Will you be my forever

A TENSED CONVERSATION

INT. ARADHYA'S DORM ROOM - FEW DAYS LATER

Tanishq returns to college after a few days, looking more relaxed and at ease. His father's health has improved, and he is grateful for his friends' support. 😊

TANISHQ(smiling warmly at his friends)
"Thank you all for being there for me and my family. I don't know how I would have gotten through this without you." ❤️

ARADHYA(hugging him)
"We're just glad your father is doing better. We're here for you, always." 🤗

TANISHQ(grateful)
"I really appreciate it. Let's catch up soon and celebrate together." 🎉

INT. GROUP CHAT - NIGHT

The friends are unwinding after a long day, chatting on their group messaging app. The screen lights up with notifications as each message comes in.

Group Chat: FRIENDS FOREVER 🥂

RAJEEV
Yo, everyone still awake? 🌙

SHREYA
Awake and hungry. What's everyone up to?

TANISHQ
Just thinking... 🤔 Aradhya, I realized I don't know much about your family. Tell me more?

ARADHYA
Oh, it's not that interesting, really. 😅 My parents are both teachers. It's just me and them at home.

PRIYA
Wait, that's awesome! Teacher parents must mean you're super disciplined, right?

ARADHYA
Haha, they tried, but I'm a bit of a rule-breaker. 😉 What about you all?

SHREYA
Aradhya's secretly rebellious? Didn't see that coming! 😂

TANISHQ
I could totally see that. But seriously, do you get along with them?

ARADHYA
Yeah, we're close. Though sometimes they can be a bit too... involved. 🥲

RAJEEV
Sounds like classic parent stuff. 👀

TANISHQ
So... no siblings? Guess that means they focus all that love on you, huh? 😊

ARADHYA
Or all their expectations. 😅 But yeah, we're close.

SHREYA
Aw, an only child! That explains why you're so used to being independent. 😊

PRIYA
True! So Aradhya, are your parents the super-protective type or chill? 😏

ARADHYA
Protective for sure! They want to know everything. If I even mention friends, they ask a million questions. 😩

RAJEEV
Haha, sounds like my parents too. They always have this... "where are you, with whom, why, and when will you be back" drill. 😆

TANISHQ
I guess we all know the drill. Aradhya, do they know about... us? 😳

ARADHYA
Oh boy, nope! 😅 They'd freak out for sure! Gotta wait till they're ready for that news. 😬

SHREYA
Smart move, ease them in slowly. So are they into those "meet my friends" sessions, or do they just prefer to hear about us from a distance? 😂

ARADHYA
They definitely love meeting my friends! But you guys would probably be grilled with questions. 😜
PRIYA
We're ready for the interrogation! Tell them I'm a model student with no bad habits! 🙌

TANISHQ
And I'm... vegetarian, so I'm already in their good books, right? 😄

ARADHYA
Hahaha, yes, vegetarian points for Tanishq! Though they'll want to know everything—like what you're studying, your future plans... you know, typical parent stuff. 😅

RAJEEV
We'll have to put together a whole presentation at this rate. 😂

SHREYA
Sounds like a mission! But Aradhya, do they give you any freedom? Like, can you go on trips and stuff?*

ARADHYA
They're actually kind of strict about that. Trips need a lot of convincing. 😩 But hey, I make it work! 😊

TANISHQ
Well, we'll make sure our next trip is Aradhya-approved! 😜

Tanishq:Hey Aradhya, been thinking... when do you plan to tell your parents about us? 👀

Rajeev:Oooooh, big question there! 😆

Shreya:Haha, Tanishq getting straight to the point! Go on, Aradhya, spill the tea! ☕️🍿

Aradhya:Um... 😳 I guess I hadn't thought about it yet. It's a little nerve-wracking, to be honest. Like, what if they... find out from someone else? 🥺

Priya:Aw, Aradhya, they'll love Tanishq once they meet him! But yeah, I get that'd be scary.

Rajeev:Right? Finding out by surprise could get tricky. Better sooner than later, no?

Tanishq:Aradhya, don't worry. Whatever happens, we'll handle it together, okay? I'm here for you. 😊

Aradhya:Thanks, Tanishq. It's just... yeah, it's scary, thinking about them finding out without me telling them first. 😕 But I'm glad I have you all here to talk to. ❤️

Aradhya and Tanishq sit together at a quiet table, the chatter of the canteen around them. Aradhya stirs her drink absentmindedly, her mind clearly elsewhere. Tanishq notices her silence and reaches out, placing his hand over hers.

TANISHQ(softly)
"Hey... you've been a little quiet since last night. You're still worried about telling your parents, aren't you?" 😟

ARADHYA(sighing, looking down)
"Yeah. The thought of it just makes me anxious. I mean, our college days are almost over... It feels like the right time, but what if they don't take it well?" 😰

TANISHQ(reassuringly)
"I get it, Aradhya. It's a big deal. But I think once they know how serious we are, it might go better than you think." 😊

ARADHYA(looking at him, hesitant)
"But they've always been so particular. I just... I don't want to hurt them, or you, if things don't go as planned." 😔

TANISHQ(smiling softly)
"I'll be here, no matter what happens. And, I know it's scary, but they deserve to hear it from you first. We'll face it together, one step at a time." 🤝

ARADHYA(smiling weakly)
"Thanks, Tanishq. I don't know what I'd do without you. Maybe... maybe I'll try talking to them after our exams." 💪

TANISHQ(squeezing her hand)
"That sounds like a good plan. Just know, whatever happens, you're not alone in this." ❤️

They share a quiet, comforting moment, Tanishq's supportive presence helping to ease some of Aradhya's worries. The noise of the canteen fades into the background as they hold onto each other, drawing strength for the journey ahead.

INT. ARADHYA'S DORM ROOM – EVENING
After the exams, Aradhya and her friends gather in her dorm room, a mix of excitement and nervousness in the air. Tanishq sits beside Aradhya, both looking at the group.

ARADHYA(looking at everyone)
"Okay, so we've all been talking about it, and I think it's finally time to tell my parents about us." 😬

SHREYA(excitedly)
"That's great, Aradhya! But how do you want to approach it?" 🎉

RAJEEV(supportively)
"I think having all of us there will make it easier. We can support you, and they'll see how serious we all are about your relationship." 🤗

TANISHQ(nodding)
"I agree. It'll show them that we're a team, and they can trust us. Plus, having everyone there might ease some of the pressure." 😊

PRIYA(grinning)
"Let's set a date! We can all go together and make it a supportive group outing. How about this weekend?" 📅

ARADHYA(biting her lip, still nervous)
"Okay, I think that could work. But what if they react badly? I don't want to make things awkward." 😟

SHREYA(placing a hand on Aradhya's shoulder)
"We're all in this together. Just remember, you're doing this because you love Tanishq and want to be honest with them. They'll appreciate that, even if it's tough." ❤️

TANISHQ(leaning closer to Aradhya)
"And we'll be right there with you. You've got this. Just take a deep breath and trust the process." 😌

ARADHYA(smiling slightly, feeling reassured)
"Thanks, everyone. I'm really grateful to have you all by my side. Let's do this!" 🙌

The friends share determined smiles, the atmosphere shifting to one of encouragement and solidarity as they prepare for the upcoming challenge together.