The Impossible Love Story

The beginning

I would like to dedicate this chapter to PVG. Thank you for all your love and support. 

#Pooja's POV

I am gonna love you.......... Like a black widow baby!!!!!

I wake up to the ringing of my alarm. I mean blasting. Shutting the darn thing off, I call out for Maria to get my coffee. It takes me a few moments to realize that there isn't any Maria here.

I open my eyes at the unfamiliar surroundings and think for a few minutes until comprehension dawns on me. I am alone and in a stranger city. I have to start my college tomorrow and today I am alone in this city to shop for essentials. Wearing my glasses, I make my way to the kitchen. 

I switch the coffee machine on as I check my phone for any messages from dad.
Phew! Not yet.

I take my coffee to the balcony and got my first view of the city.
Speechless! 

I can see skyscrapers till miles. On the road are thousands of people off to their daily routine. My mum was right. It's a fabulous city. Stretching beyond eyes can reach

Okay, now my plan for the day. I have to shop for clothes and books. It's my first day in college tomorrow.

 I am dreading it. New surroundings and new people has always been a weakness for me. trust me to goof up on every step and opportunity.

I will think about that tonight. I need a plan of action.

I take my clothes and head for a much needed shower. I dress up in a comfy blue jeans and a simple white t-shirt which has FEARLESS written on it.
Right, how ironic!

In reality, I am scared .

I towel dry my hair and sit by the dresser to apply my makeup. It comprises of a thin line of kohl to make my eyes look bigger and some strawberry flavored lip gloss. I tie my hair in a ponytail and put my black nerdy glasses. I am satisfied with my appearance.  I may not be all that special looking but I love myself. That's what my mom has taught me. Not drop dead gorgeous model- like.

Always be happy with yourself.

I smile and gather some confidence and head out of the house to shop and explore some bit of the city.

Thanks to my research on this city, I know exactly where I will find my stuff. I do not forget to pack my map in case I get lost.

I call for an auto rickshaw (it's a cool three wheeler public transport) and head to my first destination. It's named Forever 21 and apparently one of the coolest fashion store for the college crowd. As I enter the shop, I know why it's the coolest. Wow!  Rows and rows of clothes, accessories and shoes. I pick a few items to try on like jeans, t-shirts, dress (just a couple) and shorts (as nightwear). The trial process takes me over an hour and I am tired. I pay from my dad's card and call out for an auto rickshaw again.

As soon as I sit inside, my phone rings. 
Dad! Crap.

"You are up early and shopping?"

Damn you technology!

"Good morning to you too dad!"

"Pooja", he sighs. " Good morning, I am impressed. You have already made friends and are out shopping. I am proud of you."

"Err, dad I am alone. It's a shop near to where I live and it in a mall. very safe." I say brightly.

"Are you on your own?" he scoffs."Oh right! I am not at all panicking." he mutters darkly. "So how's your day been so far?"