Was it Just An Illusion?

Previously on Chronicles of Maya: Was it just a One Night Stand?

Maya and Z had developed a deep friendship that had lasted for days. However, it was not a simple friendship. Maya had fallen in love with Z, but she wasn’t sure if he felt the same way. Z was always evasive whenever the topic of love came up, leading Maya to believe that he only saw their relationship as a regular friendship with added physical attraction.

Maya’s love for Z was strong, and she wondered if she should tell him how she felt. But she was afraid of losing him if he didn’t feel the same way. Maya never thought she would fall in love, but Z had captured her heart. Unfortunately, it hurt her deeply, and she often felt a heavy weight in her chest.

Z talked about his ex-girlfriend for hours on end, and Maya would listen intently. She was always there for him, no matter what he needed, whether it was related to his business or something else. Maya realized that Z had begun to take her for granted, but she continued to hope that he might someday return her feelings.

Anil, Z’s business partner and Maya’s friend, often warned her that Z was using her for money and other things. Maya knew Anil wasn’t lying, but she still had hope that Z would fall in love with her. Her friends Ranbir, Pooja, and Prakhar also warned her that Z was not her type, and they even referred to him as classless. But Maya saw him as a confused kid.

Z appreciated Maya’s writing skills and always encouraged her to work hard on her poems and snippets. He admired her perseverance, which she displayed both in her writing and when dealing with her patients.

Maya couldn’t help but wonder if Z’s encouragement was an indication of his true feelings for her. Was her love for Z genuine, or was it just an illusion?

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This blog post is part of the blog challenge ‘Blogaberry Dazzle’ hosted by Cindy D’Silva and Noor Anand Chawla, and happily SPONSORED BY RRE Studios and SHOWCASE Events.

 

 

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Edited by Kuntala Bhattacharya from Travelogue of Kuntala

111 thoughts on “Was it Just An Illusion?”

  1. Maya itself means an illusion. So, is Maya real or is she also an illusion? I thought this would be a follow up of A one Nightstand. What happened after that? I am a bit confused. I was looking forward to reading what happens next.

  2. This story is getting interesting now. I hope Maya is not giving in Maya (illusion). I really wish Maya to come out of the illusion and see the things clearly.

  3. I’m glad it wasn’t an one night stand at least. I hope it can work out. But it might all be an illusion. One never knows.

  4. Honestly the fact that she said “she was afraid of losing him” infers that she never really had him, and had lost herself in the process. happens to so many women. we lose ourselves in the pursuit of others (men, family, friends)

  5. Your story sounds like a perfect Bollywood movies portraying one sided love perfectly. all the characters are so relatable. I felt a sense of sympathy for Maya. Hope she gets really love in next part of the story.

  6. In any kind of relationship, I don’t think it’s a great idea to talk about exes. It will completely destroy everything invested like emotions and feelings. Big mistake. Anyways, nice story!

  7. A poignant story. The eternal dilemma when in love, will the love be reciprocated. Many a time one partner may be reticent about his or her feelings. May be they are not sure. But if everyone is saying Z is not serious and taking Maya for granted, it is important to find out and move on. No point is wasting time on a failed relationship, is there. Alas! only if life was so simple! We often seek out in life a thing that is unreachable.

  8. I could go either way. Sometimes people from outside of a relationship see things differently than the ones involved. But then again, it can be one of those cases when the world is wrong.

  9. Too bad for Maya she trusted her instincts too much, her friends could have been right . Losing Self-respect is too high a price to pay and not worth it in a relationship. Hope she puts her foot down. Nice writing Moni, keep it up!

  10. Great post and storytelling! It made me to think about the Maya and illusion! Which is what! I am not sure. Nice narrative. Thanks for sharing ❤️

  11. Oof, Maya is certainly going to get her heart broken sometime soon… I’ve seen this story play out many, many times before – and it always ends the same. Beautiful writing though!

  12. Love is blind and an illusion indeed..no matter how much her friends will try to stop her she will go where her heart will take her.. it is getting interesting by the way..waiting for the next chapter Moni 🙂

  13. I think a lot of women have been in Maya’s shoes. We settle for less like “friends with benefits” just to be near the person we like. We all have that one friend that tries to warn us, but we make excuses for their behavior. I can’t wait to see if Z really does have feelings or if he is really just using Maya.

