What after That?

Ch 4.

Shubman, as usual, decided to bunk his physics class. He grabbed his bag and hide it properly before discreetly signaled to Abhishek. They slipped out of the classroom and headed to their secret spot under the large tree at the edge of the school grounds, where they were usually safe from the prying eyes of teachers.

Once settled, Abhishek launched into a dramatic explanation about how pretty Simran was. "Yaar, Simran kitni sundar hai. Uske baalon ka silki pan, aur jab woh hasti hai na, pura din ban jaata hai," he gushed, his eyes shining with admiration.

Shubman, leaning back against the tree, chuckled. "Tu to poora filmy ho gaya hai, Abhishek."Abhishek shrugged, unbothered.
"Kya karoon, yaar? She's just amazing. Mujhe lagta hai ki woh bhi mujhe pasand karti hai aur ab to... hehe tera bhaii usi ki class mein hai"Shubman smirked, picking at a blade of grass.

"Tujhe lagta hai? Matlab, tu sure nahi hai aur bhaii nahi aulad hai tu meri.."Abhishek sighed, looking up at the sky. "Bhai, main kya boloon? Har din uske bare mein sochta hoon. Lekin jab samne hoti hai, shabd hi nahi nikalte."

Shubman laughed. "Aisa kya? Maan gaya tujhe, tu to bada shayar ban gaya."Abhishek leaned in closer, lowering his voice. "Tu maan ya na maan, Simran sach mein khoobsurat hai."Shubman raised an eyebrow, teasingly. "Acha? Mujhe to nahi pata tha tu itna romantic hai."Abhishek grinned, a bit embarrassed. "Arey yaar, sach mein. Tu bhi agar uske saath baat karega, to tujhe samajh aayega."

Shubman stretched, enjoying the shade of the tree. "abee chal na.. jeene ke hai chaar din kaash hote paanch din.. "

Simran was passing by the corridors holding the attendance register when her eyes fell on Shubman and Abhishek bunking class under the large banyan tree. She noticed Abhishek animatedly talking about something, but her focus was entirely on Shubman. He was lounging casually, a carefree smile on his face, laughing at something Abhishek said. His relaxed demeanor and good sense of humor drew her in.

She couldn't help but admire his tall figure and the easy confidence he exuded. As she walked slowly on purpose, she tried to catch snippets of their conversation, her heart fluttering every time Shubman laughed.

Abhishek noticed her first. "Arre, Simran!" he called out, waving. "Kaisi ho?" although his heart thumping like crazy.

Simran's heart skipped a beat, but she managed to smile. "Hi, Abhishek. Main theek hoon. Tum dono yahan kya kar rahe ho? Class nahi chal rahi?"Shubman turned to see who Abhishek was talking to, and his eyes met Simran's.

For a moment, he was taken aback, but then he flashed his charming smile. "Arey Simran, hum toh bas thoda break le rahe hain. Physics class mein kuch khaas chal nahi raha tha."Simran raised an eyebrow, trying to hide her amusement. "Break, huh? School mein bunking ke rules nahi pata tumhe?"Shubman shrugged nonchalantly. "Rules toh hote hi todne ke liye hain, thoda fun bhi zaroori hai, right?"

Abhishek, sensing an opportunity, jumped in. "Simran, tu bhi yahin aa ja. Shubman ki baate sunke tera bhi din ban jayega."Simran laughed softly, her eyes flickering to Shubman. "Shayad kabhi aur, Abhishek. Abhi toh mujhe attendance register dena hai. Tum dono bhi wapas class mein jao."

Shubman leaned back, smirking. "Ja rahe hain, ja rahe hain. Tumhari wajah se wapas jaane ka mann kar raha hai."Simran's cheeks reddened slightly at the compliment. She nodded, managing to keep her composure. "Good. Waise bhi, principal sir ko pata chala toh problem ho jayegi."As she walked away, she couldn't help but glance back at Shubman one last time.

He was still watching her, a playful glint in his eyes. She hurried down the corridor, her heart racing, a small smile playing on her lips.Back under the banyan tree, Abhishek nudged Shubman. "Bhai, dekha na tune.. mera dil kitni zor se dhadak raha tha.. but still i got the confidence.."Shubman shook his head, chuckling. "Abey, tu saala pagal mat ho jaana uske peechhe.."