"Helloooo Kartikkk!" Ishani shouted happily, her voice bubbling with excitement like that of a child. She stopped her scooty and waved her hand enthusiastically in front of a man standing outside the school, a bag clutched in one hand as he waited for someone.

As soon as he heard her cheerful call, his gaze shifted toward her, and a warm smile spread across his face. He noticed her still perched on her scooty, calling out his name again. In response, he waved back and began walking toward her, his smile mirroring hers—a smile meant for his girl.