The grand hall is filled with beautifully dressed guests, Gagan arrives in a suit, he's looking at the room hoping to spot familiar faces
Gagan: Looks like everyone's excited to be here, I hope she's here too
Ananya arrives making her way through the crowd looking for Gagan
INT. Indiana Convention Center Main Hall
The ceremony is filled with writer's, Gagan is sitting at his table talking with other nominees Ananya approaches Gagan smiling holding a bouquet of roses
Ananya Gowda: Congratulations on being nominated (handing him the bouquet)
Gagan: (Taking the bouquet) You didn't have to but thank you and I'm sorry that you didn't get nominated this year
Ananya Gowda: It's ok (pointing her fingers towards the bouquet) there's something special in there, my number give me a call when the shows over
Gagan is surprised but smiles
Gagan: I will, thanks Ananya for everything
Ananya Gowda: (Teasing) I'll be waiting, don't leave me hanging ok?
Gagan: (Smiling) I won't
INT. Indiana Convention Center Backstage
Gagan is backstage waiting for the announcement of the winners, he holds the bouquet of roses Ananya gave
The announcement begins Gagan looks towards the stage holding the bouquet tightly
INT. Indiana Convention Centre Main Hall
The host announces the winner for author of the year, Gagan name is called, the crowd applauds as he makes his way to the stage
Gagan: I'd like to thank all of you for this incredible honor
The crowd applauds and Gagan exits the stage holding the award and bouquet
Cut to
INT. Cafe
Gagan and Ananya sit at a table sipping coffee and chatting, Gagan puts the bouquet on the table smiling at Ananya
Gagan: Thank you for coming tonight Ananya your support means more than you know l
Ananya Gowda: (Smiling) I wouldn't miss it
They continue talking and Ananya mentions how much she enjoyed reading Gagan's book
Ananya Gowda: Your book was incredible Gagan
Gagan: Thanks that means a lot, I've read Love's Like Stars, you are amazing
Ananya Gowda: (Blushing) (in her thought) he thinks I'm amazing
The End Of Chapter 09...