Synopsis :
Shree lost her bicycle. She was so upset and couldn't stop thinking about her bicycle. She went to her college in a Mini Bus. There she met an old man Gnyanam. Through him , she learnt what is life. From then, She stopped worrying about her bicycle.
It is a shock and not a surprise.
That was Tuesday , the day Shree usually calls Sai. She went to the public booth and dialed Sai's number, Sai picked the call and said "Shree ! I was waiting for your call". I need to discuss an important thing to you. Can we meet tomorrow evening ?". Shree said "Important ? About what ? I am curious". Sai said "I will tell you tomorrow , not in phone ". Shree said "Please , Please give me some clues". Sai said "It is about our future". The answer made her still more curious. Sai said "Bye , Meet you tomorrow in browsing Center". Shree said "Yes, I will be there at 4.45 pm" and disconnected the phone. Next day Shree went to the browsing center and waited for Sai. Sai arrived and Shree hurried asking "What is the matter? It is getting late. I need to go home. Can you hurry up Please". Sai opened a small carton. Shree said "Oh what is this?". Sai opened the carton and Shree found delicious Halwa in it. Shree smiled and asked "What special ?". Sai said "First , you take one". Shree took a piece and had a half bite. Sai pulled the other half from her hand and put in his mouth. Shree smiled and said "What is this for ?". Sai said "I got a job in Bangalore in a software company. I am just expecting an entry. I applied three months back and I informed my college as well". Shree said in a sad tone "So , I am the last one to be informed. Right ?". Sai swallowed and said "No , Not like that, I thought it would be a surprise". Shree looked somewhere and said "It is a shock and not a surprise".
One day I will give you back in double
Though she was happy inside that Sai got a job , she couldn't take it easy as she was going to miss him so badly. Sai understood that Shree was unhappy as he been going to a place which is far. Sai convinced Shree and said "If you show this kind of face , How will I do my job there ? I am starting this week end as they need me immediately". Shree felt like crying , but she controlled her tears as it should not bother Sai. Sai said "Don't worry , I will come once in a month and you can call me any time. Fourth semester exams been arriving. Do well". Shree nodded her head. Sai said "Talk something". Shree looked him deeply and said "All the best. Take care of your health. Avoid eating outside". and continued " Whom you are staying with? ". Sai said " I am residing with my friends. Don't worry , I will be fine". Sai discussed about his joining company, designation and his salary. Shree heard everything and said "I am leaving . It is already late". When Shree was about to leave , Sai pulled her hands and made her stay. Shree said "What?". Sai said "So......... we are going to meet only next month ? Till then I need something for remembrance so that I won't miss you much". Shree took his hands and kissed his palm. Sai in reciprocation took her hands and tried to kiss , but Shree pulled her hands and said "No" and sparkled. Sai pretended to be annoyed and smiled. Sai said "I will start counting the kisses . One day I will give you back in double. So be ready". Shree giggled and said "Ya sure". On the way home ,Shree choked and tears poured down. She had no choice rather to accept Sai's separation and consoled herself that this was just a temporary situation.
I have no choice rather to take her help
Days went by . Sai arrived each month and both met in their home. That Tuesday Shree called Sai and told him about her project . She said that she needed a book which will be available only in cities and also mentioned the book name. Sai said that he would buy the book and courier to his address. Shree said "I have only one day . I need the book". Sai said "Do not worry , It will reach you". Shree asked "How ?". Sai said "My cousin is studying in tamil department in your college. She lives in my street. She will handover the book to you tomorrow". Shree exclaimed "You have a cousin studying in my college ? You didn't tell me ?". Sai said "She is not that important to me. Her name is Kalpana , BA Tamil II Year" ". Shree said "Okay. Take care" and disconnected the call. The next day , On the way to college Shree again called Sai. He said " The book reached my place. Kalpana will bring the book to the college. You don't know her , but she knows you as you are the singer in the college. Do not tell anything to her, If she asks anything , Say just we are friends". Shree said "Yes". Sai again stressed "Kalpana was pestering my mother that how I get to know you. So please be careful with her. As you need the book urgent, I have no choice rather to take her help". Shree said "Okay" and disconnected the call.
