4 Chapter 4: Vithura or Vinnur

Morning:

Abhi was making Tea by the time TITLE arrived in the kitchen with his bowl. Abhi put the tea glass on the table and filled TITLE's bowl with his favorite food. He sat on the desk and started writing a letter, it was for Master. He penned his decision to leave Vithura in the letter.

"— Quarter to 9," said Abhi looking at the clock on the wall.

" — All right TITLE, We need to meet the Master," said Abhi, looking at TITLE who had just finished his breakfast. They both started driving to the Market yard to meet Master.

Morning: Market Yard

— He parked his truck and waited for his Master, Gabriel, to arrive. After some time, Gabriel arrived at the market. He noticed Abhi was sitting under a tree with his pet TITLE, and walked to them. Abhi saw his Master coming to him and stood at the tree. He did not know why, but his heart started beating so fast when he saw Gabriel coming to him, sweat was running over his face, and lost his confidence.

" — Are you alright, You seemed uneasy" asked Gabriel. Abhi silently nodded his head and crushed the letter he was holding in his hands, he could not face him and walked to his truck. He threw the letter somewhere and drove to his home. Gabriel wondered what had happened to him.

Abhi was driving back to his home, but his heart was still beating fast. He drove back his truck straight to the graveyard on the hill, parked there, and walked to a tomb.

"— Why does this happen to me? Why can't I face anyone? at least with Gabriel? said Abhi to himself and stared at the tomb. He spent some time and drove to his home. Gabriel was already waiting by the time Abhi arrived at his home — he was sitting on his front door.

Abhi was surprised to see him. He did not know why he had come to his place. He got off the truck, came into the front yard and sat silently on the wooden log. Gabriel turned to smile at him, but Abhi was looking on the ground thinking of something. He stepped out from the front door, walked and sat next to him. Gabriel did not speak a single word, he just started at him, at the sky, and at the hills. The silence continued for half an hour, at least. After some time Gabriel put his hand on Abhi's shoulder and said in a low voice, "— You want me to do something for you".

Tears rolled out from Abhi's eyes when his Master showed such affection. Gabriel walked to some distance, took a deep breath and said again, " Hmm … You have to leave for your place Abhi. I mean, the same place where you left your happiness, Vinnur."

Abhi was shocked to hear Gabriel, he could not control his tears. He rushed to him and hugged tigthly.

TITLE too, jumped with joy.

"— I read your letter Abhi. I have also seen you visiting Vinnur every weekend. I may be different from Joseph, but atleast I tried to get to know you better. I think you have made the right decision to leave to vinnur. You will be very happy there. Go, meet the girl you like ... Akshaya.

Abhi wiped his tears and said with a smile, " It's Akshara."

"You are leaving by tomorrow. I have already arranged a place for you, the same place where you dropped the delivery near Vinnur" said Gabriel. Abhi was very happy like never before. He looked up at the sky and thanked god, for giving the best people.

Morning:

At half past nine, Abhi picked up his bags, truck toy, and arranged them in the truck. He watered plants for the last time and visited the tomb at the graveyard. He got into his truck and backed out of the graveyard and reached Market yard. Gabriel was already waiting for him. He gradually took a deep breath. He was happy as well as sad too. He spoke a few words with Abhi, said goodbye and walked back to his office. Finally, Abhi started his journey to Vinnur.

Morning:

The climate looked like the downpour had simply stopped at that point. Some parts of the road were covered with stagnant water. Abhi was driving on the same road, the mirage of the truck was clearly appearing in the water. He was enjoying the road trip like never before, old melody songs were playing from the radio which was attached near his front middle mirror. He was feeling like the trees and mountains were inviting and singing along with him. With lots of hopes and excitement Abhi travelled to Vinnur.

That evening 6.30 PM Abhi reached his favorite place. His body shook with excitement when he saw the board, "Welcome to Vinnur", and the smile on his face was evident. He could not believe that he would be staying in Vinnur.

Evening: 7PM Vinnur

Abhi reached the same delivery address where he enjoyed last time. He parked his truck near a place which was covered with dry grass. The farm keeper was already waiting and walked to him. TITLE jumped from the window and started running all over the farm, he was very excited to stay in a new place. By this time, Abhi was unloading his Luggage, and the farm keeper was helping him arrange the luggage in the farm house. Abhi took his favorite item, The Truck Toy and walked to the farm house and TITLE was accompanying him, too. Farm Keeper enjoyed listening to songs on radio along with Abhi and after some time he fell asleep. But, Abhi was not feeling sleepy, he was very excited to see his friend, Akshara.

Morning: Vinnur

Abhi woke up with a fresh morning. The cool wind, the dark clouds, the colorful orchard farm and the hills at the distance looked like a wonderful experience. He did not expect that he would be staying in that place. He looked at the calendar on the wall; it was Sunday. Abhi almost forgot that it was sunday, because everyday was now a weekend for him. He does not need to wait for the weekend to see her friend. He could now see her anytime.

The dark clouds in the sky suggested unexpected rain would happen. Abhi freshened up and drove his truck straight to the church which was located near the school. He parked his truck near a tree and waited for Akshara to show up. After some time, She came out of the church; she was with her grandparents —They were walking to their home. Akshara seemed very happy; she was smiling and laughing. The smile on her face, brought a happy face on Abhi.

Abhi stared at her and decided to meet her at any chance. He got in his truck, put the key and started. By the time Abhi started his truck, Akshara already left for her house. It started drizzling and Abhi drove his truck near her house and parked it at some distance. He got off, closed the truck door and looked at TITLE.

"— TITLE ... You are not following me. it may rain heavily. So stay here. Remember, you… are… not... following me." said Abhi strictly.

TITLE yawned sarcastically. Abhi stood by the tree which was opposite to Akshara's house, and was thinking how to meet her. At the same time, Akshara walked out of her house, she was keeping hands on her head to escape the rain, and was pulling the clothes which were on the rope. For a second, Abhi could not believe he saw her very closely. She was very beautiful. Akshara moved her eyes slowly and noticed someone near the tree and stared at him. Abhi's heart started beating so fast when she saw him. Akshara shrugged to think who he might be and walked inside the house, closed the doors and curtains. Abhi realized it was not that easy to speak with Akshara and he needed more and more time. He sat under the tree and was thinking what to do. After some time, Akshara opened her house windows, looked at Abhi who was sitting under the tree and shrugged to think again who he was and why he was sitting near her house. She closed the curtains again.

— Meanwhile it started raining heavily and Abhi was drenching in the rain. TITLE who was in the truck started barking at Abhi to come back. But, Abhi ignored him and was staring at her house constantly. TITLE did not know what to do, he jumped off the truck and started running to him; barking very loudly. Akshara who was in her house, listened to the dog's barking. She shrugged to think what was happening and opened the windows to see. She noticed Abhi and the TITLE sitting under the tree. For a second, Akshara reminded her childhood friend Abhi and his puppy. Without thinking a second, She shouted, " Abhiiiiii '' very loudly. For a second, Abhi gave a big shake and stood immediately. He stared sharply at the window out of surprise. Akshara could not believe it, but yes, it was Abhi, her childhood friend. She was overjoyed to see him, took an umbrella and ran down the stairs immediately. She opened her front door, and walked to Abhi who was standing near the tree. Abhi was in big surprise. He could not believe Akshara came for him. She took a deep breath, and looked in his eyes.

"— How are you… Abhi." she said in a low voice.

Abhi was not responding but his heartbeat was making a sound lub dub .. lub dub.