A different take on my favorite couple...instances from the show if the story was written differently. Meerab and Murtasim get married under the same circumstances, but they don't have a contract.

Murtasim's eyes widened in horror as he stumbled upon Meerab's lifeless body in the bathroom, surrounded by blood. The shattered mirror, his own doing, lay nearby. Guilt and self-loathing consumed him. "Meerab...no...what have I done?" Murtasim whispered, collapsing beside her. Flashback: The previous night, Murtasim's anger and ego had blinded him. He forced himself on Meerab, ignoring her pleas. "Stop, Murtasim! Please!" Meerab begged, tears streaming down her face. But he didn't listen. Afterward, overwhelmed with guilt, Murtasim fled, leaving Meerab shattered and alone. Haya, finding Meerab traumatized, instigated her to leave Murtasim. "Leave him, Meerab. He doesn't deserve you," Haya urged. Meerab, too distraught to comprehend, walked to the bathroom. The shattered mirror seemed to mock her. She grabbed a shard and slit her wrists, letting the darkness consume her. Present: Murtasim cradled Meerab's limp body, tears streaming down his face. "Forgive me, Meerab. I'm so sorry...I love you," he whispered, his voice shaking. Maa Begum's taunts echoed in his mind, but he couldn't face her or himself. Murtasim's world crumbled as he realized the extent of his destruction. He vowed to make amends, to save Meerab and their relationship. But would it be too late? Murtasim's desperate plea for forgiveness, as Meerab's life hangs in the balance. Will Meerab survive? Can Murtasim redeem himself? This story is based on the original MR track What happens when after the fateful night a shattered and broken Meerab instead of running away decides to end her suffering once and for all? Will she survive? What does the future hold for her?

this is story is continuing of the scene where murtasim closed the door ...

Sometimes it's okay to be deceptive. So Murtasim and Meerab do just that. What starts as a publicity relationship quickly gets entangled in a mess of lies, turbulent emotions, detective work and a mysterious group known as the Elite Squad. WARNING: Mature themes.

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

LIFE IS CHESS, NOT CHECKERS What happens when lifelong friends and business partners, Meerab Ahmed and Murtasim Khan, are forced into marriage by their families, for reasons unknown to both of them. How will this forced union affect their lives? Will their friendship stand the test of time or will the challenges of life prove to be fatal for their bond? Chess and Checkers is the story of Meerab and Murtasim as they navigate through the challenges of life, together and alone and uncover secrets that hold the power to haunt them for the rest of their lives. A MEERASIM AND TERE BIN AU

This is basically all the lost potential of the storyline that could have elevated the drama. My take on how the story should have progressed. All characters are the same but with a slight changes in the story.

In the comforting embrace of his perfect life, Khan Murtasim Khan had everything one could wish for. Yet, a capricious twist of destiny snatched away his most cherished possession, plunging him into the abyss of darkness. A once vibrant soul, now encased in stone, Murtasim became a haunting silhouette of his former self. Guided by the poignant whisper of his father's dying wish, Murtasim found himself entangled in an arranged marriage with Meerab Khan-an embodiment of youth and carefree cheerfulness. Their union, born out of duty, emerged as a crucible of emotions, a battleground where Murtasim's stoicism clashed with Meerab's zestful spirit. Amidst the backdrop of tragedy, familial obligation, and the redeeming alchemy of love, the story unfolds. As Meerab steps into Murtasim's world, will her bubbly presence lift the eclipse shrouding his heart, or will his shattered soul entwine her in the shadows of tragedy and mystery it holds?

In a story shaped by fate, Khan Murtasim Khan and Meerab Waqas Ahmed are brought together to get married, a union forged by their fathers' hopes to transform friendship into a lifetime of companionship. They are bounded to each other by a contract but can fate play a role in tugging the strings of their their heart towards each other as well?