Destiny|| A Rutkarsha Story

11.

Kehte hai mohabbat Mai,
Dil tut jaate hai.
Saath Saath Chalte hai phir,
Wohi Ruth jaate hai...✨
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Over the next seven months, Rutu and Utkarsha's friendship blossomed as they spent every spare moment together. Rutu would travel from Mumbai to Pune, and Utkarsha would welcome him with open arms. They'd explore the city, trying new foods, visiting hidden gems, and laughing until their sides hurt.

Utkarsha, who once dreaded visiting Mumbai, now finds herself strolling along Marine Drive, hand in hand with Rutu.

Rutu: (excitedly) I'm so glad you're enjoying Mumbai!

Utkarsha: (smiling) I never thought I'd say this, but I'm actually having fun.

Rutu: (teasingly) See, I told you it's not so bad!

As they walk, Rutu shares stories about her cricket matches, and Utkarsha listens intently.

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Rutu, who's usually busy with cricket practice, takes a detour to Pune to meet Utkarsha.

Utkarsha: (surprised) Rutu, you're supposed to be practicing for your next match!

Rutu: (smiling) I couldn't miss seeing you. Besides, I need a break from cricket.

They spend the day exploring Pune, laughing and joking together.

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As the months flew by, their meetings became more frequent. Rutu would  take a break from his cricket training to spend a quick evening with Utkarsha in Pune. Utkarsha, too, would find excuses to visit Mumbai, just to spend a few hours with Rutu.

Their closed ones noticed the change in them - they seemed happier, more at peace. Rutu's cricket game improved, and Utkarsha's smile brightened. They were each other's rock, supporting and encouraging each other through life's ups and downs.

As the seven months drew to a close,  Utkarsha realized that their friendship had evolved into something more. She'd fallen deeply in love, but she haven't  mustered the courage to say it out loud... yet. She is scared. She's scared of something which Rutu even don't know till.

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The next Chapters are going to be so good.