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New Year-the day that everyone is happy. Happy, because the old year is coming to an end. Happy, because a new year is coming. A new year means a fresh start. For many people, it's a very happy occasion. And for some, it's not.

It was the same for 2 people -Abhay and Piya. Abhay and Piya were middle school students, who were in 8^th grade. They lived in one of the most famous towns of United States -Nashville. They had been studying there for approximately 3 years.

When they had met each other, it was nothing but hatred. They hated each other because of their personalities. Abhay was the cool dude, the Casanova of the school. All the girls fell head-over-heels for him, except for one. Who? Piya Gupta.

Piya was the sweet girl. If she had an aim in life, then it was only to become a doctor, as that was her parents' dream. She was the one that lives for herself, but could do anything for the people that she loves. Though she had practically no interest in any boy in her school, pretty all the boys went gaga over her. She was the Ms. Perfect of the school. Good grades, good friend, good singer, good dancer, good student, etc., etc., etc.

As the time went by, both started to take special interest in each other. Though both denied it, but they liked each other a lot. Like? Shoot! They loved each other! But if they reciprocated each other's feelings, then what was the problem? Arrogance! They were sure that they did LIKE each other, but both were way too arrogant to accept the fact that they loved each other. After all, they had a reputation to maintain. And the most important thing was, that neither of them knew how the other felt! The only people that knew about this were Kabir, Misha, Danish, Panchi, Siddharth, and Tanushree.

One day, there was this announcement that they had a special program for the New Year this year. They were going to have a dance where the girl asks the boy out, not the other way. At first, the boys were shocked. And the most shocking thing was that the boy just had to say yes. No, 'no'. They all just prayed that the girl they had a crush on, would ask them out, and Abhay was no exception.

He prayed that Piya would ask him out, before anyone else would, but he knew that after knowing this, almost all the girls would go, and ask him out. Why was he praying that Piya would ask him out? No idea!

On the other hand, Piya was nervous. She wanted to ask Abhay out, but what if he insults her in front of everyone? What if he rejects her? After all, he was the cool dude. No one would care if he broke the rules. He always does! That won't be new for anyone!

"Oh come on Piya! Just go and ask him out! What's the big deal?" Said Tanushree.

Tanushree was Piya's best friend. They both were very close to each other, and would share almost everything, as both were quite similar.

"But it's not easy T! I mean, I don't even know if he likes me or not."

"Does it really matter?" Asked Panchi.

Panchi was another friend of Piya. She was the most talkative girl of the school.

"It matters to me Panchi. It's important for me if he likes me or not."

"Don't worry Piya. He does like you. In fact, I think that he loves you." Said Misha.

Misha was Piya's sister.

"Are you sure Di?"

"I'm positive sweetie. " Piya thought for a while.

"Okay."

In a while, Piya went to the place where she knew Abhay would be at this time 'gym. She bit her lower lip seeing him playing basketball alone. Usually he's with his other friends. Why is he alone today? She wondered. She gulped, and moved forward, but then stopped when she saw a girl running up to him, and hugging him. The girl was Maithli.

Maithli was the cool girl of the school. She was the cheerleading captain of the basketball team. She was usually seen around Abhay all the time, and Piya didn't like this at all. Whenever she saw Maithli around Abhay, she would boil up.

"Hey Abhay! I missed you sooo much baby."

"I missed you, too sweetheart."

"I wanted to ask you something." Abhay knew what it was going to be. No, no, no! Please don't let it be that!

"Will you be my date for the dance?" Abhay was about to jump off a cliff. His worst fear came true! But obviously he couldn't say 'no'.

"Of course babes, is that even something to ask?" Saying this, he kissed her full on mouth.

Piya was heartbroken. She had thought that Abhay likes her, but this just broke her heart into uncountable pieces. She didn't know why she felt that bad. It was just a crush for God sake! She has had a crush on guys many times, but she never felt so heartbroken. Controlling her tears, she ran to the place where her friends were. They were shocked seeing Piya crying.

"Piya! What's wrong? Why are you crying?" Panchi asked worriedly.

"Panchi... Abhay... he said yes to Maithli." Piya said between her tears.

"What?" The girls exclaimed together.

"Yes. He... then... kissed her."

"OMG! I was probably wrong. I'm very sorry Piya. I thought that he does love you." Misha said.

"It's okay Di. I thought the same. But I'm not gonna cry over him. If he doesn't like me, then fine. I'll get over him." Piya said wiping her tears. She got up, and hugged Misha.

They attended their classes, and then went to the cafeteria to have their lunch. Piya, as usual, was sitting with her friends. She was talking to them, when she felt someone say her name. She turned around and saw Jeh standing there.

Jeh was another one of Piya's friend. They had been friends since elementary school, and were seen with each other most of the times.

"Can I sit with you all today?" Jeh asked very politely.

"Sure Jeh! Come!" Piya said with a sweet smile, and he grabbed a seat beJehe her.

"So did anyone ask you out?" Tanushree asked.

"No, not yet. But I would feel blessed if you would." He flirted with Tanushree, and she rolled her eyes.

"Wow Jeh! You're pretty fast!" Panchi stated.

"Well thank you beautiful." They all chuckled at the little flirting at the table. Piya hi-fived Jeh, and then hugged him. While hugging him, her eyes caught the sight of Abhay looking at her with piercing eyes.

Abhay didn't like Jeh and Piya's closeness at all. He always hated it when he would go and hug Piya. The dislike was clearly seen on his face.

They broke apart, and then out of nowhere Piya asked.

"Jeh, will you be my date for the dance?" Jeh looked at her shocked. He had never expected this to come out of her mouth. Not only Jeh, but the girls were also shocked, but they knew the reason for this.

"Um... sure." Jeh said unsurely. Piya smiled widely, and hugged him. She said something in his ear, to which he smiled, and hugged her back tightly.

Abhay was only at a few feet's distance, so he had clearly heard Piya asking Jeh. He clenched his fingers into a rock solid fist under the table. How could Piya ask Jeh for the dance? He wondered.

So the couples were decided; Abhay-Maithli, Jeh-Piya, Kabir-Misha, Danish-Panchi, Siddharth-Tanushree. How were the other 3 people going to the dance together? Well, they loved each other, too, so they decided to go to the dance together.

The boys wore a suit, while the girls wore the best dresses. Maithli wore a short black dress with a little bit embroidery on it. Piya wore an elegant white dress which came down to her knee. Misha wore a light red dress. Panchi wore a pink dress which had long sleeves. And last, but definitely not the least, Tanushree wore a baby blue dress.

