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Chapter 1 - Wild Spirits

Heat. Noise. Chaos.

A room packed with people echoes with chants of a single name—Kabir… Kabir…

Girl 1: Yoo! Kabir, you’re going to win this match!

Girl 2: Oh my God, he’s so hot!

(The hooting and cheering continue.)

Inside the ring:

Kabir lands a powerful punch on his opponent. The boy crashes to the ground and doesn’t get back up.

The referee steps forward and announces the winner.

Once again, the entire crowd erupts, shouting Kabir’s name.

(Yes—Kabir has won the match.)

Kabir steps out of the ring, removes his gloves, and heads to the changing room.

Kabir (in his mind thinking): Finally its over..now am free but ye Rohan kaha marr gya...

And he comes out carrying his bag..

Kabir starts looking here and there. And comes out of the place via back door and moves toward his car. He sits in the car and opens his phone... And sees four missed calls from someone.

Kabir: ohh shit shit.. what I'm suppose to answer them😩

He places his right hand on his head and holds his phone in the other as he calls back. The phone rings—but no one answers. Suddenly, someone knocks on his car window. Kabir’s attention snaps away. He rolls down the window.

Kabir(awkwardly): Rohan yaar kaha marr gya tha tu and What party? Ek toh teri jaan bachai vo match khel kar or beta party bhi m hi du? Aur kidhr tha tu saale.. aaj dikha nhi merko tu andar club mein  bhi.

Rohan: Dekh...vo na..teri bhabhi ka call...aur tere jeete hue paise bhi lekr aaya hu ..

(He gives him money)

Kabir (while grabbing the money dramatically): woww!! bhaisaab ko unki vali ka phone aaya toh muhje bhul gye Thik hai yahi dosti thi hmari.. okay good good!

Rohan (confusingly): Bhai tuhje kya hua hai. kahi uss boxer ne ek ghusa tere sir pr toh nhi mara tha na..are you alright? Dekh kahi lagi hai toh bta de..hum abhi doctor k paas chlte hain..

Kabir : Hn aur doctor meri family ko abhi issi time bula lega, fir btana unko ki hum boxing kyu kr rhe the? Chal na yahi krte hain bhot acha plan hai..chl chl. Life mein ek toh phle hi band baja rhi hai tere jaisa dost dekr😒

Rohan: Shutup bro aur aaj Friday hai so ek house party hai vaha jana hai hme, tere liye special invitation aaya tha.

Kabir(happily): House party..ok let's go..vaise bhi abhi 11 bje hain, hmari raat toh subah 4 bje hogi..

let's go..

Rohan: ye hui na baat..merko pta tha tera mood sahi kaise hoga.

They both drive away together.

Meanwhile…

Place: Shekhawat House

A woman in her 60s paces restlessly in the main hall. Her face clearly shows panic and worry.

Another woman, around 40 years old, watches her and says gently:

Woman: Ma ji, please don’t worry. He’ll come back. I called him—he didn’t answer—but Vansh said he’ll bring him home. So please don’t stress like this.

Old Lady (Dadi): Nandini beta, you know how stubborn he is. After everything Mahesh said to him today, my child is deeply hurt. He isn’t even talking to us anymore. And you’re telling me not to worry? He’s just a child—only 19 years old. If you people start forcing him at this age, how do you expect him to listen? And as for Mahesh—let him come back from his business trip.

She clenches her shawl tightly..

Old Lady (Dadi): I’ll show him exactly what happens when someone talks like that to my grandson.

Nandini: Yes, Maa… but please rest now. Vansh will find him and bring him back.

Even as she says it, worry doesn’t leave her face.

Suddenly, Nandini’s phone starts ringing. The screen lights up with the name “Vansh.”

Dadi (anxious, impatient): Pick it up quickly. Why are you just standing there?

Nandini answers and immediately puts the call on speaker.

Vansh: Dadi, Mom—please don’t take stress. I’m going to look for Kabir right now. We’ll be back home soon, so until then, both of you should go to sleep. This is my order, and you both have to follow it.

Dadi closes her eyes for a moment, trying to calm herself.

Dadi: Beta, come back quickly. It’s already very late.

Vansh (cutting in gently): Yes, Dadi. I’m driving right now. Please sleep. Good night to both of you.

