Psycho State

Who was there? (7)

**Anu's POV Continues**

*Though I didn't let my expressions be seen on my face! I told him...*

Anu: "I know that I'm Anushka Sen, but can you stop staring at me, please? It's weird! If you want to tell me something, then tell..."

But before Siddharth could respond, the next teacher arrived, and Anushka returned to her seat.

*Pov ends.*

The entire day, Siddharth continued to stare at Anushka.

During the zero period, Anushka approached a girl sitting behind her.

Anu: "Janu!"

[**This is Jannat (Jan), Anushka's best friend. They share everything and always stay together. Jannat studies with Anushka.]

Jan (smirking): "New boy?!"

Anu: "Dumb, what are you talking about?"

Jan: "Siddharth... The staring... I've seen it."

Anu: "Ugh, that's the problem, dude. Why is he staring like that? I don't even know him."

Jan: "Maybe he recently melted for my beauty queen."

Anu: "Ugh, don't tease me, Janu! He's irritating... weird... and you know..."

Jan: "Ah, babe, leave it! You don't need to give any attention to those dumb boys."

Anu: "Yeah, but... that... pap..."

Anushka got lost in her thoughts, looking tense. Before she could finish her sentence, Jannat interrupted.

Jan: "No buts, Anu! Come and sit with me... you'll feel better."

Anu (smiling): "Yeah, maybe you're right."

Anushka moved to sit with Jannat, blocking her view of Siddharth. The rest of the day went well, and Anushka forgot about Siddharth.

The bell rang, signaling dispersal time.

Anu: "Janu, I need to go to the washroom!"

Janu: "Ugh, Anu, we'll be late, dude! They must be waiting!"

Anu: "Yeah, I know! Okay, you go ahead, I'll join you."

Jannat left the school, and Anushka headed to the washroom. The building was empty, and she felt uneasy but hurried on. As she washed her hands, she sensed someone approaching. Suddenly, she heard a noise, and someone appeared before her.

Anu: "This isn't the boys' washroom!"

Sm1: "I know."

**Sid's Side**

Siddharth was sitting on his bed, smiling coldly while gripping the bedsheets tightly. Suddenly, his phone rang. His expression changed to charming and cute.

Sid: "Hello, Avneet!"

Avu: "Hi, baby! Are you home?"

Sid: "Yes, I am!"

Avu: "Great! How was your day?"

Sid: "Beautiful, just like you."

Avu: "Ah, naughty boy! Thank you! Hey babe, hang on, another call is coming."

Sid: "It's okay, let's talk later."

Avu: "Sure!"

Avneet picked up the second call.

Avu: "Yes, Abhishek?"

Abhi: "Avneet, be quick, there's another murder at SKM College!"

Avu: "WHAT? OMG, okay, I'll be there soon!"

Abhi: "Yeah!"

Avneet arrived quickly, joining her team already on the scene.

ACP: "The body wounds are the same as the previous one! She's sitting on the pan the same way."

Abhi: "Yes, ma'am! And her appearance is also the same."

Avu: "Ma'am, one minute!"

Ishani arrived.

Ishani: "Ma'am, her name is Anushka. She's in the third semester and was a good, studious girl."

ACP: "I see."

Avneet inspected the body but found nothing. She then noticed something beside the pan.

Avu: "Ma'am, there! The rose! Remember, we found it last time too!"

ACP: "Yeah! Put it in the evidence box!"

Abhi: "Ma'am, I think I found something!"

Abhishek opened the dead body's fist, revealing a piece of paper.

ACP: "Open it!"

They saw something written with red lipstick and lines drawn on it. This time, the writing was visible.

Avu: "The murderer was in a hurry! He or she didn't draw much!"

Abhi (laughing): "Seems like!"

Abhi (reads the word): "GIFTED."

Ishani: "The words are written with a stencil! Strange!"

Abhi: "Not so strange, Ishani! You're new to CID, that's why you're taken aback. It's normal; the murderer wants to hide his or her handwriting."

Ishani: "I see!"

ACP: "Gourav, send the body and evidence to forensics!"

Gourav: "Yes, ma'am!"

They exited and saw a boy and girl crying. The boy was almost unconscious, leaning on the girl's shoulder.

ACP: "Please don't cry! May we know your identities? We're from CID."

Girl: "Ma'am, I'm Jannat, and he is Anushka's boyfriend!"

Avu: "We understand your condition, but if you don't cooperate, we can't find her murderer!"

Jan: "Yes, ma'am, I know! I will cooperate!"

ACP: "Can he talk?"

Jan: "Ma'am, I'm answering for him. You can see his condition!"

Avu: "How was Anushka?"

Jan: "Very humble. She never made any enemies. I've never seen such a loyal girl. She was caring and kind."

Abhi: "Did you notice any changes in her behavior recently?"

Jan: "No, ma'am! But she got a threat letter!"

Abhi: "Do you have it? Show us!"

Jannat handed over the letter.

Avu: "Just like before! Letters from newspapers!"

[Hey sweet peoples, hope you liked this chapter!!! Let's see what will happen next]

Who is the murderer?

Why someone will kill a girl like Anushka?

Who is Anushka's boyfriend?

Did Siddharth have a crush on Anushka?

Who was in the washroom?

How will CID solve the case?