Disclaimer : There is some harsh language towards the end, so read with caution and don't take it to heart. It is just fiction and not reflecting anyone's views.
Third person point of view
Their university life was going on fine. They both did well on their mid semester exams too. They all gathered for lunch again after the exams. Smrithi wanted to make sure to get an opportunity to talk to Dev. She sat beside him on one side and Aravind was on the other. Dev didn't talk much to her.
He either talked to someone who talked to him or with Aravind. Smrithi also initiated small talk with him and Dev talked to her. She was happy with the result. " Do you guys mind inviting us over ? " Rishi asked. Dev looked at Aravind who shrugged in response. Dev nodded. " Sure. This Saturday ? " All of them nodded.
Aravind and Dev cleaned the house more thoroughly by Saturday. They all came after one the other and they were all there. Smrithi paid extra attention and dressed up well. They all sat in the living room and chatted about various things. " What about lunch ? " " Let's order it ? " All of them agreed and did so.
While waiting for the lunch, they went to the front and back yards to look around. They could go around the house in a full circle. Aravind walked inside and saw Smrithi looking around cautiously. " Are you looking for something ? " She was startled to see Aravind. She actually wanted to sneak into their bedroom.
" Washroom ". She answered and Aravind showed it to her. She walked in but it didn't look like a bedroom in use. Aravind noticed her expression. " I am not the type of person who will let anyone into my bedroom ". Smrithi glared at him. Aravind walked out of there not wanting to bother with her. He already locked their bedroom anyway.
The lunch arrived and they all had it in the living room itself. They then played some games and had snacks. As the sky got darker, they ordered food. They suggested drinks so Dev and Rishi went to buy them. They laid a mat in the backyard and had dinner there. Dev walked into the house to take out some more drinks.
He turned around and saw Smrithi there. " Do you want something ? " " I... I just wanted to talk to you ". Dev nodded. " Now ? " Smrithi nodded. " What is it ? " " Actually... I... " Dev waited for her to speak. " Dev ! " They both heard Aravind's voice. Smrithi quickly hugged Dev shocking him. He tried to move away but couldn't.
" What are you doing ? What is wrong ? " Smrithi held onto him tighter without speaking. Aravind walked there and saw this scene. Dev looked uncomfortable while Smrithi was hugging him. Aravind rubbed his forehead. Dev noticed Aravind and his eyes went wide. He had bottles in both of his hands and so he couldn't push her away.
" It is not what you think ". Dev said as Aravind walked up to them. " How do you know what I am thinking ? " Aravind said in a sarcastic tone and Smrithi let Dev go. She looked at the both of them innocently. " You... are seriously an idiot ". Aravind said looking at her. Dev frowned. " You just wait ". Smrithi said and walked away.
Aravind rolled his eyes. He turned to Dev and smoothened his shirt. " What is wrong with her ? " Dev asked still confused. " She likes you ". Dev was shocked. " And you are also an idiot ". Aravind said and Dev looked down. " I didn't notice ". " Right. You only have eyes for me ". Aravind said and smiled.
Dev laughed. " Absolutely ". Aravind smiled wider and kissed his cheek. " Let's go ". He took the bottles from Dev and walked out. They went out and noticed Smrithi already left. They both gave a look to each other and acted like nothing happened. Their semester end came up and the both of them were busy studying.
Their exams were finally done and both of them did well this time too. Their holidays started. Rishi told them about a party being held not far away from where they lived. Dev told him he would let him know. The both of them picked up part time jobs. Aravind was working at a café while Dev worked at a repair shop. Dev inquired Aravind who shook his head.
" I am not really that interested. But if you want to you can go ". Dev contemplated. Aravind pecked his lips. " Don't worry. It is totally fine. Just go and relax ". Dev nodded. The party was at night. So he went back home after his shift, took a shower and kissed Aravind bye. He went to the address Rishi gave him.
He was later than the time Rishi told him. So there were people already dancing around and drinking. Dev searched for Rishi and finally found him. He spoke with him a little and they both picked up a cup each and downed it. Dev drank but decided to keep it moderate. But there were only strong drinks and he soon felt it getting into his system.
He stopped drinking and danced for a while. He turned around and saw Smrithi standing there. He frowned when he saw her. " Hello ". Smrithi smiled. Dev didn't say anything. He was about to walk away but she held his arm. " Talk to me once ". Dev thought for a second and nodded. He went along with her to the next floor and the music drowned out a little.
They walked into a room and Dev didn't notice that she locked it. " What do you want ? " " Of course I want you ". Smrithi said and pushed Dev onto the bed. " WHAT ARE YOU DOING ? " Dev was shocked out of his wits. She tried to get on top of him but Dev pushed her away. She stumbled back and Dev stood up.
" How can you be like this ? " " You are this handsome, smart and talented. Don't you think it is a pity to be with another guy ? " Dev frowned. " What ? " " I think you just didn't come across the right girl. Sleep with me. I won't ask for more. It is fine if you want it to be a secret too ". Dev scoffed. " Do you hear yourself ? " He didn't know how she was saying such things.
-MG