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*BHUMIKA*

The sounds of rushing people. Everyone is roaming here and there.Some people are chit chatting by sitting on benches.Some people trying to find the correct platform. Some people find their seats on the train.Some people are buying snacks for the journey..The station is filled with train announcements.

Near the train. A group of people are gathered and saying goodbyes to their own ones. The one girl with heavy luggage stood near s4 couch..Her eyes are filled with tears. Her face became pale because of crying for so long..using a handkerchief she is wiping her tears.Her throat went dry due to hiccups.her hair was sticking on her face due to wet..she hugged her father.

No worry beta!!!..you can do it. I know my daughter can handle everything..she is a strong girl. (Rajender says by controlling himself from tears..)

How can I nanna ( father )...It is my first time to leave all of you. Am not at all liking to go far away from you.(Bhumika saying by cutting off from hug)

Do you know from childhood. I never want to let you go to any other places to study. Even I didn't send you another district. But now your crossing state. I dont want to spoil your future beta..I know the value of education.. iam the one who happy after getting all your dreams comes True. It is hard for us and you to..but it is necessary. just 2 years. Concentrate on your studies.(Rajender motivated Bhumika )

Ufff…nanna..you're saying the same dialogue from childhood..just 2years.. just 4 years..(Bhumika said in sarcastic tone)

Rajender laughed and looked near bench.on bench Kavya sat and controlled her tears.Bhumika saw it and went near her.

Amma, look at me… look at me ammaa… Just now I finally controlled my crying, but you're starting it again. And once it starts, even if so many people try to stop it, it won’t stop.

Kavya swallowed her sadness and looked up with a forced smile.

Bhumi beta, don’t be tense, don’t be afraid. You’re not alone, all of us are there for you. If at any time you feel scared or troubled, call us. Eat on time, sleep on time. Don’t pressure your brain too much just with studies, studies, studies…

Saying this, she opened her bag and took out a picture of Lord Hanuman and gave it to her.

Here, keep this with you. Whenever you feel scared, Hanuman ji will be with you, okay?By saying she gave her a kiss on the forehead.

Seeing that, Bhumi smiled. and returned the kiss.

Take care of your health amma..and say to Akka( sister )that I will miss her so much.. I already said goodbye to her but convey my words..

Kavya nodded and stood up from the bench.Already announcement has been given that there is 5 min to leave the place..

Rajender and Kavya arranged her bags in her seat.rajender bought a water bottle from a shop and handed it to Bhumi.

Beta..it is a long journey if you feel hungry. eat something which is prepared by amma..lift my calls when i call you..okay…Don't get down during stations stop..okay.(Rajender said with so much of concern )

Bhumi nodded with sadness on her face. Finally she said goodbyes to them.

The train started to move. They both left. Bhumi was waving her hand till they disappeared..her heart became heavy. She felt she missed them within a minutes.Later comfortably Bhumi sat on her seat watching nature outside by looking out the window. Bhumi remembered her memories from childhood to now..

Bhumi was a very playful, mischievous girl. Everyone used to tease her, saying her legs never stayed in one place. She would quarrel with her elder sister, get scolded by her mother, and grow up learning respect from her father.

From a very young age, Bhumi had seen with her own eyes the hardships.. her parents went through. When Bhumi was in 11th grade, her father met with a major accident. One of his leg was badly broken and a rod had to be inserted. From that time on, life became difficult in their household.

Even so, her parents did whatever work they could find and made sure both their daughters received good education. For now, Bhumi’s only goal is this: her elder sister has a job and has taken complete responsibility for the family. Now Bhumi's only wish is to achieve her dream job and take care of her family.

After a long journey, Bhumi reached Mumbai. She stood outside the station holding her luggage, feeling very tired. Within minutes, Aishu came running towards her.

Aishu had been Bhumi’s best friend since childhood. They were like sisters .The one of the reasons Bhumi had come here was Aishu.

Aishu immediately came and hugged her tightly and, in front of everyone, gave her a strong kiss on the cheek.Seeing that, Bhumi was shocked.Aishu, everyone is watching. What is this ? she asked nervously.

