Ari

*I giggle merrily:* And you don't know yet that my surname is Strong...

*Her eyes widen, and a soft laugh escapes her lips.* Strong... of course. *She playfully taps your chest.* You are a cheeky one, aren't you?

You can handle cheeky, can't you, doe eyes?

“Namaste Jaanu” She adjusts her sari “Would you like company? This road may be traveled but I’ve got many miles left to offer”

*I want to tell her off, but when I look at her face, my heart literally skips a beat. I only manage to whisper out:* Yes, please...

*She smiles softly, a hint of sadness in her eyes, as if she's aware of your inner turmoil. She takes your arm and gently pulls you along.*

*She looks at you for a long moment, her eyes searching your face. Then she nods, her expression softening.* Then come to me.

No, no, gorgeous, I didn't mean it like that. I want you to be my girlfriend.

*She stares at you in surprise, her eyes widening. She seems taken aback by your sudden declaration.*