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The year was 2008, a time when the world was alive with the sound of grunge music, the excitement of the upcoming summer youth fest in Udupi, and the unmistakable feel of a small high school in the heart of India. The halls of St. Xavier's High echoed with the laughter and chatter of students, dreams weaving through the corridors like the colourful threads of friendship, love, and aspiration. Among the sea of young faces were three inseparable friends: Inaaya Rathore, Atharv Chauhan, and Dhruv Singh.

Inaaya, with her sparkling eyes and infectious smile, was the glue that held the trio together. Atharv, the charming and ambitious boy who had always harbored a secret crush on Inaaya, found his world complete in their friendship. Dhruv, the kind-hearted and gentle soul, admired Inaaya from afar, nurturing a love so pure and profound that it was only a matter of time before he planned to reveal his heart to her.

But life, with its unpredictable twists and turns, had other plans. When Inaaya chose Atharv, Dhruv's heart shattered, unable to bear the truth of losing not just the girl he loved but also the camaraderie that defined his world. In a moment of despair, Dhruv ran away, only to meet with a tragic accident that snatched him away from his friends forever.

The news of Dhruv's death struck Inaaya like a lightning bolt. The boy who had been her confidant, her anchor, was gone. The weight of guilt pressed heavily on her shoulders as she learned about Dhruv's unspoken love for her and his intention to confess it, crushed by the revelation of her relationship with Atharv. Grief turned to resentment, and Inaaya's feelings for Atharv grew bitter. She blamed herself for Dhruv's untimely demise and severed all ties with Atharv, seeking solace and a fresh start at her Nani's house, far away from the memories that haunted her.

A decade passed, and the wounds of the past remained, albeit buried beneath the layers of time. Inaaya carved a new life for herself, but the shadows of her high school years lingered in the recesses of her heart. Fate, however, has a way of bringing people back to the crossroads they once left behind. When Inaaya's path crossed with Atharv's again, the old wounds threatened to reopen, and the unresolved emotions of their youth loomed large, demanding closure.

This is the story of Atharv and Inaaya, who found love in their childhood and then lost it. What will happen when fate brings them face to face once again? What will happen when they realize they haven't moved on since 2008? Will they reunite or part ways forever? Will they be able to heal each other? or take different paths?

As they stand on the precipice of the past and present, Inaaya and Atharv must confront the ghosts of their memories and the choices that forever altered their lives. In the backdrop of a nostalgic 2008, their journey towards forgiveness, understanding, and perhaps rekindling lost love begins anew.

This story is set from the year 2000 to the present day.

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Dear Readers,

Thank you for choosing my book. I hope you will find it as captivating and emotional as it was for me to write. Dive into the lives of Inaaya, Atharv, and Dhruv as they navigate the complexities of friendship, love, and loss from the vibrant days of 2008 to the present. I look forward to sharing this journey with you and hope it leaves a lasting impact on your hearts.

Happy reading!

Warm regards,
Aries_Tulika