Just like most of us humans, our Ishu has many "issues" too. While high taxes (sigh) definitely tops the list, one particular issue has been bothering him way too much- a certain giant man who's his teammate keeps on ogling him to such an extent tha...
There was a loud cheer followed by a thunder of claps as Ishan effortlessly delivered the ball out of the stands, going for a clear six.
“And with that Team A wins today’s practice match!”
Shubman watched from behind the stumps as Ishan was engulfed in a hug by his teammates. Mayank lifted him up and kissed his best friend's cheeks.
“CONGRATULATIONS MERI JAAN!”
Shubman had a weird feeling in his chest which he failed to notice. Arjun Tendulkar, Shubman’s teammate, went to Ishan. “Congratulations. You were a beauty out there. It’s an honour to be defeated by you.” Ishan gave a cheeky smile as they shook hands. Shubman felt like he was staring at them longer than he should. What is this behaviour now? Why is a simple hug between two of the members making him feel annoyed? And the thing is, this ain’t the first time Shubman felt this way. What’s wrong with him?
His phone rings. It's his dad. "Haan Papa. We were on the practice field today. So, how are you and mom? And what about Sah dee? Did she return from college?"
And again Arjun is clinging to Ishan. Arjun just pulls Ishan close to him, as if he is going to kiss him. Shubman felt a tug in his stomach. Is something going on between them? But why should he care? He felt an urge to beat Arjun and yank him away from Ishan. Realising his thoughts, Shubman shook his head in denial.
“Arey oye hero! Kaha khoya hua hai tu?”
His best friend, Abhishek, called him from behind.
“Arey Shub, bas practice match hi toh hai! Ekbaar haar gaye toh kya hi hoga? You know you should let loose a bit. Chal aaj club mein jaate hai shaam ko.”
“Haa yaar schedule check karke bataata hu. Let’s head to breakfast for now.”
Shubman went to the breakfast table and sat with Abhishek. Siraj and Surya were bickering as always, Rohit and Virat engaged in some deep conversation. His eyes immediately fell on Ishan who was currently sitting in between Hardik and Tilak. He had changed from his jersey and was wearing a sky-blue loungewear. The soft colour complimented his aura.
“Tujhe pata hai, that guy we met at the mall that day keeps on asking me for your phone number. Can't blame him though. Tu hai hi itni cute.”
“Arey aap bhi na Hardik bhaiya…kuch bhi bolte rehte ho.”
Siraj chirped in.
“Hawww, Ishu has a boyfriend now? Baby, how could you not tell me, you betrayer!”
Siraj exclaimed dramatically, with a hand on his chest and attempting to make puppy eyes.
Surya scowled and hit his head.
“Draamebaaz, saala. Uska boyfriend hoga nahi toh kya tera hoga? Shakal dekhi hai apni?”
They kept on bickering while the group laughed at their antics. However, Shubman looked stern. Why would some stranger ask for Ishan's number? He really needed some refreshment to drive these thoughts away.
“Okay so guys! I was thinking maybe we could go clubbing tonight? T20 World Cup is coming soon so we will be caught up with practice. We might not have much time afterwards.”
The others nodded in agreement but Rohit was still not sure.
“Do you remember the mess y'all made the last time y'all got drunk?”
“Iss baar aisa kuch nahi hoga. Aap bhi chaliye na humaare saath!” The “garden mein ghumne waale bande” cried in unison.
“We should let them chill a bit Ro. I'll keep an eye on them. Don't worry.” Virat reassured him.
“Toh sab aa rahe ho na?” Abhishek asked one more time.
“Ishan and I might not make it. We had plans.” Tilak said.
Shubman raised an eyebrow in surprise. Ishan made plans with Tilak? Were they really that close?
“Arey koi nahi. Tilak we can visit that museum some other day. Let's enjoy with the boys tonight.”
Shubman smirked as he noticed Tilak’s smile drop.
Wow. So he has a crush on him.
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The fact that we've been getting new ishman content ever since Dorothy28Jennifer and I started planning this fic is surreal.😭
