Children: Grandma, you promised us to say a story tonight.
Grandma: Definitely. So what type of story you want to hear tonight?
Children: We want a love story with hatred, revenge and which is completely different from the other stories.
Grandma: Then I'll tell you about the Love story of cupid.
Children: Cupid? Is it a person? What does a cupid mean?
Grandma: Cupid is the Roman god of love. He is usually described as a young boy with wings and a bow and arrow. He is responsible for the love life of all humans.
Children: So this is a story about a boy?
Grandma: No. Here, the cupid is a girl.
Children: Carry on.
Grandma:
"*NEWS*
Commentator: A 22-year-old girl commits suicide.
"I've had enough from my boyfriend." The suicide note stated.
The police said, "The victim and the offender have met through a dating company named, 'Amor Dating Company'. Since they met, The victim often went to the Love psychologist: Cupid, in the same company for counselling as she has been facing a lot of troubles in her love life.
The police claim to arrest the man behind this and has been sentenced to 5 years of imprisonment for physical abuse and stalking as mentioned in the suicide note which has been confirmed later by the offender in the interrogation.
*6 Months Later*
*Amor Dating Company*
*Chattering*
"Hey, Did you know? Our director has been changed to another person."
"Yeah, I heard it too. I just hope this person isn't as bad as the previous one."
"I agree."
"Guys, the new director has arrived. Let's go, greet him."
All the employees are gathered to welcome the new director.
"Welcome, sir." Everyone greeted him.
*Whispers."
"Whoa. Look at him. He is too young to be a director. He might probably be the same age as our cupid. And he looks so good too."
Director: Thank you so much. I am glad to meet everyone.
Manager: Sir, Shall I release a notification for a new assistant?
Director: There is no need for that. I guess everyone knows why I've been appointed without any prior information. If not, let me make it clear. I've been appointed on short notice because of the incident that took place six months ago (Suicide case). Since your previous director proved to be incompetent, I've taken the charge. The company has faced lots of losses. So I'm thinking to appoint the 'Love psychologist: Cupid' as my assistant.
*Everyone whispering.*
"What? The cupid as an assistant? It's so unfair."
"Yes, I agree. Ever since that incident took place, all the fingers are pointed towards her, saying that if she had resolved those fights between the couple this wouldn't have taken place."
Someone: "Hey, just go and tell that you wouldn't be his assistant since it isn't your work. What if he has some other motives? Don't take any risks, you already have enough on your plate."
Cupid: Don't worry. I'll be fine.
Turning towards the director,
Cupid: I'm willing to offer my service to you, sir.
Director: That's settled then. Prepare for the meeting which will be in five minutes.
*Whispers*
"What? A meeting? Is he serious? He just came. Hope everything goes well."
*In Meeting Room.*
Director: I hope everyone is present here. So I'll come to the topic without any delay or beating around the bush. As you all have been seeing on the screen, that is our rank compared to other dating companies. I hope everyone starts to be more serious and find ways to bring our company back to its position.
And I want the cupid to gather all the information regarding other companies activity since the last six months and keep a note on all aspects as well.
*A month later.*
*Chattering.*
"I feel very pity towards our Love psychologist: Cupid. Ever since the new director has come, her life has become more pathetic."
"True. Couldn't say anymore. Even her schedule to give counselling for the couples has become very tight compared to previous months and she also has to take care of everything the director asks her to do, be it company issue or personal."
"Yes, I agree. It seems more like that the director has been taking revenge on her."
Cupid: Ah...! I'm dead. I can't take this anymore. No matter what I do, he always picks on me. I'm never good enough.
*Loud Voice.*
"Guys, there is a couple. No matter how much our director is trying to persuade them, they aren't stopping their argument. And the director is asking for the cupid."
Cupid: I'm coming.
Man: I'm done with her. No matter what I do, she doesn't trust me and I'm never good enough for her. She always nags and yells at me for little things.
Woman: I do that because I love him. He doesn't understand me.
Man: Love? Where is it? I can't see it, feel it or touch it. So I'm not sure about it.