  14. yeah!! Continue for Maya’s story & so happy that it’s not 1 night stand 😀 & again you are making me waiting for the next storyline to continue, can’t wait! cheers, siennylovesdrawing

  15. Looks like Maya is getting herself into a toxic relationship. And Z seems to be still stuck on his ex while carrying on a relationship with her, knowing that she loves him.
    This story is reminiscent of so many women who love to fall for the wrong guy in the illusion that they can change him for the better.
    Will Maya be able to change Z/Zan? Or will she break free? Awaiting the next chapter.

  16. Last post I really thought it was not a one night stand but unfortunately it is not love also on part of Z. How very sad for Maya! Now awaiting for the next one whether it is an illusion!

  17. Friends are great for offering a rational perspective, but friends can be incorrect. Maybe, in this instance, the friends are wrong. We shall see!

  18. Your story brings to mind for me the idea that perception is reality – so what might be considered an illusion can also be considered the truth to the one experiencing it, no?

  19. That’s why it is said love is blind. Hope things work out in a positive way. And if this is an illusion Maya should come out of it, before it’s too late. When we are in love weakness or negative things hardly matter. But it’s equally important to be cautious. Interesting read.

  20. Wonderful story coming up. Maya is so relatable. She does everything one would do in love. There is nothing wrong in love. Hopefully she finds her love on work rather than Being so focussed on z

  21. I am quite sad for Maya as she is loving the person but not receiving love in return.
    Such an interesting story and I am looking forward to reading more about it.

  22. I can’t make heads or tails of this tale. It did keep me going till the end, so I’m curious to see if it was an illusion or what.

    1. When our self-respect goes down, it drags along our self-image. In this situation, our feelings becomes distorted. It’s left for Maya to decide if sacrificing her self-respect is worth whatever she thinks she’s enjoying in the relationship.

  23. Such an interesting story, and sounds like a complex situation. It is so hard when you question things and aren’t quite sure what is real.

  24. Kuntala Bhattacharya

    Well I wont comment on the story and you know why. But yes its a wait and watch for the next episode.You wrote it well and I love the way the story is going on. The guess continues…

  25. This was a lovely second half to the story, sadly many people get caught in relationships like these where one is using the other.

  26. Wonderful style of writing. U have an artificial keeping the reader gripped till the end just to realise that it’s to be continued.

  27. This story is really edgy and am waiting to read it all, If it’s on a word doc, I want to read it all! Amazing suspense, thrill like, and the narrative keeps the reader hooked on. Waiting!!

  28. Maya’s chronicles seem to have taken a new turn. I can so feel for Maya now. Is a heartbreak on the way? With each episode, the story seems to be getting interesting.

  29. I hope Maya will grow up soon to be able to know when someone is just using her. Every woman has been there, the last time I was confused like Maya was when I was a teen. I can’t wait for the next chapter.

  30. Love is blind. When you are in love no matter how hard you try to explain yourself about right or wrong your heart never listen. I think Maya is in the same situation. Can’t wait to read next part.

  31. Aye carumba…I want to yell at Maya through my computer screen that Z is probably just using her for company. I am not 100% sure that Anil is right about how he is using her for her money but geez. When friends of the guy (or girl) warn you about their friend, this is a red flag!! Moni, you are killing me here!!

  32. MELANIE EDJOURIAN

    Love is complex and there are different types. He may love her but not yet realise this.

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  34. Love never see caste or creed , ups and down, rich or poor. It’s a blind faith. You left us on an interesting turn and I am now more eager to read your next post.

  35. I have been following Maya’s story for quite some time and I really hope that she comes to her senses. She totally deserves someone better. Whether Z loves her or not, Z must put an effort to show her and let her feel that he does.

  36. Wow, the story is becoming more interesting. I would love to read what happens next with Maya and Z. It’s nice that there is a new character Anil as well.

  37. Wow the story had got me hooked and I really want to know which way does the plot sway…. reality or illusion. Eager to know what happens next and how r you gonna churn this story for us.

  38. Looks like Maya can’t choose between her heart and mind. Quite usual when you’re smitten by overbearing feelings of love for someone. Z seems like has something up his sleeve.

  39. Wow! I love such stories and now it become more interesting. I really want to know what happened next. Waiting for the next chapter…

  40. I’m loving the development of this story. I’m really looking forward to seeing where this ‘sort-of love story’ heads!

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