In that moment, the heaviness she had been carrying suddenly lightened. The excitement bubbled up within her, uncontrollable. He was making the effort. He was still there. And that meant everything.
Her heart skipped as she quickly packed some tarts from the café where she worked, making sure to carefully arrange them so they wouldn't be squashed on the way. This wasn't just about spending the day with D anymore; it was about sharing something meaningful with him. A new house. A new chapter. A glimpse into the future he was building. And she was going to be a part of it.
As she stepped outside, the autumn air kissed her cheeks, crisp and refreshing, carrying with it the distant echoes of festival celebrations. But for Somi, today wasn't about the grand, traditional festivities. It was about being with him.
Maybe Dashain wasn't going as she had imagined, but that didn't mean it couldn't be special in its own way. It could still hold magic, still be a day to remember. And her heart raced with excitement, because at last, the disappointment was replaced with anticipation.
Dashain wasn't ruined after all. ✨❤️
Her heart swelled with happiness. She had been ready to spend the festival alone, convincing herself it was okay, but now, D was making the effort. And that meant the world to her.
Without hesitation, Somi arranged for the day off from work, eager for what awaited her. The excitement only grew as she made her way to the location, the idea of being a part of D's world, his plans, making the day feel like a new beginning. She had even picked up a few extra treats, knowing that his friend, who lived nearby, would be joining them to look at the house. This was more than just a meeting—it was a shared experience, a memory in the making.
What had once seemed like a day destined for disappointment was now a promise of something unexpected, something special. Dashain, in its own quiet way, was unfolding into a celebration after all. ✨❤️
Somi had never been to this place before. It took her almost an hour and a half to reach, and the journey felt never-ending. She stared out of the window, lost in her thoughts.
Halfway through, her phone rang. It was D. 📞💬
"Hey, just wanted to let you know I called the estate agent," he said casually. "I told them it's our festival today, so I might not be able to join them."
Somi frowned. What? 🤨
"I have to drive my family somewhere," he continued. "My uncle is visiting after years, and my Dhaaama insisted I take her to see him."
Her heart sank. She had come all this way thinking they would look at the house together, but now, he was leaving her to do it alone? 💔
And then she heard him talking to the agent.
"My girlfriend will come to see the house. I won't be there, but I've shared her details with you."
Somi froze. Girlfriend? Just her? No, we'll go together. No, we'll meet the agent. Just her—alone.