Last night a spark emerged
..... from the eyes of Love; ....
it lit up the path opening;
Reason was overturned.

The bird of my heart travelled
both worlds .... like a wind;
it grew weary of anything
.... that did not belong to Love " ....

- Farid ud- Din Attar <3

Belated EID MUBARAK..💖

Here is your eidi ..a very very long chapter😎

And I would be graciously waiting for mine ;-).

Enjoy😚

The afternoon mist blanketed the lofty tress,illusioning the viewers of its presence, recognized only due to the courtesy of its fulttering leaves.

I sat near the window holding a cup of afternoon tea in my cold hands drawing warmth by its frequently emitting smokes.

The only time I was liberated, from all the formalities of being the soon to be bride.

So many guests have already arrived, while the guest rooms still in the processes of being filled ,and I had absolutely no idea there would be so many people nor had a clue of them being my extended family .

In exhaustion of hosting them with constant smiles I was now locked up in my room,just for few.minutes untill I would be summoned again  to join them in the ladies lounge .

All the girls busy in decorations for the mehndi function which was just two days away...wonder what they are doing ? ,not even giving a glimpse of their plans

I was dolled up in a blue embroidered dress ,with heavy lining of beats which sizzled with my every move promising me a shoulder ache, due to its weight.

Though I was assured  for just  two more days, I will have to go through this , from mehndi till the wedding I will have my required privacy and the grooming which again leaves me in doubt of my solitude ..but for the person I was going through all this seemed more significant to complain about these small rituals.

Thinking about him deep flutter of feelings,still shadows me whenever I imagine my last night, making me ponder upon many things that took place leaving me in blankets of red glow

It still feels surreal when I recall the intense small moments, or being so close to him.yet it felt so very right ,just like the memories that will be etched forever in the diary of my heart.

A diary which was desirable to write and worth a read...

A diary containing feelings of a hidden love yet unveiled by just a glance of beloved's emotion filled eyes..

It perceives ,every time a petal inside of me blooms when being with him leaving me in hues of shyness at his bold words..

The doors of my decorated room was shut closed since fajr leaving no room for us to meet.

I was taken outside just to meet some guests away from the family area ,where I could not even by chance spot him neither can he

Not sure if he has even tried to come after breakfast or.not but seeing no hustle outside nor tantrums may be he didn't

If spoken honestly in a way it was an advantage , I didn't knew how to face him nor I was ready to be in front, recalling what we shared last night.

We were just two open souls reading the heart of other through the Windows of eyes and door of words..

I steadily got up easing my flushed face with cold of fresh breeze as my hands touched the glaze of fog on the window pane.

But was it really possible to stay away for a week I thought ,why it felt so long ,or is it just me feeling a certain void inside . I gazed the vast misted land with a yearning heart

"Areesha darling" I sucked In the cold air feeling warm breaths precise to my ear as a big arm encircled my waist bringing me close with the cuddle of warmth.

"Umar"I quivered with a hitched breath, bewildered by his sudden appearance and anxious.about his bold stunt

"Love" he responded giving a gentle squeeze

My form visibly shivered from his closeness, yet my eyes remained shut in astonishment ,with irrational beats of heart ,but involuntarily my glossy lips twitched a little recognizing the carrier of my heart.

"Why is your attention on the beautiful nature wife ,when it should only be your beloved husband you must be thinking about" he complained earning my anxious chuckle .

After deep breaths of calm and    moments of shudder I finally opened my shy eyes with an extremely overpowering blush

"You shouldn't be here" I whispered as he attached his face with my blushed cheeks making my toes curl,my grip tightening on his large hands while my heart beat loud enough to be heard in my ears

"You are my wife" he reminded extremely delighted by my current state

"Someone will see"I gulped lowering my eyes

"I don't care."he inhaled releasing a content sigh as I bit my shivering lips

"It wouldn't look decent" I tried to explain feeling queasy inside

"I am decent as I can be" he gruffed making me.shake.my head in response, though my heart showered thousands of smiles hearing his voice.

It was a state of pure affection as they both stood close ,opposite to gallery enjoying the view of glowing mountains by the rays of peeking sun...

Umar content with just standing close to her feeling her warm anxious breaths ,as he marvelled the softness of her now red cheeks

My trembling hands met his large once as I removed them gently to turn around earning a small grunt ,

"Anyone can come in an instant" I backed away little giving him a smile

"What do you think I am? my innocent wife, I have locked the door" he winked as I looked away with my hairs shadowing my shyness from his readable eyes.

"Why do you have to look so gorgeous every time I see you" he gathered my free locks away from my hidden face as I lost my self in those love filled eyes.

"Did you missed me" he inquired clasping my hands in his as he studied the ring which blinked on my every move.

"Did you?" I dared to ask as he brought back his attention with a brewing smirk

" you have no idea Areesha no idea" he slowly kissed the heart of my palm as I  snatched it away only to hear his loud chuckle , his eyes filled with mystical fondness

"You should leave now" I scurried away from his heated gaze towards the dressing, trying  hard to conceal his dominating affect

"Really? You don't want me here with you ?"he turned, raising his eyebrow

"No,I mean it wouldn't be nice if we don't follow granny's order" I stuttered fidgeting with my fingers . my highlighted fringes blocking my view

"You can easily stay away for a week" he challenged folding his arms still rooted to the spot.making me shift under the scrutiny of his sharp gaze

I opened my mouth but no words came out ,as I changed the weight on my foot due to nervousness.

"Answer me Areesha?why are you quiet."

"I,we.can talk on mobile" I suggested bitting my lip .

Taking painfully slow and heavy steps he now stood infront of me as I dared not to look up

"Than Mrs Umar ,may I ask why are your eyes portraying a whole different story,"he objected while my eyes remained fixed on the floor with a mixture of squeamish feelings 

"Let's see how much you can stay on your words" he came closer and slowly kissed my cheeks taking his sweet time making me shake due to his close proximity yet caged in his love

"See you soon love" he smirked satisfied at her reactions after his bold actions and proudly strided away

"Umar" I called coming out of a surprised daze as I heard the click of the door.,

"Do come to meet me everyday" I murmured as he smiled partially out of the room.

"Will you ?" I breathed tilting my head as we heard the choas knowing someone is coming

And he could swear that for a moment his heart stopped . Her rosey cheeks and shy eyes being the sole reason after her anticipating slow blinks..
And he so wished he could whisk her away ,so far away from all and hide her beneath his shade of care filled with love

Without a word.adjoining two fingers he touched his lips gesturing it towards her with deep affection swirling in his eyes and the door closed , with that she lowered her gaze to the heart of her palm....missing him already yet getting lost in the beautiful memory he just gave her...heated cheeks being one of them

It was a fairytale of not just true but a pure love...

****
Seated amidst the girls, I admired the celestial decorations of the spacious hall in which we resided on comfy cushions, chatting and laughing reviving some past memories.

The area was extended with jasmines and veils of different colors, styled at  rims.

