Manan Os: In love with my bully

 

Manik Malhotra and Nandini Malik study at Space College.

Manik is the bully and nandini is the nerd of the college.

Manik is the lead singer of the band Fab 5 which consists of manik, mukti, Alya, Dhruv, and kabir

Manik's cousin Aditya Malhotra and his girlfriend Zoya Kapoor also study there.

Zoya is Nandini's only best friend in the college

As Manik walked through the halls of Space College he spotted Nandini sitting alone at a table, hunched over her textbooks, and made his way over to her

He loved to annoy her, to see her squirm under his teasing. He enjoyed the way her cheeks flushed red and the way she would bite her bottom lip in frustration.

"Hey there, ms. nerd," Manik said, leaning against the table and grinning at her.

Nandini's eyes lifted to meet his, and she rolled them in annoyance, "What do you want, Manik?"

"I just wanted to see how you're doing," he said, his eyes scanning the pages of her textbook. "Looks like someone's been studying hard."

Nandini lifted her chin, not wanting to give him any satisfaction. "Yes, I have a big exam coming up. Unlike some people, I take my studies seriously."

Manik chuckled. "Come on, don't be such a goody-two-shoes. Why don't you come to our concert next week? Fab 5 is playing and it's going to be epic."

Nandini shook her head. "No thanks, I have better plans for the weekend

Saying this she left for her class. Manik watched her go, a smirk playing on his lips, He knew that Nandini would never be interested in a concert, let alone one featuring his band. But he had to admit, he enjoyed teasing her. It was almost as if he was trying to get a reaction out of her, any kind of reaction.

As he walked away, he heard someone call his name. It was his cousin, Aditya. "Hey, Manik, what's up?

Manik turned to face him. "Not much, just trying to annoy Nandini as usual."

Aditya rolled his eyes, "Why do you always pick on her? She's not that bad."

Manik shrugged. "It's just fun, you know? And besides, she's an easy target. Aditya shook his head. "You're impossible."

Manik grinned, "I know."

Later that day, Manik was in the music room with the rest of Fab 5. As they practiced the newest song, he couldn't help but feel excited. He loved being on stage and performing for an audience. This time, he was sure that Nandini would be there too, whether she wanted to or not.

The band finished practice as everyone began to pack up their instruments and equipment. As they left the room, Mukti turned to Manik and said, "I'm bored yaar, let's do something fun!"

Manik thought for a moment when he felt the urge to meet nandini

"Let's bully someone". Cabir added with a smirk "But whom?". Dhruv suggested their usual target-Nandini. Alya's face lit up at this idea and she said with venom "I just hate that commoner,"

Manik agreed as he wanted some reaction from nandini who always ignore

him

As they made their way out of the music room, Manik noticed Nandini walking down the hall. He gestured to the rest of the band to follow him, and they stealthily approached her from behind.Suddenly, they all jumped out and yelled, "Boo!"

Nandini let out a scream and stumbled back, dropping her books. Manik and the rest of the band burst out laughing

But maniks laughter died when he saw nandini getting drenched in some black liquid which was poured by mukti and Alya. Nandini's eyes widened in shock as she looked down at the stains on her clothes. She felt humiliated and angry at the same time.

Manik's expression turned serious as he saw the hurt in Nandini's eyes. He realized that they had taken their bullying too far this time. He stepped closer to her and said, "Hey, we were just playing around. We didn't mean to hurt

you."

Nandini glared at him. "Playing around? Is this your idea of fun? To humiliate someone in front of everyone?"

Before manik could answer mukti said sarcastically, "Oh, come on, Nandini. It's just a harmless prank."

But Nandini didn't buy it. She had had enough of their bullying and teasing. She looked at Manik and said, "You know what, Manik? I'm tired of this. I'm tired of you and your band making fun of me and making me feel like I'm not good enough. I'm done."

With that, she turned and walked away, leaving the band standing there in anger. Manik felt a pang of guilt as he watched her go. He never realized how much his teasing was hurting her.

Later that night, Manik couldn't sleep. He tossed and turned, thinking about Nandini and how badly he had treated her. He decided that he needed to apologize to her and make things right.

