||Dr. Douchebro and Nanital||

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His words settled in her mind. She knew he calls her Kohinoor but why she couldn't guess it. She never denies the feel it provides her. It makes her feel the same way as the 'titli' word of her mother use to. The most logical explanation she could come up as to why Dr. Douchebro calls her Kohinoor is that because they are friends and Friends happens to be diamonds!

Sitting beside him in a mini bus with which they decided to have a tour of Nanital, Anika couldn't help but ask "Why do you call me Kohinoor Shivaay?" Shivaay who was for now looking at the passing mountains and landscape turned toward Anika with his alluring smile and instead of replying cross questioned "What do you think why I call you kohinoor?"

"Because we are friends!"

Much to her surprise Dr. Douchebro burst into fits of laughter. What is the joke in this? Anika frowned at him, does he consider her a clown that he is laughing so hard but Anika can't deny that his laughter was magical and she liked to be the reason of it. This confusion is what she hates the most! Shivaay pulled her cheeks before muttering "You are way too cute and innocent my girl!"

Anika couldn't think of anything except the last two words 'my girl'. Was it just a random gesture and if not what does it meant? Does it also means that she is his friend?

Her thoughts came to rest as they reached their first destination that was Nanital Zoo Officially named as Bharat Ratna Pt. Govind Ballabh Pant High Altitude Zoo! She ran to the fee block so that she can pay for the entry fee but this time Omkara took the initiative making her frown like anything! Looks like the entire tour is going to hold a payment competition.

Rudra and Sahil were way more excited to see the various animals inside the Zoo. Rudra kept clicking pictures with the Animals. The variety of Animals here were quite diverse. Anika along with others gazed at the beauty of Royal Bengal Tiger, Himalayan Black Bear, Himalayan Martin, Himalayan Civet, Steppe Eagle, Hill Partridge, Tibetan Wolf, Japanese Macaque, Sambar, Barking Dear, Goral, Lady Amherst Pheasant, Silver Pheasant, Khalij Pheasant, Silver Golden Pheasant, CheerPheasant, Bornean Fireback Pheasant, Linneated Kalij Pheasant, Edwards Pheasant, White Pea Fowl, Red Jungle Fowl, Rose Ringed Parakeet, Blossom Headed Parakeet, Leopard and many more.

It took them nearly two and a half hours to finally get done with the tour of the zoo. Sahil took picture of each for his travel diary. Gazing at the Nanital lake from the top for another half an hour they moved inside the bus to get to their next destination not before getting Bhutta for everyone on Rudra's demand.

"You know Bhutta sharpens our brain!" commented Rudra as he sat on his seat. "Really? Then it's useless for you Rudy!" replied Om having a bite of his Bhutta. "Why?" asked Rudra to which Om snickered " because for sharpening the brain you should have one!"

Rudra frowned while others burst into fits of laughter. "Good one Om!" said Dr. Douchebro sharing a hii-fii with Om. Talking about the ICC Cricket World Cup they finally reached their next destination Tiffin Top also known as Dorothy's seat!

"Wow it look so beautiful!" commented Gauri as she looked the entire Nanital from the end point which was surrounded by Iron railings. The view from here was magical. "Why is it called Dorothy's seat SSO?" asked Sahil who was taking the picture in his Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5. "This place is named after an English painter Dorothy Kellet who used to sit at this very spot and paint and I really find it worth. It's so beautiful " replied Dr. Douchebro who was gazing at the scenery and Anika couldn't help but agree.

After taking various pictures they moved to their next destination which was St. John in Wilderness. The church was located in a hidden and serene location amidst the deodar forest. They have to walk down a bit to reach there since the bus couldn't come inside the forest.

"This Church was built to commemorate the victims of thelandslide of 1880. The church was named so after the Bishop of Calcutta was obliged tosleep in an unfinished house in the wilderness after falling ill." informed Dr Douchebro as everyone visited the cemetry. "How ironic is right be it any religious leader or the fictional superheroes they have to face a lot in their life!" commented Anika as she was strolling across the church along with Shivaay. Rudra and Sahil were busy clicking the pictures inside the church. Om and Gauri were way behind in their own company.

"Its not only the religious leaders or the superheroes who face problems in life, we all do. What makes them special is that there fight is not only for themselves it's for the entire society or the entire human clan." said Shivaay and Anika couldn't help but agree. She was always amazed how clear is his perception about everything.

"What is our next destination Shivaay?" asked Om as they settled in the bus. "Gurney house!" answered Shivaay. "What's that?" asked Rudra who was now sharing chips with Sahil. This trip really contain two kids. Sahil and a even smaller one Rudra!

"Gurney House refers to a cottage which is famous for being the residence of the Britishconservationist Jim Corbett. The materials used in the building were reused components of an older house which waspresent at that site. The house was sold to Mr. Sharda Prasad Varma in 1947 when the Corbettfamily left for Kenya and is presently owned by his granddaughter who allows a private tour ofthe house on request. " informed Dr. Douchebro. After the tour of the Gurney house and The Raj Bhavan which happen to be the residence of current Governor of Uttarkhand and Queen Elizabeth ones. The beautiful Garden of Raj Bhavan really fascinated Anika and others. It had several varieties of flowers specially the marigolds.