They all started to come in with their respective partners. First came Abhay and Maithli, with their hands entangled together. As expected, all the girls went gaga seeing Abhay. He wore jeans, with a white shirt, along with a black coat over it. He smirked seeing his effect on girls.

Slowly, Kabir-Misha, Danish-Panchi, and Siddharth-Tanushree came in, too. But someone's gaze was looking for someone. Though Abhay was with Maithli, and talking to her all the time, his gaze was only set on the door, waiting for Piya.

Where's Piya? Is she with that Jeh? Are they... But why do you care Abhay? You're with Maithli, the hottest babe of the school. And you're thinking about that Piya? Ugh! Concentrate on Maithli, Abhay. Concentrate!

Abhay started to talk to Maithli, though his mind wasn't completely on Maithli. Suddenly, he felt a gush of wind go pass him, and a smile came on his face. He looked at the door, and saw Piya at the door. She hadn't done anything special to herself, but was still looking like a princess. The smile soon, faded away, as he saw Jeh joining Piya, and entangled his arm with her. Both came in the party with a smile on their faces.

Abhay heard some comments made by the boys beJehe him like 'Wow, the girl is hot!' and many other comments similar to that. Abhay felt like going, and punching the boys hard in their mouths, and breaking them, especially Jeh, but controlled himself. He tried really hard to concentrate on the girl in front of him, but his eyes kept going towards Piya.

He saw her laughing at something Jeh said and chit-chatting with the girls. His gaze fell on her glossy lips, and then slowly travelled down her body. Her throat was fully exposed because of the dress, and her dress had slipped down just a little below her chest. Her milky white legs were exposed, making Abhay go completely crazy.

"Abhay. Abhay!" Maithli called for him, and Abhay looked at her.

"Where are you lost?"

"In you, sweetheart."

Soon, the couples were called to the dance floor, and Abhay-Maithli and Jeh-Piya went to dance, and the song started.

I still hear your voice when you sleep next to me,

I still feel your touch in my dream

Forgive me my weakness,

But I don't know why

The couples dance with the girls having their hands around the boys' neck, and their hands around their waist.

Without you is to survive...

Cuz every time we touch, I get this feeling

And every time we kiss, I swear I could fly...

Can't you feel my heartbeat fast, I want this to last

Need you by my Jehe...

Cuz every time we touch, I feel the static

And every time we kiss, I reach for the sky...

Can't you hear my heartbeat slow, I can't let you go...

Want you in my life...

As the beat fastens, the couples start to swirl, and twirl, and Piya looks at Abhay. Seeing him all happy with Maithli, Piya gets hurt, and looks away, and closes her eyes. Abhay looks at Piya and when he sees her so close to Jeh, he gets angry and twirls Maithli harder and faster than needed.

Abhay and Piya look at each other and keep staring into each other's eyes. But seeing Maithli all close to Abhay, Piya looks away, and pays attention to Jeh. The boys swirl the girls, and they switch partners. In this switch, Piya ends up with Abhay, and Maithli ends up with Jeh.

Your arms are my castle, your heart is my sky...

They wipe away tears that I cry...

Piya gets shocked knowing that she'll have to dance with Abhay, though she is somewhere happy.

The good and the bad times we've been through them all...

You make me rise when I fall...

They both remember the time when they fought with each other and made fun of each other for silly reasons. Abhay scooped her down, and then brought her back up.

Cuz every time we touch, I get this feeling

And every time we kiss, I swear I could fly...

Can't you feel my heartbeat fast, I want this to last...

Need you by my Jehe...

Cuz every time we touch, I feel the static

And every time we kiss for the sky...

Can't you feel my heartbeat slow, I can't let you go...

Want you in my life...

They danced with each other, moving perfectly with the beat.

Cuz every time we touch, I get this feeling

And every time we kiss, I swear I could fly...

Can't you feel my heartbeat fast, I want this to last...

Need you by my Jehe...

The danced ended, and they two, came out of the trance. Piya left Abhay, and stood with Jeh, and Abhay just stared at her retreating back, waiting for her to turn around.

Turn around if you love me Piya.

The next second, Piya turned around, and looked at Abhay. She had many questions in her eyes, but above all this, she had love and only love in her eyes.

"Piyai. What are you looking at? Come on." Said Jeh.

"Yea, come on." She left with Jeh, and went to where her friends were.

Though she was with her friends and was talking to them, she was only physically there, not mentally. She was constantly thinking about her dance with Abhay. She had seen the same feeling in his eyes that she has. But was it really love? Piya was confused. She decided not to think about it and pay attention to the party. It was New Year's Eve, and she wanted to enjoy to the fullest. There was only 15 minutes left until it would be a New Year, a new start for all of them.

She excused herself and went to get a drink of water, which she could find outJehe. She went outJehe, and didn't see anyone. She was about to get a drink of water, when she got pulled to the other Jehe, and was pinned to the wall. She was completely shocked we she saw Abhay there.

"Abhay? What are you doing? Leave me." She whispered and started to go, but Abhay blocked her way.

"Not until you answer my question."

"I don't think I have to answer any question of yours." She pushed him, but Abhay took hold of her hand and pinned it to the wall, too. Piya winced. He was really close to her.

"Abhay."

"I love you. " Abhay whispered. Piya looked at him. She was shocked. She had never expected Abhay to say this. Abhay read the doubts in her eyes, and leaned forward and captured her lips. The kiss conveyed his love and longing that he had. At first, Piya was really surprised, but then she left her doubts, and kissed him back. They broke apart after a while for breath.

"I love you, too." Piya whispered back.

Just then, a bell rang, signifying that the New Year has begun, and along with the bell, Abhay and Piya pulled each other into a long kiss. They broke apart again.

"Happy New Year." Abhay said. Piya smiled.

"So you were jealous huh?" Piya asked.

"Jealous, and me? Pshh. No ways."

"Really?"

"Really."

"Really?"

"Actually, yes. I was jealous. I couldn't see you with that Jeh. In fact, I can't see you with anyone else, other than me." Abhay confessed really cutely, and Piya smiled.

"You know you're very cute."

"I know." Piya chuckled at this.

With that, their New Year had given them a new beginning. A new beginning of love, and only love.

After that day, Abhay and Piya were always together. They had told their friends about their love, and all were happy for them, except Maithli. She didn't accept this relationship, but later, she found her true love; Jeh. Even they were together. After 12 years of love, Abhay and Piya had gotten married, and they had a really cute and sweet daughter named Ariya. Their life was just perfect. Neither of them knew that the New Year jealousy would bring so much happiness in their lives.

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OMG, OMG, OMG! I'm gonna go completely crazy! Well, it's not like I'm not already, but yea, whatever.