He remembered the time when they used to be friends but now she doesn't even talk to him

Next day in college

Manik was eagerly waiting for nandini,

He waited for almost an hour and returned to the class when nandini didn't arrive

Like this 2 days went and nandini didn't come to college and manik decided to talk to Zoya

Manik found Zoya sitting in the college canteen, sipping on her coffee. He approached her and sat down across from her. "Hey, have you seen Nandini around?" he asked.

Zoya looked up at him, her eyes narrowing. "Why do you want to know?"

Aren't you satisfied with troubling nandini Manik sighed. "No, I'm not. I feel

terrible about what happened the other day. I want to apologize to her and

make things right."

Zoya raised an eyebrow, "Really? You want to apologize to Nandini?" Manik nodded. "Yes, I do. I know I've been a jerk to her in the past, but I want to change that. Can you please tell me where she is?"

Zoya hesitated for a moment before finally relenting. "Fine. She's at her house. I'll give you the address."

Manik thanked her and quickly left the canteen. He knew that he had a lot to make up for, but he was determined to do it.

As he made his way to Nandini's house, he couldn't help but feel nervous. He had never apologized to anyone before, let alone someone he had treated so badly. But he knew that he needed to do it if he wanted to make everything alright.Nandini's POV

Doll me and your brother are going out for a meeting. We will be back by tomorrow morning. So please take care of yourself.

Raima Bhabhi, my elder brother Ayan Malik's wife who is like my mother said caressing my head

I nodded and gave her a small smile. "Don't worry, Bhabhi, I'll be fine."

As soon as they left, I went to my room and lay down on my bed. I couldn't stop thinking about what had happened at college. The incident with Fab 5 had left me feeling embarrassed and humiliated. I couldn't believe that they had stooped so low just to make fun of me.

Before manik and I used to be friends and I had a crush on him but now everything is changed

I was lost in my thoughts when I heard a knock on the door. I got up and opened it, only to find Manik standing there. I looked at him blankly while he was looking around the room as if trying to find the right words to say.

"Manik what are you doing here?"I came to apologize, Nandini," he said, his gaze finally settling on me. "I'm sorry for what happened the other day. I never meant to hurt you like that."

I crossed my arms over my chest, still feeling angry about what had happened. "Apology accepted, but that doesn't change the fact that you and your band have been bullying me for years."

Manik nodded. "I know, and I'm sorry for that too. I was stupid and immature, and I didn't realize how much my teasing was hurting you. I promise to never do it again."

Fine apology accepted. Now please leave I said and turned to go when manik held my hand

Nandini stop ignoring me and why aren't you coming to college?

I pulled my hand away from him, feeling frustrated. "Why should I come to college? So that you and your friends can make fun of me again?" And why does it bother you?

Now please leave before my neighbors see you here I said and closed the door.

But how can that monster let me stay in peace

He again rang the bell and I was about to lash at him I saw his hand was bleeding I opened the door again, and my anger melted as soon as I saw the blood on his hand. "What happened to your hand?" I asked, my voice laced

with concern.

Manik looked down at his hand and winced. "I cut myself on some broken

glass. Can you please help me clean it up?"

I hesitated for a moment before finally nodding. "Come in."

Manik followed me into the living room, where I grabbed the first-aid kit from

the cabinet. I sat him down and began cleaning his wound. As I worked,

Manik watched me silently.

Nandini, do you have something to eat? Actually, I came directly from college

so I didn't eat anything

He said and looking at his innocent face I couldn't deny him

I sighed and got up from the floor.

"Yeah, I can make you something. Just give me some minutes."

I went to the kitchen and started making him white sauce pasta

As I finished cooking, Manik wandered into the kitchen, his eyes widening as

he saw the food in front of him. "Wow, Nandini. This looks amazing. Thank

you."

I nodded and picked up the plate to keep it in the kitchen.When I came back I saw manik wandering around.

Manik when will you leave?

Nandini, I forgot to mention that the professor has made you my partner for the Musicana. So we have to practice for that.

He ended with a sheepish smile and I groaned inwardly.

The Musicana was a music competition held annually in our college, and being paired with Manik meant that I would have to spend a lot of time with him. But I couldn't deny that I was excited about the opportunity to showcase my singing skills.

"Fine," I said, trying to hide my disappointment. "When do we start practicing?"

"How about we practice for some time today?" He suggested a hopeful look on his face.

