Dil Ke Karib (Ch 54 Early Access)

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Chapter 54: When Karma Holds a Mirror

The night had settled over the village, soft and still, yet the square retained the echoes of what had just transpired. Lanterns swayed gently overhead, their golden light trembling against the walls, casting long, quivering shadows on the cobblestones.

The distant croak of frogs and the faint rustle of palm leaves were the only sounds, as if the world itself were holding its breath.

Rajeev stood beside Nandini, their hands brushing together lightly.

He could feel the strength in her presence, quiet but unyielding, like the roots of an ancient tree. His gaze drifted across the square, and memories rose unbidden—the day they had been dragged before this same panchayat, accused of sins they had never committed, their love seen as shame, their dignity trampled under the weight of the village’s whispers.

"He is a sinner; he doesn't deserve forgiveness," the village elder had declared, his voice harsh and unforgiving.

Raghav's father nodded beside him. Vikrant's parents lowered their heads in shame. "Please forgive him." Vikrant's parents begged for mercy, their voices trembling with fear and desperation. Hand joined in a silent plea for their son's life, the couple awaited the panchayat's judgment with bated breath.