Anam's POV
I woke up with the sound of loud music and my sister's horrible voice singing along, I am not being rude here, just stating the truth. Unable to take more of it, I got up from the bed. I dropped the duvet on the floor and made my way out of my room. Actually, a shared room.
Let me introduce myself. I am Anam Khan, a software designer. I work at AMT software and I love my job. I live with my three sisters in Pune city. I am 22 the second oldest in the house and the loveliest girl. Well according to me at least. Surprisingly I am an Indian blonde with hazel eyes.
The four of us have been living in Pune for the last four, five years.
"will you stop that torture you call singing and let me sleep, my ears can't handle such a sweet voice you know "Noori stopped spinning around and made an innocent face? Sometimes I think she could get a degree in drama.
Well, time for the second introduction. Noori the youngest. She is still a high school student with an attitude and figure of a model. She is a little taller than me which is 5'4 and has silky long jet-black hair. We share a room and the same level of sarcasm.
" Thanks for the compliment Annu, I was just trying to wake up a sleeping monster" she gave me a mock bow and started dancing again. You see what I was talking about. Can someone explain to her that it's a sin to disturb people's sleep especially on SATURDAY? The smell of delicious breakfast reached my nose following it I entered the kitchen. Hayat my elder sister was making her world-famous breakfast.
Hayat is two years older than me. She is a real sweetheart and being the oldest she is the second mother to all of us. Hayat and I are the complete replicas of each other. She is a successful lawyer. She mostly works from home; she takes care of us supports us all the time.
I got comfortable in one of the dining chairs. Hayat saw me and came with a plate of pancakes and placed them in front of me.
" Asalamualiykum Hayat, that brat ruined my sleep" I whined to her, she smiled and kissed my forehead
" Waliykum Asalaam honey. Don't worry you can sleep later on" Hayat said and went back to her cooking.
"Where's Zyana I didn't see her " oh sorry I forget to tell you about Zyana she is younger than me she is 18. A fresh graduate, she is planning to do major in Education. She loves to teach kids and wants to be a teacher like my mom.
" She is doing yoga as usual; you should also join her Anam, it's good for you "she always gives me some advice. Hayat got her plate and sat beside me.
"Asalamualiykum girls, Anam you really woke up before 11 on Saturday, I can't believe this. Hayat we should note the date right " Zyana greeted me with a fake shock look as she entered the kitchen ending her daily yoga session which runs a little late on weekends.
" Waliykum Asalaam, I didn't wake up early, Noori ruined my precious sleep"
Zyana joined us getting food for herself, this is my life. I have the best sisters anyone could ask for, a job which I dearly enjoy, and a bunch of friends to complete the package.
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_Anam's POV" This is heavenly Hayat, really it's awesome " I praised Hayat. She is a good cook and keeps trying new things too. "Thanks, dear "she smiled at me." So, what's the plan for today it's weekend we should not waste it"" Let's go shopping it will be fun, what you say" Zyana suggested. Pune is famous for its prestigious universities and companies. It is not much crowded here and that's what I love most about my city, it's peaceful and safe. Pune is the IT Hub of India." That's a good idea, Zee, I am in and also need new shades and heels," I said." Sorry but I am broke, I am not coming," Noori said while eating pancakes." Come on Noori it's on me, what are sisters for "I patted her back. I am not going to go shopping without her.I received a bone-crushing hug from her and a sweet smile from Hayat. I know I am great and all but the fact is that it gets very boring to shop with Hayat and Zee. Noori and I are crime pa
I went into the kitchen to get some breakfast. It's Monday I have to be at work which is 20 minutes drive from here "Asalamu Alaykum Hayat, good morning, what's for the breakfast" I kissed her on the cheeks. "Wailuku salaam honey don't you think you are being late it's 8:00 already " she reminded me. While making some cheese sandwich which is for me, I assume. I got an apple from the fruit basket and settled on the kitchen counter. "Don't worry I told summit I will come late today. that I will come by 9:45 " I assured her. she is just like my mother always worried about us. I finished my breakfast and thanked Hayat for it. Usually, I drop Noori to school but her summer break has started so I will go alone. Zee is also free as her college hasn't started yet. Only I have loads of work. Yay me! "Bye Hayat " " Bye Anam, take care" I started music the minute I got in the car. I
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"Come on Aam wake up, do want to be late for the office" Noori was shaking me to wake me up but me being me was not ready to wake up. I ignored her. just after 15 sec of silence there was a huge bucket of water thrown at me. I gasped in horror. Everything was wet including my hair, my bed, and my hair again.Well Noori you are going to pay for this. I got up really fast throwing the blanket on the ground and started running to get her. She was already n the living room yelling like a madwoman. "THE ZOMBIE WOKE UP, EVERYBODY RRRUUUUNNNNN!!!" I groaned in anger. "You are going to pay for it Noori" I yelled. Like really who pours water on peacefully sleeping, human. Why she is so childish? As I take my phone which was on charging, I realized that Noori was right actually I am 30 seconds late to wake up. thank you so much, Noori. I git in the bathroom and did all