Let them watch. I’ll proudly tell them you’re my best friend,” Aishu replied.

Both of them laughed, and Aishu picked up Bhumi’s bag and they started towards the flat.

As soon as they reached, Aishu opened the door.The flat was very pleasant, small, and cute.Seeing it, Bhumi felt extremely happy. She dropped her bag at the entrance and ran inside.

Aishu, it’s so nice! On video call it didn’t feel this good, but seeing it in real it’s super! Wow, the balcony… she went on.Look here..we can see the whole view! Aww…

She came inside again.

“Wow, the small kitchen is so nice!” she kept shouting non-stop.Poor Aishu was carrying the bags.

“Hey, stop it! Your shouting can be heard by the whole building!”

Bhumi stopped her screaming and took the bags from her hands.While they were talking like that, Bhumi’s father called. Bhumi said everything was fine and showed the entire flat on video call. Seeing that, they became happy.

After some time, both of them freshened up and got ready to submit their documents.Talking happily, Bhumi and Aishu entered the college… looking here and there, observing everything, they were amazed by all the places.

Aishu : Bhumi, do you know how lucky we really are? We got a seat in such a good college…

Bhumi : “Yes, really. Look at how many blocks are there.. it’s even bigger than our graduation college.

She said by looking around.

Aishu : “Do you know how many people are waiting just to get a seat in this college?”

Bhumi : Who told you?

she asked by raising her eyebrows

Aishu : “I heard it from others.”She said like it some biggest secret

Bhumi : “So you’re saying we really got in because of our luck?”

Aishu : “Exactly.”

Talking like this, commenting on everything they saw, both of them walked inside.

After submitting their documents, they heard that there was a program going on in the nearby auditorium, so they went there.

The auditorium was very huge. Everyone was seated. Bhumi and Aishu went and sat down too. Bhumi listened very attentively to the guests speeches on the stage.

Seeing that, Aishu teased her,

Aishu : “Have you already started? This is just a normal speech and you’re listening to it with so much concentration?”

Bhumi : shut up.. I am not listening..am just staring…She said with rolling her eyes

And the speech starts…

Good morning to our esteemed Principal, dedicated faculty, supportive parents, and most importantly, to our enthusiastic new students.. My name is ishan. and it is a great honor to welcome you all to Parada University. Today marks the beginning of an incredible journey, filled with new friendships, vast knowledge, and unforgettable experiences. We're thrilled to have you join our vibrant community, a place where we nurture not just minds, but futures!". This college is the best example for the quality education and experienced faculty..Everybody wants to join this college but few people may get a chance..And you are the people who are selected for our college.

This college will give you the best memories in your life other than education. You learn so many things, you make new friends,and your life will change after post graduation.So I am proudly, grandly welcoming all the students.And hoping everyone should achieve their respective goals. Thank you

Everyone is clapping..Bhumi connected so much to his words.like it went straight to her heart.

Later..They introduced all the faculty's. According to the course.Bhumi and aishu waited for their faculty's..finally their course faculty's has been introduced.

At last one faculty is left..everybody is waiting to see..

Let's welcome the faculty of architecture Mr.Jathin nirvan sir..

Bhumi and Aishu eyes on stage.but suddenly bhumi phone rang. Bhumi went out to take a call.In the auditorium, everyone is clapping for a faculty member… they’re shouting loudly, chanting like a slogan,

“Jathin sir… Jathin sir…”

Aishu doesn’t understand what’s going on or why he’s being hyped so much. Some girls are even taking snaps and videos.

“What is this? Till now it felt like these people didn’t even exist in this auditorium, and suddenly everyone is screaming like this. He’s just a faculty member, not some celebrity… uff…”

Feeling irritated yet curious, Aishu looks toward the stage.

He is dressed in full formal attire, wearing a black suit. As he walks, even his back view catches everyone’s eyes. He goes up onto the stage and turns properly just once that’s it. The crowd screams even louder.

