She didn't ask for money or wealth or even a well known position!
She asked for a family who cares for her, appreciates her hard work and loves her.
He didn't ask for anything except revenge from his past and he didn't find anyone to act the role...
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||Chapter Twenty Two ||
Lasanga With Extra Secrets
The feeling of satisfaction was what quelled Nour's soul. She needed a swift in her life. She never lived with having all this drama prowling around her. She felt different. It was the only avoidance and distraction that left her minding her family business away. As she knew that her parents were about to arrive. She let the bird in her fly for a while away from the prison they made her live in without knowing what she did or what she committed. Moving forward with the plan was what she wanted. She permitted her mind to rest letting her soul be free and her body breathe.
It was new for her when someone started unlocking his deep secret to her. She was always judged and cowardly escaped social gatherings in addition to being terrified of being bullied or undesirable. She always spelled the beans to her diary, her most loved and dearest one to heart. She never dared to speak with another person wholeheartedly about what she deeply felt. Contrarily, with Hamza, she felt independent and acceptable. Others trusted her with their lost keys and it was meant for her to find them and unlock the sealed doors. Being trustworthy she was, made her urges endured with no going back. She was becoming the person she dreamt to be. Almost!
The energy in her was drained, yet she had to make it to Mariam as she promised. She was leading the road with her steps, steady and smooth. Illiterate she was with Google maps, she seeks help. Lost she was, the streets were empty and there was no one to plead guidance. The buildings were identical and the streets were similar. There were no special spots that could ask Mariam to pick her up from. She was about to head back to where she was when she squinted at a female figure and with every step she approached, her blonde hair was the first thing Nour recognized. It was Carla.
Nour saw Carla flashing her a smile while Carla shouted to her "You were lost, physically and mentally? " She then burst into laughter. Nour neared her and shook hands while replying sarcastically. " I was notified in one day that Mariam has departed from her family and she moved on to a new apartment to live on her own and surprisingly befriend a roommate she barely knows, no offense, my dear, but I have the right to panic and this roommate, You, is indeed one of our classmates and I was the last one to know that! Don't expect me to dismiss all these. Mariam owes me an explanation. A long one! " Carla listened and tried hard to hold her laughter, it was strange for her to see Nour talking firmly like that and tutoring and scolding Mariam behind her back.
"Move on, Mum. Let's go." It was Carla's last words before she dragged Nour and she in return followed her like a lost puppy.
"Hey, welcome to my new home." Mariam squeezed while jumping towards Nour and deepened the hug. She was about to crush her bones any minute. When Mariam pulled apart, Nour had the chance to have a look at the house with more focus. She mentioned her admiration for the central fireplace. But then without moving any further she left her eyebrows and crossed her arms while grumbling " A lot of change occurred that I couldn't cope with. We have a lot to talk about, you know."
Mariam surrendered and took a step back but approached Nour and hit her playfully in her arms while justifying" As if I am the only one who keeps secrets. You never told me about your scheme. You and Hamza, duh!"
Nour was about to respond until Mariam interrupted her and dragged Nour behind her." let's discuss that while preparing dinner in the kitchen. I made you a lasagna with extra mozzarella cheese topping it. Your mouth is watering already. I can sense it. Carla, get the table ready."
"Roger that, cap" Carla answered back chuckling while nearing her wrist beside her head.
Some ding and dang with the dishes and there was no sound other than water falling from the sink. Nour sensed some tension and pressure. She wanted to start a conversation, but she didn't find the shore. She found herself asking herself directly. " Mariam, are you hiding something, I came here to check on you. What's happening? You know you can tell me. Is it about Jeff? We can figure it out together. I promise."
Mariam laid down what was in her hand and looked at her." It's fine, Nour. Really, and it is not about Jeff. Never was. " She retorted after sighing while grabbing the same dishes she previously put down. Nour was calm, trying to scan her friend's attitude. She is not speaking up and she wasn't used to it. She made it clear that everything would be fine but it didn't come out as expected. Out of a sudden, Mariam uttered the weirdest question ever, completely irrelevant to their topic. " Would you still love me after revealing who truly I am? Accepting is the right word, I think. " She corrected herself while gazing into Nour's eyes. Mariam was like a lost bird searching for her own nest. She needed a place where she can feel safe and not targeted.
" Mariam, what is this nonsense? You know I will always be by your side and support you in every decision. " Being ambiguous she was, she admitted with no hesitation. She didn't deny that she couldn't understand the question or decipher the purpose behind this question. She made her lips sealed and let Mariam do all the speaking. " I fought with my dad, I don't think it will be solved any sooner. That's why I don't want to lose you, too. "
" You can tell me, I can help you" Nour repeated while getting closer to her. Mariam looked away and didn't utter another word. Nour understood that she needed time and there was nothing more precious than time. She gave her a side hug and whispered through her ears. "Mariam, I won't push you to tell me. It's okay. Take your time and open up to me whenever you're ready."
"Thank you, Nour. Thank you for being here. Always. " Mariam was flattered and genuinely smile revealing her gorgeous dimples.
" I am hungry, what took you so long? " Carla shouted and both girls stated rushing insanely totally forgetting that they were supposed to make dinner.
A while ago, all took their seats at the table and Mariam started a conversation and directed it to Nour. "So, about Hamza?" Mariam sensed Nour's worried looks and noticed she didn't want to speak while Carla was presenting with them. Mariam assured Nour "It's okay, you can trust her. She is by our side now."
Nour in return dropped her fork and mouthed with complete disbelief. "You won't believe what I put myself into. I thought it was a game but it turned out to be a living nightmare! "
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