"Shukar hai Areesha you don't have to meet anymore aunties now" ,hina api sighed spreading the  silk cloak in front.

"Yeah ,was truly surprised when I heard granny saying that ,seriously I remember my dreaded time when they pinched my cheeks so much that I was called a blushing bride just because of them" Kiran api feigned making us laugh.

"At least we can now gather and relax here for sometime ,relishing girls time" sana air quoted while I smiled inwardly thanking Umar .

"Let's paint your nails with arq so it may grow darker within two days" hina api caught my hand while Annie brought the tray near .And they all gathered more closer making me nervous due to their sudden mischievous glances

"Wesayyy Areesha, I heard that someone came after fajr yesterday" Annie smirked as my head jolted towards hina api who shrugged giving a hint that she didn't tell.

"Yeah but I was told that you will return before isha" sana played along while I lowered my head

"We came before fajr" I weakly  defended in a light voice ,while I knew it was just few minutes before

"Of course we totally believe you" Annie  taunted ,but I never lifted my gaze giving them the required satisfaction proved by their awkward coughs.

" Give us the details, otherwise we will disclose your mini secret" sana declared making me gaze at her in horror.

"You wouldn't " I panicked

"We will ! now be a good girl and start ,we worked so hard for it "they ordered leaving me with no choice .

" Areesha ! " came a warning voice as I sighed

"Beta what are you all doing ," phuphee peeked through the painted glass door ,I shifted my position trying to dodge their warning glances

"We are applying arq on Areesha's nails"they replied sweetly

"Good, continue just let me know if you need anything" she opted to leave but halted at Annie's words

"Wait aunty do you know that your ;

"I will tell " I whispered desperate

"What beta?" she asked confused

"Nothing I  just wanted to.show  you her hands, but I think we should complete it first "she chirped as phuphee shook her head gazing at me with a smile and went away closing the wooden glass door.

"You are such a bad cousin" I complained slightly moving away

"Oh ! My now we are bad ...What a surprise to hear" ..She dramatically gasped,  casting a bright purple cushion at me, as i hid my smile at her cute pout

"Of course Umar is in her life now, why would we be important" Kiran api feigned

"You know I didn't meant that" I moaned as they laughed compelling me to narrate

"Well," I licked my lips in nervousness, 

"We had dinner" I started while they rolled their eyes

"We know you had dinner Areesha" hina api huffed placing hand on her head in exasperation.making them giggle

"Wait tell me how did he praised you?"Kiran api winked

"Like,oh my gorgeous wife if only  i could bring moon and the stars at your feet to describe your beauty " Ameera interrupted making me glare as they chuckled.

"Or he presented you a rose ,on a bended knee " they asked as I shook my head

"Did he say something than" they inched closer as I remained silent my lips sealed due to his warning .

"So did he ?"they peered while I shyly nodded positive on the fact that I have no way out

"Ohooooo really what did he say."kiran api tucked away my hairs

"That um  I look beautiful" I whispered with a brewing blush

"Hayeee is it just.me or its reality that I can't pictureze him saying someone beautiful."

"Yeah ,so true Annie can't imagine it" they mocked

"Stop it "I whined

"Why don't like it when it comes to your husband" they emphasized

"Okay sorry leave it ,than what happened like you stayed for almost 7-8 hours."zari api inquired

"We um.We went to  near by the mountains for a walk and than sat their for a while."

"Really yar Areesha Shukar, you didn't caught fever it's already cold outside and on mountains it's freezing while your clothes weren't warm either "hina api scolded

"Hina don't you know that in the presence of your beloved you forget everything" zari api explained  

While I averted my eyes already blushing recalling the the way I sat or how much warmth his arms provided

"Or was it that Umar gave you his jacket like a gentle man "Kiran api winked as the door opened revealing granny ,i sighed in relief while they chuckled looking at me

"For your information we weren't going to ask further but seeing you like this gives a hint of something" Annie whispered

"And that something looks promising" kiran api wiggled her eyebrows while I veiled myself in embarrassment

"Areesha  how are you sweetheart" granny patted my cheeks while gazing at the arq with smile as she placed a golden tray filled with Crystal brooches.

"Beta make a list of the important things that you want from Islamabad Umar is going "..she pinned my cloak at  side with a butterfly Crystal,but I sat still, in shock after hearing her words

He is going to Islamabad

"Umar !why?" Hina api questioned

"He has work , so he will stay there for two days, now hurry up he is leaving within 5 minutes" she fussed as they hastily planned to write it down while I sat there in a huge turmoil

He is going for two days !!and he didn't even bothered to tell me or even meet me

Hearing those words were enough to ignite the non exists anger within me,I closed my eyes in order to calm my distressed heart as I slowly made my way towards his room.

I had excused everyone hardly getting the permission, but it was a moment when I didn't think about any one, not even guests who could visualize me going to his room,but his sudden decision was enough to block out anyone.

The door was precipitously opened shutting behind her with a soft thud as she studied Umar who without a bother professionally brushed his gelled hair almost ready to head out, going my his attire which consisted of professional royal blue dress coat.

"Are you going somewhere ?" She had asked with anticipating eyes as he inwardly smirked seeing her in his room

Perfect he had thought

"Hmm" he answered casually styling his cuffs making her confuse yet angered at his sudden demeanor

"And you weren't going to tell me?" it took all in her to ask the main question letting go of her facade showing that it could bother her.

"Why? it's only for two days" Umar shrugged,  highly amused by her given attention....

"Only two days!" her face flushed with anger due to his causality on the subject, yet his eyes studied her every move with deep affection through the eyes of mirror.

Her words were still calculated and sober just like her sophisticated being if not for her eyes or flushed face he couldn't have guessed that she was angry,and if seen with the eyes of a beloved her shifted behavior made her look more enticing 

Stunning he admired her through his dark eyes..

"Yeah what's the big deal Areesha ,I will go and come besides what was the point in telling you ,it's not like you were supposed to be with me ,no one leaves you alone and secondly would you.brake there rules just.because of me?" he inquired with a raised eyebrow seeing her reflection on his high dressing mirror.

and for a minute her being shook at the scrutiny of his fixed gaze

"And who was the one to say we shouldn't break granny"s rule" he reminded ,smug by her bothered expressions

"You could have at least mentioned it in the morning" she pressed as he smirked seeing her now lowered eyes.

"It's not like you cared" he sprayed his signature cologne desperately wanting to cage her doll like form In his arms

Her eyes met his In accusation yet he maintained his calm posture pretending it wasn't a big deal for him at all.

But only if asked from his heart ,one could see that just how difficult was it to even spend a second without her .

"You are right I.don't care" she snapped with a low voice, almost a syllable,never for once meeting his incriminate eyes

You care miss Areesha you care alot !! his inner voiced ,seeing her mixed expressions very well knowing that if he didn't stopped his act she will soon  be in tears,and that was the last thing he planned.
But his inner curiosity and her undivided attention for the first time compelled him to play just a little more.

