As the days continued their relentless march, Gowthem dedicated himself to self-improvement, like a sculptor chiseling away at the marble to create a masterpiece. His pursuit was driven by the desire to impress Kavitha. He embarked on a journey of learning, taking up new languages, exploring martial art techniques, mastering chess, and delving into various other domains. Every skill acquired was a note in a symphony he was composing, an attempt to draw Kavitha's attention.

His devotion extended beyond the tangible, into the realm of metaphysical practices. Gowthem, like an alchemist seeking the philosopher's stone, delved into various Law of...