Shubman pov

"So she admitted that she loves you?" Abhay's voice broke through my reverie, bringing me back to reality. I tore my gaze away from Reethu to meet Abhay's curious eyes.

"Yeah," I replied, a smile tugging at the corners of my lips. "That's good, right?" Ishan chimed in, his face lit up with excitement.

I nodded, unable to contain my happiness. "It's more than good," I admitted, feeling a rush of warmth spreading through me at the thought of Reethu's confession.

"Did you take her on a date? Like a proper date?" Abhishek's question pulled my attention back to the conversation at hand. I shook my head, feeling a pang of guilt for not having planned something special for Reethu.

The boys looked at me with a mixture of disappointment and annoyance, prompting me to make a quick decision.

"Boys, smile!" Reethu's cheerful voice interrupted our discussion, and we turned to see her with her camera, ready to capture the moment.

We obliged, striking funny poses as she snapped pictures of us, her laughter filling the area and brightening up the atmosphere.

After the impromptu photo session, we decided to explore the city further, with our next destination being the grand canal of Venice.

Ishan POV

As we walked through the bustling streets of Venice, I couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia wash over me. It was surreal to see my childhood friend, Reethu, now in a loving relationship with Shubman.

"I love these two together," I remarked, taking a sip of my drink as I watched Shubman and Reethu sharing a private moment.

"What do you mean?" Abhishek's curiosity prompted me to share my thoughts, and I couldn't help but reminisce about the years I had spent with Reethu.

"Reethu and I have been friends since we were kids. We've shared so many memories together, and it's just surreal to see her with a boyfriend now," I explained, a hint of nostalgia in my voice.

"Time flies," Abhishek remarked, echoing my sentiments as we watched Shubman tracing patterns on her hand.

Shubman POV

After spending a day exploring the wonders of Rome, I knew I wanted to make the evening special for Reethu. As the sun began to set, casting a warm golden glow over the city, I suggested we go out for a romantic dinner.

"Hey, how about we go out for dinner tonight? Just you and me," I suggested, a hopeful smile playing on my lips.

Reethu's eyes lit up at the idea, and she nodded eagerly. "That sounds wonderful, Shubman. I'd love to," she replied, her voice filled with excitement.

With a plan in place, we both set about getting ready for our evening out. I took a quick shower and changed into a crisp black shirt and a pair of black trousers, wanting to look my best for the occasion.

As I waited for Reethu to finish getting ready, I couldn't help but feel a flutter of anticipation in my chest. This would be our first official date as a couple, and I wanted it to be perfect.

When Reethu emerged from the bathroom, my breath caught in my throat. She looked absolutely stunning, her hair cascading down in loose waves and her dress hugging her curves in all the right places.

"Wow, you look amazing," I breathed, unable to tear my eyes away from her. She blushed at the compliment, a shy smile playing on her lips. "Thank you," she murmured, her cheeks tinged with pink.

With one last glance in the mirror to make sure we looked presentable, we made our way out of the hotel and into the bustling streets of Rome.

As we walked hand in hand through the cobblestone streets, I couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over me. Being with Reethu felt so natural, so right, as if we were always meant to be together.

After a leisurely stroll, we arrived at a charming little trattoria [ Italian eating establishment ] tucked away down a quiet alley. The twinkling lights and cozy atmosphere made it the perfect setting for a romantic dinner.

We settled into a cozy corner table, our fingers intertwined as we perused the menu. As we waited for our food to arrive, we chatted animatedly about everything and nothing, the conversation flowing effortlessly between us.

When our meals arrived, we savoured each bite, savouring the flavours and enjoying each other's company. The food was delicious, but it was the time spent together that made the evening truly special.

And then, as our meal came to a close, I knew it was time to capture this perfect evening in a snapshot that we could treasure forever. Placing one of our phones on the table in front of us, I leaned in close, my lips finding hers in a tender kiss just as the shutter clicked, capturing the moment for eternity.

I felt her hands clutching onto my collar, her lips responding eagerly to mine as we lost ourselves in the sweetness of the moment. And as the flash of the camera faded away, leaving us bathed in the soft glow of candlelight, I knew that this was a memory we would cherish for a lifetime.

As we pulled away, breathless and flushed with excitement, I couldn't resist pressing a lingering kiss to her forehead, my heart overflowing with love for this incredible woman by my side. And as we sat there, basking in the afterglow of our perfect evening, I knew that there was nowhere else I'd rather be than right here, with her.

reethucharan: 
we never go out of style @shubmangill

iamsrk:  my girl grew up. Don't mind me crying in the corner

virat.kohli : I swear if he makes you cry, I'll start a riot

reethucharan : thanks I guess 😭😂 @virat.kohli

ishankishan: madam when is the wedding 😂

abhisheksharma : 😂😂@ishankishan

venkyy: you went to Italy and didn't tell me. Don't talk to me

username1 :  this is a ship we all needed.

username2 : ugh he looks so good in this picture 😩🤌

hardikpandya: I second what Virat has said.

dylanobrien :  um girl wow.  Nice selection

tylerposey:  guess im gay

shubmangill :  I look so good in this picture wtf and @virat.kohli @hardikpandya I won't ever do that trust me.

shubmangill: 

all's well that ends well to end up with you @reethucharan

ishankishan:  the Taylor Swift reference in both their posts

abhisheksharma:  stop you two are so cute.

anushkasharma:  my girl looks gorgeous

natasastankovic_:  ugh so pretty I wanna cry.  we 3 should hang out when you come back @reethucharan @anushkasharma

anushkasharma : ugh yes please

reethucharan:  im down for it.

hardikpandya:  slay girl

deepikapadukone :  I miss you 😭😭

reethucharan :  I miss you too 😭😭 @deepikapadukone

crystalmreed : my baby grew up

hollandroden :  our baby @crystalmreed

"Do you want to head to sleep?" Reethu softly inquired, a while later after they had come back from their date, casting a tender gaze at Shubman, who was already deep in slumber. His peaceful expression brought a smile to her lips.

Gently, she guided him to lie down on the bed, ensuring he was comfortable before tucking the blanket snugly around him. As she settled down beside him, the warmth of his presence enveloped her, lulling her into a serene state of rest.

Wrapped in the tranquillity of the moment, Reethu closed her eyes, allowing the gentle rhythm of Shubman's breathing to guide her into a peaceful sleep, her heart overflowing with contentment.