By the time they reached the Delhi resort where they are booked in ,the next morning , Ava was too impatient to check in so that she could catch a glimpse of her babies before they are down for their afternoon napOh how much she missed her babies."Good morning Zayed. Good morning Ava" Ava looked up to see Ameya greeting them with a pleasant smile on her face."Good morning" they both replied in a chorus"The meeting with Mr Karan Malhotra is scheduled at ten. You only have time to freshen up" Ameya said glancing at her wrist watch"That's great. Come, let's go get our key" Zayed said and the three of them walked up towards the receptionist, where they were handed only one set of key card.Ava frowned at that because, Zayed seemed totally cool at that, as if he didn't expect another set of keys. It was Ameya who finally decided to ask for her set of keys."What about Ava's accommodation" Ameya asked and the receptionist frowned in confusion "There were only two bookings Ma'am. One f
"Love you too" he heard her saying to someone on call.His jaws clenched in angerZayed didn't like it one bit.Who the hell was she on call with?Who was she telling love you too to?Was that Arif Mehboob??Is she still with him??But didn't her employees file say she is single."Who was that??" He asked snatching the phone from her."Hey. Give it back. You can't do this" she protested"Oh yes I can" he said scrolling through her call log and saw the number saved as MomWasn't that the same number who called her last time too."Whom are you cheating Aveline?? That is not the way one talk to their mom. So definitely you are lying to someone" he gritted out."I'm not lying to anyone. Neither am I cheating. And even if I'm, it's not any of your business Mr Ahmed. I'm your employee. So please behave like an employer" she said infuriating him further."Fine Ms Dupont. You have 10 minutes to get ready for the meeting. Meet us at Mr Malhotra's suite in exactly 10 minutes. And I hate tardine
The journey back to London was uneventful as Ava managed to stick to Ameya during her travel and surprisingly Zayed didn't make a fuss.Back in the office, Ava was subjected to the scrutiny of her colleagues.The word had spread that Zayed and Ava got stuck alone during their journey to Delhi.The envious stares and whispers are getting on her nerves.But she couldn't react. She didn't want anyone to know about her relationship with Zayed."Hello Ava" she looked up to see a woman caked in make up looking at her with a very fake smile. But the malicious glint in her eyes gave it away."Hello" she said wondering what this woman, whose name is still unknown to her is doing at her desk."I'm Cassandra" she said smiling and Ava returned an equally fake smile back."How can I help you Cassandra" she asked."Oh no silly. I just came to introduce myself. You are new to our floor so you may not have many friends here and I thought why not make friends" she said "Thank-you so much Cassandra"
Zayed was on call with his brother Salim, the Ruling Sheikh of Zidra."Zayed. How is business running?" Salim asked"The company is a mess Salim. We are signing a new deal with an Indian company. Hopefully that would help somewhat" Zayed said"So, you won't be returning to Zidra anytime soon?" Salim asked"Not sure. I will try to fly over home next weekend" Zayed said"That would be great." Salim said, though his voice sounded dull"Salim? Everything alright?" Zayed askedHe heard Salim taking in a deep breath"The council members are getting on my nerves Zayed" Salim said"What is the new issue?" "The same old. They want me to divorce Camille and take a new wife who could give me a heir" Salim said in exasperation"What the f*ck?" Zayed cursed"Seven years of marriage and she couldn't give me a heir. The council members are overlooking the fact that I'm in love with my wife. They want me to choose the country and people over Camille. I know it's my duty to keep my people as my prior
"What do you mean??" Ava asked in confusion"Have you set your sights on Karan Malhotra, Aveline?? Is he your next target??" He asked through clenched teeth and Ava stiffened at that accusation.Somethings never change, she realized "What if I have?? Maybe he is my next target. What I don't understand is how it is any of your business" Ava said tartly.She had had enough with his accusations and tantrums.His jaw tightened. Ava saw the movement and felt a flutter of apprehension in her belly. He reached out, taking her arm in a punishing grip. Ava bit back a cry at his touch, more of shock than pain.He unceremoniously hauled her from behind the desk and led her over to his chair. He all but thrust her into it."I should have known you would never change" he bit out and she scoffed at the ridiculousness.That should be my dialogue, Ava thought to herselfShe watched as he paced back and forth, his hands on his hips. The fingers were long and lean, and a sprinkling of dark hair duste