"I thought so to ,I am leaving than let's meet after two days or perhaps after the wedding" he declared as he noted her clutched hands, grinning in response as he called the.driver to get the car ready just to trigger the situation.yet his sharp eyes never left her bewildered expressions.

She was still in daze of what just transpired ,how could he ..like he loved her right.But ....

How could he not care,
Was it just so easy for him to leave her alone .
Was it so simple to not meet her for many days

Was he okay with the fact that she didn't knew he was going.

Was it only a day's love which he showered her with maybe it is how it is

She just expected to high she thought not meeting his eyes.

She bit her lip trying to veil the sudden emotions as she silently made her way towards the door.

"Have a safe journey Umar ,May Allah bring you back safe" she whispered turning her back with clogged throat ,clutching the door handle to run away in the confines of her room.

But before she could  even take a step more, he  gently yanked her back in his embrace an audible gasp leaving her soft lips.

"Do you think what I said was true" he asked tightening his hold on her fragile form as she tried to wiggle out,not interested in any of his talks

"Your anger is enticing my lady" he complimented as he turned her around not giving her permission to leave

"Don't talk to me" she mumbled enraged not having enough power to get out of his  embrace, making him smile in response,her heart racing with an abnormal beat giving away her strong facade  by the highly irregular breaths.

"Than what should I do" he tilted his head winking in mischief as she glared in response turning beetroot

"First you tell me not to break granny's rule, now when I am trying to follow it you are upset what is this Mrs Umar" he murmured the last line in her ears , a shiver passed through her as she tried to move but his strong hands enough to make it impossible

"Answer me what should I do wife ?"his words tickling her already suffering form

"I I didn't meant for you to go away"she explained glancing in his anticipating eyes

"Really now,why did it seemed that way in the morning "he stroked his stubble in a thought full manner earning an annoyed look

"Don't go "she said after a moment of silence missing the way his lips tilted

"Why will you miss me?" he smiled mischievous caressing her cheeks with pad of his thumb as if spreading the shyness in the colors of pink blossom that painted her soft petal like cheeks.
her innocent eyes melting his hidden being

"No I won't , it s just I don't want you to go because I don't want you to go" she explained in her hushed murmur,using the tenderness for which he was crazy ..

"Ah ha? "He raised his eyebrows with a frown and a big smile broke on their lips after a moment both knowing the hidden meaning behind the hushed eyes.

"And you complain I am stubborn" he adjoined their hands hiding her in his embrace which she never resisted knowing that her peace lies somewhere deep inside the palpitations of his beating organ,forgoing the fact that she was the owner of it ...

"I will miss you Areesha, but it's important to go I need to finalize some things before we leave ,and we don't have much time "
"As I want to whisk you away the very next day of our wedding" he winked making her blush.

"That early?"she pretended

"Dare say a word" he glared as she licked her lips.

But stepped back when realized her act was caught

"Umar no" she stuck to the door as he neared

"Remember darling you were the one to come IN my room,now how could I let my wife go without a little treat "he quirked an eyebrow

Nearly closing the distance between them he lovingly gazed in her cautious eyes..feeling blessed to see pure affection just for him,she was pure and innocent which all but heightened his love and respect for her .
Every time realizing this particular fact raised his shoulder in pride for his wife.

With a little bend he slowly kissed both of her eyes which were now closed in shyness.

"You are my that story of love without which my book of life is incomplete" he blew away her hairs enjoying the rhythm of her wildly beating heart

"Take care love" he orated placing a gentle kiss on her nose as he backed away giving her space to breath.

Her eyes opened clashing with the dark.orbs of love

"Do you really have to go "she asked uncertain her voice just a few octaves,as he nodded

"It's important and for the best" he squeezed her now held hands ,

"Stay safe" she murmured while shivering from closeness

"Umar" she called turning around,while he stopped at the door

"Don't forget to read ayat ul kursi" she reminded softly

"Why don't you blow it on me" he suggested coming towards her .

Draping her fallen blue veil she closed her eyes reciting the verses and blowing on him giving him in the most safest confines possible..while his intense eyes never wavered from the fairy he was blessed with

She never thought she would actually confront him this way

Though it was him who wanted to see her reaction, he never thought he would experience such a warm goodbye from her.from which he was more than satisfied now

It was like living a foresighted dream,her smile blooming his heart

"You are my that story of love without which my book of life is incomplete"

She glanced at her ring reviving his words with whispers of thankfulness a smile etched on her lips.

"Allah hafiz" he absorbed her every feature in his glimmering intense eyes showing her the world in his just two words which he spoke next.

Love you..

Indeed it was his love where her happiness now lasts ,where her dreams brew,and most importantly it was the exact location where her life shined...

****

"Api what should I do with these?" I questioned eyeing the decorated tray occupied with marvelled jewels.as I heard the click of door very well knowing it's hina api who promised to be here in five minutes

"Areesha?" called an unfamiliar voice filled with hesitance ,confused I turned around but froze seeing the person standing ahead.

My lips parted in surprise ,while i clutched the tray harder

"Sehar !" I mumbled astonished eyeing her desperate state

"If you are angry just please know that I came here after meeting your parents and they have forgiven me ,Areesha please listen to me "she said in a breath while I stood there contemplating many things than one

"I I am sorry ,I don't know how to explain myself ,I have wronged many things in your life and I know I shouldn't have been here especially not at the moment but I had to Areesha, the guilt was killing me I can't even tell you just how much I suffered internally knowing I.have done something majorly wrong."

"I don't know if you will forgive me or not I just want you to hear me please "she took a step ahead as the dim room seemed a little more darker with heavy clouds outside

I didn't wanted to hear her ,nor I wanted her presence in my room.but sometimes your heart overpowers your every decision,giving a chance in return

Adjusting the slight fallen veil ,I gestured her towards the sofa not once meeting her eyes ,as I placed the tray back on its place .
Their was a hurricane of emotions inside , through which I was.constantly battling recalling one of the worst scenarios of my life ,which had broken me far more than I thought I could ever break.

It's quite arduous to forget some hard portions of your life , retrieving how certain events can diminish the trust of people we thought could never lose

But I had admitted that it wasn't just her fault nor my parents it was just a lesson for me ,for hurting someone's heart by judging it according to my perspective but still though it hurts..

Pushing back the tears I sighed internally not knowing was it a new battle or the remains of the latter that was just about to be finished

Dismissing my offer she came close ,taking my hands in her "please Areesha" she murmured her eyes glistening with tears which rolled now slowly on her cheeks

"Why ? "I looked into her eyes reliving all the horrible moments of my life yet once again.

"I was jealous ,very jealous of you ,your life ,your importance for everyone."She whispered with bowed head her tears falling free making me gulp my own

"Your significance for everyone,your your high respect,looks and even your special bond with your siblings it just tore me apart from inside everytime ....she hitched

"Every time Areesha "she whispered

"Even after you being the centre of attraction the love you got from your siblings was just hard for me to digest "

"In Ameera's every talk it was you,in her every dream you were the queen,in every ambition you being the role model and it used to irke me "..She sighed taking a deep breath cleaning her fallen tears as she met my glossy eyes.