It was quite late when they stopped at a restaurant to have their Lunch. They had Tandori Roti, Sahi Paneer, Manchurian and Jeera Rice. After that they all had a piece of Bal Mithai, specialty of Uttarakhand. Even after all this Anika kind of missed the food made of Shivaay's hand but she didn't spoke it out!!

This time while the battle of paying the bill was going on between Om, Anika and Shivaay an agitated Rudra payed the bill surprising Shivaay to the core! Rudra paying the bill was something too hard to digest!!

After this they visited the Kilbury Bird Century which was located in a picturesque forest village called Pangot. The collection of over 200 varieties of birds in the century fascinated all of them. Rudra was busy clicking selfies along with the group when Om commented "Rudra enough now enjoy the moment as well you are just busy capturing it!"

"So I have to post on my social media!" replied Rudra in an obvious tone as Shivaay and Om rolled their eyes. Gauri and Anika were strolling down the century looking at Sahil who was busy clicking the pictures for his journal leaving the three men in their own company. "You know Shivaay I really don't get people nowadays, instead of living the moments they are more busy in capturing them. Like they will not live their life but will show others how they are living!"

"I agree Om, look at this Rudra he must have clicked nearly fifty pictures of us in this bird century only but he still not over it." commented Shivaay but Rudra didn't payed any attention. He was now clicking picture of Anika and Gauri without asking them since he wanted some candid.

An annoyed Om pulled Rudra's phone from him making him frown. "What O? I was capturing memories!" Om shook his head before replying "Rudra Lens can capture the moments, but your heart can live those moments. Lens can make beautiful memories but your heart can make this day beautiful so live these moments and capture them in your heart!"

Rudra looked at Om for a minute than took back his phone from him. "Look O I really don't know how to take photos in heart and how can I post it on Instagram from there so do one thing once we go back you teach me this art, than I will not take photos from phone!" replied Rudra and continued "Bhaiya birds are here stop staring at Anika dii!"

Shivaay glared Rudra as both Om and Shivaay slapped his head however Rudra was least bothered, he was back clicking the pictures. Om went toward Rudra and wrapped his hand around Rudra's shoulder "You know Rudy you are a really special friend of mine!" commented Om while Rudra looked at him for a moment before replying "Good so now as per your duty as a friend come let's click selfies!"

Om made Rudra face him and in a very serious tone said

Abhi to dosti suru hui hai

Waqt Aane pe dosti ka farz bhi nibhayenga

Dil par pathar rakh kar ek din

Aapko mental hospital chod aayenge!

{Friendship has just started

Would complete the duties of a friend when time comes

Keeping a stone on my heart

Would admit you in a mental asylum!}

Shivaay and Om burst out laughing while Rudra frowned "Good one Om!" said Shivaay in between his laughter while Rudra snickered glaring Om "It's not that funny O!" Rudra turned his back toward them and started clicking pictures when both Om and Shivaay smacked his head at the same time making him squeal in annoyance. God how much he hate being the small one here!

After this they went for their next destination which was Eco Cave Gardens. The park comprised of seven caves which are reachedthrough a narrow and winding road with amazing views during the commute. The thing that was of prime interest to Rudra and Sahil was the musical fountain. Om shook his head before whispering to Shivaay looking at how Rudra was squealing with joy seeing the fountain "He is still a kid Shivaay, how did he even become a commando?" Shivaay shrugged off chuckling.

They took some snacks before going back in the bus. "What is next Shivaay?" asked an excited Anika. Shivaay looked at her not missing the spark in her eyes as she asked him. That's what is the real Anika. The excitement in her voice gave a small glimpse of the careless real Anika. "Now we are going on a rope way our last destination for today!"

Anika smiled at him. The day had been so good. The beauty of nature, the amazing company of friends made her feel alive and full of zest like she use to feel once upon a time. Anika felt Dr. Douchebro's eyes on her only to find him looking at her with a sense of accomplishment!

They reached the ropeway point and it was four at a time for them. This time again Anika won the battle of paying the fees. "Shivaay don't you think we should have got kids ticket for Rudra!" commented Om chuckling and everyone except a frowning Rudra giggled.

Om and Gauri went with other visitors in one cable car and it took them about three and a half minutes to reach the other side. It was then Rudra, Sahil, Shivaay and Anika to go while Om and Gauri were coming back in the other cable car.

Anika looked at the view downside and it was just out of the world. The panoramic view of the Nanital lake looked so beautiful. The cable car stopped for about one minute in between as everyone admired the entire view of Nanital. "The lake look so tiny Shivaay!" Anika commented chuckling when she heard him saying "Yes beautiful!" Anika looked at him who was looking at her with his spectral eyes and alluring smile. He called the view beautiful right?

They reached the other part and took the descending cable which gave a bird eye view of the flats of Nanital. Rudra and Sahil were still busy clicking the pictures. Shivaay held Anika's hand and made her look at a particular point. "Look there Anika!" The view was spectacular, it was like someone had painted the sky. The sun by now orange as it was going down the horizon while it's orange glow casted a beautiful image on the picturesque snow covered mountains behind it. "It's beautiful Shivaay!" commented Anika as she felt his head quite close to her neck. She could feel his breadth on her ears as they turned pink with nervousness. She heard him whisper in a deep voice

"Not more then my aesthetic Kohinoor!"

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