As soon as Mahi reached downstairs for breakfast, the scene in front of her left her shocked.
Wasn't Priya just saying she had to leave?
And now look at her—sitting comfortably with the family, eating like nothing happened.
A few minutes ago, her face looked like she had seen a ghost.
And now? Totally normal.
Mahi muttered to herself in disbelief.
But then she decided to ignore it.
She had an important test today, and her performance in college had always been excellent. She didn't want unnecessary drama distracting her.
After wishing everyone good morning, Mahi sat down at the dining table—right next to Priya.
That's when Grandmother glared at her.
"How many times have I told you, Mahi?"
"In the morning, instead of good morning, you should say Radhe-Radhe. But you never listen."
Shaking her head, Grandmother muttered,
"I don't know what will happen to this girl."
Hearing this, Mahi made a face internally.
Seriously, Dadi… don't you think you're way too strict?
Do you never feel even a little pity for us?
Why is it always scolding, scolding, and more scolding?
Do you ever get tired of it?
Of course, all of this stayed inside her head.
She didn't have the courage to say a single word out loud.
A little while later, everyone was busy having breakfast.
What no one knew was that Anisha had made the breakfast.
And if anyone had found out, chances were—no one would've touched it.
That's exactly why Anisha didn't tell a soul.
Everyone noticed that today's breakfast tasted different.
Better.
Special.
They couldn't stop praising it.
Even Grandmother was complimenting the food.
But all that praise wasn't for Anisha.
It was for Karuna, the cook of Jindal Mansion.
Karuna had been working there for 20 years.
She had been brought into the house by Grandmother herself—back when Karuna was just 25 years old.
No one in the family knew why Grandmother had hired her.
And no one dared to ask.
After Grandfather's death, Grandmother was the undisputed head of the family.
Not even Janki, her favorite daughter-in-law, knew the truth behind Karuna's presence.
Karuna had a genuinely kind nature, and within no time, she had earned a place in everyone's heart.
Earlier, Anisha had requested Karuna not to tell anyone that she had made the breakfast.
Karuna didn't really understand why—
but she respected Anisha's request and stayed silent.
"Wow, Karuna," Grandmother said, impressed.
"Today's breakfast was amazing. You've made so many different dishes!"
There were more than five varieties on the table—
and every single one looked tempting.
Suddenly, Arvik spoke.
"I need to say something important to all of you."
The moment he said that, everyone at the table looked at him with questioning eyes.
Arvik continued,
"As you all know, Anisha and I got married under… complicated circumstances."
"She hasn't met most of the family yet. And many relatives still believe that I'm married to Aditi."
"Stop beating around the bush," Janki interrupted sharply.
"Just say what you want to say."
"Mom," Arvik said calmly,
"I was thinking—why don't we organize a family function? Invite all our relatives and officially introduce Anisha."
The moment he said this, everyone's expressions changed.
Shock.
Disbelief.
Silence.
But the most shocked person was Priya.
Not because Arvik wanted to organize a function for Anisha—
But because she had just found out that Arvik was supposed to marry a girl named Aditi.
Priya was already struggling to digest the fact that Arvik was married.
And now this?
Another emotional bomb.
Handling all of this became impossible for her.
She decided it was best to leave Jindal Mansion.
Earlier, she had stayed only because Grandmother stopped her.
But now, everyone's attention was on Arvik.
Taking advantage of the moment, Priya quietly left.
Mahi noticed her leaving—but didn't stop her.
Honestly, Priya's presence or absence didn't matter to her.
She wasn't her friend—just her brother's friend's sister.
But Priya wasn't the only one shocked.
Anisha was equally stunned.
What is wrong with Arvik?
Does he even realize what he's saying?
He wants to introduce me to everyone?
At least he could've asked me before making such a big decision!
Do I even want to meet everyone?
It's been eight days since I met Arvik… and I still don't understand him.
Anisha kept silently cursing him in her head.
So tell me, guys 👀
Do you think the family will agree to this function?
Or will Grandmother pull something unexpected again?
Well…
To find out, you'll have to read the next chapter 😉
Till then—
Bye guys 🔥💔