"I am not involved with Brianna. How could you even think that I would do something like that?" Zayed choked out, hurt slicing through his heart"You once believed me capable of doing such a thing. Why shouldn't I ??" Ava retorted unapologetically "I deserved that" Zayed mumbled almost inaudibly"Aveline, habibti. I know I have hurt you badly in the past. Nothing can be changed. Give me a chance to change our future Please. I am so sorry for everything that happened" Zayed said, tentatively taking her hands in his and pulling her on to the couch, and he kneeled in front of her."You were telling me about Brianna" Ava prompted"Yes Brianna. I don't know if you are aware that I was a drug addict, Aveline" Zayed mumbled shamefacedly.He was a coward. He used used drugs to escape his painful life "I know" Ava whispered. She had known about this from his sister Mizna."Brianna supported me a lot during that time. Helped me in healing. And that was one of the reasons I asked her to move
Zayed was feeling over the moon.Aveline forgave him at last.Everything is going to be alright from now on.The new baby is the added bonus into all this."I will go take a shower" Aveline said before kissing him and walking to the washroom.Zayed stared after her. He was about to follow her into the shower, when he got a phone call from Ben."Hey Ben" he said, as soon as he answered the call"Zayed, all okay?" Ben askedBen and Julian were with him, when he received the message that Aveline was meeting up with Brianna.They had been a witness to his panic."Yeah. All okay, Ben. Don't worry" Zayed said"Zayed? What did Brianna tell you about her circumstances?" Ben asked"It was not Brianna who told me. Her best friend called me a couple of months ago and asked me to help her out of her addiction. She was getting to drugs after her terrible divorce" Zayed said"Did you check the facts, Zayed?" Ben asked"Honestly? I didn't. Brianna had been there to help me, when I went through the s
"Stop fussing will you" Aveline thundered at her husband who was following around her like a mother hen all around the office.She is in her seventh month of pregnancy now.She had refused to sit idle at home and was adamant on continuing her work for another month and that made Zayed Ahmed al Zidra all the more protective."I swear I am going to run away and give birth alone if you don't stop this" Aveline threatened her husband who was standing patiently near her desk with a glass of milk and some cookiesShe hates milk!"Aveline, you need to drink this. And you know I am not letting you out of my sight long enough for you to plan a runaway" Zayed said with a smile all used to his pregnant wife's mood swings and tantrums"Keep it here. I will drink later" Aveline said, turning the pages of a file"No. Not later. Now" He said and brought the glass towards her lips"Stop breathing down my neck, will you??" Aveline glared at himHe only smiled making her more infuriated "No love" he
ARABIAN NATION OF ZIDRAIt was a beautiful morning and the lovely couple were snuggled up against each other in their tent in the desert. The kids were having a ten days holiday at school because of some maintenance work, and Zayed took advantage of that and flew Aveline and the kids over to Zidra. The first four days were spent at the city palace and it was too noisy there.He is a man of deserts! And it's high time he showed Aveline where he is the happiest.But after the kidnap scenario, Aveline was positively terrified at the thought of leaving the kids alone. But Basim convinced her that they would be absolutely safe with him.And he also tripled the security for the kids and for Aveline.Zayed badly needed alone time with Aveline, so whisked her away to his private retreat in the deserts.He opened his eyes as sunlight streamed through the windows of the tent. And his heart filled with warmth when he saw Aveline asleep, snuggled up against him. Her pregnant belly touching his
"Are you sure, Bass?" Zayed asked, sucking in a breath, as he went through the reports for the hundredth time."You think I won't cross check something like this, Zayed? I still can't believe it. I don't know whom to trust anymore" Basim said wearily."Such a deception. How did she manage to fool us over these years? Nobody suspected a thing?" Zayed said"It was her who called Brianna." Basim said 'Also remember! I am not the only one who wants to separate you. There is someone very close to you who encouraged me in this. I will leave it to you to figure out who' Zayed remembered the parting words of his ex-girlfriend. He thought she was simply trying to cause trouble with that. But he should have taken it seriously. Someone from within the family was trying to ruin them."I am worried about Salim. How will he take this? He will be broken. To know that the woman he loves and respects so much is behind all this" Basim said"He needs to know. I would have let it go lightly, if not fo
"Mother, would you like to say something?" Salim asked the seemingly delicate woman in her late forties.No one looking at her would imagine that a dark heart resides behind that beautiful face."What would I have to say, son?" Suhara asked with a sweet smile. "That is enough, mother. All your crimes have proof. There are video images of your secret meetings with your tribes. You tried to kill three innocent children" Salim accused The change in Suhara's expression was so dramatic. "Whatever I did, I did it for you, Salim" Suhara claimedPeople around gasped, failing to believe that the woman they respected over the years could be really so evil."For me? You tried to kill three innocent children for me?" Salim asked in disbelief "The throne belongs to the baby your wife carries, Salim. You think some trash coming out of nowhere can usurp my heir?" Suhara asked furiously "Who do you think you are calling trash? They are the next in line to the throne of Zidra" Zayed said coldly,
"You have no right to be the ruler of this nation. A position you are so proud of. Because you are not an Ahmed" Suhara said bitterlyEvery single person in the council room froze listening to that declaration."What do you mean?" Salim asked"What I said" Suhara said, with an evil laugh."Don't listen to her, Salim. She is trying to cause unnecessary trouble with her lies" Zayed said, looking at the older woman with disgust."Am I? Science is so advanced now. Why don't you take a DNA test and confirm?" Suhara asked with an evil smirk."Suhara? What nonsense are you saying? He is our son" Khalil Ahmed said furiously "Our? He is not ours, Khalil. Yes, he is mine. But not yours" Suhara said "Suhara. Stop with your non sense" Rosaline said furiously, seeing how pale her nephew had gone.She loved Salim as much as she loves her own children, and she couldn't watch him breaking like this.Suhara shot Rosaline a look of such loathing that Rosaline flinched."You! You are the root cause of
ARABIAN NATION OF ZIDRAA couple of days later, Zayed was pacing to and fro in his study. Basim walked into his study room with a dull look on his face."Bass? Did you get in touch with Salim?" Zayed asked anxiously.It has been two days since Salim left the palace with Camille, without informing anyone about his whereabouts.The council members have maintained silence as ordered by the Royal family. "No. No news. Hyder is trying to trace them" Basim said"God! Why don't we ever get peace in our life" Zayed groaned, as he took a seat next to Basim."Well, part and parcel of being born in the Royal family" Basim said with a disgusted scoff."I hope Salim is coping well." Zayed said, hopefully."Milly is with him. She is his foundation. Nothing will break him as long as she is with him" Basim said"That's my only relief" Zayed said"Zayed, Basim"They both looked towards the door and were pleasantly shocked to see Salim standing there. Both the brothers sprang up from their seats and r
BLURB ******* Have you not heard about the term bro-code If you have ,you must very well know the top most code in the list of bro-codes will always be 'best friend's sisters are off limits.' So let's see how beyond control is falling for your best friend's sister for Liam Fredrick ,your typical college bad boy. ********** Does a sis code exist?? Not sure huh? As much as brothers hate their sister falling for their best friend, it's exactly the opposite when it comes to the sisters, don't you think so?? They would be the happiest to play cupid for their brother and best friend So let's see how Zian Ahmed, the good boy, (compared to his twin 😉) falls head over heels for the very cute, very bubbly and very weird Emma Hart ,his sister's new best friend... ********** And last but not the least Opposites attract, they say. That's physics. But what did we study in chemistry? Like dissolves like.. Isn't it? What would happen when two headstrong egoistic and fiery people co
"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