Chapter 52
Author: Meena
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Prakash's face contorted in confusion as Vidhur approached their table, a practiced smile plastered on his face. Haneesha, seizing the moment, launched into her act.

"Hi there!" she chirped, her voice dripping with forced cheer. "Yes, I'd like a strong coffee, please. And can you also spare some change? Like, fifty rupees perhaps?"

Vidhur, initially taken aback by her sudden request, quickly caught on to her silent plea. A playful grin tugged at his lips as he played along.

"Of course," he replied smoothly, his voice directed towards a seemingly oblivious Prakash. "One strong coffee coming right up. And for the change, would you like it in fives or tens?"

Haneesha, suppressing a smile, reached across the table and theatrically patted Prakash's hand. "Oh, don't worry about me, kind sir," she said, her voice dripping with mock sweetness. "This gentleman right here will handle the change. Won't you, Prakash?"

Prakash, finally catching on to the charade, spluttered in indignation. "Hanees
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