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तेरे बिना अधूरी थी मेरी हर धड़कन की गूँज,

तू आया तो ज़िंदगी ने पहली बार मुझे छू लिया।

अब तेरे साथ हर दर्द भी खूबसूरत लगता है,

क्योंकि तू है... तो हर लम्हा जिया-जाता है।

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*Meher's POV*

I was sleeping peacefully on my bed, then my mother, Sunita Rathore, came in my room, looked at my peacefully sleeping figure and an idea came up in her mind. She took the peacock's feather from the side table and started tickling me in the ear. She tried to control her laughter seeing my discomfort and I woke up getting all frustrated in the morning.

"Kya h yrr mummy, meri beauty sleep khrab kr di aapne," I said while waking up and rubbing my eyes.

[ what happened mummy? You ruined my beauty sleep]

"Oh sleeping beauty, wake up look its 8 in the morning and you're still sleeping in your bed. Get up or else you're going to be late for college," She called out

"Whattt!! 8!! why didn't you wake me up earlier I have to get ready and eat. Also I haven't picked up the dress I'll wear today," I said while panicking and going towards my cupboard, looking through my clothes.

"Bhot ache phle to khud mt utho or phir apni hi maa ko dosh do. Is din ke liye paida kiya tha tujhe," My mother said dramatically, putting her hand on her heart.

[ very good first don't wake up on your own and declared your mother the victim. Is this why I borned you?]

"Oh Mrs.Drama mummy, I'm not blaming you. Aur vse bhi apko koi kaise dosh de skta h, akhir aap The Meher Rathore ki mummy ho," I said while flipping my hair.

[ and how can someone blame you as you're the mother of the Meher Rathore ]

"Ok ok, but get ready quickly and come down to eat your breakfast vrna fir bhuke hi jana," She said, going out of the room.

[ otherwise go hungry]

"Ok aati hu," I called out and again started looking for clothes to wear suddenly a blue kurti caught my eyes.

[Ok coming]

"Aiye, ye maine kab kharidi? Chodo ye hi phn lekti hu," With this I closed my cupboard and went to get ready.

[ he, when did I bought it? Leave it I'll just wear it]

After bath and putting on minimal makeup, I came downstairs and sat on the dining table.

"Good morning pagal!" I said getting seated beside my sister

"Di di yrr subha subha too kuch acha bol diya kro, kya hmesha aise hi bolti rhti ho," Ishani, my little sister said while making a pout.

[ atleast say so.ething good in the morning why do you always say like this?]

"Aree tujhe nhi pta kitni satisfaction milti h tujhe preshan krke," i said.

[ you don't know how much satisfaction i get after teasing you]

"Bhuk lgi h khana do khana do bhai khana do," I said beating the table like tabla.

[ I'm hungry bring me food]

"Agr ye tabla bnd nhi hua na too tujhe tabla bna ke bhot marungi," she said while getting frustrated from the sound while my sister laughed at her reply.

[ if you doesn't stop beating the table then I'll beat you]

She came out of the kitchen with my favourite aalu ka paratha. At the same time my father arrived after attending a call.

"Good morning papa" I and Ishani said in unison, greeting him with a smile.

"Good morning dear," he replied and caressing our head. "How are you doing in college?"

"Great papa its really good. But there's a problem..."

"What beta? tell me"

"Actually what is the role of attending lectures if at last all I am going to do is only setting the runway on fire," I said flipping my hair and gaining a slap on my head from back by my mother while my father and sister only chuckled

"Well... iska koi jwab too mere pass bhi nhi h. You should ask this to your professors," He said shrugging his shoulders.

[ well i can't answer this too]

"Hmm...," I said while eating my food. "Sach me... aisa paratha to master chef vale bhi nhi bna skte mummy. You should appeal for work in a restaurant."

[ really... even master chef can't make this good food. Mom you should open a restaurant]

"Haa... or piche se jo tu kaand krke bhaite rhegi unko kon sambhalega," she said giggling and making Ishani laugh.