OMG, I'm so sorry. I didn't realize that you all are already here! I know you all must be thinking, 'Oh God, who is this insane girl', right? Well hi. My name is Piya. Piya Dobriyal. Naam toh suna hoga? LOL! Actually I'm a Bollywood FREAK, so don't get surprised if I end up saying Hindi dialogues! LOLzzz! Ok, so where were we? Oh yea, my intro. Well, I am 22 years old and as you can see, I'm a really pretty, no, GORGEOUS girl! Yea, yea, I'm praising myself. So what? Who DOESN'T like to praise themselves? Anyways. I live in New York and am a doc. Cool na? I know it is!

Oh, and did I say Piya Dobriyal? Sorry, sorry. Actually, I'm not going to remain a 'Dobriyal' for much longer because guess what? I'm going to become Dr. Piya Raichand very soon! Yes! I'm getting married! And trust me guys. He is the best, no, BESTEST guy any girl can ever wish for. He's the best! And I love him a lot.

Just then, she heard a car pull over, and she went and looked through the window. She smiled as she saw him waving through the window and she waved back. He signaled her to come through his hands and she nodded.

Ok now. I gotta go. You all must be asking, 'Where is this girl going' right? Well, I'm going to a party that my friends have organized for me as I'm getting married. I'm soo excited! Now I better get going alright, or else T, my CRAZY little friend, will murder me.

Piya descended down the stairs of her house. Her long, silky hair slightly flew in the air. She opened the doors and looked at him with a big smile on her face. He was leaning against his car and he just stared at her. A chill ran down her spine because of the wintery weather. For some reason, she felt as if something was going to happen. She didn't know what, but something was surely to happen. Brushing the thoughts away, Piya went and hugged him and he hugged her back.

"Jeh." She said his name softly. Jeh pulled apart from her and checked her out. Her white, halter dress was perfectly pointed out all of her perfect curves.

"You are looking very sexy." Piya turned crimson and lowered her gaze. Jeh chuckled at her and they sat inside the car.

Eeekss! I can't believe that Jeh just said this to me! My day, oops, night, I mean, can't get any more better! *Sigh*

They reached a hotel-pub, where the party was held. The couple met their friends right outside the pub.

"Hey Piya! Oh my God! You're looking so gorgeous!"

"Thanks Misha! Well, the arrangements are really nice as well."

"Thanks! After all, it's T that you're talking about!" T praised herself and everyone chuckled.

"Come on! Let's go inside!" They all went inside and started to groove to the music beats.

While dancing, a couple of boys came up and started to dance with Piya. They started to come closer and closer to Piya and she got tired of it. She left the dance floor and found Jeh sitting at the bar and went up to him.

Humph! What do these boys think of themselves? Let me just go and tell Jeh and he'll take care of her.

"Jeh."

"Piya? What's wrong? Why do you look so upset?"

"Jeh. There are some boys who are really misbehaving with me. They keep trying to come close to me. Please do something about it."

"Who are they?"

"I don't know." Piya turned her face and saw them right there.

"Jeh." He followed her gaze and looked at the boys. He stood up and went towards them. They stared at each other for a few seconds, and then broke into fits of laughter.

"Oh God Piya. These are my friends. They were just joking around with you. Come on, let me introduce them to you. Sunny, Nick, Zack, EJ, and Shane."

"Hi. Sorry for the misunderstanding."

"It's alright."

"Come on. Let's have some drinks."

"Um... Jeh. You know I don't drink right."

"I know sweetheart, but it's only for today. Come on now."

"Umm... ok." Piya smiled and took a drink.

After the drink, Jeh kept on insisting on drinking more, but Piya said no. Jeh insisted even further, and Piya reluctantly took another drink, thinking that she can obviously trust Jeh as he would never think ill about her. They took a few more shots and then their friends came up and took them to the dance floor.

They moved and grooved to the music and had fun. Because of the drink, Piya's head had started to spin a little and Jeh saw this. He came and took her out of the pub and into a room.

"Jeh... where are we going?" Piya asked in a slightly drunk state.

"You'll see baby." Jeh took her inside the room and Piya was shocked to see Jeh's friends there. They were the last people that she would want to see at this time.

"Hey, Jeh!" Zack came up and hugged Jeh tight.

"What's up bro?"

"Nothin much." Zack smiled and turned his eyes towards Piya. He eyed her down in a mean way, and Piya felt uncomfortable.

"And how are you, Ms. Piya?" Zack came towards her and slid his finger down her arms, making Piya flinch. She turned to look at Jeh for help, but instead saw him smirking and moving towards the bar.

What is happening here? How DARE this Zack touch me? And why isn't Jeh saying anything? What's going on!

"How dare you touch me huh? Look. If this is another one of your jokes, then let me tell you that I don't like them!" Piya said angrily.

"Joke?! What makes you think that this is a joke? I'm damn serious babes. Jeh? Didn't you tell her anything?" said Nick.

"Nope. I didn't."

"Aww...no need to worry. Let's tell her now."

"Tell me what?" Piya's heartbeats started to raise.

"Well, there's a good news for you. You'll be getting a pretty nice company of 6 people tonight."

"What?"

"Yea babes."

"Jeh, what shit are your friends saying? And you all. Don't you have a bit of shame in yourselves? I'm gonna get married to your friend!" She said in utter disgust.

" And? After marriage, you're gonna be spending your nights with him, but before it, I guess we can have some fun."

"Jeh? Why aren't you saying anything to these people?"

"What will he say? He already knows everything. In fact, he was the one to suggest everything." Piya looked at Jeh in shock, while he just smirked.

"Jeh? What is he saying?" Piya asked in her whisper.

"He's saying the truth. I mean, come on woman. This is so freakin common. Who knows man? Maybe you have already slept with other men." Jeh said carelessly, bringing her to tears. She was hurt. Really hurt.

"Jeh. How could you do this to me?"

"Oh come on Piya. Don't cry. Now come one, smile. Let's make this night memorable one. Ok?" Sunny spoke up. He moved his hand towards her, but Piya shoved it away, and started to go back. He grabbed her arm and brought her close. Piya started to struggle as he brought his face closer to hers. Her hand found a glass on the table beside her and slammed it on his head, shocking everyone in the room.

Before everyone could recover from the shock, Piya opened the door and ran out. She was out of the hotel in no time and she was running inside the dark, scary woods. She could hear the loud footsteps of the boys coming for her. She ran as fast as her legs could carry her. The drink was slowly overpowering her senses. She started to slow down and hit the trees. She felt the thorns scratching her skin and the blood oozing out but she tried her best to stay in her senses.

