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about tulika

In her washroom

The shower taps echoing in a quiet bathroom, muffled cries mixing with the water

She had carried this for years, burying it under forced smiles and endless effort. But today, it all became unbearable. Her hands shook as she gripped the shower handle, tears mixing with the water. Panic clawed at her chest. She wanted to scream, vanish, escape everything that made her feel small.

A sudden gust of wind brushed past her, cold and sharp. Her eyes widened. The water cascading from the shower shimmered like a glass door forming in the middle of her bathroom. Beyond it stretched a beach, surreal and quiet, untouched by anyone else. Hesitation rooted her in place. Her heart hammered, but something deeper pulled her forward. Step by trembling step, she walked through the veil. The sand beneath her feet was cool, the ocean’s rhythm filling the silence of the night.

she wasn't only one there someone else was also present

he say a female figure

When she leaned slightly into him, almost instinctively, he didn’t move. One arm wrapped around her shoulders, careful, gentle. Enough to let her feel a shield, a boundary, a safety.

he don't know why but he said

Her small intake of breath betrayed surprise. Tears escaped slowly, years of hidden pain leaking out in small sobs. He held her, silent, letting her set the pace.

The storm hit the shore suddenly, waves crashing, wind tearing her hair across her face. The portal shimmered again, faint and insistent.

Before she could call out, he was gone—a shadow among the chaos, leaving as silently as he had appeared

Her heart ached. She didn’t know his name, his face, anything. But she already felt the ache of something lost and gained, something that felt like home and danger all at once.

The portal faded. The waves continued their rhythm, leaving her alone on the shore. They would never meet again—not now, not like this.

And yet, years later, fate had its own plan. Two years passed. Different places, different lives—but the memory lingered, a heartbeat that refused to fade. When they met again, now strangers in a new world, most would try to pair them off—but neither would accept. He didn’t like her—or so he claimed. She didn’t like him—or so she told herself. But the truth was undeniable. He loved the broken girl he first encountered on that mysterious shore. She loved the only person who had ever made her feel at home. And that… was how it all began.

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Character Sketch: Tulika (Tuli) 1. Name Full Name: Tulika Nickname: Tuli 2. Appearance Long wavy hair (almost curl-like waves) Soft, innocent face with small but expressive eyes Bright, warm smile vibe : gentle, peaceful, naturally pretty, slightly ethereal aura 3. Character Soft-spoken and emotional Highly intuitive, senses energies and emotions easily Gentle strength — looks delicate but is internally resilient Deep thinker and even deeper overthinker Carries innocence but isn’t naïve Has a magical vulnerability that draws people 4. Nature / Personality Kind-hearted, caring, empathetic Sensitive to people’s moods Quietly brave Loyal and deeply attached to the people she loves Fears being left behind or being “too much” Prefers peace, softness, stability 5. Likes Quiet places her family, friends, specially herself Gentle conversations Being understood without explaining too much Nature , animals specially Comforting hugs and emotional safety 6. Dislikes Loud arguments Feeling ignored or misunderstood People who pretend Chaos, emotional coldness Hurting anyone (even accidentally) 7. Family Background A simple, grounded family She grew up with warmth but also some unspoken emotional gaps Learned to be strong on her own Family is loving but doesn’t fully understand her emotional depth This makes her more sensitive + more attached to the ones who do understand her 8. Career / Role in Story A student Curious about the unknown Gets drawn into the magical world (portal) unintentionally but becomes significant in it Her innocence and intuition play a key role Super power :connected to the portal world extreme emotions sometimes effect nature around her rest will be uncover in further story

She have hidden feeling for the guy she met on the beach but don't know him even his face

