Chapter 2

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As the sun dipped lower on the Mumbai skyline, casting warm hues across the bustling city, Kabir headed towards Aditi's studio. The rich tapestry of fabrics and the hum of sewing machines greeted him as he stepped inside.

"Aditi, we need to discuss the upcoming fashion show," Kabir's voice echoed through the studio, signaling the beginning of a day that would unravel the threads of fate.

Aditi looked up from her sketches, her eyes sparkling with creativity. "Sure, Kabir. What's on your mind?"

Kabir outlined the logistical details of the fashion show, but his sister couldn't help but notice a certain distraction in his eyes. "Something on your mind, big brother?" she teased.

Kabir leaned against the worktable, a thoughtful expression on his face. "I feel like there's something more out there, something beyond the boardrooms and business deals."

Aditi grinned, sensing a rare vulnerability in Kabir's words. "Maybe it's time for a change, Kabir. Life has a way of surprising us."

Meanwhile, at Raizada Hospital, Aahat navigated the whirlwind of medical responsibilities. In a quiet moment, she glanced at a photograph of her family on her desk. Arjun, her supportive brother, smiled back at her, and a fleeting thought crossed her mind – a longing for connections beyond the hospital walls.

As the day unfolded, both Kabir and Aahat found themselves on parallel trajectories, their worlds poised to intersect in ways they could not anticipate. The city's energy hummed louder, echoing the impending collision of two worlds.

In the evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, Kabir found himself at a charity event hosted by Arjun. Aahat, too, attended the event, representing Raizada Hospital's commitment to community service. The room buzzed with conversations, and in the midst of it all, their eyes met for the first time.

                                 Chapter End

(Ps: the chapter will get longer, I just wanted to leave it as a hook for now for the next chapter!! And all the chapters are pre written so I need time to edit. Promise to make it longer for next chapter!)

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