Shawn stands at a distance keeping his phone aside, feeling a peculiar sense of detachment from the festivities. The lively chatter and joyous ambiance failed to captivate his attention as his thoughts meandered, seeking the presence of someone special—Emma.While the guests revealed in the merriment, Shawn couldn't shake off the feeling of solitude that enveloped him. His eyes unconsciously scanned the crowd, searching for a familiar face with a faint hope seeing her again. He wishes from the bottom of his heart for his dream to turn out true, unaware it's already granted by the Almighty. As he meandered through the sea of couples, his gaze finally rested on a common topic of conversation among the guests—the stunning bridesmaid.Who is she?What's so special about her, to brag?I'm sure she is no match against my Emma. After all she is the epitome of beauty and even the moon bows down near her. But still managed to be a hot trending topic of this wedding all of sudden from the past
Emma's POVFrom the moment our eyes met, my breath was knocked out. He looked killer as usual tonight cladded in black from head to toe. His jawline has gotten sharper, maybe because of his ill health from a few days ago. He looked like a dashing young man though he was in his early 30’s. And my heart rigorously beats for him.How do you manage to be so charismatic every time?His eyes fixated on me while my eyes hid from them. He was alone here which is good and relieving and at the same time confusing. But who cares what he's doing in his relationship? Shouldn't I mind my own business?Yes.Shrugging my thoughts and ignoring his existence though I can clearly sense them I involve myself with my friends conversation and continue dinner. The food was delicious and mouthwatering, and my taste buds exploded. This somehow made me forget him completely. When the groom and bride walk to our table, we raise a toast and congratulate them. And then they walk to the next table aka Shawn's.My
"When your daughter starts keeping you first and makes you feel proud and honoured of her, it makes you feel the luckiest man in the world.",~GeorgeTwo weeks passedEmma was sitting in her bed covered in a duvet with a MacBook Pro in her lap. She was refreshing the website again and again just to make sure she did not miss it. And after exactly five minutes the link opens and with a slow thudding beat she enters her roll number and admits card number only to find herself ranked first as always. Her eyes got wide in shock and tears welled up in them. She couldn't believe she actually made it even after having a hard time.“I thought I'll fail in my aim due to whatever happened during that time. But thanks to God and my friends I made in Italy. I achieved my goal”, she mumbles to herself.She wipes the corner of her eyes and squeals in excitement, thanking her Almighty to get her that place with just extra three marks or else she might have been second. The competition was neck to ne
"Seeing you boils my blood, though deep inside me I feel happy. What is wrong with me?"~EmmaIn a big landscape area far from the city around three to four hours there was a beautiful expansive farmhouse. It was exquisite and mesmerizing laying deep in the mother lap. It was covered within a vast land which had organic farming spot, garden rich in flora, a beautiful glass like clear pond for fish and ducks, horse stable and track, small golf club, and a beautiful lawn with barbeque spot being a perfect picnic area, winery. While the villa in the middle of it with tree lined pathway leading to it's entrance from the large steel gates. The villa was storey, having multiple rooms, inbuilt swimming, separate bathrooms, a big kitchen with dining room, hall area, gallery, terrace, servant quarters and master bedroom. In short, it was a complete paradise anyone could ask for, far from the bustling city life. And George fell in love with this plot at the first sight. He was reluctant to bu
"She is a sweetheart for us, and a heartbeat of a party as without her everything is plain and dull,"~GeorgeEveningThe party starts and guests one by one start coming while praising his property and congratulating her daughter's achievement. Emma's rest of the friends also ganged up and they all were getting ready. While George and Shawn were receiving the guests at gates and Skylar was attending the guests inside making sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying themselves. "I'm sorry Shawn for the way Emma lashed out at you. But you know nah Shane is her sensitive spot and she hates when he gets scolded. And apart from that it wasn't really his fault", he says in an apologetic low tone. While Shawn sighs heavily and says it's okay. "You don't need to say sorry George. I understand", he replies with a tight lip smile. But deep down he was fuming in rage. He hates when anyone tries to align her name with Shane and show as if they are dating or something. It irks the jealous beas
"She is like a snake in the sleeves, when and where she will bite no one does but can be assumed for sure,"~GeorgeGetting in the corner from all the guests they stared at Elena with fury thinking she crashed down the party again. But when she utters it was Shawn who invited them. Shock was understatement on their faces and with wide eyes they stare at him. Sarla was disappointed on her son thinking though she tried to give him some sense that day it, he did what he wanted to. She was scared that George and his relation will be ruined now. As George surely didn't wanted her presence near his princess and he the dumb head invited her only. What's so difficult to understand for him? When he gave the virtual card to everyone but not her, wasn't it obvious he doesn't wants her in this party? Why you act like a fool in love, my son? God... What should I do with him? Coming closer with a stoic face Shawn gulps hard as none seemed happy but downhearted with him. Reading all eyes he si
"My happiness resides in you and you are my world and I don't mind if you add one more person from your choice in our life, making us three from two until you are happy"~GeorgeConvincing Shane, Skylar somehow brought him back to the party and Emma hugs him tight. She eases her aching heart with his soothing warmth and stands with her friends. While George clicking on his champagne glass with a spoon grabs everyone's attention.“Hello, everyone, a very big thankyou for giving your precious time and being present here. I hope you all enjoy and have a great time”, he says and everyone toast their glass indicating they are already doing so.“Today, this party is being held for my beloved daughter's achievement. She ranked first not in her class but her university and that makes me proud to be called her daughter. May you get more success, growth, and happiness in your life, beta. Your dad loves you and will always be there cheering for you”, he ends his speech getting emotional at the e
"Love can be one-sided, good, vulnerable and bad but the moment it turns toxic and vulgar there's no going back. And today you closed all gates for you."~EmmaSarla, her body gracefully weary from the rhythmic dance movements, sank into the plush cushion of her seat at the elegantly adorned table. The pulsating beats of the music lingered in the air, and as she caught her breath, her gaze wandered across the room. It was then that her eyes fell upon Emma, George's daughter. A warm smile graced Sarla's lips as she marveled at the thoughtfulness radiating from the young woman.In that moment of repose, Sarla found herself contemplating the extraordinary blessing that George enjoyed – the gift of having such a mature and responsible daughter. Emma's consideration for her father's future and his need for a life partner painted a vivid picture of familial devotion that touched Sarla's heart. A sense of gratitude welled within her as she reflected on the bond between George and Emma, a bon