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The morning sun filtered through the hotel curtains, casting a warm glow on Abhimanyu's face. He stretched lazily, the memory of the previous day's adventure still fresh in his mind. As he reached for his phone, a notification popped up, a message from Chris.

"Looks like someone had a good time yesterday, huh?" the message read.

A chuckle escaped Abhimanyu's lips. He replied with a simple "Shut up," but a grin spread across his face as he imagined his friends' teasing comments.

Just then, the door swung open, revealing Sam, Sid, and Jay, their hair tousled and eyes still half-closed.

"Morning, sleepyheads," Abhimanyu greeted them with a grin.

"Don't even," Jay groaned, flopping onto the couch. "My head feels like it's going to explode."

"Worth it," Sam mumbled, his eyes still closed.

"Speaking of last night," Sid began, a mischievous glint in his eyes, "you seemed to be having a 😉 great time with that Kunj guy."

Abhimanyu's rolled his eyes. He'd been hoping to avoid this conversation for as long as possible. "What are you talking about?" he feigned innocence. "We just explored the city. That's it."

"Yeah, right," Sanjana, who had just entered the room, chimed in. "We saw the way you were looking at him last night. And don't even try to deny it, we saw you come back to the hotel with him, hand in hand."

Abhimanyu groaned, throwing a pillow at Sanjana. "You guys are unbelievable," he protested, but his heart wasn't really in it.

"Come on, Abhi," Sam said, "we're just teasing you. But seriously, there's something going on between you two."

Abhimanyu considered his friends' words. He couldn't deny the undeniable chemistry between him and Kunj. There was something about the other man that drew him in, a sense of comfort and familiarity that surprised even him.

"Maybe there is," he admitted finally, a small smile playing on his lips. "But it's nothing serious, okay? Just two guys having fun."

His friends exchanged knowing glances, but they didn't press the issue further. Instead, they turned their attention to planning the day's activities, their teasing temporarily forgotten.

As for Abhimanyu, he found himself looking forward to seeing Kunj again. There was something about the other man's quiet confidence, his dry humor, and his genuine enthusiasm for life that intrigued him. And as he got ready for the day, he couldn't shake the feeling that this adventure in Switzerland was just beginning.

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In the other corner of the hotel, a similar scene was unfolding. Kunj's friends, Zara, Rohan, Maya, and Dev, were still buzzing from the previous night's concert and the lingering excitement of their Swiss adventure. The morning after always brought with it a certain degree of post-celebration lethargy, but today, there was an added layer of intrigue in the air.

Zara, in particular, seemed to be in a world of her own, a dreamy smile playing on her lips. Her gaze kept drifting towards the door, as if expecting Abhimanyu to magically appear.

"So, Kunj," Rohan began, his voice thick with sleep, "tell us everything about your 'bromance' with Mr. Hottie."

Kunj groaned inwardly. He knew this conversation was inevitable. He took a deep breath, trying to maintain his composure. "There's nothing to tell, Rohan. We just explored the city."

Maya, ever the optimist, chimed in, "Come on, Kunj. We're not idiots. We saw the way you two were looking at each other last night. There's definitely something going on."

Zara nodded enthusiastically, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "I mean, Abhimanyu is so handsome and charming. And you, Kunj, are so sweet and down-to-earth. You two would be perfect together!"

Kunj's face turned a shade of crimson. He couldn't believe his friends were actually shipping him with Abhimanyu.

He was about to open his mouth to defend himself when Dev, ever the voice of reason, intervened.

"Alright, guys, let's give Kunj a break," he said, interrupting the barrage of questions. "He's clearly not comfortable talking about it. Let's focus on our own plans for the day."

The others reluctantly agreed, but Zara's gaze lingered on Kunj, her mind clearly still occupied by thoughts of Abhimanyu.

Kunj sighed inwardly.

He knew he couldn't avoid this topic forever, but for now, he was content to let his friends speculate while he focused on enjoying the rest of his trip.
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The crisp morning air carried the promise of adventure as Kunj and his friends, Zara, Rohan, Maya, and Dev, geared up for their trekking expedition.

The excitement was palpable, a mix of anticipation and adrenaline coursing through their veins.

As they set off, their laughter echoing through the pristine mountain air, they stumbled upon an unexpected sight – Abhimanyu and his group, Sam, Sid, Chris, Aman, Jay, and Sanjana, were already at the trailhead, their backpacks slung over their shoulders, ready to embark on their own trek.

A wave of surprise washed over both groups. They exchanged amused glances, the coincidence of their shared plans adding a touch of serendipity to the day.

As the two groups mingled, a playful banter ensued. Zara, ever the social butterfly, found herself engaged in a lively conversation with Abhimanyu, her eyes sparkling with admiration. Abhimanyu, in his element, was in full flirt mode, his charm on full display.

Zara: hi Abhimanyu!!!!😍

Abhimanyu: oh Hi!!! Beautiful what a pleasant surprise ....to see such a Beauty in this morning 😉

Zara*blushed*

Dev, observing the interaction between the two, nudged Rohan. "See, I told you there was nothing going on between Kunj and Abhimanyu," he whispered, a smirk playing on his lips.

Rohan, ever the skeptic, raised an eyebrow. "We'll see about that," he replied, his eyes fixed on the pair, a hint of amusement in his gaze.

Kunj, meanwhile, had retreated into a quiet corner, his mind a whirlwind of conflicting emotions.

He couldn't deny the pang of disturbance that shot through him as he watched Abhimanyu charm Zara with his effortless charisma.

But he quickly dismissed the feeling as irrational, reminding himself that there was nothing between him and Abhimanyu, just two people enjoying an unexpected encounter.

As the trek began, the two groups naturally split into smaller sub-groups. Kunj found himself walking alongside Maya, their conversation flowing easily as they discussed the flora and fauna of the region. Occasionally, his gaze would drift towards Abhimanyu and Zara, their laughter echoing through the woods.

Abhimanyu, on the other hand, was enjoying his own brand of entertainment. He found himself drawn to Kunj, his quiet demeanor a stark contrast to the boisterous energy of his friends.

There was something intriguing about Kunj, a depth of character that hinted at a complex and fascinating personality.

As they hiked deeper into the forest, the path became steeper and more challenging. The two groups, now separated by a considerable distance, pressed on, their determination fueled by the promise of breathtaking views awaiting them at the summit.

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