That makes my doubt intense
Shree waited that Kalpana would come to her class and handover the book. But nobody came. So , she hurried to the History department in the break. She was about to enter Kalpana's class. She heard two girls talking. Girl 1 said "What is this book , so big book. seems like a Physics book". Girl 2 said " Yes , My Cousin gave me this book to handover to Shree". Girl 1 "The girl who sings right ?". Girl 2 "Yes, Exactly. If she wants the book , Let her come and get it. Am I a servant for her ? . But.....I am thinking how they know each other. Shree is beautiful. So, I doubt something". Girl 1 said "Doubt what ?". Girl 2 said "I heard through some people in the street talking that a fair girl keeps visiting Sai's home frequently. I guess that would be Shree. I strongly doubt they love each other". Shree entered the class and smiled as if she heard nothing. Shree asked "Who is Kalapana here ?". Kalapana and Girl 1 blinked at each other and was shocked. Kalpana said "Ya , I am Kalpana" and handed the book to Shree. Shree smiled and said "Thanks" and stepped out of the class. Kalapana said to the Girl 1"Phew ....Did you notice one thing. She didn't say me to convey thanks for Sai, That makes my doubt intense". Shree stepped inside Kalpana's class again and said "Sorry yar , Just convey my thanks to Sai" and smiled wide and left the place. Girl 1 looked Kalpana in a mocking way and said "So , now what ??". Kalpana bit her teeth in an annoying way and said "She will be caught one day. Lets see".
Do not Gossip
One day Shree went to meet Sai in his home. When Sai and Shree was talking in the living room, Suddenly a girl entered the home exclaiming "Anna(Brother)!!!". Shree saw her and smiled. It was Kalpana. Kalpana avoided Shree lethargically and didn't smile back. Kalpana said "Anna (Brother)! It seems your friend visiting your home frequently ? What is the matter ?". Sai said "Kalpana , What are you expecting me to tell you ?". Kalpana lethargically said "The truth". Sai said "Yes , We love each other , Then what you need to know?". Kalpana pretended to be happy and exclaimed "Oh is it! I am so happy for you". Sai said "Don't spread news in the college. Do not gossip. Understand?". Kalpana said "Hey Anna(Brother)! Don't mention it! Never ever I'll do those silly things". Sai smiled and mockingly said "I know about you" and gently tapped on her head. Kalpana went near Sai , held his hands and said looking at Shree "You know , I am always the first dearest to him". Shree understood her motive and smiled. Sai understood that Kalpana was just trying to show off to Shree. Sai looked at Shree and blinked in a playful way. Shree said "It is getting late. I am leaving". She bade bye to everyone and left the place.
Did Shree fooled you ?
Kalpana said "How did you get to know Shree ?". Sai said "Her sister is my friend and I am her family friend too". Sai's Mom interfered "You know.... Shree is the class topper and she is good in studies". Kalapna lethargically said "Who said so? I heard that she is not that good in studies". Sai smiled. Kalpana asked "Did Shree fooled you saying that ? . I heard through a friend that she always thinks too much about herself and she'll praise herself before others". Sai said "I think , its time for you to go home". Kalapna said "Whatever , nothing can be done now . You carry on. But don't believe beautiful girls !". Sai said "Okay , Madam . Bye". She bade bye to everyone and left Sai's home. The next day , The news spread like fire in history department. Days passed. Her semester exams arrived. Shree as usual performed well. Semester holidays went like a wink of an eye.
Stop the tuition!
