Kismet

Suddenly, a bike bears down on me, its horn blaring. A stranger’s swift pull saves me from harm. I tremble, eyes shut, anticipating the worst. But as I open them, I find myself in his warm, reassuring embrace. His steady heartbeat – “thud, thud, thud” – calms my racing thoughts. Our gazes lock, time standing still. The world around us fades into the background. “Your eyes are breathtakingly beautiful,” I whisper, lost in their depths. He smiles faintly, his lips grazing my ear. “Thanks, dear.” ------------------------------------------ I was shocked to death when I saw him. I froze, unable to speak or move. He smiled and put out his hand for a handshake. But I couldn’t respond. I quickly picked up my bag and left the cabin, tears streaming down my face. I tried to call Sanjiv, but he didn’t answer. Someone grabbed me and dragged me towards the stairs. I struggled to free myself, but it was no use. As I stood between the two arms, I shouted, “Leave.me.alone.Naksh”. His face was inches from mine, his warm breath on my skin. He moved closer to me, whispering in my ear, “Don’t cry, my little girl”. -----------------------------------------