# BEFORE WE HAD A NAME *By Avii Anand* **Some love stories begin with a confession. Ours began long before we knew what to call it.** It started with an ordinary meeting, a glass of pineapple juice, and a conversation that neither of us knew would become a memory worth holding on to. What began as friendship slowly turned into something deeper. From exchanged numbers and Valentine's Day moments to birthday surprises, early-morning meetings, unexpected hugs, first kisses, and journeys that brought two hearts closer, every little moment became a part of a story neither of us planned to write. There were mistakes, regrets, distance, and goodbyes. There were moments when words failed, when emotions became difficult to understand, and when the fear of losing someone made their presence feel even more precious. And somewhere between all those ordinary days and unforgettable memories, we found something extraordinary. **Before We Had a Name** is a heartfelt journey of two people who became important to each other before they ever put a label on their bond. It is about friendship turning into love, trust growing through imperfect moments, and the beautiful uncertainty of discovering that someone has quietly become your world. This is not just a story about falling in love. It is a story about everything that happened *before* we finally called it love. Because sometimes, the most beautiful part of a relationship is the part when you are already everything to each other—but you haven't found the words to say it yet. *For Vanshika, and for every little moment that made us AviiVanshu.*