Chapter 12 Setting the Pace When it was past noon the next day, Chandra and Nithya, not wanting to make the other wait, reached well before the appointed hour. As they reached the rendezvous, while her face radiated charm, his gait exhibited confidence. “On my word,” she said heartily, “didn’t I tell you, you can’t get rid of me?” “You’re more beautiful than ever,” he said, mesmerized. “You look all so different.” “Thanks to your acceptance,” he took her hand, “seems I’ve gained in looks.” “I’m happy for you.” she said. “Let’s go to my mother who would feel