Sushmita was still reeling from the shocking events that had unfolded at her aunt's house. The words spoken by her aunt echoed in her mind, leaving her feeling hurt and confused. She couldn't understand why her aunt had suddenly turned against her, and why her father seemed so defensive about it.

As days turned into weeks, Sushmita found solace in her studies. She buried herself in books, immersing herself in the world of plant physiology. The more she learned, the more she felt a sense of calm and understanding. The plants became her companions, and she found comfort in their silent presence.

One day, while exploring the library, Sushmita stumbled upon an old family photo album. Curiosity got the better of her, and she began flipping through the pages. As she turned each page, a sense of nostalgia washed over her. She saw pictures of her parents, her grandparents, and aunts and uncles she hadn't seen in years.

But one picture caught her attention—an old black and white photograph of her father and aunt, taken when they were children. They were standing in front of a dilapidated house, their smiles masking the pain in their eyes. Sushmita couldn't tear her gaze away from the photograph. It held a secret, she was sure of it.

Driven by a need to uncover the truth, Sushmita decided to confront her father. She found him in his study, surrounded by stacks of papers and books. He looked tired, burdened by the weight of the past.

"Papa," Sushmita began hesitantly, "what happened between you and Bui (aunt)?"

Her father sighed and looked at her with a mix of sadness and regret. "There are things, Sushmita, that are best left buried in the past. Our family has a complex history, one filled with pain and betrayal. Your aunt and I were once close, but circumstances tore us apart."

Sushmita's curiosity only grew stronger. "But Dad, I need to know. I can't bear this tension between us. Please, tell me the truth."

Her father hesitated before speaking. "Our family was divided by a long-standing feud. It started with our grandparents, and the bitterness carried on through the generations. the truth is far more complicated. Among all this your aunt was fixated on having more money . She had become more and more currupted."

Sushmita's heart ached for her father. She could see the pain etched in his eyes as he spoke. She wanted to heal the wounds that had haunted their family for years.

"Dad, I want to bring our family together again," Sushmita said with determination. "I want to uncover the truth, mend the broken bonds, and create a future where love and understanding prevail."

Her father looked at her, a glimmer of hope in his eyes. "If you truly believe in that, my dear, then I will support you. But remember, it won't be easy. There are deep-rooted resentments and secrets that have been hidden for far too long."

Sushmita nodded, knowing that the path ahead would be challenging. But she was ready to face whatever obstacles came her way. She would unearth the family secrets, bridge the divide, and bring her family back together.

Little did she know that her journey would take her to unexpected places, introduce her to new characters, and uncover even darker truths. The road to reconciliation would be filled with twists and turns, but Sushmita was determined to rewrite her family's story.

To be continued...