As the night unfolded, during Vikram's dinner, a servant discreetly approached to share the news that Parwati had regained consciousness and was presently finding repose in one of the guest chambers. Politely excusing himself from the dining table, Vikram promptly made his way to attend to the situation.

Pausing in the dimly lit corridor just outside Parwati's chamber, Vikram's attention was drawn to a hushed conversation unfolding between Parwati and the anxious prison guard, whose name eluded Vikram in the moment. Leaning in closer, he discreetly listened to their exchange.