Shanaya Kapoor a dedicated and cheerful doctor, finds herself navigating the chaos of a wedding reception as part of her on-call duties. Her sunny disposition contrasts sharply with Aarav Desai , the grumpy CEO of a prominent company, who is only at...
"Amidst the joyful clamor of the wedding reception, the sunshine of her life was about to meet the storm. "
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AUTHOR'S POV:
Dr. Shanaya adjusted her stethoscope, her sharp eyes scanning the room of elegantly dressed guests. She was herself dressed in a beautiful dress.
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The vibrant colors of the dresses and the cheerful buzz of conversation were a stark contrast to her own, more serious demeanor. Despite being on call tonight, Shanaya was used to this kind of chaos. Weddings, with all their excitement and unpredictability, were her favorite kind of chaos.
She moved gracefully through the crowd, her professional demeanor softened by her genuine smile. Tonight, she was prepared for anything, even if it meant dealing with the occasional overindulgence or a minor mishap. As a guest, Shanaya was committed to ensuring the event went smoothly—especially since she was one of the few who had medical training on hand.
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Across the room, Aarav Desai, the CEO of Desai Industries, nursed his glass of champagne with a look of mild discontent. He had only agreed to attend this wedding due to a business obligation. Weddings weren’t exactly his idea of a good time, and the posh surroundings and lively atmosphere only seemed to amplify his mood. His sharp frown was a clear indication that he’d rather be anywhere else.
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The contrast between his dark expression and the sparkling joy around him was striking.
Aarav’s gaze fell on Shanya, who was making her way to the bar. Her presence was like a beam of sunlight breaking through clouds. Despite his best efforts to remain detached, he couldn’t help but notice how her lighthearted demeanor seemed to affect the people around her.
Shanaya's path was suddenly interrupted by a commotion near the dance floor. A young girl had tripped and fallen, her cry piercing through the festive music. Instinctively, Shanaya was at the girl's side in moments, gently assessing the situation and calming the concerned parents. Her soothing voice and reassuring touch quickly eased the child’s distress.
From his vantage point, Aarav watched the scene unfold. There was something about Shanaya's presence—her calm confidence and warm, empathetic manner—that caught his attention. It was a stark contrast to his own, less accommodating view of the world.
Just as Shanaya was helping the girl back to her parents, she glanced up and noticed Aarav observing her from a distance. Their eyes met briefly, and she offered a friendly nod. Aarav's scowl softened slightly before he turned his attention back to his drink.
Later, as the night progressed, Aarav found himself reluctantly admiring Shanaya’s skill in handling the wedding’s minor crises. Each time she interacted with someone, her positivity and professionalism seemed to radiate even more. Despite his grumpy exterior, he couldn’t deny a growing curiosity about the woman who seemed to shine so brightly in the midst of all the chaos.
By the time the wedding cake was served, Aarav had caught himself stealing glances at Shanaya more than once. It wasn’t just her ability to handle emergencies with grace that intrigued him, but also the way she seemed to genuinely care about everyone around her.
As the evening drew to a close, Shanaya made her way to the exit, her shift finally coming to an end. Aarav, now a bit more curious than before, decided to make his way over.
“Dr. Kapoor, right?”
Aarav approached with a polite smile, though his tone remained somewhat reserved.
Shanaya turned, slightly surprised.
“Yes, that’s right. And you are?”
“Aarav Desai. I couldn’t help but notice your, uh, impressive handling of the evening’s little emergencies.”
Shanaya chuckled softly.
“Well, it’s all part of the job. Weddings can be unpredictable, but that’s what makes them exciting.”
Aiden raised an eyebrow.
“Exciting, huh? I suppose you’re right. It’s definitely been…an experience.”
They shared a brief, genuine smile, the beginning of a new chapter that neither of them had anticipated. As Shanaya left the reception, she couldn’t shake the feeling that this was just the start of something unexpectedly intriguing.
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