Cupid:
"A leaf without anyone noticing, lands right on my shoulder.
The universe placed a hand on my body. It's so light.
A smile in the sunlight
Though I may not be alright
You helped me feel better than before
and that is what I love you for."
Sometimes, love cannot be seen or felt. And sometimes, even if you are miles away, you just wait for that person to come back to you, and you feel the love that keeps you loyal.
No one is responsible for your predicament. If you can't make yourself happy, then you shouldn't expect others to make you happy.
Man: I'm sorry.
*Chattering.*
"Whoa. If it weren't for our cupid, don't know what would have happened."
"Did you guys observe? Since that couple left, Our director has been acting weird."
"Yeah, I thought it was only me who felt that way."
Manager: Cupid, the director is looking for you.
*On the terrace.*
Director: Do you know why did I come here?
Cupid: Because our previous director was incompetent.
Director: No. You are wrong. I came here because of you.
Cupid: What?
Director: Yes it was because of you. Do you remember that 22-year-old girl who committed suicide, six months ago?
Cupid: I do.
Director: She was my sister. And she died because of your incompetency.
Cupid: *Shocked* What? Trust me, I tried to solve their issue with all my heart. But she never mentioned what exactly she was going through. If I had known, I would definitely Inform the police about that person.
Director: I don't believe you. I came here to take revenge on you. But do you know why I am telling you all this?
Cupid: Why?
Director:
"And then the day came,
when the risk
to remain tight
in a bud
was more painful
than the risk it took
to blossom."
Do you remember now?
Cupid: *Shocked* *Stepping backwards* You are......
Director: Yes. I am.
*Twelve years back*
Boy: So what are you thinking? What major would you like to study? Did you make any decision? Decide it fast, there isn't much time left for us to complete our high school.
Girl: I know. I know, but I am unable to decide. Let me take science. I'll decide later what I should do next. What about you?
Boy: I'm thinking to take economics. I'm interested in business, you know right.
Girl: Ah... That's so good. At least you know what to do later.
Boy: Don't worry. You will find out soon. Let's meet after school, we shall go together back home.
Girl: Sure.
*Evening*
Boy: It's snowing heavily. Cover yourself, don't catch a cold.
Girl: You too.
Boy: Ah... The weather is so nice.
"A leaf without anyone noticing, lands on my shoulder.
The universe placed a hand on my body. It's so light.
A smile in the sunlight
Though I may not be alright
You help me feel better than before
And that is what I love you for."
Girl: It's Awesome. (Blushing) Why don't you go for literature? (Giggles).
Boy: Shall I? (Laughs).
*After Final exams*
Boy: My family has decided to move to some other place. Don't know when I'll be back. Wait for me. Will you?
Girl: (Almost crying) I will wait. You will come back, right?
Boy: Definitely. I promise.
*Present*
Director: I don't know if I should be happy for meeting you or should be upset as you hold responsibility towards my sister?
Should I despise you? Or Accept you?
Why it has to be you? (Leaves).
*Someone is staring from behind.*
*After an hour*
*Phone rings*
Director: Hello, Who is this?
Anonymous: *Whistles*
Director: *Shocked* (with trembling voice) Why? Why did you call me?
Anonymous: I didn't expect that you would remember me. Ah... Yes. After all, what happened twelve years ago, it would be a waste if you didn't remember me.
Director:? (Angrily) I asked, why did you call me?
Anonymous: I'll text you the address, come there in half an hour. Or else, be ready to lose the most precious person of your life.
*Call gets disconnected*
*Director rushes to the texted place*
Kidnapper: It has been so long. How are you doing?
Director: Where is she? Where did you hide her? Is she alright?
Kidnapper: What is there to hurry. Let's have a chat. After all, we met after 12 long years.
Director: I have no time to talk with trash.
The kidnapper gets angry at the director and beats him. Smacks the director.
The kidnapper starts to cry.
Kidnapper: What have I done to you both? Because of you both, I had been in prison for 10 years. And you know what's the worse thing? My wife left me and my children became fatherless.
Director: You deserved it.
