The comfortable atmosphere in the living room was suddenly interrupted when Adhiraj stood up from his seat, his expression shifting to something more serious,  more solemn. The laughter and easy conversation died down as everyone turned to look at him, sensing that something important was about to be said.

"I want to tell you guys something," Adhiraj said, his voice steady but carrying an undercurrent of emotion that made Ruhanika's stomach clench with sudden apprehension.