Zayed was still reeling from the kiss he shared with Ava when the car entered the palace in Zidra. Once Ava left he decided it would be better for him to leave the UK for the weekend or else he might go after her to complete what he started. He still can't believe he had lost control over his feelings, the tightly held feelings which he never showed anyone in the past six years. Ava is a virus, he decided, and it has spread completely through his blood that he can't think of anything else. What madness has caused him to transfer her to his floor. What madness has caused him to keep her around. He must be absolutely insane if he thought he could get away with making her uncomfortable. It was he who felt uncomfortable whenever she was around. The effect she has on his libido is very dangerous and if he didn't start thinking with his head, he would be absolutely lost. As he reached the main visitors room in Ahmed Palace, he stopped dead on his tracks seeing the man with whom Salim
Six years ago Zidra palace had held Zayed's art exhibition.He had lost his inspiration after the multiple betrayals he faced in his life and Aveline had helped him get back to art.He had painted portraits after portraits of Aveline, capturing every beautiful expressions of her captivating faceAnd Aveline had attended the exhibition and obviously the media people recognised her.His muse, they called her.They wanted to know more about her and they had surrounded her asking her questions after questions in their native language. Aveline didn't knew Arabic. He had come to her rescue but had lashed out on her.He simply was furious on her behalf. Not on her.He didn't consider the possibility that Aveline would think that he was furious on her for interrupting the exhibition. That thought never crossed his mind"Why Salim? What was the need for all that. That too keeping it a secret from me. You knew right, it doesn't matter to me whether she knows Arabic or not." Zayed asked in a
Ava settled her little munchkins for the night after reading them three stories, one of each of her kid's choice.Well, two were stories and the third one was an article on dinosaurs, which Zian love to hear. Zahir and Zada simply has to endure itKate had gone for a business trip from her company for two days and as she settled in the living room she thought about the day's events.It was a Saturday. Usually it was not a school day, but today her kids had school as there was some orientation class organized for the kids.All day she was alone and her mind kept playing the kiss she shared with Zayed, repeatedly.She willed herself to not think about Zayed and directed her thoughts to her kids and what had happened today.Ava was tying Zada's hair in two pigtails when she noticed the two little heads huddled together.She could literally see trouble written all over their face and she sighed not knowing what was awaiting her.As usual Zian had forgotten to wear his underwear. How coul
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"I, Zayed Ahmed al Zidra, hereby accept my role as the ruling Sheikh of the Sultanate of Zidra. I shall continue to preserve, and build upon the royal legacy and shall reign with righteousness for the benefit and happiness of the people forever" Zayed vowed, as he stood on the podium, with his right palm over his chest and his eyes staring straight ahead at the people of Zidra. "I invite everyone here to share my determination and work together for the nation’s prosperity and the people’s happiness as the ultimate goals" Zayed added His brothers were standing on either side as he made his vows to his nation and his people. The ceremony was followed by a large feast for the entire Zidra. The security has been strengthened as there were many people attending the ceremony, including dignitaries from the other countries. "Papa, there is a baby there. Zaif is playing with him" Zada said excitedly, pointing at the one year old baby boy playing with little Zaif. There was a green eyed g
Arabian Nation Of Zidra "So? Ready to take on the role?" Salim asked with a smile "As ready as I could ever be" Zayed said grumpily "You are born for this, Zayed. This is your birthright. You are going to love it" Salim said "No. You are wrong. It was your position, Salim. I don't think I will ever be able to overcome that fact. And how will I love something that I was never prepared for?" Zayed asked Salim chuckled. "Seven years ago, you were an artist, Zayed. A reclusive artist who had no interest in anything other than the artworks he created'' Salim pointed out "So? What's your point?" Zayed asked in irritation "And then you stepped into Zidra's oil business. Do I need to remind you that you excelled in it?" Salim asked "That's different" Zayed argued "Not really. Business is something you never fancied. Yet, over the years you started enjoying the thrill it gives. You love Zidra and our people, so there is no doubt that you are going to love this" Salim said "He is righ
SWEDEN"Just two more days" Zayed said with a sigh"We will take short vacations like this in the future too. Stop getting anxious about it. I know you are going to take a very important responsibility. One you weren't prepared for. But I am sure you will do it perfectly" Aveline said with a smile."I hope so" Zayed said"Where is Zian?" Zayed asked, seeing Zahir and Zada running around inside the house."He is outside. With Rocky" Aveline said"I think someone is moving in next door" Zayed said"Oh? Who said?" Aveline asked"I just saw the real estate agent who arranged this cottage for us. She was waiting for her clients. She said the deal is an almost done deal" Zayed said with a shrug."Papa! Papa! Can we have pizza? Pretty please?" Zada asked, running towards me."I want that one with cheese inside" Zahir demanded Of course, you wouldn't hear a please from him. Ever!"What have momma taught you, Zahir? When you ask for something?" Zayed asked sternly"But Zada already said it fo
