Chapter 61

The euphoria of victory slowly subsided as Vidhur found himself surrounded by reporters and well-wishers. He shook hands, signed autographs, and offered polite replies, all the while searching for a specific face in the throng. Finally, he spotted Haneesha's parents and Vineel, their beaming faces reflecting his own joy.

He made his way towards them, weaving through the crowd. "Congratulations, Vidhur!" boomed Haneesha's father, clapping him on the back. "You were phenomenal! We're so proud of you!"

"Thank you, uncle," Vidhur replied, a grin splitting his face. "It means a lot."

Haneesha's mother, a warm smile etched on her face, chimed in, "We told Haneesha she wouldn't regret missing this. Now, she'll have to hear about it for years to come!"

Vidhur's smile faltered slightly. "Actually, about Haneesha..."

He hesitated, suddenly unsure how to continue. Vineel, sensing his predicament, cut in smoothly. "Don't worry about her, Vidhur. She's probably watching the replay at home, kicking