The Prison of Knowledge

The Oberoi library was massive—walls lined with bookshelves, a grand chandelier hanging above, and an eerie silence that suffocated the younger siblings.

Aryan, Ayush, and Avni sat at a long wooden table, staring at the piles of books Anirudh had dumped in front of them.

Anirudh adjusted his glasses. “You’re not leaving this library until you understand everything you failed.”

Arnav leaned against the bookshelf, sipping coffee. “And if you try to escape…” His smirk turned dangerous. “Well, let’s just say you won’t like what happens next.”

The younger trio gulped.

The First 10 Minutes

Ayush lazily flipped through his Economics book. "So… what exactly is a ‘supply curve’?"

Aryan squinted at his Math book. "Why do they put letters in numbers? It’s called Mathematics, not Alphabetics!"

Avni groaned, holding her Science book. "Why do I need to know about chemical reactions? I just react to things emotionally!"

Anirudh pinched the bridge of his nose. "You three are hopeless."

Arnav checked his watch. "We’ve wasted enough time. Start studying."

The Plan to Escape

For the next hour, they pretended to study. But in reality…

Aryan leaned over. "Guys, we need an escape plan."

Ayush grinned. "I already have one."

Avni smirked. "Let’s hear it."

Ayush whispered the plan. Aryan and Avni’s eyes widened.

Aryan nodded. "Genius. But risky."

Avni grinned. "Let’s do it."

The Great Escape (or Not?)

Step 1: Distraction Aryan suddenly jumped up and yelled, "OH MY GOD! FIRE!"

Anirudh and Arnav didn’t even flinch.

Anirudh turned the page of his book. "Try harder."

Aryan blinked. "What?"

Arnav smirked. "We know you’re lying. Sit down."

Step 1: FAILED.

Step 2: Fake Sickness Avni groaned, clutching her stomach. "Ugh… I don’t feel so good… I think I—"

Anirudh cut her off. "If you puke, you’ll clean it up yourself."

Avni immediately sat back up, perfectly fine.

Step 2: FAILED.

Step 3: Stealth Mode Ayush tried to crawl under the table towards the door.

Arnav dragged him back by the collar.

"Where do you think you’re going?"

Ayush grinned nervously. "Bathroom?"

Anirudh sighed. "Nice try. Another hour added."

The Ultimate Defeat

After multiple failed attempts, the trio finally accepted their fate.

Aryan muttered, "Maybe we should just… study."

Ayush sighed. "Yeah. I don’t want to die today."

Avni groaned, flipping open her book. "Fine."

Arnav smirked. "Good choice."

Anirudh leaned back in his chair. "Let’s see how long this lasts."

To Be Continued…