39 Rehearsals. (1/2)

As Farewell was getting close, juniors were planning the cultural programs, momentos and surprises for seniors. Tarak had planned a group dance with 6 boys, Thrishul had a comedy drama programand Punya was singing a song for them. Jyothi and Siri were part of classical dance program. Other batchmates had several other plans. As the countdown began, practicing after the class was very common.

Prakruth was sitting with his classmates and having lunch in the cafeteria.

”Have you seen juniors preparation, I think our farewell will be colorful” said Prajwal.

”Yeah, I saw a couple of dance practices. Highlight will be Punya's English song, her voice is divine” said Rahul. Roshni's face turned red in anger, she couldn't take that name.

”Is it? I never got a chance to hear it. Where is she practicing?” asked Prajwal.

”In the terrace garden under the water tank area. Ask Prakruth he might have a recording” Rahul winked.

”She's basically a classical singer, English song will be great to hear. Hey man, play it. I want to hear” asked Prajwal.

”No, I don't have. He's bluffing. In fact I haven't heard her song yet, this time.” said Prakruth.

”Whole day you spend with her, it is unbelievable that you haven't heard” teased Prajwal.

”Whole day?!!!!” exclaimed Roshni.

”Yeah have you seen how close they sit and talk. I tried couple of times to hear but it was impossible. Many of our college boys are jealous of Prakruth. All beauties fall for him”

said Rahul rolling his eyes.

”Shut up guys, nothing like that” he chuckled.

”OK OK, Let me ask you something. Answer frankly. Punya is close to you Right?” Rahul asked.

”Yes” said Prakruth.

”Closer than all of us, Right?”

”Kind of” he blushed. Prajwal and Rahul hooted in excitement. Roshni got up and left with her friends.

”Ignore her... we know you don't care that much for her. Good that she left...now you decide Roshni or Punya?” asked Prajwal.

”Guys do you want me to answer such questions?” asked Prakruth.

”I'm planning to propose Jyoti, this is my last chance. So you too decide” said Rahul.

”Last chance?” asked Prakruth.

”Hey Farewell is a wonderful opportunity to say your feelings, decide well. Plan or else you will blurt out nonsense. Trust me” said Prajwal.

”Guys don't spoil me, we're good friends. I'll lose her friendship too if she says no” said Prakruth.

Rahul and Prajwal hooted with a high-five. ”Finally you revealed that you love her. WOW” said Prajwal.

”Poor Roshni, Thank God she left or else she would kill you, right here” said Rahul.

”I don't think it is so easy to tell everything to her. If I see her eyes, I forget everything. We've decided to stay in touch even after college, so I'm not in hurry” said Prakruth.

”Oh fully planned life. Lucky man” Prajwal punched Prakruth on the shoulder.

”Both of you make a lovely pair, Roshni would look bold and odd with you. Silent, serious and sweet Punya looks cute with you” complimented Rahul.

”Please guys stop... You know 50% of love stories happen because of friends like you.... Now we'll go check the internal marks” said Prakruth. ”Yeah Yeah....” said the two boys and just followed him still teasing, giggling and hooting in excitement.