" OUT! OUT ! OUT " Myra jump up and down grinning like a fool.

" ITS OKAY ITS OKAY " I clap motivating my team .

" The game just started, we can win this game " I cheered for my team who are nothing but losers and can't even catch a DAMN BALL!

Kids these days ! Where is the energy?

I shake the tip of my cap feeling heat reaching my brain .

Who the hell suggested to play game at such a scorching he-

" You did '' a voice whispered near my ear . I jump back, placing my hand on my heart to stabilize it .

Nafisa scowl at me " if you wouldn't be so dary , the we would been winning here "

" Mr. Mafia would you like to join us" she mimic me in worst voice possible .

" How am I supposed to know he is tbid good? " I was whining when my eyes fell on Khalid who smirked in a mocking way .

I stuck my tongue like a spoilt child , his smirk faded replacing scowl looking away .

" Call everyone here, we need to discuss our strategy " I ordered Nafisa to fix my cap , cracking my neck .

I realised she didn't budge " everyone ?"

" You , me and Ibrahim left " she spat ''everyone is out " watching her expression I am pretty sure she wants to kill me .

I smile embarrassed " yeah... Forgot right "

"Call Ibrahim , we need to discuss our strategy " I told her

" How do you lose ?" She raised her one eyebrow completely doubting my winning skill .

" Just . Get . Him " I was inch away punching her face

" Whatever " muttering annoyedly , she called out Ibrahim who surprisingly decided to join my team in Nick of time .

" Hey kid ! " Khalid call me , I gulp the authority in his voice always gets me .

" Are you sure you want to continue this game? " he smirked, challenging me .

I huffed in anger he just bruised my non- existence ego ...

" Yes and we will win " my big mouth spoke again without my permission .

You need to shut up Amira , you are losing brutally ....

Even though outside I had a proud smirk on my face but inside I was rolling on the ground crying for the embarrassment I have to face for having such a loser team .

I whine , I stomp my feet , I even began in front the Khalid to get the hell out of here all inside my imagination.

He shrugged his shoulders slightly , his face held satisfaction , he was enjoying my misery. I can see it in his eyes .

Arrrghhh....

Ibrahim, Nafisa and I huddle " okay listen , we need to pick up our game alright " I whispered/yelled.

Ibrahim , Nafisa exchange look " then what were we doing for so long ?" Nafisa again opened her big mouth .

I stomp her leg " I knew I should have been in Bhai team " she hiss in pain .

" Okay focus " Ibrahim stop me from snacking her head .

" Okay Myra is batting in the next round , we can out her easily " Nafisa and I nodded in union .

" Api , you will be wicket keeper , I will be balling and Ami- " I waited for him to tell me about my position .

" Try to stay away from the ground " with that he stood straight and my mouth was about to touch the ground .

" What - I " I gave them a ridiculous look .

Ibrahim gave me a sorry look before running away to take his position while Nafisa left too not before laughing at my face .

I stomped my feet but took position anyway .

Ibrahim throw the ball at Myra , and surprisingly she hit the ball in the air .

" AMIRA CATCH !" I heard Nafisa shout but I froze as soon as I saw the ball coming toward me .

I stared at the ball in the sky as it was about to hit my face brutally. Suddenly Khalid appeared grabbing my waist and we both fell rolling on the floor .

Slowly I open my tightly close eyes only to met the most beautiful crystal green eyes I have ever seen in my entire life , his face inch away from mine , while he acquire the position above mine , his left hand fixed below my back protecting me getting hurt and the right hand made a bridge on the ground keeping the distance from our bodies .

I was clutching his shirt with my both hands tightly while my heart refused to beat at a normal pace . His cologne filled my nose, making me instantly addicted .

Breaking the ice speak between us , he ask " are you okay "

" Hmm?" For the first time , he used a soft voice on me .

" AMIRA ! ARE YOU OKAY ". It felt like reality slapped us both . Khalid quickly stood up like my body just burned him .

I still laid on the ground staring at his tall figure .

My mind and heart are not working in the same synced way .

" Amira"! Ibrahim help me stand up , I swept my back to get rid of dry leaves .

" You okay ?" Rabiya Aunty asks concern coming toward me .

I nodded .... My eyelock with the Khalid who just look away the second our eyes met.

" The game is over , go home kids it's getting late " with that he walk away not even glancing back at once ....

" COME ON GUYS GO HOME, THE GAME IS OVER " Ibrahim wave at kids in dismissed .

" He just left because we were winning. " I shrugged, flipping my hair .

