Chapter 1: The Trio's Obsession

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In the bustling city of Buldana, three inseparable friends, Tatya, Russel, and Dipak, shared not only a class but also a curiosity that would soon take a dark turn. As the trio walked through the school gates on a sunny morning, Tatya couldn't help but glance back at the entrance, where his classmate, Salt, was entering. Her real name was Salt, an unusual yet fitting name for the girl who had stolen Tatya's heart.

Tatya leaned over to Russel, who walked beside him, and whispered, "Russel, isn't she just amazing? Salt's the most beautiful girl in the entire school."

Russel chuckled and replied, "Tatya, you've been saying that every day for months now. You really have it bad for her, don't you?"

Dipak, who was walking on Tatya's other side, joined in with a playful grin. "Well, that's what friends are for, Russel. We need to support Tatya in his pursuit of the lovely Salt."

The friends shared a laugh as they entered their classroom. Tatya couldn't help but sneak a few more glances at Salt, who sat a few rows ahead. Her captivating smile and graceful presence in the class made her the center of attention, but Tatya couldn't summon the courage to speak with her.

After school, the friends gathered for their daily tuition at Dhad Naka. Their tuition center was strategically situated close to Salt's house, and this presented an irresistible opportunity for Tatya. As the trio settled into their routine of extra classes, they often found themselves gazing longingly towards Salt's house.

After the tuition classes, Tatya couldn't contain his infatuation any longer. "Guys, have you noticed Salt?" he blurted out, his voice filled with a mix of excitement and nervousness.

Russel and Dipak exchanged amused glances, both aware of Tatya's crush. Russel, the witty one, teased, "Tatya, you're head over heels for her! What's the plan now?"

Tatya, his cheeks flushing, stammered, "I... I just want to get to know her better. Maybe we could find out more about her, you know, just as friends?"

Dipak, the empathetic soul of the trio, chimed in, "Let's be careful, though. We don't want to come across as creepy. We should respect her privacy."

Despite Dipak's warning, the trio couldn't resist the temptation to catch glimpses of Salt outside of school hours. They devised innocent plans, like walking past her house, hoping to see her without invading her space.

As days turned into weeks, their routine of passing by Salt's house became a regular occurrence. They strategized their moves, exchanged subtle glances, and shared whispers laden with teenage curiosity.

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