Evening, the Same Day.

The soft glow of the evening sun spills through Harman's window as she hums her favorite song, packing her suitcase with an almost musical rhythm. Her movements are quick but graceful, her mind a little scattered, filled with excitement. It’s the first time she’s actually looking forward to a seminar—and a trip to Ahmedabad.

Atya, her ever-observant caretaker, watches her with a knowing smile. There’s something different about Harman today. Her usual calm demeanor is replaced by a burst of energy, and Atya can’t help but ask, “kya baat hai beta , badi khush lag rhi ho , sirf seminar ya phir kuch or hmm ? Her voice is gentle, yet curious, as she arranges Harman's clothes in the suitcase.

Harman pauses for a moment, glancing up with a grin. Before she can answer, the door flies open with a loud bang, and Abhi strolls in, as always, full of mischief.

“Aha, I know it!” Abhi says with a teasing smirk.

"khushi boring seminar ki thodi, shubman gill ko dekhne ki hai ,hai na aahm hmm"

Harman rolls her eyes, but before she can retort, Atya joins in with a playful glint in her eyes. “Oh, don’t hide it, Harman. We all know you’ve been praying for Shubman’s success. You watch every match like it’s you who is playing.”

Harman’s cheeks flush a little, and she quickly grabs a pillow from the bed. With a mock-anger, she throws it at both of them. “Stop teasing me, both of you! I’m just excited for the seminar. That’s it! Nothing more!”

But as the words leave her lips, her smile betrays her. Abhi and Atya exchange a knowing look, both of them quietly enjoying her embarrassment. Harman, on the other hand, tries to hide her excitement by pretending to be irritated, but her eyes sparkle with anticipation.

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Next Morning:

The sun is barely up, and the city of Delhi is just waking up, but Harman’s already wide awake. She’s practically bouncing with excitement, a mix of nervous energy and eager anticipation. The seminar in Ahmedabad is just the beginning, but she feels like something else is pulling her toward this trip.

Abhi, as usual, is by her side, cracking jokes and teasing her relentlessly. “So, Harman, ready to meet your future husband? You know, just make sure you don’t scare Shubman with all that love at first sight energy, okay?” He says with a smirk, nudging her playfully.

“Abhi, you’re so annoying. I told you, it’s just a crush. Just a harmless one,” Harman responds, though the tone of her voice is a little too defensive to convince anyone.

Abhi chuckles under his breath, clearly enjoying her reaction. “Sure, sure. Keep telling yourself that. But if you don’t tell him, I might just have to do it for you,” he teases, grinning wickedly.

Harman’s face turns a shade of pink as she tries to hide it by adjusting her bag. “Shut up, Abhi. I’m not confessing anything. It’s just a stupid little crush.”

“sure,whatever helps you sleep at night,” Abhi smirks, clearly not believing a word she says but enjoying every second of it.

Soon, they arrive at the airport, where a group of other students is gathered. Harman and Abhi exchange a quick glance, their usual banter briefly stopping as they focus on the task at hand. Harman’s heart races just a little bit faster. The excitement of the trip, mixed with the anticipation of what’s to come, fills her mind. Little does she know, the course of her life is about to change, and it all begins with this flight to Ahmedabad.

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The Flight to Ahmedabad:

After boarding the flight and getting settled, Harman looks out the window, her thoughts drifting as Abhi continues his relentless teasing from the seat beside her.

“You know, Harman, it wouldn’t hurt to just tell him, right? I’m sure Shubman would love to know how much you admire him,” Abhi says with a wink.

Harman glares at him, shaking her head. “Abhi, I’m not going to make a fool of myself. I’ll just enjoy the match and the seminar, that’s all. Nothing more.”

But her voice betrays her, and Abhi can see right through it. “haan haan I know "just a crush",” he mutters, knowing full well that her excitement speaks volumes.

The flight takes off, and as the hours pass, Harman tries her best to stay calm, but inside, her heart is racing. She’s thinking about the seminar, the match, and—most of all—Shubman Gill. The thought of possibly meeting him feels like a dream, something too surreal to be real.

As the flight continues, Harman tries to focus on the more practical aspects of the trip: the seminar, her presentations, the new people she’ll meet. But deep down, she knows that this trip is going to be more than just a seminar. It’s going to change everything.

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Arrival in Ahmedabad:

The plane lands in Ahmedabad after a few hours, and Harman feels the excitement buzzing in the air. The city welcomes them with a warm breeze and a sense of promise. She can feel it in her bones—this trip is going to be something special.

As she steps off the plane, she takes a deep breath, unaware of what’s waiting for her. The seminar, the cricket match, and maybe—just maybe—an unexpected encounter that could change her life forever.

She’s ready for what comes next, but what she doesn’t know is that destiny has already set the stage for a new chapter in her life.

And for Shubman, well, life is about to take an unexpected turn too.

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