She started to run again and she soon lost control over her legs and almost fell and waited for her body to hit the ground, but that never happened. She managed to open her eyes and tried to clear her vision. She saw a pair of blue eyes, boring into hers. Because of the moonlight, she could see the person very well. It was man who had the most angelic face and well-built body she had ever seen.

She felt the grip around her waist getting tighter and tighter. She could feel her heart thudding wildly against her ribs, threatening to explode any time. The strong, masculine cologne started to overpower her. She clutched onto his shirt, making sure that he won't leave her.

"S... save me. Please." She whispered softly. The drink took over all her senses and she fainted in his arms.

"Piya..." Her name rolled off his tongue, making it sound like music.

That was the last thing I could remember. After that, everything just went blank. The next thing I could feel was being picked up by his strong mascular arms and being carried away. I don't know why, but it felt different. Really different. His touch sent electric shocks through my body, something that didn't even happen when Jeh touched me. Those eyes. Those electric bue eyes... I've seen them. I can feel it. I know him. I feel as if I... I... I have a deep relation with them. Why? Why is this person affecting me soo badly? Why?

Please do leave your comments, as they are really encouraging. Thanks. Oh, and PMs will be sent later.

-Medzi <33

Abhay finally came back home from his office. It had been a really hectic day for him because he had to attend several meetings. He picked up his coat from his seat and hung it over his shoulder. Closing the door, he entered his house. He was surprised to see the lights dimmed. Usually Piya would be waiting for him to come back and they would have dinner together.

Letting out a sigh, he entered his room and was fascinated. The room was filled with the sweet aroma of French Vanilla coming from the candles that lit up the room. He dropped his coat on the sofa beside him and took in the view. The bed was covered with a white, silky sheet, which had rose petals scattered on it.

He felt a pair of hands creeping up his chest and hugging him tightly. He smiled as he recognized her touch. He moved his hands over hers and brought her hands up to his lips. He placed a soft kiss on her hand, bringing a smile to her lips. She snuggled into the warmth of his back and placed a trail of kisses on his nape to the back of his ear. He closed his eyes feeling her lips on his flesh.

"What took you so long?" She whispered huskily.

"Had some work." Piya frowned and placed her chin on his shoulder.

"More important than me?" He smiled and turned around. Placing his hands on her waist, he brought her close. He eyed her down and gulped seeing her in a pink nightie which had black laces just right below her breasts. It ended a little above her mid-thigh, revealing her perfectly toned, milky legs. The deep neck of it exposed her cleavage.

"Nothing's more important than you." Piya smiled and encircled her arms around his neck.

"Really?" She moved her fingers on his chest. He smirked seeing this and pulled her close with a jerk.

"Are you trying to seduce me?" He asked in a sexy voice. She smirked and moved closer to him.

"What if I am?" She rubbed her lips against his ear, her breath kissing his skin. Smirking to herself, she pulled back.

"Then you're gonna have to pay for it. Badly." Abhay rubbed her lips with his thumb, perfectly parting it.

"I'm ready to pay any price." She said seductively. She started to loosen his tie and Abhay tightened his grip around her tiny waist, bringing her closer. She dropped her gaze down to his lips. She leaned in and captured his lips. She kissed him gently, making him respond back.

The gentleness disappeared as passion took its place. They sucked on each other's lips, chewing, biting and licking it. Their tongues roamed in each other's mouth, letting their breaths mix in together. Their tongues entangled with each other's and fought for dominance. They could feel themselves melting slowly. All of Abhay's tiredness had just disappeared at her touch.

He pushed her back against the cupboard and kissed her hungrily. Piya unknotted his tie and threw it roughly on the ground. Abhay pulled her leg up and started to rub her milky thighs. He drew animated circles on her legs.

Feeling both of them going breathless, he slid down to her neck. Piya threw her head back giving him more access to her. He placed a long trail of wet kisses along with bites on her neck, all the way to her ear. He took her ear into his mouth and bit it hard. Piya hissed and he licked the spot to soothe the pain. He moved down and placed kisses all over her collar bone and shoulder. He felt the thin strap coming in his way so he removed it with his teeth.

Piya went completely breathless because of his effect. She moved away from him and Abhay looked at her confused. She just gave him a smirk. Placing herself down in the middle of the bed, she bit her lip seductively and gestured him to come to her. He smirked and walked to the bed. He sat down and pulled Piya into his lap. He saw the love bites on her throat. Moving her hair to the other side, he leaned in and kissed the bites slowly, deeply. He pulled her closer, leaving a wet trail of kisses down her chest.

"Abhay..." She moaned in pleasure. He moved up and nuzzled into her neck. Not able to stop herself, she clutched his hair and pulled it down a bit, too, harshly. She let her breath linger on his throat, badly awakening the demons inside him. She licked his throat, slowly, passionately. She left love bites along his nape and went down and started to unbutton his shirt. He lied down on his back and Piya came on top of him.

She kissed his hardcore, manly chest, stirring the wild feelings inside him. She caressed his perfectly built abs. She removed his shirt and threw it on the ground. They sat up on their knees and Abhay removed his and her garments and threw them on the floor. They kissed each other passionately and laid back down on the bed with Abhay on top of her.

They kissed each other crazily, moaning and groaning and forgetting about everything else. They finally ran out of breath and Abhay looked up. He looked at her naked body. She looked breathtaking. She was f***in gorgeous. Obviously, it wasn't his first time with her, but every time he saw her like this, he wanted to make hot, sexy love to her all over again. Perfect curves, sexy legs, heavy bosoms, they were calling him to adorn her with his touch. She turned crimson under his hungry gaze.

"Abhay..."

"You're looking inexplicably sexy." He whispered against her ear. He slowly moved down to her breasts and pecked it. He took her nipple into his mouth and teased them with his tongue, while his other hand palmed the other one and squeezed it, making her wince in pain.

"Abhay."

He moved down to her stomach and pressed his lips on it while Piya stroked his hair. He parted her legs and entered her with a push, while she gasped loudly and clutched his hair.

"Abhay!" He put his lips over hers and kissed her gently as their bodies moved together in rhythm.

After a long time of love making, he finally came out of her and lied down on his back. Piya lied on his chest.

"I love you Abhay."

"I love you, too." Abhay hugged her.

"You know what Piya? I didn't know that you can be a sexy seductress." He said naughtily and Piya chuckled.

"Well sweetheart, now you know that. And don't you dare stare at those other bimbos. Or else I'll kill you. And what do you mean by 'A sexy seductress?' I'm your seductress."

