After a long day at work, Priyanka returns home. Music has been her solace since childhood, and she's glad to have found Naman, who mirrors her passion. They met in college, and now their friendship is a beautiful escape. Moreover, her best friend is married to him, which makes their relationship even better. As she remembers the moments she spent with Naman and Ishika, her lips curve into a smile. She can't help but giggle about her friends' teasing.

"Dekho Priya, agar kisi boyfriend ka chakkar hai toh bata do, auntyji se main baat kar lunga," Naman had said.

"Han, who's the lucky man? Pri, you can tell me!" Ishika insisted.

"Tumhe chhupana hai, chhupao, par I'm on the mission to uncover your secret. That too, before your birthday!" Naman had challenged her.

"Oh, you two! I'll let you know soon! Trust me!" She tried to convince them.

"Ishu, I am telling you, tum iski baaton mein mat aana, she will trick you. I'll open up the secret for you!" Naman had said.

Priyanka giggles. Well, she needs to reveal her secrets. Her secret of love, of course. She trails down memory lane to when she first met the love of her life, six months ago.

The Serenity Music Academy is known for holding stage shows that later turn into concerts. It's a fine day at the music academy when Priyanka walks into the office. Ishika hugs her, taking her by surprise. She leads her into the cabin, where Naman smiles warmly at her, and there's another gentleman in the cabin. As their eyes meet, he smiles sweetly, and she reciprocates the same. That's when Naman introduces the young gentleman as Dushyant Arora.

Priyanka becomes alert as she hears the name; she knows him. In reality, she follows him. He's an entrepreneur involved in media and owns Horizon News and Media Firm. Moreover, he loves to travel, so he's a columnist for a famous travel magazine. It's a coincidence that Priyanka reads the travel magazine and secretly adores this man.

"Oh my god! I never thought I'd be meeting you this soon!" She chuckles, surprising the other three.

"Aap mujhe jaanti hain?" Dushyant asks politely.

"Of course, Mr. Arora! I follow your news articles and also your travelogues! I've been meaning to meet you for quite some time, but yeah, maine nahi socha tha ki main aapse yahan milungi." She responds, her tone filled with enthusiasm.

"Well, I am here to seek a favor!" He responds, his tone light and gentle.

"Favor? What is it?" Priyanka asks.

"Priya, he's hosting a function related to business, and he wants someone from Serenity to perform there," Naman explains, providing the information she's looking for.

"What? Seriously? You could have called celebrities, Mr. Arora!" Priyanka is puzzled; she can't believe that he's come to them for help.

"Yeah, I could! Par jo quality aur jo talent main chahta hoon, vo nahi milta un celebrities mein. I need fresh faces and new, crisp talent. Aisa bhi ho sakta hai, aapke students ko hamare firm mein kaam karne ka mauka miley," Dushyant explains.

"Lekin ye toh aapke awards program hai na?" Priyanka asks, her curiosity piqued.

"Jee, par hum naye talent bhi dhoondhte rehte hain. Aur isliye main yahan aaya hoon. Naman mera bachpan ka dost hai, aur isliye main chahta hoon ki hum ek deal karein. For my events, you guys will prepare and perform therein," Dushyant looks at the other three.

"But it's an art, Mr. Arora! Aap isey deal na banayein," Priyanka requests, her tone gentle.

"Yeah, I know, but two arts can work simultaneously, Ms..." He glances at her, wanting to know her name.

"Priyanka Desai. Aur mujhe pasand nahi agar log art ko bhi business banate hain toh! I mean, yes, hum bhi paise lete hain, lekin aap toh deal strike karne aa gaye," she questions.

"Calm down, Pri! He's right, it's business. We will get more room and more exposure for our academy," Naman explains the benefits.

"Yeah, I guess this is a good idea. Naman, Pri! Tum logon ko ye sochna chahiye iss baare mein. In fact, agar hume deal nahi bhi karna hai, toh bhi hume Dushyant ji ke show mein zaroor jana chahiye," Ishika suggests.

"Alright, tum thik keh rahi ho, Ishu! Dushyant, we will perform in your show. Priyanka will be the lead performer," Naman declares.

Dushyant smiles, and they shake hands, sealing the promise. While Priyanka stands stunned, unable to retort Naman's decision. As Dushyant begins to leave, he peers into Priyanka's eyes while she feels a strange chill pass through her spine.

"I'll see you around, Ms. Priyanka! I will look forward to seeing you perform," he says, his tone gentle.

"Sure, Mr. Sehgal, I'm grateful to you," she says, a tender smile tugging at her lips.

After that, Dushyant leaves. Priyanka feels a sense of doubt, but Naman assures her that everything will be fine. She nods affirmatively and gets busy with her work; she needs to train students in music. However, she feels Dushyant's words lingering in her mind. She just can't get over it.

