Through it All

Chapter 18

Zac awoke to the gentle sounds of light and delicate snores. As he reached for his phone, a soft smile tugged at the corners of his lips. Fatima sleeping peacefully, her hand resting gently on her face. Zac took a moment to study her features in the quiet morning light. Fatima was undeniably beautiful. He admired and took a moment to study her features in the quiet morning light of a room with her mere presence.

Zac found himself utterly captivated by Fatima. Something about her exuded a magnetic charm, drawing Zac to her side day after day. Her presence held an irresistible allure that Zac couldn't resist. On a tranquil Saturday morning, Zac suddenly remembered the handful of errands he needed to take care of. After bidding farewell to Fatima during their FaceTime call, he went to his expansive bathroom to begin his usual morning regimen. Zac got out of the shower of moisturizing his skin and quickly threw on a Nike tracksuit for the day. He grabbed his keys and wallet from the nightstand and went downstairs to the kitchen. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the room as he poured himself a cup, savoring the rich, robust flavor. He opened the refrigerator and plucked a perfectly ripe banana from the fruit bowl. With his coffee in one hand and the banana in the other, he headed out the door to start his day, ready for whatever lay ahead.

Fatima woke up slowly from her peaceful slumber, her eyes adjusting to the soft morning light streaming through the window. As she reached for her phone on the bedside table, a sense of disappointment washed over her as she realized Zac wasn't on the other end. Knowing that he was immersed in the demands of his medical profession, she understood his absence. Glancing at the clock, she was taken aback to see that it was already 11:00 am on a tranquil Saturday morning. This leisurely start to the day was a rare treat for Fatima, given her usual struggle with physical pain.

Fatima found herself constantly preoccupied with thoughts of Zac. It wasn't just Zac's physical attractiveness that drew her in, but also his intellectual prowess. He had an exceptional ability to engage her mind in deep and meaningful conversations. They delved into topics ranging from religion and politics to discussions about reimagining the education system and working towards changing the world. Their conversations also extended to envisioning their future lives and what they wanted from a partner. Fatima couldn't believe she had met someone perfectly aligned with every item on her list of qualities she sought in a future companion. Zachary Luther Taylor was everything she had been searching for and even more.

Fatima roused herself from the comfort of her bed, the soft morning light filtering through the window as she headed into her luxurious, marble-tiled bathroom. Today, her agenda was light. She had a load of laundry waiting for her to do. Fatima realized she had some studying for her upcoming law and ethics class and a brief excursion to the mall to immerse herself in the hustle and bustle of the day. Fatima eagerly reached for her bottle of luxurious Vanilla and cream-scented body wash as she prepared to step into the refreshing cascade of the shower. She savored the rich scent as she lathered the soap, ensuring she thoroughly cleansed herself to start the day feeling fresh and rejuvenated.

After Fatima finished her refreshing shower, she carefully selected a moisturizer with the same delightful scent to keep her skin feeling soft and smooth. Next, she chose a white bra and panty set from Savage X Fenty, paying attention to every outfit detail. Heading to her closet, she picked out coordinating leggings and a t-shirt from Victoria's Secret PINK and slipped on her favorite all-black Victoria's Secret PINK slides. Before heading out, Fatima took her daily medication and grabbed her keys and wallet. She also grabbed a wholesome granola bar and a refreshing apple & cranberry Ocean Spray from the refrigerator to enjoy on the go. As she left, she double-checked to ensure that her residence was securely locked.

Both Zac and the stranger both said in unison shit!!!!!

Zac: Oh my God, I am sorry I did not see you there.