[prasannas2001]

 
Neetu let out a soft, contented sigh, surprised at how soothing it felt to have someone she trusted pay attention to her.
 
She closed her eyes for a moment, letting herself sink into the couch cushions and the warmth of Anjali’s touch.
 
From his chair, Rohan watched quietly, offering guidance rather than hands-on help.
 
“Try rolling your shoulders back a bit,” he suggested, demonstrating with slow, exaggerated movements that made Neetu laugh softly.
 
His voice was calm, easy, and the casual attention felt… different from anyone else she’d met before.
 
She noticed the way he observed her reactions, adjusting his instructions based on her comfort.
 
There was something quietly attentive about him that made her feel seen without feeling pressured.
 
After a minute, Anjali glanced at Rohan with a mischievous grin.
 
“Why don’t you show her a trick or two? Nothing crazy, just, help her loosen up,” she said, leaning back and watching them like an amused referee.
 
Neetu felt a flutter of nervous anticipation, unsure what to expect, but curious nonetheless.
 
Rohan moved closer, careful to keep a respectful distance, and suggested a simple shoulder stretch, guiding her arms gently while demonstrating.
 
“Here, just lift like this and roll slowly,” he said. Neetu followed, and their hands brushed briefly during the motion.
 
The contact was fleeting but enough to make her chest warm, a soft blush spreading across her cheeks.
 
She laughed lightly, a little embarrassed, and he smiled, his own expression open and friendly, with a hint of amusement.
 
“You’re surprisingly flexible,” he remarked, his tone playful but sincere.
 
“Most people can’t even get their shoulders to move that easily.” Neetu tilted her head, smiling.
 
“Well, maybe I’m trying extra hard to survive all these late-night assignments,” she joked, and his chuckle felt warm against her ears.
 
The room seemed to shrink around them, filled with laughter, soft music from the movie in the background, and the easy comfort of Anjali’s presence.