Nivan reached Doctor Bhargav's office to find a crowd of people waiting. A wave of doubt washed over him.
Is it right to come here today? Should I go in or just turn back and leave? What should I do? I'm so confused.
The fear of what he might discover gnawed at him. What if I learn something that will shock me? Or what if the doctor tells someone else about my problems? His mind was a mess. I don't even know who those two boys in my dreams are. They look like they're from an ancient era, like kings or princes. What should I do?
The questions swirled endlessly. Who are they? Why are they being burned in front of a village? Who is burning them? And why do these nightmares haunt my dreams? What is their secret? What is my connection to these visions, to those two boys?
A shiver ran down his spine. The pain I see in their eyes... it creates a strange, cold sensation throughout my body. And their screams... the blood-curdling screams that echo in my dreams... why can I hear them? What is the secret behind all of this?
He was torn. Should I go to Dr. Bhargav or not? I have to go. If I want to uncover the truth about my dreams, I have to. I've been afraid of them since childhood. But to learn their secret, I first need to calm myself down.
He took a deep breath, giving himself a mental pep talk. You can do this, Nivan. You can. Besides, you're hiding all this from your friends so they won't worry. And today, I left the hostel early without telling anyone. Who knows what they must be thinking about me? I need to finish this before they call and things get complicated. I need to get back to the hostel on time.
Mustering all his courage, Nivan stepped towards Dr. Bhargav's cabin. By the time he approached, all the other patients had already left. The waiting area was empty. Only Dr. Bhargav was left, sitting inside.
Taking a final, steadying breath, Nivan opened the door and walked into the cabin.
At Dr. Bhargav's
Dr. Bhargav: Come, Nivan, how are you feeling now? Nivan:Doctor, I'm fine. Dr.Bhargav: And how did you get this injury?
Nivan: It's a small injury… I slipped on the college ground. Dr.Bhargav: Okay, then let's start the session. Nivan lies down on the nearby bed.The doctor hypnotizes him with a pendulum. Dr.Bhargav: Speak, Nivan, what do you see in your dream? Nivan(slowly): I… I see two boys in my dream… they seem like friends when I look at them. Dr.Bhargav: Tell me more, Nivan, how did they meet? What is their past? (Nivan is silent for a while,his hands start trembling) Nivan:Doctor… I can't see anything…
Dr. Bhargav: Try, Nivan… concentrate… tell me their secret.
Nivan: I… can't see their beginning.
Just then, the same Mask Man arrives there. He emits a light from his hand,which goes straight into Nivan's head.
Nivan (screaming): Rudra… Rudra!
Dr. Bhargav: Rudra? Who is Rudra? Tell me, Nivan!
Nivan: I… am seeing… two people… in a Gurukul… and…
Dr. Bhargav: And? Tell me more, Nivan!
Nivan: Doctor… there is a boy… wearing green and black clothes… he looks like the heir of a wealthy family.
Dr. Bhargav: What else do you see?
Just then, the Mask Man again emits light from his hands and puts it into Nivan's head.
Nivan (stammering): Na…vagadh…!
Upon hearing the name "Navgarh," the Mask Man disappears from there.
Dr. Bhargav: Navgarh? What was this Navgarh? Speak, Nivan!
Nivan: Navgarh… was a prosperous kingdom… everyone was happy there… King Prabhakar and Queen Malini ruled.
Dr. Bhargav: And tell me, Nivan, what do you see?
Nivan: Malini and Prabhakar had a son… Rudrapratap. Very handsome…tall and broad… wearing white and golden clothes. Dr.Bhargav: And? Nivan:Another boy is visible… wearing black clothes. He seems like a merchant's son. Dr.Bhargav: Concentrate, Nivan, who is he? Nivan:He… his name… Pratham… Yes, Pratham! His mother's name is Rajni…father Vikrant… a happy merchant family. (Nivan's body starts shaking violently) Dr.Bhargav: Nivan! Nivan! Come back! Wake up! (The doctor splashes water on his face.Nivan sits up with a jolt.)
Dr. Bhargav: Nivan, this is very dangerous.
Nivan (panicked): Doctor… what did I see? What did I say?
Dr. Bhargav: You mentioned Navgarh. Its king and queen and their son Rudra… and a merchant family, whose son was Pratham.
Nivan (surprised): What? Rudra and Pratham? These are the same two who come in my dreams!
Doctor, what is the secret behind all this? Why do these people appear in my dreams? Who are they? From which era are they, with what kind of clothes and what language did they speak? Ultimately, why do these two specifically come in my dreams, Doctor? Who are this Rudra and Pratham? And why do they come specifically in my dreams? What, ultimately, is my connection to these two?"
Dr. Bhargav: Calm down, Nivan. You only told that much. Then you started panicking, so I woke you up.
Nivan: "Okay, but why did I feel so scared, Doctor?"
Doctor Bhargav: "This happens, Nivan. When people recall memories from their past life or remember an event that their conscious mind has forgotten, and it surfaces through a session with their subconscious mind, their mind takes a little time to accept that reality. That's why you felt scared. Don't worry, this is common during this process."
Nivan: "Alright, Doctor. But when will I get to know more about those two, Pratham and Rudra? When should I come to see you again? And please, Doctor, keep this matter confidential."
Doctor Bhargav: "Certainly, Nivan. Don't you worry. This will remain strictly between us—between you and me. Be assured."
Nivan: Okay, Doctor… I'm leaving.
Dr. Bhargav: Yes… take care. We'll do the next session later.
Nivan nods and returns to the hostel.
When Nivan reached the hostel, he was shocked to see everyone.
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Who were Rudra and Pratham, really?
· Why do they keep appearing in Nivan's dreams?
· What is Nivan's connection to Rudra and Pratham?
. Why was Nivan shocked upon seeing everyone at the hostel? What exactly did he see?