|Chapter #9: The Treat|

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Ruhaani and her mother reach the hotel, The Savory Palette only to find Vineet waiting for them. He’s in a daze to find the mom and daughter wearing matching outfits.

 He’s eager to meet Ruhaani and as he glances at them, the girl is surely her mom’s shadow

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He’s eager to meet Ruhaani and as he glances at them, the girl is surely her mom’s shadow. Ruhaani greets him, folding and joining her hands. He taps her head caringly while she giggles. He then glances at Ruhana and says something that resonates deeply with her heart.

“Your daughter is your spitting image, Ruhana. She’s your younger version, for sure.” Vineet says.

“That’s so sweet of you, Vineet

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“That’s so sweet of you, Vineet. She’s my driving force, you know.” Ruhana replies with the same affection.

“Hehe! Uncle, meri mumma bina baat ke chinta karne lag jaati hai

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“Hehe! Uncle, meri mumma bina baat ke chinta karne lag jaati hai. Isliye main unke saath wahi karti hoon, jo wo mere sath karti thi.” Ruhaani chuckles, causing the other two to laugh.

“Aap haso mat! Main jab darti thi ya pareshan hoti thi toh Mumma mujhe try karne ke liye kehti thi. Toh I do the same.” She chuckles.

“Very good! I expected the same from you. Isliye toh tumhare liye ek kaam hai mere pas!” Vineet looks at the girl, her eyes twinkle with joy.

“Par mujhe bhook lagi hain! Mumma kehti hain pehle pet puja phir kaam duja!” She says innocently and tries to imitate her mum.

Vineet smiles and leads their way inside the restaurant. Ruhaani holds her mum’s hand and the two enter the place. They find themselves in a warm, cosy ambience. The place is well-lit with aromatic fragrances spreading in the environment. Ruhana finds that Vineet has already booked a table for three. She is surprised.

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