Tarini Verma- 25- year old architect working for one of the best architecture firms in Mumbai. She moved to Mumbai for college and has been living in the city since then. She is passionate about her work and painting. Her vibrant passion for design and art mirrors her infectious energy. 

Ruhaan Singh Rajput- 26-year old CEO of Rajput industries. A very reserved person, focused on his work and his family. Despite his reserved demeanor, there's an undeniable warmth that emanates from Ruhaan, drawing people in with a subtle magnetic pull.

Fateful Encounters

"Have a seat; I'll get you something to drink," Tarini said, gracefully gliding towards the kitchen. 


I took a seat on the couch and looked around her house. The apartment exuded a warm embrace, adorned with soft hues and gentle lighting that bathed the space in a comforting glow. Plush, inviting furnishings, strategically placed throw blankets, and scattered cushions created pockets of coziness. 


It was a haven of comfort, a place where every corner invited you to unwind and find solace. 


"Well, I shouldn’t expect anything less from an architect," I mused silently. 


"Here," she offered a glass of water, and I accepted it with a grateful nod. 


"You have a really beautiful home," I remarked, admiring her. 


"Thank you." It was the first time I witnessed her blush, and every bit of it was endearing. 


She came and sat beside me with a little distance, and I angled my body towards her. 


Chapter 21