What !!!! he was standing there while I was singing. I was singing so badly that if a heart patient hears it he could definitely die. I sing so worst according to Noori. I am going to die of embarrassment. Can someone save me?Ok Anam you are overreacting now I think my conscience is right maybe I am overreacting. " Ok, Mr. Ayan let's start with the interview " I started reading his file. He stopped smirking and came towards the desk sat on the chair in front of me. I started with my questions. He was answering all very well I don't have much experience in taking interviews but still, I can say he is very smart. "Well Mr. Ayan you can join from tomorrow Suhana will explain everything to you " I saw the time it was only 10 minutes for lunch and I am hungry. "And don't be late, "I said he stood up and started to walk out. "by t
Noori's POV"Noori I am home " Zyana called from the living room. Finally, she is back and I am no more alone in the house. I walked into the living room and sat beside Zyana. Her eyes were closed she was leaning her back on the couch. I think she is tired." How was it, did you get selected " she didn't reply, she is asleep or just more tired.I went inside the kitchen and started making sandwiches for her with some coffee. Once I finished preparing food for her I went to wake up Zyana. I got back to wake her up. I shook her shoulders."Hey, get up " she opened her eyes yawning. I placed the food tray on the table and sat beside her. She sat up straight and I handed her the plate." Oh, I fell asleep here, I was really hungry thanks for the food " she started eating."So how did it go, did you get the job " she tried to answer but her mouth was full of food "but why are so interested in doing a job so early you still have a mo
"AANNNAAAMMMM" someone shouted in my ear and I am a hundred percent sure that the devil is Noori the great. Last night I was really tired. Maira and I went out to some South Indian restaurant, I texted Hayat before I went. We had lots of fun and did a little shopping too.Noori again shouted in my ear again to wake me up. I finally give away the idea of sleeping and woke up. Turning towards her I glared at her for disturbing my sleep at 6 in the morning. I think she has made it her new hobby to ruin my sleep." Why hell did you disturbed me, Noori. what happened ?""Actually Anam I just wanted to tell you that my break is over ""What? you woke me just to tell me your break is over, are you insane? whatever now go away and let me sleep " I pushed her down the bed and pulled the blanket over me."Noori check your purse and don't you dare disturb me again " she gave me a confused look and opened her bag to check and the next secondI was crushed
"So are we going in my car or walking? " I asked Ayan as we reached our office parking. "We are not going to walk" he said searching for something in his pocket. "Do you have any flying carpet like Aladdin or Doraemon's helicopter in your pocket " I raised an eyebrow at him. "you watch cartoons a lot " he smirked .a cute smirk.He told me to wait and disappeared in the parking area, I impatiently tapped my feet waiting for him. He came riding a gorgeous bike. My mouth was hanging wide open. I love bikes especially black ones. he had a smug look like he knew this was going to be my reaction. "Are you going to close your mouth or I should do it for you" I closed my mouth sheepishly and started shaking him. " OMG, you have a bike. I love bikes can I ride? please please please pretty please" I gave him my best puppy face. He shook his h
The doorbell rang, I got up cleaned the mess around me, and went to take the door. I opened the door to come face to face with the least expected person. " Farhan Bhai, what are you doing here " " I just missed everyone " I got a bear hug from him. I hugged him back. But this is a surprise, I didn't know he was coming. We walked inside and he went to fresh up. I made him some tea and got some snacks. When he came back we settled on the couch. He silently sipped his tea his eyes staring down. I sighed and placed a hand on his shoulder. " What happens Bhai, what is wrong" " You know Anam what is wrong " " Did you talk with Hayat, try to convince her" "How can I convince her when she has blocked me out for a week" " A week are you serious, I know you guys fight a lot but it never lasts for more than two hours" " That's why I am so worried Anam " he sighed running a
" Ayan are you okay "I waved my hand in front of his face to get his attention. For the last five minutes, Ayan just stared at me without blinking after I finished telling him my story. "Sorry for zoning out like that "" you know, I never told anyone all this. "" I am not avoiding Ammar because that he didn't date me but I am angry that he did to our friendship, he betrayed me for just a petty bet"" You value friendship a lot ""Yes I do, that's why I am going to give him a chance to explain himself "Ayan just nodded. We kept walking and soon we reached his bike. I waved him off and went home._________________________________________________________________________Ayan's POV I am an idiot. Anam told something she never told anyone and I just kept quiet and stared at her, I should have said something.Once I got my hand on Ammar I am going to break every bone in his body. How could he do
After dinner, everybody started leaving. Summit gave a ride to Mahira. She wanted to stay but had to leave because of work. Janvi went with her brother, he came to pick her., Hayat and Ammar were busy clearing the kitchen. Ayan said his greetings to everyone and started towards the door. I followed him out."Where are you going "he raised an eyebrow."Just going for a walk in the neighbourhood"I informed Hayat, took my scarf and phone, and went out of the door. I knew Ayan want to ask me something but he keeps quiet. We came down to the parking and I started towards the main gate. I needed some fresh air to clear my thoughts and it is my favourite time to take a walk. I am so lost in my thoughts that I did not notice Ayan was w/walking beside me. I stared at him. why was he coming with me? "Did you park your bike somewhere else?" I asked him. To which he just shrugged. "The
