What is happening to me?Why do these strange emotions flare just by looking at Amyra—emotions I’ve never experienced before?
It would make sense if this were about my girlfriend, Aditi. But this is wrong. So abnormally wrong!
I shouldn’t feel this way for another woman, especially not for my girlfriend’s elder sister.
“Sir! Your order!” the bartender calls, snapping me out of my thoughts. I grab the tray and return to the girls, handing over their drinks.
Aditi smiles widely, fingers brushing mine deliberately. Amyra, on the other hand, keeps her expression guarded and avoids even the slightest contact. That tiny move stings more than it should, but I mask it by sipping my drink.
“Wait, guys!” Aditi raises her glass, and we follow.
“Cheers to your one month at the company!” she squeals, grinning while Amyra smiles at her.
“And to your graduation completion,” Amyra adds gently, warmth in her eyes for her sister. A small smile tugs at my lips. She truly adores Aditi.
“Thanks, Di.” Aditi beams, and we take quiet sips.
“I heard your University mate Karan joined the company today, Reyansh. It must be exciting to have acquaintances at work!” Aditi smirks, just as Amyra and I exchange tense looks.
“Yes, Adi. I didn’t get a chance to befriend him in university, and since we’ll work together, I’m looking forward to it now.” Amyra says it casually, but for me, it feels like a bomb dropping inside my chest. More interactions between them. More conversations. More proximity.
And enough to drive me insane.
“You should focus on your job instead of making new friends,” I mutter under my breath, irritation leaking into my tone. Amyra rolls her eyes, glaring.
“Oh, come on, Reyansh! It’s not a crime to meet new people. You’re seriously intimidating my sister.” Aditi chuckles, her hand brushing mine again, but my eyes remain glued to Amyra.
“Okay, guys. Let me explore the place; music, dance floor, everything. I’ll give you both some privacy.” Amyra stands, but I quickly grab her wrist to stop her.
“No need to leave. We’ll go together. Come on, Aditi. And it’s not safe to go alone.” My gaze shifts to her, only to notice Aditi staring at our joined hands. I withdraw mine instantly.
My girlfriend is right here.
“No, Rey. I’ll be fine. And I need some space instead of sitting here third-wheeling you both.” She lets out a small laugh, so obviously fake.
“But your safety—”
“Let her go, Reyansh. Maybe she wants to look around alone. Sit here with me,” Aditi insists, patting the spot beside her. My eyes refuse to leave Amyra as she forces a quick smile at Aditi, then walks away with her head lowered.
A powerful urge rises to follow her, to make sure she’s okay, but I force myself to stay put. As she said, I’m not a single man chasing after her best friend. Her words hit hard.
And honestly… they shake the peace I was pretending to have.
“Reyansh!” Aditi’s soft call makes me shift beside her. She looks up with a bright smile.
“I’m not a big fan of loud DJ dancing. I prefer sitting in a corner and just vibing to the music. And now. I like having you beside me.” She wraps her hand around my arm and rests her head on my shoulder.
Immediately, memories flash. Amyra and I dancing like fools to rock music, laughing until our stomachs ache. We share the same tastes without even trying. We just click together effortlessly. I want to say it out loud, but I stop myself.
“And why would you stop Amyra Di from giving us space? Don’t you want to spend some alone time with me?” she asks, lifting her head with a small frown.
“O-of course, yes. I just reacted out of an old habit. We always move together, and I felt it odd the way she was allowed to be left alone.” My eyes automatically prickle, and I scan the club, searching for Amyra.
“Then you should change that habit for yourself, Reyansh.” Aditi chuckles, leaning back on my shoulder.
I should agree, but every cell in my body refuses to do that. My gaze keeps drifting until I finally spot Amyra sitting alone in a secluded corner with another drink, not dancing.
Why does she look uneasy? Why do I feel she needs me?
