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It was another quiet evening, the kind that had become increasingly familiar in the house. Raj was in his office, buried in work. Rashi sat in the living room, flipping through a book, her thoughts far away. She hadn't heard from the company since her interview, but her excitement still lingered. She had made the decision to accept the job offer, no matter what.

Her phone suddenly buzzed, pulling her out of her reverie. The number was unfamiliar, but the voice on the other end was warm and friendly.

"Hello, is this Mrs. Rashi verma?"

"Yes, speaking," Rashi replied, her heart racing a little. This was it-the moment she had been waiting for.

"This is Ananya from Silverstone Enterprises. I'm calling to officially offer you the position of Senior Marketing Manager. We were really impressed with your skills during the interview, and we believe you'll be a great fit for our team. Can we count on you to join us?"

Rashi's heart skipped a beat. She could hardly believe it. She had made it.

"Thank you so much for the opportunity," Rashi said, trying to keep her voice steady. "I would be honored to accept."

The woman on the other end chuckled softly. "Wonderful! We'll send over the paperwork and details soon. Welcome aboard, Ms. Verma."

Rashi hung up the phone, her heart fluttering with excitement. But before she could celebrate, she knew there was someone she had to talk to-the one person who could make or break this decision: Raj.

Raj entered the living room later that evening, his steps slow, his expression unreadable. Rashi was sitting on the couch, staring at the phone in her hand, and the moment he stepped inside, she looked up at him.

"Raj," she said, her voice steady but carrying an edge of determination. "I have something to tell you."

Raj raised an eyebrow. "What is it?"

Rashi took a deep breath before speaking. "I've accepted a job offer. At Silverstone Enterprises."

Raj froze. For a moment, he couldn't speak. The words had hit him harder than he expected. He had always seen Rashi as the dutiful wife, the one who had sacrificed her dreams to fit into the life he had planned for them. And now, she was choosing to carve her own path.

"I didn't expect this," Raj finally said, his voice low. "You know that we don't need the money, Rashi. You don't have to work and if you want then you can work in our company."

Rashi stood up, meeting his gaze firmly. "I'm not doing this for the money. I'm doing it because I want to. I need to find something for myself. Something that isn't tied to your business or our marriage."

Raj's face hardened. "What are you trying to say? That I've held you back?"

Rashi's expression softened. "No, Raj. But for so long, everything has been about you, about your empire. I need to do something for myself, something that's my own."

Raj exhaled sharply, running a hand through his hair. "I understand that, but this-" He gestured around the room. "This is our life, Rashi. Your place is here, with me."

Rashi shook her head. "No, Raj. I don't want to be just 'here' anymore. I want something more. And I've made my decision. I'm going to take this job."

Raj stood there, speechless for a moment, before he regained his composure. "If you're going to work, it can be in my company. We have a place for you in the marketing department. You don't need to go to another company."

Rashi's jaw tightened. "I appreciate the offer, Raj, but that's not what I want. I want to build something on my own, not under your shadow."

Raj's expression hardened. "So that's it? You've made up your mind?"

"Yes," Rashi said, her voice firm. "I have."

Raj stared at her for a long moment. "Fine," he said quietly, his tone betraying none of the emotions swirling inside him. "But don't say I didn't offer."

Rashi knew this wasn't going to be easy. But she was ready for the challenge. As the evening wore on, she found herself surrounded by family members who had always supported her but had never fully understood her desire for independence.

Kartik, who had always been a quiet presence in her life, was the first to speak up when she shared her decision with him. He had been watching the tension between Raj and Rashi for weeks and knew this was a turning point.

"You're making the right decision, Rashi," Kartik said, his voice reassuring. "Don't let anyone hold you back from what you want. You deserve this."

Rashi smiled at him, grateful for his unwavering support. "Thank you, bhai. I don't know what I would've done without your support."

Later that evening, Rashi went to talk to her mother-in-law and father-in-law. They had always been kind to her, but this was a conversation she dreaded. She didn't want to make waves in the family, but she also couldn't let Raj's refusal stop her.

When she explained her decision, her mother-in-law, smiled warmly. "You've always been a hardworking woman, Rashi. I understand why you want to do this. We all have to find our own path in life."

Her father-in-law, who had always been a quiet and observant man, nodded thoughtfully. "It's important to follow your heart, Rashi. I believe you will succeed."

Rashi felt a surge of relief. It wasn't just her career path that she had to fight for-it was her sense of self, her independence. And now, for the first time, she felt truly supported.

The next day, after spending some time processing the conversation with Raj, Rashi decided to call her older sister. They had always been close, even though Priya was married and lived in a different city. Rashi needed to hear her sister's thoughts, especially with everything that had been going on with Raj.

"Di," Rashi began, her voice tinged with frustration. "I've made the decision to take the job offer. But Raj doesn't agree with me. He's insisting I work in his company instead. I feel like I'm suffocating, di."

Priya listened carefully, her voice soothing as she spoke. "I understand, Rashi. It's tough. But sometimes, when you're in a marriage like yours, it feels like there's no room for your own dreams. But I think you're doing the right thing. You've always wanted more, and now you're taking it. That's something to be proud of."

"But Raj doesn't see it that way. He thinks I'm going against him. That's what hurts," Rashi admitted.

Priya paused, then spoke again, her voice filled with wisdom. "Marriage is complicated, Rashi. I know you love Raj, but sometimes, you need to put yourself first. He will understand eventually, but it might take time. Just give it time. Let him see that you're not rejecting him; you're just finding your own place in the world."

Rashi sighed, feeling a weight lift off her shoulders. "Thank you, dii. You always know what to say."

The final call Rashi made was to Samaira. As always, Samaira had a way of lifting her spirits, even in the toughest moments.

"Samaira, I've done it," Rashi said, her voice full of determination. "I've accepted the job. I'm going to work at Silverstone Enterprises."

Samaira's excitement was palpable. "That's amazing, bhabhi! I knew you would do it. You deserve to have your own career, your own life. Don't let anyone, especially bhai, stop you from chasing your dreams."

"But he doesn't understand, Samaira," Rashi admitted. "He wants me to work for his company. He doesn't want me to take this opportunity."

Samaira's tone softened. "Bhabhi, I know Bhai and honestly you also know him. He's stubborn, but deep down, he loves you I know but he didn't realize that but trust me he will. He's just scared. It's not about you, it's about his control. But you can't let that stop you. You have to follow your heart."

Rashi smiled faintly, feeling a sense of peace. "Thanks, Samaira. I needed to hear that."

As Rashi hung up the phone, she felt a renewed sense of purpose. She wasn't going to let Raj's objections hold her back. She was moving forward, one step at a time. The road ahead wouldn't be easy, but for the first time, Rashi felt like she was in control of her own future.

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