Ch. 1) The twist of fate

Rani was a sweet and innocent ten-year-old girl. Not long ago, she had moved to a new city with her parents. Little did she know that this city was about to change her life forever.

She had recently been admitted to a private school as a fifth-grade student. Today was her very first day. Excitement filled her heart as she imagined making new friends, playing with them, and creating wonderful memories together.

Rani had a pure heart. She knew nothing about deception, jealousy, or the darker side of people. However, many students in her new school seemed far more mature than their age.

She had short hair that reached just above her shoulders. Sitting quietly at her desk, she focused on her studies when her eyes suddenly fell on a girl across the classroom.

Her name was Nidhi.

Nidhi was tall and graceful. Her hair was tied neatly into a beautiful ponytail. A touch of kohl highlighted her eyes, and a faint blush on her cheeks made her look even more attractive. She was the kind of girl who naturally drew everyone's attention.

Rani couldn't help but admire her.

“I wish I were that pretty," she thought silently.

Lost in her thoughts, she didn't notice Nidhi walking toward her.

Without warning, Nidhi grabbed a handful of Rani's hair and pulled her up. Smirking, she said,

“Your hair is so short that you look more like a boy than a girl. And seriously, who puts this much oil in their hair?"

The girls around them laughed.

Then Nidhi shoved her.

Rani lost her balance and fell to the floor.

For a moment, she sat there in shock. Her eyes filled with tears, but she quickly stood up and adjusted her skirt. She didn't complain or say a single word.

Just then, a teacher entered the classroom.

Students," she announced, “for this year's Annual Day celebration, we are preparing a group song. Anyone who sings well may come to the music room after lunch break for auditions."

After delivering the announcement, the teacher left, and soon the lunch bell rang.

Rani loved singing, dancing, and sports. Despite what had happened earlier, she felt a spark of excitement. Deep inside, she decided that she would go to the music room and show her talent.

When the lunch break ended, she gathered her courage and walked toward the music room.

As soon as she entered, she noticed that Nidhi was already there. In fact, Nidhi had already been selected for the group performance.

The sight of her instantly brought back Rani's fear.

Her confidence began to fade.

Thinking it would be better to leave, she quietly turned around.

But before she could take another step, she accidentally bumped into a boy...

And in that single moment, something unexpected began.

What will happen next? Will Rani find the courage to prove her talent? Read the next chapter to discover what awaits her.

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