Father's Bail

Despite her efforts to console him, Rahman's grief remains heavy. With a trembling voice, he makes a heartfelt request: "If it's a girl, name her Chaiti. It means awareness-a reminder that she should always carry a sense of wisdom and understanding. If it's a boy, name him Sangram. Life itself is a struggle, and I want him to understand that from the very beginning."Pausing to catch his breath, Rahman continues, "Rehena, please, promise me something.
Never tell our child about me. Let them believe that I passed away a long time ago. Spare them the pain of knowing their father is a prisoner. Let them grow up free of this burden."Rahman's heartfelt words bring Rehena to tears. She struggles to hold back her emotions but eventually breaks down, her sobs joining his. Together, they cry for the life they dreamed of but could not have, for the child who would grow up without a father, and for the cruel twist of fate that separated them.
For Rahman, life in prison was a constant battle with his own emotions. Each day felt like an eternity, filled with an overwhelming sense of guilt and helplessness. He often spent his nights staring at the small, barred window in his cell, wondering how Rehena was coping outside. The thought of her managing everything on her own, especially with a child on the way, tore at his soul. He felt trapped not only physically but also emotionally, as he replayed the moments that led to his imprisonment over and over in his mind.
Rahman found solace in small acts of humanity within the prison walls. The occasional kind words from a fellow inmate or the rare smile from a prison guard reminded him that even in the darkest places, traces of light could be found. He often wrote letters to Rehena, pouring his heart into every word, even though he knew many of them might never reach her. Writing became his escape, a way to feel connected to the world beyond the cold, unforgiving walls of his cell.
One night, Rahman dreamed of holding his child for the first time. In his dream, the child's laughter filled the air, and for a brief moment, he felt whole again. But when he awoke, the harsh reality of his situation came crashing down on him. The dream lingered in his mind, both a source of comfort and a painful reminder of what he might never experience.