerve was left confused and remorseful about his actions. This event set the tone for their complex and tumultuous relationship, filled with both love and fear.

...A slap...

Teerve tried to focus on his homework, hoping to distract himself from the tension in the room. But the quiet sound of his mother's and father's voices was too hard to ignore. He listened intently, trying to catch snippets of their conversation. He heard his mother complain about his father's long work hours, and his father grumbled about her constant nagging. Their words were dripping with disdain and annoyance, and it was clear that they were barely tolerating each other's presence.

Teerve looked up from his homework as his father's voice grew louder, his tone hardening with irritation.

"I'm tired of your constant complaints!" His father snapped. "You're always hounding me about something or another. It's like you're never satisfied."

His mother retorted, her voice just as sharp. "Maybe if you were home more often, I wouldn't have to complain all the time. You're always at the office, or at fancy dinners with clients. You're never here with your own family."

Teerve's grip tightened on his pen as he watched his parents exchange harsh words. He had heard this argument before, many times. It was always the same - his mother berating his father for his distance, and his father defending himself by pointing out his long work hours.

"I'm doing what I need to do to provide for this family," his father snapped back. "We wouldn't have this nice house, or the money for everything we own if it wasn't for my hard work."

Teerve's mother scoffed loudly. "You don't think I know that? It's all you ever talk about. Your work, your clients, your big business deals."

His father, clearly annoyed, retorted, "What do you want me to do, then? I'm working my ass off to give us a good life. Is that not good enough for you?"

"It's not just about the money," his mother shot back. "It's about spending time with your family. Your son needs his father."

His father let out a bitter laugh. "My son? You mean that lazy kid who spends all his time locked up in his room, studying or playing those stupid video games?"

Teerve's shoulders slumped as he overheard his father's comment. It stung to know that his own father saw him that way - as a "lazy kid" who wasn't worth his time. He wanted to rise to his own defense, but he knew it would only worsen the situation.

His mother, however, bristled with anger. "He's not lazy. He's hardworking and ambitious. Unlike you."

"Ambitious? Ha!" his father sneered. "He's just wasting his youth, burying his nose in books and games. He should be out there, enjoying life, socializing, and making connections. That's how you get ahead in this world."

Teerve couldn't help but feel a pang of hurt as he listened to his father's words. He had always thought that he was working hard to build a future for himself. He was studying hard to get into a good college, and he believed that his gaming skills could even lead to a career in esports one day. But his father's dismissive comments made him feel like his efforts were pointless.

His mother spoke up again, her voice filled with frustration. "You don't understand him at all. He's not like you. He doesn't care about money and connections. He just wants to follow his own path."

His father rolled his eyes, clearly not convinced by his mother's words. "His own path? What path is that, exactly? If he keeps up this pace, he's going to end up a nobody."

Teerve flinched as he heard his father's harsh words. He knew that he wasn't as outgoing or sociable as some of his peers, but he didn't want to be seen as a "nobody." He wanted to make a name for himself, to achieve something meaningful.

Teerve's mother sighed in frustration, clearly at her wit's end. "You're so closed-minded. You don't even try to understand him. Teerve has his own talents and dreams. Just because he's different from you, doesn't mean he's worthless."

His father simply snickered in response. "Talents and dreams. You mean those useless hobbies he spends all his time on? You're just enabling him."

Teerve's heart clenched as he heard his father dismiss his interests and hobbies. It felt like his father was invalidating everything he cared about. He wanted to speak up, to defend himself and his pursuits, but he knew that his father would never listen.

His mother, however, was not backing down. "Those 'useless hobbies' are what make him happy. And they could lead to something bigger in the future. You just refuse to see it."

"Happy, happy, happy," his father mocked. "Is that all you care about? You're just coddling him. He needs to grow up and face reality."

Teerve's mother's voice rose in anger. "Maybe if you gave him more attention instead of criticizing him at every turn, you'd see that he's already growing up!"

Teerve's father finally seemed to snap. "Attention? He don't need my attention. He needs to pull his weight and stop being such a disappointment. He's nineteen years old and he's still acting like a child."

His mother's expression darkened with fury. "A disappointment? You're the one who's being disappointing. As a husband and a father."

His father's face twisted into a scowl. "Excuse me? I'm the one who's providing for this family. I'm the one bringing in the money. I'm the one making sure we have a roof over our heads and food on the table every day."

His mother's jaw tightened. "Money isn't everything. You may provide for us in material terms, but what about emotionally? Do you even care about your son?"

