||Rebounding happiness||

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Lasya was happily humming a song while looking outside. As the buildings pass by, she knows her life will be better from now onwards. She turned to look at Shravas, who was driving the car, with a smile. She felt happy somehow; after all these years of struggles and unhappiness, she deserved to be in full happiness, and it was only possible when they started loving each other.

"Thank you, Shravas for coming into my life. I owe you my life for loving me and for giving me my happiness, back", Lasya said softly while touching his palms.

"No need to thank me, my little hearts. If there is someone who must be grateful, then it is me here because if you didn't reciprocate my love, then I would have been devastated and I wouldn't be able to live happily", Shravas murmured, taking her palms in his hands and kept over his thigh.

Lasya felt touched, hearing his words, and the position of her hand over his mid-thigh made her stomach churn with anticipation about their future. She licked her dry lips and gulped down the erupting inferno that was ready to encapsulate her into his world of never-ending love.

But, she has seen people falling out of love after some years of their relationship, and she wanted to question it. But, in the meantime, Shravas beat her with an answer for her unasked question, "And now don't overthink. In this life, we will be together in love, like now and always, and we will be happy until we die. I am not going to stop loving you now, or ever. If that's what you want to know"

Lasya sighed in assurance while caressing his palms, "I know, but it's the life we are uncertain of..."

"Don't think about it. Just go with the flow. I am sure our Lord is with us in every stepping stone. So, be positive,  cherish the present, and stop wondering about the future." Shravas cut her in the middle and soothed her soul with soulful words.

Lasya nodded and tried to take her hand. But Shravas was tightening the hold.

"Leave my hand, Shravas", Lasya tried to pull.

"Nope, let it be there for some time. It feels good and I feel content"

"Please, for God's sake, we are on the highway. It is not good to have a distraction." Lasya tried to make him understand but failed miserably.

"You are not a distraction, Lasya, but my determination to do the best in life," Shravas said, looking intently at her as they stopped at the red signal.

Lasya's neck turned crimson from all the warmth, and she could feel her face burning with, what? Love maybe!

"Aww, you are so beautiful," Shravas pinched her cheek, and she removed her hand from his hold without him realizing it.

He gave her a not-so-fair look! And in turn, Lasya chuckled seeing his antics.

*-*-*-*-*-*

Shravas honked the car, and the security staff opened the gate for them.

Upon reaching, Lasya took a deep breath and calmed her nerves. It's now or never.

She has come to get her Ritchie back, but then she knows she has to face his family and they might have questions for her. She is ready to answer them.

'God, please let Shravas's parents accept me', Lasya prayed mentally.

She sighed, got out of the car, and stood awkwardly not knowing what to expect.

But to her happiness, Shravas came to her side quickly took her hands in his, and started walking towards the main door.

"Don't worry; everything is going to be alright," Shravas whispered, tightening her hold and ringing the bell.

"Yup. All cool"

*-*-*-*-*-*

The main door opened, and his father stood with a bright smile.

"Lasya, you came," said Shravas father, Mr. Anand.

He took her in his embrace and caressed her head lovingly.

"I am so happy", withdrawing from her, he said looking at her face.

"And congratulations to both of you for the trophy and your new step in life", his mom beamed from the side and took Lasya in her tight embrace, making Lasya feel all emotional.

Lasya's eyes filled with unshed tears seeing all their love. She couldn't ask for more.

Shravas also couldn't ask for more, he is indeed lucky to have them as his parents who understand his joy more than anyone else.

"Thank you, uncle, and thank you, Aunty," Lasya said softly while holding his mother's hand.

"Nah, not happening. Please call us Dad and Mom from now onwards. Else we won't talk to you", his mom crossed her arms and turned to the opposite side, faking anger.

Lasya had giggles looking at her, all being childish, and she knew she liked his mother, "Ok, mom. You don't have to be angry. You just have to order me and it will be my command to follow for the rest of my life"

"Sure, Lasya," his mother looked at her lovingly, "We are lucky to have you, Lasya. We truly are!" And she hugged her once again.

Lasya was overwhelmed by the love she was receiving all at once who had been waiting for this moment to happen ever since she came to know she was all alone. 

Lasya didn't dare to shed her tears in front of such lovely people. She just looked down and gulped the lump formed in her throat not knowing how to thank them for accepting her.

"What happened, Lasya?", his father asked.

