“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold love story inside you,” quoted Shilpa, recalling Maya Angelou’s famous words. A wave of relief washed over her as she finally confessed her hidden love for Sagar.
It all began six years ago when some old school friends decided to form a WhatsApp group. Though not everyone was added at once, over time, friends managed to gather numbers, and one by one, familiar faces reconnected. Excitement filled the group as they shared updates about their lives, reminiscing about school days and cherishing old memories.
The familiar faces and inside jokes brought waves of laughter, rekindling forgotten bonds. From morning to night, the group became a constant source of joy. After more than a month, the best yet naughtiest boy of their class, Sagar, was added to the group. But unlike others, he remained silent, never responding to messages.
As one of the group admins, Shilpa made it a habit to personally welcome new members with a message or a call. Following this routine, she dialed Sagar’s number.
“Is that you, Sagar?” Shilpa asked.
“Yes, ma’am,” he replied from the other side.
It was the first time they had spoken to each other, as they had never interacted during school days. Surprisingly, their conversation flowed effortlessly, as if they were old friends. Shilpa was taken aback when she realized Sagar remembered even the smallest details about her—from the school bags she carried to the colors of sweaters she wore in winter.
“How do you remember such little things that I have long forgotten?” Shilpa asked, intrigued.
“You still don’t understand? Never mind…“ Sagar responded with a hint of mystery.
Though Sagar was reserved and never actively participated in group conversations, he initiated private chats with Shilpa. At first, she felt awkward when he complimented her looks, dressing sense, and nature from school days, especially since they had never spoken back then. But day by day, they grew closer.
Shilpa admired Sagar deeply. His words always radiated positivity, guiding her towards self-love and inner peace. He became a mentor in her life, helping her navigate through emotions she never knew existed.
“मेरे अनकहे लफ्ज़ों से वो थी अनजान
जो अब तक समझी नहीं मेरे दिल की दास्तान”
“Are you flirting with me, dear?” Shilpa playfully asked after reading Sagar’s poetic message.
“Just chill, my dear. Tell me, how is it?” Sagar replied casually.
But for Shilpa, there was something deeper—an unspoken emotional connection she couldn’t ignore.
They had never met after school, yet this was the first time they felt so connected. Shilpa often wondered how she could feel so comfortable with someone she had barely known before. Her heart raced every time Sagar called.
Days passed, and she tried to brush aside her thoughts about him, convincing herself that he was just another friend. But deep down, she knew it was more than that. Caught in a dilemma, she finally gathered the courage to confess her feelings.
“Thank God! After all this time, you finally felt me,” Sagar said, unable to hide his happiness. His voice brimmed with emotions as he continued, “I never told anyone about my love for you, but since our school days, you have lived in my heart, dear. The love I held in silence is now returning to me from you, multiplied. I have been waiting for this real moment of our hidden love.”
At last, their untold love was revealed.
It has been six years since the WhatsApp group was formed, yet Shilpa and Sagar have never met. They don’t know if the right moment will ever come. Both are happily married in their respective lives, yet the love between them continues to grow, untouched by time or distance.
“हृदय के अनंत गहराइयों में एक मधुर एहसास
अनंत क्षितिज पर एक दुर्लभ प्रकाश
सारे बंधन से परे एक निष्काम समर्पण भाव
अनमोल, अनकहा और अनंत है प्रेम का अभिलाषा और उल्लास”
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Sudha Rani Pati – A happy homemaker and a stubborn Taurean, yet grounded by nature. An amateur writer, exploring peace and bliss through the world of words. A little introverted and deeply self-loving, yet always uplifting others with kindness and support. She finds joy in expressing emotions through multiple languages, weaving thoughts into words that resonate across cultures.
