One day your heart will take you to your lover. One day your soul will carry you to the Beloved. Don't get lost in your pain, know that one day your pain will become your cure.

~ Rumi
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A great hassle was layered between everyone as they prepared for sana's Nikkah decorating and inviting everyone.

Although it was to be very simple but here simplicity to had its own definition,

The night before sana and I had a long chat regarding her Nikkah  I wasn't able to conclude her inner feelings but the least I did know and she told was she was in immense peace and with that I am sure happiness will follow.

I was currently on my way to phuphee who had  summoned me through Daud

Turning around the corner the door was a little ajar ,displaying a scanty view of the room.giving me  hint of four persons inside

"Your Bahu doesn't look interested in your son gul naz don't mind me but I say only what I see "an  aunty said chewing a freshly cut Apple .I halted in my steps listening to her direct and  unjust claim

"You are wrong sister they really like each other she is just shy."phuphee corrected

"I hope the same but it doesn't looks like it "she offered a kind smile 

"I will head out now it was good chatting to you" she said hugging aunty and leaving through the opposite side.

I shifted to the side hiding away from her,Inwardly a little at peace seeing she left  .

why people like to ignite the fire in such relations I thought not knowing that the fuel was ready to inflame the already lit fire

Taking a deep Breath I decided to go inside when a sudden talk made curious.

"Even people have started to talk now aunty do you think this will work out" eshal commented paving a hand through her open locks

"Leave the people if my Umar won't be happy with her there is always an option of second marriage" her mom added . my heart dropped at her revelation.

Why are they so against me

"Oh ho there is nothing like that tasneem she is happy" phuphee corrected.

"Aunty I don't know but it's always Umar who goes behind her she has much attitude to even show a little affection" eahal chewed her gum throwing a snarky comment.

"Eshal beta don't say like that" phuphee  warned politely

"I have a strong feeling that she will take your son away from you gulnaz and I am not wrong ever!"her mom feigned arrogantly

"No no you are totally mistaken she isn't that type at all you haven't met her properly" phuphee chuckled

"See gulnaz you are like my sister and we have been friends since a long time do you think I will say anything bad for you." tasneem aunty asked

"No of course not you have been more than a sister to me but all those claims on Areesha are wrong" phuphee declined

Atleast she isn't buying there utterly wrong conclusion..

But the question was untill when?

"Gulnaz when you choosed hina and zari I supported you and told you that they will be the best choice now tell me I was right or wrong."she stood up placing her hands on her waist.

"You were right but ..

"No buts my dear sister you are to innocent to see through the facade these types of girls wear I am telling you the way she has Umar wrapped around her finger she will not only distance him from you but also make him hate you Mark my words hmm!" She nodded.

"My son isn't like that ,and whatever will happen we will see" phuphee dismissed

"Haye you are right and what can you even do now only some days left for the Nikkah tsk I feel sad for you I don't know why" she fake gloomed Constricting my heart.

"Allah khayr  it will go fine now please don't say anything I have called Areesha ,she will be here anytime I don't want her to hear anything negative."

"Why have you called her?" she frowned

"Umar bought this dress and I wanted her to see if it needs any fitting" phuphee tenderly revealed a floral pink  heavy embroidered dress.

It was gorgeous

"Hayeee this is beautiful! he went himself?" tasneem aunty grazed her hands through the dress giving me an uneasy feeling. I didn't wanted to eavesdrop but for some reasons my feets were stuck to the ground repulsing by every move

"Aunty is this the same Umar who hated shopping are you sure she hasn't blown something on your son" Eshal fake concerned

"No beta there is nothing like that sit with her and you will change your opinion"

"We will see about that" she shrugged" but this dress !! Can I please try it aunty I want to see how it looks that I will order a similar one for my friends function"she pleaded

No!.

"Yeah why are you asking eshal gulnaz is like your own mother" tasneem aunty grasped the dress rather harshly

"Be careful tasneem!!" phuphee objected

"Don't worry nothing will happen here you go Eshal wear and show it to your aunty hurry now! "

"You never change beta still obsessed with dresses go and see it quickly before Umar comes you know how he is!" she gave a pointed look

"Give me two minutes" she exclaimed running into the dressing room and I felt utterly confuse and angry.

