Echoes of Destiny

The Tangled Web of Relationships

Advaita had always been the darling of the kingdom, basking in the love and adoration of those around her. However, the same could not be said for her cousin Tara. Tara's father, Rana Raghav, had always favored men over women and viewed his daughters as a burden to be married off as soon as they reached a suitable age. This indifference and lack of affection left a deep void in Tara's heart.

As she watched Advaita being pampered and protected by their father, receiving the undivided attention of their elder brothers, and being adored by the kingdom, a sense of bitterness and resentment began to take root within Tara. She couldn't help but feel overshadowed and overlooked, her own existence seemingly diminished in comparison to Advaita's radiant presence. It wasn't hatred that consumed her, but a complex mix of admiration and envy. Tara admired Advaita's grace, beauty, and the way she effortlessly won the hearts of those around her.

During their childhood, Tara cherished their moments together, playing and sharing laughter. But as time went on, she noticed Advaita gradually distancing herself from her. Tara couldn't understand the reason behind this sudden change, and it only fueled her insecurities and sense of isolation.

To make matters worse, Tara's own brother Yuvaan seemed to find solace and companionship in Advaita's presence. She felt a pang of jealousy whenever she witnessed their bond, longing for Yuvaan's attention to be directed towards her instead. The envy within her grew stronger, feeding on the insecurities that plagued her young heart.Growing up in the shadow of her beloved cousin Advaita, Tara's heart longed for the same affection and attention that Advaita received effortlessly.

But it was the introduction of Vikramaditya into their lives that ignited a fire of jealousy and hate within Tara. During a visit to her mother's kingdom, she became acquainted with Vikramaditya. He was a friend of her cousin and would often come to play with them. Tara was drawn to Vikram's kind and polite nature. He was one of the few people who understood her and praised her for who she was. Hedisplayed kindness and understanding towards her. Tara found solace in his presence, enjoying the rare moments when she felt seen and appreciated.  At the tender age of eight, Tara started developing strong feelings for Vikram.

Whenever Tara visited her mother's kingdom, she eagerly looked forward to spending time with Vikram. He made her feel special and valued, bringing joy to her heart. But everything changed when Vikram met Advaita for the first time in a temple near Amravati. Curious about Advaita, Vikram approached Tara and asked about her. In that moment, fear gripped Tara's heart. She worried that Vikram would start liking Advaita just like everyone else and forget about her.

As Tara watched Vikram's gaze shift towards Advaita with admiration, her insecurity and jealousy consumed her. She couldn't bear the thought of losing Vikram's attention and affection to her cousin. Gradually, her fondness for Advaita transformed into deep-seated hatred and resentment. Tara, silently battling her fears, watched as Vikram's attention gradually shifted towards Advaita. She couldn't help but feel invisible and neglected, as if she no longer mattered to him.As time went on, Tara's envy and resentment grew stronger, casting a shadow over their once-innocent friendship. 

As Advaita observed Tara's actions in this lifetime, she couldn't deny the underlying feeling of betrayal that lingered within her heart. Deep down, she knew that Tara, in their present existence, had done nothing wrong. However, the once close bond they shared seemed to have faded away, overshadowed by the echoes of past resentment.

Tara had been aware of Advaita's love for Vikram in their previous life, yet she had still betrayed her. The weight of that betrayal cast a long shadow over their present relationship. Advaita couldn't simply overlook the hurt and resume their previous camaraderie. While she understood that Tara in this life was innocent and should not be held accountable for the past, she couldn't fully overcome the feelings of disappointment and mistrust.