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Chapter 2
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2022-07-20 15:09:21F A R A H
Me and mom were in the kitchen preparing food for Aunt Khadija and her husband's visit; they called us that they will arrive within one hour as they are coming by plane. I washed the plates, dried them, and place them on the dining leaving mom to cook while Yasmin is in her room.One hour passed by when we heard the doorbell; I made my way to the door and opened it, revealing beautiful aunt Khadija and her husband.“Assalamu Alaikum aunt Khadija”“Assalamu Alaikum uncle” I greeted them. Aunt Khadija pulled me in for a hug.“How are you doing my daughter,” she said with her radiant smile“Alhamdulillah aunt” I lead them towards the living room where mom is standing waiting for their entrance. They immediately embrace each other. I strolled to the fridge and brought a cold drink for them.“Assalamu Alaikum aunt Khadija” Yasmin greeted“W* alaiki salaam, wow is this Yasmin,” aunt Khadija asked looking extremely surprised. Mom nodded.“Masha Allah, she's all grown up, how are you, Yasmin?” She inquired“I'm fine thank you” •••After lunch, we went back to our rooms leaving them to talk. I received an email from my boss telling me to be in the office tomorrow as early as possible. I rolled my eyes, it's not like I come late every day.After what felt like hours, I started drifting to sleep when I felt Yasmin touching me.“Sis Farah, mom said you should come down, they are leaving”. I adjust my hijab and descend down together.“Take care, my daughter, we will visit you guys again,” aunt Khadija said embracing me in a hug.“Insha Allah”As they left mom informed me that she wants to talk to me, her expression was serious. Sitting down on the two sitter couch. I stared at her waiting for her to start talking.“Farah I know you're an obedient girl, what I'm about to tell you is something that will change your life in a good way.” I nodded my head in understanding hoping everything is fine.“We were talking with Khadija earlier, when she suggests something that I have hundred perfect trust and agreed on, and I know you will also give me your consent. ” she held both my hands, squeezing them a little.“Tell me, Mom, Insha Allah if it's not against Islam, I will do it”She let out a sharp breath and what she said next made me dumbfound. “They ask for your hand in marriage for their son” That was unexpected I felt lost of wordsShe squeezed my hands once again and continued “You know Farah, Khadija, and her husband are good people, I know they will take care of you and their son too, he's a good person, I told them I will talk to you first; I know you will be surprised but I want you to think about this. I will be happy to see my daughter getting married and that into a good family and someone we know, I'm not saying you should give me your answer now, just think about it. ”“Okay mom, I will think about it”“Don't worry take your time”Going up to my room, I sat down on the edge of my bed. Should I accept this proposal or not. I don't even know him, it's not like I don't want to get married. I would love to. I have my job, so what's there again. And Mom will b happy if I give my consent to this marriage. I know aunt Khadija and her husband are nice people, I hope he's also nice like his parent. I made up my mind to accept the marriage, I don't know maybe if I reject I won't get a chance to marry into a nice family like Aunt'sYa Allah, this decision I'm about to make will make both families happy. I hope I'm making the right choice.Throughout that night, I constantly thought about what mom said, I even asked some advice from Yasmin, even though she doesn't know much about relationships.I chuckle at my silly talks.its not like I also know about relationships. in fact, I've never been in one.Maybe this will be your chance to find your true love.***Morning came and I made up my mind to give Mom my answer. I waited until we finished our breakfast first before talking.“Mom I've thought about it, ” I started. her eyes snapped to mine and she stopped her cleaning and gave me her full concentration.“Okay?” she asked waiting for me to speak up.“If this marriage is what will make both families happy then I will go for it. I know you will be proud to see your daughter getting married, so I accept this marriage” I said tight lip.“Oh my dear, you've made the right decision, I'm so proud of you and I know your papa will also be proud of you. I will call Khadija and let her know” She pulled me in for a hug, and went away to give aunt Khadija a call.Yasmin started jumping up and down hugging me. I have forgotten about her sitting there.“Yee...my sister is getting married, I'm so happy for you sis Farah” she kissed my cheeks. Mom came back after a while with a smile plastered on her face.