A Second Chance

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Tired, this is how Malini felt after smiling and thanking her colleagues for their wishes. After the events of the morning, Malini thought that going to work would be best, but how badly she deplores her decision now. Every wish from her colleagues reminds her about the morning, which makes her feel more guilty. She reacted very impulsively, and she has realized it now. She could have talked to Aditiya first, but he never gave her a chance to speak. And now she did not know what to do. With a sigh, she looked at her wristwatch. It was 6'o clock. It was time to go back home. She picked up her handbag and moved towards the parking lot.

As soon as she stepped in the lot, she saw Imlie. She was talking to Aditiya. What is he doing here? Did he not just leave in the morning for his work? Malini couldn't hear their talks due to the distance, but what she saw next next broke her heart. Aditiya hugged Imlie and kissed her forehead. Why was he kissing her? She is his wife, not Imlie. Tears pricked her eyes. She moved towards Imlie when Aditiya left.

"What are you doing here, Imlie? And whom were you talking to?" She asked Imlie.

"Malini didi you here? Nothing he...he was just my friend...yeah just a friend." Imlie replied nervously. "We should move now."

"Hmm." Malini didn't question further. She did not want to.

Imlie took the passenger seat next to Malini. She did not want to hurt her. She was thankful that Malini didn't see Aditiya or else she couldn't even imagine the consequences.

Malini glanced towards Imlie while driving the car.
Why did Imlie lie to her? And why  did Aditiya come to meet her in her college? And he even kissed her! Who is Imlie to him. Isn't she just the girl who came with Aditiya to study and make her career. He didn't even talk to her in the beginning. And now he is kissi g and hugging her. After seeing them both together, Malini got suspicious. Suddenly, she realized she knew nothing about Imlie. How she meets Aditiya. She knew nothing about her past. She needs to know the truth. And for that, she has to go to Pagdangiya from where Aditiya brought Imlie.

Everyone was upset after the happenings of the morning at home. Malini couldn't see their gloomy face, but she couldn't do anything. She changed quickly and moved towards kitichen to help Aparna with dinner.

"I want to ask you all something."
Malini spoke once everyone settled for dinner.

" Yes, beta. What is it?"

"Actually, our college is taking the students on an education trip. So I want you permission to go with them." Malini spoke

"Oh, you don't have to take out permission. You can go wherever you want to." Aditiya's father spoke.

"And the change of environment will be good for you." Everyone nodded.

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Malini climbed down the bus. She looked around her. Trees and bushes are all what she saw. This is how Pagdangiya looked. The ride of bus is nothing what is shown in movies. Especially for her. She has always traveled in luxury cars with topnotch comfort. And this bus ride was uncomfortable. Very uncomfortable. Their were times throughout the ride when she decided to drop the plan, but she could not step back now. Not now. She was nervous. What if the truth is not in her favor. But she can not step back now. She needs to know the truth for her betterment.

She moved towards a group of ladies talking at a distance.

"Excuses me! Can you tell me the way to the lodge, please?" She asked, stopping by them. Staying in the same as Aditiya would be a good option. She thought.

"Yeh, Come on.  Follow me." One of the women from the group said.

"Are you here for some work." The woman inquired.

"Yes. I came here for some business.  Actually, I know someone here." Malini was confused if she should tell her about Imlie. "Do you know Imlie here?"

Women turned around abruptly. "How do you know Imlie?"

"I am her teacher. She once told me that her mother lives here. So I decided to meet her. Can you tell me about her." Malini spoke.

The lady smiled," I am her mother. Meethi. How is Imlie? Is she fine?" Meethi inquired. It has been days since she talked to her daughter, and she is worried about her.

Malini was shocked. She didn't know she would be this close to the truth. "Yeah, she is very good."

"And now you will be staying with me. You take care of her in the city, and I will take care of you here. Come with me please." The lady offered. She is very thankful for her for taking care of her daughter, and now she wants to repent her.

"Noo.. no.. no! It's OK. I will stay in the lodge. I don't want to be a burdenon you." Malini replied hesitantly.

"Please. I request you." Meethi requested.

"OK." Both of them walked towards Meethi's house.

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