❝ Some Pairs are made in Heaven, Some By Fate, Some By Coincidence, and Some By Connections Of Heart...

I don't think I'm sure in which category ours falls in...❞

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MEERA'S POV

" Tara, I'll be late today. You please carry on. I have to stay back at the University."

" Okay!! Honey. What about your dinner Or are you going out for a date? "

" Bullshit, Tara. You know we well. I'm too much preoccupied nowadays. I'll be back for dinner. If you need some groceries, call me. " I said packing my bag.

" Okay... Buh-bye... "

I had to reach the Film School at 9:00. We were suppose to go for sight analysis and plan accordingly.

Actually it was a get-together event of different Film Universities coming from over 30 nations to showcase their creativities. It was a sort of appreciation programme for all students. Now, our job was quite simple. To ensure that all the designing ranging from the stage till the lights and sounds and the technical department functions smoothly. We also had to design the set up. Lot of other agencies were involved too and their coordination was essential to make the event a success.

I was just entering the gates when I heard the last person on the earth I'd like to hear.

" So, Miss Arrogance is on time. "

It was none other than Kush's.
Why he has to spoil my day? I don't know but I already had started hating him.

" Excuse me! I never be late. From what I remember it's your habit. And don't you dare call me that."

" I'd say your memory is weak. Anyways, I'm never be late. So keep talking to yourself. I'm off. And by the way today the scheduled meet of officals is not in the Activity Room."

" Huh? But Alan said yesterday that we're meeting at same place. "

" New day, New plans. FYI, It's in the ground. Bye..."

I saw him walking briskly away. I thought maybe the team might have forgotten to tell me. But I checked the group too. Nothing was updated. I saw the time. It was already 9. I walked towards the ground. It was a bit away from the main building. It was the place where the event is to be held. Perhaps, they might meet there.

It took me 5 minutes to reach there.
But I was surprised to find only few workers working. Neither Ron nor Jenny not even Kush. Where the hell they were?
I searched for them for a while. Then I called Adam as I saw his name first on my contact list.

" Oh! Meera where are you? We are waiting for you in the Activity Room . Even Jenny has arrived..."

" What?? But Kush said... "

" He's here already. I see him is standing and laughing all by himself. Don't know on what?" He found it weird but I know it wasn't.

" He is laughing on me. Let it be, I'm coming..."

I was totally frustrated. How can he lie?

Such a jerky liar...

" Sorry Guys, I was misleaded."
I saw Kush. He was still grining. That smile. I hate it.

" Why did you lie? " I asked authoritatively going straight towards him.

" I didn't lie. I said the scheduled meet of the officials. I didn't say our meeting. How stupid of you." 

Uh-huh....

Did I look like a fool?

" Meera, we don't have any scheduled meet with officials... Remember..." I couldn't answer coz he was correct.

" I think I was also correct about your memory... " He smriked.

" Dare you..."
Just then Bob called.

" Meera Kush, What are you guys talking about? C'mon here we have some news."

" We have decided to team up all of you in pairs. So that the work becomes much more easier. " Leo said.

Rohan continued, " So we've made up the pairs. Jenny and Joe will look after the management and proceedings. Addie and Adam will look into the visuals and invitations. Ron and Paul will help us in the arrangements and coordination of the different school coming in. And lastly Meera and Kush will do the blueprints and designing of the set along with the media promotions."

I glanced a hard look at Rohan and Alan. They had a warm smile, a smile assuring that everyone was 'Ok' with their decision. I looked at Kush and felt more irritated.

" But, Rohan, Ron and I too can handle the blueprints. "

" But we need 1 person from each team to do it efficiently so that we don't have lot of confusions. From their end Kush is the best guy with contacts. " Bob interrupted. I didn't really understand why he said 'contacts'.

I didn't understand why Kush didn't object. If he was Okay then why should I bother. I'll make him see how fabulous I'm at my work. Underestimating me is what he's gonna regret the most.

" Okay... " is all that I managed to say.

" So guys lets begin. I've emailed you the procedure and assignments along with the details of the task assigned to you. There are also some important contacts which you may need. We'll meet in half an hour at the ground for the official's meet. " Leo said.

" Look, I didn't lie." Kush came from behind and spoke.

" You know what, I really don't care."
I saw others pairing with their partners and discussing.

" I think we also should discuss some work and.." I started but couldn't finish.

" I'm bored already. Meet you at the ground. Bye. I think even you should get enough sleep. Look at your eyes. "

What...
He just walked away. I think I'm all alone in this. I've to manage all this thing on my own.

Oh God! And what about having enough sleep. And what the hell is wrong with my euse? Does he thinks I've dark circles?

Nonsense.

I took out my laptop trying ignored that jerk. I had lot of work to do apart from thinking about his wierd comments.

I felt jealous of others. They were a good team. I'm not even confident whether I'll be able to complete the work assigned or not. It's gonna be a big question mark.

