The sun rose high over the campus of Dehradun University, casting a warm glow on the sprawling green lawns. Ashish Rajput leaned against the trunk of a large banyan tree, his bike parked nearby, as he waited for his friends. His mind was still racing from the previous day’s encounter with Priya, replaying their banter like a favorite song stuck on repeat. He couldn’t help but admire her fiery spirit, even as he felt a challenge brewing.

“Hey, Romeo! Daydreaming about your crush?” Abhi teased as he approached, followed closely by Diya , who rolled her eyes at her brother’s antics.