Matters Of The Heart

𝟑. 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬.

𝘡𝘢𝘺𝘺𝘢𝘯:

As I gazed at her retreating figure, I was struck by her ethereal beauty, like an angel vanishing into the distance. Those celestial sky blue eyes, radiant with innocence, seemed to hold a depth that I feared I might drown in, if I gazed too long. Her delicate pink lips, perpetually bitten in a telltale sign of nervousness, only added to her allure. The gentle curve of her light black eyebrows, the soft flush of her cheeks as she blushed, every aspect of her being seemed to whisper perfection.

Wrapped in an elegant olive green maxi, her slender frame moved with a quiet grace, while the black hijab covering her hair lent an air of mystery to her already captivating presence. I felt entranced, unable to tear my gaze away from her, as if time itself had slowed to allow me to drink in the beauty of this moment. My heart swelled with admiration, my soul stirred by the gentle strength that seemed to emanate from her very being. In that instant, I knew I was forever changed by the sight of her.

❝ Ahem, Ahem, ❞ Aameen cleared his throat, his voice dripping with amusement, shattering the dreamy reverie that had captivated me. I turned to face him, my eyes narrowing slightly as I took in his mischievous grin.

❝ What's got you so entranced, bro? ❞ Aameen asked, his eyebrows dancing with curiosity.  ❝ Who's the mysterious beauty that's stolen the heart of the infamous Zayyan Hussain Malik? Has Cupid finally struck? ❞

I shot him a withering look, trying to convey disinterest, but Aameen just chuckled, his eyes sparkling with teasing glints.

❝ Oh, come on, Zayyan, don't play coy with me, ❞Aameen said, his voice laced with sarcasm.  ❝ I know that look, and it's not exactly subtle. You're hooked, bro! ❞

I raised an eyebrow, trying to appear nonchalant despite the flush rising to my cheeks. ❝ It's none of your business, Aameen,❞ I said, turning away, but my brother just laughed, his amusement echoing through the air.

❝ Oh, this is getting good! ❞ Aameen exclaimed, rubbing his hands together in glee. ❝ I need to get the popcorn ready! ❞

I rolled my eyes, trying to hide a smile. ❝ You're enjoying this, aren't you? ❞

Aameen's grin widened, his eyes glinting with mirth. ❝ You have no idea, bro. This is the most entertainment I've had all week! ❞

I shook my head, chuckling despite myself.  ❝ You're impossible, Aameen. ❞

As I turned back to gaze at the spot where I'd last seen her, Aameen's voice followed me, ❝ I'll get the scoop, Zayyan, mark my words! ❞

I smiled to myself, my mind already racing with plans to uncover the mystery of the enchanting girl. Little did I know, Aameen would be hot on my heels, eager to uncover the secrets of my heart.

Glancing at my watch, I realized it was already 1:30 PM. I needed to leave soon, as Dani was likely waiting for me. I exited my cabin, finding Anna engrossed in her laptop, her fingers flying across the keyboard. I approached her, clearing my throat to announce my presence.

❝ Anna, do we have any other meetings scheduled for today? ❞ I asked, my tone was professional and courteous.

Anna looked up, her kind smile greeting me. ❝ Let me check, sir,❞ she replied, her eyes scanning the screen.

I nodded, waiting patiently as she verified my schedule.

❝ Sir, you have a meeting with Mr. Daniel Mather,❞ She informed me, her voice crisp and efficient.

I considered this for a moment before making a decision.  ❝ Cancel all meetings for today and reschedule them for another day, ❞ I instructed, my mind already focused on my priority – Dani.