CBG#1 CHASING HER (UNDERGOING EDITING)

Chp:-6 Pre Graduation Party (EDITED)

NATASHA ALIA SINGHANIA

New York City, New York.

"Argh... Dolly dee, Kriti dee, why are you putting this makeup and all on my face? This dress is too short. It's too revealing. Please let me change," I groaned. I didn't like makeup and all. I believe in natural beauty. Makeup contains a lot of chemicals and all.

Kriti dee said, "Shut it, Alu! Just cooperate."

I said sadly, "Don't call me Alu; I'll cry. I miss my king, my daddy bear so much. Only he calls me Alu. I'm dying to hug my papa."

Kriti dee said, "Fine, Natzee."

They tied a black cloth around my eyes. Dolly dee and Kriti dee helped me get inside the car.

I asked, "My dear dees (elder sisters) and bhaiyas (elder brothers), where are we going? Tell me now, please!"

Gautam bhai said, "Patience, lil sis."

Finally, we arrived. Dolly dee helped me out of the car. I could hear loud music. We entered inside, and they opened my blindfold. Everyone yelled 'surprise.'

It was 1 Oak, the celebrity club VIP lounge. My Yale friends Katie, Nupur, Nicole, and everyone from the morning were there—Ayesha, Ishaan, Sanya, Riya, Nirav, Kabir, Dakshita, Samaira, Ishika, Adheer, Rohit, Priyanka, Kriti dee, Karan bhai, Gautam bhai, Aashi dee, Nik bhai, Nisha bhabhi, and Pratik Tauji and Savita Taiji.

Aashi Dee's and Nik bhai's cousin Siddhanth Chaturvedi was here too. He lives in New York. Aashi Dee and Nik bhai's maternal family are based in New York and New Jersey, The Chaturvedi family, i.e., Rachna Chachi's family. The atmosphere was electric, and I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed by the familiar faces and the unexpected reunion.

Once again, the room erupted with a collective 'Surprise,' and I turned to identify the source of the exclamation. To my astonishment, Navya Divya and Aarav bhai stood before me. Overwhelmed with joy, I squealed and embraced them tightly. Gautam bhai then shared the intricate details of how he, along with Nik bhai and Karan bhai, made this elaborate plan.

Tears of happiness welled up in my eyes as I embraced everyone in the room. The celebration kicked off with eating, drinking, dancing, and singing—a euphoric atmosphere that marked this as the best pre-graduation party ever.

Amidst the revelry, graduation presents were exchanged, and congratulations poured in for me, Katie, Nupur, and Nicole. Motivational speeches from my siblings, Tauji, Taiji, and friends added a heartfelt touch to the festivities.

Suddenly, a voice resonated, freezing me in place.

"Heartiest congratulations, Katie, Nupur, Nicole, and my dearest Natalia babe."

Turning, I was met with the sight of Rohan. He graciously presented gifts to my friends, captivating their attention. Irritation pricked me as I noticed their obvious admiration.

Rohan approached me, hugging me tightly and remarking, "7 years, huh... you look prettier, cuter, and sexier than before, Alia. I'm honestly saying; don't think that I'm trying to flirt."

Blushing, I replied, "Thanks, Rohan. I'm glad to see you. Good that you came. Thanks a lot. Join us, have fun."

"Sure," he agreed, making his rounds and surprising everyone, considering he had earlier informed Gautam bhai of his unavailability.

As we resumed dancing, Rohan joined me, and our eyes locked intensely. The desire to kiss him overwhelmed me, but we restrained ourselves. Moments later, Rohan pressed a peck on my lips, causing me to blush profusely as I hid my face on his chest.

He chuckled, and after a brief separation, he joined his sisters on the dance floor, while I continued with my friends and Sid, Siddharth Chaturvedi. Despite the festivities, Rohan and I never ceased exchanging glances. His occasional absence, however, stirred questions in my mind.

WHAT IS HE DOING TO ME?............ WHY DID I BLUSH?.................