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At the College Tennis Court

An exciting game was underway between the girls on the college tennis court. With every shot and smash, the competition intensified, and the enthusiasm among the girls was evident. All the players were putting in their best performance, and the spectators were enjoying the match.

Then, suddenly, there was a stir near the field. Everyone's eyes turned toward that direction—Ankit had made his entry. His confidence, personality, and style were such that a silence fell over the crowd. Ankit's fame and attractive persona were such that every girl present couldn't take their eyes off him.

There had already been a lot of buzz among the college students about Ankit. "This is the same Ankit who won three sports," one boy said. "And I heard, he even defeated boxing champion Tihan!" another student added. Ankit's strength, his passion for sports, and his habit of winning had made him a star in college.

The girls' eyes were on Ankit, and some of them gathered around him, eager to talk about tennis. They asked him for some tips on the game and complimented him. Ankit answered their questions with humility and engaged in conversation with ease. His confidence and polite nature further impressed the girls. There was a different kind of craze among all the girls for him.

The Next Day

The next day, in class, a new entry was made. As soon as Ankit walked into the classroom, Professor Deshmukh entered with a new girl. "Class, this is our new student, Kanika," announced Deshmukh.

Kanika's beauty and confidence caught everyone's attention the moment she walked in. The boys began whispering about her looks. "Is it true that such a beautiful girl is in our class?" one boy said to his friend. Other boys said, "Looks like she could be a match for Ankit!"

When Kanika's gaze met Ankit's, they both looked at each other for a moment. She sat next to him, and Ankit smiled at her. Kanika tried to focus on her mission, but her curiosity and interest in Ankit began to grow naturally.

Ankit's routine, his stories of victories, and Kanika's entry had sparked a new kind of curiosity in the college.

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Next Day

Ankit and Lucky arrive at college together. Kanika greets them with a "Hi!" and Lucky and Ankit respond with a "Hi!" as they begin walking together.

"Do you both live together?" Kanika asks.

Lucky replies, "Yes, we live in Sarojini Nagar Society, our houses are just 100 meters apart."

Ankit says, "I've been called by Deshmukh Sir. You should head to class." Ankit leaves after that.

"Where do you live?" Kanika doesn't understand the question very well, but still replies, "I live near Golden Park."

Lucky, smiling, says, "Ankit and I run at Golden Park every morning. If you want, you can join us."

Kanika stammers, "No, no, I don't wake up early and I'm not really interested in those kinds of activities."

Just then, another girl speaks up, "I also live near Golden Park. Where do you live?"

Kanika becomes flustered and replies, "I've just shifted here and I live on rent."

At that moment, the class teacher arrives and takes everyone's attendance. Kanika is lost in thought. Last night, she had stayed at a hotel, and now staying near Golden Park seemed crucial for her.

During lunch, Ankit and Lucky head to the canteen. A group of boys surrounds Kanika.

"You live near Golden Park? I stay there too," one of them says.

"Would you like to watch a movie with us tonight, or come to a party?" another asks.

"Do you want to go for a walk with us in the morning?" yet another boy asks.

Kanika doesn't respond to any of them.

"Hey, don't bother her, get lost!" Lucky's authoritative voice rings out.

All the boys' faces show fear as they apologize and leave. Kanika turns around to see Lucky and Ankit standing behind her. Lucky and Ankit sit down for lunch, and Kanika joins them, thanking them.

Lucky says, "The thing is, you were sitting in our line. If anyone disrespects you, it would reflect poorly on us. I'll teach such people a lesson."

Kanika thinks to herself that behind Lucky's impressive attitude, Ankit must be involved. Both come to college together, sit together, have lunch together, and even attend classes together. Lucky is Ankit's only best friend. In college, as much power as Ankit holds, Lucky holds the same.

They go to their classes, and after the day ends, they head home, laughing and chatting.

"How close Ankit and Lucky have become!" says one guy.

"Ankit doesn't talk to others properly, but he's invited Lucky to his house. I saw a video of it on his YouTube," another guy adds.

Kanika overhears this and thinks to herself, "This video could be useful for me