Eden went to Lavanya's room. She was sitting on the bed, reading a book.

He stood beside her and asked, “Why are you not going to college?”

“I am not going.” She looked up at him from the book, “Because I don't

want to go.”

Eden sat on the bed, held her face in his hands. “You shouldn't be afraid of anyone. I am here for you, always.” This reminded her of Daksh, as he

had also told her the same thing when she was coming to London.

Tears filled her eyes as she remembered him. She asked, “What if he tries to molest me again?”

“Lavanya, I promise to...