[ Yes... and who will handle the mess you'll create behind my back?]

"Jyada hi batti si nhi nikal rhi teri aaj kal," I said looking at Ishani

[ aren't you showing too much teeth these days?]

"By the way I have something to tell... Mr. and Mrs. Rathore are coming with their family tonight for dinner. I've invited them," My father said casually.

"Ab aayega na mza!!" Ishani said, already knowing what going to happen next.

[ now it'll be fun]

"Kyaa!! Iska mtlb vo gora bandar bhi aayega! Mummy, papa I am going to stay at Samaira's home tonight. Take care of the guest and don't worry about me,"

I said while getting all frustrated.

[ whatt! It means that monkey will also come]

"Khabardar agar tu khi gyi tho! Vo log itne dino baad milne aa rhe h aur tu kh rhi h ki ghr nhi rhegi. M bhi dekhti hu kha jayegi aur kya hua agar unka beta bhi sath aa rha h too? Kitna too pyara bacha h, tujhe nhi pta kya hi dikkat h." She said in her stern and scolding tone and I only winced in return.

[ Don't you dare they're coming after so many days and you're saying that you'll not be here? And what happened if their son is coming?]

"Koi baat nhi beta. Just dinner ki hi to baat h. Kya hua? Aur you don't have to be bothered, just have a nice talk with them," My father said in a calming tone.

[ It's ok child. Its just a dinner. What happened?]

"Aacha thik h but don't expect me to behave good with that bandar," I said with a done face.

[Ok then]

"Meher!! Ye kya badtameezi h?" My mother said angrily.

[ what type of thing is this?]

"Ha too kuch galat bola, vo to h hi langur," I said casually.

[ then what did i say wrong? He's a monkey]

"Haww! Didi aap mummy se kaise baat kr rhi ho? Bdi h vo aapse," Ishani said dramatically, adding ghee to the fire.

[ haww how are you talking to mom she's older then you!)

"Are are bas koi nhi I just told you and Meher aren't you getting late for your college? And Ishani come I'll drop you to school," my father said

[ okay enough]

"Oh ha! Bye papa, bye mummy ,byy chudail," I bid bye to all of them and grabbed my car keys and made my way to college.

*POV Ends*

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Samaira and Meher were sitting already in the class, waiting for Nyra. "Bhai kha rh gyi ye kamini? Isko kitni barr bola h ki subha time se uth jaya kr but nhi, devi ko to apne sapno ki duniya se fursat mile tb na," Meher said while making faces. Just then the professor entered.

[ where is that bastard? How many times we've told her to wake up early but she just doesn't listen]

"Goooooddddd Moorrrnnniiinnngggggg sirrrrrrrr," all of the students wished the professor with sleep still in their eyes.

"Gooooooddddd Moorrnninnnngggggg ssttuddentttssss," professor greeted them in the same way, making them chuckle.

We all sat and Meher nudged Samaira," Dekh gate ki taraf vo gaddar aaj aayi hi nhi, hume bhi bta deti, ham bhi chutti kr lete."

[ Look at the door she doesn't came yet, she could've told us, we would also not come]

Just then they heard a sss sound from the door. They turned our heads and saw Nyra, susing towards them to make space for her as the professor was busy taking attendance.

Samaira's eyes got widen seeing her."Hey bhagwan! Is ladki ka kya hoga!? Jaldi aa ab." She said while making some space for her, Meher only smiled. Nyra gestured them to take her bag and they did the same. And when Nyra was trying to enter the the class, Meher smirked and called out," Aree Nyra late kaise ho gyi?"

[ Oh god what will happen with this girl?]

[ Oh Nyra you?]

With this everyone turned their heads towards Nyra including the professor. "What time is it Nyra? Do you know the class timing?" Professor said sternly.

"Actually sir I had almost met with an accident, that's why I got a little late but I promise this would not happen again." Nyra said lied, trying to ease the situation.

"Oh that's ok. But from next time I don't want this type of behavior in my class." The professor said strictly.

