*Sehrish's POV*
"Manha, Wallahi if you don't open the door I'm gonna eat you alive", I spoke a little irritated. "Fine, fine. I'm opening just a second" Manha said. "Now because of you we'll be late." I told Manha. "Look whose being excited" she said while smirking. "Shut up and help me over here" I said. "Just so you know, I'm not excited. I just don't want to be late." Before I could hear what Manha had to say I felt someone shaking me and heard someone speaking but could hear only a few words like "Sarah....late....asking.....NOW!!" I quickly knew to whom the voice belonged. I quickly got up from my bed rubbing my eyes and then heard my mom saying again, "Get to the living room quickly, Sarah is asking for you. HURRY UP!" I was very excited to meet my niece ^_^ But I couldn't go and meet her while I'm in this sleepy state. Then I quickly went to the bathroom to freshen up.
I thought about the dream I had. Allah..I miss Manha so much. I wish I could meet her. We will meet In sha Allah. I thought to myself and quickly wrapped a beige scarf and went to meet Sarah and my munchkin of a niece. Masha'Allah. I could hear familiar voices coming from the living room. One of them belonged to mom, the second one was of Sarah and I knew that I heard one more voice which is sooo familiar but to know to whom it belonged I rushed to the living room and tears of joy filled my eyes to what I saw. "F-Faiza..." I hugged the life out of her. I was so happy to see her. Alhamdulillah. I thanked Allah for this beautiful moment. I broke the hug and Sarah crushed me in a hug. I was really happy to meet my sisters and I now know how much I missed them.
We were just talking about something when I felt someone tugging the end of my dress. I turned and saw Zain. He said "Sehwish Maasi (like mother or aunt), do you have Tom cat in your phone?" I giggled a little at how he said my name and replied to him saying, "Yes, I do sweety." I opened the 'Talking Tom' app and handed him my phone. He was so happy to know that I had that app. I saw him sitting between Zehra and Sofia. I looked at them and they were all smiling and were happy. I loved cute little kids. They are too adorable. Masha'Allah, Alhamdulillah.
We had our dinner and then I made some tea and served it to my sisters and parents. We were just seeing some pictures from the wedding and a few from our childhood. "Look at this one, Sehrish loved chocolates so much that she would hold the chocolate in her for so long that it would melt and then her face and clothes would be covered in a chocolaty mess" my mother said while laughing. I too laughed at the picture of me in which I had chocolate all over my mouth. We spent a few hours just like that. Talking, laughing, teasing and then it was getting late so we all decided to sleep. Zehra said "Maasi, can I sleep with you. Peeessh (Please)." I said "Sure you can." I picked her up in my arms and she giggled and I gave her a kiss on her forehead to which she gave me a sloppy kiss. I put Zehra to bed and then offered my Isha prayer. I couldn't sleep now as I slept for almost 2-3 hours during the day. I liked to read books so I thought to read one until I feel sleepy. So, I took the book "A thousand splendid suns" by "Khaled Hosseni". Before realizing I drifted off to sleep with the book on my face.
*Next day*
After praying Zuhr prayer me and my mom along with both of my sisters were talking about Aunt Mahnoor and her family. Mom said, "You know, I spoke with Mahnoor yesterday and she said that, Saleh might get married soon. He's grown into a good man now. Masha'Allah." She got a little emotional and said, "You never know how kids grow so fast and now look 3 of my daughters are so happily married and soon enough, In sha Allah, even Sehrish might be happily wedded." She had tears filled with tears of joy and then me and both of my sisters crashed her in a hug.
Honestly, even though I liked the idea of marriage I didn't want to go away from my parents. I just couldn't bear the thought of leaving my home. I would miss them too much. But, I know that how much I dislike it eventually that day is going to come. So, I never give it that much of thought.
After the little emotional moment we had. Me and Faiza decided to do a little shopping. I liked shopping just like Faiza did. Sarah wanted to stay with mom and the kids.
We went to a mall near to our home. As we were just shopping I thought of getting Manha a gift. I don't know if we will meet anytime soon but I will give it her when ever we meet In sha Allah. I was searching for something that suits Manha and something which she would love. While searching for the gift my eyes got caught by a pair of beautiful black heels. Manha simply loved heels and black was one of her favorite color. I was happy that I finally found something which she would like. Luckily the heels were of her size. I bought a few hijabs and some other stuff for myself.
When we came back from the shopping it was almost Asr time. My feet were hurting. How much did we walk? No really how much?
After having dinner, I was lying on my bed reading the same book which I read last night. While I was reading it, I thought of calling Manha. I took my phone and then called her.
"Assalaamualaikum, Miss VIP", I said as Manha received the call. She giggled a little and then replied, "WalaikumAssalaam, Alhamdulillah I'm good, Jazak'Allahu Khairan for asking" she said the last part in a sarcastic tone. We laughed at that and then I said, "You know what?! Sarah and Faiza are here for the weekend. Masha'Allah I'm so happy to meet them. These little cute versions of my sister's are playing and running here and there. Oh! How I wish I could meet you." "Hey, don't get all sad now. We will meet soon In sha Allah. Saleh Bhai is going to get married soon and you are already invited just so you know." I curiously I asked, "Masha'Allah, what's my bhabi's name (sister in law)?" "You will get to know everything soon, In sha Allah", she said. I could feel that she was controlling her laughter but I didn't say anything. Then I casually asked "How's everyone at home?" "Yeah, Alhamdulillah everyone is great." I could hear my mom calling me so I quickly said "Manha, I'll talk to you later again soon, In sha Allah. Take care, I love you and miss you. Say salaam to everyone. Ma'assalaama." She said her salaam too and then I ended the call. I went to ask if mom needed something and then she told me, "Could you just make some tea for me and your dad?" I nodded with a smile.
After serving the tea. I went to bed. I was tired and my feet were hurting a lot. Alhamdulillah that I offered Isha earlier, I thought to myself. I was asleep in no time.
That's it for this chapter guys. Do comment, vote and share the story I would really appreciate it. Jazak'Allahu Khairan and Stay blessed :D
