The night was still, stars glistening like diamonds against the deep blue sky, as Kai took the villainess's hand, leading her to the open terrace. "I have something special to show you," he said, a mischievous glint in his eyes.
Before she could ask, he pulled her close, and in a moment of magic and power, they lifted from the ground. He'd recently acquired this newfound ability after his battle with a member of the Dragon Morach. Gently, they soared up, higher and higher, until they were surrounded by the celestial beauty of the stars, finally landing on a luminous ridge of the moon, where the Earth glowed softly in the distance.
"Beautiful," she whispered, her gaze transfixed by the sight of their world from afar. But when she turned back, she found Kai's eyes on her.
"Not as beautiful as you," he replied, with a warmth that brought a blush to her cheeks.
As they sat on the moon's gentle surface, Kai began to hum softly, and soon his voice carried across the celestial plane as he sang "Tera Zikr" by Darshan Raval. Every lyric, every note was filled with devotion, and she felt her heart swell as if the song had been crafted just for them.
Credits to Darshan Raval.
As the last notes faded, Kai extended his hand. She took it, and they danced under the ethereal glow of the stars, their bodies moving in perfect harmony, locked in a romantic salsa that felt like poetry in motion. With every turn, every step, the distance between them vanished until they were one, bound by rhythm and love.
At the end of the dance, he drew her close, pressing his lips to hers in a soft, lingering kiss. When they broke apart, he took a deep breath, his expression serious. "There's something I need to tell you," he began, his voice steady but filled with a depth she hadn't heard before.
The moon cast its gentle glow over Kai and the villainess as they floated above the world, perched on the lunar landscape, where Earth shimmered softly in the distance. Kai held her hand as they looked at the stars, lost in the breathtaking view. After a moment, he turned to her with a thoughtful gaze.
"There's something I need to tell you," he began, his voice sincere yet slightly hesitant.
Her curiosity piqued, she looked up at him with sparkling eyes. "What is it, Kai?"
He took a deep breath. "I'm not…from this world. I was reborn here, after an accident in my past life. I've always had memories of that other world, a world without magic and kingdoms. And somehow, that life led me to you."
The villainess stared at him, her eyes widening as she absorbed his words. Then, instead of shock or fear, her expression lit up with excitement. "So, you're…from another life?" she whispered, her tone brimming with wonder. "That's incredible, Kai! Tell me everything about it. What was it like? Did you know you'd find me here?"
Kai chuckled at her enthusiastic response. "Honestly, I had no idea what awaited me in this world. But meeting you… it's like fate guided me to you."
She beamed at him, her gaze full of admiration and love. "You really are remarkable, Kai. It feels like I'm seeing a new part of you."
Her joy was infectious, and he smiled softly, taking her hands in his. "There's something else I need to tell you…about your father."
Her expression shifted to concern. "What do you mean?"
Kai's face turned serious. "Your father has been using you—not as his daughter, but as a tool to further his own ambitions. To him, your value lies in what you could bring him through alliances and status, not in who you truly are."
She looked down, hurt flashing across her face as she took in the revelation. "All these years, I thought he wanted the best for me… I thought he loved me." Tears formed in her eyes, her heart heavy with betrayal.
But in a twist of fate, her father had seen everything. Unbeknownst to them, he had been observing from afar, witnessing her raw, vulnerable reaction. For the first time, he truly saw his daughter—no longer as a pawn, but as a young woman with dreams, love, and emotions.
Realizing the depth of her feelings and how much he'd taken from her, he activated his powers of echo memory. Slowly, he entered a trance-like state, delving into the memories she held with Kai. One after another, the memories unfolded before him: moments of laughter, dancing, singing, and pure joy. He saw his daughter as he had never seen her before—a free spirit, radiant and in love. The light in her eyes, her laughter, her happiness with Kai—it shattered the image he had of her as just an extension of his ambitions.
Her father's heart sank, and his pride crumbled as he realized the weight of what he'd done to her. When the memory echo ended, he felt the sting of remorse, deep and unrelenting. For the first time in his life, he felt regret—and the need to make things right.
As he approached his daughter, his footsteps softened, and she turned, surprised to see him there. She instinctively stepped back, but her father did something she never imagined: he lowered himself to his knees in front of her.
"My daughter…my precious daughter…" he said, his voice trembling. "I see now what I've done. I've treated you as a means to an end, not as the person you are. I've stolen years from you, and I… I can't forgive myself for it."
Tears fell from her eyes as she watched him, her heart torn between sadness and a small flicker of hope.
He continued, his voice thick with emotion, "Please, forgive me, my child. I see now that you have found happiness with this young man, and that he brings you joy, life, and love—the things I never gave you. If you can ever find it in your heart to forgive me, I promise I will support you and Kai, no matter what."
Kai, who had watched the scene in silence, took a step forward, moved by the sincerity of the man's apology. Her father turned to him, his expression humbled. "Kai," he began, his voice steady but sincere. "I see the love you hold for my daughter, and I now understand that no status or title could ever measure up to that. I ask for your forgiveness as well. If you'll have it…I would be honored to welcome you as my son."
Kai placed a comforting hand on her father's shoulder. "Thank you. All I want is to make her happy, and I promise to protect her with everything I have."
The father nodded, his gaze softened by newfound understanding. Rising, he held his daughter's hands gently, and she gave a small, forgiving nod. Though pain lingered in her heart, a new beginning shone in her father's eyes, one marked by love, respect, and acceptance.
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Later that night, in the quiet of her room, Kai and the villainess lay side by side, wrapped in each other's arms. The moonlight poured in through the window, casting a gentle glow over them as they snuggled close.
"I still can't believe what happened today," she whispered, tracing gentle patterns on his chest. "My father… he apologized. He finally saw me, for who I am."
Kai smiled, his fingers running through her hair. "It's because of who you are—strong, brave, and kind. You showed him something he'd never seen before."
She chuckled, resting her head on his shoulder. "And you were part of it too, Kai. Without you, none of this would've happened. You've changed my world in ways I never imagined."
Kai kissed the top of her head, holding her a little tighter. "We've changed each other's worlds, my love. And I'll always be here, by your side, through everything."
They lay there in silence for a moment, simply enjoying the warmth of each other's presence. Then, she looked up at him, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "Do you remember the song you sang for me tonight? It's still playing in my head."
He chuckled, pulling her closer. "I'll sing it for you as many times as you want."
"Promise?" she whispered, her voice soft and filled with adoration.
"Promise," he replied, brushing a gentle kiss against her lips.
They fell asleep that night, wrapped in each other's arms, knowing that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together—united by love, forgiveness, and the promise of a future they would create as one.