The restaurant buzzed with energy, the air filled with laughter, music, and the aroma of delicious food. Veeresh, Poornima, and his teammates had reserved a private section to celebrate the big win.

The boys raised their glasses, still in high spirits from the victory, though keeping the drinking moderate. Ray stood up, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

“Guys, listen to me!” he called, tapping his glass lightly to grab attention.

The chatter faded, all eyes turning toward him. Ray grinned. “I have some big news. I’m going to be a father!”

The group erupted in cheers, laughter, and congratulations. Slaps on the back, hugs, and playful teasing filled the table.

Ray chuckled and held up his hand for silence again. “And one more announcement…” He glanced at Veeresh with a grin, “Our leader — the unstoppable, the unbeatable — is finally married!”

A collective cheer rang out, and Veeresh felt a blush rise to his cheeks. But as he looked at Poornima, her eyes sparkling with pride and joy, he smiled — a real, warm smile.

Slowly, he reached over the table and squeezed her hand, a silent declaration of everything their marriage had become: trust, love, partnership.

Poornima’s smile widened, and she leaned slightly toward him, feeling his strength and warmth in that simple gesture.

The moment was theirs — amidst the laughter, the teasing, and the celebrations — a small but perfect affirmation that they were together, now and always.

And as the night went on, filled with jokes, toasts, and shared memories, Veeresh and Poornima sat side by side, hand in hand, smiling at the world — because in it, they finally had each other.