Chapter 5 : Weight of Guilt

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Veeranshu returned to his mansion, his mind still reeling from the encounter with the mysterious woman

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Veeranshu returned to his mansion, his mind still reeling from the encounter with the mysterious woman. He couldn't shake off the feeling that she had left on him, like a lingering shadow that refused to dissipate.

As he entered his study, he collapsed into his chair, trying to gather his thoughts. But his mind was a jumble of questions, all swirling around the enigmatic woman.

Why had she written a book about him? What had drawn her to his story? And most importantly, why had he vanished from history?

Veeranshu's eyes wandered to the bookshelf, where he kept a copy of her book. He pulled it out, flipping through the pages, trying to find answers. But the words blurred together, making no sense.

He tossed the book aside, frustration mounting. He needed to see her again, to ask her all the questions that plagued him.

Veeranshu paced around his study, his mind still reeling from the encounter with Mahira Sengupta. He knew her name, and he couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt for the way he had treated her.

He hadn't wanted to scare her, but his desperation for answers had gotten the better of him. And now, he couldn't shake off the feeling that he had hurt her.

Veeranshu's assistant, Kevin, entered the room, a curious expression on his face. "Sir, you asked for Miss Sengupta's schedule?"

Veeranshu nodded, trying to appear nonchalant. "Yes, I need to...discuss some business with her."

Kevin raised an eyebrow. "At this hour, sir?"

Veeranshu waved his hand dismissively. "Just get it for me, Kevin."

As Kevin left the room, Veeranshu couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. He knew he needed to apologize to Mahira, but he had never been one for apologies. He was a king, after all, and now a powerful person. Apologizing was a sign of weakness.

But as he thought about Mahira's fierce eyes and determined stance, he knew he had to make an exception. He couldn't just let her go without making things right.

Veeranshu took a deep breath, steeling himself for the task ahead. He would apologize to Mahira, no matter how difficult it was for him. He needed answers, and he was willing to do whatever it took to get them.

I sat down on the couch in my living room, trying to process what had just happened

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I sat down on the couch in my living room, trying to process what had just happened. My mind was reeling, and my body was still trembling from the encounter. I couldn't believe that Veeranshu, the man I had written about, was real. And he was even more intense and brooding than I had imagined.

As I looked down at my hands, I saw the red marks where he had gripped me tightly. It was going to leave a bruise, for sure. I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions - fear, excitement, and a sense of disbelief.

How could this be happening? I had written about Veeranshu as a historical figure, a king from the 15th century. And yet, here he was, in the flesh, standing in front of me, talking to me, touching me.

I couldn't shake off the feeling that I was dreaming, that this was all just a product of my imagination. But the pain from his grip was real, and the memory of his piercing eyes was etched in my mind.

I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself down. I needed to think, to process everything that had happened. But my mind was a jumble of thoughts, and I couldn't seem to focus.

All I could do was sit there, trying to wrap my head around the fact that my imagination had come to life. And I had no idea what was going to happen next.

Mahira took a few deep breaths, trying to calm herself down and gather her thoughts. She reminded herself that she wasn't weak, that she was a strong and capable person. She thought back to the conversation with Veeranshu, trying to recall every detail.

"He just wanted answers, just like me," she thought to herself. "He's trying to understand his past, just like I am."

Mahira's mind started racing as she thought about all the questions she had for Veeranshu. She wanted to know more about his life as a king, about his experiences and struggles. She wanted to know why he had disappeared from history, and what had brought him back.

As she thought about it, Mahira realized that she had a unique opportunity to learn from Veeranshu, to gain a firsthand account of historical events. She was determined to make the most of it, to ask him all the questions she had.

With newfound determination, Mahira stood up and began pacing around the room. But She wasn't ready to face Veeranshu for now..not now ..maybe I need some time .

Mahira lay on her bed, lost in thought as she stared blankly at the ceiling. Her mind was still reeling from the encounter with Veeranshu, and she couldn't shake off the feeling that her world had been turned upside down.

Mahira's eyes widened as she saw the email notification on her phone. A reunion at her college? She hadn't thought about that place in years. She hadn't kept in touch with anyone from her alma mater, and had often wondered what her former classmates were up to.

She hesitated for a moment, wondering if she should even consider attending. But then, she thought about Veeranshu. she needed a distraction ..it could be the perfect one.

She clicked on the email and began reading the details. The reunion was scheduled for the day after tomorrow , and it seemed like a lot of people from her graduating class were planning to attend.

Mahira's thoughts were consumed by the reunion, and her mind was flooded with memories of her time in college. She had been a top performer, always earning high grades and accolades, but her introverted nature had led many to misinterpret her as having an attitude.

She remembered the whispers, the snickers, and the condescending comments from her peers. And then, there was Rohan, her bully, who had made her life a living hell. He would mock her, tease her, and make her feel small in front of everyone.

The thought of seeing Rohan at the reunion made Mahira's stomach turn. She had hoped that she had left all that behind, but now it seemed like it was all coming back to haunt her.

She tossed and turned in bed, her mind racing with worst-case scenarios. She couldn't shake off the feeling that her past was coming back to haunt her, and she wasn't sure if she was ready to face it all again.

Mahira's thoughts began to shift as she reminded herself of the strong, confident person she had become. She was no longer the vulnerable, introverted girl she had been in college. She had built a successful career, earned recognition, and developed a sense of self-worth.

"I'm not that same person anymore," she told herself, her voice firm and determined. "I've grown, I've learned, and I've succeeded. I can face whatever comes my way."

Mahira thought about all the accomplishments she had achieved since college. She had written bestselling books, received critical acclaim, and inspired countless people with her story. She had overcome her struggles and emerged victorious.

With a newfound sense of determination, Mahira decided that she would attend the reunion, not just to confront her past but to show herself and others that she was no longer the same person. She was ready to face Rohan, Veeranshu, and anyone else who had doubted her.

"I'll go to that reunion, and I'll show them all what I'm made of," Mahira declared to herself, a fierce determination burning within her. "I'll prove that I'm not weak, I'm strong, and I'm worthy of respect."

With that thought, Mahira felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She knew that she had the strength and resilience to face whatever challenges lay ahead, and she was ready to take on the reunion with confidence and grace.

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