Best Friend Father My Soulmate

Chapter 1

Rail Mencher – Chapter 1

Rail Mencher was a lion girl from a poor family. She was hardworking and brilliant in her studies. After years of dedication, she finally received admission to AMC (Alpha Moment College), one of the most prestigious colleges in the country.

"Mom, the result is out!" Rail shouted excitedly.

Tivya Mencher looked up from her work and smiled.

"Really? Let me see!"

Rail checked the result and suddenly screamed with joy.

"Oh my God! I got the scholarship! Mom, I finally got a scholarship to AMC College!"

Her eyes sparkled with happiness.

Now I can study at the college where only rich and successful people go. One day, I'll work in a big company and change our lives forever, she thought.

Tivya hugged her daughter tightly.

"My darling, this calls for a celebration. I'll bring some sweets."

Rail lived with her mother in a small house. Her father worked in Dubai, but years ago he had married someone else and started a new family. He only sent a small amount of money for Rail and Tivya's expenses.

That night, Rail lay awake in bed.

Will I be able to fit in? What if everyone judges me because I'm poor?

She shook her head.

No, Rail. Stop thinking like that. Everything will be fine.

The First Day

The next morning, Rail woke up early.

It was her first day at AMC College.

"Good morning, beta," Tivya said. "Ready for your new journey?"

"Good morning, Mom. I'm a little nervous."

"There's nothing to be nervous about. You earned this scholarship through your hard work. You are not less than anyone."

With her mother's words in mind, Rail left for college.

The moment she entered AMC, she was amazed.

The campus was huge and beautiful. Luxury cars filled the parking lot, and students walked around in expensive clothes and designer accessories.

This place is even bigger than I imagined, Rail thought.

She entered her classroom and sat in an empty seat.

A girl walked over and smiled.

"Hi. I'm Zara Kingsley."

"H-Hi. I'm Rail Mencher."

Zara glanced at Rail's simple clothes.

"Scholarship student?"

"Yes."

"Interesting."

Before Rail could understand what she meant, class began.

The professor entered and addressed the students.

"Welcome to AMC. Here, talent matters more than money."

For the first time that morning, Rail smiled.

Maybe everything would be okay after all.

An Unexpected Friendship

During lunch break, Zara approached her again.

"Hey Rail, let's go to the café."

"No, it's okay. I brought food from home."

"I know. But today is my treat."

Rail hesitated.

"I won't be able to pay you back."

Zara laughed.

"I'm inviting you, not giving you a loan."

For the first time, Rail laughed too.

From that day onward, the two girls slowly became close friends.

The Competition

A few weeks later, the principal made an important announcement.

"Students, tomorrow AMC's Annual Talent Selection Competition will take place. The winner will receive a special internship opportunity and a scholarship worth ₹5 lakh."

Rail's heart raced.

This was her chance.

She studied harder than ever before.

Day and night, she worked toward her goal.

Soon, most of her time in college was spent with Zara, who constantly encouraged her.

Finally, competition day arrived.

Rail gave everything she had.

And when the results were announced...

She won.

The auditorium erupted into applause.

Rail couldn't believe it.

She had done it.

The Celebration

Zara immediately ran toward her.

"Congratulations, Rail! Let's celebrate your victory!"

Rail smiled awkwardly.

"I don't really have money for a celebration."

Zara rolled her eyes.

"Don't panic, little girl. The bill is on me. It's your victory. You don't need to worry about anything."

"But where are we going?"

"No more questions. Just come with me."

The Makeover

Zara took Rail to an expensive shopping mall.

She handed Rail over to a group of professional stylists.

"Take care of her."

Three hours later, Rail stepped out.

She looked completely different.

Elegant.

Confident.

Beautiful.

For a moment, even Zara forgot to blink.

"Wow..."

Rail blushed.

The Club Night

That evening, Zara took her to a luxury club to celebrate.

Everything there was new for Rail.

The music.

The lights.

The atmosphere.

As she entered, many people turned to look at her.

Her natural beauty and confidence caught everyone's attention.

But not everyone was happy.

Emily watched from across the room.

The attention Rail was receiving filled her with jealousy.

Determined to ruin the night, she secretly arranged for a drink to be sent to Rail.

A waiter approached.

"Apple juice, ma'am."

Rail accepted it without suspicion.

A little later, she began to feel dizzy.

Her head started spinning.

"Rail? Are you okay?" Zara asked.

"My head hurts..."

Zara immediately realized that something was wrong.

She escorted Rail to a private room owned by the club and helped her lie down.

Then she went to check the CCTV footage to find out who had tampered with the drink.

She also informed her mother that she would stay with Rail for the night.

The Wrong Room

Rail in the room: Why is my head paining...

Unknown to Rail, Archer Kingsley was somewhere in the club.

Archer Kingsley had come to the club for some important meetings. After finishing his work, he decided to stay in one of his private rooms inside the club.

Meanwhile, Rail slowly got up from the room where Zara had left her. Feeling dizzy and confused, she accidentally walked into another room.

The room belonged to Archer Kingsley.

Archer had just come out of the shower when he noticed someone standing inside his room.

Archer: Who are you?

Rail looked at him with unfocused eyes.

Rail: Nobody loves me... right? Is it because I'm poor?

Archer frowned in confusion.

Archer: What the hell are you talking about? Who are you?

Rail: Everyone only cares about money...

Archer: Listen, you are in my room. Who are you and how did you get in here?

Rail looked at him for a few seconds before speaking again.

Rail: If I was rich, maybe everyone would like me...