CHAPTER 4

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The next morning, Shiva woke up feeling incredibly guilty about what had happened the previous night. He couldn’t shake off the weight of his actions and decided to create some distance between himself and Shalini. Later that day, they all went out to eat, and afterwards, they found themselves at the beach, seeking solace and relaxation. As they strolled along the shoreline, Shalini couldn’t help but notice the distance Shiva had created between them. Concerned, she mustered up the courage to ask him about it. “Why are you taking a distance from me?” she asked, her voice filled with genuine curiosity and worry. Shiva, feeling the weight of his guilt, finally opened up and admitted, “I feel so guilty about what happened last night. I’m sorry for that.”
Shalini, with a gentle smile on her face, reassured him, “You don’t have to feel guilty, Shiva. In fact, I really like you, and that’s why I allowed it to happen.” And then, in a moment that took Shiva by surprise, Shalini confessed, “I love you.” Caught off guard, Shiva couldn’t help but think about Shalini’s current boyfriend, Ram. He mustered the courage to ask her about him, wanting to ensure that he wasn’t causing any harm. Shalini responded, “I’ll break up with him. I promise.” Her words resonated with sincerity, and Shiva chose to trust her. Remembering the times when Shalini had confided in him about her unhappiness in her current relationship, Shiva made a decision. He accepted her love and proposed, knowing that they both deserved happiness and a chance at something beautiful. And so, amidst the crashing waves and the salty sea breeze, Shiva and Shalini embraced their newfound love, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. As the waves crashed against the shore, Shiva and Shalini shared a passionate kiss, sealing their love for each other in that beautiful moment.
Little did they know, their newfound love would soon catch the attention of their friend, Kishor. Curiosity getting the best of him, Kishor approached Shiva and asked, “Hey, what’s going on between you and Shalini?” Shiva, unable to contain his excitement, replied with a wide smile, “We’re in love, Kishor!” Kishor was taken aback by the news and couldn’t help but express his concern. “What about her boyfriend?” he asked, his eyebrows raised in surprise. Shiva reassured Kishor, explaining, “She’s not happy in her current relationship. She deserves better, and I want to be that better.” Kishor, though skeptical, sighed and said, “Well, whatever. Just don’t get too attached, alright?” Shiva nodded, understanding the cautionary advice, but deep down, he knew that he had already fallen deeply in love with Shalini. Their relationship blossomed, and Shiva and Shalini found immense happiness in each other’s company. However, news of their love spread like wildfire throughout Shiva’s university. Whispers and glances followed them wherever they went, as their friends and acquaintances noticed the girl standing beside Shiva, knowing she was his new girlfriend. One day, Shiva and Shalini decided to visit a shop near Shiva’s university. As they walked hand in hand, Shiva couldn’t help but notice the curious gazes from his friends. They knew, without a doubt, that the girl by his side was his beloved Shalini. Despite the attention, Shiva and Shalini remained unaffected, focused on their own happiness and the love they shared. And so, their love story continued, filled with stolen glances, shared laughter, and the warmth of their affection. Shiva knew that their journey wouldn’t always be easy, but he was determined to cherish every moment with Shalini, knowing that their love was worth any obstacles they might face.

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