Lasya looked above, "I am feeling happy. I never knew I would receive this kind of happiness. The happiness of togetherness. I have been an orphan until yesterday, and now I am not. It makes me jump high and scream to the world that I am not alone anymore. I am grateful to the Lord and you guys..." Lasya said, looking at them, "Thank you once again... Dad and Mom for accepting me"

His father shook his head and came forward by pulling Shravas and he made him and Lasya stand together.

He had a big smile on his face as if he had accomplished something great this time.

"Life is always like that Lasya. God takes away the good ones and gives us what's best for us in return. And now, don't worry about anything. Be happy always, and if you want anything, just tell Shravas or ring me, or else come here and demand. I will be happy to fulfill it. Ok?", his father asked lovingly at her.

Lasya nodded her head.

"So we are lucky to have a girl like you as our Shravas's lover and in the future as a wife. We are lucky and happy to have you as our family. You complete us, Lasya, as a family", his mother completed by holding her hands and giving her a word of assurance for life.

"Ok, my bad. Just take your seat and make yourself comfortable. I will get something to eat first", saying this, his mother went away to the kitchen, calling the maid along the way.

*-*-*-*-*-*

Lasya sat on the couch and took a deep breath.

She couldn't believe that it was this easy, 'thank you, God, for everything,' she thanked mentally making herself comfortable.

By then, Sheetal came forward.

"Aww, you came," Sheethal cooed, clapping her hands.

"Lasya got up from the couch and crouched down to her level, "Yes, Baby boo. I came. Can I hug you?", Lasya asked her.

"Yes please"

Lasya took her in a tight embrace and felt happy seeing her baby boo.

Sheethal giggled and closed her eyes feeling the warmth.

Later they both had snacks together.

Lasya looked around, to get a glimpse of him, but to her dismay, she couldn't find him.

"Whom are you searching for?", his mother asked making her jump on the seat, "And I hope, I didn't startle you"

"No Aunty.. I mean no mom. I was looking for Shravas", Lasya said adjusting on her seat.

"He is in his father's study, discussing business", his mother replied, smiling.

Lasya nodded her head in understanding.

"You have very beautiful eyes Lasya", his mother looked at her lovingly and caressed her shoulders.

"Aww, thank you, Mom, but no one has complimented me until now. You are the first", Lasya said softly.

"Well, I don't think so. Maybe Shravas might have complimented you for all I know", his mother said with a chuckle, making Lasya turn red. She blushed deeply and adjusted her hair behind the ear.

"Di, you are in no hurry, right?", Sheethal asked keeping her hands on her hips.

Lasya looked at her and his mother, and both of them were eagerly waiting for her answer. She licked her lips to moisten, which was parched.

"Well, I don't know, why..",

Sheethal cut her in the middle, immediately saying, "Please di, you shall go in the evening and till then please stay here"

"Yeah, she is right. We will be happy to have you here Lasya", his mother happily chirped.

"Well, okay. I shall stay until the evening", Lasya said softly.

"Yuppie, we shall have lots of fun." Sheethal jumped up and down in happiness until they received a call from her friend.

Sheethal found out that she had a project work to do from her friend. And started sulking over as all her plans got flopped.

"Hey, baby boo. No worries. I will help you, and we shall complete it together, and that way, we get to spend a lot of time together" Lasya got up and took Sheethal in a bear hug.

His mother was finally happy, she knew Shravas was in safer hands and rest assured for her whole life.

"Okay, so Sheethal, you take her to your room and start completing your project. I shall call you once the lunch is ready." his mother turned and looked at Lasya in understanding, took leave, and went to the kitchen to assist the maids with the lunch.

"Okay, mommy",

Sheethal pulled Lasya to her room, which was upstairs next to his room.

Lasya was here before for their project once. At that time, she was in the liking stage and when she thought about it, she had a never-ending smile. That day, he gave her a chaste kiss on her cheeks, taking her by surprise, and now, thinking about it, she knows why he did that.

He has been in love since then and still loves her without any expectations. She has nothing to give; she just offers her unconditional love to him. That would make him feel blissful.

"Wow, your room is so cute, baby boo," Lasya said as she looked around. The room was clean and tidy. All the things were kept in place. Lasya couldn't believe it, a kid's room could be this less messy.

"Di, I like to keep things in their place, like in an organized way. Somehow, it irks me if things are scattered", Sheethal said making her hands fly in the air in a way as if she was showing the items lying here and there.

"Yeah, I agree. I too hate messiness", Lasya said, smiling, and took a seat on the edge of her bed.

"So, what is this project of yours? Tell me, so I shall take my phone and search for ideas", Lasya said and took her phone.

