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The Big Project

Mihir left for office that day, feeling a mix of emotions.

He was happy because his recent dance cover had surpassed a lakh views. And anxious because his boss had called him the previous night and told him that they had a 'big project' to plan.

Just as he was about to cross the gate, he met Sanya.

"Hi Mihir!"

"Oh, hi Sanya!" he said.

He had befriended Sanya on Facebook, and both of them would text each other daily. But despite being neighbours, they didn't meet in person everyday.

"It's earlier than the usual time that you go to office," said Sanya. "Is it something important?"

"Yes, my boss says that it's a 'big project'," replied Mihir.

"Mihir, I'm sorry."

"For what, Sanya?"

"I asked you about your family yesterday on WhatsApp, and when you said that your father was killed in front of you, I felt that I shouldn't have hurt you by asking..."

"Oh no, Sanya. You're my friend," said Mihir. "You have perfect liberty to ask me. And you didn't hurt me also."

"Do you ever feel lonely, Mihir?"

"No. I have you and three other friends."

"Right," said Sanya. "I'll make a move now."

"Okay, bye!"

"Bye Mihir!"

He watched Sanya for a while before hopping on his motorbike.

"She's so pretty," he thought. "And so sweet as well!"

It was very clear that he was smitten by her. Soon, he reached his office, and reported to his boss, Tanish Mehta.

"Ah, Mihir, you're here," said Tanish. "Do you remember what I told you last night?"

"Yes sir," he replied. "Some 'big project'. What is it, sir?"

"You know 'Innovative Minds Academy', right?"

"Yes sir. Two of my friends are teachers at that school."

"Their annual day function is coming up, and we have to erect the stage and put up shamianas and other decorations."

"Why is that a big project, sir? We have done that for several schools in the city."

"Because Hrithik Roshan is a guest at this function!"

Mihir was confused. "Why would Hrithik Roshan come to a school annual day function?"

"His son is a student at Innovative Minds Academy. And he plays an important part in one of the dramas."

"Oh," said Mihir. "Sir, Innovative Minds Academy is a very reputed school. It is one of India's best schools. This is our first contract with them, and we must do our work well and impress them!"

"Which is exactly why I'm entrusting you with this project. When the school management sees our work, they must gawk in amazement!"

The young man agreed. The rest of the day was spent in discussion with Nisha and the other colleagues.

Mihir decided to visit Raj and Pooja before going home.

"Wonder if both of them are at home or not," he thought, as he rode towards Daksh Apartments in Mahim, where Raj and Pooja lived.

He gently knocked on the door, which was opened by a very cheerful Pooja.

"Oh, Mihir bro!" she said. "Come on in!"

"I hope I'm not disturbing you, Pooja," said Mihir. "I wasn't feeling right and..."

"Oh no, our house is like your house! Come on in!"

Mihir went in, and was surprised to see who was sitting on the sofa.