Book 2 of the Holy Matrimony series
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Qaraabat meaning relationship, vicinity, nearness,affinity.
The story of Yazaan Ibrahim and Warisha Yazaan.
Bound by the beautiful bond of Nikkah.
But,
This was the marriage that was not wanted nor expected...
The story of two individuals who prolong on a journey of trust, friendship and love. A relation that started with an agreement that binds them together.
The story of Maaz Malik and Zafreen Asif.
(Coming out on the first week of July)
Chapter 24
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Author's POV
The wedding bells have begun. The whole house was dressed up like a bride. Lights were hung up, flowers were placed in bunches all around, sitting arrangements were made. Everything was perfect and most importantly the bride and groom were the happiest. Both Yazaan and Warisha on the 7th sky.
Today was the baraat, the whole house was on the move. There was hustle and bustle everywhere. Warisha was getting irritated by her dress every second. She was crappy since the morning, maybe it was just anxiety. She didn't know why her mood was so sour. Her phone rang, making her annoyingly pick it up. The caller was one of the reasons she was more annoyed. Since the functions have started, Warisha has been exhausted with everything. Meanwhile Yazaan was a free bird, he was not in most of the functions, which pissed Warisha off. She ignored it at first but then picked it up after a few more rings.
Warisha: "kya hai?" She asked in a bored tone. (what do you want?)
Yazaan: "Wa alaikum As salam, main bilkul theek hu. Tum batao?" He replied sarcastically. (I'm fine, what about you)
Warisha: "Main pehley hi bohat bure mood may hu, so please don't start." (I'm in a bad mood already, so please don't start)
Yazaan: "Oh my god the great Warisha ka mood kharab hai." Warisha rolled her eyes at his comment. (Oh my god, the great Warisha's mood is off)
Warisha: "Tum samajhte kya ho khud ko?" She retorted. (who do you think you are?)
Yazaan: "Uhm......the man you married." He replied smugly.
Warisha: "oversmart!" she replied which made Yazaan chuckle.
Yazaan: " Anyways...don't let Humza get in the room."
Warisha: "kyun?" (why) she questioned.
Yazaan: "baad mein bataunga" (I'll tell you later) after bidding his farewell Yazaan dismissed the call. At the exact moment, there was a knock on the door. Warisha knew it was Humza so she purposely asked.
Warisha: "kon?" (who?) The door was locked as she had locked it earlier.
Humza: "Warisha wo um......phupo ne bheja hai, tumhey kuch dene ke liye.'' Warisha chuckled at his miserable attempt to lie. (warisha.....aunt has sent me...to give something to you)
Warisha: "baad mein le lungi, i'm a bit busy" she lied and ignored Humza's ongoing attempts to make her open the door. She was sure that Yazaan and Humza must've had a bet on something related to her.
(I'll receive it later, I'm a bit busy)
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It was time for Warisha to make her entry. Yazaan was nervous, it was quite visible. Humza, who was standing a bit behind him, was chuckling silently looking at his best friend. The man was so whipped and he had no idea about it. He still thought it was just an attraction. Dumbass!
Danyal came and stood beside Humza.
Danyal: "yeh bhai ko kya hua hai?" he whispered to Humza.
(what had happened to my brother?)
Humza smirked and then answered in the same tone.
Humza: "pyar hua" (he's in love)
Danyal snickered in response.
The lights dimmed indicating Warisha's arrival. Yazaan felt his breath hitched as he gazed at his wife. He felt the moment stop. It was just the two of them who mattered at the moment no one else. She was looking ethereal. He felt the luckiest man alive at the moment. She was flustered he could tell, she was clenching and unclenching her fingers. She never really liked the attention and at the moment everyone's attention was on her, especially his.
Warisha was a nervous wreck, she hated attention and at the moment all the attention was on her. She could feel people's proud and judgemental gazes. Once again she clenched her fingers and then unclenched them. It was comforting her a little. She hadn't dared to look at Yazaan directly. She was not sure what his reaction would be or how she wanted him to react but it was all a bit too much for her. She looked ahead and saw Danyal and Humza giving her thumbs up which made a smile make its way on her face. Kabir was right beside her, since the past whole he has been behind her like a shadow. It was good to know that she had someone to rely upon.
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The function was in full swing. Everyone was enjoying themselves to the fullest. Humza along with Danyal and Kabir, Yashfa, Zahra, Sumbul and Maliaka were sitting together. It was quite clear who was not welcomed but none had commented upon it. Yashfa suddenly stood up, taking everyone's attention. A woman around her age came and hugged her. Both women squealed in each other's embrace. Humza looked at Danyal, questioning if he knew who she was. Danyal just shook his head in a negative way. Soon Kabir stood up and went to the both girls.
Kabir: "kaisi hai ap Muneza api" (how are you?) he questioned the woman while smiling. Muneza pulled his cheeks, making him groan.
Muneza: "kya haal hai kabir?" (how are you Kabir?) she questioned. The three of them talked for a few minutes, when Danyal cleared his throat asking for their attention.
Yashfa: "yeah right! This is Muneza, a dear friend of mine and Warisha's" She introduced. Everyone greeted each other.
Muneza sat at the empty chair, which was between Yashfa and Humza.
As the night passed Humza found himself invested in Muneza's talks.
