After arriving at the college, Drishti dashed towards her classroom, her heart pounding from both the run and the fear of being late. She slipped into the room just in time, her breaths shallow and rapid, and took a seat beside Prachika.

Prachika immediately turned to her, her eyes twinkling with mischief. "Why are you late today? Your cheeks look like ripe tomatoes!" She giggled, unable to contain her amusement.