“Farah, I've spoken to them, they are very happy about this news. Words can't express how happy I am right now. And Jawad is coming back next week so they are coming together Insha Allah” So that's his name. Jawad“Your husband to be has a nice name; I know he's handsome just like his name. I can't wait to meet him” she said giggling. Okay, I also can't wait to meet my soon to be husband. •••“Good morning sir” I greeted in my most polite tone.“Morning Miss Farah,” he said looking to my direction. I pressed my lips in a thin line.“Here are the files that need your signature sir” taking the files, he placed them on his desk. “Go when I'm through I will let you know” he waved his hand dismissing me.“Okay, Sir” I fake a smile and exited the room back to my desk and continue my work. I was in deep thought thinking about this marriage, which I'm having throughout the day, what if I didn't make the right choice. I was in so much thought that I didn't hear the telephone ringing, which brought me back from my reverie.“Yes sir?” I spoke in a low voice.“To my office” and he hung up. I dragged myself to his office. feeling tired by going back and forth to his office.“Come in” he spoke in a harsh voice. The way he speaks tells me he's angry. Ya Allah protect me from this man's wrath. •••The boss left furiously, snapping at us numerous times. I went home after finishing my work. I greeted mom and Yasmin that are watching TV. I went straight to my room feeling exhausted I needed a hot shower. Not wasting any more time, I entered the bathroom and took a hot bath, perform wudhu, and prayed my missed prayers.We ate dinner while watching an interesting movie. Yasmin had fallen asleep, leaving me and mom only.“Mom let's leave this movie till tomorrow you must be sleepy,” I said catching a glimpse of her eyes closing. I switched off the TV, woke up Yasmin and we went to our rooms.
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Behind You Chapter 3
F A R A HThe cool breeze cascaded through the streets making me increase my speed. As I reached home I closed the door behind me.“Mom I'm back” Mom is in the kitchen preparing food as today Aunt, uncle and my soon-to-be husband are coming, to be honest, I'm nervous, I don't know what he will think of me. I kept the things I bought on the kitchen counter and help my mom prepare the food. We are almost done when Mom ushered me to go and start dressing up, as they will arrive anytime soon.washing my hands, I went up to my room Yasmin will be coming back anytime from now, As if she read my thought she barged in I jumped back in surprise.“Wow, Yasmin...I was just thinking about you and next time make sure you knock first please” I declared in a serious note.“Done sis” she cracked a smile. “Sis you better start getting ready, you don't want to keep your husband-to-be waiting” she winked at me before I could reply her back, she closed the door and shouted 'I will be back'.taking a warm
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J A W A DI can't believe I'm getting married and that to some low-class girl. I just came back from Netherlands that finally I will be taking over father's business but instead I received unexpected news. Events of what happened flashed through my mind.***We were eating dinner when dad announced he wants to talk to me, I was a little bit excited because I knew he was going to talk about handing me the company, but what he said made my eyes widen in shock.“You're getting married” I choked at my food, sipping a glass of water immediately.“What? Dad getting married, I just came back from Netherlands”“No son, you're 25, you're not getting younger you need to settle down and we've already discussed with her family, she's a nice girl, you will like her” I stared at my dad dumbstruck“Dad I can't, I'm not ready to get married, I have a lot planned for myself. ” I blurted out. Seriously I'm not ready for any marriage, besides I want to marry someone I love.“And what if I said you must,
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F A R A HIt’s almost a week now since my encounter with Jawad I didn't hear from him, his mom used to call mom so we get in touchPreparation for the wedding is taking place at both houses. Mom had been busy with the preparation and Yasmin is also preparing for her exam. I'm sitting on my desk working on my laptop when precious tap me on the shoulder.“Have you heard about the news?” she whispered looking around the surrounding.“What news?” I asked furrowing my brows.“We're getting a new boss” she chuckled as if it's something to be excited about.“Oh that's good” I fake a smile. My boss and also my husband to be. “I hope he's not like the previous boss” she spat. he's far more like the previous one.Just when we were in the middle of our talk a man walked pass us, dressed in a suit, his hands stuffed in his pocket, my gaze wandered to his face, he has light brown eyes, with a beard, he has a curl black hair. That person is none other than Jawad. I won't lie, the guy is indeed han
