Avik had been away from his hometown for a decade, serving in the Army, and the last thing he expected was to find love when he returned. But as he walked along the beach at the reunion party, he couldn't help but feel drawn to his childhood friend, Smita, who had become a successful journalist.
They had grown up together, playing in the streets and dreaming of their future. But when Avik left for the army, their paths diverged, and they lost touch. It was only when Smita contacted him for an interview that they reconnected, and now, as they walked along the shore, Avik felt his heart flutter at the sight of her.
Smita was beautiful, with long black hair and dark eyes that seemed to sparkle in the moonlight. She was wearing a red saree that hugged her curves, and Avik couldn't help but notice the way her hips swayed as she walked. He had never thought of her in a romantic way before, but now he found himself struggling to keep his thoughts under control.
They sat down on a rock and watched the waves crashing against the shore. Smita took out a bottle of wine and poured them both a glass. As they drank, they talked about old times, laughing and reminiscing. But underneath the lighthearted conversation, Avik could sense a tension building between them, a connection that went beyond friendship.
Suddenly, Smita turned to him and said, "Avik, do you ever wonder what our lives would have been like if you hadn't gone to the army?"
Avik thought for a moment before replying, "Sometimes. But I know I wouldn't be the person I am today if I hadn't gone. What about you?"
Smita took a sip of her wine before answering, "I don't know. I always thought I'd be a writer, but now that I'm a journalist, I can't imagine doing anything else. But I do miss you, Avik. I missed you a lot when you were gone."
Avik felt a knot form in his stomach as he realized that he felt the same way. He had missed Smita more than he could put into words, and now that he was back, he couldn't bear the thought of losing her again.
As if sensing his thoughts, Smita leaned in and kissed him. It was a gentle kiss at first, but as their lips touched, Avik felt a spark of desire ignite within him. He wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close, deepening the kiss until they were both gasping for air.
They broke apart, panting, and Smita whispered, "I've wanted to do that for so long, Avik. I always wondered what it would be like to kiss you."
Avik couldn't believe what was happening. He had never thought of Smita in a romantic way, but now that he had tasted her lips, he knew that he wanted more.
He leaned in to kiss her again, but just as their lips were about to meet, a voice interrupted them.
"Sorry to interrupt, but I need to talk to you, Smita."
It was Smita's editor, a middle-aged man with greying hair and a stern expression. Avik felt a pang of disappointment as Smita pulled away from him, but he tried to hide it as he stood up to leave.
Smita turned to him and said, "Avik, can you give me a few minutes? I'll meet you back at the party."
Avik went back to his hotel room, his mind racing with thoughts of Smita. He replayed the kiss in his mind over and over again, feeling the warmth of her lips against his. He couldn't believe that after all these years, he and Smita had finally confessed their feelings for each other.
As he lay on the bed, lost in thought, he heard a knock on the door. It was Smita. She was wearing a tiny sphagetti top and barely-there ripped denim shorts.