Soon, it's lunchtime, and Priyanka is all set to begin her lunch when Naman comes by her side and takes his seat next to her. Priyanka is well aware that he's here to talk about something, maybe about the event that Dushyant suggested. However, she wants him to start the conversation.

"Pri, tumne kya socha hai?" Naman poses his first question.

"About that event? Of course, Naman, tumhe Mr. Sehgal se vaada kiya hai. Main tumhari baat kaise taal sakti hoon, agar tum chahte ho main jaun, toh main jaungi. Lekin mujhe bas ek hi baat ka darr hai ki agar hum waisa program nahi kar paye jaise vo chahte hain, toh kya hoga?" She peers into his eyes, which mirror her own doubt.

"Vo hum soch lenge, Priya! Dushyant keh raha tha ki wo program details bhejenge, uske baad hum apna program finalize kar sakte hain. Aur phir, we will need more people, maybe the senior students can help us. What do you say?" He asks, eager to know her thoughts.

"We have many students skilled in piano and guitar, aur vo jo do senior-most bachche hain na, Shreyansh aur Aditi, hum inhe le jaa sakte hain. Aditi ke liye ye bahut acha rahega, lekin tumhe unke parents se baat karni hogi." She says, to which Naman nods.

"Tum iss par kaam shuru karo, Pri. Agar humne ek show bhi Dushyant ke sath kar liya toh hume fayda hoga, aur main bhi yahi chahta hoon ki zyada se zyada log music mein skilled ho. Toh thodi bahut marketing toh humein bhi karni hogi. Tum ye sab dekho, I will talk to him." Naman says, explaining his views, and Priyanka only nods.

She has to follow his lead; of course, it will be their mutual decision, but the primary one will be Naman's.
A few days pass by. As the day of the event nears, a sense of doubt lingers, and Priyanka's heart flutters with fear. It's her first time performing on stage; well, it's a tie-up, and she doesn't want things to go wrong. She has been consistently boosting her students, but she is fearful herself.

Meanwhile, someone places a hand on her shoulder. She turns around to find the concerned faces of her best friends, Ishika and Naman. Ishika's face mirrors her own concern, while Naman looks confident.

"Pri, tu chinta mat kar, sab achche se ho jayega," she affirms.

"Han, Priya! Tumhe itna pareshan hone ki zaroorat nahi hai. This program will be a success." Naman says, his tone radiating the confidence he has instilled in her.

"Really? I hope the same; I don't want to ruin it for us and for Dushyant too." Priyanka replies.

"You'll only brighten the mood for the party, Priyanka! Please be confident and perform. I am sure, under your guidance, your students will do well." It's Dushyant who has entered the room, and he glances at the other three.

"Yeah, be confident, Pri, everything will be fine." Naman reiterates Dushyant's words, and Priyanka smiles.

She can't help but be grateful to have friends who have instilled all their trust in her and all she wants to do is put her best performance forward. After all, it's all about her growth as well. Ishika, sensing her discomfort, hugs her, giving her the support she needs. Meanwhile, Dushyant urges them to join the show in the auditorium and Naman agrees. Ishika and Naman move out of the room while Priyanka stays back, wanting to talk to her team; they've got a big responsibility on their shoulders.

Meanwhile, Dushyant turns back, wanting to talk to her but finds her talking to her team. Since a few days, she's been on his mind. The way she gives instructions and the way she performs has mesmerised him. She's in awe of her softness and gentle ways. The concerns for his show and doubts about her performance are all natural and she wants to do her best. He just wants to wish her the best. Meanwhile, her voice cuts through the silence.

"Mr Arora? Are you okay? Aap jaaiye." She says.

"Um...I... I just wanted to thank you, Priyanka!" He says, his tone gentle, and his eyes are fixated on her.

"Thanks, kisliye? Maine toh abhi tak apna kaam bhi khatam nahi kiya." She says, amused by his words.

"You're yearning to do your part, Priyanka. And I am glad of the same. I can see all the worries etched on your face, that effort to pull out everything nicely. I am thankful for that. " He says, his tone earnest.

"That's very kind of you. Main aapke liye perform kar rahi hoon, aur yeh hamari academy se iss tarah ka pehla performance hai, toh main nahi chahti mujhse ya mere students se koi galti hai. After all, the first impression is the last impression, right?" She says, peering right into his eyes.

"Yeah, I am pleased, and I know you will do well. All the best." Dushyant says, his tone soft.

"Thank you; I really hope I won't let you down." She says, while he wavers off her words, telling her that she will do good.

Priyanka smiles, she is touched by his gesture. He's been so kind towards her. She watches him as he leaves and then turns to her team, finding time for one more practice session. Well, she needs to make it a success, for the men-Naman and Dushaynt.

*****
The event goes splendidly well, and Priyanka and her team perform like professionals. She experiences a whole new world of success and confidence that she has never felt before. As she takes her last bow and heads off the stage, Dushyant and his team applaud.

