"We all stumbled backward, shocked, as a figure appeared in the sky. My anger ignited when I saw him - the same person who had kissed me, torn my blouse, and humiliated me. My killing intent surged, releasing a burst of energy.
The crowd gasped, equally stunned, as the stranger descended and approached my father. He knelt before him, saying, "Pranam, Sasurji" (Respects, Father-in-law). We were all perplexed, unsure what to make of this sudden turn of events.
As I grasped the meaning behind his words, my confusion turned to rage. But before I could react, my father rushed forward, embracing the stranger and exclaiming, "You're alive! You're alive, Shiv!" He seemed overjoyed, but I was baffled.
My father's words only added to the confusion - "How is this possible? We thought you died fighting that demon!" I looked around, seeking answers, but Nemur and Arav seemed just as stunned. Alex and Raj appeared confused, while the stranger's expression turned slightly angry as he said, "It's only been three years, and you've already married my wife to three other men?" The air was thick with tension, and I could feel the situation spiraling out of control."
"'Sasurji' - why is he calling my father that? I'm even more confused now. Alex or Raj, I could understand, but Arav? Where did he come from? And Raj, my best friend, had lost his memory, or so I thought. What's going on here?
As I try to process this chaos, the stranger's words hit me like a ton of bricks: 'Raj, your best friend, had memory loss, and Alex had some memory problems too.' I'm stunned, my mind racing with questions. When did this happen? Why didn't I know? And what's the connection between Raj's memory loss and this stranger's sudden appearance?
The room seems to spin around me as I struggle to make sense of it all. My thoughts are a jumbled mess, and I feel like I'm losing my grip on reality. What's happening here? Who is this stranger, and what does he want? And what's going on with Raj and Alex? I need answers, but before I can ask any questions, the stranger drops another bombshell..."
"Just as I'm trying to process the chaos, the stranger mentions my memory loss, and I'm stunned. When did this happen? How did I forget? The room falls silent, with everyone's hands on their heads in disappointment.
Shiv looks confused, "Does she still not have her memory? I'm so sorry, I didn't know." My father's head drops in shame, and my anger ignites. I've never seen him like this before, and I won't let anyone humiliate him.
I storm towards Shiv, my face red with rage, "What's your problem? Who are you to question my choices? I love all three of them, and I'll marry them if I want to!" The room gasps at my outburst.
Shiv's eyes widen in awe, "Sasurji, your little cutie has changed. Look at her, acting so dangerously. My little wet noodle has become a fierce tigress!" His words only fuel my anger, but I stand my ground, ready to defend my choices and my family."
"My anger boils over as I hear Shiv's words, and I lash out, 'Hey, I'm talking to you! Who are you, and why are you calling my father Sasurji? He's not your father-in-law, okay? Now leave!' I demand, my voice trembling with rage.
But before Shiv can respond, my father intervenes, his voice calm and gentle, 'Silent, beta. I think it's time I told you the truth. Shiv is your husband. Your marriage was arranged when you were just 15 years old. He was the most talented being in the universe, and he loved you with all his heart. You loved him too, as well as Alex and Raj, but your heart belonged to him the most.'
I'm stunned, my mind reeling with this revelation. 'What? No, that can't be! Why didn't you tell me?' I ask, feeling like my whole world has been turned upside down.
My father continues, 'Shiv was sent for training, and we fixed your marriage before he left. But then...he disappeared. We thought he was dead, and I didn't want to burden you with the truth. But now, he's back, and...' My father's words trail off, leaving me with more questions than answers."
"As my father reveals the truth, I'm shocked and horrified. The earth was attacked, Raj and I lost our memories, and Alex was injured. Shiv was presumed dead, but my father sacrificed his powers to prevent the earth's collapse. I'm reeling from this information, and the absence of my system only adds to my confusion.
My father apologizes to Shiv, explaining that they had arranged Alex and my marriage, as I loved him deeply. But due to circumstances, they had to hide us, and we never met. Meanwhile, I grew close to Arav, and we fell in love. I felt grateful and affectionate towards Raj, who had recently regained his memories.
Shiv appears stressed, seeing Raj safe and sound. My father continues, 'We agreed to the marriage due to the strong bond between the four of you. But who could have thought you were alive?' I'm stunned, realizing that my system had already acknowledged my love for Arav, even if I didn't know it myself.
The room falls silent, with tension hanging in the air. Shiv's eyes lock onto mine, filled with a mix of emotions. I can sense his pain, love, and longing. My heart races, as I try to process this complex web of relationships and emotions."
"'That demon, for sure,' Shiv says, 'but what now, Sasurji? She's my first wife, so I would be her first husband, right?' Alex suddenly appears, looking stunned, and says, 'You would love her for how many years? I don't know, but we know each other from our last life, and we know each other well. So, I am her first husband.'
I'm shocked and terrified, my mind racing with the implications. Even Alex looks shocked, his hand flying to his mouth as if to stifle a gasp. The room falls silent, with everyone staring at each other in disbelief. If I had said something like that, people might have dismissed it as a joke, but Alex is a person who never lies, and such a ridiculous claim is unlike him.
Alex and I exchange a knowing glance, both of us realizing there's no escaping this truth. I glare at Alex, my anger simmering just below the surface. Alex looks a little embarrassed, his eyes darting around the room as if searching for an escape from this awkward situation."
"I've always disliked how Alex can't control his anger and loses his composure. Shiv's eyes widen in shock as he asks me, 'Do you really remember your last life?' I nod, and he looks stunned. In this world, rebirth seems to be a normal phenomenon, and I've grown accustomed to it. I've read numerous articles about people being reborn and their reactions, which aren't as shocking as they should be.
I reflect on myself, wondering why I never paid attention to these details. If I had, I would have realized that this world is much different. But