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It was noon by the time I was partially done. We had to gather in the ground for the meet.  Kush was still nowhere to be seen. I didn't even have his cell number.

How will I coordinate....

I was about to leave when I heard my cell phone ringing. It was an unknown number.

" Yes, Who's this.. "

" HI! It's your partner in crime Miss. Have you decided to compete me in getting late. The officials are about to arrive."

Think of the devil and there he is.

" Kush... How in the Earth did you get my number? I was just thinking about you..."

" Ya I know, all girls think about me. " He was grinning, I knew that.

" Are you insane. I was saying that you vanished in thin air. Where am I suppose to search you. I don't have your number."

" Now that you have my number don't fuss. And come quick, I've a rapport here. I don't want people to think that I've a partner who is late. And, Yes I forgot to say, Don't stress your empty little brain in thinking from where the hell I got your number. It's not worth the time. " Saying so he hung up. I sighed thinking how badly have I messed up with him.

He just disconnected the line. But if Jenny and others were here how did he get it. Man! This guy is too much to handle.

I rushed to the ground. All the team members were present and were in deep conversation.
Kush was still no where to be seen. I was looking here and there but couldn't find him.

"Looking for me, are we?" He popped up from behind. I was startled for a second.

" Never in lifetime I look for you. " I answered.

Leo called out," Guys come here please."

Rohan continued, " There is a good news for you all. In order to appreciate your help, the Event Organisers have decided that whichever pair puts up a great show in the end will be awarded as the best pair of the Eve. "

Kush and I are gonna be the worst pair of all.

" Apart from you guys there are various other groups which will assit us. So competition is not a peice of cake. Also you need to set up a performance including both of your skills to entertain the guests. You'll be certified by the University which will definitely add a feather to your cap."Alan was explaining.

" Actually we were short of some acts so decided to take your help. As our theme revolves around Entertainment and Technology, we feel you guys are an amalgam of both. So, put on your creative thinking caps. "

" Get going. I'll post the time and venue of our next meet where we will catch up with each other's work. Meera, I need the blueprints ASAP. " Bob said.

Alan was still discussing with two other people who I think were the officials of the Organising Committee.

" Hmmmm.. Yes." I replied.

" So Kush, What's the Plan?" I asked after we dispersed.

" I'll go to my condo. Chill a bit and then off to meet some friends. Ya I have some homework too. That's it."

Really? This is his answer?

" I meant what about the project? I think we should discuss what we can do well. Aleast something presentable. With you being my partner I think ours will be superflop show. "

" Hey! Meera, Don't you think you think very lowly of yourself. Don't worry. When I'm here our's gonna Rock the Show... "

" It's gonna Shock the Show... " I  completed his line.

" Ohhhh! I haven't seen a more negative person, We will meet tomorrow and discuss. Take rest and Chill. "

I was really angry with him. So I left. I had to do my pending work.

" Hi! Mee...
Please bring bread and some veggies. "

It was Tara's message.

I repied a Okay!!

I stayed back till 5 with Jenny and others.
After we left, I went to the nearest store to buy some groceries and bread.

I had a laptop bag and two bags full of groceries. Juggling I went to the nearest bus stop when I saw Kush.

He was on his sports bike. It was a BMW I think. I don't know much about him. I don't even know his last name. Perhaps, he happens to be a spoilt son of a rich Dad. In a leather jacket, and a Ray Ban glares he turned his face around.

I thought he was going to his condo to rest. Then I saw a blonde girl in a mini skirt with a crop top walking towards him.

Ya! of course. The playboy. From what I saw they seemed in a fight. The girl seemed upset over something and was throwing tantrums. He was shaking his head sideways and I was standing just a few meters away when he noticed my presence. Surprisingly he waved. I think that agitated her more.

" So, this is your chilling time, escaping work and enjoying." I walked closer and  said in a taunting tone.

" Excuse me. That's none of your business." The blonde in 4 inches of heels replied.

" No Meera, Actually she is my friend." Kush seemed so out of words.

" Friend? Really? Am I your friend ?" Kush and I shared a similar Indian English accent while the blonde was an American.

I stood there speechless just observing them, perhaps even enjoying the show.

" Okay okay, she is my girl-friend... "
Kush separately said the words.

" Kush, I was your girlfriend. But I don't think you deserve me. Bye forever. I'm breaking up with you. "

Kush looked calm. It surprised me.

I saw my bus coming from the far end.

" Bye guys, carry on. Kush if you give a Break up party then don't forget to invite me." I was really laughing now. The blonde was looking at me like she is gonna kill me.

When I was about to climb Kush looked and winked at me. He was also smiling.
I don't think I know the reason but I'm sure it wasn't a cunning one.
It was a genuine smile, that made me wonder what a kind of person he really was.

Rest assured, I don't know whether they really broke up or not but Kush and I are paired up, for worst or for good that is what I leave on Fate to decide.

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Vruksha.