Not Ours, Yet Ours

Do you trust me?

Ujasha woke up the next morning with a heavy heart. The memory of Suryansh walking away echoed in her mind like a haunting melody.

"I should have seen this coming. How could I think he'd just accept me leaving for the IMA?"
She sat up in bed, her thoughts spiraling into a whirlwind of anxiety and sadness. Ujasha had dreamed of this moment- the thrill of being accepted into the IMA- but now that dream felt like a bittersweet burden.
Deciding she couldn't wait any longer, Ujasha found herself at their favorite coffee shop, hoping to catch Suryansh before he went to work. She needed to see him, to understand his feelings.
"I can't just let him walk away without talking. He deserves to know how I feel."
She ordered her usual cappuccino, her fingers tapping nervously against the table as she waited. The ambiance of the shop was filled with the sound of chatter and clinking cups, but all Ujasha could focus on was the emptiness beside her.
Moments later, she spotted Suryansh entering the shop. Her heart raced, a mix of excitement and trepidation flooding her senses.
"Ujasha, I-" Before he could finish, she interrupted, her voice trembling.
"I need to talk to you, Suryansh. Please, just hear me out."
He hesitated, the tension in his shoulders visible.
"Okay. But let's not make this a big deal."
They settled into a corner booth, the air between them thick with unspoken words.
"I never expected to get into the IMA. It's a huge opportunity for me, and I'm excited about it. But... leaving you behind feels unbearable. I don't want to lose what we have." Ujasha spoke, she felt the weight of her emotions spilling out.
Suryansh listened, his expression shifting from concern to pride as he processed her words. He realized the magnitude of what Ujasha was saying; she was not just embarking on a career but chasing a dream that had been hers long before he had known her.
"Ujasha, I'm really proud of you. I can't imagine how hard you've worked for this. The Indian Army is a big deal. You deserve every bit of it."
His honesty was both soothing and confusing, but it also highlighted his internal struggle.
"I understand that, but I really like you, Suryansh. I want to make this work, even if I'm away. I can't promise but will try my best to keep in touch."
Suryansh's eyes softened, revealing the warmth that radiated from his feelings for her, yet he still felt conflicted.
"What if you find someone else out there? What if things change?"
The fear in his voice surprised Ujasha.
"Are you really doubting my feelings for you? I thought we had something special."
He shifted uncomfortably, running a hand through his hair.
"I'm not doubting you, but it's hard for me to accept. I can't help but feel insecure about all of this. You're pursuing your dream, and I'm just... proud of you, but I'm scared too."
Ujasha felt a surge of frustration.
"I didn't mean to put you in this position, Suryansh. This was never my intention. I want you to be a part of my life, but I can't abandon my dreams either."
The tension hung in the air, and Suryansh looked away, his expression conflicted but filled with a growing admiration for her ambition.
"Ujasha, you're choosing to leave for a good reason, but it also means you're leaving me behind. I don't know if I can just sit around and wait for you."
Ujasha felt a sharp pang of hurt as his words pierced through her.
"Is that really what you want? To end this?"
His silence spoke volumes, and Ujasha's heart sank deeper into despair.
"I need some time to think, too. Maybe we both do." Her voice trembled with hurt.
She stood up, feeling a mixture of anger, sadness, and confusion as she walked out of the coffee shop, leaving Suryansh behind.

Back at home, Ujasha paced her room, her emotions swirling like a storm. She pulled out her phone and dialed Anay's number, desperate for comfort.
"Hey, Ujasha! What's up? You sound off." He asked concerned.
"I just had a really tough conversation with Suryansh. I think he wants to end things."
Anay's voice turned serious.
"What happened?"
"He just doesn't understand that I want him in my life, even while pursuing my dreams. He thinks I'll forget about him."
Anay's tone softened as he spoke.
"Ujasha, you know Suryansh cares about you. He's just scared. Give him some time to process everything. But don't shy away from telling him how you feel."
Ujasha sighed, feeling the weight of Anay's words.
"I know, but it's hard. I don't want him to feel like I'm abandoning him." She finally let out.
"Just be honest and tell him how you feel. If it's meant to be, it will be. And if it's not, at least you'll know you tried."

Meanwhile, Suryansh sat alone in his apartment, feeling a mix of regret and confusion.
"I can't believe I just pushed her away. Why am I feeling like this?" He felt frustration and regret gripping his gut.
He ran a hand through his hair, replaying their conversation in his mind. He knew he cared about Ujasha, but fear had clouded his judgment.
Suryansh poured himself a glass of water, taking a deep breath to calm his racing heart.
"I'm being an idiot. I should have just told her how proud I am of her. Why did I let my insecurities get the better of me?"
He glanced at his phone, hesitating before finally deciding to reach out to Ujasha.
"Ujasha, can we talk? I didn't mean to say what I did. I just need to understand." He typed.
As he pressed send, he felt a flicker of hope that maybe they could work this out.

Back in her room, Ujasha's phone buzzed, and she picked it up eagerly, her heart racing. Suryansh:Ujasha, can we talk? I didn't mean to say what I did. I just need to understand.
Her heart soared at the thought that maybe there was still a chance.
Ujasha:
Yes, please. Can we meet at the park?

A short while later, Ujasha arrived at the park, her heart pounding with anticipation. The sun was setting, casting a warm glow over the landscape. She spotted Suryansh sitting on a bench, looking contemplative.
"Suryansh." She called out.
He looked up, his eyes reflecting a mixture of emotions.
"Hey, thanks for coming." He uttered.
They sat in silence for a moment, the weight of unspoken words hanging in the air.
Finally, Suryansh broke the silence. "I'm sorry for how I reacted earlier. I've been feeling really insecure about everything. I don't want to lose you."
Ujasha felt a wave of relief wash over her.
"I don't want to lose you either. I was just scared of what this meant for us. I thought you wanted to end things." She confessed.
His gaze softened, and he leaned forward slightly, pride evident in his tone.
"I'm proud of you, Ujasha. You're chasing your dream, and that means everything to me. I'm just struggling to understand how this will work. But I want to try."
Ujasha's heart swelled at his words, feeling a renewed sense of hope.
"We can make this work, Suryansh. I promise to communicate and be there for you, even when I'm far away. You mean a lot to me."
Suryansh took her hand, his grip firm and reassuring.
"Then let's promise to communicate, no matter what. I'll always be here for you, Ujasha, even if you're far away."
"I promise. We'll make this work together." Shae said as her heart swelled with gratitude.
They sat together as the sun dipped below the horizon, feeling the warmth of their bond strengthen, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
As they left the park hand in hand, Ujasha felt a renewed sense of hope. The path ahead might be uncertain, but their love was resilient. They would navigate the challenges together, one step at a time.

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