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Prologue #3
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Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 1
*Nicole Pov*What am I doing in this school in the first place? I want to go home, but… but Mom will not listen to me. With that conversation going on I tried to ignore the students around me trying to bully me.“Hey! What are you doing to her? Leave her alone!” I heard those words and turned to see a girl nearly my age walking near to me and they all scrambled away immediately making me frown.“Why are you letting them bully you?” she demanded with a frown of her own and I felt like maybe she will even bully me after knowing the truth and everyone are scared of her too.“I…” I couldn’t reply, to which she sighed and started playing with her nails but still waited for my reply.“I have a better question. Why are they bullying you?” she asked and I know for sure she must be elder than me because I don’t think any twelve year old kid will talk like this.“Well?” she asked, raising her eyebrows.“Because my Dad left me.” I replied, knowing well she will not leave it and took a step back
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 2
Before Ten years*Abdullah Pov*“Ali! The list of prospective brides have been made and sent by the kingdom council. Choose one if you want or else I will choose one for you.” I stated passing the file towards him over the table.However, he just sat there staring at me with a blank face before whispering, “I don’t want any of them.”“Did you choose anyone by yourself? Let me know her details and I will decide whether she is suitable to be a queen for this kingdom or not.” I said, hoping she is at least a princess of some small place.“No! I don’t want to marry at this age.” He said, frowning at me and I felt my minister stiffening beside me.“You are 21 years old, Ali. Why do you want to wait?” I asked, gesturing to the minister to keep calm.“All my friends are still studying further and you want me to marry?” he asked standing up.“I know! It was my mistake to send you to normal schools. I should have kept you within the kingdom, but your Mother was too stubborn. If she was here no
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 3
*Nicole Pov*“Madam!” I looked away from the map to see a few workers standing before me.“Yes? Why are you all not working?” I asked them frowning.They looked at each other, but didn’t open their mouths and I looked around to see where Rahim is so that they can talk to him freely but he is no where in my sight.Then I glanced at the tags they are wearing before glancing at the map to find the spot where they are suppose to work.“Is something wrong with the spot or anything else?” I asked, but still they stayed silent and fidgeted in their places.“What happened?” we heard a new voice and turned to see Rahim walking near to us.“I don’t know! They are not saying anything.” I replied, gesturing the people.One of them stepped near to Rahim and talked in some language which I didn’t understand at all. So, I waited calmly for Rahim to explain.He slowly nodded and looked far away, which is actually their spot before replying to them in the same language and send them away.“Actually th
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 4
*Nicole Pov*I thought yesterday the day got better then I don’t know what to describe today as because when I walked near to the place where I am supposed to work, he gave a nod pausing his work.Seeing that I paused myself not knowing what to say about that. Should I react anything and will he even acknowledge my reaction?So in the end I ignored it and prepared myself for a meeting with my team regarding the progress we made in this one week.“Ask the workers to be present for this meeting, Rahim. Now, they are part of this too.” I said when he reached me to inform everyone ready for the meeting.I waited for the workers along with the team and to my surprise along with everyone, even the Prince walked near to us.“I am sure we all had time to adjust to the area and get a feel of it. Now, we have removed some part of coverings from different spots. Any of you feel we shouldn’t get involved in searching for artifacts ourselves from this point onwards? I mean to say, any of you thin
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 5
*Nicole Pov*“What do you mean she needs my help?” I asked Rahim frowning.“I don’t know! She is asking for you and she made others stop working saying she will not do anything until you help her.” He replied making me frown more.“Why did you people take her for this project in the first place? First she was behind your prince and now something else.” I mumbled, standing up and glanced at Ali to see him digging without any feel for the surroundings.“Let’s go!” I said following Rahim and reached the spot to see the team waiting for me.“Madam! The labor is not listening to what we actually want. So, if you stay here and make them do the work it will be better.” She said the moment I asked her about the problem.So? She is stopping the whole work for this much? Didn’t she know that their work is not the main one but our own work is?“Very well! You go inside with them and give me the details of what can be actually seen.” I ordered and she gaped at me.“What? I am not here to make you
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 6
*Nicole Pov*“Sure! I will get it done.” I said with a smile and turned around leaving the place with the same smile until I reached my cabin.The moment I sat down, I glared at the door, wishing I can hit that man’s face right now. Because of that king this guy is treating me like a failure.It’s been two weeks since I returned and because I came back in the middle of the project my boss just made my competitor the promotion I wished for and now that Jack is irritating me like hell.I can’t blame my boss because no matter what is the reason, I came back without finishing the project. I glanced at my phone in surprise to see two missed calls from Rahim. Why is he calling me now? If he is calling me to ask about anything regarding the project, I will kill him along with Jack.I took a deep breath and called him glancing at the files before me which I have to go through. How did I fell to do this desk job from the field work?“Madam?” he asked the moment he lifted the call.“How are yo
