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Chapter 3 - Chapter 3: A Lonely College Journey

Title: The Isolation of Krishna

Krishna's transition from school to college marked a significant chapter in his life. His once outgoing and extroverted personality had undergone a transformation, and he now found himself leading a solitary and isolated existence.

With his low academic marks, Krishna's options for college were limited. His family's hopes rested on him securing a good education and job, primarily due to the influence of his uncle, who worked as a professor in an engineering college near their home. The pressure was mounting, and Krishna couldn't escape the weight of expectations.

College life proved to be a stark contrast to Krishna's past experiences. He had once been the life of the party, the centre of attention, but now he had become distant from people. His trust in others had eroded, and he had become a loner.

In this new phase of life, Krishna encountered Sandhya once again. It had been three long months since he had joined college, and he was overjoyed to see her. He had carried the memories of his unrequited crush on Sandhya from school, and now he hoped for a second chance.

Approaching Sandhya with a heart full of love and happiness, Krishna tried to strike up a conversation. But to his dismay, Sandhya avoided him like the plague. She not only rejected his attempts at conversation but also humiliated him in front of others.

The emotional impact of this rejection was devastating for Krishna. He had built up the courage to approach Sandhya, believing that this might be the opportunity to rekindle their connection. Instead, he was met with rejection and humiliation, leaving him feeling even more isolated and vulnerable than before.

Despite his best efforts to move on and adapt to college life, Krishna couldn't escape the memories of that humiliating encounter with Sandhya. It haunted him, serving as a constant reminder of his insecurities and the emotional scars he carried.

As the years passed in college, Krishna's lack of interest in coding became increasingly apparent. He struggled to find his passion in the field of software engineering, which affected his motivation to actively participate in campus placements. While his friends graduated and moved on to the next phase of their lives with promising careers, Krishna remained stuck in a state of uncertainty and isolation.