"Ok, 'My' Sexy Seductress, I won't ever stare at those other bimbos. I'll only stare at you." Both chuckled and Piya nuzzled into his chest and both fell asleep in each other's arms, feeling contended.

The Sun rose from the horizon, declaring to the world that it was morning time. The birds were chirping, singing in their melodious voices. The bright, warm rays entered a big room through the window, falling on her eyelids. She squeezed her eyes to prevent the rays from disturbing her sleep and turned to the other side, but found the same
disturbance there, too. Giving up, she sat up on the bed and stretched her arms.

Looking to her side, she saw the love of her life sleeping peacefully with a cute pout. She smiled at his cuteness and softly kissed his dimples. She stared at him for a while and was about to get up when she felt his hand gripping her wrist and pulling her back on the bed. She was startled to know that he was awake all this while.

"Wow. Someone's in a really romantic mood this morning." He whispered naughtily.

"Abhay? You're awake?"

"What does it look like?" She blushed seeing his eyes drop down to her lips.

"Leave me. I need to go get a shower."

"Only if you'd let me come with you." Her eyes widened at his suggestion.

"No ways Abhay! You're completely wild and uncontrollable in water. So don't even think about it!" She scolded him lovingly.

"Come on Piya! It's been a long time since we've had shower together." He whined making her heart melt, but she bit back the smile that was demanding to come forward.

"Abhay! No, means no! Now get off of me." He shook his head and she frowned.

"First give me a kiss."

"Abhay?" She looked at him in disbelief.

"What? I said give me a kiss."

"No kiss for you, now come on, get up." She pushed him half-heartedly, but he caught her hands and pinned them down on the pillow, entwining his fingers with hers. He shook his head, telling her not to stop him.

"Not so easily Mrs. Raichand. You have to give me a big kiss now."

An idea popped in Piya mind and she smiled at him. Abhay loosened his grip on her wrist and she raised her hand and closed his eyes. She kissed his eyes, nose, dimples, and finally stopped at his lips. She pressed her lips at the corner of his, making him lose all of his senses. She tilted her head and let her breath linger on his lips. Seeing him completely lost, she pushed him off of her and quickly ran to the bathroom. She stopped at the door and looked back.

"Not so easily Mr. Raichand." He was just staring at her in shock and she winked at him. Giggling at his expressions, she quickly got inside and closed the door, leaving Abhay smiling to himself and shaking his head.

"Crazy girl."

Very soon, Piya was downstairs in the kitchen, making breakfast for the two of them. She had a smile on her lips. The day had started off really nicely for her. She may deny it in front of Abhay, but his little antics always bring a smile to her face. They tell her how much he loves and cares about her. And today was a really special day for her. It was her birthday! Now the only thing she was waiting for was Abhay's gift. She knew
that Abhay would never forget her birthday. She closed her eyes and recalled her last birthday.

Piya came out of her trail of thoughts as she heard some footsteps. She closed her eyes and smiled recalling that beautiful day. Her birthday was the best day of her life. She quickly made their breakfast and laid it on the table. She smiled at him, but he didn't return it, which slightly confused her, but she decided to brush the thought off. She sat down and started to serve his food.

She looked at him, expecting him to wish her, but he kept on reading the newspaper. Feeling her eyes on him, he looked at her.

"What?" He said a little rudely, completely surprising her. She just shook her head.

"Abhay... um... I... I... um..." She fumbled, trying to get the words correctly.

"Will you talk or will you keep fumbling?" Piya was taken aback by his sudden anger. What's wrong with him? Why is he so angry?

"Abhay? Why are you yelling at me?"

"Well what do you expect me to do?"

"Abhay? Don't you remember what day it is?"

"No I don't."

"Abhay it's my birthday. How can you forget it?"

"Well I'm sorry Piya! I have many more important things to do than to remember your birthday! First of all, the employees are messing most of the things up, and here, you are worried about your birthday! I'm tired of this!" Abhay yelled at her, bringing tears in her eyes. He got up and started to go.

"Abhay. At least have your breakfast."

"No thanks. And don't wait for me tonight. I'm going to an important meeting so I'll eat
with them and come home late." With that, he left the house, leaving an upset Piya behind.

"What's wrong with Abhay? He never acted this way. He's tired of me? I guess I was wrong." Piya cried for a while and then left for the hospital.

Abhay was completely busy in his work. He closed his eyes to relax a bit and the morning's incident came back to him. His eyes opened in a jerk and he realized what he had done.

"Oh no. What have I done? I yelled at Piya for no reason. I took out all of my frustration on her." Abhay closed his eyes and hit his head. "I'm an idiot. A fool.
It's her birthday and I... I messed everything up! I yelled at her! That's a limit dude! I made her cry on her birthday! Dude, you're completely messed up! What do I do now? Oh God! Please help me!" Abhay paced around the room when an idea clicked inside his brain. "Let me try calling her. If I'm lucky enough, she'll pick it up." He took out his phone and flipped through his contacts and called her.

'I'm sorry. But the number you've called is currently switched off. Please try again later.'

The answering machine's reply made him groan.

"Oh no! The phone is switched off which means the girl is pissed off. Piya will kill me. I'm pretty much kicked out of the house today. I'll have to sleep in the garden tonight. Oh Lord! Please help!" Abhay prayed to God. After thinking for a while, he texted Piya, hoping that she'll reply back.

Piya entered the locker room and took out a file from her locker. She took out her phone to see whether she had any calls and saw 1 missed call and a text from Abhay. After debating a little, she opened the message.

Piya slightly smiled reading the message, but she hadn't fully forgiven him. She texted him back and after placing the phone back in the locker, she went for the rounds.

On the other hand, Abhay's phone beeped and he immediately received it. He opened the message and read it.

Abhay sighed reading the message. Great! He thought. Now I'm staying outside tonight. Now Piya will not forgive me. What do I do now?

He thought for a while and finally came up with an idea.

"Hmm. Dr. Piya Raichand. If you're stubborn, then I'm super stubborn. I guess I'll have to use my Abhay charms on you." Abhay said to himself and smiled widely.

Piya entered her room. It was around 10:00 at night and she was completely exhausted. She flopped herself down on the bed and removed her shoes. She quickly changed into her blue nightwear and stood in the big balcony attached to their room.

She thought over the day and sighed. This definitely had to be the worst birthday of her life. She had thought that Abhay would be giving her a surprise and they would be having a good time, but he, instead, scolded her and talked so rudely. There was no way that she was going to forgive him so easily. She closed her eyes and took a deep breath.

On the other hand, someone was standing in front of the house. That 'someone' was none other than Abhay. He was standing in front of the pipe, getting ready to climb it.

