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I - THE DHAWANS

The Dhawans were a very known family in their area. Parents who owned a successful finance company and kids who are just excellent in anything no matter the circumstances.

Ruyah was a very shy kid, but she stood out due to her intelligence. She was talented and excelled in many domains. Anything you gave to her, she would perfect, not a single hair out of place. Because of that, she was the center of attention 25/8, even if it was to the detriment of others.

Ruyah had 4 siblings in total. Priya, the oldest, Jumarah and Junailah, the twins and the youngest, Malayka. They were very much loved as well by their community you can say. Although they were intelligent and excellent, it wasn't to Ruyah's level. Nothing was different about the 4 other girls. Some people just say they don't have "it" like their sister does. Everyone clearly preferred Ruyah. She received everything in one click of the fingers. Favoritism was the downfall of the relationship between the sisters.

Because of this, the 4 sisters distanced themselves from Ruyah. In their eyes, Ruyah was the problem in everything. The lack of affection they received from their parents was very noticeable, well to them but never beyond. No one could tell that there was something else lingering is this "perfect family" they said. The hate and heaviness they held in their hearts was mostly directed to their mother, Naomi. It was clear to the girls who the favorite was. Ruyah did, but she wished it wasn't.

Even though it wasn't Ruyah's fault, in their eyes, she was the villain. The wedge between the girls only grew bigger and bigger as time passed. Ruyah was excluded from all activities held by her siblings. Or if she had no choice but to be with them, she would just get ignored. It hurt her. She watched from afar as her sisters laughed, joked and did everything together. This wedge didn't start from birth, so she just watched as her sisters she wanted to be loved by so desperately, drift and drift away. Just watch and do nothing.

"Are you gonna wish babygirl?"

Ruyah got snapped out of thoughts as her mom appeared from behind. She gave her a weak smile and nod before turning to look around, searching for her sisters, but to no avail. She sighed and looked back to her cake and watched as the burning wax dripped onto the buttercream below before closing her eyes and putting her hands together. Wishing the same wish she's had for the past 8 years.

'I wish we can be happy again'