To the delight of Surekha one fine day she received a message on Whatsapp from Max her friend from Mumbai who stated “My dear Surekha your luck has begun, one of my friend Kaushiks father Mr.Shukla a renowned director from Bollywood is touched by your looks and enquired about you , as he is looks for a young girl and a fresh face for his forthcoming film .
Surekha in anxiety wrote “How come Mr.Shukla saw my photos, who gave it to him”
Max in answerable note “ Surekha I have uploaded some of your best photos from FB and sent it to my friend Kaushik who gave it to his father “
As their chat went on for a long time, wherein she forgot the time as already she was late for school, it was 9.30 am and even her school bus left. There was no other alternative to stay back home.
Surekha did not wile her time she immediately hooked on to her mobile and started her chat on Whatsapp with Max.
In the evening her parents arrived and enquired “Hello beta Surekha how was your classes today” saying they threw their office bags on the sofa and sat tiredly .
Surekha “ It was OK papa now I have to go to Tuition classes , even I am tired “ saying in a lying looks whisked away from there.
Surekha was very happy as news of her looks has reached a renowned director , instead of going to tuition she turned towards a Coffee shop, She ordered a Cold coffee and switched on her mobile and started to chat with Max, but Max turned up after 5 minutes .
Surekha turned on Whats app Video Chat and in a cheerful tone “Max any news about my profile”
Max in a naughty tone “Well I will let you the news, if you give me a flying kiss”
Surekha in a shy tone “No not now “saying she avoided, but Max persisted and finally Surekha had to oblige.
Max in a happy tone “ Surekha you are selected for Audition tomorrow in Mumbai by Shukla Uncle , you have to leave for Mumbai “
Surekha jumped in glee, the customers in Coffee shop were taken off in shock at her behavior.
Surekha in a apologize tone “Sorry guys I did not mean “saying she turned towards her video chat.
Surekha in disappointed tone “But Max I have school and no money to visit Mumbai, and my parents would disagree at the chance. Can you help me “saying she looked at Max
Max in a pacifying tone “ Surekha don’t worry , I will book a flight online which leaves Hyderabad by 10.30 am, and return by 3.30 pm , you can avoid school tomorrow and you will reach Hyderabad by 5pm and will be at home before your parents arrive from their jobs.
Surekha after a thought “Max I feel your idea is perfect, but some way my inner feeling is scaring me” saying she looked at Max point of view.
Max “Do you want to grow as a famous actress, without risk you can’t get even a rusk “ saying he smiled at her.
Surekha confidence lifted after hearing Max “Max ok, I am thankful for your help, but I will soon return your money spent on flight tickets”
Max “If you speak in such a way I will not talk to you , this is your view about a friend “ saying he looked disappointed.
Surekha in a forgiving tone “OK Max I agree with you, sorry baba I am sorry” saying she folded her hands.
Max felt happy “That’s my baby Surekha , get ready within 2 hours I will send you the tickets by mail” saying their video chat ended.
Surekha on reaching her house found the family of Mr.Sudhakar their family friends for decade at home.
Sudhakar and his wife Malathi were the best link to their family, they went together for parties and get together once in a month.
Sudhakar turning towards Surekha “Hello Beta, how are you , and how are your studies going on “ .
Surekha in a confused tone “ Its Ok uncle , Uncle kindly permit me for few minutes , as my friend Pinky would be sending information about tomorrows Project work, I will return back Immediately , excuse me “ saying she rushed towards her room. Actually Surekha was anxiety and worried about the flight tickets to be sent my Max.
After opening her mobile , to her astonishment she found the copy of Spice jet flight tickets on her mail. She switched on her Whats app Video chat and hooked on to Max‘s profile.
Max finally arrived and stated “Baby did you receive the flight tickets, get ready tomorrow I will be receiving you from Airport by 12pm and straight we go to Shukla Uncles place” .
Surekha in a delightful tone “Thank you Max, I will never forget your help”
Max in a curious tone “ But what about my promise “ saying he looked towards Surekha .
Surekha in a forgettable tone “ Max what promise is it Money, I will return back baba”
Max in a frustrated tone “ Not that , Your promised to give me a kiss”
Surekha in a shy tone “ Ok Naughty Max, I promise “ saying she hung her head in shame.
Here in the House Pratap Reddy shrieked “Beta Sudhakar uncle is leaving, come fast and bid them good bye” saying he looked at Surekhas room.
Surekha rushing towards the hall “Sorry Uncle I was busy , I will definitely come to your house and will have a gala of time “ saying she shook hands with Malathy aunty.
As Sudhakars family left, Even Surekha was about to go behind them.
Pratap Reddy in a curious tone “Beta where are you going at this time, it is already 8.30 pm”
Surekha with her panting breath “Papa I have to print out the project notes sent by my friend, I am heading to browsing center “
Mamta In a helping tone “Surekha take my Scooty , its too late , go and come back quickly”
Surekha agreed to it and took her moms bike and headed towards browsing center.
At the browsing center Surekha immediately opened her mail and took out the flight tickets print out and started her bike rushed towards home.
Upon reaching home Pratap Reddy in anxiety tone “ Surekha where are the print out papers , I see nothing in your hand” looking at her hands.
Surekha in a disappointed tone “Dad all browsing centers are closed, I don’t know the reason “
Saying she rushed towards her room.
Pratap Reddy was looking doubtful at her daughter and looked at his watch it was just 8.50 pm.
Finally the next morning arrived it was Friday October 13th 2016 , her parents as usual left for their job,
Surekha after they left got ready wore her best outfit which was a lehenga , she booked for a Meeru cab, which arrived within 10 minutes it was already 9 am and her flight was 10.30 am carrying a small hanging bag kit which contained her photo profile.
As Surekha family stayed in Mehdipatnam it was easy to reach by 40 minutes. She in a hurried tone “Driver go fast we have 1 hour left”
Driver drove as fast as he could and reached as per her timing.
Upon reaching airport Surekha paid the driver and left towards the airport.
Surekha rushed towards Spice Jet Counter after collecting her boarding pass rushed towards the check in counter, the boarding call was announced she rushed towards Gate No.12 and after getting her boarding pass checked, Surekha entered the flight and after sitting next to the aisle seat, she heaved a sign of relief.
The Pilots take off announcement resumed and the flight finally took off from Hyderabad
To be continued
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