FARHA

chapter 1

*Chapter 1: Street Life*

Farha was born into a world of luxury, in Kaduna surrounded by the opulence of the zain malik estate. Her parents, Yaman and Safiyya, adored her. However, during a chaotic family outing when Farha was three, she wandered off and got lost in the crowd. Despite desperate searches, Farha remained missing.

The days turned into weeks, and the weeks into months. Farha's parents were consumed by grief and guilt. They scoured the city, posted flyers, and offered rewards, but there was no sign of their little girl.

Years passed, and Farha grew up on the streets, surviving by her wits. She formed strong bonds with three friends: Laila, Mariam and kulthum. Together, they navigated the harsh realities of street life, always looking out for each other. Farha's days were filled with petty theft, stubbornness, scraps, and survival.

Farha's nights were often spent sleeping on streets or squatting in abandoned shops. Despite the hardships, she held onto hope – hope to find her family and live a better life. She'd watch children going to school, wishing she could join them one day. Farha's beauty and cuteness often went unnoticed amidst the grime, but her spirit remained unbroken.