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F A R A HI was busy with my thought when I heard the ping on my phone. Which is a message from Jawad.Mom is picking you up tomorrow to shop for the wedding dress. The way he wrote the wedding dress with exclamation mark made me think otherwise.I replied with an 'Okay' keeping my phone on the nightstand making sure it's in silent mode and lay on my bed, before I know it, I fell into a deep slumber. •••I was working on some files that needed to be printed out when I heard the landline phone ringing.“Hello” I answered politely.“Where are the files I asked you to bring” Jawad spoke in a low tone, the way he speaks tells me he's not in a good mood.“I'm sorry sir, I will bring it right aw...” he didn't even let me finish and he hung up what's this supposed to mean. We are not even married but he's showing his true self. Ya Allah help me! I prayed.I gathered the files from my desk drawer and quickly made my way to his office. knocking on it, I heard him s
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-07-30Behind You Chapter 7
F A R A HI can't believe I'm getting married today, it feels so surreal. I stared at my reflection in the mirror, dressed in the Ash Abaya, my face decorated with makeup, with henna on my both hands. I touched the gold bangles on my hands Mom gave me that papa has been keeping it for my marriage. I look totally different. A small drop of tear roll down my cheeks I wish papa was alive to witness this day, to see his daughter getting married.The door flung open revealing my Mom dressed in her beautiful purple Camisole gown. I wiped off the tear not wanting to spoil my mom's mood she's very happy about the marriage. She trekked towards me, with a smile on her face.“My daughter you look beautiful, I know if your papa was still alive he will be happy too” the tears I've been holding escaped.“No Farah, don't... It will ruin your makeup” mom said wiping off the tear with her palms. I can't help it.“I will miss you” she added.“I will miss you too Mom” just then Yasmin came in clearing h
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F A R A HI woke with a neck pain due to uncomfortable position I slept in. checking the time on my phone showing 7:00am I miss fajr prayer. I made my way towards the bathroom, glancing at the now empty bed. Last night event ran through my mind. I felt something warm dropping from my eyes, I wiped it off not wanting to remember his words but my mind keep recalling it.This marriage means nothing to meAfter spending almost fifteen minute sitting on one position, I managed to take my bathe. I felt much better; I prayed salatul fajr which I missed.I went down to greet my in-laws, aunt Khadija and uncle Abdallah are seated across each other while Jawad is seated in one of the chairs beside uncle. His face shows nothing just blank.“Good morning aunt”“Good morning Uncle” I greeted them trekking to the dinning.“Morning Farah, you can call me Mom, get sited” she said.I glance at jawad whose eyes is on me indicating me to act normal like he cares.“Here” Aunt placed two toasted br
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-07-30Behind You Chapter 9
F A R A H“What the hell are you doing here” he roars one look at him and you'll know he's very angry ready to explode.“I...I...was” I stuttered finding the right word to way. The words choked on my throat when he took a slow step towards me grabbing my wrist. “You're hurting me please...ja-” I tried to free my hands from his hold but it seems my words were in vain, he lead us to the bedroom pushing me, my hands landing on the hard wall, I wince in pain due to the tight hold on my wrist.“How dare you enter that room" he seethed. “I...was just exploring” I managed to say without looking at him.“Exploring what. You don't have the right to go around my house exploring, stay within your limit, you're nothing but an obstacle in my life” my head snapped to his direction hearing his bitter words. I felt something tug in my heart.He took a predator step toward me, pinning me against the wall his face few inches from mine, pure hatred on his face.“I'm sorry Jawad” I stammered feeling hi
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-07-30Behind You Chapter 10
F A R A HIt's been a week since our marriage but nothing changed between us. First, he leaves without eating breakfast, and comes back late, eats his dinner change his clothes and sleep, I wonder if he even prays. He doesn't even care about me, or how I'm doing. what do you expect my inner mind reminds me. But his behavior doesn't stop me from living my peaceful life, as he had already given me a piece of his mind. Since today is Sunday, I decided to make pancakes for breakfast as Aunt Fatima is not around. I know Jawad won't eat but I still prepared plenty just in case.I slumped down on the couch eating my pancake topped with strawberry syrup, my eyes dart toward the stairs hoping Jawad will come down but no sign of him. I cleared my plate putting the remaining pancakes inside the refrigerator for later.I went upstairs and took the new novel I'm reading, which of course belongs to me not from jawad library. Reading makes me forget all my worries, I'm halfway through the book when
