The Heritage of Hearts

Chapter 1: The First Spark at Thousand Pillars
It was the peak of the monsoon. The grey skies over Hanamkonda made the black basalt pillars of the temple look even more striking. Bhuvan was waiting by the entrance, checking his watch every thirty seconds. He knew Bangaram—she lived by her own internal clock.
When she finally arrived, she was slightly breathless, her umbrella dripping. "The traffic at Mulugu Road is a nightmare, Bhuvan!" she complained, though her eyes were dancing with mischief.
They walked through the mandapam in silence for a while. Bhuvan pointed out the intricate carvings of the musicians on the pillars. "See how they’re frozen in time?" he asked. "They’ve been playing the same song for eight hundred years."
Bangaram stopped, looking at a carving of a dancer. "Do you think they ever get tired of the silence?"
Bhuvan looked at her, the damp air making her nose-ring glint. "Not if they’re looking at something they love. I could stand here for eight hundred years just watching you complain about the traffic."
She laughed, the sound echoing off the ancient stone, and for the first time, she didn't pull her hand away when he reached for it.

Chapter 2: The Midnight Conversations

Love in Warangal wasn't all ancient monuments; it was the quiet moments in between. They spent many evenings at Public Garden, sitting on the grass as the heat of the day bled into a cool evening.
 * The Snacks: They’d share a single plate of egg bonda from a street vendor, arguing over who got the bigger half.
 * The Dreams: Bhuvan talked about his ambitions to start a business in the city, while Bangaram spoke of her desire to travel beyond the borders of the state.
"If you go far away, will you forget the way the air smells here after it rains?" Bhuvan asked one night.
Bangaram leaned her head on his shoulder. "I’ll just have to take you with me, won't I? You’re my piece of home."

Chapter 3: The Trial at Laknavaram

The trip to Laknavaram Lake was supposed to be a romantic getaway, but it turned into a test of nerves. As they stepped onto the yellow suspension bridge, a group of teenagers started jumping, making the bridge sway violently.
Bangaram froze, her face turning pale. She had a secret fear of heights and deep water. Bhuvan immediately stepped in front of her, blocking her view of the swaying cables. He took both her hands in his and started walking backward, leading her slowly.
"Don't look at the water, Bangaram. Look at me," he commanded softly. "Count my steps. One, two, three..."
By the time they reached the island, her heart was racing, but her grip on his hands hadn't loosened. They sat under a tree, the lake stretching out like a sheet of silk.
"You didn't let me fall," she whispered.
"I've got a lot of practice," Bhuvan joked, trying to lighten the mood. "You've been falling for me for months, haven't you?"
She finally smiled, hitting him playfully on the arm. The fear was gone, replaced by a deep, unspoken trust.

Chapter 4: The Promise at Bhadrakali

The series reached its emotional peak during the Bhadrakali Temple festival. The entire lakefront was lit up, the reflection of the temple shimmering in the dark water like a golden palace.
Amidst the crowd and the chanting, they found a quiet corner near the water's edge. Bhuvan took out a small gift—not a diamond, but a traditional silver anklet he’d bought from a local craftsman in the city market.
"In this city of kings and queens," Bhuvan said, his voice steady despite his nerves, "I don't have a throne to give you. But I have a life that’s yours. Every step I take in Warangal, I want to hear the sound of your footsteps next to mine."
As he fastened the silver chain around her ankle, the temple bells began to ring for the evening Aarti. It felt as if the entire city was cheering for them. Bangaram didn't say a word; she simply pulled him into a hug, the lights of the city blurring into a beautiful, glowing haze around them.


Bhuvan, Bangaram valla prema katha ippudu Vizianagaram loni Lendi College ki shift ayyindi. B.Tech chaduvutunnadu.

Chapter 5: Lendi College Lo B.Tech muchatlu

Vizianagaram lo Lendi Institute of Engineering and Technology campus lo Bhuvan eppudu tana friends tho kalise kanipisthadu. Moukthika, Kusuma, mariyu Kyathi eppudu Bhuvan ni edipisthu untaru, kani Bhuvan ki gunde lo unna prathee vishayam telisindi matram Praneetha ke.
Bhuvan ki Bangaram ante entha pramo, tana gurinchi vache chinna chinna kopalu, sankochalu anni Praneetha tho share chesukuntadu. College canteen lo kurchuni "Praneetha, Bangaram ivvala call lift cheyaledu, emainuntundi?" ani tana tension antha chepthaadu. Praneetha oka manchi adviser laga tana prema katha ni munduki nadipisthundi.

