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Chapter 9 - The Glow beyond the Grades

Krish's school life was nothing short of a silent revolution.

Right from his early days in primary classes to the final stretch of 10th class, he carried a spark that only grew brighter with time. Not by shouting, not by showing off — but by being consistent, curious, kind, and quietly becoming everyone's favorite.

He was the student teachers loved to teach and classmates wanted to befriend. His notebooks were neat, his questions were intelligent, and his answers — always thoughtful. When most students feared tests, Krish welcomed them like games — not for competition, but for self-improvement.

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🎨 More Than Just a Topper

His talents weren't limited to textbooks.

He was the go-to boy for:

Essay writing competitions

Drawing contests where his pencil told stories

Speeches and debates that echoed confidence

Cultural events, stage anchoring, and even dance performances that left audiences speechless.

In every annual day, every inter-school competition, one name kept recurring — Krish.

There was a time when people didn't notice him. But now, he was the name on the wall of fame, the one who lifted trophies and hearts at the same time.

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🧑‍🏫 Recognition Beyond Ranks

Krish never showed pride.

Even when students whispered, "He's always first,"

Even when juniors copied his classwork for reference,

Even when teachers openly said, "Everyone should be like Krish."

He simply smiled.

He knew his journey wasn't for attention — it was for meaning.

His quiet behavior, helping nature, and the habit of listening more than talking made him different. And slowly, everyone realized — being like Krish didn't mean being perfect, it meant being persistent.

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📚 The Final Leap — 10th Class

Time ran fast, and soon he stepped into the most awaited class of school life — 10th standard.

It was a time of tension for many. But Krish faced it with the same calm discipline he always had.

He made a timetable.

Balanced studies with rest.

Supported friends with group studies.

Listened to his teachers with full focus.

And every night, thanked himself for trying one more day.

His marks were excellent, but even better was the peace in his preparation. There was no panic. No last-minute pressure. Just a strong trust in effort.

Eventhough he joined in that school lately. But he got more respect and friendship from not only from his class mates and friends, from overall the school.

Whether they are teachers, students, staff, management, everyone.

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The days of the final exams came.

Everyone are filled with tension.

But whenever they met krish, a small relief filled in them.

Krish explained the every topic inch to inch to everyone more detailed as compared to the teachers.

Everyone written the exams and finally exams are completed.

Then a miracle has happened.

On the results day,

The management has shocked.

The 10th standard students is having the pass percentage of 99% .

That is never before in the history of school.

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The final Day of his school life is here

The farewell day

The juniors gave the best treat to their seniors.

From seniors, they all decided to give some gifts to their juniors.

So that they gave pens to all the juniors and to the faculty and staff.

In the principal and management's meeting--

Everyone appreciated Krish.

Where the reason for the success is because of him and his explanation before examinations.

His parents Congratulated him for his work.

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Every student in the program gathered near the stage to give a final dance performance.

> for not to prove their talent.

To create a wonderful memory that lasts life long.

And suddenly, school life was over.

No more uniforms.

No more bells.

No more classrooms.

Just memories filled in thier hearts.

As Krish stood at the school gate for the last time, he felt a small ache in his heart — not out of sadness, but from a deep connection with the journey he had lived.

He whispered to himself,

> "I didn't just study here.

I grew here."

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🏡 The Summer of Strength

While many students rushed off for vacations, Krish chose something else — to serve.

He observed his father, who left home early and returned at night to home by fully tired body.

He saw how much energy his mother poured into daily chores without rest.

And quietly, Krish stepped in

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👨‍🔧 With His Father

Every morning, he walked beside his father to the work place where his father met sweat daily.

He held the tools.

He learned about repairs.

He listened to real-world problems —

He learnt how to deal with rude clients,

He learned how to manage money and

how to stay honest in a world that isn't always fair.

He didn't just help — he absorbed.

With every action, he understood his father's pain, patience, and pride.

One day, his father looked at him and said:

> "You're not just my son, Krish.

You're my biggest support."

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👩‍🍳 With His Mother

At home, Krish became his mother's shadow.

He learned to:

Cook the meals with his mom.

Fold clothes neatly and arrange in their cupboards.

Sweep the floor and mop the hall.

Organize the kitchen and cutting the vegetables.

Listen to his mom when she shared her worries and dreams.

Sometimes, he would surprise her by completing the work before she even woke up.

She smiled, sometimes teary-eyed, and said:

> "Naa biddanu evaraina chudali ante, thala ethukoni chooselaaga vuntadu.

Ika nenu ye vishayam lo kuda thondara padanu… naku help cheyyadaniki oka cheyyi undhii."

Those words filled Krish's chest with warmth that no medal or rank ever could.

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🌅 The Real Success

That summer wasn't about tours, movies, or fun.

It was about transformation.

Krish became more than just a talented student.

He became a stronger son, a responsible boy, and a soul filled with humility and heart.

He didn't need to announce his achievements.

> The light in his father's smile,

The peace in his mother's eyes,

The admiration in the eyes of his teachers and friends…

That was enough.

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As the final days of summer approached, Krish stood at his doorstep one evening, staring at the open sky.

A breeze passed.

Soft, warm, like the past letting go and the future calling gently.

He had lived a school life filled with excellence.

He had faced pain, found purpose, and built a name.

And now, a new chapter awaited.

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> Intermediate.

A new college.

New friends.

New challenges.

New dreams.

But Krish, as always, was ready.

Calm. Focused. Thankful.

🏁 The End of Volume 1 — But Not the End

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