His face is glowing, his hair is neatly styled. He gives just one simple smile ,that’s all.Aishu starts sweating.

“Oh God… is he really a faculty member, or is he some hero? Even movie heroes aren’t this handsome…”She stares at him in open-mouthed amazement.

He walks straight to the mic and says, “Silence.”

That’s it ,everyone becomes silent. Everyone listened carefully to every word he said. He finishes speaking and leaved..At that moment, it feels as if the earth has just tilted.

Bhumi came back after the call. She took her seat.

Aishu still hasn’t come out of that zone. Bhumi looks at her.

“What happened? Why are you in such a shock?”Aishu just turned her face.

“God… do you know how unlucky you are? You missed such an amazing scene.”

Bhumi :“What scene?

Aishu : His speech?”Ufff… didn’t you even hear the sounds?”

Bhumi : Yes, I heard. That’s what I'm about to ask . Why were they screaming like that?

Aishu : If you see our architecture sir, people will scream like that. You can’t even imagine, you know ,he’s that good-looking.

Bhumi : Hello, madam… why are you feeling so much just because someone is handsome?

Aishu : You’re crazy. If you see his beauty, you won’t talk like this. You’ll understand when you see him tomorrow.”

Bhumi shakes her head, unconvinced.They both come back to the flat. Bhumi prepares dinner ,she really loves cooking. They both ate and slept.

*JATHIN*

The sky is very clear. It is just about to be sunrise. The sounds of birds can be heard, and a cool breeze is gently blowing. Jathin is lying on the bed in his room. He is wearing only his pants and no shirt. He is sleeping while holding the pillow close to him. At exactly 6:00, he wakes up and goes to the gym. At 7:00, he takes a shower, gets ready, and comes downstairs.

The dining area is completely filled with healthy breakfast items. Jathin is very health-conscious. As soon as Jathin arrives, the dining table, which was noisy and lively until then, becomes silent.

Because there are not just two or three people at the dining table,there are ten members waiting for Jathin. He calmly rolls up his hands, comes over, and sits on the chair. Everyone is looking at Jathin.

FEW MINUTES BACK

Kittu..give me..give me my phone.How many times I have said that dont watch mobile while eating. If you are late then you will miss your school bus. So hand over me the phone(Nalini is pleading kittu)

Nalini is Raghav’s daughter-in-law and Prajwal’s wife.

No maa. I want to see more. Nothing will happen. I will be on time.(Kittu convincing Nalini)

“Why do you get scolded so early in the morning, ah? Keep your phone aside and eat, otherwise…(Prajwal said)

Yes, otherwise what, papa? You are also watching, right?” he says loudly.

Everyone sitting at the dining table laughs.

Prajwal gets angry.

“Wow… you have given birth to the perfect son. Just like you are always busy with business, business,always on calls and video calls,your son has also become exactly like that,( Raghav says.)

Prajwal looks at Kittu and scolds him,see kittu, I have work on the phone. What about you? Your job is to study properly!

Yukthi and Nikhil, who are sitting nearby, continously laughing.

Saritha brings hot tea and coffee. Prakash just then keeps the newspaper aside and sits down. Looking at Raghav, he says, “I need to tell everyone something.”

Raghav nods his head and says, “Yes, we need to talk about something.”

Everyone looks at them, wondering what it is.Raghav clears his throat and says,

“Next week, all of us are going to Jagannath Temple. We have booked tickets for everyone. It’s a one-week trip. Since everyone has been asking for it for a long time, we have decided.”

“Really, papa? And chacha” Yukthi and Nikhil shouted excitedly.

Kittu also shouted, “Yay… one week, no school!”

Everyone was happily talking about the trip when suddenly Jathin came down the steps. Everyone became silent.

PRESENT

Jathin slowly scaned everybody's face. What happened, why are you all cheering like you have achieved something.(His tone is sharp and straight)

Yukthi gupled hard. And turned her face to Jathin.

Bhai we are planned for trip next week.everyone is excited to travel.what about you(Yukthi and other members are waiting for answer yes)

But as usually he said “NO”I Had work..

