EP 96 : Freelancer feelings: Deadlines and Expressions (Part 01)
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Welcome to the podcast from the bottom of your heart. The monsoon rains of Bengaluru were in full swing. The cool stream of water was coming from the window and was strolling Nishtha's hair. She was sitting in her small apartment. On the screen of the laptop, the cursor was blinking again and again.

This blogging reminded Nishtha that she had to submit a long article in a few hours. But today Nishtha's mind was somewhere else.

It used to happen with the first rain. The outside world was filled with beautiful views. But Nishtha, being a freelance content writer, often could only see these beautiful moments through the window. Today was the same. She had to write about the Highlands of Scotland for a travel blog. About a place that she had never seen before.

He had started working on this project a few days ago. His partner, Rian, was a calm-minded web developer working in Kolkata. They met on an online freelancing platform. Nishtha had always liked the hustle and bustle of Bengaluru. Whereas Rian found it more pleasant to work in a calm environment.

Their way of working was also different.

Nishtha used to use her style and imagination while Rianne used to focus on facts. But before any disagreement, they had a special relationship. Rianne tried to bring depth to Nishtha's writing. And Nishtha would leave Rianne a little loose and go more into the realm of imagination.

Rian had read the draft of Nishtha's book in detail for the first time. And he had given some suggestions. He had also shared some interesting information about Scotland's history and folk stories. Which made Nishtha's article even more informative. But today was a challenge for Nishtha. There was no time to talk to Rian about enjoying the rain.

Deadline was on her head and Nishtha couldn't understand anything.

She would wake up again and again and look out the window for rain, as if looking for inspiration. Here in Kolkata, Riyan was also in the same confusion. He was standing on his roof, looking at the pieces of paper flying in the air. Rain drops were touching his face. On the screen of the laptop in front of him, Nishtha's last email was open. In that email, Nishtha told her confusion about the project.

While writing about Scotland's history and culture, she was feeling lost. Rian didn't like to know this. He thought that being a freelancer, the deadline pressure is too much.

He quickly replied, "Nishtha, don't worry. We will complete it together. If necessary, it will take the whole night. But we will definitely submit this project on time. To write about Scotland, try to feel the history and culture there. Imagine that you are standing there, feeling the warmth in the air and looking at the beauty of the mountains.

Nishtha read Rian's email and a strange heat ran over her cheeks. For the first time, someone had given her such a unique suggestion to write. Will she really be able to feel Scotland by doing this? After thinking for a while, she sent Rian a thank you reply and again focused on the laptop screen.

This time, there was a slight difference. Nishtha closed her eyes and felt herself standing in the Highlands of Scotland. She tried to feel the moisture in the air. She noticed the raindrops falling on her face. She imagined the steep peaks of the distant mountains in her mind.

She was lost for a while. Then suddenly a picture came to her mind. Standing on the edge of a huge lake, she walked through the ruins of an old, broken palace. She immediately opened her laptop and started to whisper this picture in words.

She kept writing, as if the stories of that broken palace were coming to her. She wrote about the history of the palace, how it used to be the place of kings, and now it is standing as a sanctuary of bravery. She also included the mention of this palace in the folk tales of Scotland, which gave her story a different romance.

Hours passed by. The rain was not getting any less. But Nishtha was not troubled by the rain. She was lost in the Highlands of Scotland. Finally, she completed the article. She happily took a deep breath and emailed Rian. Rian's reply came in a short time. She had read the whole article and praised it a lot.

He wrote, "Nishtha, this is amazing. While reading, I really felt that I am standing in Scotland. You are an amazing writer." Nishtha was very pleased to hear Rian's praise. He wrote in response, "Thank you, Rian. It was possible only with your suggestion."

We kept talking for two hours that night. We kept talking about Scotland, the world of freelancing and our lives. Gradually, they started to form a special bond. A bond where understanding was more than words. By morning, the rain had stopped.

The first rays of the sun were shining on Bengaluru and Kolkata. Nishtha was standing in her balcony and looking at the sun. She was happy. After talking to Riyan and completing her article, she sent Riyan a last email. Thank you Riyan for this project. I felt very good working with you. Riyan's answer came immediately. Nishtha, me too.

"I hope we'll get a chance to work together again." "And yes, going to real Scotland is a different experience." Nishtha smiled and replied, "Sure, Rian. I'll definitely go."

She knew that it was just a project and she could never meet Rian. The online conversation continued. But Rian's email had aroused a different desire in her heart. The desire to see the real Scotland and perhaps the desire to meet Rian.

A few days passed. Nishtha started getting new projects. But she had less conversations with Rian. She used to understand him. Everyone has their own busy schedule in the freelance world. Still, Rian's lack kept on bothering her.

One evening, after finishing work, Nishtha was searching on the online freelancing platform Suddenly, she saw a new project A blog about a photography festival in Kolkata Nishtha was very fond of photography She often took pictures of the streets and buildings of Bengaluru in her spare time

He immediately applied for the project. He got the answer in a short time. He got the project. Nishtha happily danced. This was a golden opportunity for him to go to Kolkata. And maybe to meet Rian. He immediately emailed Rian. Rian, look, I have got the job of writing a blog about the photography festival in Kolkata. Maybe I can meet you there too.

Rian's reply came in a short while. His words were full of enthusiasm. "Nishtha, this is amazing! Yes, I will be working as a volunteer at that festival. I will be very happy to meet you." A big smile rose on Nishtha's face. This time she was not only dreaming of Scotland, but also dreaming of meeting Rian.

She knew that this meeting could change her life. But whether this change will be good or bad, time will tell. For now, she was ready to go to Kolkata. The thought of meeting Photography Festival and Rian was making her happy.

Will Riyan and Nishtha's relationship change into friendship? How will they feel meeting each other for the first time? To know this, keep listening to the next episode of Dil Se Dil Takvid Khushi.

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