The campus was alive with the energy of students rushing to classes and engaging in lively conversations. Ashwin and I had planned to meet by the campus pond again, continuing our ongoing discussions. However, as I approached our usual meeting spot, I noticed a figure already seated on the bench. It was Arul.
"Hey there!" Arul greeted with a grin as I approached.
"Hey, Arul," I replied, taking a seat next to him.
We fell into an animated conversation about his recent adventure tour, and I shared in his excitement as he recounted the thrill of trying new activities and exploring unfamiliar places.
Just as we were engrossed in our discussion, I noticed Ashwin's arrival out of the corner of my eye. His expression seemed a bit off—distant, almost. Arul seemed to sense the shift in the atmo
