Broken Hearts, Hidden Secrets

Chapter Fifty-Eight.

Zoya's Confessions to Dahlia.

It has been a few weeks since the family gathered to meet Aizah officially. It was a happy occasion for everyone who was invited.

Tayyal would accompany Zoya to her doctor's appointment, but deep down, she knew that there was a possibility that the treatments might not work. 

But he couldn't accompany her to one of her appointments because of an important meeting at the office. So Zoya went to the doctor with Nour. But Nour waited outside the office.

"Zoya, you have to be optimistic about the treatments. And remember that we can't lose hope or faith that you will recover from this..."

The doctor tries to encourage Zoya to maintain faith in her treatments, especially since the last few tests were positive.

"I understand that, doctor, but what if they don't work? What if..."

"Zoya, stop thinking like that. You will get through this, in shaa Allah. I have faith that you will be healthy," the doctor says confidently.

Zoya nodded and took a deep breath.

"I don't know how to thank you for this and everything you have done for me and our family," Zoya said.

"You can thank me by being positive and also having faith."

Zoya thanked the doctor and walked out of the office with a smile. 

Nour stood up as soon as she saw Zoya walk out of the office.

"Is everything okay?" Nour asked her sister-in-law.

"Alhamdulilah, yes, everything is okay. The doctor said that I have a few more weeks for the treatment and then a scan to see if everything is good," Zoya explained. "In shaa Allah, everything will be okay," she added, smiling.

"Zoya, in shaa Allah, everything will be okay. Trust in Allah and have faith. Plus, you have a little princess waiting for you to get better so that you can always be with her," Nour said as they walked out of the hospital. "Having faith is something that will move even mountains, Zoya. And don't forget you have me, Zianna and also Dahlia", she added, opening the car door.
Alhamdulilah for that. Alhamdulilah, I have found sisters.

"That's true. I just hope Dahlia is okay now. After what happened, I just pray that she will get through this," Zoya says, thinking about Dahlia, who seemed distant since that day.

"I know what we should do. We are going to surprise her at her place. And then we will have a girls' day out or in. Including our princess Aizah," Nour says, trying to cheer up Zoya.

"That's a great idea. But first, we need to go and get some supplies for the day. Also, pick Zianna and Aizah to get to Dahlia's place," Zoya said.

The two agreed and decided to go shopping first before going to see Dahlia at her place.
Nour drove to the supermarket to get the supplies for their girls' day out/in. And then drove to get Dahlia from her apartment.

Thankfully, she was home but wasn't in the mood to go anywhere.

"Come, Dahlia. We are just going to my place. To have fun and just talk..."

"Nour, how about we just stay here with Dahlia? You go and get Zianna from her house and bring her here, rather than what we planned", Zoya says, suggesting to her sister-in-law.
Zoya knew that Dahlia was still trying to get her life in order after what happened in the last few months, with her finding out that she has a twin brother.

"I think that's a great idea. I will go and get Zia while you two start prepping for the snacks. And I will go and get Aizah because I know that it's almost time for her feeding", Nour said, getting up from her chair and giving her sister and sister-in-law a hug before heading out.
Zoya then turned to face Dahlia and took her hands with hers.

"What is wrong? Are you okay?"

Dahlia didn't want to burden anyone with her problems, especially when Zoya is trying to get better.

"I am fine..."

"Dahlia, please tell me what is wrong? I am here for you, and so are the others. I am your sister, and I want to know what is wrong," Zoya said.

Dahlia looked at Zoya as tears formed in her eyes. She didn't want to tell her that her life had been turned upside down by her mother.

"I will be okay, in shaa Allah. And yes, you are my sister, but I am sorry I need to say this. I wish that I hadn't discovered that. I wish that my life were as before..."

Zoya pulled Dahlia into her arms. She understood what Dahlia was saying, but also knew that the truth would always come out, even if it takes years.

"I am sorry that I said that to you. I am sorry but I..."

"It's okay, I understand everything. Everyone has their moments in life where they would rather not know anything about what is happening or even what the truth is. But Dahlia, sometimes it's better to know before it's too late. And also, you don't have to apologise to me for telling the truth. To be honest, I would rather that I didn't find out about everything that happened. Because of my mother's illness and her death. But the truth will always come out," Zoya said, wiping Dahlia's tears. "You have us, and if you need anything, don't hesitate to let any of us know", she added, smiling.

Dahlia nodded, but she could see the sadness in Zoya's eyes. 

"What is happening will pass, Zoya. But I know that you are here to comfort me but I need to know what is wrong with you?" Dahlia asked. "Because ever since the gathering, you haven't been yourself", she added.

Zoya took a deep breath and looked at Dahlia.

"Yeah, you are right. I have been sick, and the doctor says I am getting better, but I am scared of the future. What if I don't get better? That's why I have been writing letters to you guys. No one knows about them because I don't want anyone to worry, but now I will need someone to keep them until they are needed. Would you do that for me?" Zoya asked.

"Are you saying that you might not get well? Or the treatment might not be working?"

"That's what I am scared of. Will you keep the letters for me?"

"Yes, I will keep them for you. And I pray that the treatment works and for our family's happiness", Dahlia said.

The two started preparing everything that was needed for the girls' day.
But Zoya's mind was with Zianna. 

How will Zianna react to reading the letter that I wrote to her?
I just hope and pray that everything will work out.
In shaa Allah.