Chapter 17: #13: forever together

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The next day, Aarohi woke up to the sound of her alarm. When she switched it off, she noticed numerous notifications on her phone.

Upon opening them, she realized they were from various accounts on her Instagram. Many girls had sent her messages, asking, "Who are you?" and "Why did Rudy tag you in that post?" Additionally, there were numerous comments on the post, questioning, "Who is this girl?" and "What are you saying? Please reply, Rudy."

" However, she realized that Rudy hadn't messaged her anything.

After thay She got ready and left for classes. As soon as she stepped out of her building, she saw Rudy standing in front of it, and upon seeing Aarohi, a big smile appeared on rudy's face.

She went to him and asked, what are you doing here?

And he replied, I just came to... I just thought that if we could go to the classes together.

And she said, okay. Then they left.

On the way, Aarohi asked, You didn't check your phone? Rudy said, No. Why?

she said, There are so many notifications on my phone in the morning, and when I checked it, they are all from your fangirls.

And Rudy was like, Huh? What?

So when Rudy checked his phone, he saw that there are so many comments on his phone and messages too, asking about Aarohi .

Rudy said, Should I delete my account?

And she said, No. Why? It's nothing.

And Rudy confirmed, If anybody says something to her, then he is not going to take it lighter.

But she said, No. There is nothing serious like this.

So why don't you delete that post? But Rudy said, No. I am not going to delete that. Eventually, Rudy added, I was just thinking to post that picture of us. We take on with the sunset.

And Aarohi said, No. You can't.

Do you want me to die?

Rudy asked, What? Why are you saying this?

Aruhi said, If you post this picture, your fangirls will kill me. Seriously, don't post it.

"If anyone dares to say a single word to you, I won't hesitate to take action against them. I won't take it lightly because you are important to me."

As they were conversing, Rudy's phone rang. It was a call from Myra. When Rudy answered, Myra asked, "Where are you?" Rudy replied, "I'm on my way to class." Myra urged, "Come fast. Teju and I have already reached," before abruptly ending the call. Rudy then turned to Aarohi and said, "Let's go, otherwise, we'll be late for class."

Upon entering the class, Myra was visibly surprised to see Rudra accompanying Aarohi.

Rudra proposed, "Aarohi, don't you think we should sit together?"

She said, "Are you comfortable with  sitting at the first seat?" Rudy intervened, "No," prompting Aarohi to respond, "That's fine then. You should go and sit with your friends." Reluctantly, Rudra moved to sit with Myra and Teju, while Aarohi settled into his seat.

Teju asked Rudra, "Why did you come with her? What's going on?" Rudra replied with a smile, "we are together now.

Upon this teju congratulates, Rudy but myra was so shocked, angry and equally disappointed, but she can't say anything like now As  she don't want to fight with rudy again

Throughout the entire class, Rudra couldn't help but steal glances at Aarohi and eagerly awaited the moment when she would catch him looking back at her. However, to her frustration, Aarohi never turned around, making it impossible for Rudra to see her face.

After the second class, Shivam approached Aarohi, and they began talking, further adding to Rudra's frustration.

After the classes, the entire class emptied out, and Rudra informed Myra and Teju that he would meet them in the canteen, so they left. Rudra remained seated at the back with a pouting expression.

After seeing Rudra sitting ,Aarohi asked Priya to leave, she noticed Rudra's pouting face and couldn't help but find it adorable. She thought to herself, " Why is he pouting? But whatever, he looks so damn cute."

Approaching Rudra, Aarohi asked, "Hey, aren't you hungry? Let's go." Rudra didn't reply, prompting Aarohi to sit beside him and inquire, "What's wrong? You were fine this morning."

"You didn't even look at me during the whole class. You know how desperate I was to see your face. You sit at the front seat; I can't even see your face clearly from here. And then, that boy Shivam came to you. Why does he always come to you? And why do you even talk to him?"

Aarohi smiled at Rudra and exclaimed, "Oh my god! You're really crazy. You're pouting because I didn't look back at you during the whole class. You're so cute, Rudra."

When she said this, Aarohi pinched Rudra's cheek, and Rudra found himself enjoying the playful gesture. His pouting face quickly transformed into a smiling one, reflecting his newfound delight.

And then Aarohi said, "Let's go, I'm hungry." Rudra responded, "Okay, but on one condition." Aarohi asked, "What?" Rudra replied, "We'll eat together. I mean, Me, you, Myra, Teju, Priya, all of us." Aarohi hesitated, saying, "I'm okay with it, but I think Myra will not like it." Rudra explained, "That's why I want you. I want both of you to be friends."

You and Myra both are important to me. And I don't want her to hate you," Rudra expressed.

Aarohi understands Rudra's condition, and she acknowledges Myra's importance to him. She agrees to try to be friends with Myra. As they leave, Rudra holds her hand, and Aarohi simply smiles in response.

When they reached the canteen, they headed straight to Myra and Teju. Myra looked sad, her gaze fixed on their intertwined hands, while Aarohi was trying to untangled her handfrom rudy but he didn't want to.

Rudra encouraged Aarohi to sit, and they all settled together. Rudra spoke up, "I don't want any misunderstanding between you two, so just try to be friendly, at least for me." Aarohi smiled at Rudra, and Myra responded with a noncommittal "Hmm."

