Desi Dilwale: When His Heart Found Her

Chapter 8

Anchal's POV:

As we stood in the parking lot, I turned to Aadhya Di and said, "Di, make sure you come to Coffix cafe after your drive. And don't take too long be there before 12 please. Warna papa se mujhe daat khana padega". ("Di, make sure you come to Coffix cafe after your drive. And don't take too long be there before 12 please. Otherwise, I will get scolded by Dad.")

Aadhya Di smiled and replied, "Ha mumma don't worry".

I turn to Vihaan and say "I know this place called Coffix, we should go there. Tanish owns the place so I know it will be open this late at night".

"Okay" Vihaan replied.

Vihaan and I got into my car, the engine humming to life as I gripped the steering wheel. The car was filled with a peaceful silence for a while, the only sound being the soft purr of the engine. I turned to Vihaan and asked, "Can I play some music?" He nodded, and I started a playlist. The first song that came on was "Best Song Ever" by One Direction. I couldn't hide my excitement and started singing along. To my surprise, Vihaan joined in, humming the tune.

"Do you know this song?" I asked, my eyes lighting up with curiosity.

Vihaan chuckled, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "I'm a directioner," he confessed,

My heart skipped a beat with excitement. "No way! I love One Direction!" I exclaimed, feeling an instant connection. From that moment on, we delved into the world of One Direction, discussing their music, memorable moments, and even the latest news about the band. The car became our stage, and we sang along to every song that played, our voices harmonizing as we shared our mutual love for the band.

Finally, we arrived at Coffix.

Looking at the sign on the door that said closed, Vihaan turned to me and asked "Are you sure we are at the right place?".

I replied with "Yeah just wait and watch".I went to the door and knocked it three times. Soon the door a tall guy in his mid-40s opened the door and said "Anchal itanee raat ko tum yahaan kya kar rahe ho?" ("Anchal, what are you doing here this late at night?")

"Hi, Krishna uncle. Mujhe coffee pene ka bohot man kiya toh mai aagayi. And I have a friend with me." I replied.("I wanted to drink coffee so I came")

"Oh, mai actually ghar jane wala tha. You came just in time, I'll make something for you guys just wait a few minutes." Uncle said. ("Oh, I was actually going to go home.")

"Uncle don't worry I'll make us whatever we want and lock up after that. You can go home and spend time with Leela Aunty."

"Okay, kiddo. Have fun and clean up after yourself. You know I don't like my kitchen messed up." Uncle said and walked out the door.

(Imagine there are bar stools along the left counter)

We went in the café. Vihaan was looking around the place and said "Wow it's such a cozy place."