Zada's hostel room was a mess.She herself was a big mess.What is she supposed to wear for a first date?Should she just wear loose tops like she wears to college or should she wear something chic?? She groaned as she rummaged through her cupboard once again. Why did she even agree to go on this date?? Just because he looked darn adorable while asking her out?Nervous Liam Fredrick was such a vision to watch.And she simply couldn't say no!! Damn it Zada! He is a playboy. A damn playboy! Someone your brothers had warned you off on your first day here. And you agreed to go on a date with the university's certified playboy, Zada thought to herself.But she hadn't seen him with any girls after that first time. Maybe he still hangs out with his girlfriends after college.Then why would he ask her out on a date?? Maybe because he finds you a challenge. Like in the books where playboys finds nerds as a challenge..God!! Why is it so confusing?This brain and heart conflict is so irri
After an hour long lecture on how to keep the date a secret and not to utter a single word even if she is under gunpoint, and to add on an offer of pizza, Zada bid bye to Emma and walked out of the hostel as she received a message from Liam.'Waiting outside. It's time sweetheart' —- L'Don't wait near the hostel main gate. Go near the small gate in the backside of the old hostel building' —- ZShe was excited and nervous at the same time. As she walked out of the small rusted gate she saw him leaning against his bike. The upper half of his body turned sideways as he looked into the rearview mirror and ran his fingers through his hair.He was wearing a black ripped jeans, a white t-shirt and black leather jacket. Damn!! He looks hot!"Heyy," she said as she neared him and her voice came out husky. "Hey there sweet-” he trailed off and his eyes widened as he took in her appearance."Holy- " he trailed off again.Then he cleared his throat and looked away for a moment. He looked
They soon reached the carnival place and it was so colourful and beautiful to look at.Liam went straight to get the tickets first and they made their way in."Where to begin??" Zada asked looking around."It's your call, my lady" Liam said with an exaggerated British accent. "You are being awfully nice, Fredrick. It's kind of creepy." Zada said narrowing her eyes earning one of his trademark smirk in return."Do you practise daily in front of the mirror to make your smirk perfect??" She asked sarcastically."Aww... You think my smirk is perfect?? How cute honey," he said with a cheeky smile.And he is back.They walked around a bit and stopped in front of the hoopla game stall."Mirrie. Choose whatever gift you want. Liam Fredrick at your service," he said with a mock bow."You are so confident about winning??" She asked crossing her arms across her chest."I am the university basketball team captain for a reason, Mirrie." "Okay. I would like that stuffed puppy," she said pointing
"Are you telling me that you are not??" Liam asked in disbelief."What I am telling you is that it's none of your business," she said huffing and walking away.After a while of ignorance, Liam was literally begging for attention."Come on Mirrie. Stop giving me the silent treatment." Liam begged.Silence!"You are not supposed to stay angry on first dates." Liam tried once again.Silence! "Okay. What should I do to make it up to you?"Silence!He pulled her arms and turned her around to face him."I am sorry, Zada. I did that for fun. I didn't think you would be this offended. Please forgive me," he said with his best puppy eyes.Zada laughed out loud and pulled his cheeks."Look at you. How cute" Zada gushed."You were not angry?? You were pretending??" He asked, narrowing his eyes at her."Oh shit Sherlocks!!"Finally having gone around the carnival ground playing games and going on rides ,they finally stopped near the ferris wheel."Wow. My favourite." Zada said excitedly."Then w
"What's your name??" Izzy asked."Zada," she said awkwardly.The whole situation is very awkward for her.She was walking back to her hostel with Izzy.She had seen the girl in some of the photos in her brother's phone. Great!! She went on a date with her brothers' best friend. Now she is being walked back to her room by another one of their friends. And neither of them knew who she was."Zada. Pretty name. I am Isabella. Close friends call me Izzy. You can also call me that as you are very close to Liam." Izzy said with a smile."Oh we are not that close. Actually, this was our first date. So... ""That's pretty big where Liam is concerned. He never goes on dates. He only ever had flings. So, if he had taken you out on a date, that means you are special." Izzy said with a little shrug.Zada could feel the heat creeping up her cheeks and she thanked the heavens for it being dark, so that Izzy wouldn't see her blushing.As they reached near her room she saw Emma pacing in front of
The whole class stood up when Mrs Anna Mathews walked in.By the time Emma stood up to greet the teacher, the rest of the class had already gotten seated after wishing the professor. The lazy bum was too slow. "Why are you still standing Ms Hart? Don't waste my time. Sit down and open your books." Mrs Mathews said placing the doll in a corner. The doll is really very ugly.Aren't dolls supposed to be pretty?? Emma wondered in confusion. Her dolls were all pretty.The rumour is that Mrs Mathews is childless and considers the doll as her child.She carries the doll everywhere she goes.The doll comes in different clothing on each day. What a weird lady?She had even heard that Mrs Mathews dresses the doll in the university Jersey during any inter college festivals. The doll is university's unofficial mascot. Too weird.What kind of weird people does this university has?Emma stared at the doll and scrunched her nose.Even the Chucky doll looked prettier than this.What will Mrs Math
