Chapter 2 : Growing Attraction

Over the next few weeks, Ananya and Harsh found themselves bumping into each other more often. Whether it was in the library, the cafeteria, group projects, fate seemed to be pushing them together. Their interactions, though brief, were filled with a growing tension that both were acutely aware of but hesitant to acknowledge.

Sarah, ever the observant friend, noticed the subtle changes in Ananya's behavior.

"You like him, don't you?" she asked one evening as they sat in their dorm room, painting their nails.

Ananya blushed, trying to deny it. “He's just a friend, Sarah .“

"Friends don't look at each other the way you two do," Sarah retorted, her eyes twinkling with mischief.

Meanwhile, Harsh was grappling with his own feelings. He had never been one to get emotionally involved, always prioritizing his studies over relationships. But Ananya was different. Her kindness and beauty

captivated him, and he found himself thinking about her more often than not.

Adithya, noticing his friend's distraction, couldn't resist teasing him. Looks like Mr.Topper has a crush," he said one evening, clapping Harsh on the back.

Harsh sighed, knowing there was no point in denying it.

"She's...different," he admitted.

Adithya's playful demeanor softened. "Just be careful, Harsh. Don't let your guard down too easily."As Ananya and Harsh's friendship blossomed into a deeper attraction, they were unaware of the shadows lurking around them. Adithya, with his playboy reputation, had enemies who envied his charm and success. One of them was Raghav, a senior known for his dark, vengeful nature.

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Raghav had always harbored a grudge against Adithya and saw an opportunity to strike through Harsh and Ananya. He began to observe their interactions, waiting for the right moment to create chaos.

One evening, as Ananya and Harsh were walking back from the library, Raghav and his gang cornered them. "Well, well, if it isn't the campus nerd and his little princess," Raghav sneered.

Harsh stepped protectively in front of Ananya. "What do you want, Raghav?" he asked, his voice steady.

Raghav smirked. "Just a little fun. You see, I don't like it when people like you two think you can just live your perfect lives without any consequences."

Ananya's heart pounded in her chest as Raghav advanced.

She could see the malice in his eyes and knew they were in danger. The encounter with Raghav left Ananya shaken, but it also brought her and Harsh closer.

They spent more time together, finding solace in each other's company. Their bond deepened, and the lines between friendship and romance began to blur.

One evening, as they sat on a bench overlooking the campus, Harsh turned to Ananya, his eyes filled with intensity. "Ananya, I need to tell you something," he said, his voice trembling slightly.

Ananya's heart raced. She had been waiting for this moment, unsure of how to express her own feelings. "What is it, Harsh?" she asked softly.

"...l think I'm falling for you," he confessed, his eyes locking on to hers .

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