She doesn't possess any right to wear that dress my heart screamed

Because It was my dress

"MA shaa ALLAH look at her gulnaz ,it looks so beautiful on her I am afraid if Umar sees you in this he will marry you instead" aunty giggled shamelessly
It felt like earth just  skipped from my feet leaving me with no support to stand..

How can she say that so easily.

Phuphee forcefully smiled advising her to Change quickly and I didn't wanted to wear that dress anymore.

"Think once again gulnaz ,one daughter in law is enough to break your beautifully bonded home" aunty gave a pointed look.

Why people can't  worry just about there life ,why they have to ignite fires in the hearts and just why they love to break relations..

Halfheartedly I turned around not having enough composure to face them especially after there acquisitions.

And the way that dress fitted her was enough to break my feelings to wear it
"Pleasant morning to you to" Umar clicked his fingers in front of my eyes jolting me out of my dazed state

"You were walking straight towards my room",he smirked seeing my confused expression ,i  bit my lip as I tried to think of an excuse of my illogical doings.

"I I was um going downstairs "I answered refusing to meet his eyes.

"Why are their tears in your eyes?" he frowned his dark eyes studying my demeanour while his broad frame shadowed me .

"I don't " ! I denied a little to abrupt  changing his expressions to a glare

"What happened?"he demanded crossing his arms like he had all the time in the world

"I have flu" I lied  my eyes scrutinizing the empty hallway lighted by golden lamps which shined on the marble floor

"Hmm" he hummed not really buying it and I squirmed under his gaze

" This is for you" he raised his hand revealing almost an heart shaped cotton candy making me involuntary chuckle at the shape.

How come I missed something in his hand ,

"Don't make fun of it eat" he narrowed his eyes while I stopped the threatening giggle looking at it's shape.

"I made it "he affirmed with arms crossed as I took the stick from his hands. my gloomy mood instantly flying in thin air

So this was all the commotion about down at the candy truck.

"It's sweet "I complimented not knowing how he made it.

"Really?" He raised his eyebrow

"Yes" I nodded

"I know someone more sweeter" he commented making me choke on the already taken bite.

"What happened? do you need water.?"he fake concerned

"And don't you know honey is more sweeter  what were you thinking?" he grinned heat rushing to my already burning cheecks.

"I I "

"You?"he asked amused.

"I didn't meant:

"You didn't meant what dear Areesha"  he titled his head interrupting my sentence

He was enjoying to much!.

"I don't know" I confessed making him chuckle

"But I know" he gave a knowing smile making me clutch the stick harder.

"Granny was calling you!"I Changed the topic.

"I know i was going there but I saw someone coming to pay me a visit" he teased.

"I wasn't" I denied

"Sure you weren't" he rolled his eyes

"I am serious!"

"Sure love" he impelled the candy from the opposite side making it stick to my cheeks . I gasped at his bold move.

"Umar" I frowned stepping away 

"Have a sweet day "

"And one more thing" he turned making me confuse

"Make sure to never hide your sparkle beneath that painful water which I despise to see in your eyes,I have longed to indulge in that mesmerizing land and finally when the that day is coming closer don't spoil them with your tears" his grave voice with deep words echoed in my ears leaving me startled in the lonesome hallway as he disappeared

And without any warrant  my heart was warming up to him

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Sana stood  at the door step of a new beginning,holding the key to open the door her eyes involuntary darting towards him she had been strong ..very strong throughout but now it seemed like all the weight of the world was placed on her shoulders ..letting go wasn't easy it just seemed easy leaving a person in an emotional havoc.

Calded in the gold cream gown,she shivered with every move her head was bowed heaviness of the shawl taking a toll on her just as the dress felt extremely heavy.

Even in these circumstances her beautified eyes supporting all kind of elegant make up was peeking at the person she losed her heart for...And the amount of it was in years not months nor days.

In a way it was wrong to give him  her last glance before starting her journey but like all others she was human.

And they are not known for their perfection.

But maybe  her reflex action to wanted to teach her a lesson because umar's eyes were fixed on someone beside her .

The pride  and affection which dropped from his   dark eyes for Areesha  was something she couldn't even had  fathom   in her dreams but here he was the same Umar which she had known all her life,who for his love moulded all his ways.

