Ishq Nasamajh | 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙙 ✅

Chapter 30: No Rules, No Limits

Alisha's POV:

As I reflected on Siddhart's sudden outburst, confusion clouded my mind. Why did he punch Shubham without any apparent reason? His anger seemed disproportionate to the situation, leaving me puzzled and somewhat concerned.

After reaching my dorm and changing my clothes, I decided to confide in Prem, sharing every detail of the incident. His reassuring words helped calm my nerves, and when he sent me a Shayari, a smile tugged at my lips.

His promise of a surprise on my trip added a layer of excitement to my thoughts, although he refused to reveal any details, teasing me to wait patiently.

Lost in anticipation, I couldn't help but think, "Maybe we'll meet," imagining our encounter and feeling a rush of warmth and happiness.

However, the events of the day lingered in my mind, overshadowing my excitement. Nandani, noticing my preoccupied state, inquired about the cause. With a heavy sigh, I recounted the incident in the class, and Nandani's raised eyebrow hinted at her surprise.

"Punched Shubham without any reason?" she echoed, and I nodded in confirmation. "maybe he was jealous" Her words caught me off guard, "Jealous?" I repeated incredulously, unable to understand why Siddhart would harbor such feelings.

"Yeah, maybe he likes you, bruh. Seeing you with Shubham made him jealous," Nandani suggested, her theory surprising me. "What? No, that's not possible. He already has a crush on someone else," I protested, my mind racing to make sense of her words.

"Trust me, Alisha. I've seen how he looks at you. He surely has feelings for you," Nandani insisted, her conviction unwavering.

"You think a lot, Nandu," I replied with a shake of my head, still grappling with the revelation.

As we delved into a debate about Siddhart's intentions, I couldn't shake off Nandani's words, pondering over the possibility that Siddhart harbored feelings for me.

Eventually, we diverted our attention to studies, but the unsettling thoughts lingered, casting a shadow over the rest of the evening.

*Next Day*

As I made my way to my next class, I unexpectedly collided with Siddhart in the hallway. The events from the previous day flooded my mind, and I couldn't help but muster the courage to confront him about his actions. "Hey, Siddhart," I began tentatively, "I wanted to ask you about yesterday. Why did you punch Shubham?"

Siddhart's expression tightened, and he hesitated before responding, "Well, that's personal. Don't worry about it, Alisha." With that, he excused himself, leaving me feeling more puzzled than before.

Entering the classroom, I noticed Shubham still nursing a slight cut on his chin. Approaching him, I inquired, "Shubham, why did Siddhart punch you? Did you say something to provoke him?"

Shubham shook his head, confusion evident in his eyes. "No, Alisha, I have no idea why he punched me," he replied earnestly.

The lecture began, diverting my attention momentarily. After class, I sought solace in the garden, hoping to clear my mind.

As I relaxed amidst the greenery, a message from Prem illuminated my screen, instantly lifting my spirits and filling me with happiness.

As I received Prem's message asking if he could call, my heart began to race with anticipation.

Despite having heard his voice before, the idea of speaking to him now made me inexplicably nervous. Nevertheless, I replied with a yes.

Moments later, a voice call notification popped up on Instagram, and I accepted it eagerly. "Hello, Chandni how's your day going?" Prem's voice sounded warm and comforting, instantly easing my nerves. He asked about my mood and how my day had been, his genuine concern touching me deeply.

In an attempt to lighten my mood, Prem began to sing a song, his voice soft and melodious. I found myself blushing furiously as he sang, each word feeling like it was meant just for me.

Once he finished, I was still at a loss for words, my cheeks burning with admiration. "You sing so well, Prem," I managed to stammer out, my voice barely above a whisper.

We exchanged a few more words, and then reluctantly ended the call.

After I reached my dorm, I opened my laptop and scrolled through the messages from Prem, each one bringing a sense of comfort and warmth.

But as I reflected on our conversation, a nagging doubt crept into my mind. Was I really falling for someone I'd never met in person? Was it possible to develop genuine feelings for someone solely through online interactions?

Lost in my thoughts, I leaned back in my chair and stared out the window, the gentle hum of the evening enveloping me. In that moment of quiet reflection, I realized that perhaps love had no boundaries, no rules, no set path to follow. Maybe, just maybe, it was okay to let myself feel, to embrace the unexpected twists and turns of the heart.

With a newfound sense of clarity, I made a decision to trust in the connection I shared with Prem, to let myself explore the possibility of something more.

And as I closed my laptop and prepared for bed, a small smile played on my lips, anticipation bubbling within me for what the future might hold.

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