" ok sir," Nyra said making her way towards the seat.

She sat beside Samaira while giving a tight glare to Meher. "Dushman na kre dost ne vo kaam kiya h..." she said making Samaira and Meher control their laugh.

[ enemies doesn't do the work which you friends have done]

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Later, they went in the canteen.

They were peacefully eating their food just then a senior came, drawing their attention towards him. "Good morning everyone! I am Shashank, your senior. I am here to inform all the freshers that we are going to organise a freshers' party. All of you are heartily invited there. And this is a couple party so you can ask each other but if you're not comfortable then you can come alone with your friends. The date will be announced soon."

After the announcement, the air shifted with excitement. Everyone was thinking

And talking about the party. What are they going to wear? Who are they asking for being their partners? When is the party?

Meher bubbled with excitement, " finally! I was waiting for a party. Let's join bro. We'll have fun and also partner jaruri thodi na h. We'll go with each other."

[ partners aren't important]

Samaira chimed in," Great! So it's decided that we'll go there."

"Ok but phle hi decide kr lenge ki kya phnna h especially tu Meher, last moment decision nhi chalega is barr farewell ki trah," Nyra taunted Meher.

[ ok but we'll decide the outfit early especially you Meher, last moment decision will not work like as farewell]

" Jaisi aapki aagya mate," Meher said joining her hands making Samairaand Nyra chuckle. Just by then a boy came to Samaira and asked," Hey Samaira, are you coming to the party? If yes, then can you be my partner?"

[ as you wish my lord]

"Actually I am going with my friends, so....," she said stretching her word.

"Oh it's ok I understand," he said sensing the uneasiness.

Just then he was about to go, but Meher called him," Hey Kabir, You can come with me."

"Ok then. we'll meet soon," and with this he went from there.

"Gadhar, hmse boli ki akele jana h too chalte h, or khud ab partner ke sath ja rhi h. Bhot bdiya ek baar phir dhokha de diya," Nyra said dramatically while wiping her fake tears.

[ liar, you said well go alone and now yourself are going with partner. ]

"Yrr us bichare ke face par na disappointment dekhi nhi gyi, bs isiliye mne bol diya," Meher said, trying to shrug it away.

[ i couldn't be able to see the disappointment on his face that's why i said this]

"Aree it's ok na hum dono sath rhenge," Samaira said comforting her.

[ its ok we'll go together]

"Acha thik h to chalo ab class me chalte h," Meher said standing up from the table.

[ ok now let's go to the class]

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After college, Meher came home and saw a sleek black car outside. She rolled her eyes, knowing who is it. As she entered the house, she was greeted with warm smiles and hugs.

"Namaste aunty," she greeted Mrs. Meena Rathore, her mother's best friend who engulfed her into a hug in return.

"Namaste beta, kaisi h? Aunty ki yaad nhi aati? Aaja bhaith," she gave her a polite smile, welcoming her to sit.

[ how are you? Don't you remember me? Come, sit]

"Are nhi nhi aunty, aap bhaithye, m fresh hoke aati hu," Meher replied politely.

[ Oh no no aunty you sit i'll go and get fresh n up]

Meena nodded in response and Meher turned to go to her room but saw Vikram, Meena's husband.

"Namaste uncle," she greeted him.

"Namaste beta," he replied politely.

With this she went to her room. When she entered the room, she started jumping in happiness." Yayy! Acha h vo langur nhi aaya, nhi too be vjha hi mera mood kharab ho jata uski vo not-so-handsome vali shakal dekh ke."

[ yay its good that monkey didn't came otherwise my mood will get worse by seeing his not so handsome face]

Then she went into the washroom, came after wearing fresh clothes and made her way her downstairs. But as she entered the hall, her smile disappeared, she saw Advay leaning against the door frame with his brother, Rohan.

Everyone was excited - except the two people who mattered most. Meher stood in the living room wearing a simple navy-blue kurta, arms crossed, eyes filled with irritation.