"Well, you see I have science as a subject, so in that, I had to model our digestive system," Sheethal said as she sat beside her.

Lasya listened to her and gave her a nod in understanding. Soon she searched the internet and came up with an idea.

"Ok, it is easy. Do you have a printer and clay or play dough?" Lasya asked looking around.

"Printer, yes I have", Sheethal said while getting up and showing the printer lying on the side table near the window, "And, clay? Wait, let me check my art kit".

"Sure"

Lasya knows that if she gets the clay, then it will be easy. She would take the outline of the digestive system in printout format and then stick the clay around the outline finishing the project.

"Did you find any clay? I mean we would require two colors of clay or dough", Lasya said as she neared Sheethal.

Turning around to look at her di, she said sighing, "Well, I didn't find any as of now. But, I guess I need to check the storeroom; maybe I can get it there as I remember the last time I used it my mother asked me to keep it there so as not to make a fuss in the bedroom".

"Okay, do you want me to come along?", Lasya asked.

"Nope, Di. I will get help from maids. Just give me 5-10 minutes, and I will be right back with two colors of dough or clay", Sheethal hurriedly left her, and now she is all alone in the room.

*-*-*-*-*

Meanwhile, she checked her phone and saw two missed calls from her friend, Nihi. Looking at it, she had a smile.

She quickly dialed her number and waited for her to pick up the call.

"Hello"

Lasya chuckled listening to her groggy voice, and thought she was still sleeping.

"Nihi, good morning", Lasya chirped.

"Good morning dear. What's up?", Nihi asked lazily from her bed.

"Nothing, just called you as I got two missed calls from you", Lasya asked doubtfully. If she was sleeping, then how is it possible to get a missed call?

"Well, I didn't call you. You know na I wake up late on weekends", Nihi answered yawningly.

Lasya left a chuckle, "well okay. I believe you might have pressed my number unknowingly. Did you keep the phone on your bed near you? Lasya asked even though she knows the answer as her friend has got a weird habit of keeping her phone near her, on the bed.

"Oh well, yeah. Maybe that's how it got dialed to your number since you were on the last dialed list", Nihi said sheepishly.

"Okay, no worries. I thought so. But then, something struck within me,  so I  thought to give you a ring. Anyway, you continue your sleep. I will call you later in the evening", Lasya said as she played with the hem of her dress.

"Okie dokie. Miss you. La", Nihi hung up the phone and continued to sleep.

'This girl,' Lasya thought, mentally, smiling and thanking God for such a lovely friend.

*-*-*-*-*-*

While she was fidgeting with her phone, someone cleared his throat and she knew it was him.

So, a smile covered her face, and she stood up, glad, looking at the person in front of her.

"I searched for you everywhere. But then, mom told me you are here", Shravas said while rubbing his nape.

'Aww, he looks cute', Lasya thought.

"Well, Sheethal wanted me to help her with a project. So here I am", Lasya replied looking at him.

"Ok. I hope you are not in any hurry. So I also hope you can stay until the evening", Shravas requested with hopeful eyes, "Also Mom is preparing so many dishes for you and it will make her happy if you stay"

"Sure Shravas. I will stay until the evening. And, oh my, I won't be able to eat that much. Please let her know I am okay with a simple lunch", Lasya said nervously.

Shravas found her cute, and he slowly moved towards her. He stood in front at an arm's distance as he knew if he came into less than that he wouldn't be able to control himself from smooching her over and over.

"And, I am very much happy to know you are staying for lunch. Thank you, my little hearts", Shravas leaned forward and gave her a forehead kiss.

Lasya felt her heart melting and her knees going weak.

'you sure have to increase your stamina', her conscience chided.

'shut up', her mind yelled back.

Lasya didn't know what came to her, she just leaned and kissed him on his cheeks. She let her lips linger there for long and withdrew slowly making his heart race in wonder.

"What are you doing to me, my little hearts?" Shravas asked, touching the side of his cheeks where she had just left a kiss.

Lasya giggled and took a seat on the bed waiting for Sheethal.

"You go now, else I don't think I will be able to concentrate on helping Sheethal", Lasya said without looking at him.

Shravas heart was racing fast, as he heard her. He crouched down to her level and took her hands in his palms.

"Well, now I don't want you to lose concentration because of me. So, what you have to do is, kiss me. I shall leave then"

Lasya's eyes widened listening to his condition, and she licked her lips while thinking of ways to escape from this situation.