Zian froze seeing the sight in front of him.Zian and Zahir were on their way to the cafe.He had a free hour and he made the terrible mistake of telling that to Zahir.And Zahir, being the loving brother, as he himself claims, bunked the class to give him company. Haa! As if! Zian couldn't believe his eyes.Emma is proposing to someone? She is on her knees and she is holding his hands.She is bloody damn touching him. Zian could feel his blood boiling.He couldn't move. He felt as if someone stabbed him hardly in his heart.Yes!! He knew he was attracted to her. He had admitted that much to himself.But will just an attraction hurt like this? Impossible right?It's not as if he loves her? Does he?He hardly knows her for a week now. How can someone fall in love in a week? "What the??" Zahir cursed and looked at him.Zian was still staring at them."They are ragging her, Zi." Zahir said, pointing at the boys sitting there and also saw Alex joining them."Ragging??" Zian let out a
Emma walked alongside the twins towards the university cafe.She kept stealing glances at one of them every few minutes.Zian was holding her hands as he took her to the cafe.He was looking very handsome today.Both of them were. Well they always are. But still…Emma wondered how Zian always comes when she is in trouble.Does that mean he is her knight in shining armour?? She stole another glance at him.Maybe a knight in leather jacket!! If he is?? Then what about Zada's brother who got a sports bike in which she could go on a Himalayan trip.And she really did like Zada's momma from what she heard.She was lost in her thoughts that she didn't notice the brick lying on the ground and she stumbled on it."Careful," Zian pulled her towards him in reflex and she fell on his chest.She looked up to see him staring at her."You okay??" He asked softly.Why was he looking at her like that? And why is her heart beating so fast?Again!! Like that day in the cafe!Is she having acidity
"I, Zahir Ahmed al Zidra, hereby accept my role as the ruling Sheikh of the Sultanate of Zidra. I shall continue to preserve, and build upon the royal legacy and shall reign with righteousness for the benefit and happiness of the people forever." Zahir vowed, as he stood on the podium, with his right palm over his chest and his eyes staring straight ahead at the people of Zidra.It was the coronation ceremony. Zahir Ahmed al Zidra was getting felicitated as the next ruling Sheikh of Arabian Nation if Zidra!"I invite everyone here to share my determination and work together for the nation’s prosperity and the people’s happiness as the ultimate goals," Zahir added, his voice resonating with passion, instilling a sense of hope and anticipation among the people of Zidra.His brothers and sisters were standing on either side as he made his vows to his nation and his people.The security has been strengthened as there were many people attending the ceremony, including dignitaries from the
Though Zian and Emma were recently married, they had fallen into a comfortable rhythm together, their lives woven in a way that complemented each other. Zian now led the Ahmed family’s business side with his characteristic calm and precision, steering it toward expansion with a confident hand. Meanwhile, Emma had tried her hand at a few things, but as Zian often teased, she had the attention span of a toddler. Her parents, relieved that she’d at least completed her education, had stopped expecting her to settle into any traditional career.Knowing her gifts lay elsewhere, Zian suggested she join the Ahmeds’ charity organisation. Rather than dealing with finances or administrative work, he assigned her something more hands-on. Three days a week, Emma visited palliative care homes and orphanages, spending her time cheering up the residents with her infectious charm and boundless stories. Zian knew she could lift anyone’s spirits with her words, and she eagerly embraced the chance to
FEW YEARS LATERLiam and Zada are thriving both in their personal and professional lives. Liam, now the CEO of an international technology solutions firm, stands confidently at the helm of his father’s company, overseeing its global expansion. His hard-earned MBA and years of dedication have paid off, establishing him as a respected leader in the field. Meanwhile, Zada has become a celebrated children’s author, her debut book ‘Mirrie the Mythical Horse’ marking the start of her rise to fame. Inspired by her storytelling talents, she continues to capture young readers' imaginations with her enchanting tales and thoughtful messages. Her latest book, praised as a classic in children’s literature, reflects her journey and growth over the years.Sunlight streamed through the windows of their cosy home, casting a warm glow over the morning routine as Liam and Zada hurried to prepare their daughter for her first day of kindergarten admission.Liam knelt beside his daughter, smoothing out t