Advay leaned against the entrance doorway, scrolling his phone, pretending he wasn't annoyed. But the moment he saw Meher, he muttered under his breath,"Great. My evening just got worse."

"Don't worry. I'm allergic to you too," Meher shot back at him.

Before they could continue killing each other with words, both sets of parents entered, cheerful and glowing with pride.

"Look! Our families finally meet again after so long!," Advay's father exclaimed

"Yes, yes! Aur dekhiye bache kitne bde ho gye! So handsome!," Meher's mother chimed in.

[ Look how big kids have became]

Meher and Advay plastered the fakest smile humanity has ever.

"You look... decent today," Advay said while gritting his teeth but still smiling.

"And you look like you tried very hard?" Meher replied with a tight smile.

The parents clapped happily, thinking they were complimenting each other

Arnav (Meher's brother), Ishani and Rohan stood at the side, already exhausted.

"They're going to ruin this entire dinner, Andar se gut feeling aa rhi h," Arnav said.

[ i am having gut feelings]

"They ruin every room they breathe in together," Rohan replied

Everyone sat at the dining table. Meher served water to Advay, smiling like a saint.

"Aagr tumne ek bhi pani ki boond is tablecloth pr girai to, I'll drown you in the sink," Meher whispered through her smile

[ if you poured even a single drop of water on this tablecloth then]

"Relax. I don't need your help to escape this dinner," Advay said smiling politely.

"Beta Meher, serve Advay some salad," Sunita ordered her.

Advay's smirk widened. Meher picked up the salad bowl with the politest expression possible.

"Of course, Mumma," She leans to Advay, muttering," Hope you choke."

"Khushi se, If it gets me away from you." Advay whispered back.

[ with happiness]

Arnav covered his face.

"You know, Advay and Meher used to fight even when they were kids! So cute!," Meena chimed in making Advay almost choke on his water.

"Cute? I still have a scar because she hit me with a cricket bat," Advay replied back while showing the almost invisible scar on his head.

"YOU jumped in front of the bat!," Meher shot back.

"Aww... childhood memories!," Ishani said

"More like childhood attempted murder," Arnav said with a done face while Rohan elbowed him to stay quiet.

While the parents were busy discussing sweets, Advay leaned close to Meher's ear.

"Stop glaring at me. People will think you have eye problems."

"I do have eye problems. I keep seeing useless people in front of me," Meher said making Advay grin.

"Then close your eyes. I promise I won't mind," Advay shot bach at her.

Meher stabbed a paneer piece with extra force.

"If this continues, the paneer won't survive," Rohan whispered to Ishani.

"It's surprising...," Devendra looked closely at Advay and Meher

"...aaj tum dono lad nhi rhe ho."

[ you guys aren't fighting today]

Advay immediately sat up straight.

Meher folded her hands like a saint.

"Because Meher is being very polite," Advay replied with a fake smile.

"And Advay is being... tolerable," Meher replied back as her response.

The parents smiled proudly while Ishani whispered," Oscar-winning performance."

Then the dessert arrived, gulab jamun. Advay picked the last one, deliberately maintaining eye contact with Meher.

Meher's smile dropped," That was mine."

"Phle aao, phle Khao," Advay replied back to her. Under the table, she kicked him making Advay jerk.

[ Come first take first]

"Ow! Are you insane?," He whispered angrily

"Just fixing your posture," Meher replied with a sweet smile

Aarav whispere to Ishani," Should we escape?"

"Too late. We're trapped," Ishani replied.

After sometime when Meher reached for the water jug. Advay reached for it at the same time. Their hands bumped.

"Move your hand," she said

" Tum apna hath hatao," Advay replied

[ you remove yours]

Their parents watched, smiling, thinking it was cute.

"Aww... look how close they've become!," Sunita said smiling making both of their siblings tried to cover their mouths to hide laughter.

Advay leaned close, whispering,"

If your parents weren't watching, I'd have thrown this water on your face."

Meher whispered back,"

If your parents weren't watching, I would've thrown you."