*Kidnapper laughs*
Kidnapper: Then do you know why your sister died?
Director: What do you have to do with her? It was we who put you behind the bars.
Kidnapper: You thought I would leave you guys at peace once my sentence completes? You guys were wrong. (Laughs). I lost my family. And you? You both were happy with your own lives. That's when I decided to ruin you both.
Director: What do you mean?
Kidnapper: Who do you think your sister boyfriend was? A random guy who registered in your dating company? (Laughs). Yes. He was sent by me. It was me who made him abuse and stalk your sister and later made him take all the blame and also instigated you towards that so-called cupid. (Laughs wickedly). And now she is there where all this has started.
The director summons energy ad tries to beat the kidnapper.
Director: I won't leave you today. Tell me, where did you hide her.
Meanwhile, the police arrive at the scene.
Kidnapper: You think you would be able to find her? No matter how much you hit me, I won't tell anything. I have nothing left to lose anymore.
The police take the kidnapper away.
The director starts to find her frantically.
*Twelve Years ago*
*Before Final exams*
Girl: It's Awesome. (Blushing) Why don't you go for literature? (Giggles).
Boy: Shall I? (Laughs).
Girl: There we go. See you tomorrow.
Boy: Bye. Take care.
The girl leaves the boy and heads towards her home. Who would have thought that this evening would make her choose between two options before her? Justice? or Life?
The road unusually seemed very silent. Not even a single-vehicle sound is heard. She was heading without any second thought while playing around, giggling herself reminiscing all the moments.
*BANG*
The girl gets frightened at the sound and lifts her head.
A truck hits the car. The driver in the car was in a pool of blood. While she was about to go near the car, the truck driver goes to the car. She was frightened at the sight of this accident and hides behind a wall. The truck driver notices that the driver in the car is still breathing. He looks around to make sure if there are any eyewitnesses. He finds no one. He grabs a big hammer from the truck, goes near the car driver and hits him on his head to make sure he won't land himself in trouble later and kills the car driver.
At the sight of such an inhumane thing, the little girl is shell shocked and couldn't do anything. While she was trembling with fear and takes a step back, the rustling sound of the leaves due to her movement makes the truck driver notice her. He turns towards her and tries to approach her with a hammer in his hands. Probably thinking to kill her so that there won't be any witness. The poor little girl, with all her might, tries to outrun the truck driver.
While she was trying to run, the boy notices her who came back to return her book and follows behind her. While she was running, the truck driver with his truck runs over her which makes her fall unconscious and escapes while whistling thinking this is the end. The boy who saw all this takes her to the police and informs the police about the same.
The police confirm both the accidents and also the murder made by the truck driver from the girl and boy, who later testify the same at the high court.
The truck driver is sentenced to 10 years of imprisonment for both accidents and also trying to cover his mistake by murdering the car driver.
*Present*
The director searches for the cupid frantically while reminiscing all the moments spent with her. He kept saying sorry to her in his mind for all the hatred he carried for her and making her life even harder.
The director finally reaches the place where this all has started. The truck and car accident place. Finally, after searching for an hour, he finds her in a truck's trunk with bruises on her body. For a moment he felt relieved for finding her, but the situation in which he found her was way more difficult for him to take.
He took her to the hospital. After her recovery, he hugged the cupid and asked her what she wants.
Cupid: Struggling self every time, not to fall as low as before. Years of cringing, holding all that pressures and pain to myself, fighting all the battles in my head just to gain some power to handle, losing all that previous strength, and for now, what I really need is a big hug and few months of stress less sleep.
And the Director and Cupid live happily ever after."
Grandma: So tell me, children, how is the story?
Children: It is really good. But grandma, why didn't the truck driver feel sorry for killing the car driver and even tried to take revenge after twelve years?
Grandma: The person with traditional values, but still was unable to suppress his desire to commit a crime. His psychological cause might be to use some justified excuses to neutralize his guilt for killing a person. This is what we call self-consolation.
Sometimes life throws few options to choose from. And those options aren't that easy, it might question your very essence of living. Those options might tear you apart.
