Episode 2: Pihu Sees Ethan

Shaina's House

Shaina opened the luggage, her eyes widening as she found Juwi's picture and her less expensive clothes. "That poor bitch took my bag and... I will make sure she pays dearly when I see her again," she muttered, her anger simmering.

Room10

In Room 10, Juwi was having a similar revelation. She opened Shaina's luggage, her eyes widening at the expensive clothes and designer accessories. Dimpy, one of their roommates, entered the room.

"Wow, what an expensive and beautiful clothes," Dimpy exclaimed.

Juwi quickly intervened. "These aren't mine. We exchanged luggage with her," she said, showing Shaina's ID to Dimpy.

Meanwhile, Pihu was lost in thought, walking into a bar to clear her mind about leaving her family and home. She ordered a drink and sat down, her eyes fixed on the glass. A British guy, Ethen, joined her.

"Hello, I'm Ethen," he said with a charming smile.

Pihu smiled, feeling a little more at ease. "I'm Pihu."

Ethen sat down beside her. "You're new, right?"

Pihu raised an eyebrow. "How did you know that?"

Ethen chuckled. "The pretty face of an Indian girl, of course."

Pihu laughed, and they continued talking, their conversation flowing easily. They discussed everything from their favorite foods to their hobbies. Pihu was surprised by how much they had in common.

Back in Room 10, Juwi was in the bathroom when Mauli, another roommate, came back with snacks. "Hey," Mauli said, trying to catch Dimpy's eye.

But Dimpy was cold. "I told you to stop talking to me, don't you understand?" she whispered harshly.

Mauli looked hurt. "Sorry," she mumbled, bringing out the snacks.

Juwi emerged from the bathroom, confused by the tension. Dimpy smiled falsely. "Hey Juwi, you're out already."

Mauli offered snacks. "Do you want some?"

Dimpy quickly intervened. "No, I don't want."

Juwi, sensing something was off, spoke up. "I want some, please."

Mauli's face lit up as she handed Juwi a snack. Dimpy's expression soured.

After finishing their drinks, Ethen invited Pihu to his apartment. "I thought you said we're going somewhere," Pihu said, looking around the dimly lit space.

"This is it, Pihu," Ethen said, moving closer.

Pihu's instincts kicked in as Ethen tried to hug her. She pushed him away. "What are you doing?" she asked, her voice firm.

Ethen's expression changed. "Come on, you're not that naive."

Pihu's eyes narrowed. "Sorry, but I'm not what you think I am. I'm not that type of girl."

Ethen's voice turned persuasive. "Come on, P."

He grabbed her hands, and Pihu reacted instinctively, slapping him across the face. "Get away from me," she said, her voice shaking with anger.

Ethen's smile was cold. "You'll regret this, Pihu."

Pihu turned and walked out of the apartment, her heart racing. She hailed a taxi and headed back to her hostel, trying to process what had just happened.

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