Fourteen-year-old Merub was an online gaming enthusiast; she spent most of her time on the PC playing games. Her favourite game was DreamCrafter.

She preferred playing at night, as it was quiet then and it gave her the incredible opportunity to play with BlockBoss — her favourite and the most renowned player in the game. He was unbeatable, known for his lightning-fast reflexes, strategic brilliance and calm under pressure.

One evening, after dinner, she went into her room and turned on her PC. As she entered her game lobby, she saw that BlockBoss had also joined the game.

She yelled with joy. Hearing her scream, her elder brother Sarim entered the room and asked what had happened.

“Sarim Bhai, you know BlockBoss, right?”

He nodded.

“He’s in the same lobby and has joined my game. I can’t wait to play with him!” she said, full of excitement.

Sarim raised an eyebrow. “Are you sure?”

“Yes!” she exclaimed........

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