His father shot back, his expression hardening even more. "Emotional crap? That's for weak people. Teerve needs to toughen up and face the real world. He won't get far if he keeps acting like a sensitive kid."

Teerve's mother looked like she was ready to explode. "He's not being sensitive! He's being human. He has feelings and needs just like everyone else."

His father let out a scoff. "Feels and needs. All that emotional bullshit. That's not how this world works. You either toughen up or get walked all over. That's what I'm trying to teach Teerve. I'm preparing him for the real world."

"By treating him like garbage?" his mother snapped. "Is that your idea of preparation? You call it toughening him up, but I call it abuse. You're destroying his self-esteem."

"Abuse? You're being dramatic," his father retorted. "I'm just being realistic. Teerve needs to understand that the world isn't a fair place. If he doesn't toughen up and face the hard truths now, he'll be eaten alive out there."

His mother's voice trembled with anger. "But he's our son! He should be able to find comfort and support at home, not be subjected to this constant criticism and harshness."

His father sneered. "Coddle him if you want, but don't come crying to me when he turns out to be a weak, timid loser."

His mother's voice trembled with anger. "But he's our son! He should be able to find comfort and support at home, not be subjected to this constant criticism and harshness."

His father sneered. "Coddle him if you want, but don't come crying to me when he turns out to be a weak, timid loser."

Teerve's mother shook with suppressed rage. "You're the weak one. You're too scared to show your son any love and compassion. You're afraid of being vulnerable and human."

His father looked at her with venom in his eyes. "Vulnerable and human? Sounds like more emotional bullshit. I'm just being practical."

"Practical, practical," his mother mocked. "That's just another word for heartless and cold. You're not preparing Teerve for the real world. You're turning him into someone just like you - bitter and detached. Is that really what you want for your own son?"

Teerve's eyes widened in shock as he heard the sound of his father's palm connecting with his mother's cheek. He had never seen his father lay a hand on his mother before, and he couldn't believe that it was happening right in front of him.

His mother let out a cry of pain, her hand flying to her face as she stumbled back a step. Her expression was one of disbelief and hurt, mixed with anger and defiance.

Teerve couldn't believe what he was witnessing. His father, the man who was supposed to protect and cherish his family, had just struck his own wife. Teerve felt a rage burning inside of him.

His mother slowly lowered her hand, revealing a red mark on her cheek where his father had struck her. Her eyes were narrowed with anger. "How dare you?"

Teerve's father sneered at his mother. "How dare I what? You're the one who was running your mouth, spouting all that useless emotional crap."

His mother, her voice shaking with anger, retorted, "You think it's useless? You think love and compassion are wasted on our own son? You're a monster."

His father glowered at his mother. "Love and compassion? Love and compassion don't pay the bills. You're living in a fantasy realm, where everything is all rainbows and butterflies. This is the real world, and in the real world, you have to be tough and pragmatic. You have to make sacrifices and hard decisions."

Teerve felt a deep pang of guilt and shame as he watched his father storm off and his mother break down in tears. His father's words echoed in his mind, and he wondered if it was all his fault.

His mother, now weeping and shaking, turned to him. Her words stung his heart like a dagger. "This ...is all your fault."

Teerve's heart sank even further as his mother blamed him for the argument and her own suffering. His eyes widened with disbelief and hurt.

He couldn't believe what he was hearing. "W-What? How is it my fault?" he stuttered out.

Teerve felt a wave of shock and sadness crash over him as his mother unloaded her anger and frustration. He had never seen her like this before, so cold and harsh.

He swallowed hard, trying to keep his voice steady. "I-I don't mean to push his buttons. I just ...I just want to be a good son."

His mother's expression darkened even more. "A good son? If you were a good son, you wouldn't cause your father so much stress and heartache. You would listen to him and respect his decisions. Instead, you're always arguing and fighting with him. You're a constant headache and source of disappointment."

Teerve felt a wave of loneliness and despair wash over him as his parents left. He was all alone now, with no one to turn to or lean on.

Tears streamed down his face as he hugged his knees to his chest, feeling the weight of his parents' accusations and criticisms bearing down on him. He wondered if he was really a disappointment and a bad son, like they said.

A business Deal

Mr. Ramesh Sindhwani, Teerve's father, is a wealthy and influential businessman in his late 40s. He is known for his ruthless and driven personality, prioritizing success and financial stability above all else. While he provides well for his family, he has little patience for emotional attachment or personal connections.