"Because you are always one decision away from a totally different life."
Grandma: Definitely. So what type of story you want to hear tonight?
Children: We want a love story with hatred, revenge and which is completely different from the other stories.
Grandma: Then I'll tell you about the Love story of cupid.
Children: Cupid? Is it a person? What does a cupid mean?
Grandma: Cupid is the Roman god of love. He is usually described as a young boy with wings and a bow and arrow. He is responsible for the love life of all humans.
Children: So this is a story about a boy?
Grandma: No. Here, the cupid is a girl.
Children: Carry on.
Grandma:
"*NEWS*
Commentator: A 22-year-old girl commits suicide.
"I've had enough from my boyfriend." The suicide note stated.
The police said, "The victim and the offender have met through a dating company named, 'Amor Dating Company'. Since they met, The victim often went to the Love psychologist: Cupid, in the same company for counselling as she has been facing a lot of troubles in her love life.
The police claim to arrest the man behind this and has been sentenced to 5 years of imprisonment for physical abuse and stalking as mentioned in the suicide note which has been confirmed later by the offender in the interrogation.
*6 Months Later*
*Amor Dating Company*
*Chattering*
"Hey, Did you know? Our director has been changed to another person."
"Yeah, I heard it too. I just hope this person isn't as bad as the previous one."
"I agree."
"Guys, the new director has arrived. Let's go, greet him."
All the employees are gathered to welcome the new director.
"Welcome, sir." Everyone greeted him.
*Whispers."
"Whoa. Look at him. He is too young to be a director. He might probably be the same age as our cupid. And he looks so good too."
Director: Thank you so much. I am glad to meet everyone.
Manager: Sir, Shall I release a notification for a new assistant?
Director: There is no need for that. I guess everyone knows why I've been appointed without any prior information. If not, let me make it clear. I've been appointed on short notice because of the incident that took place six months ago (Suicide case). Since your previous director proved to be incompetent, I've taken the charge. The company has faced lots of losses. So I'm thinking to appoint the 'Love psychologist: Cupid' as my assistant.
*Everyone whispering.*
"What? The cupid as an assistant? It's so unfair."
"Yes, I agree. Ever since that incident took place, all the fingers are pointed towards her, saying that if she had resolved those fights between the couple this wouldn't have taken place."
Someone: "Hey, just go and tell that you wouldn't be his assistant since it isn't your work. What if he has some other motives? Don't take any risks, you already have enough on your plate."
Cupid: Don't worry. I'll be fine.
Turning towards the director,
Cupid: I'm willing to offer my service to you, sir.
Director: That's settled then. Prepare for the meeting which will be in five minutes.
*Whispers*
"What? A meeting? Is he serious? He just came. Hope everything goes well."
*In Meeting Room.*
Director: I hope everyone is present here. So I'll come to the topic without any delay or beating around the bush. As you all have been seeing on the screen, that is our rank compared to other dating companies. I hope everyone starts to be more serious and find ways to bring our company back to its position.
And I want the cupid to gather all the information regarding other companies activity since the last six months and keep a note on all aspects as well.
*A month later.*
*Chattering.*
"I feel very pity towards our Love psychologist: Cupid. Ever since the new director has come, her life has become more pathetic."
"True. Couldn't say anymore. Even her schedule to give counselling for the couples has become very tight compared to previous months and she also has to take care of everything the director asks her to do, be it company issue or personal."
"Yes, I agree. It seems more like that the director has been taking revenge on her."
Cupid: Ah...! I'm dead. I can't take this anymore. No matter what I do, he always picks on me. I'm never good enough.
*Loud Voice.*
"Guys, there is a couple. No matter how much our director is trying to persuade them, they aren't stopping their argument. And the director is asking for the cupid."
Cupid: I'm coming.
Man: I'm done with her. No matter what I do, she doesn't trust me and I'm never good enough for her. She always nags and yells at me for little things.
Woman: I do that because I love him. He doesn't understand me.
Man: Love? Where is it? I can't see it, feel it or touch it. So I'm not sure about it.
Cupid:
"A leaf without anyone noticing, lands right on my shoulder.