"I am sorry but I was far to jealous to take it positive"she admitted avoiding my startled eyes

"My api this, my api that .. it broke my heart every time she told me about the bond you shared which I lacked in .."

"She was in so much love with her big sister that it used to burn me to the core,questioning why can't ,
Why can't I have that ..All she had was you to talk about "

"I tried I tried my best to avoid anything that could over power my jealousy and I accomplished I braced myself and tried to take it in a positive way and I started to love hearing her talks too
it was becoming a therapy and lesson for me , I wanted to learn, to become a big sister like you ,a sister who seemed more closer than a mother ,a sister whom you need not to hide anything..A sister who would stick by your side when the world's against " she sniffed as I stuck to my spot taking in her pain filled words

"That untill one day I I heard your conversation with sana regarding me and the point where you told that you will advice Ameera to stay away from me that just dissolved any good I had in me ."

"I I wanted to make you regret for caring so much for her ..You wanted.Me away from her because thinking I was a bad company and I wanted to show you that for the person you are caring so much isn't worth that."she didn't met my eyes

"I started making her realize that how she is being neglected and everyone loves you ,and respects for you more -she wasn't paying a heed to it untill you became to occupied to give her your time that was the main time to attack her as she was naive and believed in whatever I said but didn't showed it but I knew she will believe it eventually."

"And the rest you know what happened" she mumbled her tears falling free "believe me Areesha I wasn't in peace all these months I went into depression I started taking sleeping pills because there was always a reminder back.in my head that I ruined someone's life "

"Forgive me I am so sorry so sorry "she embraced me suddenly ,her heart breaking sobs filling the quiet walls of the room.

"Please Areesha I am so sorry I have done something really unforgivable please forgive me "she cried

While I embraced her back forgiving her every act but not before realizing that my mistake was as much ,maybe if I haven't had said anything wrong about her without any proof things would have been different.
I wouldn't had to go through so much.

She could have become a source of happiness..She was learning and I was the person who ruined it ..

"I am sorry to sehar I shouldn't have judged you or your actions forgive me "

"I was trying to look out for my.baby sister but in the way I chosed was utterly wrong ".

"We cannot protect our loved ones by hurting others" I am sorry I lowered my gaze

"No no You do not have to be sorry Areesha for what I did is far more crucial. please don't embarrass me by saying that."

"There, there was something much more which I told your mother to let her believe that it wasn't just letters" she confessed.

"Please don't ask me that or else I would never be able to make an eye contact with you please just forgive me" she pleaded with teary eyes.

Although curious and confused about her said words ,I chose d to let it go

"I forgive you sehar and I wish for you to do the same" I murmured

"Please don't ashame me "she hugged me once again and I gladly returned

"Friends" she whispered with uncertainty

"Friends" I smiled with a small nod.

"You are the best believe it or not Umar is one of the luckiest person to have you "

"And this is for you she took out a wrapped box from her purse "

"You didn't have to sehar ,good words are the most special gift as it is "

"No open it I.made me it myself"she insisted

Seeing her excited eyes ,I obliged peeling the shiny paper steadily revealing an elegant frame containing my engagement picture at side with a written quote beside it.

May Allah never let your shine dim ,and may you always bloom like a flower that you are spreading fragrance of love all over...

Your a star that leaves a little sparkle wherever it goes..

I hope I will remain in your precious murmurs...I really hope so ..I am sorry

My eyes teared up as I read her words ,glancing at her I embraced her once again forgetting every differences that we ever had.

"That's to much sehar I am not as what you describe" I explained but she shushed with her love filled words winning my heart with her soft gesture

Every person has a seed of kindness,for it to grow into fruitful plants you need to water the right side...with advice and appreciation,otherwise the loneliness and discouragement will only turn the seed to grow weeds...which tangle everyone in it's thick roots of dust...

Be wise ,and forgive ,repent and move on.that's a story of a successful person

****

The setting of the raised sun ,invoked in me flutter of hope ,assuming his arrival by the dawn..

I had been pampered and taken care off so much that I assume even the room.next to me is filled with the fragrance of fresh lilies as me ..

From washing my hair with pure milk filled with a slight pour of sandal, to scrubbing my face with all the natural herbs included a natural scented musk ..I have had a major make over that even my hands deny to acknowledge my same soft skin which has now become softer than a velvet..

I flunged my shiny hairs aside ,marvelling it's new texture in front of the mirror

The Rosey glow on my cheeks enhanced my colour yet a thousand times more.as I blushed remembering their horrible teases during the interval..

I felt like a completely different person..

"May be it would have been a great idea if they left for honey moon on the very first night .".Annie pointed bringing me out of my daze

"You are right ,I can't keep my eyes off her and knowing Umar.,how would he.."Hina api orated with a not so innocent smile

I frozed for a second.but moved away from the mirror ,trying to ignore their mischievous eyes knowing very well they have started again.

"Where are you going darling Umar is yet to arrive" sana winked closing the door shut as I gave her pleading look.

"You know we have packed your stuff and I personally made sure there is everything you need" kiran api pulled me on the chair braiding the open feings

"I could pack on my own" I mumbled.dreading the moment I will come across their choice ,which they made sure to give me a glimpse of in the morning

"Now- now we didn't wanted our.bride to get exhausted and. It was our utmost pleasure" she tucked it back with a glittery pin as I looked down fidgeting with my fingers personally reminding myself to 're pack everything....but the only problem was how '?

"Thinking of that don't you want to know how your husband is ?" Annie wiggled her eyebrows

"He is doing fine though he has got high fever and was on the bed whole day" they sadly sighed

. "What? how ,! he shouldn't have left I told him" , I incoherently mumbled but froze realizing the quietness in the room ,gazing at their mirtful eyes, I gaped as they burst out in laughter

"We know the wife is.missing someone special but girls let's stop here ,out now! let her sleep tomorrow is one of the most awaited ceremony plus the arrival of someone very close to Areesha's heart" they giggled

"Stop" I groaned as blew away kisses waving at me making me smile

Two.days

it's been two agonizingly extended days of my life ..although I was kept busy at all times ,but my heart still made me count every second of the existing hour apart from him.

My mobile was hidden away,so was any other means through which I could get any news of his well being,and it took every ounce of self control to avoid asking phuphee very well knowing my cousins and their teases. which will.never end..,

Wonder how his days had been ..did he missed me as much ? Or.I am the only one feeling void deep inside

I remember a saying

A day without a beloved is that of thousand.furnace nights and the day in the company of beloved is a million lit smiles ..

His love filled endearments compels me to stay awake  whole night..yet his passion filled.promises makes me patient enough to wait for him apart hundred miles...

This is a unique philosophy of love ,yet the longed feeling caged with prayers and patience gives it an essence of something deep that has enough power to invoke the other from the depths of passion..making him realize there is someone thinking of him waiting for him.

