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Chapter 1 - Shadows of the Heart

Scene 1 – Morning at Mehra House

The sun peeked through the curtains as Neha ran into Aarav's room.

"Bhaiya! Mom says we have guests today," she exclaimed.

Aarav, sipping his coffee, raised an eyebrow.

"Guests? Who?"

Neha grinned.

"You'll see… Riya Kapoor is coming!"

Aarav frowned. He vaguely remembered the name from an old school project.

"Riya Kapoor? Huh, alright…"

Scene 2 – Riya Arrives

Riya stepped into the house, carrying a small gift. She smiled warmly at Mrs. Mehra.

"Good morning, aunty. I hope I'm not late."

Mrs. Mehra hugged her.

"Oh, Riya! You're always welcome. Aarav, come meet her properly."

Aarav extended his hand politely, trying to hide his curiosity.

"Nice to meet you, Riya."

Riya's eyes sparkled.

"Likewise, Aarav."

There was a subtle spark—an unspoken connection that neither noticed immediately.

Scene 3 – Office Drama

Later, Aarav reached his office. Vikram smirked from across the room.

"Ah, Aarav! Heard about your morning guest?"

Aarav scowled.

"Keep your sarcasm to yourself, Vikram."

Vikram laughed.

"Oh, don't be so tense. Just saying… she seems interesting."

Aarav clenched his fists. Something about Vikram made him uneasy.

Scene 4 – Cliffhanger

That evening, Aarav received a mysterious message on his phone:

"Meet me at the park. Alone. – R"

His heart raced. Was it Riya? Or someone else?

The camera pans to Aarav's confused face as the screen fades to black.

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