Chapter 6: Vizianagaram nundi Warangal ki Love Letters

Bhuvan Vizianagaram lo chaduvutunna, tana manasanta Warangal lone untundi.
 * The Study Sessions: Library lo kurchunappudu, books madyalo Bangaram photo pettukuni chusthu unte, Kyathi mariyu Moukthika chusi "Bhuvan, ippudaina coding meda dhyanam pettu!" ani navvuthuntaru.
 * The Group Support: Kusuma eppudu Bhuvan ki dhairyam chepthundi, "B.Tech tarvatha manchi job kotti, mee Bangaram ni pelli chesuko" ani incentive isthuntundi.

Chapter 7: The Secret Confessions

Oka roju Lendi College ground lo kurchunappudu, Bhuvan Praneetha tho ila antadu: "Praneetha, Warangal lo Bhadrakali gudi daggara nenu tana meeda unna prema ni cheppanu, kani ippudu ee duram (Long distance) konchem kastam ga undi."
Appudu Praneetha tana best friend ga ila antundi: "Bhuvan, nuvvu Lendi lo engineero kado telidu kani, mee iddari madya prema bridge matram chala strong ga undi. Meeru ekkada unna mee manasulu kalise untayi."
 when the world of Lendi College meets the magic of Bangaram. Bhuvan couldn’t handle the distance anymore, so he planned a surprise that would bring a piece of Warangal to Vizianagaram.

Chapter 8: The Surprise Arrival in Vizianagaram

It was the week of the Lendi College Cultural Fest. The campus was buzzing with music and decorations. Bhuvan was unusually restless, and Praneetha was the only one who knew why. She had been secretly coordinating with Bangaram for weeks.
When the train pulled into the Vizianagaram station, Bhuvan was there, heart pounding against his ribs. As Bangaram stepped onto the platform, looking a bit tired from the journey but radiant in a simple cotton kurta, the bustling station seemed to go silent for him.
"Warangal nundi Vizianagaram ki intha dooram vachava, Bangaram?" Bhuvan asked, stunned that she actually made it.
"Nuvvu lekunda Warangal fort kuda velithi ga undi, Bhuvan," she replied with a shy smile.

Chapter 9: The Lendi Gang Meets "The Legend"

The next morning, Bhuvan brought Bangaram to the college. Moukthika, Kusuma, and Kyathi were waiting near the canteen, their eyes wide with excitement. They had heard so much about "Bangaram" that she felt like a celebrity to them.
 * Moukthika: "Finally! Bhuvan ki maatho kurchunappudu kuda nee dhyaname. Ippudu maku artham ayindi enduko!"
 * Kusuma: "Bangaram, veedu cheppe stories nijame na? Lekapothe maku buildup isthunnada?"
 * Kyathi: "Don't worry, memu unnam ga, veedini ikkada baaga chusukuntunnam!"
Praneetha just stood back and smiled. She saw the way Bhuvan’s face lit up—a glow that no B.Tech degree or placement could ever give him.

Chapter 10: From Kondakarla Ava to the Beach

Since Bangaram was in his territory now, Bhuvan wanted to show her the beauty of the North Coast. The whole gang—Bhuvan, Bangaram, Praneetha, Moukthika, Kusuma, and Kyathi—piled into a couple of autos and headed out.
 * Kondakarla Ava: They went for a boat ride on the lotus pond. Bhuvan pointed at the flowers and said, "Warangal lo Bhadrakali Cheruvu unte, ikkada idi undi. Kani nuvvu unte ekkadaina andam ga untundi."
 * RK Beach, Vizag: That evening, they sat on the sand. The roar of the Bay of Bengal was much louder than the quiet lakes of Warangal.
 * The Secret Share: While the other girls were busy taking selfies, Bhuvan and Bangaram walked near the shoreline. Bhuvan confessed, "Praneetha ki nenu anni chepthuntanu, kani neetho direct ga matladithe unde aa kick e veru."

Chapter 11: The Farewell at the College Gate

As Bangaram’s trip came to an end, the friends gathered at the college gate to say goodbye.
Praneetha whispered to Bangaram, "Take care of him. He really loves you more than his internals!"
Bangaram looked at Bhuvan, then at his friends. "I’m happy he has such a great 'family' here at Lendi," she said. As she boarded her return bus, she handed Bhuvan a small note. It read: “Warangal or Vizianagaram, distance doesn’t matter as long as our destination is the same.”

The story continues as the B.Tech journey at Lendi nears its end, and the reality of the future begins to settle in.