"No, don't think much. And don't try to escape. Give me one. I shall go", Shravas leaned forward, and now their faces were close enough, just an inch from touching.

Lasya's face fanned from his breath, and they were taking quick breaths to ease their anticipation.

Fisting her fists, Lasya gave in by closing her eyes and pecking his lips quickly.

"No, not like that", saying Shravas pulled her face, and his right hand went behind her neck, and slowly pulled her towards him, giving her an earth-shattering kiss.

As soon as their lips touched, fireworks erupted inside Lasya's stomach.

All the silent butterflies were now giggling and dancing to her heart's rhythm...

She felt warmth slowly and softly covering her body, making her hold on him, on his shoulders tighten.

One of her hands was resting on his chest, and she could feel his heart beating at a speed just like hers. the other hand went behind and started caressing his hair,s, making him groan.

Shravas traced her lips with his tongue and gave her a slight press to open her mouth.

But she didn't let him, so he just caressed her back, sending an electric tremor over her spine, making her gasp.

His tongue plunged deep into her mouth, tasting her deeply and Lasya moaned, pulling his hair for the tight grip.

After what felt like a while, they broke apart by closing their eyes and staying still just listening to their beats.

Shravas was the first one to open his eyes and looked at her intently without saying anything. He waited for her to open her eyes.

She was all red, like a tomato and it was like all her blood flow was on her face at the moment. She looked really beautiful.

"Open your eyes, my little hearts and look at me", Shravas said slowly.

Opening her eyes, Lasya was shocked to see his eyes as they held all kinds of emotions like a repeat cycle. There was determination, affirmation, affection, trust, joy, and love, and these are all for whom? her.

She couldn't thank him enough.

"I love you Shravas with all my being", Lasya said as her eyes filled with unshed tears.

"I love you too, my little hearts." Shravas shook his head negatively, indirectly saying not to shed tears anymore.

*-*-*-*-*-*

Their bubble burst, as Sheethal came running, "Di, see what I got?"

Lasya soon turned and wiped her face and took a deep breath. Shravas stood up and straightened himself.

"What are all these?", Lasya asked as she came near.

"I got so many colors. Which one do we use?", Sheethal asked as she placed a finger under her chin.

"Hm..Wait. Let me see", Lasya took the clays and imagined how it would look on the model, "Okay, so let us use light brown for small intestines, and dark brown for large intestines whereas this orange color goes to the stomach, and the red color goes to the food pipe"

"Wow, Di. It will be superb", Sheethal clapped her hands with joy. Shravas looked at both of them and warmth filled his heart because of their love.

"Okay, so let us take the printout first, and then we shall stick it together", Lasya headed towards the computer and took a printout of the digestive system.

"Anyway, I will be away for some time. I need to check on something. I will be back at lunch", Shravas said, and Lasya nodded in agreement.

"Bye bhaiya", Sheethal hugged his legs and smiled at him.

"Be a good girl to your Di. And please take care, both of you", Shravas said and turned to go, not before giving a flying kiss to Lasya for which Lasya blushed.

'She will be the death of me', Shravas thought and left them to continue the work.

*-*-*-*-*-*

After one hour, Sheethal completed her project and she was happy.

"See, it's done. All is well and perfect", Lasya said taking it in her hands and checking it.

"Yeah, Di. It is good. You did it, Thank you", Sheethal hugged her.

"No, we did it together, baby boo. So thank you for helping me out", Lasya said as she caressed her.

Soon, they heard Mom calling from downstairs for lunch.

"Let's go for lunch now", Sheethal said and pulled Lasya along.

*-*-*-*-*

Lunch was an extravaganza. Lasya has never felt homely outside her home. But, here, in Shravas's house, she felt all the warmth that she could ever receive in her life. She was loved, and pampered by her mom, dad, Shravas, and Sheethal to her extreme imagination.

As for the lunch, there were so many dishes, from the starters to desserts and to name a few, there were Gobi 65, Methi Roti with thick curd, and rice and sambhar with cabbage salad and carrot halwa with ice cream.

Lasya was overloaded as much as she wouldn't be able to have dinner either. That much full she was.

"Mom, the food was amazing, and thank you for such lovely hospitality. I enjoyed it so much, especially the carrot halwa", Lasya chirped as she got up to wash her hands.

"Thank you Lasya. It was our pleasure to make you comfortable and homely. And I am glad to know that you loved the food", his mother said as she instructed the maids to clean the dining table.

Lasya let out a burp while walking back to sit on the couch.