Sunita Sindhwani grew up with a wealthy and influential father, Mr. Rajesh Sindhwani, who was once a business partner of Teerve's father, Ramesh Sindhwani. Sunita's upbringing was marked by privilege and luxury, and she was groomed from a young age to take on a role in their business empire. She was expected to marry well and continue the family legacy. Her father, Mr. Rajesh Sindhwani, was a stern and authoritative figure, demanding excellence and obedience from his daughter.

Sunita's father arranged her marriage to Ramesh Sindhwani due to a business partnership between their families. The marriage was a union of wealth and influence, more about financial gain than emotional compatibility. While both Sunita's father and her future husband had high expectations for the partnership, they did not share a deep love or connection.

Sunita's father and Ramesh Sindhwani were partners in a large business venture. However, the partnership had been hit by a significant financial crisis, threatening both families' financial stability and reputation. In a desperate bid to save the partnership, Sunita's father proposed the idea of a marriage alliance between his daughter and Ramesh Sindhwani, hoping that this would unite their families and help them overcome the financial difficulties. Reluctantly, both families agreed to the proposal, and Sunita and Ramesh got married.

Sunita and Ramesh Sindhwani, despite not being in love, fulfilled their societal and familial obligations by having a child together. Sunita gave birth to Teerve, a child born out of duty rather than romance or affection. Throughout his childhood, Teerve was raised in a home where his parents' marriage was more of a business arrangement than a loving union, creating a difficult and loveless atmosphere for him to grow up in.

Teerve grew up in a cold and unloving home where his parents' focus was solely on their business success and financial stability. Due to their lack of affection, Teerve was often neglected and felt emotionally abandoned by his parents. He was expected to excel in his studies and take over his father's business, leading him to feel immense pressure and stress from a young age. As a result, he developed a deep sense of anxiety and insecurity, desperately seeking his parents' validation and love.

As Teerve grew older, the weight of his parents' expectations only grew heavier. He was constantly reminded of his duties to the family and the need to uphold their reputation. Despite his success in academics and other extracurricular activities, he always felt like he was falling short of his parents' desires. He was never praised or encouraged, only criticized for every little mistake or perceived failure. As a result, Teerve's self-esteem suffered, and he developed a constant sense of inadequacy and low self-worth.

The stress and pressure began to take a toll on Teerve's mental health. He developed anxiety and depression, feeling isolated and alone in his own home. He often turned to gaming and other distractions as a way to escape the harsh reality of his home life. However, even these escapes only brought short-term relief, as he knew he would have to return to face his parents' disapproval and criticism. This repeated cycle only worsened his mental state, creating a vicious cycle of pain and despair.

As years went by, Teerve's relationship with his parents became even more strained. His parents grew increasingly critical and verbally abusive, constantly blaming him for their own failures and shortcomings. Teerve began to shut down and withdraw even more, feeling completely alone and trapped in his own home. He spent most of his time in his room, avoiding any interaction with his parents and keeping to himself. The only source of comfort he had was his online gaming friends, who at least provided some semblance of emotional connection and understanding.

Despite his best efforts, Teerve's situation only got worse as time went on. His parents' pressure and criticism became unbearable, causing him to feel hopeless and trapped. He often felt like he couldn't escape his parents' grip, and he questioned the meaning of his life and existence. He spent countless nights lying awake, staring at the ceiling, and wondering if things would ever get better. The constant stress and anxiety took a toll on his physical health as well, leaving him exhausted and drained.

In a shocking twist of events, Teerve discovers that both of his parents are having extra-marital affairs. They start spending more and more time away from home, engaging in their illicit relationships and completely forgetting about their responsibilities as parents. Teerve is left alone in the house, feeling abandoned and neglected by his own parents. With no one to take care of him, he has to fend for himself and deal with the pain of feeling unloved and unwanted.

Teerve's sense of isolation and loneliness only grows stronger as he continues to live in an empty and silent house. Despite his parents' absence, their expectations and criticisms continue to weigh heavily on his shoulders. He becomes increasingly resentful and bitter, feeling betrayed by the people who were supposed to love and care for him. The realization that his parents' infidelity has led to his own abandonment only adds to his sense of worthlessness and despair.

Teerve turns to drugs and clubbing as a way to escape his reality. As he feels abandoned and betrayed, he finds solace in unhealthy vices as a means of numbing the pain and providing temporary distractions. By indulging in these activities, he is able to momentarily forget about his troubles and find some form of escape from the harshness of his life. However, this temporary relief only serves to further his isolation and emotional turmoil.