"Great Abhay. This was the only thing left to do. You gotta climb the 'pipe' to enter your OWN HOUSE. Life can't get any better. Great. Now stop thinking and climb the damn pipe."

Taking a deep breath, he held the pipe and carefully placed his foot on the rails and started to climb the pipe. His arms started to pain, but he cared less about it.

"Oh Lord! Help me please!"

He quickly reached the balcony and jumped inside. He saw Piya standing there with her eyes closed and arms crossed across her chest. She was looking enchanting as the Moon shone its light on her. Even the Moon looked less beautiful compared to her. He
smiled and looked beside him.

She slightly turned her head and saw him coming closer to her.

Kehke to dekho na

They gazed into each other's eyes and they smiled. He left her hands and held his ears.

"I'm sorry Piya. I know I acted like a jerk towards you this morning. I completely spoiled your birthday. You were so happy about it, and I ruined it all. I'm an idiot,
stupid, fool. I know you're really mad at me, but trust me. I never meant to yell at you. I don't know why I took out my frustration on you. I'm really sorry. I'm a bad boy. Hit me and take out all your anger, but please forgive me." He said very cutely. He took her hands and started to hit himself, but Piya pulled her hands away. She shook her head, cupped his face.

"I forgave you when you sent me that text. I just wanted to see what you can do to pacify me. And... I must admit. I loved your style. And who said you ruined my birthday? You actually made this the best and sweetest birthday of my life." Piya said sweetly and Abhay smiled widely. He pulled her into a hug.

"I love you Piya."

"I love you more Abhay." Both chuckled at this and broke apart. Abhay saw her hair blowing on her face and he moved her hair behind her ear.

"You know what Piya. I know that I probably wasn't the first one to wish you, but I will be the last and best one to wish you. Happy Birthday, love." Abhay whispered huskily and she smiled and hugged him. This was indeed the best birthday of her life.

I stood there looking out the window, feeling the air conditioner's cold air making me shiver. The weather depicted my mood perfectly- gloomy and sad. It was cloudy outside, not even a sign of light, just like the way it was in my heart. I saw the black and yellow school bus coming and standing in front of me. I read the number on it, caressing it with my eyes- Christian County Public Schools No. 0554. Yes, I was in school in Officer Catlett's office. No, I wasn't in trouble, not at all. Today was May 26, 2011, the last day of school, the last day at North Drive Middle School, the last day of eighth grade, the last day of me being with my friends.

Since today was the last day of school, everyone was wild. No, we weren't having any fights, strangely, we weren't having people arguing or anything. It was just that my friend group wanted to have a time together. After all, we were splitting up. After the summer break we would be going to different high schools. Some of my friends were going to Hopkinsville High (Hoptown) and some were coming to Christian County High (County) with me. It was a really strange feeling. Being with the same group for about three years, sharing your happy and sad times with them, and then suddenly splitting up for pretty much forever isn't a good feeling and we were feeling the same.

We were having fun. We had been playing Truth and Dare for about an hour, I think? We gave each other really crazy dares like go sit in this person's lap until it's your turn and the truths were really embarrassing like what kind of thoughts do you have about this person. It was crazy. When we looked at the clock, we realized we only had like an hour left and everyone started to cry. I had tried so hard not to cry, but how couldn't I? It was the last day I would be seeing all of my friends... and him.

I closed my eyes and the old memories flooded back in my mind. Abhay Raichand. I had known him since fourth grade. I used to hate him, no. 'Loathe' would be the perfect word to describe what I used to feel for him and it was the same with him. We both hated each other because of our personalities. I was the quiet, actually the loud mouth, smart and simple girl whereas he was the cool dude. I would always get in trouble because of him.

In fifth grade, I had to sit right beside him. We both always got irritated with each other. In anger, I would do the stupidest things on Earth. Yes, my anger's always on the tip of my nose. But hey! You can't blame me for that. I've always been like that! If anyone says anything to me, I ain't gonna leave them like that! I'll beat the crap outta them! Trust me!

It was in the middle of the fifth grade year when I realized I had started to like him. I was astounded at first, but then I didn't complain. I found him very cute, handsome, and even sexy at times. I know. Weird right? But you can't blame me! I'm a girl! I'm ought to check boys out. Back to what I was saying. I always thought it's gonna be a small crush and it'll fade away as time goes by, but I was so freakin wrong!

I had to leave fifth grade early because I had to go to India for two months. Come on guys, I was going there after like six years! In those two months, I didn't miss him much. I guess it was a crush at that point, but this was when the crush started to change into love.

I still remember the first day of sixth grade. Everyone was gathered up in the commons area, waiting for the teachers to escort them to their classrooms. Even my mom had come because we weren't here for the open house, which was slightly embarrassing. I was talking to my friends when the door had opened and I saw him coming in. He was wearing an orange t-shirt along with khaki 3/4 and had his black backpack hanging from one of his shoulders. I had been completely surprised. In fifth grade, I had heard him say that he might be going to County Middle so this was a really pleasant surprise for me.

Later I had found out I had 6 out of 8 classes with him. I had been over the moon hearing this! Slowly my little crush changed into something bigger, something stronger. Throughout the year I had been looking for signs- signs that would tell me that he feels the same way about me. I had seen him staring at me many times, but then I would dismiss the thought saying he's staring at the wall behind me as it's prettier than me. With this thought, the rest of the year passed by and I never found the answer to my question.

Seventh grade... I still hadn't been able to forget him. Every single day I thought about him. If he was the person I'd think about before going to sleep, then he'd be first one I'd want to see when I wake up. Crazy, right? I know. But that's true. I thought I'll finally get the answers to my questions in seventh grade, but luck wasn't on my side in that matter.

In seventh grade, our administrators had divided us by quads. I, obviously, was on 7.2 which was the smartest one and he was on 7.1 which was also smart, but I would call it the bad quad. Most of the annoying students were placed in that quad. Yeah, I'm basically calling him annoying. LOL! Honestly, I had first thought that he had failed 6^{th grade. I know it's a crazy thought, but I did think of that. But during lunch time I was proven wrong because I had finally figured out that he was in the other quad. I know. I'm slow. No need to tell me.}

I stood in front of the mirror and looked at my reflection. I wore faded jeans, long black sleeveless shirt and heels. I had little make up and a few jewelries to go with my attire. Perfect. I was ready for the day. I went and stood in front of the window and looked at the drizzling rain. Eleven years... eleven years had passed by ever since that day. Everything had changed. I was 25 years old and now lived in NYC, the most popular city of USA and today was the first day of my internship at the Sanjeevni Medical Center. I always wanted to be an obstetrician and I was really close to my goal. Two years... only two more years and I would be a resident doctor. That is soo cool! And you wanna know what's even more cool? Most of my friends from NDMS are also in New York! Kabir, Misha, Danish, Panchi, Jeh and T are here with me! I felt my lips curving into a smiling remembering them. I thought my freshman year is gonna be worse without my friends and... Abhay, but it really wasn't.

