Blue Eyed Girl

Qabil knew something was special the moment he woke up. It was a perfect crimson sunrise that gave colour to the previous night. Today he will be making his way to Dubai for his month long student exchange program.

Flights were always monotonous. The skies are clear. There was every shade of blue possible as Qabil was mesmerized by the view from his window seat.

The glamorous streets of Dubai greeted him like a conquering prince as the warmth of arabic hospitality cancelled any thoughts of getting homesick. The family he was staying with was somewhat similar to his. Working class, strong knit, modern yet conforming to religous beliefs. Feroz works in the carpet business. Shizah, who is a housewife is a brilliant cook, Najeeb is a weird 24yr old art student, and Helena is the blue-eyed 20yr old daughter.

Over the month long period, Qabil grew close with both Najeeb and Helena, often sharing with them ideas on fashion, entertainment and the Singaporean culture. They also helped in his schoolwork which eventually resulted in excellent grades for Qabil's exchange program. Secretly though, Qabil has eyes for Helena. It wasn't only the dark flowing raven hair and her model like features. It was her witty sense of humour, the calmness and the unique personality that she exudes. Above all, Helena was basically 'wife material'.

Helena too felt the same way for Qabil. Responsible, the uncanny ability to make her blush and laugh. He has a strong character that could sweep any girl. But Qabil is just not the sort of guy to take advantage. And that was enough for Helena to fall madly in love with him.

Though so much love in the air, no one knew of each other's feelings. It was etched deep inside their souls for they knew that it was near impossible. One month was coming to an end. Time ticks fastest when one is having fun.

Helena gave an excuse for not coming down to see Qabil off and that saddened him. He didn't know though that she was in the corner of her room, peering through the curtains, looking at him going into the car.

Qabil was disturbed by many thoughts on his flight back. He could write to her but it just wasnt the same. He could visit her but that would be too costly. He eventually settled on forgetting about Helena totally.

Qabil gazed out of his window seat. It was the same crimson sunrise that he experienced before. Every shade of blue was present in the sky less for one.... it is the blue in Helena's eyes. Though it was short, it was sweet. Her eyes belong to someone else.