Shubman and Ishan lounged on the hotel bed , surrounded by pillows and blankets, their phones propped up on the coffee table in front of them. It was a rare moment of downtime amid their busy cricketing schedules, and they had decided to spend it indulging in something they both secretly enjoyed – watching their shipping reels.
With a playful grin, Ishan tapped on his phone screen, pulling up a compilation of their moments together on the field and off. As the video played, Shubman couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement in his chest, knowing that their fans shipped them as a couple.
They laughed at the exaggerated edits and swooned at the heartfelt moments captured by fans with expert editing skills. Ishan leaned closer to Shubman, their shoulders touching as they watched, their shared laughter filling the room.
But amidst the lighthearted banter and playful teasing, there was an undeniable undercurrent of something more. As they watched themselves portrayed as a couple on screen, Shubman couldn't help but steal glances at Ishan, his heart skipping a beat at the thought of what could be.
And as the last video came to an end, Shubman felt a surge of courage wash over him. With a shy smile, he turned to Ishan, his cheeks tinged with a hint of pink.
"Maybe... maybe they're onto something," he murmured, his voice barely above a whisper.
Ishan's eyes widened in surprise, but then a soft smile spread across his face, mirroring Shubman's own. Without a word, he reached out and intertwined their fingers, a silent acknowledgment of the unspoken feelings that lingered between them.
In that moment, as they sat there bathed in the soft glow of the screen, Shubman and Ishan knew that their bond was more than just friendship. And as they leaned into each other, basking in the warmth of their connection, they couldn't help but feel grateful for the unexpected journey that had brought them together.
Shubman couldn't help but feel a rush of warmth spread across his cheeks as he stumbled upon a post featuring both of them posing with adorable little fans, nephews, and nieces. Ishan's infectious smile and the way he interacted with the children melted Shubman's heart, sparking a thought that had been lingering in his mind for a while.
As he glanced at Ishan, his cheeks still flushed, Shubman took a deep breath and gathered his courage. "Ish, tujhe kabhi father banna hai?" he asked, his voice soft yet tinged with curiosity.
Ishan's eyes widened in surprise at the unexpected question, but then a gentle smile spread across his face. He turned to Shubman, his gaze filled with warmth and affection.
"Haan, Shub, mujhe ek din father banna hai," Ishan replied, his tone soft and earnest. "Par sabse pehle, mujhe ek loving partner chahiye, jaise tu."
Shubman felt his heart skip a beat at Ishan's words, his chest swelling with a mixture of emotions.
Shubman turned to Ishan, a hint of curiosity in his eyes. "Ishan, do you like girl children?" he asked, his voice gentle yet probing.
Ishan's gaze softened, his lips curling into a warm smile. "Shubman, a child is a blessing regardless of gender," he replied, his tone filled with sincerity. "But," he added, his smile widening, "I do believe that every child brings its own unique joy and wonder into our lives."
Shubman nodded in agreement, but then a spark of determination flickered in his eyes. "But Shubie, I've seen Virat Bhai, Rohit Bhai, mahi Bhai, Ashwin Bhai, Jaddu Bhai with their daughters," he continued, his voice tinged with longing. "And I have a wish—I want a girl child."
As Shubman shared his heartfelt desire, Ishan listened intently, his heart swelling with admiration for his friend's honesty and vulnerability.
Ishan turned to Shubman, genuine curiosity gleaming in his eyes. "Shub, what's your opinion on having children?" he inquired, his voice gentle yet eager for his friend's perspective.
