Amavasya Ki Raat (Moonless Night)
Chapter 17
—Warning: there are some pictures you might not like. Be on your guard, as an attack could come from anywhere—
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Hugged him tightly*
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Sniffles, struggling to hold back tears, voice cracking* I...I...I'm sorry, I...I didn't mean to...
Chand Narayan (FL)
Shh, Yuvi... it's okay. Let it all out. Don't hold back. *Whispers gently*
Chand Narayan (FL)
You've been carrying this burden for far too long.
Chand Narayan (FL)
Release it. I'm here for you.
—Once Yuvraj's sobs had stopped, they both headed to Chand's house, but they were unaware that someone had overheard their entire conversation and that his heartbreaking story had moved that person—
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Excitedly calls out* MAA! WE ARE HERE!
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Enters the living room, followed by Yuvraj*
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Enters from the kitchen, wiping her hands on a towel*
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
Ah, the princess has finally deigned to visit her humble abode.
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Pouts* No need to be sarcastic, Maa.
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Murmuring* The delay is because of you. 😒
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Raises an eyebrow* Really? Because of me?
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
Do tell, Maharani ji. I'm fascinated to know how I'm responsible for your tardiness.
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Nervously* F-Flowers! Y-yeah... We got flowers for you, that's why we were late.
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Hands her the bouquet, attempting to divert attention*
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
What a hypocrite! Now, who is this boy? I've never seen him before. Is he your new friend?
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Calmly, grasping Yuvraj's forearm* Yes, this is Yuvraj. I've told you about him.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Nervously* H-hello, Aunty.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Eyes dart between Chand and Karishma*
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
Oh yes, 😁 Yuvraj Agarwal... your college friend, right?
Chand Narayan (FL)
Yes, this is him. And from now on, he'll be staying here with us.
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
Well, okay... that's a good thing, I suppose.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Quickly, trying to clarify* Thank you, Aunty... I'll leave immediately after the wedding. Chand forced me to come here, otherwise, I wouldn't have...
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Expression turns serious, a hint of hurt* Why? 😕😕
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
What's wrong with our home that you wouldn't want to come here or even stay after the wedding?
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
N-No, that's not what I meant... Forgive me if I hurt your feelings. *Looks down, embarrassed*
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Warm smile, reassuring* Hey, hey, I was just joking! You got so worked up. *Chuckles*
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Turns to Chand* Chand, show Yuvraj to his room. You both freshen up, lunch is ready.
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
I hope you haven't eaten anything outside? *Tone is welcoming, making Yuvraj feel more at ease*
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Smiling sweetly* No, Mom, I didn't let him eat outside because I knew you'd be waiting for us.
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Raising an eyebrow* Oh, really? I doubt that was your concern. *Teasing*
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Whining* Maa!
Karishma Narayan (FL Mother)
*Smiling, shooing them away* Go, go, go! Freshen up, both of you. Lunch is getting cold!
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Went away with Yuvraj*
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Dragged by Chand*
Chand Narayan (FL)
So, what do you think of your room?
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Looks around* Yeah... it's really nice.
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Sits on the bed* If you need anything at all, just let me or Mom know, okay? No need to be shy.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Sits on the floor, letting out a deep sigh* One day, I'll be killed by you!
Chand Narayan (FL)
And I'll be the one to bring you back to life! *Grins*
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Heading towards the door* Come and freshen up, and then meet me downstairs. I'll go freshen up too.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
*Nods slightly, but then stops* Wait, how am I supposed to go downstairs alone?
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Raises eyebrows* By walking, of course...
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
Hey! That's not funny! I'm not going down alone.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
You're going to freshen up, and I'll do the same. Then, we'll go down together.
Yuvraj Agarwal (FL Friend)
I don't want to go alone, I'm your guest. 💢😤
Chand Narayan (FL)
*Sighs* Okay, fine.
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