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The Worth of The Windchimes
The Worth of The Windchimes
- Ejay
Autumn was fast arriving. The tall trees, lining the
opposite sides of the road , were shedding their dry ,
lifeless leaves on the ground , with an unperturbed
excitement of welcoming new ones , while the air
contained a tinge of moisture , indicating yet another
unexpected shower . Clad in Ray -Ban sunglasses and
a floral dress, Anisha Firdaus drove her nearly worn
out Duster up the twisting, twining hills of Coorg. The
day contained the goldmine of a meaning for her
In the midst of this reverie , she approached the tall
iron gates of a monolithic structure , which greeted
her with a huge sign board , flashing in bold letters :
St.Annes Convent Now on her feet , she began
journeying through the school grounds , accompanied
by a fresh surge of adrenaline . Passing through the
cafeteria , she became a reluctant victim to the smell
of Samosas wafting through the air , as numerous
groups of excited pre schoolers made a dash to their
buses . Shortly enough , she was greeted by a sign
board , adorned with gold , blue and red ribbons ,
along with a message : Welcome to the Reunion of
batch of 99 Filled with the liquid of familiarity
circulating through her insides , she pushed the low
lying gate and entered the venue of the event . The
current Head girl and Head boy greeted her with a
salute , providing respect to her seniority , while a
group of juniors thrust into her hands a bouquet of
chrysanthemums and roses , with Lilies making a
special appearance . As she lifted her gaze , her eyes
caught the attraction of a silver glint , coming from
the girls hostel block , christened Rubys Quarters .
Glinting things always caught her attention. Be it a