The universe placed a hand on my body. It's so light.
A smile in the sunlight
Though I may not be alright
You helped me feel better than before
and that is what I love you for."
Sometimes, love cannot be seen or felt. And sometimes, even if you are miles away, you just wait for that person to come back to you, and you feel the love that keeps you loyal.
No one is responsible for your predicament. If you can't make yourself happy, then you shouldn't expect others to make you happy.
Man: I'm sorry.
*Chattering.*
"Whoa. If it weren't for our cupid, don't know what would have happened."
"Did you guys observe? Since that couple left, Our director has been acting weird."
"Yeah, I thought it was only me who felt that way."
Manager: Cupid, the director is looking for you.
*On the terrace.*
Director: Do you know why did I come here?
Cupid: Because our previous director was incompetent.
Director: No. You are wrong. I came here because of you.
Cupid: What?
Director: Yes it was because of you. Do you remember that 22-year-old girl who committed suicide, six months ago?
Cupid: I do.
Director: She was my sister. And she died because of your incompetency.
Cupid: *Shocked* What? Trust me, I tried to solve their issue with all my heart. But she never mentioned what exactly she was going through. If I had known, I would definitely Inform the police about that person.
Director: I don't believe you. I came here to take revenge on you. But do you know why I am telling you all this?
Cupid: Why?
Director:
"And then the day came,
when the risk
to remain tight
in a bud
was more painful
than the risk it took
to blossom."
Do you remember now?
Cupid: *Shocked* *Stepping backwards* You are......
Director: Yes. I am.
*Twelve years back*
Boy: So what are you thinking? What major would you like to study? Did you make any decision? Decide it fast, there isn't much time left for us to complete our high school.
Girl: I know. I know, but I am unable to decide. Let me take science. I'll decide later what I should do next. What about you?
Boy: I'm thinking to take economics. I'm interested in business, you know right.
Girl: Ah... That's so good. At least you know what to do later.
Boy: Don't worry. You will find out soon. Let's meet after school, we shall go together back home.
Girl: Sure.
*Evening*
Boy: It's snowing heavily. Cover yourself, don't catch a cold.
Girl: You too.
Boy: Ah... The weather is so nice.
"A leaf without anyone noticing, lands on my shoulder.
The universe placed a hand on my body. It's so light.
A smile in the sunlight
Though I may not be alright
You help me feel better than before
And that is what I love you for."
Girl: It's Awesome. (Blushing) Why don't you go for literature? (Giggles).
Boy: Shall I? (Laughs).
*After Final exams*
Boy: My family has decided to move to some other place. Don't know when I'll be back. Wait for me. Will you?
Girl: (Almost crying) I will wait. You will come back, right?
Boy: Definitely. I promise.
*Present*
Director: I don't know if I should be happy for meeting you or should be upset as you hold responsibility towards my sister?
Should I despise you? Or Accept you?
Why it has to be you? (Leaves).
*Someone is staring from behind.*
*After an hour*
*Phone rings*
Director: Hello, Who is this?
Anonymous: *Whistles*
Director: *Shocked* (with trembling voice) Why? Why did you call me?
Anonymous: I didn't expect that you would remember me. Ah... Yes. After all, what happened twelve years ago, it would be a waste if you didn't remember me.
Director:? (Angrily) I asked, why did you call me?
Anonymous: I'll text you the address, come there in half an hour. Or else, be ready to lose the most precious person of your life.
*Call gets disconnected*
*Director rushes to the texted place*
Kidnapper: It has been so long. How are you doing?
Director: Where is she? Where did you hide her? Is she alright?
Kidnapper: What is there to hurry. Let's have a chat. After all, we met after 12 long years.
Director: I have no time to talk with trash.
The kidnapper gets angry at the director and beats him. Smacks the director.
The kidnapper starts to cry.
Kidnapper: What have I done to you both? Because of you both, I had been in prison for 10 years. And you know what's the worse thing? My wife left me and my children became fatherless.
Director: You deserved it.
*Kidnapper laughs*
Kidnapper: Then do you know why your sister died?