At least her glance filled in her a Ray of  satisfaction...

A satisfaction that he was never hers to begin with than why all the tears and anguish should she bear.

Her life wasn't changing it was already moulded after umar's confrontation .rather it was just taking a huge turn which gave her peace and tears synonymously

She knew Areesha resembled nothing less than a fairy in that dress she supported but In umar's eyes she surpassed even them..

And she didn't knew that she herself was  very precious for someone..Even more than a princess called Cinderella

"Sana" her mom encouraged her with a nod

Accepting the person  would be moulding her life and setting free her once seen dreams ,crushing her every possibility to be with him .But she was a believer of a fact that everything happens for the best

And just like that in a swift she sealed the vow of her life with someone which was fated for her above in the heavens before she was born and her only wish was to find true love who could suck all her tears and pains which had filled in her every longing  

What if she was a  weak human. She had strong fate and firm believe which never wavered but just like others her desires and wishes did....

But little did she knew the curved rock  she thought she was walking  bare   footed was just a random hard stone  .....No , rather it was freshly carved diamond which she had yet to learn and recognize..

Even if she had loved diamonds all her life she had surely failed to recognize one in very front of her or it wouldn't be wrong if said  now belonged to just her..

We all just need firm fate and pile of patience to look around and recognize the hidden treasures Allah grants us in the form of trials.which in both ways just benefits us .
Just like
After every hardship is ease
After every longing there is fulfillment.
After every tear there are smiles and After every loss there  hidden behind  is  an immense gain..

A delicate hand cleansed her tears and Areesha was the first one to embrace her gifting her many bouquets of hearty prayers which were sure to come true as a gift for her patience..

And than there were loud chorus and greetings followed by many hugs and mouth watering sweets

"Someone has finally grown huh? Congratulations" Umar smiled mischievously.

"It's waqas for who I am afraid poor him I know my sister tsk tsk May Allah bless him" Dani patted her head as she glared with teared eyes

"At least be serious on this day" aunty scolded embracing her daughter

"Someone was emotional enough to hide his tears during the Nikkah" Asad bhai winked at dani as he warned him with His eyes.

"I just knew you loved me" sana hugged him tightly making him groan.But he placed his hand firmly on her shoulders giving her a brotherly support.And the tears were again spilled which her brother tenderly replaced with a smile

"Who said that she won't cry because her make up will get ruined" dani gasped making her chuckle..And just like that the time came to meet her other half..

A surprise would be an understatement of what she felt at that very second a Cinderella carriage standing outside the porch with a smiling waqas in front as she was summoned back into the room to change into a beautiful red Cinderella gown with a embroidered shawl at top ..

And just the two of them went for the excursion admists the clouds between the mesmerizing mountains framed with the fragrance of all kinds of flowers.in the carriage she had only seen in movies

All the praises the compliments with loved filled eyes was showered on her being.

She still thought it as a dream ,how could she get so lucky to have all this!.

It took time but it was worth it !

Patience supporting the good character never fails its just to Give you something beyond your imagination and to say it was just the beginning of her life as a princess...

It's  totally right.

Allah is the best of planners..

It's only us who lose hope

After a hectic schedule of attending and socialising with different guests ,there was serene silence in the house .All the house hold getting ready for the tremendous dinner which was to be held after the newly wed's arrival after their mini excursion .

Who takes so much time to get ready Umar irritatedly thought
all the ladies have been in the house since sana's departure preparing for dinner while all the boys were out attending the fair amount of people due to their father's order.

Not to Many people were invited nor it was a grand function just close relatives leaving everyone for the upcoming huge celebration and there functions in few months time .

From past two minutes Umar stared at her door all the way from grand hall to enlighten his heart with her being.But who says these girls take no time it's been hours and he haven't seen a single soul including his mother ready.

Seeing Hina descending from the stairs with a group of girls gave him a glint of hope

"Where is Areesha not ready yet?"Umar asked  impatiently waiting to drink a glance of her spellbinding eyes.

"She is there" came a voice pointing above the stairs before a second his eyes trailing on the side

Wrapped in a flawless white frock  patronized by a thick velvety red  borders. she gracefully abided conversing while pinning Ameera's veil.