Just as they were about to snap, Ishani stood up suddenly," Let's... take a family photo!" Arnav jumped up too.

"Yes! Before someone gets murdered with cutlery!"

The parents agreed happily. Advay and Meher stood side by side, stiff as statues.

They smiled for the picture.

Behind them, Kiara whispered,"

Can you two pretend to be normal for one second?"

"Tell him to stop breathing-," Meher said

"Tell her to stop existing-," Advay said

"JUST SMILE BOTH OF YOU!," Arnav scolded and the camera clicked and

the moment the flash ended, they turned away from each other again.

"Worst dinner ever," Advay said

"Worst company ever," said Meher making their siblings sighed in perfect harmony.

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Later, when Advay's family was about to go, a strong lightning striked in the sky, sending shivers down to Meher and making her eyes shut.

( A/n :- She have astraphobia aka fear of lightning)

Sunita's gaze quickly shifted to Meher and engulfed her into a hug. "ssh, ssh, nothing happen, just a small lightning." She said comforting Meher who was shivering.

A shift in Advay's eyes came seeing Meher's condition, even though he knew about this earlier.

"Bhaisahab mausam kuch jyada hi kharab hai, or aapko dur bhi jana h, is time ye safe nhi hoga, aaj aap log yhi ruk jaiye," Devendra advised

[ brother its not good to go out as you guys have a long way ahead you should stay here tonight]

"Ha ye thik kh rhe h or sath me hmare pass do bedrooms bhi h to aap log aaram se aaj raat ko ruk skte h," Sunita said in a concerning voice.

[ ya he's right and we also have two bedrooms where you can stay]

"Acha thik h, ham aaj raat yhi ruk jate h or fir kal subha jldi hi nikal jayenge," Meena said, sensing the situation.

[ okay we'll stay here tonight and will go tomorrow early morning]

Everyone was happy except those two people who were throwing draggers at each other.

"Iska mtlb is langur ko ek raat or jhelna pdega," Meher whispered in disbelief.

[ it means i have to tolerate this monkey one more night]

And with this everyone entered their respective rooms while Meher was still shifting in her bed. The rain had stopped, cool breeze was flowing sending chills on Meher's skin. Suddenly, an idea clicked into her mind, NIGHT OUT.

She decided to call Nyra, her crime partner, after two three rings she picked up the call," Abe oye kya kr rhi h" Meher asked excitedly.

[ hey what are you doing?]

"Chat pe bhaith ke dhup sek rhi hu," Nyra replied dramatically.

[ taking vitamin D at rooftop]

"Vo sab chod, m bhot bore ho rhi hu, chal na sneak out krte h," Meher said bubbingly.

[ leave it i am getting bored let's sneak out]

"Ha yrr vse bhi hme sneak out kiye 10 din ho gye h, aaj chlte h," Nyra said sitting on her bed.

[ ya and its been 10 days since we last sneaked out]

"Chal fir, tu vo vale park me mil, ma us sleeping beauty ke pass phone kr ke use uthati hu aur m hi use pick kr lungi, tu bs direct vhi aaja," Meher suggested.

[ ok then you come at the park I'll call that sleeping beauty and pick her up you just come at the park]

"Acha chl thik h m aati hu," Nyra said and disconnected the call.

[ ok then i'll be coming]

Meher sat up straight on her bed and dialled Samaira's number.

"Oye Sam let's sneak out, m tujhe pick krne aa rhi hu, tu tere ghr ke bahar aaja," Meher said in one go.

[ i am coming to pick you up co.e out your house]

"Oooo chennai express! Tham ja! And I am not going anywhere this time. Aur tune time dekha h 12:30 ho rhe h. M bhi so rhi hu tu bhi chup chap soja," Samaira saud in clear frustrated voice.

[ ooo chennai express stay on land its 12 30 and I am not going anywhere i am sleep you also sleep]

"You're no fun bro! Chal na please Nyra bhi aa rhi h," Meher said, making a pout.

