Description
Dr. Arjun Rajvanshi stood at the helm of Rajvanshi Hospital, his gaze commanding the sprawling metropolis below. His eyes, like polished onyx, reflected the weight of his responsibilities. As one of India's most renowned doctors, he had built an empire, saving countless lives. Yet, his success came at a price - his emotions, locked away, hidden from the world. Arjun's phone buzzed, breaking the silence. "Dr. Rajvanshi, the patient in ICU needs your attention." With a curt nod, he turned to leave, his white coat billowing behind him. Meanwhile, in a quiet corner of the city, Shruti Agarwal tenderly nurtured a fledgling sapling in her laboratory. As an agronomist, she coaxed life from the earth, her passion for sustainable farming burning bright. Among friends, Shruti's laughter echoed, infectious and joyful. But to outsiders, she presented a reserved façade, guarding her emotions. Shruti's colleague, Dr. Jain, approached her workstation. "Shruti, your research on drought-resistant crops is revolutionary. You'll change the face of Indian agriculture." Shruti's eyes sparkled, but her response was measured. "Thank you, sir. There's still much work to be done." As Arjun saved lives and Shruti cultivated hope, their paths seemed destined to remain parallel, never intersecting. Yet, fate has a way of intertwining lives, testing the boundaries of even the most guarded hearts. In the shadows, a tragedy loomed, one that would bring these two individuals together, forcing them to confront their deepest fears and desires. For Arjun and Shruti, the journey ahead would require them to surrender their defenses, to risk being vulnerable, and to discover that even the most unlikely union can heal the deepest wounds. ---
Prologue