Character Sketch: Aryansh (Arya) 1. Name Full Name: Aryansh Nickname: Arya 2. Appearance Fair complexion Short, slightly messy black hair Calm, deep eyes that look like they’re reading people instantly Simple sweatshirt with sleeves rolled up (his comfort uniform) Quietly confident posture Has that “I notice everything but say nothing” face 3. Character Grounded, observant, emotionally intelligent Protective without being overbearing Quiet, calm, and balanced Carries a deep warmth he rarely shows openly Has the kind of presence that makes people feel safe Mature beyond his age, mostly because he analyzes everything 4. Nature / Personality Introverted but extremely perceptive Excellent listener Speaks only when necessary — doesn’t waste words Surprisingly soft when it comes to Tuli Handles crises like it’s nothing (doctor + psychiatrist combo 😎) Has a small circle but is loyal like a rock Low-key romantic but hides it behind logic and psychology 5. Likes Quiet, peaceful spaces Understanding people’s minds Genuine conversations Observing human behaviour (occupational hazard 😂) Warmth, stability, routine Subtle emotional connection 6. Dislikes Manipulative or fake people Loud, chaotic environments Emotional dishonesty People who don’t respect boundaries Anyone upsetting Tuli Unnecessary drama 7. Family Background Emotionally distant family but not a bad one Grew up learning to depend on himself Not very expressive at home, which made him mature early The emotional gap pushed him toward psychiatry — wanting to understand what people feel but don’t say 8. Career / Role in Story (Psychiatrist) Highly skilled at understanding human emotions, trauma, and behavior His profession makes him the “calm center” amidst emotional storms Plays the role of protector, healer, and rational decision-maker 9. superpower : travel through shadows can read people's mind except one ( you'll get to know in further story ) rest will be unfold in the further chapters

Fall for the girl who he met on beach without even seeing her face or know her name

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Tulika woke with a start. Sunlight spilled through her bedroom window, golden and sharp, as if trying to erase the memory of the night before. Her heart still raced. The waves, the storm, the stranger—it all felt both impossibly real and dreamlike. She sat up, blanket tangled around her legs, and glanced around. Her room was ordinary, her walls familiar. Nothing suggested that a portal had opened in her bathroom last night.

Suddenly she noticed a single grain of sand rested on her windowsill. And on her shoulder, a faint shimmer pulsed briefly, then vanished, like it had been waiting for her. Tulika’s hand hovered over the spot, disbelief mixing with a strange thrill. It wasn’t a dream. Something had followed her back

She was lost in her thoughts when suddenly a voice came pulling her out of her thoughts

At school

Suddenly Teacher arrive they setal down

After sometime

...Somewhere else ...

Meanwhile, somewhere else, he felt the pull too. It wasn’t physical—it was subtle, almost like a tug at his chest. He couldn’t read her mind, but the aura she left behind was undeniable, lingering, insistent. He clenched his fists, frustration and curiosity warring within him. He had rules—boundaries he never broke. Yet her presence violated every one of them, and he didn’t know how to resist.

After school hour end she went back to her home

Same day in the evening

That evening, Tulika lingered by the bathroom mirror washing her face , unable to shake the memory of the previous night. The shower tiles glistened under the fading sunlight, ordinary yet charged with a strange energy. Her fingers itched to touch the cool metal, hesitant, trembling. Then, faintly at first, she saw it—the shimmer, a thin ripple across the glass. The air felt different, heavy with salt and possibility. Her heartbeat quickened. The portal was calling again.

She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. Maybe it’s a dream… maybe it’s real… but I have to know.

Step by trembling step, she pushed through the glass, hoping with all her heart to see the stranger again. The beach greeted her with a softer light, the waves lapping gently against the sand. It felt familiar yet new, as though it had been waiting for her return.

She stepped cautiously along the sand, letting the warmth seep into her feet, the ocean breeze brush her hair. The faint shimmer along the waves seemed almost like the beach itself was trying to guide her, urging patience.

After a long time

Only the waves answered, rolling softly against the shore.

Tulika’s eyes widened. Something was changing. Something was coming.

No answer came—only the soft, relentless rhythm of the tide. And as the sun dipped behind the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and violet, Tulika felt it deep in her chest: she would return, and the beach… would not stay empty forever.