Hi my lovelies , here is the chapter one of the journey. Show your love and support.OwO
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(Author's Pov )

The scent of perfume and anticipation hung heavy in the air as masked dancers mingled and chatted between sets. Crystal chandeliers cast a soft glow onto the gleaming floor, where masked figures twirled in captivating dance.

Laughter and chatter filled the air, broken by the clinking of glasses and the scraping of chairs.

Standing by a large window, she watched the rain pour down outside , blurring the world beyond glass . Her only sukoon (solace).

The air in the ballroom was thick with the scent of sandalwood incense and jasmine yet she can easily recognise that intoxicating scent of cedarwood and a hint of citrus.

The scent which gives warmth at first then slowly makes you lose your senses one by one.(Nasha)(addiction)

Her heart pounded in her chest as she searched the room with her big, doe eyes. There, leaning against a marble pillar ,stood a figure cloaked in shadow a glint of silver catching the light - the mask .

It was covering half of his face yet can't hide the strong features of the man. He was like a beautiful piece of art with a missing piece .

Her heart hammered a frantic rhythm against her ribs. Pehli dafa (First time) in many years , her heart wasn't in her control.

She walked her way towards him as the silk of her sapphire gown whispered against the marble floor.

Before she could reach him a there was a flicker of movement. The figure turned not towards her but away melting into the dancing crowd like a ghost.

Disappointment filled her body. she pushed through the dancing crowd dodging waltzing couples. The music once a soothing melody became a confusing jumble of sound. The only thing guiding her was the lingering scent of cedarwood and citrus that NASHA.

The masked figure in silver was all she could focus on.

EK ANDEKHA CHEHRA DIKHA HAI MUJHE
PAR EK PEHCHANA SA NASHA HAI....
KYA ULJHE HAI ISME PEHLE BHI HUM
YA YE PAGALPAN PEHLI DAFA HAI....

Suddenly a hush fell over the room. the music died replaced by the low murmur of confusion the chandeliers ablaze with a thousand candles moment before plunged the room into the darkness.

Just then something caught on her ankle sending her tumbling forward. Her scream died in her throat as she braced for impact.

But instead of the cold ,hard floor, she collided with a solid form. Strong arms surprisingly warm wrapped around her .

The familiar scent of cedarwood filled her nose , a fragrance that sent a flicker of recognition through her. She hesitantly lifted her gaze. Her eyes finally found his. Those Nain.(eyes)

As Tara's eyes locked with his, time seemed to slow down around them. His gaze, intense and searching, mirrored the turmoil within her own heart.

The ballroom, once alive with music and laughter, now stood frozen in anticipation, as if holding its breath for what would unfold between them.(Madhoshi)

She found herself drawn into those honey brown eyes, each fleck of color reflecting a depth of emotion she couldn't decipher but longed to explore.

They held a familiarity that transcended mere coincidence, stirring memories of a connection she couldn't place-a sensation both thrilling and unsettling.(Bechaini)

His arms around her, firm and reassuring, provided a stark contrast to the chaos of the masked ball. The scent of cedarwood and citrus enveloped her, grounding her in the present moment yet tantalizingly hinting at a shared past she couldn't recall.

It was a fragrance that now felt like a lifeline amidst the uncertainty swirling around them.(Nasha)

For a brief moment, they stood locked in a silent exchange, their unmasked emotions speaking volumes in the dimly lit room. The flickering candlelight cast shadows that danced across their faces, accentuating the contours of his strong features and the delicate lines of hers.

It was as though fate had orchestrated this encounter, weaving together threads of longing and mystery that bound them together in that singular moment.

As the room remained cloaked in silence, broken only by the soft sound of rain against the windowpanes, Tara felt a sense of calm wash over her-a certainty that whatever had drawn them together was undeniable and worth exploring.

In his eyes, she saw reflections of her own desire for understanding and connection. They were like mirrors, each reflecting the other's vulnerabilities and aspirations, forging a bond that felt both timeless and immediate.

Just like that fest night she isn't able to forget....

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Tara shot up in bed, her heart thumping like a drum solo in her chest. Her blankets were all twisted around her, and the memory of a weird dream felt stuck in her head, like cobwebs on a dusty window.

That khaab (dream) didn't felt like the dreams she normally had. It was something intense. She could still see the fancy hall - sparkly lights, twirling dresses, and those eyes with a mask that made her shiver .Those Nain (eyes).

The memory of those eyes lingered like a half-remembered melody, haunting her thoughts during the day and weaving its way into her dreams at night. She found herself daydreaming about him, wondering who he was, what he did, and why his presence felt so familiar yet elusive.

The scent of cedarwood and citrus, so distinct and intoxicating, seemed to linger in her senses long after she woke up, evoking a strange mix of nostalgia and yearning.

WO NAIN WO NAZAR
KCH RAAZ TO UNME GEHRA HAI....
YUN HI TO NHI
MERI HAR RAAT ME MERE HAR KHAAB ME
BS AB UN DO NAINO KA PEHRA HAI.....

"Those eyes, that scent," she mused to herself. "How could they feel so familiar, yet remain a mystery?"(Koi Gehra Raaz)

They were the same eyes that had been swirling around in her head for the past few days, leaving her craving for more. They were the eyes of...

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