Oasis of Love Bound by Duty Entangled by Desire

"James, have you noticed the people flocking to the café today? They don't seem to run out!" Ananya whispered as they were busy inside their café, full of people.

"I did notice, dear. But it's great to see that the community continues to support us. It means that we are doing the right thing," answered James while he was also busy taking care of customers.

Ananya smiled. "Yes indeed. It's very fulfilling to see that our once simple dream has become this big and successful."

After a long day of work, the two of them sat in their office behind the café. Ananya noticed that James looked tired but there was a sparkle in his eyes. "James, are you okay? It seems we have been very busy these past few weeks."

James took a deep breath before answering. "Darling, I'm tired but I'm happy. I didn't think we could do it all. But, I'm just thinking, maybe we also need to stop once in a while and give ourselves time."

Ananya looked at James, wondering how they managed to keep all of this together. "You're right. Maybe we need to make more time for ourselves. But you know, James, no matter how busy we are, I'm happy doing this because I'm with you."

James smiled and held Ananya's hand. "Ananya, I'm always with you. And no matter what we face, I know we can do it as long as we are together."

A few days passed and James and Ananya tried to arrange their schedule. They planned more time for family, more time for themselves, and cut back on some café work so they could have a balanced lifestyle. In this way, their relationship deepens as a couple and as parents.

One evening, while having dinner with their children, Ananya noticed that the children seemed quiet. "Son, is there a problem?" he asked.

Their eldest son stood up and answered, "Mama, Papa, we just wanted to ask you if you have any plans to go on vacation. Sometimes, we miss being together in one place, like before."

James and Ananya looked at each other. They know that they have been busy these past few months, and they seem to neglect such simple requests of their children. "You're right," James replied. "We need to take time to go on vacation. Do you want us to go to the beach this weekend?"

The children were filled with joy. "Yes! Let's go to the beach, Mom, Dad!" they shouted, full of excitement.

The next day, James and Ananya start planning for their family getaway. They didn't mind the fatigue and stress of business-what mattered was that they could be with their children again and relax as a family.