When Hearts Connect

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"Ek nazar, aur dil ko yaqeen,
Tere pyar mein, meri duniya keen.
Tere bina, kuchh nahin hai mere liye,
Tere saath, maine apni zindagi payi."

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Author P.O.V

A girl stirred in her sleep, a soft smile on her lips. She was dreaming of someone - a boy with piercing brown eyes and a charming smile. She couldn't quite see his face, but she felt a deep connection to him.

In the dream, they were walking hand in hand by the beach, the sun setting behind them. She felt happy and at peace, like she had found her soulmate.

But suddenly, her mother's voice broke the spell.

"Kiara, uth jaa! School ke liye taiyar hona hai," Meera Sharma said, gently shaking her daughter's shoulder.

["Kiara, get up! You have to get ready for school,"]

Kiara groggily opened her eyes, disoriented. She looked around her new room, still getting used to the unfamiliar surroundings. Her family had moved to Mumbai just a week ago, and everything still felt new and overwhelming.

"Mumma, kya mera aaj jaana zaruri hai?" Kiara asked, rubbing her eyes. She was nervous about her first day at a new school, especially since it was mid-session.

["Mumma, do I have to go today?"]

"Haan beta, zaruri hai," Meera replied firmly. "Pehla din miss nahi kar sakte hai. Aur Tanya tumhara intezar kar rahi hogi. Woh excited hai tumhe school dikhane ke liye."

["Yes beta, it is necessary," Meera replied firmly. "I cannot miss the first day. And Tanya must be waiting for you. She is excited to show you to school."]

Kiara sighed, remembering her childhood friend Tanya, who had promised to help her settle in. She got out of bed, feeling a mix of emotions - excitement, nerves, and a lingering sense of wonder from her dream.

Kiara got dressed and ready for school, her stomach filled with butterflies. She had always been nervous about new beginnings, and this was no exception.

As she went downstairs, her mother handed her a cup of hot coffee and a plate of parathas. "Eat something, Kiara. You don't want to go to school on an empty stomach."

Kiara smiled weakly and took a bite of the paratha. She was too nervous to eat, but she didn't want to worry her mother.

Just then, the doorbell rang. It was Tanya, looking bright and cheerful in her school uniform. "Hey, Kiara! Ready for your first day?"

Kiara nodded, feeling a surge of gratitude towards her friend. Tanya had been her rock since childhood, and she knew she could always count on her.

As they walked to school, Tanya chatted excitedly about her classes and teachers. Kiara listened intently, trying to absorb everything.

Kiara walked alongside Tanya, her childhood friend, as they navigated the bustling corridors of their new school. Tanya chattered excitedly about her summer break, but Kiara's mind wandered. She couldn't shake off the feeling of being an outsider in this new city.