Anam's POV "Anam is there any special reason you called me at 10 am " Ayan reply sleeping " why could you be so cruel to ruin my sleep " "Hey, you can't complain I am the one who should complain here. my precious sleep got disturbed because of you" "Dear Miss Khan could you be a nice person and tell me the reason so that I can continue my sleep," he says in a gentlemanly tone. how can someone sound so good even half-sleeping? "Hayat had told me to invite you. We are having a small get together so be here in the afternoon " He muttered a small thanks and end the call. I think someone is too eager to be back to sleep but so well I am. Pulling the duvet over my head I drift to sleep. Hayat has this tradition of inviting everyone on the last Saturday of every month. She told me last night to invite Ayan but I forgot. __________________________________________ It was noisy like a market wi
Ayan's. POV I like her. I am trying to persuade my mind that I don't but I know that it is not true. The fact of the day is I like Anam khan. Since yesterday the same thing is going on in my head. My mother has been going on and on about Anam and her other students. I didn't complain because I was knowing more things about the old days when I was not there and more about Anam. I lived in Mumbai for almost all my life I never liked it here in Pune and that's why I lived in Mumbai, I moved there after middle school and got my degree there. When mum told me to get back to Pune after my sister got married, I thought my life is going to get boring. I never told mom but I was not planning on coming back to Pune ever. I decided I should tell her. but my older sister visited me in Mumbai before her wedding and told me that it was time that I take my responsibilities seriously and I agreed with my mom to come back. &nbs
I have been racking my brain to think of something that will change Hayat's decision or at least stop them from being mad at each other. She already underwent a lot and that's enough I don't want more sufferings for her. I don't want her to think she has to choose between us and her fiancé. "Anam hold this. It's too hot "Noori called from behind. I turned to her and she handed me a steamy cup of which I assume tasty chocolate. I was at my usual spot on the balcony, my thinking place. Noori came and sat beside me crossed legs on the floor. "Anam what's wrong " its nothing "then why were you crying? is everything okay " I didn't notice the tears on my cheeks until she reached and wiped it. "it's nothing Noori" I starred at my mug of hot chocolate to avoid her questioning gaze. I can't tell her even if I want to, Hayat will kill me if I did and I dont her worry abou
"Slow down Anam you are going too fast " Ayan shrieked in my ear. According to him, I was going very fast but I to ignored him as I was enjoining this a lot and there is no police to catch me. I speeded a little more just to annoy him. "Don't be scared Ayan just hold me and don't fall, " I said smugly. Damn my big mouth. He wrapped his arms around my waist. Well, I didn't believe in butterflies but now I do. My cheeks started to heat, I pushed all the mushy thoughts back and focused on driving. His breath fanned on my neck. After minutes of ignoring Ayan's complaints and the damned butterflies, I parked the bike in front of the café. I looked around for Hayat but her car was nowhere to be seen. I stood leaning back on the bike and Ayan was in front of me glaring, "That's it. I am not going to allow you to drive my bike again "Ayan scowled. "Are you going do this to me Ayan "I made a puppy face." you know I love to drive right" He r
Ammar wants a chance to explain but is he sorry for what he did? I can't just trust him again. I admit that I wanted to know the reason for what he did but I can't risk it. Should I give him a chance to explain? Should I let him in again? How would palak paneer taste like?? Ok, the last one was off-topic. But these questions have been swirling in my mind forever. "Is it your habit to zone out every often "Ayan commented looking back at me? I didn't even realize that we are already in front of his house and he was walking ahead of me. This time I did not ask to ride the bike and was quiet the whole time Ayan eyed me worrying. I just shrugged and speeded to catch with him. Ayan's place was 20 minutes ride from home. It is a three-story modern house with a lawn in front. " Should I call a doctor " I gave him a confused look "you haven't made any sarcastic comment in the last 20 minutes," he said like it is our issue which that be handled immediately.
It was Sunday my most favourite day because for many reasons first there will be no summit to annoy me. I know he is my best friend but that doesn't change the fact that he is an idiot. Second that I can roll in my bed the whole day and add this comfort Hayat makes something special to eat. "Anam come out " Noori called from the living room. I got out of my bed and dragged my ass to the living room and sprawled beside Noori she was reading a book which is a very rare site because according to her reading makes you insane. She swatted a little to give me more space. "What were you reading that too in the morning " "Anam it is 11 in the afternoon " "It is Sunday. so it is still morning for me " I got up and placed my head on her lap getting more comfortable. She started playing with my hair making me more sleepy. "Where is Hayat " I mumbled. "Not everyone is like you sleeping beauty, she went out to meet her client "