The buzz of the college fest filled the air as students prepared for the big day.
Events, decorations, and last-minute planning kept everyone busy, and amidst the chaos, Raghu took on the role of a volunteer.
His task was to guide the first-year students in organizing the event, securing sponsors, and managing logistics.
His calm demeanor and leadership skills quickly earned the respect of those he worked with.
Reena, meanwhile, found herself roped into performing a song for the cultural evening.
It wasn’t something she had planned, but her classmates had overheard her humming one day and insisted she participate.
Nervous but excited, she finally agreed, seeing it as a chance to break out of her shell.
As the fest progressed, Raghu’s sharp negotiation skills landed a couple of big sponsors for the event, impressing both faculty and students.
However, his focus remained on ensuring the smooth execution of the fest, staying mostly in the background.
The cultural evening arrived, and the auditorium filled with students and faculty.
Performances ranged from energetic dances to dramatic skits, each met with loud applause.
When Reena’s name was announced for a singing performance, a hush fell over the audience.
Taking the stage, Reena looked around nervously before closing her eyes and starting her rendition of Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gayi.
Her voice, simple and sweet, carried through the hall, enchanting everyone.
Raghu, busy with his duties backstage, paused when he heard the familiar melody.
He made his way to the side of the stage, watching Reena sing.
Her voice wasn’t just beautiful—it was sincere, filled with emotion.
For the first time, he saw a different side of her, one that surprised and amazed him.
The audience erupted into applause as Reena finished.
Her classmates, previously indifferent, approached her after the performance, praising her talent.
A few of them even introduced themselves, expressing interest in getting to know her better.
For the first time since joining college, Reena felt like she belonged.
Amid the crowd’s admiration, Reena’s eyes searched for one person—Raghu.
She spotted him near the wings, watching her quietly.
Their eyes met, and for a brief moment, she thought she saw a flicker of warmth.
Summoning her courage, she smiled, silently hoping it was a step toward their friendship.
But Raghu turned and walked away, leaving Reena with a mix of emotions.
She couldn’t tell whether his reaction was indifference or hesitation.
As Raghu stepped outside the hall, he couldn’t shake the impact of Reena’s performance.
Her song had stirred something in him, but his inner walls remained firm.
He wasn’t ready to let her in just yet, unsure if he could navigate the vulnerability that came with friendship.
Reena, now surrounded by classmates who wanted to befriend her, still felt the weight of Raghu’s silence.
Though she had taken a step forward in college life, her journey with Raghu remained uncertain, a thread of unspoken feelings hanging between them.
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