Orphic

Episode 9.

Eid Mubarak ❣️

Zoya's pov.

I woke up early today to get ready. Today is really special day for me since today's the annual ceremony of my university. The results for the photography competition will be announced today and I can't be more nervous.

I know I did good but there's always this nervousness that's there. Last time I was so confident but at the end I saw my project being played with another's name and I've never been enough worried since then.

Shaking my thoughts off I quickly wore my outfit. The black skirt brushed against my ankles, I paired it with a powder pink top and a black leather jacket. I did my makeup and curled my hair from the ends for a more easy going look to myself.

Putting the contacts in my eyes I applied false lashes to make myself look a little more flattering. Quickly putting on my heels I sprinted towards Baba's room.

"So you're finally ready" he said huffing. He looked like the man of every woman's dream in his black suit, well every old woman's dream now but he looked amazing. As always.

"Yes my drama king now will you please hurry" I said watching him adjust his cuffs.

"Let's go" he said swinging the blazer over his shoulder and wrapping the other arm around my shoulder.

"How do I look?" I asked as we made our way out.

"You.. um.. look fine." he said examining me from head to toe.

"Just fine?" I said squinting my eyes and looking at him perplexed.

"I mean you look really pretty" he said hugging me close and kissing my temple. I smiled gently leaning into his warmth.

He went to get the car and I waited checking my phone. I was busy texting Hadiya and Ghazal who were already there. I had gotten up early but last minute changes in the project had taken my time and now I was running late.

"Where are you going all dressed up?" A voice spoke from behind me. I was startled for a second but then I looked up to see a set of grey eyes gazing down at me.

"University annual ceremony" I said going back to me phone. He didn't say anything else but didn't leave either. I wanted to take pictures of myself but there was no-. I smirked turning to my potential tripod.

"Einstein" I called him. He turned to me with a raised eyebrow.

"Um... Take my pictures" I said handing him my phone. He didn't take it but looked at me as if I've lost my brain.

"Come again?"

"I said please take my pictures" I said grinning sheepishly to look more convincing.

"No" he said blankly and looked away. I scowled at him but before I could argue again baba pulled up infront of me.

Stomping my foot I walked over to the car feeling his heated gaze on me. It's been weird since his last week visit. I would randomly catch him staring at me for no reason, his staring has been doing something to me but what I don't know and I don't want to know.

I went on about my day. The function was honestly boring. I wonder what baba must be doing. He must be bored out of his mind. The principal's speech. Then the performances. Some of them were nice.

The time was here when the awards for the photography competition were to be announced. My heart was in my throat as I held Hadiya's hand tightly.

"Have hope you guys we did great" Ghazal said rounding her hands around my shoulders.

"Ladies and gentlemen as you know this event has especially been organized for out media sciences students. Who had shown their talent through their art and their work. I would like to call the dean of media department up on stage. Please welcome sir Shehroz Malik" the host aka Sir Daniyal spoke in the speaker. Hadiya was a melting mess beside me.