Once Upon A Time, A Thousand Tears Ago #Wattys2017

Chapter 11: First Steps Into A New Life

A/N: Readers, now from this chapter there is no looking back. I know i have written some really boring chapters earlier which were without the mention of 1D but they were equally important and you will get to know their importance soon. Now, our roller coaster is going to be exciting and thrilling so stay tuned. Vote, comment and recommend and plz give me your feedback. C Ya.

In Middle East, the temperature range in September is in between 40 to 50 degree Celsius, but the moment I stepped in London, the reality dawned upon me that the temperature is not more than 15 degree Celsius over here. I am happy though, I like cool places. Papa and I are now heading towards our hotel apartment which is somewhere in the city. The cab is going at an immense speed and I am just looking at this city, taking in this beautiful night view. Every person on the streets appears to me as a celebrity. The city is all covered in lights of different colours.

I knew you were trouble when you walked in.

A song started playing on the radio. I don't know who the singer is but the song appears quite catchy. I hope the song is not dedicated to me. Haah. The cab stopped near two huge doors. "That's your hotel, 45 Park Lane, a beautiful hotel I must say. You can view Hyde Park from most of the suites and you get the best American wines here" The cab driver is explaining the place to us.

My father looks at me with a disapproving look and I chuckle. "C'mon Papa, how would he know that we don't even know how a wine looks like, leave alone about tasting it"

"I just forgot that we are in London."

"Thank you sir, Have a nice day." I say that to the driver and he leaves us in this dynamic place. The hotel is extravagant with some landmark architecture and contemporary art collection.

The receptionist greets us warmly and takes in some general information and then calls another man who is well dressed. This man will take us to our room which is on the 10th floor. The elevators are too big in here. Well, everything is too big and lavish out here, something I hadn't ever expected to witness.

"Here is your room Sir, madam. I am Taylor and I am taking care of all the delegates for the Doctors-Pharmacists Conference. If you need me you can just give me a call, here is my number." Taylor hands me over a card.

"Thank you, Mr. Taylor" Taylor is a charming man. "Please call me Taylor, Dr. Zara. I hope you enjoy your stay and yes I anticipate you know; tomorrow is the first meeting of the conference starting at sharp 8. This is the brochure for the conference, your card, your pass and these are some necessary documents that you will need. Your presentation will be at 2 o' clock. Good night."

Taylor gives me a packet of different papers and cards. I thank him and I give another glance to the first card that Taylor gave me. I am shocked to see that Taylor is not an ordinary person but is the Secretary in-charge of conference being held on day 1.

"Excuse me Mr. Taylor. This card says that you are...."

"That I am Secretary in-charge of conference and all. I know."

"Then why are you receiving and carrying out our luggage. I mean someone else can do that too. You, yourself, are a big person and..."

"Dr. Zara! We are all working for the betterment of this society and there is no harm in helping out somebody. Don't over think please. I love doing all my work. Sleep well."

I look at my father who is unlocking the door of our suite. As soon as I enter the suite I realize that this is some real big thing going on. I mean look at the suite. This luxurious accommodation will cost a fortune for me if I ever plan to visit this place unsponsored. It's just because the trip is totally sponsored, I am getting to live the life of a rich person. Otherwise, I think I wouldn't be able to sleep at the stairs of this magnificent hotel, if I were the one to pay for it. Two spectacular bed rooms that are elegant and refined. The spacious windows are letting in the moonlight and provide breathtaking views of London. The spell-binding sights make me realize that I am in a dreamland. Marble bathrooms and classical English furnishings add to the uniqueness of this place that I am witnessing. The King size bed appears so comfy that I quickly wish a good night to my father and slip into that velvety material of the duvet. I want to sleep but this place is too comfortable and beautiful that I think sleeping will just waste my time. I want to breathe in the beauty of this place. The aroma around me is so pure and blissful that I am soon drowning into a precious sleep where I can dream of living in this place forever.

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The morning is as beautiful as the night was. I am all ready to go for the conference. Just need to make a call back home because I am missing mom and Kashaf so much.

"Hey Kash! How are you my lil sissy? I miss you so much. Do you miss me" I ask her with all the sibling love.

"Oh Zara Sweetie! You know what? You are like Monday. Nobody likes you. Nobody misses you and we are so happy when you are not here"

Kash's reply was not different to my expectation.

"Shut up Kash! Okay I have sent you my picture. Tell me how do I look today?"

"Zar! I was just wondering how lucky you are that the mirrors don't laugh back at you. You do know how prettily-ugly you are, right?

"Don't let your mind wonder too much Kash, it's too small to be outside by itself"

"Ugh Zar, just talking to you will make my IQ drop. Go and rock your presentation, don't worry about us, we are all supporting you, bitch"

"Hahaha! I know that, right. Tell mommy that I love her."

"Sure I will, how's London by the way. I hope it is treating you good?"

"It's amazing; I am just living the life of a princess"

"Whatever. Have a great day ahead. Text me when you are free"

"I will. Good bye for now Sweets"

Talking to her is just another way of calming me. Unless I hear some sour words from her, I can't find the strength to move on. Time to go for the conference now. I hope I do it nicely.

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Everyone is congratulating me on my presentation. It went well. My father is feeling so proud at the moment. I feel so enthusiastic. Majority of the people who are attending the conference, range from 40s to 60s and I am the only candidate here, who is in her 20s. Everyone is trying to tell me the same thing that this is a great achievement at this age. Mr. Taylor has offered me a recommendation letter too and he also suggested me to think about working here in London. The opportunity isn't bad but I am in no mood to consider it right now.

"Dr. Zara and Mr. Arman. You are cordially invited to attend the musical night which is arranged in order to entertain our guests from all around the world. I hope you will make your appearance at the event. Keeping in mind, Dr. Zara's role in today's conference, I would say that I am reserving your seats in the front row."

Mr. Taylor invited me and papa to this grand musical night. Just say the word music and I am drooling all over. I am so tempted to ask him who is going to sing tonight but I think that will just showcase how much of a normal, young, carefree person I am. I guess I should just wait for the night for the big show. Oh and I must get ready for the show as well. Looking forward for some great music, eh.

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"Front row for the lady and her father" A man was guiding us to the front row seats that were reserved for us by Mr. Taylor. The show will start at any time now and I am so anxious about it. I just want to see who will be performing here tonight. I didn't know what will suit me for the musical night so I just chose to wear black jeans along with a red top covering it with a black blazer. My hair is just fixed up in a French braid and now I am waiting impatiently for the show to begin.

The lights become dim and the spot light is the only source to brighten this big hall. A presenter dressed in a nice blue suit takes hold of the stage and starts greeting us all.

"Now without any further delay, I would like to invite the heartthrobs of this nation, a band that has taken away the heartbeats of many teenagers, broken many records, set many records and has the platinum selling album to their list of success and glory, put your hands together for the most handsome hunks and best singers of the country, we bring to you One Direction."

Yaaaayyyyyyy, this is the formal entry of 1D into the story. Hope you like it. Tell me what you think is going to happen next. Stay tuned. God Bless