After crying for almost an hour they were finally at peace. Crying has been quite exhausting. Both Ishqi and Ahaan were tired and hungry.

Ahaan- Mujhe kitchen dikhao, main khana bana leta hu.

Ishqi- Yes sir!

Ishqi said and Ahaan giggled. Even though Ishqi was staying at a hotel, her hotel room wasn't any less than an apartment. Her manager had made sure to give her the princess treatment. Despite of having kitchen Ishqi never bothered to cook. One of the reason being her amazing, master chef level cooking skill. Another being the delicious food the hotel served.

In the kitchen, Ahaan skillfully diced vegetables, the rhythmic sounds of chopping filling the air. Ishqi, a bit unsure, stood by the counter, watching him with a mixture of curiosity and admiration.

Ishqi- mujhe cooking ka to C bhi nahi aata... Agar mai kuch banane gayi na to kitchen jala dungi.

Ahaan smiled, glancing at her with reassuring eyes.

Ahaan- No worries, Ishqi. Cooking is an art, and I happen to be a culinary artist.

Ishqi chuckled, leaning against the counter.

Ishqi- So, what's on the menu tonight, Chef Ahaan?

Ahaan- How about my special pasta dish? It's simple yet delicious.

As Ahaan continued to cook, their conversation flowed effortlessly. A subtle romantic tension lingered in the air.

Ishqi- You make it look so easy. I wish I had your skills.

Ahaan turned to face her, their eyes locking.

Ahaan- Cooking is all about passion. Just like anything else in life.

He gently brushed a strand of hair away from Ishqi's face, and a warm silence enveloped them.

Ahaan then extended his hand, inviting her to join in.

Ahaan- Why don't you give it a try? I'll guide you through it.

Ishqi hesitated but took his hand, feeling a spark between them as they cooked together. In that shared moment, amidst the aroma of simmering sauce and the sizzling sound of ingredients, a subtle yet undeniable connection blossomed between Ahaan and Ishqi.

Ishqi was stirring the sizzling sauce which didn't really need stirring but yet Ahaan gave her that job just to make sure she felt included. Ahaan, on the other hand, was kneading the dough.

Ishqi's gaze fell on him and her heartbeat immediately sped up. She felt her cheeks turning hot.

"How can someone just effortlessly cook and make me desperate for him, both at the same time. Maybe it's the apron, or maybe the messy hair, or maybe his biceps which are clearly visible through the sleevless t-shirt. I don't care what it is I just want to kiss him, so badly."

Ahaan felt a bit uneasy, as if someone's staring him. He looked up only to find Ishqi checking him out.

Ahaan- Hot boyfriend you got huh?!

Ahaan's sarcasm made him even more sexy. It was the final push that made Ishqi turn off the gas and March towards him.

Ishqi- Your girlfriend ain't that bad as well.

Ishqi sat on the counter, just a few inches away from him.

Ahaan- Well how would I know that? I haven't seen her in decades.

Ishqi- Well then, let's introduce you to her.

Ishqi got off the counter, took Ahaan's hands in hers and placed them on her waist. Ishqi wrapped her arms around his nape and made an eye contact with him.

Ishqi made sure to close the distance, slowly and steadily. Just to tease him a bit. But Ahaan was in no mood of getting teased, he roughly placed his lips on hers while his hands wandered.

They both savoured each other, absorbed each other. Both made sure to tease each other, Ishqi by brutally pulling his hair and Ahaan pinching her waistline now and then. They stood there, not parting away. Their bodies entangled as if one.

The saga of teasing and savoring lasted till ten minutes and ended by Ishqi shyly parting away.

Ishqi knew the moment had so much potential than just a kiss but she was not ready. She was was too tired and way too shy to continue. Ahaan accepted this and was happy with their small moment of intimacy.

Ishqi- Bhuk lag Rahi hai, jaldi khana banao!

Ishqi ordered, taking a few steps back and turning her gaze away.

Ahaan- Woh toh dikh hi Raha hai ke tum kitni bhuki ho.

He teased her even more and made she blush even more.

Ishqi- Shut up! Tum khana banao main movie lagake aayi.

It had been twenty minutes since their intimate moment but Ishqi's cheeks were still red and her heartbeat was still up.

"The dinner's ready my Love." Ahaan announced and brought two plates, filled with pasta out of kitchen. "What are we watching?" He asked.

"The classic, Jab we met!" Ishqi proudly said.

Ahaan- Just awesome. You don't know how much I've missed this.

Ahaan landed a kiss on Ishqi's head and placed the two plates in front of her. He, then made himself cozy next to Ishqi and they both started munching on the delicious pasta.

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After being contented with the lunch they both were cuddling while watching the movie being half asleep.
Exactly at 1:21:11 mark the song 'Tum se hi.' started playing and while Ishqi had already started closing her eyes Ahaan was still awake.

"Ishqi..." He slowly whispered in her ears.

"Hmm..." Was all she could say as she tried to fight her sleep.

Ahaan- Let's dance.

Saying this he pulled Ishqi up and wrapped his arms around her. Soon they were swaying on the rhythm, forgetting the world around themselves.
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To be continued...
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Precap:- Tripe date?

Word count- 940

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