𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢

5. 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗷𝗼𝘆

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S H R A Y N' S    P O V

People are afraid of me, and to be honest, I don't even know why. Do I look that scary?

"Nope," my inner voice whispered.

Oh, baby, I already know smirking.

Never mind. Let's get to the point. It's been two days since I came to Rajasthan. I've met everyone here, and I don't know why, but these people seem so... mysterious. Their way of speaking, their behavior, everything about them feels a little off.

There's also one person I haven't seen yet. What was his name? Ah, yes, Arthur Raizada.

Right now, I'm sitting in the living room with Arshi and Naveer (Arthur's sister and cousin).

Arshi and Naveer have become my friends. They're comforting, in their own ways. Naveer is an introvert, so he doesn't talk much, but he's a great listener. Arshi, on the other hand, is a chatterbox, just like me-well, a little less than me hihihihi.

"Hey, can we join you at your car racing event?" Arshi asked, causing me to grin instantly.

"Of course, why not? My family won't be there, but it would make me so happy if you guys came!" I said dramatically, tears welling in my eyes, which made both of them chuckle.

"You're so dramatic, Shrayn," Naveer said, laughing.

"That's why I'm Shrayn Kaur Gill," I said, winking at him, making him shake his head with a smile.

"Acha, guys, let's go for a drive," Arshi exclaimed with excitement, and I grinned ear to ear, blinking.

"Hnnjii, why not?" I replied, glancing at Naveer. He looked unsure, contemplating whether he should go or not.

"pleaseeee," I sang, flashing my most pleading smile.

"I... I have some work, and I don't think I'll be able to-" he started, but I cut him off with a sad pout.

"Shray-"

"No, no, it's fine. I get it, work is more important. Don't worry about it. I'm just some distant relative," I said, giving him a small smile. Naveer looked guilty, shaking his head.

"No, Shrayn, you're not some relative. You're nore than it, i didn't meant to say that anyways. We'll go wherever you want," he said, standing up and bowing in front of me, offering his hand with a smirk.

"Veere," I chuckled at his antics. We all hopped into the car-me driving, Naveer in the passenger seat, and Arshi in the back.

"So, where are we going?" I asked.

"Ambrai Ghat?" Naveer suggested. Arshi jumped up in excitement.

"Yayyyy!" She squealed, causing me to flinch, confused.

"You'll see how beautiful it is when we get there. For now, just start the car and follow the map," Naveer winked at me.

~°•.☁️.•°~

After exploring the area, we went to the mall.

"The heck are you guys doing here?" A deep, husky voice froze us in place, and we felt like we were caught in the act.

"Arshi... turn around," Naveer said, gulping.

"Aise kaise... aap bade ho mujhse... rakhi bandhti hu aapko... you should protect me, not make me your shield!" Arshi said, fear in her eyes, her hands trembling.

Naveer turned to me with a tight-lipped smile, and I raised an eyebrow, confused.

"Shrayn, can you please-" Before he could finish, I cut him off.