[ Come na nyra is also coming]

"Yrr- Acha chl m 5 min me aati hu," Samaira said while getting up from her sleep.

[ ok I'm coming in 5 min]

Meher opened the door very quietly but still it made some sound." Yrr ye raat ko sab kuch itni tez aavaz kyu krta h? Even the slightest sound seems like a bomb blast"

[ Why does everything makes this much noise at night]

"Kha ja rhi h?," Arnav called from back.

[ where are you going?]

"Kuch nhi bs ek aur girls sneak out pe, chinta mt krna m 4 bje tk aa jaungi," Meher whispered without looking back.

[ nothing just another girls night out you just cill I'll come by 4]

"Ye ldki nhi sudhar skti," he muttered under his breath.

[ this girl can never be good]

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After 10 mins, Meher was standing outside of Samaira's house, waiting for her. Samaira came out of her house, quietly closing the door. As she came near her, she gave Meher a slap on her forehead.

"Ye tum logo ke chakar me m kisi din pakka jail ki hawa khaungi, or piche se mere mummy papa ka kya hoga?," Samaira said dramatically.

[ I'll go jail one day because of your both and what will happen to my mom and dad?]

"Oh sasti Meena kumari, chup chap gadi m bhaith ja or Chal," Meher replied back.

[ Oh cheap Meena kumari just sit in the car and come]

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On their way to Nyra, they found her on her bike.She waved at them and pulled up her helmet.

"Oye Meher! Race lagayegi? Koi bhi nhi h road pe,"Nyra asked enthusiastically.

[ wanna race? Noones around]

"Challenge accepted," and with that she pulled up the gear and race.

Meanwhile Samaira clenched to the seat only shouted." No- no, no,no," But despite her shouting, they increased their speed and both reached at the same time.

When they stopped and came out of the car, they saw Samaira hurriedly walking to the roadside and she started vomiting. Nyra and Meher quickly moved to her side and gave her water.

After sometime, Samaira's nausea disappeared and she turned towards them and slapped both of their faces. It was not to hard but enough for them to acknowledge their stupidity.

"Tum log pagal ho gyi ho kya? Pta k ye Kitna risky tha? Kuch ho jata to? Aur tu to samajdar h na Meher? To tu iske sath iski harkaton ko kyu bhadava de rhi h?

Bloody fucking people," Samaira bursted out completely.

[ have you guys gone mad? Do you know how much risky it was? What if something have happened? And Meher you're mature na then why you did this?]

"We are sorry yaar, aaj ke baad ase nhi krenge, vo to aaj bs excitement excitement me ho gya," Meher apologised.

[ we are sorry this will not happen again actually all this happened in excitement]

"Aaj ke baad aisa m krne hi nhi dungi, tum lod karoge kya," Samaira shouted

[ I'll not let this happen what you guys will do?]

"Chal ab baton pr mitti dal yaar. Just chill, aur vse bhi khabi khabi life me aise risk lene chaiye nhi to life ka mza nhi aata," Nyra said putting her hand around her shoulder.

[ its okay. Sometimes risk is important in life di it'll be interesting]

"Ham mar skte the Nyra!!," Samaira exclaimed.

[ we could've died nyra!! ]

"Mre to nhi na or vse bhi sach bta tujhe bhi maza aaya na?," Meher asked looking towards her face.

[ But we haven't and seriously you enjoyed it?]

And with that the girls burst out laughing together. The laugh they would hide like a treasure and preserve like gold.

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After sometime, they were sitting in a park. Suddenly then Nyra said," yrr bhuk lag rhi h."

[ I'm starving]

"I knew it. Isiliye mne chips or cupcake layi thi ghar se nikalte time," Samaira said while taking out the food from her bag and handing it to them.

[ that is why i brought chips and cupcake with me]

As they were eating the food, Meher asked," Btw what are you guys wearing at the freshers' party?"

"M to short bodycone dress phn rhi hu vo black vali jo ham abhi mall se laye the," Nyra said.