Jathin why you always say work as an excuse. Why won't you spare time with family. This trip is not just for fun but also a devotional place.where we can find peace and prosperity.also we had work but we are balancing everything.(Prakash voice hard )

Jathin adjusted in his seat. Casually folded his arms. And staring at everyone like he didn’t even care about their words.

Saritha looked at Jathin with worried eyes.. "Jathin understands the culture. Believe in God. Everything works well.Why are you so angry with God? You do everything properly. You care about everyone. You are an inspiration to all of them. People learn by watching you. But you… how can you be like this? Let go of this stubbornness.."

Jathin slowly exhaled a deep breath.“Maa… my life never came easily to me. Everyone knows how hard I have worked. You also know how much trauma I have suffered in my past. I believed that God was my only support. But in those very situations, it was proven to me that God does not exist.My career, my life, my work, my job, my name, this position,everything I achieved through my own struggle. But I cannot afford to lose all of this again.That God has turned me into an emotionless man…”

Jathin said this with pain in his voice.Everyone fell silent, because they all knew what Jathin had lost… and what he had endured.

Immediately, he stood up from the chair, silently picked up his laptop, and walked away.

Jathin reched at college at sharp 9:00 clock. He parked his car in the parking area. Gathered his things and went to the meeting room.Everyone was waiting to start a meeting.The faculty's started raising some innovations, developments and study related issues.all are keeping their thoughts.But chairmain looked at jathin.

MR.jathin what you will say. Are there any ideas to develop our college?

“My first priority is the students. Students should not face such problems.Mainly, many blocks do not have CCTV cameras , those should be installed first.And the library is lacking a lot of books,those need to be brought in.And through the weekly tests that are conducted, special classes should be arranged for those who have low scores.” He said

Faculty : If we sit and focus on dull students, it is a waste of our time. Why should we take their burden? Whether they study or not is their choice.

The moment he said that, Jathin’s anger burst out.

“Excuse me… first of all, do not label them as ‘dullers.’ Just because they scored low does not mean they are dull. Anyone can score well if they study with interest.

Faculty: Really? Then why did five students fail in your subject last time? Answer that, sir, he said sarcastically.“We have many years of experience here. We know how to run this college.”he said

Jathin : “If five failed in my subject, then more than fifteen failed in your subject. What do you have to say about that? You have been working for so many years, haven’t you?”

Hearing this, he felt deeply ashamed and lowered his head.

The Chairman listened to everything and said“See, Jathin is right. Our college should not focus only on education, environment, and cultural activities,encouraging students is also important.Toppers will pass anyway, but our college’s priority should be to reduce the failure list as much as possible.”“Jathin is not just a normal lecturer. You all know that too. He joined our college only after many requests. He is not only an HOD ,he is a high-grade professional architect in Nirvan Company, and he owns that company.Do you think he came here without any work? Before Prathap sir joined, I myself asked him to teach. So keep this in mind and respect everyone’s opinions among yourselves.”

With those final words, everyone nodded and went off to take their classes.

*MORNING*

It was already 8:30, but Bhumi and Aishu still hadn’t woken up. Their alarm had rung many times, but they kept snoozing it and going back to sleep. Suddenly, Bhumi’s phone rang. The caller ID showed “amma.” As soon as she saw it, she got up and answered the call.

“Bhumi, beta are you ready? Have you had breakfast?”

Bhumi was still half asleep while talking.

“Why did you call, amma?. You could’ve just come and woken me up directly,” she mumbled.

Her mother replied,“What are you saying? Are you even at home for me to come and wake you up?”

That’s when Bhumi suddenly realized something. She opened her eyes wide and looked around. The time left to report in college is often an hour . Aishu was still sleeping, completely wrapped in her blanket. Bhumi jumped up in shock and said,“Oh no, amma! I’ll call you back!” and cutted the call.

Aishu… Aishu… wake up. Look at the time, we left often an hour! It’s college time!” Bhumi shouted while shaking her hard.

