DESTINY....together forever

Chapter 5

Sorry for the late update 🥲🥲
It had been a busy and stressful week. But here we are...

Enjoy!

Ps- I took the above picture yesterday when I went for a walk.

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Srishti's pov

The plane touched down at Heathrow with a gentle jolt, bringing me back to reality after what felt like an eternal flight. My eyes were heavy from lack of sleep, my mind still swirling with thoughts of Sahil, the package in my bag, and the bittersweet goodbye that felt unfinished. But as I peered out of the window, London stretched out beneath me—a sprawling city bathed in the pale morning light, its endless rows of buildings both intimidating and inviting.

Stepping off the plane, the cool, crisp air hit me immediately. It was different from the warmth of home—sharper, brisker, as if the city itself was urging me to wake up, to move, to start my new life. Everything felt surreal, like I was watching myself from the outside, walking through the terminal, my suitcase rolling behind me, my heart pounding with a mix of excitement and nervous energy.

As I made my way through customs and collected my bags, I couldn't shake the feeling of anticipation. This was it. I was finally here. London. The city I'd dreamed of for so long. The place where I would begin the next chapter of my life.

After what felt like hours of navigating the chaos of the airport, I finally stepped outside into the bustling streets of London. The sounds of honking cars, chatter in a dozen different languages, and the hum of the city's energy surrounded me. I hailed a taxi and gave the address of my university accommodation, my heart racing as I watched the city rush by through the window. The iconic red buses, the historic buildings with their intricate facades, and the occasional burst of greenery—it all felt like a movie come to life.

The university itself was everything I had imagined—grand, stately, and a little overwhelming. Tall, ancient buildings stretched out in every direction, their gothic architecture lending a sense of gravity to the place. Students milled about, some chatting in groups, others hurrying to classes or cafes, and I felt a rush of nervous excitement. This was my new home.

As the taxi pulled up to the student accommodation, I stepped out, staring up at the modern building that would house me for the next year. It wasn't as grand as the university's main campus, but it was sleek and comfortable-looking, a blend of glass and steel with tall windows that let in plenty of light. I checked in at the front desk, collected my key, and made my way to the elevator, my heart thudding in my chest with every step.

When I reached my floor and unlocked the door to my flat, I was greeted by the smell of fresh paint and the faint sound of music playing from somewhere inside. The flat was small but cozy, with a shared kitchen and living area. I dragged my suitcase into my room, collapsing onto the bed with a sigh of relief. The exhaustion from the flight was beginning to hit me, but the excitement of being in a new place kept me awake.

I had barely settled in when I heard a knock on the door.

"Hey, you must be Srishti!" a cheerful voice called from the hallway.

I opened the door to find a girl standing there, her blonde hair pulled into a messy ponytail, a wide grin on her face. She was holding a cup of coffee in one hand, her other hand waving energetically in greeting.

"I'm Olivia! Your new flatmate!" she said brightly, stepping forward and pulling me into a hug before I had a chance to react. "I saw you come in and figured I'd say hello. I hope you don't mind, I brought you coffee—it's the least I can do to welcome you to our little flat!"