What she didn't knew was on the other side Umar had been close to explode due to his anger ,what could anyone expect when he was low on his doze of love ...
Which was to hear her melodic voice ,at least for once in two days...

"Areesha do you need anything darling" kiran api placed fresh flowers on my side table

"No api" I smiled in response removing my jewelry

"Okay than let's talk come here" she patted beside her

"Oh I forgot wait I need to prepare the guestroom for Amir ,kiran api.chided suddenly

Kissing my cheek she bid me farewell while I sat there ,all the colors already drained away.

The door shut close indicating that I am now alone yet my heart thuded with uncertainty..

That dream once again overpowering my senses.And jumped hearing the harsh night roar amongst the houses .

With shaky hands I closed the harshly gliding curtains praying for umar's well being as I tried to diminish the scary feeling away..

He is coming..

my dream...?

Please let him come back soon I mumbled looking at the dark sky my heart drowning with a dreadful feeling

"Areesha beta" granny whispered with a gesture making sure no.one is around the vast decorated room.

"Yes gran;'I was pulled towards her room in a jinx as she closed the door behind handing me her phone

"Umar will call in few seconds talk to him and don't let others know " she winked patting my head as I gave a gratefull smile and she left the room.

Seconds passed into minutes as I anxiously passed granny's elegant room biting on my lips more than once ,and suddenly jolted feeling the vibration of the phone

Seeing the awaited name flash on the mobile brightened my smile as I answered the call

"H h hello Assalam o alikum" I mumbled clearing my dry throat ,as my ear rings blinged with the screen

"Where were you ,? Where is your phone ? Did you forget I would be waiting to talk to you?" He bombarded me with eager questions ,as his enraged voice echoed through the phone raising goosebumps

"I erm actually, they took my phone" I tried to explain softly as I heard his irritated sigh

"I will see them when I come" he muttered as I bit my lip conflicted  whether  defending them now would be a good idea or not

"How are you ?" He asked bringing me out of my thoughts

"Fine ! how about you?" I murmured

"Terrible ,without you Areesha, your Umar is terrible" he confessed as I lowered my head reflecting upon his heart striking words

"Will you.be returning home.by tomorrow ?"

"Why are you so formal ?" He.dodged my question

"I am.being normal Umar you are not in a good mood.I"

"I know ! I didn't planned to stay away from you and here I was deprived to even hear your voice".He grumbled making me chuckle

"I will wait for you" I said after a moment of silence

"I can't wait to hold you in my arms and ..

"Okay bus" I intruded embarrassed hearing his grave chuckle

"Why Mrs Umar are you by any chance shy ! I mean it was after all you who said will be waiting"his taunting words melancholy played with my senses

"I meant the other way "

"I  have only one way and by now you should know it , but no worries though, I will refresh your memory in.no time" his promising dialect raised the beats of my heart

"Umar stop" I whined

"Can't a husband flirt with his wife"he chaffed, his grave voice sending chills

"When are you.coming back ?" I changed the topic hearing his knowing laugh

"Tomorrow morning IN shaa ALLAH ,the weather isn't good so we thought to move in the morning besides it's just two hours ride home" he explained as I nodded

"How much did you miss me ?"he asked authoritatively

"I will tell you when you get here" I whispered surprised at my own reply

"I see ,someone has become smarter" came his mischievous reply

"Can't wait darli.......

I perked up from.my seat as I heard sudden crashes on the other side elevating my heartbeats to an abnormal level.

"Umar ?"

"Umar ! "My breaths quickened.As I heard no reply

"Umar" I chanted on the phone over and over again

And the line went dead.

Tears stung my eyes as I dialed the number with my now numb fingers only to.receive a negative response

"Ya Allah please let him be safe" I murmured scared

The thoughts of Amir's arrival ,the dream,and the crash fatigued the mind playing horribly with my feelings terrifying my heart of the outcome

Please be safe I mumbled dialing his number without a stop ..

After agonizingly long minutes of trying I threw the mobile away hiccuping with frightened tears as I got up to call granny.but stopped hearing the bell.

My heart raced as I ran towards the fallen device picking it up without a delay

"Hello Areesha ,my phone fell sorry to keep you awaiting it took longer to assemble" he complained , I closed my eyes in relief savoring the rhythm of his grave voice as I thanked Allah over and over again after hearing his safe voice.

"Areesha?"

"Hmm "

"Why are you crying what happened"

"Umar" I murmured afflicted after a pause of second

"Yes my love"he answered softly

"Please come home" I chocked as there was a complete silence on the other side,depicting like he was reading my heart through my irregular breaths.

"I am coming",he orated after a minute of silence soothing my traumatized nerves

It was a message of love ,hidden behind her soft voice of care...And for him her slight whimpering voice was enough ,to leave everything behind...

***\

I bowed down hearing the harsh voices of the rigorous night ,seeking help from Allah for more things than one .

Precious hue of white eveloped me as I finished my prayer spreading my hands beneath the 7 heavens..still hearing the crackles of  drops

It had been good few hours since our talk and I had been restless every second to see him in front ,thinking about my demand I do feel selfish realizing the weather outside wasn't even close to good frightening me of his well being and knowing he should have been home till now .

From pacing the backyard,to standing near the window I did my best to stay calm but nothing helped .And how could it even ? When I searched in the wrong place all along..

Bowing down to the creator of peace ,is what helped me soothe .And With content heart I poured out my every feeling,every desire in front of the Lord who loved me more than 70 mothers
Sharing my every worries to him.

Please bring him and Dani back safe ya wadud..

Now when you have lighted my heart with his Love unite us with your blessings making our pair last till jannah I prayed with closed eyes my as my hearty whispers echoed around..

Hastily walking inside the house the door was shut closed as Dani glared once more grumbling due to tiredness ,

"My hairs are wet !!"

"I am sleepy!!"

"We could come in the morning" he whined for the umpteenth time ,while Umar just dismissed him towards his room his eyes searching a pair of shiny orbs to soothe his longed heart.

Raving his hands through his slight wet hairs he jogged towards the stairs not bothering to switch on the lights of a peacefully sleeping house .not before warning Dani of the same .

Standing outside her room he took a deep breath opening the slight ajar door in a slow pace not desiring to disturb her if she is asleep which seemed so as the lights were switched off with just the glow of fairy lights decorating her dim room.

Seeing an empty bed his gaze maneuvered her room till it landed on a precious girl on the prayer mat her hands towards the sky as she constantly whispered in her soothing voice.his lips tilted up in gratitude ,folding his arms on his chest he just relished the bliss he was experiencing deep in his heart seeing her pray for him .It was something he always dreamt of but never knew he would actually live it this early.

His heart prayed for her while her lips for him as they both were lost somewhere in each other.for a long pace away from the clutches of time

Deciding to make his presence known he silently sauntered towards her, sitting beside  at a little distance wishing to still watch her, with being unknown but her stance going rigid indicated him to reveal himself before she gets scared.

