Ishq ka rishta💟

Chapter 8

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The jeep finally screeched to a halt at the famous rafting site in Rishikesh. The sun glistened over the turquoise waters of the Ganges, creating a breathtaking view that seemed straight out of a dream. The lush green hills surrounded them, and the sound of the flowing river added a serene yet thrilling vibe to the atmosphere.

The moment Aarushi stepped out of the jeep, her excitement was palpable. She flung her arms into the air and yelled, "Bhai yaar, kya view hai!" Her face lit up with pure joy, her eyes sparkling as if reflecting the river itself.

Shanaya, equally elated, joined her. “Bole toh jhakaas!” she exclaimed dramatically, tossing her hair back and striking a filmy pose, earning a laugh from everyone.

Ishika, hands on her hips, added with a mischievous grin, "Rafting karne mein aur maza aayega, bhai log! Tum sab ready ho?" She shot an excited glance at the girls, who nodded enthusiastically.

Prachi, meanwhile, was engrossed in her camera, capturing every little detail—the view, the jeep, and even Aarushi’s dramatic poses. She giggled as she recorded, her focus unwavering.

Ishika, however, wasn’t going to let her off so easily. "Abey o, camera mein ghus jayegi kya ab?" she teased, snapping her fingers in front of Prachi’s face.

Startled, Prachi blinked and looked up. “Sorry, sorry, guys!” she said sheepishly, though her fingers still hovered over the record button.

Aayansh, who had been silently watching, seized the opportunity. “Photo khichte khichte kud mat jaana yahan se,” he teased, smirking.

Without missing a beat, Prachi shot back, "Tum chinta mat karo. Tumhe saath lekar kudungi." Her tone was sweet, but the sharp edge in her words made everyone chuckle.

Shanaya, never one to miss an opportunity for drama, clutched her chest and declared, "Bro yaar, tum log kitne romantic ho! Saath-saath marne ka waada—OMG!" She batted her eyelashes exaggeratedly, her voice dripping with mock emotion.

Before Shanaya could continue, both Aayansh and Prachi turned to her and yelled in unison, "SHUT UP!" Their synchronized outburst made everyone burst into laughter, including Shanaya, who threw her hands up in mock surrender.

As the laughter died down, Rishi groaned. "Kuch khane ka lao, yaar," he said, rubbing his stomach dramatically.

Aarushi, with her big, innocent eyes, turned to him and asked sweetly, "Kyu? Rafting nahi karna kya?"

Rishi smirked and shot back, "In log ka drama khatam toh ho pehle."

Everyone laughed again, and soon they were walking towards the rafting area. After signing the necessary forms and listening to the safety instructions from the rafting guide, they were handed their life jackets, helmets, and paddles. As they suited up, the excitement in the air was tangible.

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Once on the raft, the guide barked instructions, teaching them how to paddle forward and backward to control the raft. With a deep breath, they pushed off from the bank and into the cold, rushing water of the Ganges.

The moment the raft hit the first rapid, the water splashed into their faces, making everyone scream and laugh simultaneously. Prachi, despite the chaos, had her phone secured in a waterproof case and was still trying to record every second.
“Prachi!” Ishika yelled, paddling furiously. “Yeh rafting hai, photoshoot nahi!”

“Arre, let me enjoy my way!” Prachi replied, giggling, her face half-covered in water droplets.

Aarushi, her paddle slipping in the rush, shrieked as a wave rocked the raft. “Bhai yaar, yeh toh roller coaster se zyada scary hai!” Her laughter echoed over the river as she clung to the edge of the raft.