Arun's POV
As I took another shot of vodka, the bitter taste only intensified the bitterness swirling within me. Vignesh's sudden appearance brought back a flood of memories, memories I'd rather bury deep within. How could he resurface now, disrupting the peace I've painstakingly built?
My hand tightened around the glass, the alcohol burning down my throat, numbing the turmoil within. It was the tenth shot, but it brought no relief. I couldn't bear to stay in that suffocating atmosphere any longer. With a heavy heart, I abandoned the party, seeking solace in the solitude outside.
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An hour earlier...
She excused herself, leaving me to engage in idle conversation with Ravi, though my mind was elsewhere. They set off to locate Shreya's husband, leaving me alone with my thoughts. Unabl
