Chapter : 2

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{Medical Room – Airport}

[Alya, perched on the edge of the couch, tries to lighten the mood by showing Manik her latest fashion sketches on her tablet. But Manik barely reacts—his eyes keep drifting to Nandini, who is seated across the room, scrolling through her phone with a calm demeanor. Her lips move slightly as she mentally rehearses something, possibly the next steps for Mukti's care. She's focused—almost detached—but Manik can't look away.

Their quiet tension is shattered as a rough, dry cough breaks the silence

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Their quiet tension is shattered as a rough, dry cough breaks the silence.]

Manik: (rushing forward, alarmed) Muku!

[Nandini instantly reacts. She pours water from the nearby jug, her hands steady, movements precise. As she reaches out to hand Mukti the glass, Manik does the same—and their fingers brush for a split second.

It's electric. Both freeze. Her skin is soft, his touch warm despite the coldness in his eyes. For a fleeting moment, the room fades—their eyes lock, questioning, unspoken—but then...]

Alya: (loudly, noticing the exchange) Can you please stay back for a while?

[The moment shatters. Manik jerks his hand back, swallowing hard.]

Manik: (distractedly, avoiding Alya's eyes) Alya, not now. (to Mukti) How are you feeling now?

[Nandini composes herself quickly and hands the glass to Mukti.]

Nandini: Here, drink some water first.

Mukti: (pulling back, voice harsh) Who are you? And what the hell are you doing here?

[Nandini opens her mouth to respond.]

Nandini: I'm Na—

Manik: (cutting her off sharply) She's your doctor. Just take the water. You'll feel better.

[Mukti scowls but drinks, albeit reluctantly. The door creaks open and the others step in, relief spreading across their faces when they see Mukti awake.]

Cabir: Hey, Lady Bheem's up! How are you feeling now?

[Mukti's glare sharpens the moment her eyes land on Navya, standing hesitantly at the threshold.]

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