Spontaneous Attachment

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Slightly edited.

It's been a few days since I came back to Nigeria and its feels like I'm alive again after a long time. No more work and early morning alarm. Gosh it feels so good.

Apparently I decided to give my dear friend Iman a visit. She's still unaware of my return and I really can't wait to see her reaction when she sees me.

So I'm currently dressed up in a native wear which consist of atampa gown and veil. I applied lip gloss to my lips and and some kohl then picked up a matching bag and Shoe to complete the look and I'm set.

When I got downstairs Ummi was sitting in the living room with ya Aslam chatting about something.
Ya Aslam is my immediate older brother and also partner in crime.

"I'm off Ummi"
I told her heading to the door

"Come back here where do you think you're going,didn't I tell you that you're grounded until futher notice?"
Ya Aslam's words made me halt in my steps.

I turned around and stared at him with a raised brow "really? Big brother" I said in a mocking tone.

"You want to try me right? Go back to your room madam"

"Ummi,tell him to leave me alone"
I whined at Ummi with a pout

"Aslam,let her be now. She'se's just going Iman's house fah"
Ummi said to him and his eyes brightened at the mention of Iman which instantly got my attention.

"I'll take you there"
He said picking up his keys on the table and standing up to leave but stopped when both me and Ummi kept starting at him.

"What?"

We shared a look with Ummi and started laughing at the same time. I couldn't help but sit on the nearest couch.

"Seriosly,don't tell me you still haven't asked her out"
I questioned and he suddenly looked uncomfortable,looking at everywhere but me and Ummi.

"Ya Aslam it's been....."

"Ke shut up....I need to get something from my room"
He interrupted me and disappeared to his room while we followed him with our gaze.

"I think we should do something,right Ummi?" I asked,feeling worried for my brother.

"Don't mind him,let him man up,babu ruwana" she replied nonchalantly

Ya Aslam is the most shy person amongst us. Even though he got this confident and don't mess with me facade. We all know better and he's been in love with my friend for so long, but couldn't tell her.

"I'll be on my way then"
I told her as I made my way towards the door again.

"My regards to her mom please and drive safely"

"Okay Maa,see you later"

I was so excited to see my friend again after a very long time. Though honestly I don't know if she's going to welcome me cos I left without a goodbye and cut ties with her and every other person.

I suddenly didn't feel so excited anymore and started driving slowly to stall time. Maybe I should just turn around. I quickly decided against that.

I can do this and I'm sure she wouldn't be very mad at me.
Hopefully.

I honked loudly when I reached the gate and the gateman looked through the small gate to see who it was.
I stuck my head out through the window and waved at him.

"Its me,Fauzia. Iman's friend. Do you remember me"
He stared at me for moment before smiling widely and returning back inside the house.

I drove the car inside once he opens the gate and parked at the designated parking lot,which was huge by the way.