"The Little Joy" is a story about a woman who dedicates herself to her husband, attending to all his needs without complaint, yet feeling unrecognized and lonely. Despite her efforts to meet his expectations, she realizes that he has become distant, often refusing intimacy with her under the pretext of her potentially getting pregnant. This leads her to question her worth and the purpose of her existence. Over the years, she has grown accustomed to his eccentricities but feels trapped in a life that feels meaningless. She longs for a sense of purpose and contemplates returning to higher studies, yearning for the happiness she once found in academic life and friendships. As she reflects on her past, she wonders if it is too late to pursue her ambitions and seeks a way to rekindle her aspirations after years of neglecting her own desires.

by Rajshri Suresh in English Short Stories

Writen by Rajshri Suresh

Category Short Stories