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Behind You Epilogue
Two years laterTwo boys were playing football. One was taller than the other. Looking at them you'll know they're siblings by how they look so much alike. A woman was seated a few miles away from them with a smile on her face."Amir be careful" she shouted when the noticed the taller one fell."Okay Mom" the boy answered with a toothy smile. She will forever be grateful to Allah for blessing her with the two lovely sons. Suddenly, a plate was placed in front of her. she let out another smile seeing her husband, the father of her kids. A smile on his face too."Amir and Siddiq" she called the boys. Upon hearing their Mom's voice, they stopped playing running towards where their parent are seated."Yes Mom," Amir said. Siddiq's voice which isn't that clear mimics his brother's voice. Siddiq was named after Papa. He reaches for the plate of fruits."No Siddiq, your hands are dirty. wash your hands first, then I'll give you your favorite fruits" the boy's face lit up. She pecked both of
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Y A S M I NToday marked one week since our arrival and I must say mom was trying her best in taking care of Marwan and Amir. Sis Farah visited us too. She was surprised and also happy. Amir and Zara got along so well, they acted as if they knew each other so well. A smile made it way out of my face seeing Amir and Zara jumping around in the living room, As Zara refused to follow her mom back home saying she wants to stay with her grandma, and I know it's because of Amir."Good morning wifey," Marwan said hugging me from behind. I pushed him a little, my eyes scanning the surrounding. "Don't forget that you're in your in-law's house," I whispered enough for him to hear."And so, besides you didn't mind yesterday when we-" I shut him up by covering his mouth with my palms."Ever since we came you've become naughty just like Amir." his lips twitch up. "I'll be naughty just for you, when is your sister coming?" he asked which made me remember we both decided to go out for dinner today.
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Y A S M I NEverything had been parked, the driver took them to the car. I watched the house, I feel like I'm living the house for forever. A hand touch my shoulder."Shall we" "Yes" I said letting out a sharp breathe.The drive to the airport was not so quite, as Amir couldn't stay calm, even the the a month of toys I gave him but the boy was still jumping up and down, he's growing up being stubborn nowadays."Can we cope with Amir like this" I whispered to Marwan, who was seated at the front. "Of course we can, he's now a big boy right Amir?" he turned his face and glanced at Amir, who was busy playing with the drivers seat pocket, hearing his father's voice his head snapped towards him, stopping at was he was doing."Don't worry Yasmin, it's nothing to worry about, beside I'll be with him too" As if he's saying the truth. when he start his work, he wouldn't even remember Amir nor me but I hope this little vacation will at least get him closer to him. I lean my head on the back se
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Y A S M I N"I almost forgot, I'm here to tell you something," he said sitting on the empty space beside me."Okay, then I'm all ears""Here," he said handing me an envelope. I stared at the white envelope in confusion."What's inside?""Open it and see for yourself" I tore the lid."Tickets?" I said taking out the tickets."Yeah, it's for us, we're going on a vacation," he stated tight-lipped."To my hometown?" I access the ticket, not believing my eyes. Marwan taking me on a vacation and that to my hometown. Before I could realize it, I find myself lunging my arms around Marwan's neck."Ya Allah, I'm so happy thank you so much" I grinned, he encircled his arms around me too, tightening his hold, as if he's afraid I will disappear. "I thought that it will be best to spend some time together with Amir, and I think why not go to your hometown. I know you're missing your family." "How sweet of you" he pulled apart, cupping my face with his palms. "You know, I will do whatever that wil
