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Before We Begin

📝 A Note from the Author

Hey lovely readers,

If you've been with me for my first story, thank you for riding that emotional wave with me.

This is my second story, and it feels both terrifying and exciting. Where my first is about missed connections and hidden truths, this one is about fire, pride, and a love that shouldn't exist but insists anyway.

đź’” Enemies. Family rivals. A contract binding two people who swore they'd never even stand in the same room-let alone share a surname.

It's chaos, it's defiance, it's everything love shouldn't survive... and yet somehow, it does.

Manik Malhotra and Nandini Murthy aren't here for soft glances or easy promises. Their story is about clashing egos, reluctant compromises, and the slow unraveling of walls they've spent years building.

So if you're ready for a ride filled with sharp words, stolen moments, and a marriage no one saw coming-welcome. This is my love letter to enemies who burn too brightly, and to the fragile hope that maybe, just maybe, they'll learn to heal each other.

To my old readers-thank you for staying with me.

To my new readers-welcome to the madness.

"Some stories aren't about finding love easily. They're about fighting for it-against your family, against your fears, and sometimes... against yourself."

Take a breath. Buckle up. The feud is about to get personal.

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⚠️ Disclaimer - Author's Legal-ish Ramblings

This is a work of fiction. It is a fan-made story and is not connected to or officially approved by the creators, writers, or production team of Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan.

While the characters Manik Malhotra and Nandini Murthy are inspired by the original series, the storyline, character arcs, and events in this story are completely my own creative interpretation.

None of this is intended to represent the official canon, real actors, or their personal lives. This story exists purely for fun, drama, and emotional chaos. Please read it with the spirit of fiction in mind-because fiction means freedom.

📸 Image Disclaimer

I do not own any of the images used in this story (including moodboards, edits, or character aesthetics). They are sourced from publicly available platforms like Pinterest for non-commercial, creative purposes. If any image belongs to you and you'd like it removed or credited properly, please contact me.

🛡️ Creative Disclaimer

This story, including its plot, world-building, and original elements, is my personal creation. Please do not copy, repost, or adapt it without my permission. If it inspires you-thank you!-but tell your story in your own voice.

đź’« In short: I poured my heart into this. Please respect that.

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🗂️ Genre

📍 Contemporary Romance

Set in a modern world where emotions are louder than words and family names weigh heavier than hearts.

🔥 Enemies to Lovers

From sharp words to stolen glances-hatred was just the prologue.

⚔️ Family Feud

When bloodlines clash, love becomes collateral damage.

đź’Ť Contract Marriage

Two signatures. One deal. Zero feelings-at least, that's what they promised.

🎢 Emotional Rollercoaster

"You'll hate them, love them, and hate yourself for loving them."

đź’” Forbidden Longing

Because falling for the enemy was never in the contract.

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đź’« Tropes to Expect

➤ Enemies to Lovers

They fight like fire and ice, but destiny keeps throwing them into the same storm.

➤ Family Feud

Love caught in the crossfire of pride, legacy, and old wounds.

➤ Contract Marriage Chaos

Marriage papers can bind two people legally, but not emotionally-or so they think.

➤ Slow-Burn Tension

Every argument is foreplay. Every silence is heavy with what they won't admit.

➤ Hidden Vulnerabilities

Behind the arrogance and anger are two bruised hearts craving to be understood.

➤ Forced Proximity

"You can't avoid someone who shares your surname, your house, and unfortunately... your bed."

➤ Healing Through Love

Because sometimes, the greatest rebellion is choosing the person your family despises.

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🌙 And now...

That's all the behind-the-scenes, disclaimers, feelings, and fiery warnings.

The feud is simmering. The marriage papers are signed. The hearts? They're just about to collide.

Take a deep breath.

Grab a snack.

Brace yourself for sparks, scars, and stolen moments.

Welcome to Collateral Hearts

With love and a little rebellion,

- the_stellarflower🌼

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