There his dad and he were already sitting and chatting.

Shravas looked at her as she came by, and patted the seat near asking her to sit.

Lasya shook her head and sat opposite him smiling all nervously.

"So, tell me, Lasya, what do you want to do?" his father asked her to make her squirm in her seat at his unexpected question.

"Nothing, I guess I should leave now. It's already late", Lasya said fidgeting her fingers.

"I understand Lasya. But you are going to do what? I mean you will be alone there and today is Sunday. So you can spend time with us. In the evening you shall go home. I hope you are comfortable with that", his father requested softly.

Lasya looked at Shravas, and he mouthed, 'Stay,' and that was all she needed.

"Okay, Dad. I will stay", Lasya said as she knew Shravas was happy, and that's why his happiness mattered to her the most.

"Well, Lasya. Shall we watch a movie?", Shravas asked as he got up from the couch.

"Ok, which one?", Lasya asks,  ed narrowing her eyes.

"Something romantic like yeh jawani hai deewani", Shravas shrugged like it was not a big deal.

Lasya had a smile on her face, listening to the movie's name because it was her favorite movie.

"Yes, I am interested", Lasya said and got up from the seat.

Sheethal also joined, and they moved towards the movie room.

The movie continued for two hours, and in the meantime, Lasya and Shravas had a beautiful time together giggling, giggling, and joking.

"So, I shall take your leave, Mom and Dad. It's late already", Lasya said, while giving a hug to his mother. His father caressed her head, "And baby boo I will see you again some other time. We shall meet often, ok?".

Sheethal nodded and hugged her. She was coming to her knees, still Lasya held her tightly.

Sheethal asked her to bow down, and she placed a chaste kiss on her cheeks.

"Thank you Di for helping me with my project and I like you so much. I will miss you"

"Aww, I will miss you too my baby boo. But dont worry, we shall meet often and ask your brother to bring you along whenever he comes to meet me. Okay?", Lasya said with a smile for which Sheethal nods her head.

His parents had a never-ending smile and were happy for their son.

"Wait for a minute, Lasya", said his mother and went away to the kitchen.

Lasya waited, and a box was kept in her hands. She looked at his mother.

"This is for you. A little bit of carrot halwa for you since you liked it a lot. You keep it in the fridge and eat as pleased at home, ok?"

Lasya's heart swelled with happiness, and tears started to roll down. This is the first time someone is giving their food.

"Hey, don't cry my dear, please. Else this lover boy of yours will scold me for being the reason for your tears", his mother took her in an embrace.

"No Mom. These are happy tears. You have made me feel at home. I like you already", Lasya said, giggling for which his mother chuckled.

"I too like you, my dear. You are just like my daughter. If you want to eat something or want something please let me know. And note down my phone number. So that we have a girly talk", his mother childishly wiggled her brows making others laugh in turn.

"Hey, don't laugh at my mom", Lasya said while wiping her eyes.

"Aye, aye, captain", said the father-son duo, making her chuckle with happiness.

"I love you guys so much that if God asks my life now, I shall give it to him just to keep you guys happy, hale, and healthy," Lasya said softly.

"No don't say that. Without you, we are not even that good, Lasya", his father chirped in between, taking her in a side hug.

Shravas looked at her lovingly and blinked his eyes in affirmation.

*-*-*-*-*-*

Later in the evening, after having the snacks and tea, Lasya went outside to get Ritchie.

Lasya was in awe seeing the beautiful garden that had a lengthy green carpet area and on the side, there were beautiful crotons and fruit bushes.

All were well maintained and she could see the staff were still shaping the grass.

"You have a beautiful garden, Ravi", Lasya said while looking around.

"Well, for me since you are here, the garden looks all more beautiful", Shravas said and stopped to look at her who was just looking around in awe.

"Aww, don't be so cheesy", Lasya giggled.

"I am stating the fact", Shravas said in a duh tone.

"Aye, aye", Lasya cooed, "okay now. Please get my Ritchie. I missed him", Lasya turned to look at him with her puppy eyes.

"Well, he is there, straight down the lawn", Shravas showed her with his hands.

Lasya beamed sighting him, and ran towards her Ritchie.

Upon seeing her, Ritchie barked aloud and started to wag his tail.

"Aww, my boy. I missed you", Lasya said as soon as he came into sight.

The nearby staff helped her by opening his cage and Ritchie was out in a second, making her jump on the place.

He licked all over her face and jumped upon her with happiness.

