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It was a rainy evening. I was laying down on my queen-sized bed, watching videos on my mobile phone with my headphones on. I felt something sliding through my eyes. I felt uneasy as my nose was clogged.Then, I realized that I have been crying.I got up and sat on the bed. I wiped my tears hurriedly as I didn’t want anybody to see me crying…I composed myself and resumed my work of watching videos.Suddenly, I heard a sound. Someone entered my room. It was Anshu, my younger sister.“Hey, What are you doing he...
‘Shravan dear, Just because we won’t be here doesn’t mean that you can roam around the city with your friends and come home late.’, instructed Shravan's dad.Shravan nodded his head in fear.‘Don’t scold him unnecessarily. He doesn’t roam around the city during late nights. He is a good guy.’, said Shravan's mother patting his head.Shravan smiled looking at her.‘Take care, son. We’ll be back by tomorrow evening.’, said his mother and left along with his father.Shravan is a twenty years old, introvert...
It was a cloudy evening. Vanessa was sitting in a café in Paris. She had visited the café alone. Her blue, little eyes were going through the menu card. ‘Waiter, I need a Chicken Sandwich and a latte.’, said Vanessa to the waiter. ‘Ok, mam. Your order has been noted down. Please wait for some time till we prepare your delicious food.’, said the waiter. ‘Sure and Thank you.’, said Vanessa. <...
It was a pleasant Friday evening. Rumi returned home from school, exhausted. She was a high school sophomore. It was four in the evening.She decided to take a nap for some time and work on her assignments. She locked herself in her room and slept peacefully.Rumi's sleep was interrupted by some noise from the living room. She woke up and looked at the clock. It was half-past seven. Rumi groaned and jumped out of her bed. Her hair looked messy. The noise was emerging from the living room. By then, Rumi realized it was someone ...
‘Natasha, Will you marry me?’Natasha was blushing when she heard those words. He was fair and six feet tall. He had clear skin without any blemishes. He had an attractive smile. Overall, He was a Handsome Hunk. He was eagerly waiting for Natasha’s reply.When Natasha was about to accept his marriage proposal, she heard a voice.‘Natasha, Wake up Darling. It’s seven in the morning.’Natasha woke up from her sleep. It was her Mamma’s voice.‘Wake up, dear. You are getting late for work.’Natasha sat on h...
‘Tanya, Let Rishi know about this. He has the right to know.’, said Tanya's heart.Tanya was resting on her couch. She was lost in her deep thoughts. She got a phone call from Rishi.‘Hello ‘, said Tanya in a low voice.‘Hello, Tanya. Shall we both meet up today at a coffee shop near the mall? ‘, asked Rishi.‘Ok., Rishi. I want to share something with you. It's important, Rishi.’, said Tanya.‘Is that so? I too want to talk to you about our lives. We'll meet up at the coffee shop by 4 pm.’, said Rishi.
It was a cloudy evening. Vanessa was sitting in a café in Paris. She had visited the café alone. Her blue, little eyes were going through the menu card.‘Waiter, I need a Paneer Sandwich for now and a glass of watermelon juice as a parcel.’, said Vanessa to the waiter.‘Ok, mam. Your order has been noted. Please wait for some time till we prepare your delicious food.’, said the waiter.‘Sure and Thank you.’, said Vanessa.As she was waiting for the food, she got a phone call. It was her colleague, Andrea’s Phone ca...
It was a rainy evening. When Julia was about to leave the school, it started raining heavily. Julia was a 54 years old, Maths Teacher. As she stood for a long time, she decided to sit there till the rain stops. As she sat on the chair, she heard a voice.‘Good evening, ma’am. I am Brian’s mother. Is Brian disciplined in the class? Is he studying well?’, enquired Brian’s mom.‘Good evening. Brian is an obedient and an outstanding student.’, replied Julia.‘Thank you, ma’am. See you next time. Let’s leave Brian.’, said Bri...
'Rachel, please. I haven’t asked anything from you till date. Please accompany me. Won’t you do a little favor for your sister?’, asked Diya.Diya was talking to Rachel through a phone call. She wanted Rachel to spend some time with her. She had planned for a road trip and was convincing her to come along with her.‘I will let you know, Diya. I have lots of other important works rather than hanging out with some brainless people.’, said Rachel.‘Brainless? Who? Me?’ ,asked Diya surprisingly.‘No, Why would I s...
It was April 2021.A Sunny Afternoon.Rubina was travelling to her grandparents house at Indore through flight. Rubina lives in Hyderabad with her parents. Indore is her native place. She used to visit her grandparents during her summer vacations.Unfortunately, she didn’t get an oppurtunity to visit her grandparents last year due to covid-19 lockdown. She saw a little kid playing with an elderly man. She assumed him to be the little girl’s gra...
It was a rainy evening. Rain drops were pouring heavily on the earth. Harsh was travelling to his home. He was sitting near the window watching the rain. He was returning to his home after five years.The rain reminds him of Reema.He recalls how he used to dance in the rain with Reema.'Hey, Harsh. It's raining outside. I am going to dance in the rain. Would you like to accompany me?' ,asked a voice knocking on the door.Harsh opened the door and saw Reema there.He looked at her furiously, held her hand and...
Ruhi was a happy go lucky girl. She had few friends. One of them was Isabella. Things never used to be right between Ruhi and Isabella. They both used to fight a lot. One day, Isabella introduced her best friend, Advaita to Ruhi. Ruhi and Advaita got to know each other and eventually became good friends. Meanwhile, Isabella had new set of friends and started enjoying her life with them. Isabella's doings we...
'I don't know what to do. Both of you are equally important to me. I don't wanna leave a hand to live with another. I need both of you in my life.' ,said Roma weeping behind the locked door.'Roma, open the door. We will talk about this and sort it out.', said Syed knocking on the door.'It's all because of you. You are the reason behind all these drama. Leave my house right now.', yelled Ruhaan at Syed.Syed frowned at Ruhaan and left the house.As soon as Syed left the house, Ruhaan walked towards Roma's room and...
It was a sunny day. Krystle was sitting in her room studying for her upcoming end semester exams. This will be her last exam as after this she will be working in a hospital.She hears a knock on her bedroom door. She asks the person to come in.It was her mother.'So, What are you doing?' , questioned mother Jane.'Preparing for my end semester exams, Mom. ' , replied Krystle.'Whatever. I want you to spend a day with us tomorrow. We are going to meet a guy's family tomorrow and fix your marriage w...
Ryan was getting ready to attend a party at his friend John's place. When he was about to leave for the party, he heard a voice. It was his mother Joe's voice.'Where are you going, Ryan?' ,asked Mother Joe.'My friend John is throwing a party at his place. So, I am going to the party, Mom.' ,said Ryan.'Oh ! Is that so? Ok. But, you must return home within 11 pm. ', said Joe.'Ok Mom. I will be back within 10pm. Bye Mom. Love you', said Ryan and rushed out of his home hurriedly.'Love you too son. Bye.' ,sai...
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