The Vanishing Choice: Frolic of Survival

Reminiscence

[The next morning.]

[Elisa slowly opened her eyes as the sunlight fell on her. She noticed that she was almost lying over him and her left hand rested on his chest. She felt very shy and jumped to get up quickly. With that jerk Cyrus also woke up.]

[As her eyes contacted him, her face became pinkish.]

Elisa: Wh.. What happened yes... yesterday? Why are you here? (In a suspicious tone)

[Cyrus was stunned by her question.]

Cyrus: Wow!!! (Clapping) What a silly question!!! Miss, you were pulling me again and again to stay with you.

Elisa: Is it? (In a nervous tone) Have I done anything wrong to you?

[This time Cyrus got the ball in his court. He made a disturbing face.]

Cyrus: Look Elisa. I didn't expect that from you.

Elisa: (scared) Why? What have I done? Please tell me na.

[He was trying to control his laughter.]

Cyrus: I thought you were not like the others. But... Huh!! You were beyond my expectations.

[This time Elisa jumped to hold his both hands in guilt.]

Elisa: I'm sorry for what I've done. I was too drunk to control me. I didn't mean to disrespect you. Please tell me, what have I done.

Cyrus: Nothing..

Elisa: Please (with moist eyes).

Cyrus: Actually, you poured a whole bucket of water on my expectation.

Elisa: What!! What do you mean?

Cyrus: While you were about to kiss me for the 1st time, you fell asleep.

Elisa: What!!! Are you making a joke of me Cyrus? I was just literally scared.

[She swallowed with anger and turned back. She crossed her arms on her chest and sat on the edge of the bed.]

[Looking at her anger, Cyrus tried to hug her.]

Cyrus: Okay okay... I was just kidding.

[She shrugged him off. But this time he cuddled her tightly from the backside.
She tried to free herself but couldn't.]

Elisa: Leave me. You're a bad guy.

Cyrus: My Elisa told me not to leave her. So I won't leave her. Do whatever you want.

Elisa: She doesn't love you.

Cyrus: You don't need to worry. I can handle my Elisa.

Elisa: Okay, but leave me. (In an anger). I won't talk to you. You're a liar.

[He left her and came in front of her. Then she lightly pulled both of her cheeks.]

Cyrus: Awwwww... You're looking so cute while in anger. Now please forgive me, my Angel. (Pouting his face)

[This time she couldn't resist her anger because of his behaviour.]

Elisa: Okay okay. I'm not angry anymore. Now I have to change. Go outside.

Cyrus: What if I don't want to go? (In a teasing tone)

[Elisa rolled her eyes and pushed him as a train and got him out. Outside the door, Cyrus mimicking with her but she closed the door.]

[Inside the room.]

Elisa: Go away (giggling).

[She removed her white frock which she was wearing since yesterday. As the morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a golden glow in Elisa's room, she walked in front of the mirror. As she found herself naked, she lost in the memories of her time with Cyrus. The way in which she knocked with him at the college for the 1st time and tore his seat.]

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"शूरू हो रही हैं नई मंजिलें,
नई जिंदगी का सफर।

शाम उतरे जहां चांदनी ओढ़ कर,
धूप बिखरी रहे जिस जगह रेत पर।

इस जहां से परे आ कहीं हम चलें,
रात लेटी रहे अपनी चादर तले। ।

मैं गुड़िया बन जाउंगी
मेरे साथ तू खेलते रहना,
कभी बाहों में झूला झूलाना
कभी दिल से लगा लेना।

महबूबा मैं तेरी महबूबा
महबूबा मैं तेरी महबूबा,
महबूबा मैं तेरी महबूबा
महबूबा हो मैं तेरी महबूबा"

('Mehabooba', KGF: Chapter 2)

"New destinations are beginning, 
The journey of a new life.

Where the evening descends with moonlight draped, 
And the sun scatters its rays on the sand.

Let's go somewhere beyond this world, 
Where the night keeps its blanket underneath.

I'll become a doll, 
Keep playing with me, 
Sometimes swing me in your arms, 
Sometimes hold me close to your heart.

Beloved, I am your beloved, 
Beloved, I am your beloved, 
Beloved, I am your beloved, 
Beloved, I am your beloved."

[She took the blanket and wrapped herself. Her mind was as fresh as a blank canvas, where Cyrus had drawn his colourful emotions for her. When all were about to vote for her disappearance, he didn't like her but still didn't vote.]

[While cuddling herself with the blanket, she was surrounded by the hazardous sacrifice of Cyrus. Then his love and that ring. The sunlight danced on the walls. As she reminisced, a gentle flush colored her cheeks.]

[She looked at her ring and it was glistening in the bright sunlight.]

[The time was 10:10 am. As it was a national holiday they didn't go to college. After finishing breakfast, Cyrus went to the garden side. Elisa also followed him.]

[A charming garden adjoined his home, its winding stone path framed by vibrant blooms of roses, orchids and daisies. Potted herbs lined the windowsill, their fragrant left catching the sunlight.]

Elisa: Gardening is your hobby right?

Cyrus: (wearing Gardening Apron) Ummmm.. Not that.. But since I was alone before I met you, this is the only thing which I loved to do. These orchids and all. (Smiling)

Elisa: And (a big smile) now I'm here to help you.

Cyrus: Miss, think about it once again. It'll be a little messy.

[She took a shovel.]

Elisa: I'm ready sir. (Smile)

Cyrus: Okay okay (laughing), come on.

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Stay with the flow.

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