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 7
*Nicole Pov*I know I wanted to punch him the moment I see him and the same determination continued even after reaching the project site, but then there was a slight blockage which stopped me from punching him.He stood near my tent with a smile on his face the moment I got down from the jeep. His smile broadened with the distance that is reducing between us.His smile is not the complete smile though. It was just a twitch in his lips but it was more wonderful than anyone’s complete smile because I never saw him doing it.“Hello!” he greeted with the same words we greet each other on the phone.I opened my mouth, but then stopped remembering Rahim behind me. I turned around with a smile who is smiling back at me widely.“Just give me an hour and I would like to talk with everyone.” I said to which he nodded and passed my luggage to me.Looking at my luggage my anger surfaced and this time I turned around, but without glancing at his face, I continued to walk into the tent.I dropped m
Last Updated : 2022-10-30Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 8
*Nicole Pov*“Finally!” I whispered clearing the last particles and smiled looking at the small article we found today morning.I just sat before it trying to not disturb anything if it is too delicate and I don’t know what time it is but all I know is we finally had one important achievement and I am sure we will achieve more.“Is it done?” I screamed, but concentrated on holding on to the article so that I will not let it slip from my hands.Otherwise all the work will go into drainage or shall I say into the desert. I took a deep breath and glanced to my side to see Ali standing there along with Rahim.Then I glanced to my other side to see the team looking at me. I sighed and placed the article carefully before standing up.“It’s a success.” I said, smiling at my team who cheered, except one before walking off.Then I glanced at Ali expecting him to be happy but all he is giving a blank expression. I smiled at Rahim, who smiled back and walked off.“What happened?” I asked, frown
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*Nicole Pov*“Thanks for your help, James.” I said, smiling at him when he finally took out the last box from my home.“No problem! But these are a lot of stuffs that are getting transported.” He commented when I followed him outside.“Yes! I don’t know whether they will be fine until they reach India.” I mumbled worriedly.“Which place in India?” he asked when the delivery guy started loading the boxes into his van.“Kolkata! You can visit anytime you want and you will love the place.” I replied and signed the needed documents.But the van started moving and immediately stopped. I frowned and glanced before it to see a two people standing before it.“What’s going on?” I mumbled and started walking towards them along with James but got dragged to the side suddenly.“Hey!” I shouted and paused when I realized who it is.I stared at him in shock while he is staring back with a blank expression, but I can see him radiating his anger for sure.“Who are you? Let her go right now.” James or
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*Ali Pov*I know hearing my words everyone will think the same thing. However, I just don’t want two people to think in that way.I stepped towards her, but saw Harsha running away towards the kids. I was about to move towards him, but Jhanvi stopped me and walked in his direction.“Nicole!” I said, walking near her, but she is staring at Harsha and nowhere else.“What is going on? Why is everyone serious?” we all heard a new voice and turned to see an elderly couple walking towards us.“You guys returned two days early. Was the trip not good?” Mridula asked, walking towards them.“We were just missing home.” The man replied and glanced at me.“You must have taken after your Mother. I can’t see much of your Father in you.” He said looking directly at me.“Excuse me?” I asked him, frowning and everyone looked confused.“You know his Father?” someone asked and he nodded.“You remember I was talking about my old classmate who is the king of a small island. It is his Father, I was talking
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 23
*Nicole Pov*“He seems to be really excited about this trip.” Ali whispered after sometime while I was still reeling to the fact that they both forced me to be in this plane.“It’s a given reaction. He must be missing his Mother. It’s been a few months since he visited her, right?” I asked not glancing at him, but stared at Harsha who is sitting before us while looking outside.“And I still think I shouldn’t be a part of this trip.” I added and he completely ignored me.“I want you to meet my Mom.” Harsha simply said and I frowned at him.Why does he want me to meet his Mom? Will it not be too awkward for everyone if I joined these two? If it is just his Mom, maybe it would be fine, but the plan Ali and I made was longer than that.“You know everything and you are still fine with it?” I asked in a whisper so that Harsha will not hear.“Actually, everytime we go for a visit I feel kind of a third wheel. And this time I have to explain something which would make them angry at me as my F
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 22