While they were eating, Rudra tried to make things comfortable between Aarohi and his friends. When Aarohi received a call and announced she had to leave, Rudra inquired, "Hey, what happened?" She replied, "Nothing, just a call from my parents:

After finishing his meal, Rudra prepared to leave, but Myra asked him to stay a little longer. Rudra explained, "Right now, I can't. But I promise I'll hang out with you. Just give me some time. I need to spend time with Aarohi." Understanding, Myra and Teju said" koi na samjhte hai hum ye naya naya pyaar "

Rudra searched for Aarohi but couldn't find her anywhere. Eventually, he called her, and she answered, revealing she was in the backyard. Rudra asked for directions, and Aarohi guided him to the location.

When Rudra arrived at the backyard, he discovered an abandoned area filled with old benches and furniture, hidden away from the campus. Impressed, Rudra remarked, "Why didn't I find this place before? It's really cool." Aarohi explained that she had discovered it earlier and used it as a retreat when she wanted to be alone.

Then Rudy said from now it's our place and no one is allowed except us and  aarohi said OK.

And then, Rudra sat beside Aarohi and once again, he held her hand tightly.

Aarohi questioned, "Why do you keep holding my hand? Even in the canteen, I tried to loosen it when everyone was looking at us, but you didn't.

" Rudra replied, "Why would I? I just want to show everyone that she is my girl, and I'm proud of it."

"You're so straightforward."

Rudra simply replied, "That's just who I am."

But I'm not like u , I can't express my emotional feelings as straightforwardly as you do. But I appreciate that you can say anything you want."

Rudra reassured her, saying, "Don't worry. I'll be the person you can confide in without hesitation.

"Let's go and study. Remember we have a test this Sunday?" Aarohi reminded him of the upcoming test, but Rudra's expression soured. He remarked, "I was feeling so great before, and you just ruined it all by mentioning the test." Aarohi pressed him, asking, "Are you coming, or should I leave?" Reluctantly, Rudra replied, "Coming." They headed to the library to study.

In Evening when they were on their way to their room , Rudra remembered something and asked Aarohi, "Just wait for me in the backyard; at our  place. I'll be there in 10 minutes." Confused, Aarohi questioned, "What?" Rudra clarified, "Don't go anywhere, just head straight to the backyard, and I'll join you." Following his instructions, Aarohi went to the backyard and waited for him.

Rudra arrived about 10 minutes later and found Aarohi still sitting there, patiently waiting for him.

He approached her directly and said, "Don't you want to know what I bought on our first date from that shop?" Aarohi replied, "Yes, you didn't tell me. What did you buy on that day?"

Rudra then opened a box.

Aarohi peered inside and found a pendant. There were two pendants that joined together to form a heart. On the front side of the heart, the word "forever together" was engraved, while on the back of each half, there were the letters "A" and "R" respectively.

Rudra handed one half of the heart, with the letter "R," to Aarohi and asked, "Can I help you in putting it on?" Aarohi agreed.

Rudra stood up. He came behind her, gently pulled her hair to one side, and then carefully placed the pendant around her neck.

As his fingers delicately brushed against her neck, a shiver of anticipation danced down her spine, sending a wave of warmth coursing through her veins. In that fleeting moment, she felt an electric connection, a silent promise exchanged through the gentle touch.

For him, each movement was imbued with a sense of reverence, as if every caress was a love letter written in the language of touch.

A rush of emotions flooded his senses, overwhelming yet exhilarating, as if the universe itself conspired to unite their souls in that tender embrace. With each pulse of energy, he felt the current of their love surging through his body, binding them together in an unbreakable bond.

Then aarohi turned towards him and asked ... how is it....

The most adorable thing i ever saw is u wearing this pendent.

Then Rudra wore the other half of the pendant, which had the letter "A" and "TOGETHER" engraved on the front.

As they stood infront of each other, Rudra held both pendants and joined them, forming the words "FOREVER TOGETHER. and  A ❤️ R" engraved  at back.

Smiling, Aarohi remarked, "So you're confident I'll say yes to your proposal?"

Rudra replied, "I was confident in my love for you."

They stood facing each other, and Rudra stepped forward to draw closer to her. He placed his hand on her waist, pulling her towards him, and in response, Aarohi's hands instinctively rested on his chest above his heart. She could feel his heart beating strongly, synchronized with her own rapid breaths.

Rudra gently took her face in his other hand, leaning in as if to kiss her. Aarohi hesitated, her eyes closed, torn between her feelings and her uncertainty.

Sensing her hesitation, Rudra kissed her tenderly on her forehead instead, then he hugged her , confessing, "I love you so much.

Aarohi reciprocated the hug, wanting to express her love but unable to find the courage in that moment.

Rudra reassured her, "You still don't want to say it?

Pls say it i really want to hear it from u .. don't make me so desperate..rudra wispered in her ear in a slow voice.

The way he ask her to say ... the seriousness and politeness in his voice made aarohi to say .....

I .... I... I Love....I love you too rudra

Say it again , rudra requested.

"I love u so much rudra"

In that moment, Rudra's joy soared, as this was the first time she told her feelings and also take his name

he kissed her cheeks affectionately, holding her even tighter.

Its an unforgettable moment for me . Rudra said .

For me too .. Aarohi replied.

They stay still for some moments. And then aarohi sad  we should go now but rudra said  one more minute .

Aarohi said you are saying this from last 10 minutes.

Rudra smiled and then said b'coz  i cant get enough of u i just want to keep hugging u .

But aarohi step back  And said let's go and he said ok if u say . But lets take a picture of this moment .

He clicked a selfie of them and  pointed we look good together.

Then they left . On their way rudy again held her hand... but now aarohi is used to it

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