"Ameen" he had whispered close  and.,her eyes flew open
with a slow move she ever so slowly tilted her head finally meeting his anticipating eyes as her eyes grew a little in surprise

"I am home" he opened his arms with a little smile and without a second thought she was in the protection of those strong arms which were her shelter from the harsh world.

In the dark night of last hours they sat their for a while without a word just enjoying the peace which they felt only being together.

"Missed you my love" he tightened his hold hiding her in one of the most safest confines..

The lightening lessened,so did the harsh voices spreading serenity across the city ,where two beloved just met after days enough to fill void in their love filled hearts But now as they met ,it was just the reunion of happiness with love..

"Umar" her soft voice called as he responded.

Getting out of his embrace she gazed deep in his eyes while he relished the beauty of her noor filled face whose glow astonished him to some extent,she was shining like a star admist the dark horizons brightening his being more than a moon..

"I love you" ....her melody in the hush night played with his senses leaving him with no words..while her shiny orbs still were fixed on his sharp ones..

It didn't contained any fancy arrangement around them to enhance the special moment but it was far more magical and peculiar in it's own elegant way....where she admitted her feelings flowing in his love potioned eyes..in the last hours of nights where the dawn encompassed the darkness to brighten the world...where she sat on the prayer mat in his arms..

It was a pure confession of love surrounded with the blessings of their lord..

His feelings had no boundaries to evaluate what he felt nor his emotions knew how to react to the words his ears waited lifetime to hear...

He tugged her closer towards the window as he sat her upon it without removing his eyes off her ...Her lips trembled due to her sudden confession while her being shivered due to his closeness

The blooming roses outside the window shyed away showering happiness through their fragrance...peeking at their sacred moment time to time praying for their love to bloom

He inched closer ... fascinated by her already crimson cheeks ,and hesitant eyes which seemed unsure of his motives ..He didn't tell how much she was missed or how her words affected him but he made sure to show it in his own way...

And without any words she understood not only that how much she was missed,but how her words were accepted by his heart with full gratitude..

The glass behind them misted itself with the Cold fog hiding their small moment from the eyes of the world as the lamp shaded their faces with just light glows enveloping them in a mystical atmosphere.

Without a word he sheltered her in his arms picking her up as he placed her on the warm.bed covering  with the blanket ..closing her eyes with his warm hands..

Although he didn't cared but he knew as the dawn was approaching the house will bustle with many guests and relatives and he best knew than to make their relation a murmur of gossip..

She wanted to stay awake ,ask him about his journey,talk to him all that she wanted to but the fact she was extremely shy and last night after a hectic day had exhausted her beyond  measure..And after the sudden peace his arms provided, her eyes closed with calmness yet he stayed their for as long as he could, never weavring a glance away from her face..still somewhere reliving her words over and over again..

And for the first time he was hesitant to ask her to orate it again concluding she may take it back or it being just the fault of his ears....but his heart assured what his mind couldn't

She was his life line..

Placing a lingering kiss on her forehead he left closing the door behind while his heart stayed behind

****

My emerald green dress glittered with every flutter of movement ,along side clunking glass bangles associated with every gentle gesture of a hand..while my silver long ear rings glimmered raising goosebumps with its each touch to my warm skin.

still in.a daze ,of what conspired in the early morning, I bit my lip flushing at the memory

I did not just do that my heart peeked through the curtains of past ,reviving it's boldness coying a way from its said words

But my lips involuntarily curved in a shy smile recalling his words,and special moments which he created making sure to be etched for a life time with a slight shiver which passed every time I thought about it.

Finally brushing away the beautiful memory my gazed roamed around the room which was was filled with aromas of different flowers which embellished every inch of my now temporary room.

Each whiff comprised of an enticing natural scent fluttering my heart with its active freshness..

I was seated on the royal red dressing seat, with phuphee and granny adorning me with the precious jewels placed in the exclusive velvet box, as everyone waited downstairs after perfecting my looks for the function.

My ponderous dress flowed with every move as granny enclosed the delicate gold necklace with pure gentleness ,kissing my head as she praised me with her gratifying words , my head bowed with a small blush

"May no evil eyes catch you" phuphee smiled setting my veil as I stood up to head out .while granny held my hand supporting me with a praise every now and than.And we descended down the decorated stairs hearing small chirps and gasps with the excited squeals but I never lifted my lowered gaze .

"We will take her from here" hina api gently helped me towards the flower crowned sofa  with pearl rims at the edges giving a special aura around..

"MA shaa ALLAH the.bride is beautiful"

"Yeah see the glow on her face"

"Areesha Umar is impatient to get just a small glimpse of his beautiful wife" Annie whispered near my ear as she pretended to set my veil.giving me a wink as red glow creeped towards my cheeks..

. The roof of the pompously lit hall was adorned with delicate chandeliers and hanging strings of elegant flowers.

The function comprising of only girls  ,who one by one came on the stage complimenting and blessing me with there prayers along with offering a sweet on every visit

A little hussle emerged aside the door, but the girls hastily locked the heavenly embellished hall giggling in response..

"It's time to apply mehndi on your beautiful hands" Annie chirped taking my hand in hers ,while mehndi artist did the same with other , all the girls gathered around singing and giggling with teases here and there, all in one team to embarrass me with their quirky talks and winking murmurs.

But if keeping aside all those wild teases ,and bold advices ,there was a newborn glint of dreams resided deep in my heart attached solely to his pledges.,
That with every engrave of design in my hands ,my heart fluttered with thousand beats reminding me of a special person for whom my hands were being filled...And without a doubt it was one of the most special feelings I felt.

"Make her stay away from the groom  we never know ,the possibilities of him whisking her away are quite high,  I have heard he is head over heels in love with her" a girl chirped making everyone nod as they gave a knowing look

"He is that type of lover who could break away any boundaries when it comes to her" they winked reminding me of his many acts which just left me hues of red glint

"Oh, how could he compensate any interruption now ,after all he loved her since childhood."zari api narrated making me shift a little at their squeals

"That's a long period of patience,do you think he will let us meet her after marriage" sehar faked a gasp

"For few years, just forget she even existed,maybe after 4 or 5 children he will" hina api  shrugged as my eyes enlarged at her casualty seeing them stifle their laugh at my reaction.

"Or maybe he will cage her in the island far far away all to himself" Annie coughed as I shot her a look

"Totally agree, and have you guys seen him..I am sure they are going to have gorgeous children" the other spoke as they giggled making me hide in embarrassment.

And they had absolutely no clue of what I was going through inside

"Areesha darling to survive with a man like him you will have come out of your huge  blanket of shyness" a neighbor winked as I pursed my lips flushing as they continued to tease me

"You know   girls ahm our groom has demanded something" kiran api caught all the attention as my eyes pleaded hers

Smirking she made her way to the hinna artist,

"Write his name in the heart of the palm big enough to be easily seen" she loudly whispered to the artist, as the hall filled with loud squeals and laughter making my toes curl in shyness

My veiled head now was low ,my hands on either side ,with me seated on the flowerly crowned sofa .