I nodded"Okay, but just for an hour. And don't expect me to be too friendly with you."

Manik grinned. "Deal."

We spent the next hour practicing our songs for the Musicana. At first, it was awkward and uncomfortable, but as we sang together, I couldn't help but feel a sense of our previous times with him. Maybe Manik wasn't as bad as I thought he was.

As we finished practicing, Manik turned to me, a sincere look on his face. "Thank you, Nandini. I'm really glad we did this. I know I have a lot of work to do to make things right between us, but i promise to never give up trying."

I couldn't help but smile at his words.

So tomorrow meet me behind the music wing, we will practice together.

He said while leaving and I nodded watching him go, a smile still on my face. Maybe Manik wasn't such a bad person after all. I couldn't deny that I was looking forward to practicing with him again. Maybe this Musicana was the beginning of something new between us. Only time would tell.

I was about to sleep when I remembered about his wound so I messaged him to take medicines To my surprise, Manik replied almost instantly, thanking me for reminding him. He also mentioned that he had a surprise for me the next day and that I should be ready for it.

I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation as I drifted off to sleep, wondering what surprise Manik had in store for me.

Next moming

Wake up princess, you will get late for the college

Raima said and tried to wake up nandini who got up with a pout

Princess did anyone come home yesterday

Raima asked and nandini looked at her and said.

My college friend manik

Raima raised an eyebrow, a knowing smile on her face. "Oh really? And did anything interesting happen?"

Nandini blushed, feeling embarrassed about how she had warmed up to

Manik after his apology, "No, we just practiced for the Musicana. That's it."

Raima nodded, and said teasingly "Well, friend ar boyfriend jaana?

Nandini shook her head, feeling flustered. "Bhabhi, Manik, and I are just friends."

Raima chuckled. "Just friends, huh? Well, whatever you say. Now hurry up and get ready. You don't want to be late for college, do you?"Nandini got ready for college and made her way to the music wing, where she was supposed to meet Manik for practice. As she walked towards the building, she couldn't help but feel excited about what surprise Manik had said

As she reached the entrance, she saw Manik waiting for her with a bouquet in his hand. "Good moming, Nandini. These are for you," he said, handing her the flowers.

Nandini looked at the flowers with a smile on her face. "Thank you, Manik. They're beautiful."

Manik grinned, "I thought you might like them. So, are you ready for our practice session?"

Nandini nodded, feeling a sense of warmth spread through her chest.

As they entered the practice room, Nandini couldn't help but appreciate the effort Manik had put in to make the space look beautiful. The walls were decorated with fairy lights, and there were scented candles placed around the room.

"Wow, Manik. This looks amazing." Nandini remarked, feeling a sense of awe.

Manik shrugged. "I just wanted to make our practice session a little more special."

As they started practicing, Nandini couldn't help but feel grateful for Manik's presence in her life. He was determined to make amends for his past actions, and she couldn't deny that she was enjoying spending time with him.

As they finished practicing, Manik turned to Nandini, a serious look on his face. "Nandini, I know I've been a jerk in the past, but i want you to know that I'm serious about making things right between us. I know we've only been practicing for a short while, but I feel like we've come a long way. I want to show you that I'm not the same person I was before."

Nandini looked at him with a soft gaze, feeling her heart flutter. "Manik, I can see that you're trying to change, and I appreciate it. You don't have to keep proving yourself to me. I believe that people can change, and I'm willing to give you a chance."

Manik smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over him. "Thank you, Nandini. I won't let you down."

As they packed up their things and prepared to leave the practice room, Manik took Nandini's hand in his, causing her heart to skip a beat. "Nandini, there's something I want to ask you."

Nandini looked at him with a curious expression. "What is it?"

Manik took a deep breath before speaking. "Nandini, I know we've only been

practicing together for a short while, but I've known you for a long time. And I

can't help but feel drawn to you. So, would you like to go on a date with me?

Just to see where this could go?"

Nandini's heart raced as she looked into Manik's eyes. She could see the sincerity in his expression, and she couldn't deny that she felt a spark between them. "Yes, Manik. I would like that."

Manik grinned, feeling a sense of joy wash over him, "Great. How about we go out tonight? I know this amazing Italian place that I think you'll love."

Nandini smiled back, feeling excited about what the night had in store.

"Sounds perfect."

