Episode 1

AVA POV:

"What's your name?"

"Ava."

"Is your name or the nursing home where you were born?"

"My name."

"Interesting."

My heart is racing so fast. I feel like my heart is going to come out now. Today is my first day at Delhi Engineering College. As I waited for admission, the introduction ceremony began. I'm from a village, and this is my first time outside. I've always wanted to study at this college, and today my dream has come true. My mind is filled with thoughts!

As I stood in line, I looked at my papa, who was standing far away, smiling despite his struggles. He's a teacher and always puts others first.

I'm his only child, and my mother calls me 'Mimi.'

Can I really stay away from home? Why am I feeling this way? I'm not sure if I'm happy or sad today.

"Ava kapoor" I heard my name and was startled. I took the form and admission fees and went to the counter.

I looked back at my Papa, who was still standing in the same spot. I felt like I was moving away from my small world.

    As I completed the admission process, I also got a form for the hostel. I filled out the details and gave it to my Paps to sign.

A wave of sadness hit me, and I struggled to hold back tears. Why was I feeling this way? My face felt hot, and I was shaking. I tried to hurry through the necessary steps for the hostel.

        "Hey, do you need any help?" My pen fell from my hand. I was too scared to look up. The voice was so deep and smooth! I mustered the courage to look up. A cool breeze hit me, and my heart started racing even faster.

"I'm Rajveer, computer science, last year," he said.

I realized he was a senior in college.

     I felt like I was in a daze. "No, I don't need help," I said.

"I just wanted to help, damn it!" he exclaimed, making everyone turn around.

Why was he so angry? I didn't understand. Papa rushed to my side, and I was crying uncontrollably. No one had ever spoken to me like that before. Rajveer was still looking at me, his eyes blazing with anger. I was shaking and trying to hold back my tears.

..."Are you crazy, Raj? She's just a little girl. You could have spoken nicely," his friend said.

I was still crying and trying to wipe away my tears.

"Sorry, uncle," Rajveer said, apologizing to Papa, and then he left with his friend.

I was surprised by his sudden change in behavior. He went from being angry to being calm and apologetic. I didn't know what to make of him.

   I didn't think anymore. I wiped away my tears with the corner of my dupatta.

This time, Papa stayed by my side.

    After completing the admission procedure, we both came out to see the hostel.

"Don't be upset, princess, and does anyone cry over such small things? You're a big girl now, aren't you?"

      I know papa said these words to make me feel better. But how can I become a big girl in just one day?

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