18April 14, 2024
East Holpura Prison
Kishore shuddered as he was led through the corridors of East Holpura Prison. He couldn't tell why, but the place had a depressing air to it. The musty smell was just one of the many factors which stressed him out. And something told Kishore that this was one of the better smelling days. As prisoners of different shapes and sizes mildly brushed their bodies against his shoulders while walking in the opposite direction, Kishore jumped at each accidental touch. He had never felt such rough skin, nor seen such resigned eyes. He was safe, of course, but sensed distress building within himself.
"No matter how much I try," thought Kishore, "to move out of my dad's shadow, putting myself in different situations, there seems to be a limit to the level of har
