Rohan's eyes lingered on Aruna's smiling face as he left her residence. He couldn't deny the spark he felt, but his mind wandered to the past.
_Flashback_
Rohan, 25, stood in his parents' lavish living room, facing his father's stern expression.
"Rohan, you're old enough to settle down," his father said. "We've arranged a meeting with the Patel family's daughter, Nisha."
Rohan's reluctance was met with disapproval. "You'll do as we say, beta."
The meeting ended in disaster. Nisha's superficial nature and Rohan's lack of interest made it clear they weren't compatible.
_Rohan's Reflection_
Now, seven years later, Rohan wondered if he was ready for another arranged marriage. Aruna seemed different, but he couldn't shake off the feeling of unease.
_Aruna's Thoughts_
Meanwhile, Aruna couldn't stop thinking about Rohan. His kind eyes and genuine smile had left an impression. She confided in her best friend, Rukmini.
"He seems nice, but what if I'm making a mistake?" Aruna asked.
Rukmini's reassuring words didn't calm Aruna's nerves.
_Rohan's Workplace_
The next day, Rohan's assistant, Neha, interrupted his thoughts.
"Sir, your meeting with the marketing team is scheduled in 15 minutes."
Rohan nodded, refocusing on work.
_Aruna's Visit_
Later that evening, Aruna visited Rohan's office, curious about his work. As she walked in, Rohan's eyes lit up.
"I didn't expect you to come," Rohan said, smiling.
Aruna's heart skipped a beat. "I wanted to see where you spend most of your time."
As they strolled through the office, Rohan shared stories about his team and projects. Aruna listened intently, impressed by his passion.
_Connection_
Their conversation flowed effortlessly, and for the first time, Rohan felt like he could be himself.