"I'm proud of you, Priyanka! You did a splendid job," Dushyant says, shaking her hand.

"Thank you, Mr. Arora. I hope we work together in the future as well," she responds, her eyes reflecting her genuine gratitude.

"Of course! We'll definitely work together again. Let's see how this venture turns out," he smiles.

It's a memorable day, and Priyanka feels fulfilled. The hard work and the support from her friends have paid off, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her life. After the show, Dushyant seems to be in awe of her performance and mentions the name of Serenity Music Academy as a sponsor partner. He praises Priyanka a lot, leaving her touched. Soon after, their meetings become regular.

One fine day, Dushyant calls Priyanka and asks her to meet at a cozy café called "Cafe Delights." She hesitates at first but then agrees. That day, she begins to leave the academy early. Naman watches her get ready, and upon asking, she tells him that she has to meet a friend urgently, hiding the fact that she's meeting Dushyant. Naman lets the matter slide.

As she reaches Cafe Delights, she finds Dushyant already waiting for her. She takes her seat opposite him and greets him with a smile. She glances at him for a few minutes before speaking.

"What happened? Aapne mujhe iss tarah kyun bulaya?" she asks, her curiosity piqued.

"Priyanka, mujhe ghoomaa kar baat karna nahi aata, toh main seedhe point pe aata hoon. See, you know I am a travel enthusiast. So, we are having a conference in Kerala, and I want you to come with me. Music amidst the valleys, doesn't it sound good?" he asks.

"Um, you want me to come with you? Really?" she asks, her eyes wide open.

"Yeah, it's been three months since we met. I want you to accompany me," he says.

"And for the music thing, I need to inform Naman!" she says, being true to her friend.

"Sure, you can seek his permission. We can also have another show by Serenity there. That'll boost marketing," he says, his tone filled with concern.

"Okay, I will talk to him. Thanks for the offer," Priyanka responds as she takes a sip of the espresso coffee he ordered earlier.

"I should be thankful to you, Priyanka! I mean, I am in awe of your work. And so, I decided this," he says, while she feels a little blush creeping onto her cheeks.

"That's sweet, Mr. Sehgal. I hope we keep working together in the future," she says, a smile adorning her lips.

They have their coffee, chat about work and life, and soon part ways, with a longing to meet each other soon.

*****

Two months later, after the show amidst the Kerala valleys and with constant meetings with him, Priyanka feels herself drawn towards Dushyant. She doesn't know what he feels, but she feels a sense of joy and solace whenever he's around. His company has become the peace in the chaos of her life. Priyanka can't lie to herself; as she looks at her reflection in the mirror, she knows that there's something more to her friendship with Dushyant. Yes, it's been five months since she met him, and since then, life has changed.

Of course, it might be too early, but sometimes, when you meet the right people, the right chords are hit, and the bond formed is pious and sweet. Such is the bond she shares with Dushyant. However, she's unsure and hasn't told anyone, not even Ishika.

She's sitting in Cafe Delights, reflecting on her life until now. Now that Dushyant is in her life, her perspective has changed. She's not scared to make decisions; there's a confidence igniting within her, and she can't help but smile, embracing the challenges that Dushyant has brought into her life. Meanwhile, her trance breaks when someone offers her a balloon. She looks around and slowly sees Dushyant peeping through the bunch of balloons. Spending time with her has made him realize that Priyanka finds happiness in the little joys of life, and balloons are something she loves. Priyanka is delighted.

"Itne saare balloons!! Aaj kuch khaas hai kya?" she asks, looking up at him, who's now smiling at her.

"Haan, meri dost khaas hai," he replies cheekily.

"Aww, Dushyant, you always flatter me with your comments," she blushes.

"Aww, you're worth all the best things, Priyanka," he says, a crimson red coloring her cheeks.

Priyanka looks at him, and he asks her to follow him, as he has a surprise for her.

She looks at him, and she's jolted back to her past. She finds him sitting beside her, a constant smile on his lips as he watches her.

"Ms. Desai, it's your birthday in a few hours, and I think it's the perfect time for it. Why don't you tell them the truth?" he asks, and her lips curve into a smile.

"Vaise it's the right time. Here, this is for you!" he says, forwarding a small box toward her.

As she unwraps the box and opens it, she's elated; it's a diamond ring with their intertwined initials. She looks at him and kisses his cheek, thanking him for the gift.

"Will you marry me, Priyanka? Let's call it off and tell the world," he suggests, and she nods, too stunned to say anything.

Meanwhile, Dushyant slips the diamond ring on her finger. At the same time, Ishika and Naman enter the house and witness Dushyant slipping the ring on her finger.

"Huh, what's going on here? We need the full details, guys!"

"Come on, spill it! Agar tum nahi bataoge toh tumhari shadi kaise hogi?" Naman teases them.

However, Priyanka pulls them into a hug before settling in to narrate the story of her love.

To Be Continued.

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