Ibrahim stared at me in disbelief " which world does she live in ??" He ask Nafisa and Nafisa still gazing me like I am some maniac .

" It's you, " I pointed my finger at him. " If you didn't suck at this game , we could have won. " I put all the blame on him .

His mouth hung open as he glance at Ayesha aunty and Nafisa , who were trying to suppress their laugh " I - I suck at the game "

" Yeah but it's okay " I put my hand on his shoulder " try practice sometime " I pat his cheek lightly leaving him bewildered .

I walk away while Ayesha aunty and Nafisa burst into laughter .

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" Amira, wait ! I turned to the voice of Nafisa who came running toward me .

Her hands were behind her back indicating she is hiding something , being a curious cat I peep .

" What are you hiding? " I tried to peep but she moved to the other side .

I frown " what are you hiding " this time I ask stubbornly .

She had a genuine smile on her face " I hope this makes you happy " when she took out my bag in front of me .

I gasp, snatching from his hand instantly , Laughing I hug my bag tightly .

" Awe I miss you " I kiss my bag earning a chuckle from her .

" How did you get it? " I couldn't help but ask .

" Well you were crying that day missing your stuff and your parents , they can't come but I told Osman bhai and he went to your house and your father gave him this , he said it's precious for you " my eyes shimmer with tears as She told me .

" I thought you will be happy to see it " she smiled .

" Thank you " I am really grateful to her , I gave her a brief hug, she has become my sister in such a short span of time .

" You have no idea how happy I am, trust me it's not just a bag , it's my dream " thousands of emotions swirl in my heart staring at this bag .

" I am sorry ,you had to -" she was about to apologize but I stopped her .

" Don't be " I shake my head " it's not your fault "

" I wish , I could help you " her eyes held pity for me and for the first time I didn't mind I pity myself too .

" Allah Hafiz " I gave her a small wave .

She nodded and about to walk away when she turn " and one advice " she said catching my attention and I narrowed my eyes in confusion " if you want to win in any game do not invite Khalid bhai "

"Ever" she pretended to be serious

" Noted " I thumb up and a grin breaks into her face .

With a last nod she left .

I yawn, stretching my arm feeling tired .

Looking at my bag once again I went inside my room.

Closing the door , I walked toward my bed. I started taking my stuff out from my bag one by one .

My notebook

My stationary

My diary

And my.....

I gulp the emotion which are threatening to burst , I roam my hand on the appointment letter

" My key to success " I chuckled, a single tear escaped my eyes.

I smiled brightly adoring my appointment letter but slowly my smile turned into sob .

I hug my letter crying for the broken dreams ...

" I will never go to my dream job " I close my eyes letting the tears fall freely .

" I will never be able to make my name " I hiccup as my chest heaves up and down .

I stared at the letter .

I hiccuped crying .

Khalid Mirza p.o.v

" I am surprised " I turned to the voice of Osman who gave me a mischievous look .

I sip my coffee not bothering to look again .

" When did you start playing cricket? " he leaned on the bar counter wiggling his eyebrows .

I raised my eyebrows and asked how he knows …

" Aunty told me'' taking seat next to mine.

" She was taking me lightly. I need to teach her a lesson. " I tried to defend my childish act in the afternoon .

Never in my entire life I accepted any childish challenge before but when that idiot challenge me I couldn't help myself I wanted to play , I wanted to show off and I have no idea why .

" Come on Khalid , you were enjoying the game " he patted my back .

" Rabiya Aunty told me every single detail" there was a smug smile showing off proudly .

I growl " No I didn't "I slam the cup on the counter and about to walk away when I heard him say .

" IT'S GOOD TO KNOW YOU BEHAVE LIKE A HUMAN AGAIN" I walk away pretending not bothered by his word .

I entered my room slamming the door shut .

" The human in me is dead '' I take my hand through my hair frustrated .

" I need to stay away from that girl " I mutter angrily .

" she is nothing but childish , stubborn kid "

" She is - " I halt in my step when her innocent face flash in front of my eyes .

The way she clutched my shirt into her small fist , closing her eyes tightly in fear .

The way her caramel eyes captured mine , the way her eyes innocently yet with a hint of shock eyes staring at me ,I was daze by her beauty , mesmerized by her innocence, I wanted to laugh when her lips pout everytime I made her team member out .it made my heart felt something I never felt before , when her small body was undermine I forgot everyone around me .

I want to get closer to her again .

I want to see her again.

I want to -

I shake my head " No ! No Khalid control yourself " I scolded myself .

" She is a stupid " I tried to remind myself .