Director: What do you have to do with her? It was we who put you behind the bars.
Kidnapper: You thought I would leave you guys at peace once my sentence completes? You guys were wrong. (Laughs). I lost my family. And you? You both were happy with your own lives. That's when I decided to ruin you both.
Director: What do you mean?
Kidnapper: Who do you think your sister boyfriend was? A random guy who registered in your dating company? (Laughs). Yes. He was sent by me. It was me who made him abuse and stalk your sister and later made him take all the blame and also instigated you towards that so-called cupid. (Laughs wickedly). And now she is there where all this has started.
The director summons energy ad tries to beat the kidnapper.
Director: I won't leave you today. Tell me, where did you hide her.
Meanwhile, the police arrive at the scene.
Kidnapper: You think you would be able to find her? No matter how much you hit me, I won't tell anything. I have nothing left to lose anymore.
The police take the kidnapper away.
The director starts to find her frantically.
*Twelve Years ago*
*Before Final exams*
Girl: It's Awesome. (Blushing) Why don't you go for literature? (Giggles).
Boy: Shall I? (Laughs).
Girl: There we go. See you tomorrow.
Boy: Bye. Take care.
The girl leaves the boy and heads towards her home. Who would have thought that this evening would make her choose between two options before her? Justice? or Life?
The road unusually seemed very silent. Not even a single-vehicle sound is heard. She was heading without any second thought while playing around, giggling herself reminiscing all the moments.
*BANG*
The girl gets frightened at the sound and lifts her head.
A truck hits the car. The driver in the car was in a pool of blood. While she was about to go near the car, the truck driver goes to the car. She was frightened at the sight of this accident and hides behind a wall. The truck driver notices that the driver in the car is still breathing. He looks around to make sure if there are any eyewitnesses. He finds no one. He grabs a big hammer from the truck, goes near the car driver and hits him on his head to make sure he won't land himself in trouble later and kills the car driver.
At the sight of such an inhumane thing, the little girl is shell shocked and couldn't do anything. While she was trembling with fear and takes a step back, the rustling sound of the leaves due to her movement makes the truck driver notice her. He turns towards her and tries to approach her with a hammer in his hands. Probably thinking to kill her so that there won't be any witness. The poor little girl, with all her might, tries to outrun the truck driver.
While she was trying to run, the boy notices her who came back to return her book and follows behind her. While she was running, the truck driver with his truck runs over her which makes her fall unconscious and escapes while whistling thinking this is the end. The boy who saw all this takes her to the police and informs the police about the same.
The police confirm both the accidents and also the murder made by the truck driver from the girl and boy, who later testify the same at the high court.
The truck driver is sentenced to 10 years of imprisonment for both accidents and also trying to cover his mistake by murdering the car driver.
*Present*
The director searches for the cupid frantically while reminiscing all the moments spent with her. He kept saying sorry to her in his mind for all the hatred he carried for her and making her life even harder.
The director finally reaches the place where this all has started. The truck and car accident place. Finally, after searching for an hour, he finds her in a truck's trunk with bruises on her body. For a moment he felt relieved for finding her, but the situation in which he found her was way more difficult for him to take.
He took her to the hospital. After her recovery, he hugged the cupid and asked her what she wants.
Cupid: Struggling self every time, not to fall as low as before. Years of cringing, holding all that pressures and pain to myself, fighting all the battles in my head just to gain some power to handle, losing all that previous strength, and for now, what I really need is a big hug and few months of stress less sleep.
And the Director and Cupid live happily ever after."
Grandma: So tell me, children, how is the story?
Children: It is really good. But grandma, why didn't the truck driver feel sorry for killing the car driver and even tried to take revenge after twelve years?
Grandma: The person with traditional values, but still was unable to suppress his desire to commit a crime. His psychological cause might be to use some justified excuses to neutralize his guilt for killing a person. This is what we call self-consolation.
Sometimes life throws few options to choose from. And those options aren't that easy, it might question your very essence of living. Those options might tear you apart.
"Because you are always one decision away from a totally different life."
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