*Ali Pov*“Wait!” Nicole shouted and moved to stand before the door while my hands are shaking with rage.“Move away, Nicole!” I ordered her trying to breath but she didn’t move an inch.“Don’t do this, Ali.” She pleaded with her eyes, but stood there stubbornly no matter how much I am pleading with my own eyes for her to move.Today I am going to kill him and end his twisted ways. I carried the scars for all his plans, but I will not let him play like this with my son.How dare he trap Harsha in that way and torture him for so many days? He is still hurting because of my Father and I can’t calm down.“He deserves to get hit by me, Nicole.” I said not understanding why is she protecting him.“I know! But I don’t want you to waste your energy twice.” She said when I reached the door.“What do you mean?” I asked finally holding the knob by pushing her a little.“Didn’t you hear what I said?” she asked back and held my hand before I can turn it.“What?” I tried to turn it without hurting
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 21
*Nicole Pov*“No!” I simply replied when he asked me again.“What do you mean no?” he asked frowning.“No means no, Ali.” I replied, closing my laptop while he continued to pace before me.“He is mailing you.” He pointed out.“Yes! And I am mailing him back. But I can’t come between you two, Ali. He is your son and you need to ask him all this stuff.” I explained.“I know he is my son, but he is not talking to me properly like he is talking to you. I need to know what went wrong to make it right. I was feeling dejected all these months thinking I will never be close to my son, but now I know there is a way and I can’t wait anymore.” He sat on the bed and covered his face like he lost everything.I walked towards him not knowing how to explain the situation, but then I know I have to try and make him understand.“I am an outside person, no matter how well he is talking to me. With a snap of fingers he can stop talking to me and no one will say anything about it. But if you try to under
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 20
*Nicole Pov*“What are you doing?” I asked him, but he just continued to throw my clothes around the room.“What are you doing?” he asked back finally clearing my packed bags.“I can’t stay here, Ali. I was really hesitant and now he doesn’t like you to date. You saw what happened at the airport.” I explained, picking up my clothes.“I saw that, but you need not leave. Maybe he just needs some time.” He pointed out and I ignored him.I don’t know how did I felt at the airport, but I know making Harsha accept me will be very difficult. How can I force him to accept me?“Harsha is my son, Nicole. But it doesn’t mean I will be with the only person he will accept. He can take his time, but I want you with me.” He continued and pulled me towards him holding my elbow.“What you are saying is correct, Ali. But with the experience I had, I can’t take such step.” I mumbled looking away.“You are not your step-father. I know you will care for Harsha.” He pointed out and this time I don’t have a
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 19
*Nicole Pov*“He must be scared.” I scoffed at her words and continued to work without saying another word.“Fine! How dare he say those words and leave you? He doesn’t have any common sense. Happy now?” she added the last words laughing.“I don’t have any common sense. That’s why I called you.” I replied, moving my hand to cut her call.“Wait! I am really confused about your problem. Are you mad at him for those words or because he rushed away not giving you any time to react?” Nev asked leaving all the teasing from her tone.“I don’t know!” I mumbled and stopped working.“Well, ask him when he returns. Don’t stress yourself like this. But just decide whether you want those words to be true or just be simply some silly words.” After suggesting that she hung up and I just sighed.“I will definitely take his opinion in this matter, but for me if it is not you then it will be no one.” I can still remember each and every word he uttered that day and just left before I can understand the
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 18
*Ali Pov*“What do you mean that project is canceled?” I asked my secretary frowning.We just returned yesterday and I started planning my trip to Harsha’s school, but my Father took another step to cause problems.“His highness was adamant about this and because this is of simple matter none of the council allowed any time to deal about that.” He explained and I know right then that he did this to want something from me.“It is of simple matter at present, but later it will be a huge problem. I can’t let him stop the plan for this water plant.” I mumbled to myself and stood up to go and deal with him.While walking towards his office, I started thinking how to make sure he doesn’t put any objection to this plan and just let it happen.“Father! I need you to not stop this water plant construction.” I stated the moment I was allowed in his office room.“Tell me why should I?” that’s all he asked and for the next two hours I explained the details of the plant with the help of the notes
Past or Present #1,#2,#3 Chapter 17
*Nicole Pov*“What are you doing here?” I asked, reaching him and he finally stopped his conversation with Nev’s Grandfather before glancing at me.“Don’t say it! You both are talking about history again.” I mumbled and he just smiled at me while Grandfather laughed.“He has good knowledge about our history. You made a good choice.” Saying that he walked off while I snorted hearing his words.“You are my good choice because I was wishing to learn history?” I asked sarcastically and he just pulled me into his arms.“Don’t be jealous, Nicole. We will be leaving today night and I just wanted to let him know how much I admire that he taught me about the things which I can never learn reading any book.” He explained pressing his lips to my cheek.“And I think you don’t have any right to be jealous after all the time we are spending at night in secret.” He whispered the words making me jab his ribs.“If anyone knows about that then Yash and Nev will be in trouble.” I pointed out as a warnin
