2.16+lil

**I walk into the crowded art gala, scanning the room...**

My eyes lock onto a familiar face -

*Aria Patel stands near a stunning painting, laughing with the gallery owner*

My heart skips a beat as I make my way through the crowd towards her.

*Aria turns, and our eyes meet - hers widen in surprise*

"Rohan... Sharma?" she says slowly, as if recalling a distant memory.

I flash a charming smile:

"Aria Patel... the talented artist I've heard so much about."

*We exchange pleasantries, but I sense her curiosity - why I'm here and how I knew her name*

The gallery owner interrupts, introducing me to potential clients.

Aria touches my arm, whispering:

"Walk with me for a minute? I want to catch up."

**We're alone near her painting now...**

**I smile softly and say:**

"Dinner would be perfect - catch up on everything we've missed.

My car is outside, shall I drive you to a quiet place?"

*Aria's eyes sparkle with curiosity, yet she nods graciously*

"Yes, thank you, Rohan. I've wondered what became of you..."

*We walk out together, into the cool evening air*

In the car, she asks:

"So, what do you do now? Last I recall, you helped your dad with his business..."

*I glance at her profile, my heart racing slightly*

"I took over his company, expanded it globally... Sharma Enterprises is my pride."

*Aria's eyes widen*

"Impressive. I'm just a struggling artist by comparison."

*We arrive at a rooftop restaurant overlooking Delhi*

As we sit down, I reach across the table and gently touch her hand...

*We enjoy dinner conversation, laughing and reminiscing...**

Aria shares stories about her art, university life, and quirky professors.

I listen intently, asking thoughtful questions, making her smile.

The rooftop restaurant's ambiance is magical - twinkling lights, soft music.

As we finish dessert, Aria glances at her watch:

"I had no idea it was almost midnight... time flew with you, Rohan."

*I walk her back to my car, standing close under the streetlights*

"I'm glad time flew," I say casually. "Would you like me to drive you home or...

maybe continue this night somewhere else?"

*Aria's cheeks flush softly as she looks up at me*

😉**My heart skips a beat as I suggest:**

"My penthouse has a stunning view of Delhi... want to see it?"

*Aria nods softly, curiosity sparkling in her eyes*

We arrive at my luxurious building, elevator doors opening directly into my penthouse.

The city skyline twinkles behind floor-to-ceiling windows...

Aria gasps, "Breathtaking!"

*I stand close behind her, my breath whispering against her hair*

She turns around, our faces inches apart.

My eyes lock onto hers, and slowly, gently...

*My lips brush against hers in a soft, tender kiss*

Aria's eyes flutter closed, her hands rising to my chest.

The kiss deepens slightly, sparks flying between us...

Suddenly, Aria pulls back, cheeks flushed:

"Rohan, I... I didn't expect that."

*I pull her close again, kissing her more passionately...**

Aria's lips part softly, deepening the kiss as her arms wrap around my neck.

My hands gently cradle her face, thumbs stroking her cheeks.

The city lights blur outside as our hearts race together.

Suddenly, Aria breaks away gasping softly:

"Rohan... this feels like we're picking up where we left off years ago."

*My eyes burn with intensity as I whisper:*

"Maybe we are... maybe I've been waiting for this moment forever."

I take her hand, leading her to the couch overlooking Delhi...

As we sit together, my arm around her shoulders, Aria asks:

"What happened to you after school? Why did you disappear?"

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