𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐎𝐟 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞

Chapter 14 Accidental kiss

A V Y A A N

The cab continued on its new route, the city lights blurring outside the window. My eyes never left Nitika's face, her peaceful expression of balm to his frazzled nerves.

She's sleeping so peacefully. I was lost when her phone buzzed, bella's name flashing on the screen. Oh I need to tell her that nitika is not coming back tonight.

The cab pulled up to the building, and I was about to lift Nitika into my arms. She stirred, her eyes fluttering open.

"Where...where are we?" she slurred.

"We're at my place, Nitika. The cab had a tire puncture, and we won't make it back before the curfew."

Nitika's gaze was unfocused, but she seemed to nod.  I breathed a sigh of relief.

As I carefully lifted Nitika, she stirred, her eyes fluttering open again. "I'm fine, I can walk," she slurred, trying to extricate herself from my grasp.

"Okay," I said my voice laced with concern. She pushed against my chest, insisting on independence. And i  reluctantly released her, hands hovering around her waist as she swayed unsteadily. Her legs wobbled beneath her, like a newborn fawn taking its first steps.

Oh god!

"Whoa, easy there," I whispered, arms wrapping around her once more. "You're not exactly steady on your feet."

Her gaze drifted up to mine, a hint of embarrassment flickering in her eyes. "I'm fine," she repeated, her voice firmer, but her body was betraying her words.

"You're not fine, Nitika. Let me help you."

As I spoke, my hands gently steadied her, fingers brushing against her skin.

I swept her into my arms once more,whispering against her ear, "Let me take care of you."

She continued to blabber incoherently, her words slurring together in a jumbled mess.

"I'm fine, Avyaan...just a little...wobbly...hehe...your arms are so...so...strong...like a bear...I love bears...did I tell you I love bears?"

Like a bear? Great.

I chuckled, my eyes crinkling at the corners. "No, you didn't mention that before. But I'm glad to know."

Her head lolled against my chest, her words trailing off into incoherent mumblings. My grip on her tightened, ensuring she didn't slip from my arms.

As we reached our flat, I put the password and unlocked the door. I managed to push the door open and carried her inside.

"You can rest here for the night." I said settling her on the couch.

Nitika's gaze wandered around the room, taking in the familiar surroundings. "Your flat...it's so...so...cozy...I like it...can I have a drink?"

I laughed, shaking my head. "I think you've had enough to drink for tonight. You're going to regret this in the morning."

Her face scrunched up in a pout. "I don't...don't want to regret...I want...to...dance...put on some music, Avyaan."

Yeh dekho isko abhi bhi nachna hai wah!

"You're going to sleep." i spoke and pulled off her shoes.

"I want bubble tea" she declared, her voice firm and resolute.