As they walked out of the practice room, hand in hand, Nandini couldn't help

but feel grateful for taking a chance on Manik. Maybe this could be the

beginning of something special between them. That night, Manik and

Nandini arrived at the italian restaurant, both dressed in their best attire. As

they were seated at a cozy table in a dimly lit comer, Manik couldn't help but

feel nervous. This was his first official date with Nandini, and he wanted

everything to be perfect.

Nandini could sense Manik's nervousness and reached out to hold his hand. "Relax, Manik. I'm having a great time already."

Manik smiled, feeling a sense of comfort wash over him. As they perused the menu, Manik couldn't help but admire Nandini's beauty. Her long locks cascaded down her back, and her eyes sparkled in the candlelight.

As they enjoyed their meal, they talked about their interests, their hopes and dreams, and their favorite music. Manik couldn't help but feel a sense of connection with Nandini, They had so much in common, and he couldn't deny

Nandini whatever I say might not justify my behavior towards you but I was attracted to you from the start. But you used to always ignore me and that's why I acted the way I did. I'm sorry for that."

Nandini looked at him with a soft gaze, feeling touched by his honesty. "Manik, it's okay. I understand that we all make mistakes.

Manik nodded, feeling grateful for Nandini's understanding. "Thank you, Nandini. I promise to make it up to you."

As they finished their meal, Manik took Nandini's hand in his, a look of determination on his face. "Nandini, I know we've only just begun to explore our feelings for each other, but I can't help but feel drawn to you. I want to be with you, in every sense of the word. Will you be my girlfriend?"

Nandini looked at him, feeling a sense of warmth spread through her chest. She knew that she felt the same way about Manik but decided to tease him.

Aren't you a little fast mr Malhotra? I mean just today we went on a date and you are asking me to be your girlfriend Manik chuckled, feeling relieved that Nandini was teasing him instead of rejecting his proposal. "I know it might seem fast, but I feel like we have a connection that's worth exploring. So, what do you say?"

Nandini smiled, feeling a sense of happiness wash over her. "Yes, Manik, I would love to be your girlfriend."

Manik grinned, feeling a sense of joy that he hadn't felt in a long time. As they walked out of the restaurant, hand in hand, he couldn't help but feel grateful

for taking a chance on Nandini.

As they reached Manik's car, he opened the door for Nandini, feeling like a

gentleman. As he got into the driver's seat, he turned to Nandini with a smile

on his face. "So, where to now?"

Nandini shrugged, feeling content just being with Manik. "I don't know.

Maybe we can go for a drive and eat some ice cream Manik smiled, feeling

happy that Nandini was enjoying their time together. "That sounds great. I

know a place that makes the best ice cream in town. Let's go there."

As they drove, Manik couldn't help but steal glances at Nandini. She looked so beautiful, and he couldn't believe that she was his girlfriend now. He made a silent promise to himself to treat her with the love and respect she deserved.

As they arrived at the ice cream parlor, they ordered their favorite flavors and

sat at a table outside. The warm evening breeze blew through their hair as

they enjoyed their ice cream, talking about anything and everything.

Then manik dropped nandini at her house

Good night nandini

Manik whispered in her ears and hugged her tightly

"Good night, Manik. Thank you for such a wonderful date."

Manik leaned in and gave her a soft kiss on her forehead, causing her heart to

skip a beat, "I had a great time too, Nandini. Sleep well."

As Nandini watched Manik go towards his car she called his name.

Manik looked back and saw that she was coming toward him Thank you for everything

She said kissed near his lips and ran inside making manik blush.

Manik stood there for a moment, feeling the warmth of Nandini's kiss still lingering on his lips. He couldn't believe how lucky he was to have her in his life. As he drove back to his own house, his mind was filled with thoughts of Nandini.

He couldn't wait to see her again and explore their newfound relationship. He knew that they had a lot of work to do to build a strong foundation, but he was willing to put in the effort.

As he lay in bed, memories of their date replayed in his mind. He smiled to himself, feeling grateful for the chance to start anew with Nandini. He knew that he had a lot of making up to do for the way he had treated her in the past, but he was determined to make her happy.

With a contented sigh, Manik closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep,

dreaming of the possibilities that lay ahead for him and Nandini,

But he knew that everything was worth it if nandini was with him