Chapter 5 A Sudden Proposal

IZRA'S POV:

I headed to the cupboard, intending to change my clothes, when my aunt entered the room. She looked at Shiza and said, "Dear, can you serve dinner?" Shiza nodded and stood up, leaving me alone with my aunt. She approached me and said, "Listen, Izra. I can clearly see that Furkan is interested in you, and you also have feelings for him. But remember one thing: you are not the one. I am never going to make you my daughter-in-law. It's best if you keep your distance from him, avoid him as much as possible." She left, and I felt like reality had just slapped me in the face. I fought back tears and went to the washroom to freshen up and change my clothes.

As I headed downstairs for dinner, I noticed Aunt sitting at the table with Furkan. My eyes briefly met his as he gave me a sweet smile, but I quickly averted my gaze and sat with Shiza.

Throughout the meal, I avoided looking up or engaging in conversation. After dinner, I went to the kitchen and washed the dishes before heading upstairs to the roof.

Lost in my thoughts, I was looking outside when I heard his voice. "Trying to avoid me?" I turned around to find Furkan standing behind me. I lowered my eyes and replied, "You shouldn't be here." He moved closer and said, "What's bothering you, Izra?" Shaking my head, I mustered a smile and said, "Nothing, I just wanted to be alone." He stepped even closer, and I couldn't help but feel his presence. He whispered near my face, "Did my mother say anything to you?" Tears welled up in my eyes, but I shook my head. I looked up at him, and he gently placed a hand on my cheek before pressing his lips against mine. It was our first kiss. However, I couldn't ignore my aunt's words, "I'm not going to make you my daughter-in-law."

Pulling away, I said, "We shouldn't..." I was about to leave when he interrupted, "I will marry you, and only you." I smiled at him and made my way downstairs. When I returned to my room, Shiza asked, "Where have you been, sis?" I shook my head and replied, "Just spending some time alone." As I drifted off to sleep, I moved my fingers over my lips, still feeling the lingering sensation of our kiss.

When I woke up in the morning, I began to get ready for the office. When I stepped out of my room, I noticed Furkan already sitting and enjoying his breakfast. He smiled at me, and I couldn't resist asking, "Who made you breakfast so early in the morning?"

With a smile, he replied, "In America, I used to make my own breakfast." I replied, "Great, so you know how to cook then." He nodded, still smiling, and I headed to the kitchen to prepare my own breakfast. Once I finished, I left for the office.

As soon as I arrived at the office, I noticed that Burak had just arrived as well, rushing in from the parking lot.

I walked towards the elevator, ignoring him as he followed me. As soon as we entered and the doors closed, he blurted out "I want to marry you Izra." I looked at him in complete shock, surprised at what he had just said. I asked him,

"What did you say?" He stopped the lift, reduced the distance between us and said, "We shouldn't have gotten so heated like that. I feel very bad about the way I spoke with you and the way I behaved. But now, I've developed feelings for you, and I want to marry you." He was so close to me that I could feel his breath on my face. I lowered my eyes and politely said, "Sir, sorry sir, but I don't want to marry you." He didn't force me and distanced himself from me, then switched on the lift again. When we reached our floor, I headed to my seat.

As I walked out of the lift, I couldn't believe the twist of fate that had just occurred. Not only was I going to have to work for the man I had once slapped, but he is also interested in me. The mixture of shock and embarrassment flooded through me as I made my way to my desk.

As I sat down, I couldn't help but replay the events from that night in my mind. The anger and frustration I had felt towards Sir Burak had consumed me, leading to that impulsive action. Now, I had to face the consequences of my actions every day.

I knew I had to gather myself and focus on the task at hand. As I started to go through the file Sir Burak had given me, thoughts swirled in my mind. This new dynamic would undoubtedly be challenging, but I was determined to prove myself and show that I was more than just a woman who had lashed out in anger.

In that moment, I resolved to channel my energy into my work. If I couldn't change the past, at least I could aim to excel in my new position. As I got absorbed in the tasks ahead, I couldn't help but wonder how this unexpected turn of events would shape the future – both for me and for Sir Burak. I shake my head and concentrate on my work. There's no way I can be with him. He is a billionaire prince and I am living just a life of a maid. I don't know if I can love someone again? Because Furkan has his roots in my heart and it is not that easy to take his roots out of my heart.

I hope he would be able to talk to his mother about me and him and one day we will live a life without a drama or hate of his mother's towards me.