Second meeting

That night, kirti is in her room, trying to focus on her studies. Her phone lights up with messages from Diya, who’s still teasing her about the mysterious “handsome Chinese businessman.” She shakes her head, setting the phone aside and trying to push thoughts of xiao zhan out of her mind. In the next room, her older brother is studying diligently,and her sister reading novel while her mother is busy preparing dinner in the kitchen, with her father lending a hand.

Meanwhile, in his hotel suite, xiao zhan is deep in conversation with his assistant, discussing the details of their project. Despite his focus on work, his mind drifts back to kirti’s fierce expressions and her defiant gaze. Her stare making it hard for him to concentrate.

Later that night, around midnight, kirti finally decides to call it a day. She lays in bed, but her thoughts keep returning to xiao zhan . She’s still frustrated by the whole situation, but there’s a strange curiosity lingering in her mind. She wonders why he’s pursuing this project and how someone could be so determined to disrupt their lives. As her mind wanders, she eventually drifts off to sleep.

In his hotel room, xiao zhan , too, struggles to fall asleep. kirti’s fiery expressions, her anger, and her determination play over and over in his mind. He’s intrigued by her passion and realizes he’s strangely drawn to her. Unable to shake these thoughts, he finally manages to doze off in the early hours of the morning.

The next day, kirti wakes up around 10 a.m., grateful for a day off from exams. After a leisurely breakfast with her family, she tries to shake off the memories of yesterday and enjoy her break.

xiao zhan, on the other hand, wakes up early, heading to the hotel gym for a workout. After his routine, he returns to his suite, has breakfast, and starts a series of video calls to continue his work. But even in the middle of his meetings, his thoughts occasionally wander back to kirti, her expressions still vivid in his mind.

In the evening, kirti heads out with her parents for a bit of shopping. Kirti gets ready for her shopping trip, her excitement showing as she hops on the bike with her parents. As always, she sits in the middle between her mom and dad—a position 😂she’s grown fond of, feeling safe and content surrounded by her family. They laugh as they ride to the mall, enjoying the evening together.

At the mall, Kirti browses through clothes, eagerly looking for something that catches her eye. She carefully picks a few options, relishing the freedom to choose and experiment with styles.

Meanwhile, Xiao Zhan, with a bit of free time, decides to visit the mall as well. He’s planning to buy some Indian chocolates as a gift for his younger sister back home, who’s been curious about Indian sweets and flavors. Wearing a mask to stay discreet, he strolls through the aisles, checking out the selection. As he walks, he glances around the bustling mall, taking in the unfamiliar yet vibrant atmosphere.

Just as he’s picking up a box of chocolates, he notices someone familiar from a distance—Kirti. He’s surprised to see her here, smiling and relaxed, looking entirely different from the tense, guarded girl he encountered before. Unknowingly, he finds himself watching her, captivated by her natural charm.

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