This chapter is dedicated to monstrouszairah
RAHEEM'S POV
How well do you know Nadia?" I questioned Hamzah, my tone unreadable, not caring if I sounded suspicious.
"Umm... pretty well, why?"
"I want her number."
He blinked. "Huh?"
I turned my gaze toward him, face calm. "You heard me."
"Since when do you move like this?" he asked, half-joking.
I didn't respond.
"She's not like the girls you're used to," he added.
"I know," I said simply. "That's the point."
He eyed me. "You're really serious?"
I raised an eyebrow. "Why else would I be asking?"
He sighed, then reached for his phone. "Alright. But don't say I didn't warn you."
My phone buzzed a few seconds later. Nadia 📍
I locked the screen and leaned back.
Let's see if she can handle curiosity.
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NADIA'S POV
The streets were quieter now as I drove home. My playlist was on low, just background noise for my thoughts.
Raheem's face kept flashing in my mind — not in a soft, romantic way... but like a question I couldn't answer.
He barely said anything. Barely looked at anyone.
Except me.
I pulled into my driveway and stepped into the house, quietly shutting the door behind me.
Mum and Dad were still in the living room.
"Salam!" I called out as I kicked off my shoes.
"Wa alaikum salam, sweetheart," Mum answered.
I headed upstairs, changed into my pyjamas, and sat on my bed. I reached for my phone to check socials, but there it was — the notification I'd ignored earlier.
Unknown – 2:40 PM
You looked good today.
My heart paused for a second.
Me – 10:10 PM
Who is this?
Unknown – 10:11 PM
You'll find out soon.
I frowned, fingers hovering.
Me – 10:11 PM
Should I be concerned?
Unknown – 10:12 PM
No. Just curious.
Me – 10:12 PM
You know my name. I don't know yours.
Unknown – 10:12 PM
You will.
That was it.
No threats. No emojis. No playful tone.
Just... controlled silence.
I stared at the screen for a moment. Then locked my phone and tossed it on the bed.
Mum leaned forward slightly. "They're coming tomorrow. For lunch. So you two can meet."
"Wait—lunch tomorrow? Just like that?" I asked, eyebrows raised.
"It's not a wedding," Mum said gently. "It's just an introduction. We thought it would be good for you to meet someone through family. Someone serious. Someone ready."
I crossed my arms. "And you've already said yes?"
"We said yes to a meeting," Dad corrected. "Not a commitment. But you're not a kid anymore, Nadia. You're a woman now. And we want to see you settled — not rushed, but secure."
Mum gave a small smile. "Just meet him. No pressure."
I sighed. "Fine. But if he's weird or if this turns into a setup... I'm faking a migraine."
Dad chuckled. "Deal."
I stood up, rubbing my forehead. "Okay. But don't expect me to dress like I'm going to a wedding."
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A few minutes later, Mum called from downstairs.
I groaned but made my way down.
They were still sitting on the sofa. I sat on the edge of the coffee table in front of them.
"What's going on?"
Mum and Dad exchanged a glance. Then Dad spoke first.
"We received a proposal today. Someone from an old family friend. Very respectful, very serious."
I blinked. "...Sorry, what?"
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Back upstairs, I opened my phone again.
The last message still sat on the screen.
You will.
I bit the inside of my cheek, then opened the group chat.
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Me – 10:24 PM
Okay I have to tell you something wild.
Daya✨ – 10:25 PM
Girl now what?? 😭
Tal😍 – 10:25 PM
This better be tea and not trauma.
Me – 10:26 PM
A random number texted me earlier today. Literally said "you looked good today."
Daya✨ – 10:26 PM
Wait... WHAT?!
Tal😍 – 10:26 PM
That's giving secret admirer lowkey 😳
Me – 10:27 PM
I asked who it was — man said "You'll find out soon."
Daya✨ – 10:27 PM
That's kinda creepy not gonna lie.
Me – 10:28 PM
It didn't feel threatening. Just... blunt.
Tal😍 – 10:28 PM
Okay so what did you say??
Me – 10:29 PM
Nothing else. I locked my phone and ran to my parents like a good daughter. LOL.
Daya✨ – 10:29 PM
LMAOOO pls.
Me – 10:30 PM
Also... side note... I might be meeting someone tomorrow. A proposal thing.
Tal😍 – 10:30 PM
WHAAT 😭😭😭
Daya✨ – 10:30 PM
HELLO?! Why did you lead with the stalker text and not that?!
Me – 10:30 PM
Because priorities 😂
Tal😍 – 10:31 PM
Okay sis WHO is he?!
Me – 10:31 PM
I don't even know his name. Apparently he's from a family friend. I'm just showing up, eating rice, and praying I don't have to act.
Daya✨ – 10:31 PM
You better voice note us during lunch if anything gets spicy.
Me – 10:32 PM
If he's ugly I'm fake coughing and leaving the table. Inna lillahi style.
Tal😍 – 10:32 PM
Sending prayers for his face rn.
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I turned my phone screen off and lay back in bed, the weight of tomorrow sitting on my chest.
I wasn't ready.
But I had a weird feeling...
He was.
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AUTHORS NOTE:
Heyyy Babessss✨
I hope you're all well,I can't believe it's already been awake of Ramadan that's crazy😳. Anyway how is everyone feeling about this chapter? I hope you liked it. What do y'all think is gonna happen tomorrow? And what do you think Raheem is gonna do next? Let.Me know I'm the comments
Till next time XOXO
~ Thatbritishgirl
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