Aishu, still half asleep, murmured,“Bhumi, it’s okay… let me sleep…”

No matter how much Bhumi tried, Aishu wouldn’t wake up. Finally, Bhumi got irritated and went to the kitchen and threw plates and glasses onto the floor. Hearing the loud noise, Aishu got startled and sat up.

“What happened? What happened?”

Bhumi yelled,“What do you mean what happened? Look at the time! Get up and get ready immediately. It’s our first day,if we go late, our reputation will be spoiled..

While fixing her hair, Aishu said,“Oh no! Getting ready in often an hour..

She quickly ran to start getting ready.They were running around everywhere looking for things, and in the end they finally got ready.

Bhumi wore a blue colour dress..She got ready wearing very minimal jewelry. She left her hair loose. Quickly, both of them grabbed their bags and ran. They reached the college, but they didn’t know where their classroom was. By the time they kept searching everywhere, they got even more late. Finally, they found their classroom, but the doors were closed. They could already hear the sound of the lecture going on inside.

Aishu..The class has already started. We’re already late… should we go and knock on the door now and disturb everyone?”Bhumi asked fearfully..

Then what? If we bunk on the very first day, it won’t look good, aishu replied.

“Hey… stop it. We just came today and you’re already talking about bunking? No way. Let’s knock on the door.”bhumi said.

“Then you knock,” bhumi said.

“No no, you knock,” aishu replied.

“Me? I won’t knock. I’m already scared,” bhumi said.

“As if I’m feeling happy?... I’m scared too,” aishu replied.

Both of them stood there whispering, pushing each other playfully.

Just then, Jathin was passing by from there and noticed them. Seeing their behavior, he silently walked away.

Finally, Bhumi decided that she would knock on the door.

She gently knocked. As soon as the door opened, Shalini ma’am was taking the first lecture. Seeing them, she said, “What is this? Late on the very first day itself?”

Both of them silently said, “Sorry, ma’am.”

Without saying anything else, the ma’am told them to go and sit down. Everyone in the class was staring at them. They slowly walked in. All the seats were already filled, and since there was space only on the last bench, they went and sat there.

ma’am is explaining the lesson very sincerely. But the whole class is looking around in different directions, putting on bored faces and just passing time. The boys, on the other hand, are cracking sarcastic jokes with the ma’am.

Aishu slowly takes out her bag, took out her lip gloss, eyeliner, and kajal, and looks at herself on the phone while applying them.

Aishu, what are you doing? Why all this now? If ma’am sees you, both you and I will be in trouble, Bhumi says.

Hey… chill. Anyway, I need to look good,especially for my favourite sir,” Aishu replies.

Bhumi doesn’t understand anything.Your favourite sir? What do you mean? We just came today. How did you already get a favourite sir?”

My Bhumi baby… I told you yesterday, right? Jathin sir. He’s the one,” Aishu says.

You’re crazy... you confirmed your favourite sir and not even listening to his class,” Bhumi says.

yaar, . If you had seen sir yesterday, you would understand. He’s coming today, just wait and watch,” Aishu says.

“Huh… let’s see your favourite sir,” Bhumi says, rolling her eyes, and then starts listening to the class.

The first class got over. Everyone was sitting there uninterested. Suddenly, everyone stood up. Bhumi and Aishu also got up and stood.

Aishu looked toward the front and said, “There… look, look… didn’t I tell you about him yesterday?”

Bhumi looked curiously, but since there were many people in front, she couldn’t see properly. She thought she would look once everyone settled down. By then, he had turned his back and was attaching a pen drive to the screen. When Bhumi looked, only his back was visible. Feeling disappointed, she sat down.

Aishu was sitting beside her, describing his features like a cricket commentator.

“Look… look… even from the back he looks so good… look at those arms, it feels like he could lift all the Mountains at once,” she said, resting her head on Bhumi’s shoulder.

Bhumi smiled softly and stayed quiet. She waited, thinking she would finally get to see his face.

