" 𝐼𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑔𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑔𝑙𝑖𝑡𝑡𝑒𝑟, 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑡𝑟𝑢𝑒 𝑝𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑑."
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Aisha , her name alone melts the coldest hearts, and her bright smile brightens their days. The cheery, bright, and sometimes...
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The restaurant, though mostly quiet, was not empty. A few tables were occupied, and the soft hum of conversation created a cozy atmosphere.
Anaya and Aisha were the unlikely center of attention, subjected to an unusual punishment devised by Manvi and Radhika. They had been performing sit-ups in the middle of the restaurant, much to the amusement and surprise of the patrons around them.
"I'm sorry, okay?" Anaya finally gasped, collapsing onto the floor with an exaggerated sigh. Her cheeks were flushed from both effort and embarrassment.
Aisha, ever the performer, seized the opportunity to end their punishment with flair. She rose dramatically, dusted herself off, and performed an elaborate bow, her arms sweeping out as she dipped low. "Jha Pana hume Maaf karo!" she declared in a melodramatic tone.
Laughter erupted from the scattered diners, the sound carrying through the restaurant. Aisha and Anaya shared a glance and a laugh, their earlier discomfort giving way to shared amusement.
Radhika and Manvi, sitting observed the scene with satisfaction. "You both should have told us," Radhika said, her tone light but firm.
Anaya and Aisha nodded vaguely, still catching their breath. Aisha, having slumped beside Arjun, accepted a glass of water he offered. She rested her head on his shoulder, grateful for the support. Arjun's presence was a comforting anchor amidst the chaos.
Divyansh, who had been watching with curiosity, suddenly gasped. "Wait, I remember you," he said, turning to Radhika. "You're an international badminton player, right?"
Radhika smiled politely and nodded. "Yes, that's me."
The revelation drew surprised murmurs from those nearby. Anaya, not missing a beat, added with a smirk, "And Manvi is a software engineer and the daughter of the education minister."
The room buzzed with shock and curiosity as the diners processed the information.
Manvi gave a friendly wave, and Radhika offered a warm smile. "Hi," they said in unison.
Aisha turned to Radhika and Manvi with a curious look. "So, what are you both doing in Mumbai?" she asked.
Radhika, taking a sip of her drink, responded first. "Well, I'm living here now and teaching badminton at one of the elite schools until the next tournament comes up."
Manvi smiled and added, "I shifted to the Mumbai branch because I wanted to be with him."
Aisha nodded thoughtfully. "Where's Gauri then?"
Manvi's smile. "He has some work in Lucknow so he is there."
Divyansh, still processing the new information, scowled slightly. "We thought this was it. Who is Gauri now?"
The friends chuckled at Divyansh's confusion. Anaya, always ready to stir the pot, answered with a smirk, "Gauri is Manvi's boyfriend, our senior, and Aisha's brother."