During the summer I talked to my friends on FB, so it wasn't that bad, but it still felt bad knowing everything has changed. I even tried forgetting Abhay, but his thoughts never left my mind. I used to find myself lost in his thoughts, but it always broke my heart knowing I am never going to see him again, but I was so wrong.

About two weeks had passed ever since school had started. I had gotten the classes I wanted and I had some of my classes with my friends. Turned out Cheeky Bear never went to Hoptown. He was at County! I had Siraj, another good friend of mine, and Cheeky Bear in my Geometry class and Alice in English, so I was good.

One day I was walking to the other building of my school. County had two buildings, one for regular glasses and one for gym. So I was was walking to the gym like usual when I suddenly saw Abhay. He was looking the other way so he probably didn't see me, but I did. He was wearing an off white shirt and jeans with his books in his hand. I swear my heart was pounding wildly against my ribs when I saw him. I quickly looked to the other side and kept walking as if I saw nothing and he didn't affect me, but only I knew how hard it was to stop the various emotions I was going through.

On my way to the gym, only one thought was going through my mind. Was he actually here or was I hallucinating him? I preferred to think the latter. I still remember how I had ran on the track that day. It was just crazy. Later I realized he actually was here. I couldn't express in words how happy I was that day. But I was also mad. I was trying so hard to forget him and there he was, right in front of my eyes. How could I forget him when he was gonna be in front of me all the time! What made it worse was during lunch, his friends sat at the table right beside my booth, so he obviously sat there and we had to go to the Career & Technical Center, also called trade school, together on the bus. I felt like I was in heaven, but knew better than to get carried away like all the time.

The next 2 years passed by like that and soon I was in my junior year. Now my junior year was very different. In my sophomore year, I had filled out some applications for Gatton Academy, which is the most popular academy for bright students. Fortunately, I had met the requirements and I was selected there, but the bad part was that Abhay didn't go there. Actually the thing was that... umm... Abhay wasn't that smart. I mean, he was, but as much as we were. Get it? So I went to Gatton with my friends and had my good time there.

I later got accepted into Harvard University and studied medical there for about 8 years and now I'm starting my internship today. Coincidently, I found out most of my friends were here in New York! We lived at a 1 hour distance so it wasn't hard to keep in touch.

So many things changed, but one thing didn't change- my love for Abhay. I still wondered where he was, what he would be doing and how he was. Was he married? Did he have kids? What did he do now? His thoughts still haunted me. His jet black hair that always kissed his forehead, that cute dimpled smile that could make any girl go crazy over him. I sighed and closed my eyes. I knew I should forget him and I will. It'll take some time, but I will forget him.

"Piya dear!" I heard my dad call me from behind and I turned around. I smiled widely and hugged him. My dad was the best dad in the world. He always had been supportive of my career goals and I just love him for that.

"So. Ready for your first day?"

"Yes dad."

"Nervous?"

"A little." He smiled at me and patted me on my shoulder, making me smile.

"Don't be nervous. I'm sure my daughter will do her very best. Right?" My smile got broader and I nodded.

"That's my girl! Now come on. Let's make a move or else you'll get late. Okay?"

"Yes dad." We started to head out the door when I heard my mamma.

"Wait!" We turned around and looked at her, wondering what she wanted.

"What happened mamma?"

"Eat this." I saw the 'dahi shakar' in her hands and smiled. Somethings would never change. I moved forward and ate it.

"Take care of yourself. Don't lose your temper so easily if someone says something like you usually do. Be on time. Do what your seniors tell you to do. Eat on time. Don't stress yourself. Drive carefully. Don't let other boys near you. And-" Me and dad just gaped at her as she started her lecture again. What was I? Some 5 year old? Rolling my eyes at her, I held her by her shoulders and stopped her.

"Mamma! Chill out! I'm a full grown 25 year old adult. Not that 5 year old that you're giving me this lecture AGAIN!"

"Whatever! I don't care if you're a 25 year old or a 5 year old. You're still my baby for me so shut up and don't you dare stop me from saying all this!" I just shook my head slowly in defeat knowing I can't win from my mamma. She's the bestest mother in this world. I can't express in words how much I've missed her when I was in college. I missed her food, her jokes, her taunts, everything. Yeah, I always acted like I'm a full grown, independent woman, but I can't forgemy mamma. She's my role model. The best woman in this world! I smiled through the slight tears I had in my eyes and blinked them away as I heard my brother.

"Piya. Just forget it. You can't do anything about mamma. You know how she is. The ever so emotional mother of ours!"

"Shut up Shahil!" I giggled seeing mamma scold Shahil lovingly. Shahil is my one and only brother. He's 5 years younger to me and trust me when I say he can be the annoyingest person in this UNIVERSE, but he's also the sweetest brother any sister could ever wish for.

"Mamma!" I said dramatically as everyone looked at me. "Are you ill?" She gave me the most confusing look in this world and I supressed the urge to laugh.

"You're actually telling Shahil to shut up. I mean, I thought he was your kanhaand kanhaiya. What happened now?"

"He still is my kanha!" I rolled my eyes seeing my mom back to her old antics. She would always side my brother jokingly to make him smile and now I didn't really care because now I've understood my mamma loves both of us equally and she's just joking around with me.

"Whatever! Now I'm leaving for work. Now come on give me your sweet, sweet blessings!" I bent down and touched her feet to take blessings.

"I hope you get all the happiness in the world and you do your best!" She caressed my head lovingly while I smiled. I stood up and hugged everyone before leaving. I got in my new Lexus car and started the engine, making the car come to life and drove off to the hospital.

I said a prayer mentally and went inside Sanjeevni. This was my first time here and I swear this was beautiful! It's designing and furnishing was tastefully done. I was already in love with this place! I walked to the locker room and saw it empty. I thought I was late and checked the time. I was like 15 minutes early! I sighed knowing I wasn't late and thought to hang around here until I find someone. I chose a locker for myself and then saw a few people enter the locker room.

"Hey!" I said in a cheerful tone with a big smile.

"Hey! Are you an intern?" A young girl around my age asked me.

"Yeah, are you?"

"Yeah! Hi, I'm Naina, Naina Mehta." She extended her hand for a handshake and I took it with a smile.

"Piya, Piya Dobriyal."

"Nice to meet you Piya."

