Twist of fate

Part 26

Kushi sat in the airport lounge, her thoughts swirling with uncertainty. After Arnav left abruptly, she attempted to contact him, but her calls went unanswered. Disappointed and unsure of his whereabouts, she made her way to the airport alone, hoping against hope that he might join her.

She couldn't shake the feeling of longing for Arnav's presence beside her. His partial agreement to her wishes had meant more to her than he probably realized. All she wanted now was a chance to mend their fractured relationship, to rebuild the bond they once shared as husband and wife.

Just as the announcement for flight departure echoed through the cabin, Kushi was the last one to make her way into the flight.

As she moved towards her seat, she found herself face to face with a surprising sight. A man occupying her seat, his face was covered with a blanket,

"Excuse me this is my seat" she spoke

The man removed the cover in annoyance, Kushi's shock was palpable.

He stood up and took the seat next to Kushi's, covering his face once again.

Kushi was at a loss for words. She couldn't believe her eyes as Arnav settled into the seat beside her. Her mind raced with questions, but she found herself unable to form coherent thoughts.

The flight announcement jolted her back to reality, Kushi felt a surge of adrenaline. Hastily, she fastened her seatbelt, her heart pounding in her chest.

Arnav. It was Arnav sitting next to her.

For a moment, Kushi was at a loss for words, her mind reeling with disbelief. As she continued to steal glances at him, a small smile tugged at the corners of her lips. Despite the uncertainty of the situation, she couldn't help but feel a flicker of hope.

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The aftermath of the whole situation was undeniably tragic. Not only did the Maheshwaris lose their house, but they also suffered heavy losses in their business and reputation. DP's health took a hit as well, and he was admitted to the hospital as his blood pressure spiked upon learning that his own son, Laksh, had betrayed him and obtained his signature on property papers.

Sanskar found himself grappling with conflicting emotions. Should he feel sorry for the Maheshwaris' downfall, or should he be glad that they were finally facing the consequences of their actions? Or perhaps, should he feel nothing at all?

Amidst it all, Sanskar's own health was precarious,as he had rushed here when Uttara called him.

Leaving the hospital without proper discharge, his mind consumed with worries and uncertainties.

Meanwhile, Rudra suggested to Ragini that she should return home, assuring her that he would do whatever he could to help. Ragini nodded silently, her heart heavy with the weight of the recent events, as she contemplated the uncertain future that lay ahead for everyone.

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A week had passed, and the Maheshwari family was still reeling from the fallout of recent events. Sanskar had managed to convince Adarsh to temporarily relocate the family to his apartment, while he himself stayed with Abhay. Initially hesitant, Adarsh eventually relented.

DP had been discharged from the hospital, but the weight of recent revelations had left him shattered. Arnav's revelation had reopened old wounds and inflicted new ones, leaving DP in a state of despair. His own decisions, his partial treatment of his sister and Sanskar, and his inability to reconcile with Laksh's betrayal had left him feeling lost and directionless.

RP, being the good brother he was offered his support, but DP couldn't shake the guilt he felt for the strain his choices had placed on RP's relationships with his wife and children. Adarsh, the son he had least expected to step up, had taken charge of managing the situation and caring for everyone.