"You look stunning sweety,might i add more than enough to ...  "

"Hina apiii" I whispered.desperate making them laugh as she kissed my cheeks leaving her sentence incomplete making me sigh in relief

A  loud flashy knock echoed across the vast hall spreading mischievous smiles on everyone's faces...alarming my senses of his arrival

"Who is it ,? " Annie chirped pinning the crystal clip to my veil

"The most awaited guests" came an ostentatious voice

"What do you mean by that ,it's   completely a ladies function ,you all can use the other hall."

"Ugh !! It's daniyal open up" ,he ordered  making them snicker hearing his irritated voice as some stood up to cover themselves .

,"Ooho, Whose with you dani ? "Annie asked flauntingly

"Not the person you are afraid off" he laughed

"Liar we thought you were on our side "the girls feigned

"I am not lying come on open up, I want to see how Areesha looks" he chirped but a loud "ouch" made everyone chuckle leaving no secret of who was with him.

My head lowered with a shy smile knowing very well that a certain person was along him who had captured my heart

"Not going to happen ",they answered confident

But little did they knew that the boys  were all groomed up ready to have fun ,and their was no stopping them.

After few minutes of serene silence, the jingle of keys touched the locked door making the girls gasp as they signaled each other, commencing golden net curtains from.both sides  parting Areesha from rest of the hall under the glitter of a beautiful barrier.

And the door  flew open with  group of boys supporting victorious smile ...

"Umar , Couldn't  you wait just an hour more for your bride,  we were going to open the door after the traditional ceremony"they grumbled while they appreciated his attire through their praising eyes.

"Exactly, she is my bride so I don't have to wait or  take permission to see her" he replied smoothly while words of his produced butterflies inside someone..

"That's so not fair go out and let us Finnish :

"We will not take orders it's a combine ceremony" they argued.while umar's gaze was fixed on the sheer gold curtain behind which was the person his heart wanted while his eyes seeked.

The plush marble hall was now filled with friendly arguments and brewing challenges both of the teams not ready to.back out.

"You all are to clever ",they indicated eyeing  the curtain.

"If you want to see her ,work  for it otherwise that curtain will remain closed and you all can't dare to open it as there are other girls present.".sana smirked

Their group confidently sat opposite to the concealed stage on decorated cushions draped with sheets of silk and enhanced by trays of  glass bangles along with mehndi and flowers..

"I must say brother you look handsome" Annie eyed Umar with apprehension.And it was true his personality shined throughout the hall

"He literally spent hours to look this handsome for her I promise" dani chimed,making them laugh getting a hard look from Umar but there was a girl whose heart definitely fluttered hearing the confession.

Many girls left towards the lounge taking a hint to a start of a family function as they all laughed along side with quirky remarks.

"Come on what will you do to get a glimpse of your beautiful wife" they taunted as his eyes roamed all around the curtain getting glimpse of green glitter and gold beats ,yet her being still hidden from his desperate orbs..

"Sing for her" Annie clapped her hands in mirth.eyeing his broad form making sure it wasn't to much

"Yeah excellent if you all want that curtain to part away do it "they all  challenged the boys in excitement.

yet two hearts apart but still close waited to see each other ,for the moment they shared in the morning was to short to satisfy their longed eyes and awaiting hearts.

After a laughable session of bickering it was decided dani will sing  ,silencing the whole cordial as he cleared his throat.while they both were brought back from  dream land with a rather teasing way ,as they waited to meet each other.

"This is from Umar to Areesha" he announced starting in his surprisingly amazing voice...

The song is only vocals no music so you all can listen to it.making sure to leave feedback for dani

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRB8Y-jyJJM

It was a moment where everyone was lost somewhere in the wordings of the sung melody ,dedicating it to their beloved from eyes to hearts..

The girls were in awe as they praised him making the boys smug at their task ,while  heart of Areesha paced a little wildly hearing umar's words after it...

"Would you dedicate those words to her" a girl asked Umar..

"It's for only her to  know " he had answered with passionate eyes

"Let me see my wife now" ,he demanded confident

"Not so easily,she is far more precious,besides we want something more like I am sure  you wouldn't have come empty handed" zari said.

And it was a true guess after pestering a little more Umar had taken out a  baby pink velvety  box revealing a unique pendant with engraved wordings quoting "princess" with gold lining..

"Awww" they cheered excited praising the ornament in many ways while the boys teased Umar which he pay no heed to.

"Now one more thing before you:

Umar stood up cutting Annie's words ,he  had enough ,he wasn't going to sit for even a second more ,he had to do what his heart wants and at that time it wanted only her..

"Hey you can't go there stop!!" the girls barricaded the front making them halt .

"We will let you see your princess" they promised knowing there was no other way now ,the sudden eclipse in umar's eyes was the promise to it

While he stood at some distance from the flowered stage gazing at the golden net veil...

Her heart raced ,his heart drummed as both of their beating organ methodically rhythmed for each other ,there feelings gliding on a string of love strong enough to tie them  together forever..

The veil glided from both sides ,clearing the view ahead ,and for a second his heart leaped seeing the beauty midst the slight glittery net curtain...

Her shaded eyes lowered ,hands filled with henna of their union,lips trembling assuring her nervousness.,
just like a delicate rose between strings and bouquets of flowers.claded in a heavy green and golden dress she resembled his princess,his love and only his wife

He took a deep breath ,waiting  for her enchanting eyes to meet his.as a bunch of giggles and teasing whistle brought him out of her capturing trance

"Where were you lost Mr Umar shah" Asad bhai inquired , he smiled shaking his head as he looked again at his beauty.

"Please Areesha grant our brother a glance of your precious eyes ,he has waited enough" bilal Bhai grinned.

Her shy eyes lifted with covering of red glow alongside her cheeks ,but as the golden orbs met the dark ones they shined reading the messages of his heart and soon shyed away with a smile on lips leaving everyone in grins..

Umar himself lowered his head rewinding the moment ,tilt of his lips permanent on his handsome face.

Her heart raced ,as she got a glimpse of his advancing form, making her part her lips slightly to release a breath of nervousness.

But she to glowed remembering the promises  his eyes hinted ,and one look at him took her breath away ,his broad form fitted in golden sherwani with a slight gold pipping of elegance to compliment her attire.

Her hesitant gaze lifted upwards ,seeing him climb the decorated stairs of stage his eyes only on her ,and before a second moment she was helped to stand as he neared standing just in front of her fragile form..covering her delicate being from the  rest .

Standing close he didn't uttered a single word yet  when his complimenting gaze met hers after he took deep analysis from head to toe making her blush till  toes...,his intimidating form making her more anxious

"You can sit aside if you are done admiring your wife "dani chimed between them as they seated side by side but on different sofas courtesy of their cousins to make him suffer he thought.

Soon sweets were presented to enlighten their taste buds which they were forced to feed each other .

