Filmon ki Tarah| Completed ✔️

Chapter 20 Part 1 (Malik banega devdas)

Warning: Mahjabeen's character is a little grey in this chapter.

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As Malik Zubair reflects on the events that led to his separation from Maryam, a profound sadness washes over him. He recalls the moment when he discovered Maryam's true identity as Murtasim Khan's sister, a revelation that shattered their budding love.

Initially, Malik Zubair had been captivated by Maryam's charm and sincerity, falling deeply in love with her. He cherished their moments together and had even begun to express his emotions through his poetry, finding solace and inspiration in their connection. His verses became a testament to his affection, as he crafted lines that celebrated her beauty and the depth of his feelings.

However, when the truth of Maryam's identity came to light, Malik Zubair realized the implications it held for their relationship. Knowing the deep-rooted enmity between his own family and Murtasim's, he understood the potential consequences of their association. The realization that their love was entangled in a web of familial strife weighed heavily on his heart.

In that moment, Malik Zubair made the difficult decision to distance himself from Maryam, believing it to be an act of selflessness and a way to protect her from the conflict that would inevitably arise. He sacrificed his own happiness, pushing aside his desires, and turning his focus towards his poetry instead.

However, as he reminisces about their time together, Malik Zubair can't help but feel a pang of regret and longing. He remembers the tender moments they shared, the warmth of her presence, and the beauty of their connection. The memory of their love fills him with a deep melancholy, and he wonders if things could have been different, if fate hadn't played its cruel hand.

As Malik Zubair's heart sank deeper into sorrow, he sought solace in the only companion who would listen without judgment—his faithful servant, Omar. Pouring himself another glass of wine, he sat in the dimly lit room, his voice laden with melancholy as he recited his verses to Omar.

"Omar, why is it that two hearts bound by love are destined to be torn asunder? Why does fate relish in the agony of separating two souls meant to be one?" Malik Zubair's voice trembled with a mixture of pain and frustration, his words echoing in the empty space.

He took a sip of the bitter drink, its warmth providing temporary respite from the ache in his heart. With each gulp, he drowned his sorrows, seeking temporary escape from the harsh reality that tormented him.

His poetry became a refuge, a vessel through which he poured out his anguish, his unrequited love flowing through the ink of his pen. The verses he penned carried the weight of his longing, the depth of his despair.

"Yaar juda hoke bhi, tera saath meri ruh se nahi gaya,
Dard mere dil ka, tere bin sukoon se nahi gaya."

(Translation:
Even after parting, my beloved, your presence didn't leave my soul,
The pain in my heart didn't find solace without you.)

As the words left his lips, Malik Zubair's voice wavered, laden with unshed tears. His heart bled with the realization that his separation from Maryam was not driven by choice but by circumstances beyond their control.

He continued to share his verses with Omar, each line etched with raw emotion and the weight of his yearning. Through his poetry, he could express the depths of his emotions, encapsulating the essence of his love and the agony of their separation.

Yet, despite finding solace in his art, Malik Zubair's heart remained heavy. The echoes of their lost love reverberated through his being, tormenting him like a never-ending lament. He questioned the merciless hand of fate that had conspired to rob him of a love that he held dear.