"Don't lick me, aww I too missed you, my boy", Lasya waited to hug him after he calmed a bit.

Lasya laughed like there was no tomorrow, as he was busy licking her. She stopped after a while, as she lacked oxygen and was getting stammered.

"I have come to take you with me, and I am so happy to finally cuddle you", Lasya said as she took him for a cuddle.

Ritchie wagged his tail and bowed his head down to her legs showing the thank you gesture.

Shravas felt happy seeing her happiness and their reunion.

"Ravi, shall we go now? It's already late, and now I have to go home and I need to rest as there is college tomorrow", Lasya said, getting up and she held the collar chain securely in her hands.

"Hello buddy", Shravas smiled at Ritchie for which he wagged his tail.

"Good boy, Ok now. Let's go", Shravas said and walked towards the garage trailing Lasya and Ritchie behind.

*-*-*-*-*-*-*

Today, Lasya is happy. Her heart was filled with enormous love and it all happened because of him. Finally, she has a family who she can call hers. 

'I will let my friends know as soon as possible. They will be happy for me', Lasya thought with a smile, while she caressed Ritchie's fur.

Ritchie was seated in her lap as Lasya didn't want him to sit in the back. Maybe, she missed him.

"So, shall we make it official?" Shravas asked, not looking at her.

"What?"

"Our relationship?", Shravas chuckled.

"Well, if you want we can make it official. But for the time being, I guess we will take it slow, especially on our college campus. I don't want unnecessary attention if you don't mind", Lasya said slowly looking at him, expecting he might agree with her.

"Ok, as you say. Tell your friends at least. And, we shall maintain the same existing relationship as it is in our college. That way, it will be easier for you and me", Shravas said after giving it a thought.

"Yeah, it will be. But please stay away from the girls", Lasya pointed a finger at him by narrowing her eyes.

She tried to intimidate him but failed miserably as she could hear his chuckle.

"What?", Lasya huffed and turned to look outside the window.

"Hey, my little hearts; Don't worry about that! I dislike other girls if it's not you", Shravas remarked giving her a thumbs up.

Lasya didn't say anything, so he continued.

"Trust me, Lasya, when I say this: I have romantic feelings only for you. And it will be the same until the day I die. No one can replace you in my life. That much I am, head over heels for you. I love you with my life", Shravas assured her, taking her right hand in his palms.

They palmed together and stayed like that for a while even though he was driving the car.

"Leave my hand. I don't want any distraction," Lasya wiggled.

"You are not my distraction, Lasya, but.." Shravas's conversation was cut off in the middle as Lasya continued, "I know that I am your determination. Well, for you, yes, but for me, you are one kind of distraction" Lasya said, turning red with embarrassment because she just confessed that she is affected by him.

"Wow"

"Don't laugh at me. You distract me in a way that no one has ever been able to. You evoke feelings in me whenever you touch me. Just a brush of your shoulders is enough for me to turn into a hot lava. I don't know how, but my heart somehow picks up the pace whenever you are near and when you touch, don't ask. It just skyrockets and tries to jump out of my system which kinda scares the shit out of me. So please..." Lasya said making him proud, and he gave her a sinister smirk that made her blush deeply.

"Oh my, I can't believe I have this effect on you," Shravas said, raising his brows.

"Shut up. Now drive and drop me home", Lasya patted his shoulders.

"Okay, as you say, Ma'am"

The rest of the drive was silent, with small talks regarding silly things and they laughed together.

"By the way, little hearts, it's already 7 now. Why don't we have our dinner at some restaurant, and then I drop you off?" Shravas suggested as they were near the traffic signal near her area.

"I am not hungry"

"Well, you are not. But I am. I would like to take you out for dinner. Please?", Shravas rubbed his nape while looking at her with his puppy eyes.

'oh how cute he looks', Lasya thought mentally and smiled at him.

"Okay, as you say. Is this kind of a date?", Lasya raised her brows and looked at him with a smirk.

"Kind of"

"Aww, you look so cute when your face turns red", Lasya giggled and continued, "But, is my dress okay for the dine-out?" Lasya asked, contemplating looking down at her dress.

"No need to worry. You are too cool and good to look at. We can just have something light and enjoy our time. How cool is that?", Shravas asked as he started the engine.

"Yeah, I guess so. Okay, let's have our official first date", Lasya said.

"We are going to have a good time"

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Thank you friends for reading

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Also, the story is almost nearing its end... there are merely three more chapters and an epilogue for Shravas and Lasya's happiness forever.

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