"Last week of freedom" Zayed mumbled against Aveline's shoulder, as they cuddled closer in the bed.They were in Scotland, having a family vacation before taking over the throne and getting themselves involved in the matters of the nation."Sometimes it scares the hell out of me" Aveline said, and Zayed tightened his grip around her.He could understand that. He himself is worried.Taking over a position he was never prepared for."We will go through this together. And together we will be stronger" he said"I know" Aveline said with a smile"Are the little monsters asleep?" Zayed asked, dreading the moment they would come beating down their bedroom door.Aveline chuckled seeing the disgruntled look on her husband's face."They are. They were tired as hell after the long journey. Hopefully they will sleep through the night" Aveline said"Oh I really do hope," Zayed said, making Ava laugh."I think it's about time we taught them about privacy. They just can't always barge into our bedro
*At school* "I will miss you, Emily" Zada said hugging Emily tightly. It was their last day at school. They might never meet the kindergarten friends again. "I will miss you too. And I will miss Zian also" Emily said and Zahir made a face at that Aaron stood there with a fallen face. His first crush is going far away. "Momma and Papa is here" Zian said as he saw his parents walking towards them with baby Zaif secure in their arms. Emily grinned seeing the wrapped up baby. "Aunty? You took the baby out of your tummy? Wow!!" Emily asked excitedly. The last time she saw them, the baby was inside the aunt's tummy and she was dying to see the baby after it comes out. Maybe I should tell Maa and Paa that I also want a baby, she thought to herself. Aveline smiled seeing the little girl's excitement. "Haa. The baby got bigger, so we took him out" Aveline said with a soft smile "Can I see? Can I see?" Emily asked jumping on her feet and trying to take a peek at the little one. "No.
A few months later, LondonZayed was on a call from Salim."So? All wound up?" Salim asked"Almost. It's the last day of school for the brats. Then a short vacation at Scotland and we will be back to Zidra" Zayed explained his plans to his older brother, who was currently handling the political issues in Zidra, with Karim and Khalil."Scotland? When was that plan made?" Salim asked in confusion, because he was unaware of it until now"Made plans today morning only. Want a week for ourselves away from everything, before I take up the big responsibility" Zayed said, still dreading the huge responsibility waiting for him."Okay then. Have a good stay. I have a friend in Scotland. He has a resort there. I can make arrangements for you there" Salim offered "Uh no, Salim. I want to stay somewhere low key. Where nobody knows us." Zayed said and Salim hummed in understanding "Okay then, brother. See you in a week. And ask Basim to stop dilly dallying there. He came over there directly after
A couple of months later, The Ahmed Palace was decked up like a bride for the their national day celebrations The Ahmed brothers did the main prayer together as usual. "Let the bond only get stronger, touchwood," Fatima, their grandmother, said, warding off any evil eyes with a hand gesture. After the brothers did the aarti, Zayed and Basim stepped back so that their sister in law and Salim could do the prayer. No matter what, Salim and Camille will always do it together first. They aren't going to change that tradition to please anybody. "Zayed, please hold Anya for a moment" Camille said, handing over her one month old precious bundle to Zayed who took her happily. "Awwlee Is uncle's cutie pie awake?? Are you bored?? Don't worry, you will have a little brother or sister to play with and boss around soon" Zayed said cuddling the baby closer. Once Salim and Camille did the prayer, Salim took his daughter from Zayed and cuddled her closer. Zayed walked over to a heavily pregna
“How are you taking it?” Zayed asked, wrapping an arm around his wife’s bulging tummy from behind, as she stood near the window, gazing into the deserts. “Honestly? Feelings are mixed” Aveline said with a deep sigh “You know you can share anything with me, habibti” Zayed murmured against her ears. Aveline leaned back against his chest and placed her hands above his. “I know” “Then tell me” Zayed prompted “I am happy that you are embracing your birthright, Zayed. But at the same time, I know you never wanted this. Your passion is art. And you had to give it up and choose business due to many circumstances in your life. One being me” Aveline said “It's not because of you” Zayed protested “And now when you start enjoying this business field, another change. I am worried it will affect you emotionally to a greater extent than you imagine” Aveline said and a smile grazed his lips, revelling in her concern for him. “I have you by my side. Why should I worry then” Zayed said and Avel