[ i am wearing that black dress we bought from mall]

" To fir m black vali saree phn leti hu," Meher said

[ then I'm wearing the bkack sare]

" to m bhi black vali frock phn lungi," Samaira said.

[ ok I'll wear the black frock then]

After sometime more, they bid bye to each other and headed towards their home. Meher dropped Samaira and came back to her house.

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Nyra unlocked the door and entered her house only to be seen by her mother.

"Where were you at this time? Whom were you with? Why did you go?," her mother asked almost scoldingly.

"Why should I tell you? Who are you in my life?," Nyra questioned

"I am your mother. And don't forget whom You're talking to," her mother replied

Nyra chuckled " Mother? Do you even know the meaning of this word? Because I don't think so," Nyra said

" How dare you to talk to me like that?" Her mother triggered her

" I am not in the mood to quarrel with you at this moment," Nyra said and walked to her room

" Besharam ladki," her mother called from behind

[ shameless girl]

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The clock on the hallway wall blinked 2:47 AM when Meher tip-toed into the house, heels in hand, hair messy. She closed the front door slowly... gently... silently...

Click.Perfect. Mission successful.

She exhaled, relieved-

Until she heard a voice from the dark.

"Long night, Ms.Rathore?," Advay asked

Meher's soul left her body.She froze. The corridor lights turned on automatically, revealing Advay leaning against the wall with crossed arms, looking like he had been waiting.

"You look... fresh. Must've been a very quiet sleep in your room," He asked with a smirk.

Meher clenched her jaw."What are you doing here?"

"Waiting for the entertainment, apparently."He looks her up and down.

"Aur tumne de hi diya."

[ and you gave it]

Meher glared at him."Hato samne se mujhe jana h."

[ move i have to go]

She tried walking past him, but he stepped forward, blocking her path."Where did you go, Meher?"

His voice was sweet-too sweet. That dangerous sweet.

"None of your business," Meher replied with a straight face

"Oh, but it is." He leaned closer." Especially when aunty and uncle think their precious daughter was sleeping peacefully in her room."

Meher's eyes widened,"Tum aisa bilkul nhi karoge!" She warned

[ you're not going to do this]

"Rok sko to rok lo," Advay said with a mischievous glint in his eyes

[ try if you can stop me]

She took a step back; he took one forward."Went out, didn't you? Girls' night out? Chilling? Roaming?

Looks like you had fun."

Meher swallowed, cheeks burning with embarrassment and irritation."I didn't do anything illegal."

"And you? You stalk people at 2 AM? Creepy behaviour, Mr. Rathore," Meher shot back at him.

Advay chuckled."Relax. M to bs pani peene aaya tha but..." Dramatic sigh

"Didn't expect to find Cinderella returning after losing her morals instead of her shoes."

Meher's mouth fell open."You-!"

"Hmm?" His teasing eyes sparkled. He was enjoying this too much.

"If you tell my parents, I swear- I'll-

I'll-," she tried hard to find words but couldn't

"You'll what? Throw glitter at me? Write me a sad poem?"

She pushed past him, but he caught her wrist gently, just stopping her.

"Say please," he said teasingly

She blinked."What?"

"Say please...so I don't tell your parents."

Meher stared at him as if he'd grown two heads."Never"

Advay leaned closer, whispering near her ear "Then tomorrow morning will be... interesting."

Meher yanked her hand back and hissed

,"Fine." While grittning teeth "Please."

Advay smirked victoriously."Hmm... that sounded painful. I like it."

She stormed away, fuming ,"I hate you."

He called after her, voice low and amused,"Goodnight, sneak out queen."

Meher slammed her door while Advay walked away, smiling.😁🫠

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ईश्क ये ख्वाब ख्वाब सा है,

मेरा बेहिसाब सा है,

तेरे लब्स चूमलू मैं,

उर्दु की किताब सा है

ईश्क ये ख्वाब ख्वाब सा है,

मेरा बेहिसाब सा है,

तेरे लब्स चूमलू मैं,

उर्दु की किताब सा है