Perfect RomCom Couple

Chapter 6 - chocolates and flowers

Aahana POV—

The next day, I woke up early, did my morning routine, and reached the office on time, knowing it would be a hectic day.

I was so busy that I didn't even get a chance to have lunch—just four cups of coffee to keep me going.

I submitted my one-week leave application, and my boss approved it without hesitation, understanding that I wouldn't request time off unless it was urgent.

I worked so hard that I didn't get home until 11 at night.

As I unlocked the door, I saw my mom and dad sitting on the couch, waiting for me.

"I told Mom I'd be late. Why are you two still up?" I asked, slipping off my sandals and jacket.

"Well, you know your father can't sleep without knowing you're home safe, and I know for a fact that you haven't eaten anything since morning," Mom said, reading me like a book.

"Yeah, I know. I'll have something now."

I headed to the dining table, where, as expected, a plate of food was waiting for me, courtesy of Mom.

I quickly heated my dinner and joined them in the living room.

"Why do you work so much, beta? I'm worried about you," Dad said, with concern on his face.

"Dad, you don't need to worry about me. I had to work extra today because I'm taking a week off, and someone has to look after you. That 'idiot' isn't going to cut it," I said, stifling a laugh.

"Hey! I'm not old—I'm still young. Even now, if I put on jeans and a shirt and stand outside the house, all the girls will fall at my feet," Dad boasted.

Mom and I burst out laughing.

"Alright, I'll bring you a shirt and jeans, and we'll see a little demo of girls falling at your feet," Mom teased, still laughing.

"Well, it's late now. I'll show you tomorrow. Ana, finish your food and get some rest. Good night, love," Dad said as he leaned down to kiss my forehead.

Mom followed suit.

"Good night, Mom and Dad. See you tomorrow," I replied.

Later, I headed to my room after finishing my meal.

As soon as I got to my room, I checked my phone.

I hadn't looked at it all day.

I saw two missed calls from Kiara and one text message from an unknown number.

I decided to call Kiara tomorrow since it was already late and opened the text message.

"Miss me today?"

I immediately knew it was Agastya and saved his number.

"Would it hurt your ego if I said no?" I replied, biting my lip.

I saw him typing, so I set my phone aside and quickly changed into a crop top and shorts.

"Finally, I got a reply. Where were you all day?"
"And now you're not even texting back."
"Are you mad at me?"
"Did I do something?"

I decided to play along.

"Yes, you did. 🙄" I replied.

My phone rang immediately—it was him.

"Well, aren't you making this goodnight call thing a habit?" I teased as I answered.

"What did I do?" He sounded genuinely curious.