The Arranged Path

Chapter 10

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim

Muhammad's POV

I came out of shower then got dressed and went out to clear my mind. I had just returned from San Francisco and  the first thing I heard was I'm getting married in less than a month.

I don't even know how to feel about the Marriage. Do I like Iman? Yes, I do. Do I love her? That I'm not so sure. I mean, she's beautiful, nice and all but I've always seen her as my sister. I've actually planned on calling her many times since I collected her number but I either get distracted from work or I forget totally.

Right now I'm just driving with no destination in mind so I called Hafiz and told him to meet me in Herios Lounge where we usually meet if we don't want to talk in each others houses or at work.

I parked My car and went to find a booth for us. Few minutes later, Hafiz walked in. He saw me almost immediately and then started walking towards me.

"My gee". He said when he finally reached me. I stood up and we did a bro hug.

"Before you start saying anything, let's order something".  He said.

"You and food". I said shaking my head.

"Don't blame me". He said, waving to a waiter to come. The waiter took our order and left to get it.

"How's Amal?". He asked me smiling.

"Why don't you call her and ask her". I told him.

"That's a good idea". He said bringing out his phone and I snatched it away.

"Duuuudeeee". He protested.

"Are you going to help me or not?". I asked already annoyed.

"Sorry boss, I will help you". He said smiling knowing I hate it when he calls me boss.

The waiter brought our orders. I ordered African salad with chicken broast and a bottle of water while Hafiz ordered French fries with chicken broast and a monster drink.

He's such a foodie!

I finished my food and waited for him to finish his own. After like 3mins he was done.

"Now you can start talking". He said rubbing his stomach.

"So the date has been fixed". I said.

"Date of what?". He asked.

"My marriage". I answered even tho I know he knows what I'm talking about.

"Oh, when is it?". He asked.

"Less than a month from now". I answered.

"I'm happy for you bro". He said and I just stared at him.

"What?". He asked.

"I don't think I'm ready?". I Said.

"What do you mean, don't you like Iman?". He asked.

"I like her but I don't see her as my wife if you know what I mean". I replied.

"I get. But you know it's already destined to happen, you should just accept it as your destiny In Sha Allah everything will be alright". He said.

"You are right. Thanks bro". I said smiling.

"So how are you guys going to do since we are transferring the company to Abuja?". He asked.

"I haven't really thought of that". I said. "She's schooling here, so it's either we stay till she's done since it's her last or she transfers to a school in Abuja". I added.