Finally he turned front.. Every ones eyes on him.. When Bhumi seen him a different kind of feeling rushed on her.. She looking him from head to toe.

He had a defined jawline, a straight nose, and balanced cheekbones. His eyes are clear and expressive, framed by thick eyebrows that give his face look good. He had a beard .His lips rest in a calm, neutral expression.

He had a platinum chain on his neck which is moving while moiving.he had broad shoulders and a solid chest . His arms are strong and defined. He stands with a steady, confident posture, and his movements are relaxed and controlled, giving him a balanced look. The main thing which bhumi caught is his stone earring. The stone making him to look more vibrant.

But something happened suddenly, that she spelled every feature about him outside..

Aishu in shock.bhumi described him like she known him from years..

Bhumi...yaar.. Bhumi.. Are you fine.. Is everything ok. I didn't expected this from you. You elaborated him better than me…

Bhumi has come out of the zone. Aishu is looking at Bhumi with a mix of feelings on her face.

That… that… it just slipped suddenly, that’s all…bhumi said

Bhumi couldn’t understand what had happened to her all of a sudden. Ignoring Aishu’s face, she adjusted hair..Aishu smiled..

Jathin scanned everybody and finally spoked... Good morning everyone..Heartily welcome to our college. I am Jathin Nirvan, your architecture faculty and HOD of the department.I'm looking forward to teach you in my style.My aim as a lecturer is to develop students analytical skills and practical understanding of the subject. Without any hesitation you can ask any doubts. I'm always here to explain. ONLY SUBJECT RELATED…

Everyone looked at themselves and controlled their giggles.

So let me clear my rules..Discipline is very important to me.Pay attention to my class.Use positive language Work hard and try your best.If you cross limits then I will also cross my boundaries..

Is it clear..Everyone nodded unanimously..

Words…?

Yes sir..Everyone reacted and bhumi and Aishu looked at each other..

He is maybe full strict..( Bhumi said)Aishu nodded.

So without late let me ask you one question.He looked at everyone.

He looked at the left-side row and made one student stand up. When he asked the question, the student couldn’t answer properly.Then the students in the middle row faced the same situation.Finally, he looked towards the right side.

Bhumi prayed silently, hoping, “Please don’t make me stand up. I don't want to answer.”But fate seemed to wish otherwise.

After looking at everyone, he lowered his face for a moment and then called out,“You… the one in the middle of the last bench.”

That was it ,Bhumi’s fear has no limits. Her palms were sweating. Aishu looked at her face.

“Come on… get up. It’s okay,” Aishu encouraged her.

But Bhumi was tense. She slowly stood up and looked toward the front.And that was the first time their eyes met.

His face was clear, calm, and he was waiting for her answer.

But Bhumi didn’t know what to say. She kept fidgeting with her dress.

Then his voice rose slightly,Let me know why you joined this college?

That question kept echoing again and again in Bhumi’s ears.She wanted to answer, but fear was stopping her from speaking.Everyone was looking at Bhumi.

She closed her eyes for a moment, took a deep breath, gathered her courage, and started speaking.At first, she was scared. Then she spoke better ,but not looking at sir, she spoke while staring at the wall.

“Myself Bh..”

“No need for introduction. Come to the point.”

Bhumi felt irritated, but she started again.

“The main reason I joined this college is my goal.

I felt that this college would be a good step to achieve my dream.I personally believe under the right mentorship I can improve not only my skills, but potentially gain insights of the subject.I want to build my career properly. Get a good job. And take good care of my family.

Jathin listened to her and said a word good.

He gestured to Bhumi to sit. She sat but she felt disappointed that he said the word good.

Later he started teaching. Everyone listened to his class with full concentration. Bhumi also listened to his class with full attention.After finishing his explaining

Anybody have a doubts you can ask..

But nobody raised any doubts..

So this silence I can take it as clear.

With that his class timing was completed and he moved from the classroom.

