She made her way through the beautifully decorated lobby of The Star, into its dim lit yet expensively furnished bar. Hopping on the bar stool, she smoothed the folds of her dress in place and flicked back a strand of hair.
Her kohl-lined eyes darted back and forth, soaking in the ambience along with its clientele. Akanksha's heartbeat slowed down to a normal pattern.
Her kohl-lined eyes darted back and forth, soaking in the ambience along with its clientele. Akanksha's heartbeat slowed down to a normal pattern.
The bartender glided over to enquire about the new customer's preferential spirit.
In his mid-20s, Rakesh was a seasoned bartender who had seen all types of drinkers. He was mentally assessing what would be her preferred poison. The conclusion was a glass of sangria/wine.
"How can i get the evening started?" asked Rakesh.
"Hi. Can i get a Watermelon Mojito with less mint leaves and salted rim, please" Akanksha replied.
Rakesh was pleasantly surprised by the order and glad he was proved wrong, since he loved making interesting cocktails and appreciated interesting requests.
A beautifully made cocktail appeared in front of her, eliciting a dazzling smile. It was her most preferred drink. A plate of hummus and pita accompanied the order. Akanksha was as comfortable as a couch potato in front of a TV.
Interest piqued, Rakesh inititated a conversation.
" Havent seen you around, first time at the Star? "
"Oh yes, New to the city and had read such great reviews on zomato. I had to experience it!"
"Excellent thought. What brings you to our city"
"Work and a bit of fernweh. This state is so beautiful, no wonder it is truly God's own country".
" Will someone be joining you for dinner. I can recommend a great sea food choice"
" Haha, sorry to disappoint. But am a vegetarian who shall be dining alone."
" My bad. My habit of interacting with guests makes me carried away with liberties at times"
" No problems, glad to have some company to talk to. "
" Have u done any sight seeing around? Again, i can recommend few things, Haha"
" Sure, please do. I have just been to the sea face marine drive, the cruise was interesting but at times, people ask me many personal questions here. As if am an exotic creature."
" Not to blame them, but its simple curiousity regarding what brings a beautiful girl to this side of the country"
" Is it your job profile to flatter everyone who has a drink here?"
" You are an exceptional case"
" Glad.. Atleast it will be a fun evening rather than personal musings"
After 2 Mojitos, 1 Bira white and amazing conversation with Rakesh, Akanksha was all set to return to her place.
" Hope to see you again back at the STAR. I shall make interesting fruity cocktail for u next time"
" Sounds delicious! Hey, Rakesh how about catching up for coffee as well.. I mean, if you would like to.. off duty hours" She was fumbling with her words yet hoping, a positive reply.
Rakesh's heartbeat was so erratic that he could hear it in dolby sound! Elated beyond words since he loved the ease of conversing with her on various topics!
"Sure, Give me your number and i shall ping you"
" Awesome.. See u soon.. My City google"
"How can i get the evening started?" asked Rakesh.
"Hi. Can i get a Watermelon Mojito with less mint leaves and salted rim, please" Akanksha replied.
Rakesh was pleasantly surprised by the order and glad he was proved wrong, since he loved making interesting cocktails and appreciated interesting requests.
A beautifully made cocktail appeared in front of her, eliciting a dazzling smile. It was her most preferred drink. A plate of hummus and pita accompanied the order. Akanksha was as comfortable as a couch potato in front of a TV.
Interest piqued, Rakesh inititated a conversation.
" Havent seen you around, first time at the Star? "
"Oh yes, New to the city and had read such great reviews on zomato. I had to experience it!"
"Excellent thought. What brings you to our city"
"Work and a bit of fernweh. This state is so beautiful, no wonder it is truly God's own country".
" Will someone be joining you for dinner. I can recommend a great sea food choice"
" Haha, sorry to disappoint. But am a vegetarian who shall be dining alone."
" My bad. My habit of interacting with guests makes me carried away with liberties at times"
" No problems, glad to have some company to talk to. "
" Have u done any sight seeing around? Again, i can recommend few things, Haha"
" Sure, please do. I have just been to the sea face marine drive, the cruise was interesting but at times, people ask me many personal questions here. As if am an exotic creature."
" Not to blame them, but its simple curiousity regarding what brings a beautiful girl to this side of the country"
" Is it your job profile to flatter everyone who has a drink here?"
" You are an exceptional case"
" Glad.. Atleast it will be a fun evening rather than personal musings"
After 2 Mojitos, 1 Bira white and amazing conversation with Rakesh, Akanksha was all set to return to her place.
" Hope to see you again back at the STAR. I shall make interesting fruity cocktail for u next time"
" Sounds delicious! Hey, Rakesh how about catching up for coffee as well.. I mean, if you would like to.. off duty hours" She was fumbling with her words yet hoping, a positive reply.
Rakesh's heartbeat was so erratic that he could hear it in dolby sound! Elated beyond words since he loved the ease of conversing with her on various topics!
"Sure, Give me your number and i shall ping you"
" Awesome.. See u soon.. My City google"