"Same here. " I said with a smile.

"Hi. I'm Yuvraj Oberoi." A young tall boy came up to me and talked to both of us. He seemed a very genuine person to be and I liked him already.

"And I'm JP." I saw another guy come up to us and talk to us. He was a little... big... but was very sweet and friendly.

"Hi JP." I said nicely. I saw another girl come with a smile.

"Hey. What's your name?" Naina asked.

"Hey. I'm Tamanna. I'm an intern here too." We smiled at her and talked to each other for a while, trying to know each other well. They were very sweet and friendly! I felt as if someone was watching me and and saw a guy outside the locker room, looking at me intently. I made me feel really uncomfortable for some reason.

"Hey Sid! Come in!" I heard Naina call him. He walked up to us and smiled.

"Hey everyone. I'm Siddhant Modi. You can call me Sid."

"Hey Sid." I smiled at him which he gladly returned.

"Guys, I was told there were gonna be 7 interns here, but there are only 6 of us. Where is the other one?" JP asked. I wonder the same. Where was the other intern?

"I guess he must be here in a while. We still got like 5 more minutes until we report to Dr. Kirti."

"Yeah, I guess so." Tamanna agreed with me and I smiled.

"I've heard Dr. Kirti is hell strict. If he comes late, he's dead." Sid said.

"Yeah. Anyways. Let's select our lockers." Said Naina. There selected their lockers whereas I checked my phone for any messages.

Out of no where, I felt a gush of wind brush past me. I didn't know why, but I suddenly felt restless. I looked outside the locker room, trying to find something, but I didn't even know what it was.

"Piya?" I heard Tamanna and turned around to find everyone's eyes on me. "Are you okay? You seem very disturbed." She asked me worriedly.

"Yeah, I'm fine." I lied and forced a smile. In a few mintues all of us were called to out senior doctor's cabin. The others left and I followed them out. I was walking down in the corridor to Dr. Kirti's room when I suddenly stopped and turned around. The corridor was completely empty, but I knew someone else was also here, watching me. I could feel it. But ho was it? I knew someone was watching me, but who?

"Is anyone there?" I said in a low, but clear voice. No one came out. I thought it was just my imagination and turned around to leave.

I suddenly lost my balance and was about to fall but then felt a pair of strong arms grabbing me by my waist and turning me around. My hands were around him shoulder, hugging him tight with my eyes tightly shut. I was so scared to open my eyes, but i felt so safe. I just knew nothing could happen to me when he was holding me. I have no clue why, but that's how I felt.

Controlling my erratic heartbeat, I slowly pulled myself away from him and opened my eyes. I started into those dead black eyes, which were staring back at me intently. There was something about them which was pulling me towards him. I observed him carefully.

He had deep black eyes, broad forehead kissed by his long jet black hair, sharp nose, sexy lips. I could see his dimples as a light smile played on his lips. His toned chest was visible though his black shirt, which took hotness to a completely different level. His arms were still around me, pressing me into him.

"I-I'm... so-sorry." I stammered and felt his grip loosening around my waist and finally leaving me. I didn't like this. I didn't want to lose his warmth, but knew I had to.

"Piya?" I heard Yuvraj call me and turned around.

"Yeah?"

"What are you doing here? Come on, let's go."

"Yeah, I'm coming." He left with a nod and I turned around to thank him, but to my surprise, he wasn't there. I looked around, trying to find that face again, but failed. Where could he go? Was that just my imagination? But how could it be just my imagination? But... then where was he? Keeping those thoughts aside, I walked towards Dr. Kirti's cabin.

I went inside the cabin and stood along with the others. I had just come on time and I thanked God in my mind.

"Hello Dr. Kirti." She turned around in her seat and looked at us with an expressionless face.

"You're lucky. You're on time." She said so strictly that I couldn't help but be scared of her. I smiled meekly feeling her eyes on me. She stood up and took the clipboard from her table.

"Dr. Piya?"

"Here."

"Dr. Siddhant?"

"Here Dr. Kirti."

"Dr. Tamanna?"

"Here ma'am."

"Dr. Yuvraj?"

"Here."

"Dr. Naina?"

"Here doctor."

"Dr. Jitendra?"

"Here ma'am."

"Dr-" Before she could finish, the door opened and another person came.

"Sorry for being late doctor." I could feel my eyes widening seeing the same guy I met a few minutes back. Oh my Lord! So he's an intern here too!

"Dr. Abhay. You are late!" I felt my heart stopping as Dr. Kirti said his name. Abhay? I was hearing this name after 9 years! It brought back those memories from middle school. I felt his face flash before my eyes. I felt pain engulfing me. The pain of not being able to see him. The pain of not knowing where he was. The pain of my first love being incomplete.

I slowly looked up at him. He was looking straight at Dr. Kirti, probably unaware of the turmoil I was going through. Was he... no. He couldn't my Abhay. I had left those memories back in Kentucky and I will never go back to them again. I blinked my tears away and tried to pay attention to what Dr. Kirti was saying. She told us to get our ID cards and pagers which we did and then followed her.

We toured the entire hospital and Dr. Kirti explained to us what everything was. After the little tour, we arrived on the nurse station where all of us were supposed to come every morning.

"Interns. You all will report to me everyday at 8:00 in the morning. Do not be even a second late because I don't like people who are late for work. Since today is everyone's first day here, everyone is going to work in pairs and one person is going to work with me. Dr. Yuvraj and Dr. Naina, OPD. Dr. Siddhant and Dr. Tamanna, General Ward. Dr. JP, you'll be with me. And Dr. Abhay and Dr. Piya, Children's Ward. Everyone go to their duties." I felt my heart skip a beat knowing I'll be working with Abhay, but I reminded myself this was not my Abhay.

"Yes ma'am." We said together in unison and went to our duties for the day. Abhay and I were walking to the Children's Ward when I stopped him.

"Abhay."

"Yeah?"

"Umm... thanks."

"For what?" He frowned and questioned me.

"For saving me from falling."

"Oh, that. No problem." He smiled and winked at me, which brought a smile to my face.

"Soo... friends?" He extended his hand and I looked at it for a second.

"Oh come on. If you're thinking this'll end up like the way they've showed in movies then you're completely right!" I scrunched my brows together, not being able to comprehend what he meant.

"What?"

"You know. First friendship then love, etc., etc. And by the way. I have no problem in that." His reply made me laugh.

"Please. You wish."

"So friends?"

"Friends." I shook hands with him with a big smile. Something was different about him which was already attracting me towards him, but I didn't know what. So I decided to go with the flow. Let's see what'll happen now.

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-Medzi-