In that ordinary moment when their eyes first met, little did they knew it was the start of an extraordinary love story.
-Unknown.|A L E E Z A|Among the dazzling lights of the party, that is being held in a penthouse. Yeah, no shit, the host is the son of a great businessman, who I know nothing about.A lot of people filled the huge penthouse, everyone dancing to their own tune, some getting drunk on their issues and happiness. Between all those people, I felt like a lone star in a glittering sky. It's been a few days since I shifted here from my country, my home. But still I miss them, I miss them like I never wanted to get away from them. As much as it is true, it is not the whole truth. I knew the cost of my freedom would be this.In this huge city, even bigger university and the crowd of thousand people, there was only one person who stopped to have a conversation with me. The boy who bumped into me like a hurricane just to be my saviour from this ache of loneliness.Lev King.He invited me to his grand party, yesterday, when he bumped into me. I found out that I share classes with that handsome man. We got along, thank fuck, because I can not for the life of me bring myself to make any friends here.The room buzzed with laughter and chatter and the infectious energy. But, beneath the shimmering black off shoulder dress that I wore to the party tonight, I carried a quiet solitude. I left my family behind to live this life, to taste the freedom freely and not just on the tip of my tongue. But I did not realised that loneliness will be the price I would be paying to get the freedom I always chased. Their absence always settled like an ache in my heart, even when I am surrounded by a crowd of hundred people.Yet, amidst the crowd I did not failed to recognise him, when I saw him with two boys and a girl, clinging to his side. Lev, with those mesmerising brown eyes that seems to hold the joy of the world, a sharp jawline that exuded confidence and a sharp pointed nose, looked as handsome as ever. His tousled, dark brown hair framed his face, in a simple white t-shirt and sleek black jeans, he looked effortlessly stylish. I battled inside my mind between if I should go and greet him or just stay here to enjoy the party.The battled did not lasted long as I saw him, noticing me from the distance before he waved at me with a wide smile. I returned the gesture, gladly, cutting through the crowd to reach him. We both covered half distance and met halfway."Hey," his smile looked like a ray of the warmth for a person who has been shivering in cold for long enough to appreciate it."The party is incredible." I tell him, homestly, my gaze wandering around in the penthouse that shone with colorful bright lights.Lev let his gaze scan me from bottom to top before his eyes returned to my face and he complimented, "You look breathtaking." It's the way Lev says it like he meant every single word that made Aleeza feel more beautiful than she did before.Like a gentleman, he seems to be, he extended his hand towards me, bowing slightly as he asked, "Shall we dance?"A light chuckle escaped my lips before I put my hand in his large one. He took a hold of mine and guided me through the crowd to the dance floor. So many people danced to the beat of the music, lost in their own world not giving a shit about anyone else around. It spoke volumes about the freedom they must be feeling.Shape of you by Ed Sheeran filled the air as I stood in the middle of the dance floor with Lev. I locked eyes with him before nodding in a silent agreement, only, we two seem to know about. The pulsating rhythm coursed through my body, setting my heart elate. I felt alive, free, like all other people on the dance embrace in the soothing embrace of music.We moved in sync, his hands lightly resting ony waist, guiding me through the swaying crowd. Every step was effortless as if we have danced together a hundred times before bringing it to the eyes of audience.With a sly grin, he leaned in and shouted over the music to be heard, "You call this dancing, Aleeza?"He twirled me twice and when I faced him again, I shot him a playful glare, matching the volume as I answered, "I have got my own style."He chuckled, twirling me once again with a flourish, "That's one way to put it." He said.As we twirled, swayed, and continue to groove to the music, the sound of us laughing filled my ear like of music. And, in this moment, right here, I realised that sometimes the best conversation happens on the dance floor which later, leads to a great friendship.A few minutes later, we got down the dance floor and Lev excused himself to meet some of his friends. I took it as a chance to take myself towards the bar and get myself a drink.While I was heading towards the same, my eyes caught the sight of something, more like someone. A man sat at the stool near the bar, a glass of drink in his one hand and his eyes as disinterested and distant as one human's could be. Yet, there was something alluring and magnetic about him.I decided to approach him, taking large and bold steps towards him in my pencil heels, I stood right next to him. His eyes did not wavered from the drink as if the world can go to hell for all he cares."Hey," I said, greeting him, with the hope to find out more about his enigmatic personality and dig deeper about the mysteries he is hiding in those gorgeous eyes of his.The boy, slowly but surely turned his head to me. But, when I took a clear look at his face, my mouth gaped at the sight.I do not know what I was expecting from him.But this was definitely not it.Interesting.In the story of us, hate was just the prologue, and we're left wondering about the chapters yet to be written. -Unknown. |A L E E Z A|In the middle of the vibrant chaos of this party, my eyes locked with his. The man in front of me was the actual embodiment of captivating masculinity. His brown eyes, deep and rich like the finest chocolate held a quiet allure, cloaking the mysteries and secrets, untold. Dark rampant hair framed his face in a way that whispered of his rebellious charm and nature. His nose, elegantly pointed, added a touch of rectification to his rugged charm. His chiseled jaw, chiseled with such precision that it seemed sculpted by the hands of an artist, making every head turn to him, twice, in appreciation. His physique was nothing short of magnificent, he stood out in the crowd of college students. He was huge, definitely huge than a college student as he claimed to be, by being present in this party. He swirled the c
