Groggy

Okay, Maa. Leave me. I am stupid. I am dull. I am groggy. Don't compare me with Lohith. Don't compare me with anyone.

Kiran threw the book with a speed of a rocket outside. He locked the door and sat in the darkroom.

Vasudha knocked on the door in anxiety. Go away maa. Kiran answered with a loud voice.

She cried and sat on the chair. Kiran! Listen to me. I care for you. I don't want to be mean to you. I just want you to have a good life by completing your education with good grades.

Vasudha said and became silent.

Maa, only good grades are not everything. Why don't you understand? Kiran replied from the room. I feel groggy, maa. With all the pressure I am not able to sleep properly.

Maybe. Maybe you are right. But, in my generation getting good grades is a must and should condition for a good job. That's why I became so conscious about grades. I do not want to degrade your efforts by comparing. I felt to remind you to have good grades with a competitive mindset.

Vasudha answered.

But.. Kiran murmured while opening the door.

Still, if you feel I have done wrong, I am sorry. Vasudha said.

It's okay Maa. Let's eat paneer butter masala. Kiran hugged his mother.

Yes. We will eat first. Then we can discuss grades when your father arrives. Vasudha started serving the food.

Maa, you are tricking me. Kiran laughed while tasting the dish.