The Fire We Call Hate

INTRODUCTION~

It's my first time writing a story, guys! I hope you will enjoy....I'll try to not bore you or something..

Thanks for choosing to read my story. And there's not smut so all age group can read it..

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✨Aarav Malhotra

Best Friend~🎀

Kabir Khanna
Aarav's shadow and shield. Sharp-tongued, street-smart, and fiercely loyal, Kabir is the only person who can calm Aarav's rage—or fuel it when needed. Unlike Aarav's controlled, disciplined nature, Kabir thrives on chaos, sarcasm, and fearless honesty. He knows Aarav's secrets, his scars, and the fire he hides behind silence. If Aarav is the storm, Kabir is the thunder that follows. Kabir is also Preeti's close friend.

Family~🫂

Vikram Malhotra (Father)
A powerful businessman with a reputation built on discipline and dominance. Emotionally distant, Vikram believes success is louder than love. He raised Aarav to win, not to feel—creating a relationship filled with respect but no warmth. Best friend- Jai Singh.

Naina Malhotra (Mother)
Graceful, soft-spoken, and observant. Naina sees the cracks behind Aarav's cold exterior and silently wishes she could protect him from the burden his father placed on his shoulders. best friend- Meera Singh

Rhea Malhotra (Younger Sister)
The only light in Aarav's life. Bold, expressive, and unafraid to challenge him, Rhea brings warmth to a house ruled by silence. Aarav would burn the world before letting anything hurt her.
Best friend- Ishaan Singh.

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✨Preeti Singh 

Best Friend~🎀

Maahi Verma
Preeti's anchor and voice of reason. Calm, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent, Maahi balances Preeti's fire with patience. She knows when to listen and when to stop Preeti from self-destructing. Their friendship is built on late-night talks, shared dreams, and unspoken understanding. Has a husband named Vansh.

Family~🫂

Jai Singh (Father)
A Big business man who values honesty over ambition. He raised Preeti to stand her ground and never bow to injustice, even when it costs her.

Meera Singh (Mother)
Strong, nurturing, and quietly resilient. Meera is Preeti's emotional backbone, the woman who taught her that softness is not weakness.

Ishaan Singh (Younger Brother)
Protective, witty, and endlessly curious. Ishaan admires Preeti deeply and believes she can conquer anything—often acting as her biggest cheerleader.
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PLOT TWIST? THEIR FAMILIES ARE BESTFRIENDS!!