I've met enough people to know that genuine kindness is a rare gem, and I can't help but question its authenticity. -Unknown. |K I R I L L|The crimson droplets from the glass of my drink painted my pristine white t-shirt hideous art and fiery rage boiled within me. The rage clawed at my insides, eager to consume me whole. The audacity of this girl who dared to profane my attire and humiliate me in a room full of foolish people. The red soaked my t-shirt and I bawled my fists, in an attempt to calm myself down. My gaze fixed ahead on dancing crowd where she disappeared. I remember her. I remeber her from the night in the forest, the darkness that surrounded us while her eyes shone with rebellion was a little hard to forget or ignore. Beneath the surface of my anger, an ember of amusement smoldered. She is a little too brave and feisty for her own good. But unlike me, there was not even a hint of recognition in her eyes. It was not su
Embrace the beauty of spontaneity; sometimes, the most meaningful connections are born from chance encounters. -Unknown. |A L E E Z A|I woke up to the soft caress of sunlight spilling through my bedroom window, its gentle warmth cajoling me from the depths of slumber. As I slowly opened my eyes, the hazy memories of last night's party began to unravel. My honey blonde hair lay scattered across the silk pillow, a ruffled testament to the wild festivities that have unfolded. With a dopey stretch, I reached up to tuck a strand of my hair behind my ear and blinked away the remnants of sleep. Amidst all the memorable memories of last night party, one memory made me annoyed. Those pair of brown eyes danced in my mind, their arrogant allure impossible to ignore. I remember the chaotic and arrogant conversation that happened between the two of us, driving me to the edge of annoyance, so much, that I end up ruining his white t-shirt by the stain of red wine, like a painting on a blank canv
Hating someone's flaws can be the first step towards understanding and eventually loving their complexities. -Unknown.|A L E E Z A|Dressed in a crisp white t-shirt that highlighted his muscular frame, accentuated by a black leather jacket draped casually over his shoulders. His black jeans clung to his legs, as he stood there, ahead of us with cross legs. This man, right here, had an undeniable rugged charm, with his disheveled dark hair that seemed tk defy gravity. His piercing gaze exuded an air of ignorance, his disregard towards the world. "What are you doing here?" The man beside me, Lev, questioned the man who is the center of my sight right now. "Just thought of having brunch together." The man with chocolate eyes, answered, his voice comparatively softer than the ignorant one he used with me last night. He kept his whole focus on the man with me, his eyes not wavering even once. There was not even a hint of recognition in his
He was everything I despised, but, he also became everything I could not resist. -Unknown. |A L E E Z A|After the whole day, I returned back to my luxurious apartment, the lonely luxurious apartment. The bustling streets outside seemed alien, and the empty rooms echoed with the solitude I had chosen. I missed my family, their warmth, their laughter. Most of all, I missed my brothers. I don't think there would be a day where I won't miss them. I settled onto the couch unable to shake away the feeling of loneliness that washed over me. The apartment, though cozy, felt strangely empty without the comforting presence of my family.I checked the time in my phone amd realised that Elena, my niece, must be sleeping right now. So, it would not be the best time to call my eldest brother, hence, I decided to call, Lorenzo, my second eldest brother. The phone ringed twice before he picked it up, his voice laced with concern even before I uttere
Beware the devil in a man's disguise, for he'll lead you to the darkest of surprises. -Unknown.|K I R I L L|The forest lay before me, a vast sea of towering trees that reached towards a moon shrouded in wisps of cloud. The sound of dried lips churned under my feets with each step taken forward by me. Keeping the mask on, I continued my steps towards my destination. The moon, a mere sliver in the obsidian sky, cast its pale light upon the gnarled trees that stood sentinel in the darkness. My footsteps were measured, each one taken with purpose and unwavering resolve. Fear was a foreign concept to a man of my background, a world where danger lurked around every corner. I moved with the quiet confidence of one who had faced far greater threats than the enigmatic woods that surrounded me. The tangled underbrush reached out like ghostly fingers, but I pushed through, undeterred. Each rustling leaf and distant hoot of an owl were mere distractions, background noise in the grand symphon
Blessed are those who do not fear solitude, who are not afraid of their own company, who are not always desperately looking for something to do, something to amuse themselves with. -Paulo Coelho.|A L E E Z A|Other people's days might turn bad, but my life is going awry. I have no idea how I consistently manage to immerse myself in the worst of troubles. It's like an unwanted talent that I possess, and no matter how hard I try, I can't seem to get rid of it."Are you okay now?" Lev asked me, and if someone were to see the concern on his face, they might think I was on my deathbed."I'll survive," I replied with a playful smile.No matter how many problems life throws at me, I can never forget this person standing in front of me, with so much worry in his eyes.Tonight, Lev came to my apartment again with dinner. He mentioned that he doesn't like having dinner alone, and his older brother, who is egoistic and arrogant but somehow a good broth
She walked into the future, blissfully unaware of the storm that was brewing on the horizon. -Unknown. |A L E E Z A|The morning Kirill walked through my door, I knew I was in for a week of pure torture.As he arrived at my doorstep, I couldn't help but notice how different he looked from his younger brother. Where Lev was warm and easygoing, he exuded an aura of reserved confidence. He had the same striking dark hair, but his chocolate brown eyes held a perpetual glint of indifference.When I opened the door of my apartment, he walked straight inside like he own my fucking house, not wasting any time with pleasantries."Hello to you too," I gritted through clenched teeth, my voice laced with sarcasm while barely concealing my irritation. Stuffing his hand inside the pocket of his jeans, he surveyed my apartment with a critical eye, which made me hyper aware of the way I live. Things are messy. The boxes of pizza are lying on the couch