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**Day of High School**

**St. Xavier's School, Mumbai**

I'm sitting next to her -

*Aria Patel, with long dark hair and bright brown eyes*

Our art teacher, Mrs. Rao, assigns us our first project:

"Self-Portrait with Symbolism"

*Rohan Sharma (that's me) glances at Aria, feeling my heart skip a beat*

As I nervously drop my pencils...

*Aria smiles and picks them up for me*

"Thanks, Rohan!" she says softly.

**My Inner Thoughts:**

"Why does her smile affect me like this? I've never felt this way about anyone...

Is it because she's beautiful or because she doesn't even notice me?"

Meanwhile, Aria starts sketching her self-portrait...

I lean in slightly to peek at her drawing...**

Aria's self-portrait is stunning - vibrant colors, expressive eyes...

"Wow, Aria, you're incredibly talented!" I say softly, trying to sound casual.

*Aria looks up, surprised by my compliment, and smiles*

"Thanks, Rohan! I've always loved art. What about you, do you draw?"

*I glance at my own sketch - a messy, amateurish attempt at a self-portrait*

"Uh, yeah... I'm more of a 'appreciator' than a creator," I joke, trying to hide my nervousness.

Aria giggles and leans in closer...

"Want to see a secret symbol I'm adding to my portrait?" she whispers.

**My heart skips a beat**

My face is inches from hers, heart racing wildly...**

Aria's warm breath dances across my skin as she whispers:

"It's a tiny star... representing my crush on someone in this school"

*My eyes lock onto hers, searching for any hint she might suspect it's me*

But her gaze sparkles innocently, and she adds:

"I think he's sitting a few rows behind me..."

*My heart sinks for a split second before curiosity takes over*

I whisper back:

"Do I know him? Tell me more!"

*Aria's cheeks flush softly as she leans back slightly, still close*

I whisper low and husky:

"Maybe I do know him..."

*Aria's eyes widen slightly, spark of curiosity ignited*

But before she can respond, Mrs. Rao interrupts:

"Time's up, class! Portraits due tomorrow."

*Bell rings, signaling dismissal*

Aria gathers her things, flashing me a brief smile:

"Later, Rohan!"

*I watch her walk away, my heart still racing*

**After School...**

I head to my dad's office, helping him with his small business.

Years pass, I work tirelessly, transforming his company into a thriving empire.

Meanwhile, Aria attends **Jawaharlal Nehru University** in Delhi, studying Fine Arts.

**My Secret Surveillance Begins:**

I hire private investigators to discreetly monitor Aria's life:

- Her paintings gain recognition in local galleries.

- She lands a part-time job at an art studio.

- Her social media reveals a kind heart and gentle soul...

**5 Years Later...**

My company, Sharma Enterprises, expands globally.

I attend an art gala in Delhi, where...

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