Teerve finds himself drawn to the party scene as a way to escape the loneliness and pain of his home life. He starts experimenting with drugs and alcohol as a means of finding a reprieve from his troubles. He begins to spend more and more time clubbing, immersing himself in the music, lights, and company of strangers. But despite the temporary escapes, he still feels empty and aimless, unsure of where his life is heading.

As Teerve continues to immerse himself in the clubbing scene, he begins to form relationships with people who share his vices and lifestyle. He attaches himself to a group of friends who also indulge in drugs and alcohol, creating a false sense of camaraderie and belonging. However, as time passes, Teerve's reliance on substances and partying only worsens, causing his grades to drop and his relationships to suffer. He starts to withdraw from his friends and family, further isolating himself in his own self-destructive cycle.

Teerve's drug and clubbing habits escalate, leading to more significant consequences. He starts to miss classes and assignments, jeopardizing his academic future. He starts to isolate himself from anyone who tries to help him, pushing away friends and family who express concern about his well-being. His health also begins to deteriorate as his body suffers from the constant intake of drugs and alcohol. Despite the warning signs, Teerve continues to spiral out of control, further entrenching himself in his self-destructive habits.

As Teerve's life spirals out of control, his mental health takes a severe toll. He starts to experience mood swings and erratic behavior, lashing out at those around him. He becomes increasingly paranoid and anxious, feeling like everyone is judging or abandoning him. His drug use becomes more frequent and intense, leading to dangerous and risky behaviors. It seems like he's stuck in a vicious cycle, unable to escape the grips of his self-destructive habits.

Since, Teerve has reached the age of 21, he already has his driving license. With the newfound freedom and lack of oversight from his parents, he starts to drive his car more and more recklessly. He speeds excessively, doesn't follow traffic rules, and engages in other dangerous practices while behind the wheel. His reckless driving becomes a source of concern for those around him, but Teerve feels invincible and doesn't seem to care about the consequences.

As Teerve's reckless driving continues, he starts to get into traffic accidents and close calls. He gets tickets and warnings from the police, but he doesn't seem bothered by them. His disregard for his own safety and others on the road leads to dangerous situations, putting himself and others in harm's way. Despite the warnings and consequences, Teerve continues to drive recklessly, feeling invincible and untethered by the rules and common sense.

Teerve's reckless driving comes to a head as he gets involved in a major road accident. He loses control of his car and veers off the road, crashing into a nearby building. Luckily, no one is seriously injured, but the accident serves as a wake-up call for Teerve, reminding him of the dangerous game he's been playing. He realizes the severity of his actions and the potential harm he could cause to himself and others. The accident serves as a turning point in his life, making him reconsider his reckless behavior and reevaluate his priorities.

Despite Teerve's realization about the importance of responsibility and accountability, it doesn't change his heart and mindset overnight. One night, he arrives home late after a night of partying and drinking. He is tipsy and disoriented, stumbling through the door and making noise, unaware that his parents are home.

Despite Teerve's initial urge to confront his parents about their affair, the mixed emotions he is feeling make him hesitate. The shock and disappointment of discovering their infidelity are too overwhelming for him to process. He is torn between wanting to confront them and the fear of the painful conversation that will follow. In the end, Teerve decides to turn around and go back to his room, feeling too hurt and confused to face his parents at that moment.

As Teerve walks back to his room, he can still hear the sounds of his parents' intimate encounter, each noise causing a pang of pain in his chest. He feels a mix of helplessness, anger, and sadness, and he doesn't know what to do or how to handle the situation. He climbs into his bed and lies there, his mind racing with thoughts and uncertainties.

Teerve tries to sleep, but the sounds of his parents' activity continues to haunt him. Despite his best efforts, he can't get the images of their infidelity out of his mind. He tosses and turns in bed, feeling more alone and rejected than ever before.

The night seems to drag on forever, but eventually the sounds from his parents' room subside. Teerve lies in the dark, staring up at the ceiling, feeling lost and empty. He can't shake the feeling that his life has been a lie, and he doesn't know how to move forward from here.

The next morning, Teerve drags himself out of bed, feeling exhausted and emotionally drained. He tries to act normal as he goes about his day, but the weight of his discovery hangs heavily on his shoulders. He avoids his parents as much as possible, feeling too hurt and confused to face them.

Despite trying to act normal, Teerve's mind is constantly preoccupied with thoughts of his parents' affair. He feels a sense of detachment from them and a growing resentment towards them for keeping such a secret from him. He wonders why they chose to cheat and how long they have been doing it.