Beyond the Dead Scars
By Nuroh Abdulrahmon

Beauty can open doors, but without value, those doors eventually close. This is the story of a woman who learned that the hard way.

We all know her. The moment she walks into a room, heads turn. She parades like no one else, her body glowing with beauty, courage, and discipline. She moves without question, her charm a shield, her beauty the crown she wears with pride. But behind the glow was arrogance. She just wanted to be called fine girl. People admired her looks, yet no one cared enough to trust  her. After all, a pretty face can’t transfer millions from a bank account.

Her beauty called for attention wherever she went. People were astonished, yes, but she never realized that true value went beyond appearance. She had potential, maybe even greatness, but pride was her downfall. Her attitude drove people away. She was beautiful, but her character? Poor enough to overshadow her looks.

Still, the world noticed her. They called her “the Shine Shine Lady.” She had worked hard to be herself, to chase her dreams. Even when life brought its twists, she moved with grace. But somewhere along the way, she got stuck while believing beauty alone was her stability.

The attention and connections came, but they harmed more than they helped. She cared only for her body, the lavish life, and the drama she carried into every room. Years passed, yet she never outgrew the unnecessary. Life finally asked her, “Hey, Shine Shine Lady, is it the beauty on your face or the depth of your mind that gives you stability?”

One day, on her way to the mall, she cat-walked across the busy road. A trailer appeared from the right, far enough for her to think she could cross. She stepped out slowly… then, darkness. The cold wetness of blood. Chaos on the street. Voices cried, “It’s her, yes, the Shine Shine Lady!”

In the hospital, she learned the truth, when her beautiful face was shattered. She needed surgery and blood donors. But those who knew her remembered only her arrogance. Few wanted to help. Pride had given her attention, but not loyalty. She pleaded, humbled at last, until kindness won and people helped her recover.

The scars healed but never faded. They reminded her of her grandmother’s words:

“Dear girl, if you truly want to be admired, add value to others’ lives. True beauty lies not just in the face, but in the intellect and emotional depth within.”

Later, when she woke up, she realized it had all been a dream. Her face was untouched, but her heart had changed. She reached for one of her grandmother’s books and read:

“Never give up. Your dreams are near. Not only the sun shines, look at yourself, you shine brighter.”

And so, the Shine Shine Lady became more than just a beautiful woman, she became a woman of value, grace, and growth. And this time, the world loved her for who she truly was.

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