It was the final year for Shree. One fine evening, Shree was taking tuition. She heard a loud gate opening. She just popped her head to see who opened the gate so hard. It was Akhila. Akhila was restless and she hurried inside the home. Akhila rushed inside shouting "Shree ! Come here as fast as you could". Shree felt nervous and ran down. Shree asked "Why are you shouting like this?" and saw a white cover in her hand. Akhila hugged Shree and jumped. Shree was clueless. She took the sweets from the sweet box and over filled her mouth. Shree mumbled. Mom too was puzzled , but she was overjoyed seeing Akhila shouting and jumping . Akhila shouted "I got a job in Chennai" and continued shouting " As a lecturer in a leading Engineering college". Shree now jumped and shouted "Oooooooooh Yeeyyyyyyyyyy". Akhila shouted "Half of our problem solved. We move to a better home. Shree ! You can stop taking tuition , as this is your final year. You have loads to study". Shree smiled and said "Yes". Shree's Mom and dad were happy that Akhila going to city for work. That weekend , Akhila packed all her things and started to Chennai. Shree never deeply thought Akhila these days. The separation made her to remember Akhila so much. Akhila convinced Shree saying "Do not worry , One more year. .. You too can come with me to Chennai and find a job there". Shree smiled blank and nodded. She said "Take care". Mom said "Call me daily". Dad helped her with the luggage and said "Take care . Reach the place and call us". Shree with the heavy heart waived her hands to Akhila. The bus left from the place. They fixed all their eyes on the bus till it disappeared from their sight and returned home. A week , Life was very tough without Akhila. After that week , everybody was used to it and was back to their work.
What ???.... No....
That day , Shree was busy in the class. The lab assistant entered her class and said "Shree! You are wanted by HOD". Shree jumped from her seat and went with the lab assistant. Shree asked "You have any idea about what she called me for ?". The lab assistant said "Shree ! What did you do. The HOD was annoyed and She seems to be angry at you". Shree was confused and scared. Shree asked the lab assistant " Are you sure?". The lab assistant said "Yes, whatever she asks think and answer. Handle boldly". Shree gave a fake smile and went inside the staff room. The HOD saw Shree and asked her to come to the physics lab , so that they can talk in private. Shree had a fluttery feeling in her stomach. Her hands and legs started trembling. Her heads started rotating. HOD took a chair. Shree stood obediently folded her hands in front. The HOD cleared her throat and in a hard tone "Shree! I can notice a change of behavior in you". Shree blinked. The HOD continued "Do not pretend". Shree said in a low tone "Madam ! I really don't get what you are talking about". The HOD said "Shree , I heard a news about you that you are having a love affair". Shree was shocked and asked "What ? .. no". The HOD said "The news came from a trustworthy person". and continued "If we hear such things and if it is proved ,The student will be given TC without mercy. Discipline is important for us. I know you are a good girl and a topper expecting University Rank and I have recommended you for the best outgoing student award as well. As I respect these in you , I don't want to take any action and so I am talking to you. Just remember you are from a poor family". Shree stood silent. HOD asked "So what you say?". Shree was ready to face the problem.
Shree cleared her throat and said "Before I deny what you said . I just want to know who is the trust worthy person ? How dare they say something like that about a girl? . Madam , You called me and discussing about this instead of taking action on me, made me really proud. This shows that it was hard for you to believe the trust worthy person as the charge was on me. Madam , I need to thank you for that . Again I say I don't have any affair". She brimmed with confidence when she said so. The HOD said "It was the HOD of Tamil department". Shree blinked and said "Why should the HOD of tamil department should charge me with such blunder?. I was confused". The HOD said "It was told by a girl in her department . The girl was very close to the HOD and she said that you are in love with her brother". Now Shree understood everything. Shree said "Madam! Can you be able to call that girl and ask her about this in front of me". HOD started believing Shree as she spoke with confidence. The HOD thought she was courageous too. Shree said "We had some controversies in our college cultural with Tamil department. The rapo was not that good with them . So this may be the reason for them to create this issue. I wonder , how people get down to this level ?". HOD said "I believe you , But you need to do one thing for me to trust you completely". Shree nodded. Shree was tired and asked to herself "How long I will bare these ? God help me". She was ready for the next arrow that HOD going to shoot at her. The HOD said "Promise on Lord Ganesha who is in our college temple that you didn't have any affair"
And Now , I can hear you saying "Oh my god ! Critical situation ! What Shree will do now ? Will she promise or surrender?. What will she choose Sai or Studies?.How she going to handle this ?". And I say "I could imagine that scary feeling in each and everyone of your face like Shree. All I say is "Patience" Friday is not too far :)"
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