With a smug smile Umar picked up a sweet nearing her lips ,but dani pulled away his hand as soon as her lips parted

"This is an exquisite sweet by my brother's hand ,say one line about his personality to savour it "he grinned as Areesha licked her lips internally praying dani to change his mind .but not only him everyone was persistent to hear her remarks even Umar ,who had just one plan in mind to whisk her away..

"Okay fine let's make it easy for you how does he look praise him in one word" Asad bhai orated making dani huff.

"Great" came a soft  murmur after few seconds as they halted in surprise but  whistled as they got the point teasing Umar which had no affect on him yet his insides had a huge impact hearing her sweet voice.

"What?we didn't hear Can you repeat it again" dani chirped earning her annoyed look as they laughed ,and the sweet was brought to her lips this time allowing her to take a bite which Umar made sure to eat it just after earning coughs of girls ..

"Now Areesha your turn and we have the same condition Umar come on say a word about your bride"  Hina api feigned all eager to hear his remarks as he never openly praised her in front of any one

"Yes ,yes" Annie leaned in with excitement

"How does our darling looks Umar?" Kiran api urged

"She!" he stopped glancing at her as everyone waited for his words yet she fidgeted with her fingers

"She looks mine" he answered confident as they groaned complaining him of lack of praise but little did they know that his lips concealed many for later .

And with that elders came starting the ceremony with giving there blessings to both the couple's everyone's teasing on its place when needed ,  blush never leaving her cheeks..

It was a new turn in the book of her life and only she knew how this day will be engraved in it's pages as his name was engraved on her hand with feelings she felt on every applied layer of henna for him ,it was magical for her in every possible way..

****
Taking highly cautious steps Areesha was ascending the lit stairs towards the roof ,keeping a watch at her surroundings .
She had eased herself from all the heavy jewels , except for  bangles, which tinkled as she motioned ,with that her dress whose shine brightened her surroundings.
It was the first time she breached anyone's rule just for him.as she recalled how he had softly claimed to meet him on the roof when they were being part after the ceremony, without getting a chance to talk properly.

While on the other hand umar made sure to keep  watch at her baby steps, just in case for safety ,as he  observed her from the area  opposite to the roof's  entrance.

He smiled at her anxious flight,  fondly marvelling her beauty in every step she took towards him..his folded hands  now parted ,as he moved towards the door to welcome his beauty..

Moderately, with deep emotions, their awaiting eyes met each other sending peace to their hearts ,which flowed with love in every pump of its life..

His large hand safely helped her In closing the glass door behind...The trail of lighted path she left behind now confined opposite to the closed door.

They now stood close , beneath the shelter of fairy lights which adorned the roof top  ,giving it a theme of.castle made.up.of lights

Not only that ,but every inch of the roof was decently decorated , with pastel ribbons and flowers being the main ornaments.

"Welcome sweetheart" his hand slowly encircled her waist bringing her more closer , her glass bangles clicked in the darkness of the hushed night.,as she steadied her self with a support of his shoulder,while he made sure to leave no distance making her visibly tremble.

Her eyes searched his trying to float on the boat of affection it showered yet his bold actions distracting her every attempt

"You look gorgeous " he murmured slightly removing her light beaded veil landing it on her shoulder, as she tried to back away in bashfulness,but he was quick to retrieve her small form hiding her in his arms ,as he massaged her now open hairs with closed eyes , making sure to cherish every moment breathing in her scent of fresh flowers .

"Why this zulm on me" he backed away narrowing his eyes on her as she shook her head in response of his hidden meaning, her hairs gliding smoothly in slow breeze coming from the vast mountains hidden under the blanket of moonlight.

while her smile brightened the whole world ..his world that is

"Umar" she mumbled her voice soothing his heart with beaded rims of dress glimmering in darkness.

"Hmm" his grave voice initiated butterflies in her stomach.along with his intense gaze which never wavered

"Thank you" her fervent voice reached his ears,slightly lifting her hands she indicated towards her wrist which was crowned with his gift making him smile.

"You are my princess" he held her wrist placing a delicate kiss making her shudder,his lips tilting impishly as she pulled away within a second.

Her shy eyes being the witness of his affection at that moment.

She was too delicate for her own good he thought studying her hands and was delighted to see his name beautifully engraved between the hearts..

"This was the most amazing gift of tonight" he pointed at her hands where his name was craved with love  and you are the most special one " he added his intimidating form making sure to never let fultters.of  butterflies leave her form.

"A day more" he vowed , giving her a secret message of love as she looked away giving the winds a chance  to hear his grave laughter.

They talked a little their low voices being heard by the cold winds as they painted another sweet memory in the book of their reunion.

"I have to leave now" her voice concerned ,she placed her hands on his shoulder glancing at his frowning face trying to make him understand the situation where she had to leave knowing there could be Any one waiting for her in the room.

Cupping his cheeks with her one hand she smiled as he relaxed ,it was bold move from her side and she had no idea why ,and how she did that but one thing she was sure of it felt amazing

standing on her tip toes she leaned near his  right  cheek but halted closing her eyes her breaths laboured,as Umar waited rather impatiently to feel something softer than a feather and leave him in a daze to think about it throughout the night..but it never happened,she felt to shy at the moment and coyed away .hastily moving far away to.run .

"Oh no ms Areesha not so easily" he said griping her hands  halting her movements as he ever so slowly came near her from behind encircling his hands around her caging her from every side possible ,clackles of bangles waking the sleeping night.

"Umar" she warned in a whisper but he payed no heed grazing his lips against her soft cheeks making her suck in her breath.

"If you can't finish what you intended let me do the owners" her turned her around not giving any chance for her to speak as he sealed a vow of affection between them making sure to relish it .

"I am still waiting for you to show me how much I was missed" he had whispered after  saying a good bye shortly as the voices shifted downstairs.....but not before making sure she is safely inside her room.

Umar wanted her to repeat those three words again,that she murmured in the awakening of a beautiful day  to reassure his heart of what he heard, but thought otherwise due to a certain time he had fixed to ask her

She was practically breathless ,her heart thudding in her heart as she placed her hands on the wildly beating heart ,her veil falling on the plush floor ...

The affect of his being on her was something so new , making her experience something beautiful yet enough to shake her form to  the extent.

And just like that the last ceremony before their eternal reunion went by with both of their hearts content their thoughts graciously captured by eachother.

Whisper to me intimately like a lover, for tenderness is rare in this world. It is difficult to convey the magic of love to those who are made of dust.

Rumi❤️

Assalam o alikum wa rahmatulahi wa barakatuhu

How are you all readers doing ?

How was the looooooong chapter,

Did you like their moments

What about their cousins

I know it's been long sorry but life had been really hectic.And this was a bit hard chapter to write.

It had to be the last chapter but I had many things to cover and I couldn't make it more longer so there will be a second part to it IN shaa ALLAH.

And I have been getting many many requests regarding their exclusive chapter after the wedding I would just say let's see maybe ;-) or may be just the epilogue ..what do you prefer more

I would be looking forward for your amazing feedback on the chapter:-)

Stay blessed,keep smiling

Remember me in your duas

Allah hafiz