" A stupid , idiot and a big mouth girl" I gritted out .

I walked out of my room roaming in this huge house like a ghost . Even though it's been a month of me being here , I still haven't toured the whole house properly .

I couldn't fall back to sleep so I thought why not tour this house , everyone must be asleep so I can roam freely .

With a big smile on my face , I started exploring the huge house, gasping from time to time whenever I saw something amazing .

I was having fun until I saw a huge pool inside this freaking house .

THEY HAVE A POOL INSIDE THE HOUSE !!!!!!!!

" What are you doing here? " I recognized the voice but didn't turn. I am still mesmerized by the sight in front of me .

" Wow you have a swimming pool inside the house " I gasp at the big pool shining at the blue light fitted under the water . The lights were dim in the pool area so the blue water reflected on our face.

" You like it " I turn to the voice of Myra.

'' yes it's amazing " I jump clasping my hand .

She came near me" Ohh really " She smirk mischievously " you should swim in it too "

" No wait I don't know how to -" before I could protest , she pushed my chest forcefully and my back slammed in the water .

My vision become blurry while I felt water filled my ear , mouth and nose .

I shook my head trying to reach the surface , I can see from under water Myra walking away .

" HELP! " I shouted as soon as my nose inhaled air .

Somehow again I dipped inside the water , I started kicking my leg and hand to survive .

My head came over the surface again " help !" I saw the Khalid standing but not helping me at all .

" YOU FREAK HELP ME " I yelled but again pulled back by the monster living inside the water .

Slowly I felt I couldn't make it to the surface anymore . I felt I was running out of breath .

This is it...

I am going to die..

No one will save me

I will not find true love

I won't be able to confess my undying-

Suddenly two pairs of strong arms pulled me over the surface .

I gasp clutching his shirt like my dear life depends on it .

I gasp for breath while I can feel the burning sensation in my eyes . I blink, wiping my face while still holding his shirt .

His hand wrapped around my waist protectively as I tried to stabilize my heart beat .

I glared at him " YOU FREAK , WHY DIDN'T YOU HELP " I yelled even though we are so close.

He flinched, rubbing his ear , thinning his lips , I received death glare and in a blink he pushed me away .

I started struggling inside the water " HELP ! HELP , HE-" Before I can shout and wake the whole world awake.

Grabbing my waist , he made me stand up .

I blink standing inside the water , I glance down only to see the water is just below my chest . I could have easily stand up instead of struggling like fish on the land

Oh no..!!This is embarrassing.

That too Infront of the HIM!

" Who drowned in such little water ??" He questioned my ridiculous behaviour.

" But you were standing over there watching me drown " I argue trying to save myself from almost ruin .

He came closer " I was hoping that you might at one point use your brain and realise that you CANNOT drown in such little water " he gritted out .

I look down , I am so stupid ....

" Yes you are stupid " he rake his hand through his wet hair while the water drop from his sharp jaw , my eyes drop on his neck to his lower body.

Okay Amira just stopped right there...

Why is he so handsome ….. but he doesn't have a pretty heart so it's such a waste .

" Stupid " he shook his head and about to turn when -

" You are stupid " I splash water on his face .

" What the -" he tried to cover from his hand .

" You are idiot " splash

" Don't " he stepped back, warning me .

" You are heartless " splash

" AMIRA " for the first time he took my first name .

" You are ruthless , insensitive , devil " I continue to splash water on him until he grabs my both hands pulling them behind while my chest bumps into his hard one .

I took a sharp intake , his face was an inch away from mine .

" Stop " he gritted but his voice wasn't harsh .

I gulped , my heart started beating rapidly in my chest , I almost forgot to breathe . I tried to get out of his clutch but he gripped it tightly .The proximity between us lessened as he pulled me closer than I already am .

His eyelids dropped to my lip then again met my eyes, I lowered my eyes in nervousness .

" Why are you so stupid torosso " there was a hint of tease in his voice .

Grabbing my both hands in his large one , slowly he caressed my cheek with his thumb making me feel weak in my knees '' why are you so innocent torosso? '' he whispered huskily. I felt my stomach just do a somersault .

When I felt him leaning toward my face I couldn't help but emote my eyebrows like what- are- you - doing.

He halted just a mere inch away from my lips , his eyes stared at mine and in a blink something happened like someone just put hot coal in his shoulder . He jerk away pushing me , I stumbled in the water trying to stand up

He blinked several times Like he just couldn't believe what he was about to do .

" Go to your room " with that one order , he jumps out of the water , walks away not even glancing back for once .

" What just happened? " I muttered.

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