Once a happy go lucky girl, her demeanor changed drastically and she finally succumbed to her in laws pressure of having a child immediately. This was followed by incessant medical check ups, exhausting fasts and poojas for conceiving a child and performing superstitious rituals to make her fertile!!
It was a union of equal partnership!
Where there was fair share of household tasks and childcare;
But it did not go well with my neighbor aunty!
“When I was a bride, I did whatever I was asked for, and never uttered a word nor raised my voice, even if I felt uncomfortable or did not like certain things. I was respectful and kept my head hung low in front of my in-laws.
Few seconds later, she again said- “This must change!”
Rashi grinned triumphantly. At last, both families had acceded to their unremitting requests. Red Choora, exquisite jewellery and impeccable make up, she looked resplendent. The day finally came when she was getting married to the love of her life; what more she could have wished for! Her dream was taking shape and her happiness knew no bounds! Ecstatic, she was waiting for her groom to arrive.
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