Her Destiny || 📒

part 27

Mr. Mehmood's face lit up with excitement as he extended an invitation to Zayan and Ayliz. "I'd like to invite both of you to Japan to discuss the details of our collaboration. We can work together to finalize the designs, production, and marketing strategies for our joint watch collection."

Zayan and Ayliz exchanged a glance, thrilled at the opportunity. "That sounds amazing, Mr. Mehmood," Zayan said. "We'd love to visit Japan and work with your team."

Ayliz added, "We're looking forward to learning more about your company's expertise in watchmaking and exploring how we can combine our strengths to create something truly unique."

Mr. Mehmood smiled, pleased with their response. "Excellent! I'll arrange for you both to visit our headquarters in Tokyo. We'll provide you with a tour of our facilities, introduce you to our team, and work together to bring this exciting project to life."

Mr. Zubair and Mr. Haroon nodded in agreement, happy to see their children taking the lead in this international collaboration. "We'll make sure to clear your schedules," Mr. Zubair said. "When were you thinking of hosting them, Mr. Mehmood?"

Mr. Mehmood thought for a moment before responding, "How about in two weeks? That will give us enough time to prepare and make the necessary arrangements."

After finalizing the plans with Mr. Mehmood, Zayan and Ayliz excused themselves and walked over to where Hana and Minhu were chatting.

"Hey, guys! What's going on?" Zayan asked, joining the conversation.

Hana turned to them with a mischievous grin. "Just teasing Minhu about his height... again."

Minhu playfully rolled his eyes. "Hey, I'm right here, you know. And I'm not that short."

Ayliz chuckled. "Oh, we know, Minhu. You're just... compact."

The group burst out laughing, and Minhu pretended to be offended, but couldn't help joining in on the joke.

Zayan put his arm around Minhu's shoulders. "Don't worry, buddy. We still love you, even if you're a little vertically challenged."

Minhu pushed Zayan away, laughing. "Shut up, Zayan.

Minhu stormed off, leaving the group in a fit of laughter. But as the chuckles died down, Hana's expression turned concerned. "Oh no, maybe he took it seriously."

Zayan nodded. "Go make up his mood, Hana."

Hana shrugged. "Why would I?"

Ayliz chimed in, "Because you ruined his mood, Hana. Go apologize."

Hana protested, "But—"

Ayliz cut her off, "No buts, just go."

Hana sighed and got up, reluctantly heading in the direction Minhu had gone. Zayan and Ayliz watched her go, then turned to each other and burst out laughing again.

"I guess Hana's in trouble now," Zayan chuckled.

Ayliz grinned. "Serves her right for teasing him so much."

Zayan's expression turned curious. "Hey, Ayliz, did you find my box?"

Ayliz nodded. "Yes, I found it. But how did you even manage to keep it over there?"

Zayan chuckled at her question. "What do you mean?"

Ayliz gestured towards the window. "I mean, that's the back window of my room, and it's on such a high height!"

Zayan burst out laughing. "Ah, I see! I might have had a little help from Minhu. He's always been good at climbing."

Ayliz raised an eyebrow. "Minhu? But why would he... never mind, I don't want to know."

Zayan grinned mischievously. "Let's just say it was a team effort."

Ayliz shook her head, laughing. "You two are something else."

Zayan's eyes sparkled with mischief as he gazed at Ayliz. "By the way, today you look like a princess, Ena."

Ayliz's expression turned icy, and she shot him a glare. "Don't you think you're playing with fire?" she warned, her voice low and even.

Zayan chuckled at her reaction, his smile spreading across his face like an idiot. Ayliz turned away, joining her mother, Mrs. Haroon, and her friends.

Undeterred, Zayan followed her, his confidence unwavering. As he approached the group, he said, "Hey, beautiful ladies!"

The women turned to him, their faces a mix of amusement and curiosity. Mrs. Haroon smiled warmly, "Zayan, my prince, come join us."

Ayliz's mother, however, raised an eyebrow. "Zayan, what's gotten into you today? You seem particularly charming."

Zayan grinned, his eyes never leaving Ayliz's face. "Just trying to spread some joy, auntie. And maybe get under someone's skin." He winked at Ayliz, who rolled her eyes in response.

Meanwhile

Minhu sat on a chair outside the garden, gazing up at the moon. Hana came over and sat down beside him. They sat in silence for a moment before Hana spoke up.

"Hey, are you upset with me?" she asked. "I was just teasing you, I didn't mean anything by it."

Minhu turned to her, his expression softening in the moonlight. "I know you were teasing, Hana. But sometimes your words hurt more than you realize."

Hana looked concerned. "I'm sorry, Minhu. I didn't mean to hurt you. You know I love teasing you, but I'd never try to hurt your feelings on purpose."

Minhu sighed, looking back up at the moon. "I know, Hana. It's just...sometimes I feel like you only see me as a friend, someone to joke around with. But I want more than that, Hana. I want you to see me as something more."

Hana's voice was barely above a whisper. "Minhu, I do see you as more than that. You're one of the most important people in my life. I care about you deeply."

Minhu's heart skipped a beat as he turned to face Hana, searching her eyes. "Really?"

Hana nodded, smiling gently. "Really."

Minhu's heart raced as he processed Hana's words. He had been hoping for this moment for so long, but he didn't want to assume anything.

"What do you mean by 'something more'?" Minhu asked, his voice barely above a whisper.

Hana's smile faltered for a moment, and she looked away, her eyes gazing out at the garden. "I mean...I care about you, Minhu. I value our friendship, but I think I might feel something more. Something like...love."

Minhu's heart skipped a beat. He couldn't believe what he was hearing.

"Hana, I..." Minhu started, but his voice trailed off. He didn't know what to say.

Hana turned back to him, her eyes searching his face. "Minhu, please say something. I feel like I'm putting my heart on the line here."

Minhu took a deep breath and reached out, taking Hana's hand in his. "Hana, I feel the same way. I've been in love with you for so long, but I was afraid to say anything."

Hana's face lit up with a radiant smile, and she leaned in, her lips brushing against Minhu's.

As they sat there under the moonlight, holding hands and gazing into each other's eyes, Minhu kissed her back.

They both broke the kiss and lock into each other eyes.

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