Before Dadi can say anything else, Nandini quickly speaks.

Nandini: Vansh, don’t say anything harsh to Kabir, okay? He must already be disturbed.

Vansh: Don’t worry, Mom. I’m his elder brother. I’ll handle him. Okay, I’m hanging up now.

The call ends.

The house falls silent again, but the tension remains. Dadi slowly sits down, her worry far from over.

Other side

A girl sits quietly on her bed, holding an old photograph in her hands. She stares at it for a long time, lost in memories. Her eyes slowly fill with tears. One tear escapes, then another. She puts the picture aside, wears her headphones, and lies down, staring at the ceiling.

Music starts playing, but her thoughts are louder. Deep inside her mind, she sees a happy scene— her parents smiling, her brother teasing her, all of them sitting together and enjoying a simple family snack time.

Laughter. Warmth. Safety.

A sudden knock breaks the moment.

Voice from outside: Naina… are you asleep? I’m coming in.

The door opens slowly.

A girl walks in and looks at Naina, who hasn’t moved and is still lost in her thoughts. She calls her name again, a little louder this time.

Naina finally snaps back to reality. She removes her headphones and looks at her.

Naina (sad, tired): What happened, Di? Why are you here so late at night?

The girl sighs, comes closer, and lies down beside her. She says she feels restless, bored, and doesn’t feel like staying at home tonight. Everything feels dull.

Naina suddenly sits up, pretending to be dramatic. Naina: Wait—who are you? You’re not my Alisha Di. Tell me, who are you? I don’t want to talk to you.

She turns away, clearly upset.

Naina: You didn’t even talk to Bade Papa and Mamma for me, so please leave.

She gets off the bed and walks toward the balcony, crossing her arms.

Alisha watches her quietly, then smiles slightly before speaking.

Alisha: You know Mom and Dad would never agree to what you want. That’s why I didn’t ask them—because someone else is going to do this work now.

Naina turns around slowly, surprised.

Naina: Who?

Alisha doesn’t answer immediately. She just looks at her.

Alisha: Guess.

Naina’s expression changes. Her eyes widen.

Naina: No… wait… him?

Alisha nods once.

For a second, Naina freezes—then suddenly breaks into excitement. She starts smiling, almost dancing, and runs to hug Alisha tightly.

Alisha (whispering): Hey! Stop it. Someone might hear you.

She gently pulls her back.

Alisha: Go sleep quietly now. Tomorrow Mom and Dad will go to receive them… but you and I—

Naina (grinning): You and I.

They look at each other and exchange a playful, slightly mischievous smile.

Other side — The party

Kabir steps into the party.

Music is loud. Lights flash. The room is full, but the moment he enters, attention shifts.

Girls pause mid-conversation. Some look openly, some whisper to each other. His white shirt fits perfectly, clearly showing his muscular frame.

Rohan (smirking): Bro, just look around. Girls are already losing it. You should seriously make a girlfriend.

Kabir chuckles lightly, unfazed.

Kabir: Girlfriend? Love isn’t my thing.

He looks around casually.

Kabir: Life isn’t meant to be spent with just one girl. And anyway, there are plenty of girls here to enjoy.

Rohan (laughing): Yeah, I know your philosophy— we come into this world once, so do something crazy.

He nudges Kabir.

Rohan: So come on. What are you waiting for?

Kabir: Yup.

Kabir winks and walks toward the dance floor. A whiskey bottle in one hand, the other resting behind his neck, completely relaxed.

One girl catches his eye and gives him a slow, bold wink. Kabir notices and turns slightly to look at Rohan.

Rohan is already watching, smiling, and gestures—go ahead.

Kabir walks up to the girl and leans closer.

Kabir (low voice): Hello, Miss.

Girl (smiling): Aayesha.

Kabir: Wow… nice name. I’ve never seen someone like you before. You’re not from Udaipur, right?

Aayesha: Mumbai.I came here with a friend for a trip. Didn’t think I’d meet you here.

She places one hand on his chest, feeling his heartbeat, and slowly kisses his cheek.

Kabir smirks, enjoying the moment.

Kabir: It’s getting really hot in here. Let’s go somewhere else.

Aayesha nods without hesitation and starts walking upstairs. Kabir follows her…

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