Her every move made the beats at the borders shine sparkling her enchanting laugh with a most marveling tune .

She didn't resembled anyone rather no one could resemble her innocent beauty in his eyes she looked beyond beautiful

The veil around her fanned her creamy skin the air of which came to see her all the way from the high hills of not a nearby land escaping through the French Windows at her front

A fairy or an angel no she could surpass there description.

A tease she was for sure not acknowledging him as she should.

Oh! How he wished it was their Nikkah today instead of anyone else's

Few more days his brain consoled .No an eternity his heart felt.

And the fact he couldn't even believe it was him who was so charmed by someone but the truth was he didn't felt weak rather he felt strong.The more he changed for her the more he felt himself polished..
If it was impossible  for him to live without her before than now even thinking about it  threatens to  seize his existence

And they sometimes quote one person is enough to change your whole life but he could say a modest girl was enough to change his complete being from his every dream to every goal...It was her.Just her.And only her..

The minute their eyes clashed ,the lights enclosed them in there shade hiding everyone except them in the spotlight of there own

What was this new feeling she felt,or was it a smile it became .which earned her a small wave from the person she was growing closer to ...

It was sure to be a long dinner because a certain person wasn't able to hide how much just he adored her..

But evil eyes travels and certain people just despise to see someone happy.

Her heavy shawl flew with the wind ,his styled hair tussled by the air as they moved side by side around the garden

Even the silence was rejoiced around her,he found peace being near her his heart never wanting to leave.

He was enjoying her reluctance while she was experiencing his devotion which  dangerously played with her feelings

A little walk admist the decent decoration was a must after a buffet dinner arranged in the garden all the elders and families mingling with each other .they were encouraged to spend a little time around the garden on there own while granny observed them with a big grin on her face.

It was grannys wish to see them together and her heart felt desire would be fulfilled not a  long time left .her heart was blooming today seeing sana and waqas together and it was sparkling seeing Umar and Areesha close.

May Allah protect them from evil eyes she murmured blowing on the couple's who were not afar away.

Areesha was introduced to many while many she had to formally accept  as Umars acquaintance with some family friends.

A promise was taken from Umar and Areesha to attend a ceremony which falls before there's as a good friend Umar made sure to fulfill what he promised .

He didn't left her side throughout the evening ,reluctantly letting her go when she went to meet nano which was a mistake on his part because he knew his fiancè adored that lady just to much to come back

But seeing her from afar his mind was brewing plans which just consisted her smiles and laughters

Even sana seemed to enjoy the evening with a cute blush which never left her face.

All this time Eshal was puffed up due to umar's lack of attention on her ,only if she haven't had gone for a course to Canada Umar could be hers right now .

Either Areesha will have to leave him or she will make Umar leave her

When you don't get what you desire snatch it one day it will be worth it in a long run. This was eshals motto.

She couldn't just sit around and   them getting closer by passing days .

While planing the vicious plot she was unaware of the roots the seed of love had grown may it be from one side or may it be from both it's strength wouldn't let the love weaver but if pulled harshly it could break them apart forever...

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"Areesha I want some details please can you accompany me" Amir sat in the lounge with an open laptop expectantly gazing at me

"For what" I furrowed my brows striding towards him  after  discarding the snack filled tray on the dining

Dani accompanied him sitting on the opposite side with ear phones plugged  as he worked on something maybe an assignment.

"He has a deadline in an hour so he has promised not to say a word until he finishes his work" Amir mused seeing my reaction

"Good luck" I wished seeing his pleading eyes for help

"Get back to work now" Amir ordered making him huff

After a mini function the house rested in silence due to exhaustion almost everyone asleep but a few awake.And the girls getting sana ready for her first date while I just came downstairs to get some snacks for all

"Help me fill your form uncle already typed your application "

"Oh !okay" I agreed taking a seat as he neared the laptop filling me in with process of  It's details.

"You are lucky to be in time" he smiled clicking the required icons.

"Thanks to you" I mumbled typing following his directions.

"I will always be there when you need me" he orated with a side glance .my hands stilled on the key pad as I tried to ignore his words

"Turn your head a girls age is private matter" dani joked diverting the topic.

