"WHHHHHHHY?"
"Because you're whining," I told her, making it clear in my voice that I am annoyed.
"That's because you said NO, and I was not whining. Its called complaining," whined Ella on the other side of the line.
"Look, I am sorry; I just can't go to the mall today. Ask Laila or Yasmin to go with you.
"Why are you being like this?" asked Ella in a serious voice.
" I am not being like anything; I just don't feel like it. I gotta go, Salam," before she can say anything I quickly hung up the phone.
After I came back from the hospital three days ago; I have been avoiding going anywhere near Ella. If there is a Ella anywhere there is always a Noah. Right now, I need to think about what happened.
Ten minutes later I heard my phone ringing, I looked at the ID caller and read Laila's name. At first I was hesitant on wither I should answer the phone or not, but in the end I decided to answer it anyways.
"Asalam Alykum," greeted Laila.
"Walykum Alsalam," I replied.
"So I was just wondering if you would like to go out with me for a walk on the boardwalk or something; what do you think?"
"Are you driving?" I asked.
"Yes. Soooo?"
"Okay, but call Ella and Yasmin and ask them if they want to come. Oh, and if Ella says yes pick her up first."
I know I am acting like a coward right now, but I really don't want to see Noah today. I still don't know how I feel about what happened a few days ago; maybe it is the fact that he also has feelings for me. Yes, I can tell. You don't just tell somebody you care about them for no apparent reason, unless....... oh forget it. The point is, I also have feelings for him and I don't feel comfortable seeing him. It would feel weird to be around him, and I might do something stupid.
"Ooookay. Sure. I'll see what I can do; see you in a while. Salam," came Laila's reply.
"Thanks. Salam." I shut the phone, and got up to get ready.
I actually needed to get out of the house to clear my mind, and a walk on the boardwalk is the best thing for that.
About an hour later I heard a car honk outside my house and got a text message from Ella saying that they are waiting outside. Oh so Ella is coming after all.
When I got out of the house I found Laila's silver Ford car parked outside, and Ella was in the passenger seat with a very annoyed look on her face (oh gee I wonder why). Yasmin was sitting in the back doing God knows what on her phone.
As soon as I got into the car, I said my Salam's to them which they replied too. Just as I was getting settled into the car I heard Ella tell me, "oh so you agree to go to the boardwalk with Laila, and you don't agree to go to the mall with me."
"Oh my Allah, Ella, would you just please get over it. I have my reasons okay." I told her.
"I am actually not mad; I am pissed that everyone keeps telling me no. First my mom, then Yasmin, then you, and lastly my own brother who I shared a womb with."
"Rejected, rejected oh you just got rejected, R-E-J-E-C-T-E-D," sang Yasmin next to me. I guess I am not the only one that watched the new Twaimz video on YouTube.
That guy can be so random.
"Shut up," Ella told Yasmin with a grumpy look on her face.
"Looks like someone is on there that time of the month; guys just leave her alone she went through a lot yesterday and she just needs her space," Laila said.
"Why what happened yesterday?" I asked concerned.
"It's nothing, just preparing for the BBQ and stuff. It can be tiring you know," Ella replied quickly, too quickly even .
Something is definitely up, I can tell from her expression that their is more to it. I decided not to ask any further questions, she will tell us when she feels like it. I also don't know if I was imagining it, but I think I saw Ella glare at Laila.
After about thirty minutes we were finally at the boardwalk. The smell of the ocean was so strong in my nose, and the breeze of the ocean gave me goosebumps. I love the beach so much; it is also the perfect place to set my mind free from thoughts. Since it is really warm today their was a lot of people walking with their friends and family this afternoon. Some people were going into the shops, cafes, restaurants and arcades that was lined up at the side of the boardwalk. My most absolute favorite thing about this boardwalk was the carnival. Every time I come here with Laila, Ella, and Yasmin we always go to the carnival and have the time of our lives their. I was so engrossed at the sight of the beach that I almost didn't notice my three best friends running to the Ice cream store. This was our favorite Ice cream store at the boardwalk, it is a little pricey, but you know it's worth it when you feel it melting and bursting your mouth with it's beautiful flavor.
When we all got our Ice cream, we sat outside on the bench that was facing the ocean and happily licking on the frozen goodness in our hands. Ella's mood even lightened up while she was eating the delicious cream off her cone. I guess Ice cream really is a cure for bad moods. I wonder what she is not telling me though?
After we finished eating the ice cream we walked a little on the boardwalk and started talking about random things like the BBQ, what color would look the best on us, and what kind of wedding do we want to have. It is really nice to spend time with my friends for once in a while; they help me keep my mind of a lot of thing. Like, you know who. (No not Voldemort.)
"Hey guys, do you want to go on the Ferris wheel?" I heard Yasmin ask.
"Ohhhh, yes. I love the view from up their. Come on let's go," replied Laila. She started running to the ticket booth to buy a ticket for the ride.
I was not a big fan of heights, but I got used to riding the Ferris wheel. Riding it doesn't bother me as much as it did before. Laila also has a point about the view being nice; at least I get something good out of it. Am I right?
We all started running after Laila like a bunch of maniacs, and that caused many eyes to turn which made me so uncomfortable. In that moment I didn't care; as long as I am with my friends nothing mattered (except praying on time of course).
Alhamdulillah, the day went by smoothly and I got my mind of a lot of things. The Ferris wheel was the best thing, because we got to look at all the beautiful creations of our Lord. I couldn't think of a better way to spend my time with my friends. I thank Allah for this wonderful blessing of having people that I can trust and hang out with. Insha'allah, it would stay that way tell eternity, because without them I don't know what I will do.
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Hey guys !!!! Sorry I took so long to update, it was a very long three weeks and summer is almost over
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I will try to update more frequently because I have very good ideas planned for this book and I can't wait to share them. I am shaking with exitment just thinking about it; )
Anyways I hope you guys have a nice few weeks of summer, and for those who already started a wish you the best of luck. I LOVE YOU ALL FOR THE SAKE OF ALLAH, AND THANK YOU FOR THE NICE COMMENTS, SALAM <3
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