Everyone took a long breath and started whispering…

“Wow… what a class… only one hour per day? It would have been so nice if we had him for the whole day…”

Another girl said,“Hey girls, from today onwards, Jathin sir is my crush, okay? No one else is allowed to look at him…”

Another girl“Shall we ask for his number saying we have doubts?”“No no… let’s ask for his Instagram ID. We can see his pictures too…”

Another girl“But what if sir already has a girlfriend?”“What if he is married?”

Listening to all this, Bhumi felt very strange. She thought to herself that everyone had fallen for sir. Then a thought struck her,Is sir really married?

Beside her, Aishu was praying,“Oh God, please don’t break our hearts. Please make sir stay single…”

Seeing that, Bhumi didn’t know whether to laugh or feel something else.

During the afternoon lunch break, Aishu and Bhumi were sitting in the canteen, chatting while eating. Then a girl came and spoke to them.

“Hi… I’m Mithali,”she said, extending her hand.

Aishu and Bhumi looked at each other and introduced themselves too.

“Can I sit here?” she asked and sat down.

Mithali was a very innocent girl. She said that everyone in the class comments that she looks very small.

Hearing that, Aishu got angry and said,“Who commented on you? Have they already started body-shaming on the very first day?”

She became furious and stood up saying,“Why did you stay silent? We shouldn’t give such people any chance!”

But Bhumi stopped her.

“Shh… Aishu, don’t rush. It’s the first day. Why should we react now? We’ll get our time, then we’ll show them.”

Aishu : Till then, let’s stay calm, this what you want to say.

Bhumi : Not like that… if they repeat it again, we’ll see,” Bhumi said, calming Aishu down.

Then she told Mithali,

“And you are our friend from today. If you have any problem, share it with us. We will help you.”

She hugged Mithali.All three smiled and continued eating.

Suddenly, the door banged loudly as a group of girls walked in…They came dressed very posh and rude, showing a strong attitude. Behind them, another gang of boys followed. Everyone stood up. It looked like they had come to announce something.

One girl walked around and said,“Hey guys, we are the seniors. We are very important to you. We have ten times more experience than you in everything. There is no one in this college who doesn’t know the Alpha Squad gang.”

Then another boy came forward and said,“This college has studies, and it also has entertainment. We are like an undercover team in this college. Only the programs we decide will actually run here. You are freshers, right? You will know very soon.”

Then another girl came and said,“All the freshers here, raise your hands.”

All the freshers raised their hands.“Hmmm… there are many of you,” she said, and from among everyone, she called about ten people. Bhumi, Aishu, and Mithali were among them.

Mithali whispered,“Isn’t this ragging? I heard there is no ragging in this college.”

Aishu whispered back,“We don’t need to know everything. There are many things we don’t know.”

The three of them, whispering, went towards them. That gang asked them to follow and took everyone to the garden and made them stand there. They told them to stand in a line to give instructions. Everyone lined up.

Finally, it was Bhumi’s turn.

When Bhumi was introducing herself, a guy from their gang named Karthik started observing her. He wanted to ask her more questions.

“Oh… Good name. Where are you from?”

“Hyderabad.”

“South… wow. What kind of movies do you like?”

Bhumi didn’t really want to answer, but out of helplessness, she said,

“Action.”

“Action? I like action too, but more than action, I love romantic movies,” he said, smiling and looking at her from top to bottom.

Hearing that, Bhumi became very angry and stared at his face angrily.

He smiled at her, and the entire gang looked at her in the same way.

One of the girls said,“Are you scared that we are ragging you? Don’t worry. Ragging will be only for five days. The rest of the days you can live as you like. But for these five days, you will be under our control.”

They started giving different dares to each person in line and told them to perform them.

Looking at Mithali’s height, they gave her very high heels and told her to roam around the whole day wearing those heels.

Looking at Aishu, they said,“Oh… you are a full fashion girl,” and applied purple lipstick, eyeliner, and blush, dressing her up in a flashy way.

Seeing all this, Bhumi and Aishu became very angry. When Aishu was about to speak, Bhumi stopped her and said,“We will complain against you. That you are ragging us.”

TO BE CONTINUED

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