"Yeah he is right" I supported with a smile

Amir raised his eyebrow with a surprise

"But I know yours already 99is it he pretended to think or it's sweet 16 because last time I checked girls never grow" he remarked

"Don't make fun of it" I spoke annoyed making him chuckle

"Amir  Rayyan will do the rest " I stated after few minutes of constant filling still a long page ahead was awaiting

"Why do you want to disturb him okay  tell me I will type" he grabbed the laptop

"That would be great" I smiled.

"That's the reason you don't use your mobile much you hate typing" he shook his head.making me chuckle at his observation.

What was wrong in their destiny that after every step close there comes a cyclone twirling their lives in the most weirdest of directions .

Because there stood Umar on a top floor  clenching the railings ,he wouldn't have known if Eshal had not come to invite him for lunch.

"In all honesty they both look cute together just as they are made for each other eshal stood beside"  as she looked at Umar whose mood turned from serious to  dense hearing her chuckle sitting beside him .

"You have said it now don't say it again ever!"he emphasized glaring at her.

"I am your best friend Umar and I can't lie don't you see there chemistry" she pointed at their smiling faces.

"Shut up !"he grouched with clenched fists.

"She is your fiancé while she seems happy with another" she dramatically sighed while there was a dangerous silence in umar's eyes which never wavered from them.

"Tell me Umar when was the last time you both went for a dinner !is she even sincere ?are you sure she is not forced "

"Enough I didn't asked for your opinion and next time don't point on her sincerity" he warned with enraging eyes.

She was quite frightened from inside but to have her way she had to push the sensitive buttons

"Why are you defending her Umar ,why have you changed so much ?What has she done to blind you from reality I want
my old Umar back" she pleaded earning a side glance from Umar from where she could clearly see his clenched jaw

"Areesha belongs to me  so all her problems are mine whatever she does shouldn't concern you.I would appreciate you staying away from this you are my friend but I haven't given any right to indulge in my private affairs" he stated stunning Eshal with His strong words.

How easily she was rejected,and made apparent  of the place she stands in his life.
Almost no where..

"We have been friends since a very long time Umar ,and after all these years in just one day for a girl you are ruining our friendship" Eshal raged.

"You know it Eshal that I keep every relation at it's rightfull place" umar's serious reply burned her even more and she despised the girls existence who was the reason.

"So,now I am no one" she glared with glistened eyes.She couldn't believe what was she hearing from the person who has always been more than a friend to her.

"If you would have listened carefully than you would have known that who are you!"

"Just a friend no Umar we are best friends and today you have hurted me the most behind the girl who doesn't even want you in her life" Eshal breathed her hair falling at her sides

And without a word Umar left her alone with a hard glance of utter disrespect.

No she couldn't lose him just yet , and without a mend there was no way

Umar trusted her with all his heart and mind and he was aware of the fact that anyone could like her but the fact he knew Amir did killed him from inside .

He knew her every act and every talk was admirable and he didn't wanted to grant this privilege to anyone ..

Areesha only belongs to Umar and will always be his .

For past few days he has been letting go of their meetings which he heard or visualized

But the turning point is he was fierce of the fact she didn't acknowledge his wish of not talking to him and for that she will have to give answers.

As lack of patience shouldn't be stretched to a point where it loses the strength to hold the enraging anger.

While on the other side there was a flutter of new feelings surrounding her soft heart,even her smiles were involuntary around him now.

A fragrant rose was clutched in her soft palms its enchanting colour reminding her of his compliments,while it's softness    brought twinkling memories of his tender talks and polite gestures which was turning into his habits now.

From all the bouquet only this one was her favorite because it held a special gift which enriched in her heart.

But the mistake where is was residing enclosed itself with a facade of change.
IN other terms she cherished some memories which consisted only his changed demeanour.

What about his oldself

One cannot mould itself from all angels some remain ,many detach but the nature never change which in her bubble she was unaware of .

Will she be able to accept if even a glimpse of him returns to his rough nature or will it always remain tender for her .It was only to be taught by time what the circumstances will lead them to.
Either together,or forever apart.as there was still a person waiting for  her and there still was a girl ready to snatch him.

A paper of love it seemed if stretched from both side it will tear not leaving any space to attach again.

Assalam o alikum wa rahmatulahi wa barakatuhu .

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