𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐙𝐄 ! - s. gill × i. kishan.

025

" you're here ? " ishan asked, surprised, as he answered shubman's call.

" yeah, now come outside. these security guards are side-eyeing me, " shubman replied with a hint of awkwardness his voice.

shubman stood nervously in front of the grand hotel where the mumbai indians team was staying. he was here to whisk ishan away for a special outing, to make his last day in mumbai memorable as he will be flying to other states for upcoming IPL matches.

ishan chuckled softly, the sound sending butterflies fluttering in shubman's stomach.

" yeah, give me a second, darling, " ishan teased affectionately before ending the call, sending shubman's heart racing with anticipation.

a few moments later, the hotel doors swung open, and ishan stepped out, bright smile lighting up his face. shubman's breath caught in his throat at the sight of him, his heart skipping a beat at ishan's effortless charm.

he's so fucking hot, somebody kill me.

" hey, gorgeous," ishan greeted, his eyes sparkling with mischief as he closed the distance between them, wrapping shubman in a warm embrace.

shubman melted into ishan's arms, feeling a sense of peace wash over him as he breathed in ishan's familiar scent. " hey yourself, " he replied, his voice soft with affection as he pulled back to gaze into ishan's eyes.

ishan's smile widened as he took shubman's hand in his own, lacing their fingers together with a gentle squeeze. " what brings you here ? " he asked, excitement dancing in his eyes.

" i wanted to make the most of our time together before the team leaves mumbai, " shubman explained, a hint of vulnerability in his voice.

ishan's smile softened, a look of understanding crossing his features. " that's incredibly thoughtful of you, shubi, " he said, his eyes shining with gratitude. " i'm really going to miss you while we're away."

shubman's heart swelled with affection at ishan's words, the depth of their bond never ceasing to amaze him. " i'll miss you too," he admitted, his voice filled with honesty and a pout playing on his lips " but let's make today unforgettable, let's go ! "

" yeah i am not dressed enough, come up, let me get changed. " ishan chuckled, pulling shubman with him towards hotel .

shubman's cheeks flushed with warmth at ishan's invitation, a smile playing on his lips as he allowed himself to be pulled towards the hotel entrance.

the prospect of spending more time alone with ishan filled him with a sense of excitement and anticipation.

" lead the way, " shubman replied as he followed ishan inside the hotel lobby.

ishan chuckled softly, his hand still firmly clasped around shubman's as they made their way to the elevator.

ishan pressed the button for his floor, his gaze never leaving shubman's as the elevator began its ascent. " i can't wait to spend the day with you, shubman," he confessed, his voice low and intimate.

shubman's heart fluttered at ishan's words, a rush of warmth flooding his veins. " me too," he whispered.

the elevator doors slid open, and ishan led Shubman down the hallway to his room, their footsteps echoing softly against the carpeted floor.

" welcome ! " ishan greeted warmly, opening the door to his room with a smile. " make yourself at home. i'll quickly change into something. "

shubman nodded in understanding as ishan disappeared into the bathroom. he took a moment to glance around the room, taking in the familiar surroundings with a sense of comfort.

soon enough, ishan emerged from the bathroom, dressed in a stylish maroon shirt paired with sleek black jeans. shubman couldn't help but admire how effortlessly handsome ishan looked, his heart skipping a beat at the sight of him.

ishan made his way over to the dressing table, deftly styling his hair before grabbing his cap and a mask. shubman raised an eyebrow in curiosity as he watched ishan's preparations.

" why those ? " shubman inquired, gesturing towards the cap and mask.

ishan chuckled, a mischievous twinkle in his eyes. " well darling, we can't exactly have some alone time if i keep attracting cricket fans around us, " he explained, slipping on the cap and adjusting the mask over his face.

shubman couldn't help but laugh at ishan's reasoning, the playful banter easing any lingering tension between them. " fair point, " he conceded, a smile tugging at the corners of his lips. " let's make the most of our time together, then. "

with a shared grin, shubman and ishan stepped out of the hotel room, ready for day of adventure together. ishan led the way, his cap pulled low over his eyes and the mask adding an air of mystery to their outing.

their first stop was a bustling street food stall, where the tantalizing aroma of spicy snacks filled the air. shubman eagerly led ishan through the maze of stalls, expertly selecting their favorite dishes and encouraging ishan to try new flavors.

as they sat on a nearby bench, savoring each bite of delicious street food and chai, shubman couldn't help but marvel at the easy camaraderie between them. with each shared laugh and stolen glance, he felt the bond between them growing stronger and more undeniable.

next, they ventured into the vibrant markets of mumbai, weaving through throngs of people as they browsed through colorful stalls filled with handmade crafts and trinkets.

ishan's eyes lit up with excitement as he pointed out his favorite finds, his enthusiasm infectious as he encouraged shubman to join in the fun.

they laughed and joked as shubman haggled with vendors, bargaining for the best prices and ishan just asking shubman to let him pay the said price, relishing in the thrill of the chase.

with each purchase, they created memories that would last a lifetime, their shared experiences binding them together in a way that words alone could never express.

as the day came to a close, ishan and shubman stood in front of ishan's hotel, the fading light of dusk casting a soft glow around them. ishan turned to shubman, a gentle smile playing on his lips. " thank you for today, shubi. i had so much fun spending time with you," he expressed sincerely.

shubman returned the smile, feeling a warmth spread through his chest at ishan's words. " thank you for everything, for the match tickets and, um, being my friend, " he replied, his voice filled with genuine gratitude.

" friend ? " ishan chuckled,  i want to be more than just a friend, shubi.  " yeah, " he affirmed with a nod.

shubman couldn't help but chuckle along with ishan, the tension of the moment dissipating into a comfortable ease. " also, all the best for the upcoming matches, " he added, his words laced with genuine encouragement.

the silence that followed soon grew awkward, both men standing there unable to let go or find the right words to say.

shubman hesitated for a moment before summoning the courage to break the silence. " i have something for you, " he finally spoke up, reaching into his pocket to retrieve a small gift box.

ishan's eyes widened in surprise at the unexpected gesture, his curiosity piqued as he watched shubman carefully open the box. inside was a delicate neck chain with a blue gemstone-like pendant, shimmering softly in the fading light.

ishan couldn't suppress a gasp of delight as he examined the gift, his heart swelling with appreciation. " i love it, shubi. it's beautiful," he exclaimed, his eyes meeting shubman's with genuine affection.

shubman felt a rush of relief and happiness flood through him at ishan's reaction, his own heart overflowing with joy. " i'm glad you like it, " he replied, a soft smile tugging at the corners of his lips.

hi :)