Cigars in Kashmir

The sun had barely risen over the snow- capped mountains of Kashmir, casting a pale light on the quiet streets of Srinagar. Vineek, a young medical student, sat on the rooftop of his hostel, lost in thought. He had just confessed his love to Payal, the girl he had been admiring from afar for months. She was a fellow student at Byjus Academy, and Vineek couldn't believe his luck when she finally agreed to meet him in person.

As he puffed on his cigar, Vineek couldn't help but feel a sense of nervous excitement. He had never been in love before, and the thought of being with Payal made his heart race with anticipation. He glanced at his watch - 6:00 AM. She was supposed to meet him at the university entrance in an hour.
Vineek took a deep breath, trying to calm his nerves. He had planned the perfect day for her - a picnic in the scenic gardens of Shalimar Bagh, followed by a boat ride on the tranquil waters of Dal Lake. He had even packed a bottle of red wine and a box of chocolates, hoping to impress her with his romantic gestures.

But as he thought about their future, a...