Chapter 12: The Placement Pressure

The final year at Lendi Institute was a whirlwind of CRT (Campus Recruitment Training) and mock interviews. The tension in the air was thick. Bhuvan was stressed, not just about his career, but about where he would end up.
While Moukthika and Kyathi were busy cracking coding challenges in the lab, Bhuvan sat in the canteen with Praneetha.
"What if I get placed in Bangalore or Pune, Praneetha? That’s even further from Warangal," Bhuvan said, staring blankly at his laptop.
Praneetha, being the emotional anchor of the group, leaned in. "Bhuvan, Bangaram didn't wait for you all these years just for you to give up now. Secure the job first. Distance is just a number for engineers, remember? We build connections."
That night, Bhuvan stayed up late, not just studying, but talking to Bangaram. Her voice on the other end was his "recharge." "Bhuvan, don't worry about the location," she told him. "Just do your best. My heart is your permanent address anyway."

Chapter 13: Kusuma’s Master Plan

Kusuma noticed Bhuvan was getting too serious and decided the gang needed a break. She organized a secret "Bangaram Birthday Celebration" right inside the Lendi campus.
Since Bangaram couldn't be there in person, the girls—Moukthika, Kusuma, Praneetha, and Kyathi—decorated the seminar hall with photos of Bhuvan and Bangaram. They set up a giant projector screen.
When Bhuvan walked in, he saw a live video call. Bangaram was on the screen, surprised and teary-eyed, seeing all his friends wearing T-shirts that said "Team Bangaram."
 * Kyathi gave a speech about how Bhuvan's love story was the most famous "non-technical" subject in the college.
 * Moukthika recorded the whole thing for their "B.Tech Diaries" vlog.

Chapter 14: The Final Project & The "Warangal Touch"

For their final year project, the group had to build an IoT-based smart system. Bhuvan was struggling with the UI design.
He sent the prototypes to Bangaram, who had a great eye for aesthetics. She suggested colors and layouts inspired by the Kakatiya Kala Thoranam (The Warangal Gate).
"It should look strong but beautiful, like our history," she texted.
When the external examiner saw the project, he was impressed by the unique design. Bhuvan proudly told his friends, "This isn't just my project; it's a Warangal-Vizianagaram collaboration!"

Chapter 15: The Farewell Tears

The day of the Lendi College Farewell arrived. Everyone was dressed in sarees and blazers. The four girls stood with Bhuvan near the college gate, the same spot where they had met Bangaram months ago.
Praneetha handed Bhuvan a small envelope. "This is from all of us," she said.
Inside were train tickets to Warangal for the day after graduation.
"Go back to your Bangaram, Bhuvan," Kusuma said, wiping a tear. "You’ve spent four years sharing your secrets with us. Now go share your life with her."
Bhuvan looked at his friends—Moukthika, the one who always made him laugh; Kyathi, the one who challenged him; Kusuma, the one who pushed him; and Praneetha, the one who truly understood him. He realized that while Bangaram was his love, these four were his strength.

Chapter 16: The Return to the City of Lakes

Bhuvan arrived at the Warangal Railway Station, his Lendi degree in his bag and a job offer in his pocket. He didn't call her. He went straight to the Bhadrakali Lake bund.
He found her sitting there, watching the same sunset they had watched years ago. He walked up behind her and whispered, "The engineer is back from Vizianagaram."
Bangaram turned around, her eyes wide with shock. Bhuvan didn't just bring himself; he brought a framed photo of the whole Lendi gang.
"They told me to tell you," Bhuvan said, smiling, "that they're coming for the wedding, so we better start planning!"
The transition from college life at Lendi to the professional world brought new challenges for Bhuvan and Bangaram. The distance was no longer about missing classes; it was about navigating corporate life while keeping their love alive.

Chapter 17: The Onboarding Blues

Bhuvan landed a software role in HITEC City, Hyderabad. The first few weeks were a blur of induction sessions, laptop setups, and finding a decent PG in Madhapur.
Every evening, after a long day of coding, Bhuvan would walk out of the glass office buildings and immediately dial Bangaram.
"I miss the Lendi canteen," he confessed one night, looking at the city lights. "And I miss you. Here, everything moves so fast, but I feel like I'm standing still without you."
Bangaram, who had started her own journey back in Warangal, became his rock. "Bhuvan, HITEC City might have big buildings, but remember our 'foundation' at the Thousand Pillars. You're there to build our future. Focus on the sprint, and I’ll be your permanent release."

Chapter 18: Praneetha’s Weekend Check-ins

Even though the gang had split up—Moukthika moved to Bangalore, Kusuma was in Chennai, and Kyathi stayed in Vizag—Praneetha made sure they stayed connected.
Praneetha, also working in Hyderabad, became Bhuvan’s "office-hour therapist." They would meet for coffee at Sarath City Mall.
"So, how's Bangaram doing with you being a 'busy IT guy' now?" Praneetha teased.
"She’s more patient than I am," Bhuvan admitted. "She sent me a 'survival kit'—homemade pickles and a framed map showing the distance from Hyderabad to Warangal is just a three-hour train ride."