One month later, the sun was beginning to set, casting a warm, golden glow over the campus as the group gathered on the sprawling lawn. The last month had been an unforgettable journey, filled with laughter, embarrassment, bonding, and countless challenges. But tonight, they had all agreed, was for celebration—a proper farewell to the antics that had drawn them all closer.Liam, of course, had been the master of ceremonies for this whole ordeal, and he looked especially smug as he watched Zahir and Zian reluctantly serve drinks, their expressions caught somewhere between exasperation and amusement.“You know, I think I am going to miss this,” Liam said, taking a glass from Zahir and winking. “Seeing you two bow down to me—it’s been... enlightening.”“Trust me,” Zahir shot back with a grin, “you have enjoyed this way more than anybody did. But don’t get too used to it, Liam. As soon as today ends, we are going back to normal.”“Oh, really?” Liam laughed, leaning back in his chair. “I d
“I am not a bloody playboy…” Zahir screamed at the end of his wits, leaving everyone in the room other than Zian, Zada and Izzy shocked by his declaration.“What???” It was Liam’s voice that rang out more loudly. Zada gave him an elbow jab asking him to shut up.“Listen, Emily. I am not a playboy. I have never been one. The only girl in my life is you. When I was five, it was only you. And now when I am twenty, it is only you.” Zahir said, looking earnestly into Emily’s eyes.She looked at him suspiciously.“Stop lying.” Emil said coldly.“He is not lying, Emil.” It was Izzy who spoke. “What?”“He is not a playboy. He is plain stupid. He has this dumb belief that if he has this playboy image, it would make him more popular. He is only dumb, not a playboy.” Izzy said and Zahir glared at her.“What? I am only telling the truth. Who would do such stupidities like you do?” Izzy asked with a shrug.“What makes you so sure?” Emil challenged and Izzy smiled.“Remember the truth or dare game
Silence filled Emily’s room as she lay curled up in Zahir’s arms, savouring the warmth and closeness between them. They had finally let their walls down and the silence that hung between them now felt intimate, peaceful."If you say that this doesn't mean a thing..." Zahir trailed off, his voice a low, warning murmur as he brushed a hand through her hair, his eyes locked onto hers.Emily laughed softly, resting her head on his chest. "You are mine, Emily Langston," he whispered possessively."And you are mine, Zahir Ahmed," She whispered back, equally possessive.Zahir smirked, a glint of satisfaction in his eyes. He loved how she was never intimidated by him, always ready to challenge him, push back, stand toe-to-toe. They lay there for a moment, wrapped up in each other, enjoying a rare, unguarded moment. But suddenly, the sound of the front door opening and footsteps approaching the living room startled them out of their reverie.Emily quickly pulled the blanket up, her eyes wide
The months seemed to fly by, drawing Zada and Liam, Zian and Emma, and Izzy and Emil closer together. Each of their love stories blossomed, surrounded by the easy warmth and laughter of new romance and friendship. But for Zahir and Emily, it was a different story. Their undeniable attraction was as strong as ever, but neither would admit to the feelings simmering beneath. Yet, every chance they got, they would find themselves in each other's arms, their moments of intimacy full of tension and passion. And each time, they would pull away, murmuring the same words: ‘It doesn’t mean anything.’One evening, they were at the apartment the girls share after a gettogether. The others had left in couples, for some ‘couple time’, leaving Emily and Zahir alone. The air was thick with an unspoken tension, an electric charge that always seemed to grow whenever they were alone."Are you seriously going to that party with that guy?" Zahir asked abruptly, his voice laced with irritation. Emily shot
“By the way, Mr Ahmed, what shampoo and conditioner do you use?” Madison asked, looking admiringly at Zayed’s slightly long hair.“MOM!” Liam exclaimed in shock. He turned to his mom with pleading eyes.“What? I just wanted to know..” Madison said innocently. “Please keep a control on your tongue, mom. Don’t scare them away on the very first day.” Liam whispered to his mother in a pleading tone, earning a glare in return.“LIAM FREDRICK! How could you say that to your Momma? The momma who carried you inside her womb for nine months? The momma who changed your dirty diapers when you were a kid? The momma who kissed your boo boo’s away?” Madison asked, hands on her hips. She was fired up.Liam closed his eyes in disbelief. They were supposed to impress the Ahmeds. Not scare them off.Zayed and Salim exchanged a glance.“How the hell did we land here? Now there would be nothing stopping Cami and Ava. This woman seems just like them. They are going to get on like a house on fire.” Salim
The air was buzzing with anticipation as Liam paced the living room, stealing quick glances toward the front windows. The Ahmed family would be arriving soon, and he could already feel his nerves bubbling up. Outside, Madison Fredrick was bustling around the backyard, setting up for the barbecue. With her usual over-the-top excitement, she darted from one setup station to another, adjusting tables and setting out colourful plates.Madison, practically glowing with enthusiasm, called out, “Liam! Have you checked if the Ahmeds have landed yet? Oh, this is so exciting! Imagine having all of them over here!”“Yes, Mom, they landed just a bit ago. Zada, Zahir, and Zian went to pick them up and they have a stop by to freshen up after the long journey.” Liam chuckled at his mom’s energy. “Perfect!” Madison clapped her hands, her gaze already scanning the backyard. “We have the best setup! Michael is handling the grill, Chloe’s setting up the drinks station, and I have already got everyone