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Y A S M I NFriday AfternoonI was curled up in bed with Amir beside me, the boy had been sick since yesterday. I'm still on rest as per what Marwan told my boss, I am to rest for the whole week. Just the thought of staying indoors throughout the week without going to work excites me. Marwan is already at work, me and Amir being the only ones at home. I place my palms on his forehead and I'm glad his fever went down a bit. I've come to a decision that he will not go to school, we will spend the week together. Seeing it's almost time for Zuhr prayers, I pulled the duvet more to his body, getting out of the bed I went straight to the bathroom and did my wudhu and that reminded me of that night, the night we did our first kiss. The image is still clear in my head, that night is a special one for me. I prayed Zuhr Namaz praying to Allah to protect my family more and bless my marriage life. Getting married is not something I planned but now I realised that is what Allah planned.By the ti
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Y A S M I N"Wakeup Yasmin. " I heard some voice calling my name but my eyes can't seems to open, the sleep is too heavy for my eyes."Raspberry. " the voice called again. I know exactly the person who calls me That but still I find my body moving more inside the duvet. he can't disturb my sleep with his little words."Yasmin you have to go to work, or do you want me to call Sa'ad and tell him you're sick?" he can do whatever him wants for all I care. "Should I call.?" he asked again. I hummed in return. I heard the sound of the door closing, which means Marwan left.**I cuddled up in bed too lazy to lift my body downstairs, my only movement is when I had to pray, after then I went back to bed again but not sleeping rather reading some hadith I downloaded on my phone. The phone suddenly rang, a smile appears on my lips seeing the person calling me."Assalamu Alaikum. " I started in my most calm voice."Wa Alaikum salam, are you still in bed?" he inquired. I hummed in return. "That m
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MarwanToday seems to be a long day, I had been working since Morning, making sure all things are in place as an important guest is branching in our hotel. I had to make sure everything is moving accordingly. The Telephone vibrates beside me for the umpteenth time, Lunging my hands towards the phone, I place it to my ear. "Marwan Siddiq speaking." I said in a sharp tone."Sir, Mr Mussafir and his wife has arrived. " my Secretary said from the other end. "Okay prepare to take them to their room, I will be on my way now. " hanging up, I took my coat from the couch and exited the office.Its time to take the hotel to the next levelI have two motive in my mind. first is to make sure They are satisfy with the hotel and then I will bring up the proposal for the investment.Making my way towards the VIP hallways, I was met with Mr Mussafir and his ever young wife Mabrouk , they're about to enter their room two staffs with him one holding their luggage. "Good Afternoon Mr and Mrs Muss
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Y A S M I NWe spent three days in Papa house before going back to our own. A lot has happened in the past three days, Aunt also came and offered her condolences. Marwan got back to work, as he now has more responsibilities than before. We both were busy with our owns works. dropping Amir in aunts place as usual. Even with our distances we still manage to talk during the night, though it's not much but it still better than not talking."Matilda can you help me check this power point if it's okay for the presentation. " The shareholders are coming tomorrow, so everyone is preparing a presentation as per the boss order. Matilda whose eyes was glued to the computer screen for the past thirty minutes, whirled her chair to my desk. "Its okay, you just need to make a few changes like the text size, it should be a little bit bigger and the line spacing shouldn't be too tight. " "Sure thanks. " I'm glad I have someone to correct my mistakes. No matter how good you are in something there mus
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Y A S M I N"Are we staying the night? " I asked after a moment of five minute silence. it's already past 10 and I didn't hear him say anything about going back home."Do you want to go home?" he replied back with a question, his eyes are now turning back to their old self. "No, I'm just asking maybe, you know we haven't visit Amir in Aunt place since yesterday. I told her about...." suddenly the door burst open cutting me off. it was the young lady I saw the other time with the woman. "What happened Naila?" Marwan started seeing the look on her face, so I'm not the only one who notice the frown on her face."Mom wants to talk to you. " she muttered, something like hate, bitter coming from her voice."Okay, I'm coming, just give me five minutes. " the lady called Naila rolled her, which I didn't miss to see and shut the door with a loud thud. "We will pick him up tomorrow, now lets go meet my mom, I didn't get to introduce you two earlier. " so that was his mom I wanted to ask him