Chapter 19: The First Paycheck Surprise

When Bhuvan received his first salary, he didn't buy a new phone or a fancy watch. He planned a surprise visit to Warangal.
He conspired with Kyathi and Kusuma to send Bangaram a "delivery package." When she opened her door, she didn't find a box—she found Bhuvan standing there with a bouquet of her favorite flowers and a small gold coin.
"My first earnings," he said. "The first of many things I want to share with you, Bangaram."

Chapter 20: The "Lendi Gang" Reunion in Warangal

Six months into their jobs, the entire gang decided to meet back where it all started.
 * The Scene: A grand dinner at a hilltop restaurant overlooking the Bhadrakali Lake.
 * The Vibe: No longer students, they talked about "deliverables" and "deadlines," but when they looked at Bhuvan and Bangaram, they saw the same college-day spark.
Moukthika raised a toast: "To Bhuvan, who survived Lendi B.Tech and Hyderabad traffic, and to Bangaram, the girl who kept him grounded through it all!"
As the night ended, Bhuvan and Bangaram stood apart from the group, looking at the stars.
"The jobs will change, the cities might change," Bhuvan whispered, "but this—us—is the only project I ever want to be 100% committed to."

Chapter 21: The "Operation Bangaram" Engagement

The Lendi gang—Praneetha, Moukthika, Kusuma, and Kyathi—all took a long weekend off from their corporate jobs. They met at a secret location in Hanumakonda to plan Bhuvan’s proposal.
"It has to be grand, but it has to be them," Praneetha insisted, looking at a map of the Warangal Fort.

Chapter 22: The Setup at the Ruins

On a cool Sunday evening, Bhuvan took Bangaram for a walk near the Kush Mahal at the fort. He seemed unusually quiet, his hands tucked into his pockets. Bangaram sensed something was up. "Bhuvan, are you still thinking about that bug in your code?" she teased.
He stopped near a beautifully lit stone arch. Suddenly, music started playing—a soft acoustic version of their favorite song. Out from behind the ancient pillars stepped the gang:
 * Moukthika and Kyathi held up a long banner that read: "From Lendi to Forever."
 * Kusuma was throwing flower petals.
 * Praneetha stood ready with a professional camera to capture every second.

Chapter 23: The Question
Bhuvan turned to Bangaram.

The sunset hit the stone walls, turning everything gold.
"Bangaram, we started at the Thousand Pillars, we survived the labs at Lendi, and we conquered the distance between Vizag, Warangal, and Hyderabad," Bhuvan said, his voice trembling slightly. "I don't want to be your 'long-distance' boyfriend anymore. I want to be your 'everyday' husband."
He dropped to one knee and opened a velvet box. Inside was a ring with a design inspired by the Kakatiya carvings they both loved.
"Will you officially be my Bangaram forever?"

Chapter 24: The "Yes" Heard Across the Fort

Bangaram didn't just say yes; she pulled him up into a hug, crying and laughing at the same time. The Lendi girls erupted into cheers and whistles, their voices echoing through the historic ruins.
"I knew it!" Kusuma shouted. "I knew she'd say yes!"
They spent the rest of the evening taking photos, the ancient fort serving as the perfect witness to a modern love story. For Bhuvan, the journey from a student at Lendi Institute to a successful professional was meaningful, but nothing compared to the success of winning Bangaram's heart for a lifetime.

Chapter 25: The Grand Engagement at Warangal Fort

The evening light cast long shadows over the ancient stones of Warangal Fort as Bhuvan and Bangaram's engagement ceremony began. The Lendi gang, now seasoned professionals, had outdone themselves. Fairy lights twinkled along the archways, and a stage was set up near the iconic Kakatiya Kala Thoranam.
Praneetha, ever the meticulous planner, ensured everything ran smoothly, from the flower arrangements reflecting Bangaram's favorite colors to the traditional Telangana music playing softly in the background. Moukthika and Kyathi were in charge of entertainment, keeping the guests amused with witty anecdotes about Bhuvan's college days and his "obsession" with Warangal. Kusuma, the emotional core, organized a video montage of Bhuvan and Bangaram's journey, from old photos to clips from their college visits.
As Bhuvan placed the ring on Bangaram's finger, framed by the majestic fort entrance, a collective cheer erupted. The moment was not just a promise between two people but a celebration of friendship, distance conquered, and dreams realized. The cheers of their families blended with the proud smiles of the Lendi gang, all witnessing the union that had blossomed from shared laughter and whispered secrets.

The Final Note
As they walked out of the fort gates, hand in hand, Bhuvan looked at his friends and then at his fiancée. The B.Tech degrees were on their walls, the jobs were in their offices, but their real life—the one they had dreamed about during those long library sessions in Vizianagaram—was finally beginning.
   


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