"I'm Sarah Samah," she said.
"I'm Zaim, the most handsome teenager in my universe," he replied with a smirk. "Have you ever met any teenager in my universe? If you haven't, don't ever try, okay?"
Sarah rolled my eyes. "Oh boy, you're flattering yourself so much. Is that enough? Cut the crap. Are you sure we're from different universes?"
Zaim chuckled. "No, I don't know for sure. I just guessed it with my intelligence."
She teased, "Then it must be worst, like you."
He frowned, his eyes sparkling with amusement. "Who are you calling worst, mam? Don't ever play with a Manchester United fan boy, I'll give penalty!"
She grinned. "Oh, are you a Man United fan? I'm also, so don't ever try to trick me!"
Zaim's expression shifted from playful to serious. "Well, I think we should find if there are similar places to confirm if we're from different universes."
She tested him. "Do you know Kanaran Thattukada?" (Our local tea shop?)
"Yes, I do," Zaim replied. "Is it close to Farook College?"
"She raised an eyebrow. "Where is Farook College?"
Zaim's eyes sparkled with realization. "You don't know Farook College, and you're in Kozhikode? We must be in different universes! Farook College is legendary here!"
"Aaish indeed!
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Beyond the window
Science FictionBy Mehnaz As a 14-year-old, my life experiences are still unfolding, but one thing is certain - my passion for storytelling. After a brief, yet intense relationship ended in heartbreak, I found solace in my faith, Islam. I learned that romantic rela...
