Destiny|| A Rutkarsha Story

16.

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Utkarsha and Ruturaj's friendship deepens, and Utkarsha's feelings for him grow stronger.

Utkarsha: (to herself) I love how Rutu always makes me laugh, how he teases me, and how he looks at me with such kindness.

Ruturaj continues to joke around with Utkarsha, making her feel special.

Ruturaj: (smiling) Hey, Utkarsha, you're so smart! I don't know what I'd do without your help in studies.

Utkarsha: (laughing) Oh, stop it, Rutu! You're just saying that to get my help.

Ruturaj: (grinning) Maybe a little, but seriously, you're an amazing teacher.

Sometimes, Ruturaj offers to walk Utkarsha home, and she feels happy and safe with him by her side.

Utkarsha: (to herself) I feel so protected when Rutu walks me home. I love how he cares for me.

Ruturaj: (smiling) So, Utkarsha, what's your favorite subject?

Utkarsha: (smiling back) History. How about you?

Ruturaj: (laughing) I'm more of a cricket enthusiast, but I'm trying to like history too.

Their conversations flow effortlessly, and Utkarsha finds herself falling for Ruturaj more and more each day.

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Navya teases Utkarsha about her growing feelings for Ruturaj.

Navya: (laughing) Oh, Utkarsha, you're so smitten with Rutu! You're always finding excuses to come over and see him.

Utkarsha: (blushing) Shut up, Navya! I just like visiting you, that's all.

Navya: (teasingly) Sure, sure! And it has nothing to do with Rutu playing cricket in our backyard every day?

Utkarsha visits Navya's home often, and whenever she meets Ruturaj, he's playing cricket.

Ruturaj: (smiling) Hey, Utkarsha! Want to learn how to play cricket? I can teach you how to bat a cover drive!

Utkarsha: (excitedly) Really? I've always wanted to learn!

Utkarsha and Ruturaj spend hours playing cricket together, with Ruturaj teaching her the basics.

Navya: (teasingly) Oh, look at Utkarsha, finally learning to play cricket! And with Rutu as her coach, no less!

Utkarsha: (laughing) Hey, someone's got to teach me! And Rutu's a great coach.

Ruturaj: (smiling) Thanks, Utkarsha! You're a quick learner!

As they play cricket together, Utkarsha and Ruturaj grow closer, their bond strengthening with each passing day.

Utkarsha and Ruturaj continue playing cricket, laughing and joking around.

Ruturaj: (teasingly) Come on, Utkarsha, you can do better than that! Show me your batting skills!

Utkarsha: (determined) Okay, watch this! (she hits the ball, and it flies through the air) Yes! Did you see that?

Ruturaj: (impressed) Wow, nice shot! You're a natural!

As they play, Navya watches from the sidelines, smiling at her friend's happiness.

Navya: (to herself) I'm so happy for Utkarsha. She deserves someone like Rutu, who makes her feel so alive.

After their cricket session, Ruturaj walks Utkarsha home, as usual.

Ruturaj: (smiling) Thanks for playing cricket with me today, Utkarsha. You're really fun to be around.

Utkarsha: (smiling back) Thanks, Rutu. I had a blast. You're an amazing teacher.