Their paths first crossed at a college party, where they conversed just as friends. Months passed with minimal contact until lockdown, in which Aadit reached out to Hiral. Their conversations flourished, leading to many dates. Finally, in December 2020, Aadit took the plunge and asked Hiral to be his girlfriend.

As discussions regarding the future of their relationship blossomed, Aadit had already found the special ring. As a series of beautiful dates unfolded week after week, Hiral began to sense that the day she would receive the ring was approaching. On the way to the Malibu Winery, Aadit and Hiral took a stroll on the shores of the Pacific. Along with a surprise picnic, Hiral also got the surprise of her life. In front of the gleaming sunset and deep blue waves, Hiral found herself swept up in a whirlwind of emotions, as Aadit dropped to one knee and posed the question of his life. Hiral said the one word he longed to hear, “YES!”