part 9: MAKING MEMORIES

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Sonam lies silently on the shared bed, tears streaming down her face as the weight of the conversation with Vanshika bears down on her. She hears the door creak open and knows Abhiraj has returned. Wiping her tears, she remains still, unwilling to engage in conversation. Abhiraj approaches and gently places his hand on her waist, pulling her towards him.

ABHIRAJ:(softly)Sonam, are you crying?

Sonam's eyes fill with more tears, realizing that Abhiraj knows she's been crying even without seeing her. She remains silent, her emotions overwhelming her. Abhiraj turns her to face him, concern evident in his eyes as he pulls her into a tight hug, partially hovering over her.

ABHIRAJ :What happened? Why are you crying? Please, stop crying.

Sonam breaks the hug, but Abhiraj tenderly wipes her tears away. She still doesn't speak. Abhiraj realizes it must be about the scholarship in NYC.

ABHIRAJ :(sincerely)
You don't have to be tense about it. You can do whatever you want. I'm always here to support you.

Sonam: how do you know about that?

Abhiraj: mom told me that you got 5 year scholarship in NYC and you won't be able to return back in India in mean time.

Sonam: yeah..

Abhiraj: don't worry I'll come to meet you there as soon as I'll get a time. Even if you gonna be far from me still close to my heart. Don't cry over that.

Sonam(in her mind) how do I tell you about the conversation between me and vanshika this scholarship is not the reason but she is. I already promised her that I would leave why why I didi that I wish I never said that. I don't wanna leave you. I'm ready to turn vanshika down.

Sonam nods, her heart touched by his unwavering support. Abhiraj kisses her forehead, still gazing at her lovingly. He leans down and gives her a gentle peck, causing her to blush and hide in his chest.

NEXT MORNING

Abhiraj and Sonam wake up, entwined in each other's arms. They go through their morning routine, exchanging playful banter.

ABHIRAJ: (stretching) Let's go out and explore the city today, wifey. What do you say?

SONAM: (excitedly) Really?

ABHIRAJ: Yup, really. I don't want to waste our holiday cooped up at home.

Sonam agrees, and they head out, hand in hand, into the bustling city.

They start with some window shopping, Sonam's enthusiasm infectious. At her insistence, they indulge in some spicy gol gappas. Abhiraj finds them too spicy, earning a laugh from Sonam.

SONAM: (teasingly) Can't handle a little spice, huh?

Abhiraj makes a cute, exaggerated angry face, which only makes Sonam laugh harder.

They continue their adventure, visiting historical sites, creating cherished memories with every

As they make their way home in the evening, the sky darkens, and rain begins to pour. Sonam's face lights up with excitement.

SONAM: (pulling Abhiraj) Let's dance in the rain!

ABHIRAJ: definitely not you will get sick.

SONAM: I won't. let's go

As sonam pull abhiraj with her too.

They twirl and sway in the middle of the empty road, hearts filled with joy. Suddenly, Sonam slips, but Abhiraj catches her just in time, their eyes meeting in a moment of pure happiness.
Sonam's stomach felt butterflies at the closeness. As they parted away and decide to go back home.

Sonam in her mind I know you don't love me abhiraj you don't.  It's all just for the show don't worry I'll leave you soon . But remember I love you I do .As tears filled her eyes but she shrugged them off.

Back home, Abhiraj starts feeling unwell. Sonam, at first, teases him about catching a fever, but soon, her playful demeanor turns into genuine concern as she takes care of him, showering him with love and attention. He felt at ease with her care and slept peacefully.

A month already passed of them making memories as they spent good time with eachother. Not to regret after she left to NYC thinking they don't have any memories together. On other hand vanshika still visits their house on daily basis in hope of getting her love of life back. Seeing her Sonam don't feel good.

Vanshika tries to beg Sonam to leave Abhiraj daily making sonam feel guilty . But she never responds to her.

Tomorrow Finally is the day when Sonam leaves to achieve her dream of becoming a writer.

At night in theor shared bedroom

They both are enjoying their last night together for someday as they both are cuddling and talking with each other.

ABHIRAJ:sonam, you are really blessing to me. Thanks for coming in my life.

Sonam felt good hearing him say that as she smiled heartily as she felt guilt eating her from inside. The guilt of leaving him . But he says he respect her decision.

Sonam didn't say anything just closed her eyes to sleep and felt good in his arm May be the last time for now.

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