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Chapter 12

Author: Chhavi Gupta
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-13 11:13:37

Roohi's POV

“Why are you doing this to yourself?” Gauravi demanded.

“Doing what?” I asked defensively.

“Letting him stomp all over your heart with his stupid, oblivious charm!”

"What are you talking about, I am not!"

Gauravi cornered me, “I know you have a crush on him. He doesn't feel the same way. Why do you do this to yourself, Roohi?” she asked, her voice a mix of exasperation and concern.

I didn’t have an answer. How could I explain that loving him wasn’t something I chose? It was as natural to me as breathing, as vital as my heartbeat. Even when it hurt. Even when it broke me. It was simply a part of who I was.

" For God's sake, say something. " She shook me.

“What am I supposed to do?” I snapped. “I can’t help liking him, no matter how hard I try.”

Gauravi sighed. “Well, then you need to either tell him how you feel or get over him. This pining thing? It’s not cute anymore. You deserve better than being a silent spectator in his life.”

But I couldn’t tell him. Because wha
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