She had spent years building a life for herself, steady and carefully controlled. As an architecture student in Birmingham, she understood how to create structures that could withstand pressure. What she never learned was how to protect herself from the things that couldn't be planned. He lived in London, successful, disciplined, and emotionally guarded. He trusted logic more than feelings and certainty more than vulnerability. Keeping people at a distance had always felt safer than letting them close enough to matter. They had known each other since childhood, though never in any meaningful way. For her, he had always been someone she noticed from afar, someone she cared about without expecting anything in return. For him, she was simply a familiar face from a distant past. Then grief changed everything. A loss neither of them was prepared for forced their lives together and left them trapped in a marriage neither had chosen. What should have been a beginning instead felt like an aftermath, built on obligation, expectations, and the weight of everything they had lost. Now they are two strangers sharing a life they never asked for. Between them is silence, unresolved emotions, and a history that feels both too distant and too close. They carry their grief differently, but it follows them into every conversation and every moment. At its heart, this is a story about two people learning how to exist beside one another when neither wants to be vulnerable. About the loneliness of loving someone who doesn't know it, and the fear of caring for someone when it feels too late. Most of all, it asks whether something born from heartbreak and obligation can grow into something genuine, or whether some foundations are too fractured to ever truly hold.

Collection of short stories. 1. Hidden Flame 🔥 Aleksandr × Mishka "Mishka, a hidden beauty, dances through life untouched, until Aleksandr, a powerful Russian man, becomes obsessively devoted. Passion, danger, jealousy, and dark love collide in this unforgettable Hinglish romance." 2. Divorced Love 💔 Akshat × Siya "Torn by misunderstandings and wealth, Akshat and Siya's paths cross in a whirlwind of passion, heartbreak, and secrets. Can love survive betrayal, pride, and the pull of their hearts?" 3. Chand Lamhe ❤️‍🩹 Arjun × Meera "Separated by lies and betrayal, a devoted couple reunites after eighteen years, discovering lost children, unspoken love, and second chances-an emotional journey of heartbreak, family, and timeless love." 4. Stardust & Rain 💫 Ayaan × Rhea "When middle-class receptionist Rhea meets Bollywood superstar Ayaan, their love ignites in storms of obsession, passion, and scandal. Rain, heartbreak, and desire collide in a cinematic journey of love and redemption." I have written these to for now but there will be many more stories, it can we 10 or 15 depends on the response I get. disclaimer:- Do vote and comment it keeps me motivated to write more 💜 Lots of love ❤️ smmaira

'Every boy is a player, Until... He meets his true one' ... "Come on Inaya! You just have to pretend" he whines trying his best to convince the girl. "Pretending also comes under the category of lying" he rolls his eyes till the back of his head if possible hearing her uttering truth. "It does? Well, One pretty girl and One pretty boy with One pretty lie sounds fair to me" he grins proudly and the poor girl looks so done by her cousins behaviour. "Wait...pretty boy sounds gay, I am Handsome so lets change that sentence-he worries about something which is not at all important but convinces the girl to be his crime partner not knowing where this will take them. Two dumb souls tied into a mature stage of life because of their own deed by uttering a pretty simple lie.

'You are my favourite place to go, When my mind searches for peace.' ....... In a bustling workplace-where she walks in like owns the place because she believes she does, because she goes with the faith that 'what's your cousin's is yours'-a reserved yet fiercely protective man and a spirited, full of her life woman share an unconventional connection that only grows stronger through their banter, playfulness, and the unexpected situations life throws at them. She's convinced his aloofness hides irritation, but everyone else sees the truth: his world quietly revolves around her. When a threatening stalker emerges, their dynamic takes a sudden, heart-racing turn. To protect her, he does the unthinkable-he ties with her, for eternity. But their new reality isn't just about safety; it's filled with hilarious misunderstandings, heartfelt moments, and the awkward dance of two people learning to love openly. With her fiery personality and his silent affection, their journey is one of humor, romance, and finding solace in each other. Join us in this delightful story of two cousins whose hearts find their way to each other, proving that sometimes, love has been right beside you all along.

