He was never meant to fall. She was never meant to find out.
Zayn Afzal Khan - arrogant, cold, and untouchable. As the CEO of The Khan's Empire, he rules the business world with an iron grip. But beneath the suit and success lies a far darker truth...
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"Zayn, why don't you be that man instead?"
The world around me faded. My eyes widened at his question. Yes! The word was at the edge of my throat. Finally! This is what I wanted to hear for so long. Oh my god! The excitement is just so unbearable. I was trying so hard not to smile. Zayn, relax. Breathe in, breathe out. Control yourself, Zayn.
"What? Are you out of your mind?" I acted like I don't want to marry her since I can't say yes immediately. "Why not? What's wrong with it? I know you, Zayn. I know you are the one who is perfect for my sister." He argued.
"Exactly. You know me. I am not perfect, Azaan. Especially for your sister. She is...she is innocent. She won't be able to take it when she gets to know about my real identity." I said as a matter of fact. "We will handle it. She will accept you gradually after she knows it."
"No, Azaan. It's... it's not right. I can't do this." I shook my head. Despite the fact that I am her stalker, I am also a mafia. I need to be more careful and protect her from my dark world. "Zayn, I can't find someone better than you. Think about this. Take your time." He said and left my cabin.
After making sure he had left, I covered my face with my palms and laughed so hard until my stomach hurt. I really can't express the happiness inside me. It feels like my heart is going to burst. It raced with joyful anticipation, as if dancing to an unspoken tune. It's unbelievable.
Just when I was drowning in joy, the sound knocking interrupted me. I sighed, muttering a come in and Luca came into view. "What is it?" I asked in no nonsense tone. Had it been someone else, I would have buried them alive for disturbing me in this moment. "Sir, you have a meeting in half an hour." He informed. I closed my eyes in irritation. Sighing, I nodded and soon he left from there.
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Khan's Mansion
Once I was in my room, I took off my blazer and tossed it lazily on the couch. Stepping into the bathroom, I took off the remaining clothes and just stood with my boxers on.
I tapped on the shower, decreasing the temperature from warm to cold and stood under it, letting the cold water flow all over my body as my muscles slowly relaxed into it. While showering, I couldn't think about anything else but her. My thoughts are consumed by the smallest thing of her. Especially her beautiful eyes and smile.
After showering, I changed into a t-shirt and sweatpants and went to the living room. I saw all the family members were there. Rehaan was sitting on the couch, busy with his laptop. I went to him and smacked him on his head as I asked "What are you doing?"
"I am sleeping, bhai." He said, smiling like an idiot and I glared at him. "By the way, you came early from the office. It's strange. What happened?" He asked. Sitting beside him, I said "Hmm. Wait."
"I have to tell everyone something." I said loudly and got everyone's attention. "Kya hua, Zayn? Ghar se bhagna chahte ho kya?" ("What happened, Zayn? Do you want to run away from the house?") My mom asked and the whole room burst into laughter.
