Some men crave power. Some crave submission. And some crave the one woman who won't give them either.

This book is a collection of short stories featuring Murtasim Khan and Meerab Ahmed-two unforgettable characters whose love takes on many forms across different timelines, settings, and circumstances. Each story offers a new shade of their bond, filled with passion, tension, and longing. I'm deeply thankful to everyone who gives this book a chance-your time means the world to me. Copyright © 2025 by LipstickAndLore. All rights reserved.

Some one shots on Meerab and Murtasim from the trending drama TERE BIN... The characters played by Wahaj Ali and Yumna Zaidi respectively!

and hope to die... Meerab Arsalan had it all. The warm, healthy childhood, perfect teeth, stellar education, the best friends a girl could ask for, enough money to live a comfortable life & still have some left over every month for the Net-A-Porter hauls, & most importantly, the drop dead gorgeous, sinfully charismatic soulmate who was as amazing on the inside as he looked on the outside. Until she was faced with the daunting realisation that he wasn't all roses, warm honey & Victoria Sponge cake on the inside as she'd thought him to be... Delta Force operative Murtasim would've sooner made himself sniper target practice at the Fort Bragg HQ base than entertained the thought of a 'girl next door' variety female stumbling into his life (and his mission), wrapping him around her tiny, adorably plump pinky, & getting him to the alter all within a few months of knowing her And yet here he was, still alive & being dragged around Charlotte, North Carolina for cake tastings & tuxedo fittings by the said 'girl next door' variety female. And to say he loved it would be an overstatement, but to say he adored the living daylights out of her wouldn't be. Until someone decided they wanted to take the one thing he adored in the big bad world away from him. Pasts resurfaced, monsters roared all around, and worse, the ones inside him were unleashed until he wasn't just fighting for her, but fighting her to make sure they somehow made it back to the pretty picket fence, porch swing, & breakfasts in bed life they'd dreamed of. A short story by DelilahUpInTheClouds. Cover by the talented moonshine_1 The hero's & heroine's first names have been inspired by PTV show Tere Bin.

What happens when two childhood enemies, while in the act to pretend they like eachother find out they're actully set to be married thanks to late shahnawaz Khans wish? Just a lovey-dovey enemies to lovers story I couldn't stop thinking about! Hoping to make someone smile with anything written in this romcom!

In the vibrant city of Hyderabad, Pakistan, Mariam Khan and Meerab Ahmad have been best friends since their college days. Although they have taken different paths after graduation-Mariam remaining in Hyderabad while Meerab moves to Karachi to pursue further studies-their bond remains strong through phone calls and video chats. As life progresses, Mariam is excited about her brother, Murtasim Khan, returning home after six years in the USA. Murtasim is not just coming back; he has a successful business venture in mind that he wants to expand into Pakistan. Tall, athletic, and serious by nature, he shares a close relationship with his younger sister, Mariam, who looks up to him for guidance and comfort. Meanwhile, in Karachi, Meerab is making strides in her career. She works at a well-known marketing agency, unaware that the firm she works for is part of Murtasim's newly established business operations. Meerab lives with her mother, Anila Ahmad, a nurturing presence in her life, while her father, Waqas Ahmad, a successful lawyer, often offers his wisdom. Their household is completed by her older brother, Maaz, a compassionate doctor who shares a playful bond with Meerab. The worlds of Murtasim and Meerab collide when Murtasim visits Karachi to oversee the launch of his brand. As fate would have it, they meet at a networking event organized by Meerab's company. Despite their initial awkwardness, Murtasim's serious demeanor contrasts beautifully with Meerab's lively personality. What begins as a simple professional relationship quickly evolves into a deep romantic connection, unbeknownst to both of them that they are entwined by their respective relationships with Mariam.

This is my version of Tere Bin Season 2...

Meerab Ahmed and Murtasim Shahnawaz Khan have been at odds for as long as they can remember. Both from powerful political families whose rivalry has spanned generations, the two have never found common ground. But when tragedy strikes their city of Lahore, Meerab and Murtasim find themselves unexpectedly united in their grief. As they come together to face the aftermath, their relationship begins to evolve in unexpected ways. Little do they know that their love could be the only thing that can save their world from darkness. As they navigate the aftermath of the tragedy, Murtasim and Meerab discover an unlikely connection that transcends their political differences. They begin to understand each other's pain and realize the futility of the long-standing rivalry between their families. Love blossoms amidst the chaos, leading them to question their own beliefs and the world they have known. Their forbidden love becomes a symbol of hope amidst the political turmoil and rebellion gripping Pakistan. Murtasim and Meerab's relationship challenges societal norms and forces their families to confront their own prejudices. The power of their love ultimately becomes a catalyst for change, as they strive to bridge the divide between their families and bring about a more united political clan. Book cover - @ivystarflower

She was beautiful, not just to look at but to know. They said, for someone who possess such a kind soul, the Almighty will shower his blessings on her. He was ruthless, not just by reputation, but by heart. They said no one that dared crossed him lived to tell the tale. They said, for someone who possess such poison in their soul, the Almighty will definitely punish him adequately. Belonging to two families that hated each other, these two souls were never meant to be meet. Until fate intervened and intertwined their lives in such a way that neither had expected. Will she prove to be the punishment he so needs ? Or will he become the blessing she so deserves ?

𝐃𝐚𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧-𝐀𝐞-𝐌𝐨𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐚𝐭| 18+ ♡ 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 ♡ 𝑻𝒖𝒎𝒏𝒆 𝒌𝒉𝒐𝒚𝒂 𝒉𝒊 𝒌𝒚𝒂 𝒉𝒂𝒊? He questioned, anger and pain battling in his eyes. 𝑱𝒆𝒆, 𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒃 𝒌𝒖𝒄𝒉 𝒌𝒉𝒐 𝒅𝒊𝒚𝒂 𝒉𝒂𝒊!! She replied, her heart screaming in silent agony. -★ 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒃 𝑲𝒉𝒂𝒏 ! A strong yet fragile soul. A girl who lost everything the day she became his bride-her name, her freedom, her voice. Her heart held grief and fire, struggling to survive in a world where she was trapped by a fate she never chose. -☆ 𝑲𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝑴𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒎 𝑲𝒉𝒂𝒏 ! Not just a man of power, but a man born to dominate, raised to never lose. Marriage was a path to control, a way to bind someone who was never meant to be his. Yet beneath the commands and unyielding authority, a different desire lurked, waiting to surface. ❁✿ They say opposites attract-let's see if it works for Meerab and Murtasim. Will they ever accept the other? Will hate slowly turn into something more? To know how rage softens, glances linger, and hearts collide-you have to dive into the book !! T R O P E S • Arranged marriage • Slow burn • Grumpy X sunshine • Love after marriage • Enemies to lovers • He fell first and harder • Strong MMC • Age gap • Little bit secrets [Childhood] • "The moon is beautiful tonight", kind of love 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒃 - I thought feeling lonely was better than feeling unloved. But it hurts... It hurts more than I admit it. 𝑴𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒎 - You don't have to act strong infront of me. Tum bikharo gi, toh main samet lunga. ♪ HALAL ROMANCE ♪ To know more join me in their beautiful journey.