Rhythms of the Heart ✅

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As Rihanna joined the group at the bar, Ishaan couldn't help but address the elephant in the room. "Rihanna, what's this bet about Malang? And why suddenly take an interest in him?"

Rihanna, sporting a playful smile, responded nonchalantly, "Oh, it's just a little bet someone suggested. Make Malang fall for me and propose. You know, for fun."

The bar hummed with lively chatter and the clinking of glasses as the friends settled into the discussion about the bet involving Malang. Rihanna, reveling in the attention, maintained her playful demeanor despite the undercurrent of unease among the group.

Ishaan, exchanging glances with Figo, raised an eyebrow. "A bet? Rihanna, this is more serious than a joke. What if someone gets hurt in the process?"

Rihanna, still wearing her confident smile, retorted, "Come on, guys, we're friends, aren't we? Friends help each other out. It's harmless."

Ishaan, concerned, leaned forward and questioned, "Rihanna, do you really think this bet is a good idea? Malang is a nice guy, and we shouldn't mess with his feelings."

Rihanna, casually swirling her drink, shrugged off the concern. "Come on, Ishaan, it's just a bit of harmless fun. Malang won't know, and we'll all have a good laugh in the end."

Neel, unable to conceal his disapproval, interjected, "Rihanna, this isn't right. We can't just play with people's emotions for fun."

Rihanna, swiftly switching tactics, adopted a more vulnerable tone. "Even my own brother cares more about his friends than his sister. I thought you all would support me. I'm just trying to have some fun."

Figo, somewhat skeptical, added, "But what if Malang takes it seriously? Emotions can be unpredictable."

Rihanna chuckled dismissively. "Oh, please. Malang is just a sweet, innocent guy. He won't mind, and it's not like we're hurting anyone."

Neel, still uneasy about the situation, voiced his reservations. "Rihanna, I can't shake off the feeling that you're playing with someone's emotions. It's not right."

The victim card played, and Neel found himself torn. Ishaan and Figo attempted to convince him, emphasizing that it was all in good fun and that Malang wouldn't get hurt.

Rihanna, adopting a nonchalant attitude, replied with a smirk, "Neel, you're too serious. We're all just having some fun. Besides, Malang won't even know what hit him."

Reluctantly, Neel agreed to assist, knowing deep down that this decision might lead to regrets.

Ishaan, trying to find a middle ground, suggested, "Maybe we should talk to Malang about it. Make sure he's okay with this."

Rihanna waved off the suggestion. "No need. This is supposed to be a surprise. Just trust me; it'll be fine."

As the friends continued to discuss the details of the bet, dialogues flowed, and the tension in the air escalated. Neel reluctantly agreed to help, but his unease lingered beneath the surface. The bar, once filled with laughter and camaraderie, now held an undercurrent of uncertainty, foreshadowing the complexities that would unfold in the wake of their decision.

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