"Sana... I don't know how to say this but.. this marriage means nothing to me, if...if you want you can divorce me after 6 months. I am sorry I spoiled your life." Veer said facing his back to his bride whom he married some time ago. "Veer.. you know what? Maybe this marriage is nothing for you, but for me it's everything. The seven vows we made is completely true for me and I shall abide by it till my death. You may not accept me as your wife but I accepted you as my husband the moment you tied this holy chain around my neck and applied vermilion." Sana said while tears flowed from her eyes without her permission. ______________________________________________________ Captain Veer Rathod, an Indian Army officer. He can do anything for his motherland and his family. For him nation is his first priority. He has been in love with a girl called Nisha, whom he met at a family function. Captain Sana Sharma, also an Indian Army officer. For her the nation is everything. But also she is fun loving, frank girl. She will do anything for her loved ones. She fell in love with Veer when she was hardly 12 years old and from then she continues to love him even if Veer thinks of her just as a bestfriend. ______________________________________________________ Peek inside to know what will happen in their life. Will Veer ever accept Sana or Will they always remain best friends only ? (P.s. - Am not that good at romance and all but I promise you won't be bored of this story, it's going to be a rom-com story) Story started :- 20 June 2022 Story ended :- 4 December 2022

# Book 2 of the "Between" series. Sitara Varadhan never intended to chase fame. A quiet medical student with a love for storytelling, she stumbles into acting by chance-and unexpectedly lands the lead in a major film. Her co-star? Ashwin, a charismatic actor making his return after a long hiatus. They're strangers at first. But as the cameras roll and their on-screen chemistry deepens, the lines between performance and emotion begin to blur. What starts as awkward silence turns into quiet companionship, shared music, and viral moments neither of them saw coming. Sitara, introverted and cautious, must navigate a world of lights, scrutiny, and emotions she never meant to feel. And Ashwin-still healing from a past he keeps buried-finds himself drawn to something far more real than a scripted romance. Behind the flashing cameras, two guarded hearts are learning to open up. Between fame, fear, and fragile beginnings-can something real survive the spotlight? A slow-burn story of love, friendship, and rediscovering yourself-Between the Spotlights.

Payal, a divorcee trying to rebuild her life, meets Mihir, a colleague forced into medicine though he dreams of becoming an actor. Love blossoms, but Mihir's family rejects Payal for her past. When Mihir's debut film faces collapse, Payal secretly funds it with a loan, ensuring his rise to stardom. As his fame grows, his family pressures Payal to leave. She sacrifices her love, fakes betrayal, and disappears with a secret - she is carrying Mihir's twins. Years later, truth and lies collide, and Mihir learns that the woman who gave up everything for him is the reason behind his success. A story of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and redemption - where the heart learns that true love never fades, no matter how deep it is buried.

In the bustling corridors of India's most prestigious hospital, two brilliant surgeons, Dr. Rohan and Dr. Kavya, are bound by a love forged in college and strengthened in the operating room. Their world shatters when a patient dies on the table, and suspicion falls on Rohan. In a desperate act of love, Kavya shoulders the blame to protect him, sacrificing her career and freedom. Condemned by the man she loves and branded a traitor, she fights silently to uncover the truth. As betrayal, secrets, and resilience clash, Kavya must confront the scars of sacrifice to reclaim her oath-and her love.

"The end of your world?" Her eyes flooded with doubts. "The day when I stop loving you", his fingers trembled in her hand, "and the day is already here", tightly pressing his eyelids he said, "I cannot love you, Sataish". Where is the question of love between a young girl and a devilishly handsome young psychiatrist who is combating with a strange phobia? He is everything that a girl desires for. He is intelligent. He can read her eyes that but cannot love her despite knowing that he would die otherwise. The story based on a strange phobia: The fear of falling in love Join the journey of Sataish and Irtiza to unveil the real journey of love, fear and love!