Chapter-2

This ended the rivalry between Varun and Neha. Soon Varun and Neha would join each other in recess or in library. They didn't know that it was something other than friendship or may be it was. Yash knew what was going on and decided to patch them up.

Yash was the in charge of Annual concert and appointed Varun and Neha as anchor for the event. When Neha heard this, she was angry and went to Yash and asked him why he would do such thing. But Yash replied "it's not my fault teachers told me to do so."

Neha always had maintained a good relation with teachers and never argued with them. So she had to agree. They both started to practice. Due to Varun's bad oratory skills Neha would get frustrated at times but Varun knew about his weakness so he bared her. The day came; they both were getting ready and rehearsing their lines. The green room was restless and packed with people and stuff for the performance. Varun said "Let's go and rehearse at someplace quite." They both went upstairs. "Excited?" asked Neha.

"If making a fool out of yourself in front of thousands of audience is excitement to you, then yes I am excited" said Varun.

"Great" replied Neha.

Soon they were called and Neha and Varun went onto the stage. Varun's hands were trembling with fear. Neha saw that but this wasn't the moment to say anything. She held his hands. A huge wave of relief came into Varun's heart.

The lights were on and focused on them. And Neha began "Welcome ladies and gentlemen to the annual concert of Gujarat Public School. This year has been fantastic for and we want to convey our feelings to you, so here is our Musical Choir Group with a fantastic performance!"

The crowd cheered and lights dimmed. Neha dragged Varun to the green room which was empty. The only sound in there was of the air conditioner. Next up was Varun and Neha had only five minutes to do whatever she can to make him confident.

"Varun, this isn't the time to be afraid. We have practiced so much for this day. I really don't want to ruin this moment in my life. Tell me you understand."

Varun nodded lightly. Still shivering with all the fear inside him. 'What if I screw this up?' 'What if mess up my lines? I'll be called a fool for the rest of life. I don't want to be called a loser.'

Not a reaction from Varun's eyes. Neha held his head in his palms and kissed him gently on lips. Varun backed for a moment but was soon into it. Soon there was a knock on the door and they backed away.

"Varun! Are you in there? Hurry up it's your turn" shouted teacher as she banged on the door.

Varun got up wore his coat and hurried up to the stage. The musical performance was over and it was Varun's turn to take over the microphone.

"All the best!" shouted Yash from a distance. Varun smiled

After a brief moment Yash was shocked on how Varun was handling the crowd. Introducing the acts and reciting his lines like a pro. Neha came to the backstage.

"Kya kiya tune iske saath." (what have you done to him?) Asked Yash with a mischievous smile.

"Kuch bhi to nahi" (Nothing at all) Said Neha.

"Oh yeah! I almost forgot. What happens in Green Room, Stays in Green Room isn't it?" said Yash while he laughed.