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She loved him... He left... Six years later, he came back... when she was no longer his to choose.
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"I-I... I like you. Actually... no, I mean, I love you, Kabir."
"Ish... you... you thought of me that way?" he asked, guilt flickering in his eyes.
Tears welled up in hers at his tone, but before she could speak, Kabir exhaled heavily.
"Ish, I don't want to hurt you... but I don't have time for love right now. I'm going to London. For me, career comes first... I need to make something of myself."
Ishika's heart shattered. He was excited, his eyes glowing as he spoke about his future... but every word pierced her deeper.