This story is set in the early 1980s of India. The nation had broken free from the chains of colonization, yet in the small towns and crowded streets, another battle was quietly being fought - the battle for the freedom to love. This is not just a story of first love, but of courage, sacrifice, and two souls who found each other in a world that wasn't ready for them. A tale not just of love, but of longing - for the freedom to choose, to dream, to live... together. Dive into their story... to see what destiny has written for their hearts.

#𝒇𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝒃𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒖𝒔 How would you react if you were told to leave the place where you'd spent your entire childhood, in just one night, without a chance to say goodbye? How would you feel if you were asked to cut all ties with your friends overnight, as if memories could be erased that easily? How would you cope with being told to start over in an unfamiliar city, to make new friends while burying the laughter and love of your birthplace? And what would you do if, just when you found love again, the ghosts of your past collided with the quiet comfort of your present, turning everything into chaos? Because all of this, every heartbreak, every silent scream, every attempt to rebuild, was faced by 𝒉𝒆𝒓. The girl who learned to smile even when the ground beneath her kept shifting. 𝒆𝒌𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒌𝒂, the girl who walked away without goodbye, carries guilt behind quiet smiles and holds pieces of every friendship in her heart. She leaves her old life behind, only to find comfort, laughter, and new bonds in a city that feels like home. 𝒚𝒖𝒈, the boy who's full of life, infectiously cheerful and fearless, brings color and warmth into her world, making every moment brighter. As new friendships blossom and romance sparks, fate brings Ekantika face to face with the past she tried to leave behind, old friends, unfinished confessions, and memories that refuse to fade. Some ties break, some heal, and some become the love story neither of them expected. To see how friendships are reforged, hearts are mended, and love finds its way, dive into the story of 𝒆𝒌𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒌𝒂 and 𝒚𝒖𝒈, and feel every thread that weaves them together.

Saatvik, a 12th grader, is an average student, but what he lacks in academic excellence, he makes up for with his sincere and warm personality. He's known for his love of rope skipping, which reflects his focus and discipline. Though he is reserved, especially when it comes to expressing his deeper feelings, he is a loyal friend and someone who quietly observes those around him. His secret admiration for someone close to him remains hidden, and while he may not always show it, he cares deeply. His calm and composed nature makes him someone people can rely on, even if they don't always see the full depth of his emotions. ~ लगन तुमसे लगा बैठे जो होगा देखा जाएगा। Shreya Sharma, a 10th grader, is a soft-spoken, intelligent young girl with a calm yet confident presence. Though she may not seek attention, she effortlessly captures it with her kindness and grace. Academically gifted, Shreya excels in her studies, but she is never boastful about her achievements. Her humility and gentle nature make her a beloved friend to those who know her. She is deeply empathetic and always there for those who need support, listening patiently and offering her unwavering loyalty. While Shreya may appear quiet on the surface, she has a passionate side that emerges in her creative pursuits, whether it's painting, dancing, singing, writing, or simply dreaming of the future. ~कौन तुझे यू प्यार करेगा जैसे मैं करती हूँ। Shreya, quietly crushes on her senior Saatvik as he trains for regionals. To her surprise, Saatvik soon starts noticing her and their quiet and unspoken bond begins to grow.

It is a story about two totally opposites of life getting collided and then being tied in a thread of contract marriage. Ishaan, a man who hides his fears, his vulnerable past with a stoic expression on his face. His reasons had only made him distant from everyone. He doesn't talk much, he does not involve himself anywhere. He is just here living his life minding his own business and absolutely having no plans to be stuck with a girl he doesn't even know. But can he deny his TAQDEER? Noor, a woman whose name itself screams her personality. Her mere existence in a room is enough to light it up with her glow, her spark of including people around her. Making others happy heals something in her. She also has a similar kind of past as Ishaan but her way of dealing with it is different. Instead of hiding her fears behind the mask of rudeness she chose to hide it behind her smile. She is there smiling but no one gets to know what scars are being hidden behind it. Read to know about them. Happy Reading. *Any of the pictures used in the book are not mine and they belong truthfully to their owner.*

"Sometimes the first step we fear to take could be to the road of beautiful Endings." This book is based on an arranged marriage setup being settled up in the early 2000's. No drama, no suspense just a simple short story of love brewing between two souls shattering the indifferences of life.

story of two broken souls finding their peace in each other I was co-writing this book when I was sixteen but then it remained unwritten. So, I am publishing it again just for the memories i have with this book.

Diya Kulkarni Our Story's female lead Country's top notch criminal lawyer Belonging to a reputed family of Doctor's and Advocates She is 24, her story is different, it has been smooth not a lot of hardships The only hardship she faces is calculating the most gruesome punishment to the criminals who have wronged and need to be severly punished Nevan Mehta Our Story's male lead CEO of Mehta Industries in the day but a contract killer in the night Belongs to the most wealthiest family of the country He is 29, skilled and articulate, has been the apple of the eye for his parents The sweeter he is, the more cold he is when it comes to criminals or people hurting his loved ones Diya × Nevan have been childhood enemies, as children it was just adorable but as they grew their hatred grew towards eachother resulting in a serious argument between them which broke both of them from inside Since then they have not been in contact What happens when fate brings then together again? Will they try to bridge the gap by themselves or the fate has to play another game to bring them close? ~devi💫