Destiny|| A Rutkarsha Story

24. [Last Chapter]

Cause we were just kids when we fell in love
Not knowing what it was
I will not give you up this time
But darling, just kiss me slow
Your heart is all I own
And in your eyes, you're holding mine
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Utkarsha's eyes scanned the airport, her heart racing with anticipation. She spotted the CSK players, their jerseys a familiar sight, and her relief turned to determination. She weaved through the crowd, her gaze fixed on the group, searching for a glimpse of Rutu.

And then, she saw him. Rutu stood apart, his eyes cast down, his expression a picture of despair. Utkarsha's heart skipped a beat as she rushed toward him.

"Rutu!!!!..."

As Rutu's eyes met Utkarsha's, the airport's din faded into the background. His voice cracked with emotion.

RUTU: "What are you doing here, Utkarsha?"

Utkarsha walked towards Rutu, her small steps seemed to echo through the airport's silence. Her eyes remained locked on his, a magnetic connection that drew her closer. But with each step, her heart ached more. Rutu's face, once radiant with joy, now wore a mask of pain and longing.

Utkarsha's gaze faltered, her eyes welling up with tears as she took in the depth of Rutu's sorrow. She felt a pang of regret, realizing the hurt she had caused. Her footsteps slowed, as if hesitant to bridge the distance between them.
Rutu's eyes locked onto Utkarsha's, his heart racing with anticipation. Every beat felt like an eternity, as if time itself hinged on her next word.

Silence hung between them, a delicate thread vibrating with tension. Rutu's chest rose and fell with shallow breaths, his soul suspended in the balance.

Utkarsha's lips parted, a whisper escaping...

Rutu's heart skipped a beat, his entire being leaning in, longing to hear the words that would seal their fate.

The air thickened, heavy with expectation, as Rutu's love, hope, and vulnerability hung precariously in the balance.

UTKARSHA: (taking a deep breath) "I love you! I'm totally and completely in love with you! I don't care if you think it's too late. I'm telling you anyway." She confessed. She finally confessed in one go.

Rutu's eyes welled up with tears as he struggled to respond. Utkarsha's uncertainty grew.

UTKARSHA: "Well, say something!"

RUTU:(voice trembling) "If you come any closer, I'm not letting you go!"

Utkarsha's face lit up with joy as she embraced Rutu.

UTKARSHA: "I want the same!"

Rutu's arms enveloped her, holding her tight as they stood there, lost in their own world.

RUTU:(whispering) "I love you."

UTKARSHA:(muffled against his chest) "I love you too."

In this moment, time stood still. The airport's chaos receded, leaving only the two of them, suspended in a sea of love and forgiveness.

As Utkarsha's words hung in the air, the teammates erupted into cheers and applause, their faces beaming with joy. Mahi and Raina exchanged a warm glance, their eyes shining with happiness for the young couple.

Jaddu, ever the jokester, couldn't resist cracking a joke to lighten the moment. "Looks like Rutu's finally found his 'Utkarsha'-ly perfect match!" he quipped, chuckling.

Rutu and Utkarsha broke their hug, their faces flushing with a mix of embarrassment and delight. But as they gazed into each other's eyes, the happiness that had been missing for so long was now unmistakable.

Their smiles mirrored each other's, a radiant glow that seemed to brighten the entire airport. The teammates cheered louder, whistling and clapping, as Rutu and Utkarsha basked in the warmth of their love, rekindled in this moment of tender reunion.

Mahi nodded in approval, a knowing glint in his eye. "Love is in the air, and on the field, we'll make sure to keep the wins coming!"

Raina grinned, patting Rutu on the back. "Welcome back, buddy. We've missed this spark."

Jaddu chuckled, winking at Utkarsha. "Glad you two sorted things out. Now, let's get this party started - and the season!"

Destiny's gentle hand reunited Rutu and Utkarsha, weaving their souls into a tapestry of love. Once tangled threads now entwined, their hearts beat as one, kindling a flame that burned bright and true. Time and distance faded, leaving only the promise of forever.

•THE END•