Meera ( part-1)
By Lokanath Mishra:
Meera, a ravishing young woman and daughter of a prosperous entrepreneur, embarked on a journey of self-discovery in engineering college. Having been sheltered in an all-girls school until 12th grade, she was now eager to explore the world beyond.
College life brought her newfound freedom, and Meera reveled in it. She started dating multiple boys, savoring their company, and exploring the city with them. From movie nights to fine dining, she indulged in her favorite pastimes. Her passion for modeling and beauty contests flourished as she participated in events that highlighted her beauty and confidence.
After graduating, Meera secured a lucrative job as a software engineer at a reputable company. Her career soared, and she found herself surrounded by fresh opportunities and admirers. She continued to date multiple boys, basking in the freedom and excitement that came with it.
Meera’s social life was a kaleidoscope of nights spent at restaurants, hotels, and other spots with her different boyfriends. Each relationship brought unique experiences, and she luxuriated in the attention and affection. Her stunning looks, confidence, and carefree spirit made her a sought-after companion.
As Meera navigated her early twenties, her life became a whirlwind of work, play, and romance. With her career on track and social life thriving, she felt unstoppable, ready to take on life’s challenges with poise and confidence.
As Meera’s boyfriends showered her with affection, each one proposed marriage, hoping to secure her hand in marriage. However, Meera had a different perspective. She believed that a friend couldn’t make a good husband. In her view, marriage would limit her freedom to enjoy relationships outside of it. She thought that if her husband couldn’t satisfy her, she could seek pleasure with friends, but marrying one of them would complicate things. With this mindset, she turned down each proposal.
When her parents approached her about marriage, Meera surprised them by saying she was willing to marry anyone they chose. Her parents, relieved by her openness, arranged her marriage to Randhir, an IRS ( Income Tax) official. The families came to an agreement, and the wedding was held with great fanfare.
After the marriage, Randhir was transferred to Bangalore, where Meera was working. They settled into their new life together, pursuing their respective careers. Two years into their marriage, Meera gave birth to a beautiful baby girl named Muni. For a while, they lived happily together, balancing work and family life.
As Muni grew older, reaching the age of five, tensions between Meera and Ranvir escalated. Ranvir and his family began pressuring Meera to have a second child, but she was adamant in her refusal. The disagreement created a rift between them, and their differences grew wider.
Just as their marital issues were intensifying, Ranvir received a transfer to Mumbai. The distance seemed to widen the gap between them, and Meera decided to stay in Bangalore with their daughter, Muni. This separation gave Meera a sense of freedom, and she began to reconnect with her old life.
Meera’s driver, Matia, a 50-year-old man who had lost his wife and had two married daughters, became a frequent presence in their home. With Matia often staying over to care for Muni, Meera found herself with more time to herself. The dynamics of her life were shifting, and she was about to embark on a new chapter.( to be continued)