His Gorgeous Muslimah (completed) √

CHAPTER THIRTY FOUR

Minal's pov

The noise downstairs was getting louder and I decided to go and check for myself. Something must be amiss and moreover, I don't think I can be able to fair for Nana any longer. I wore my very long hijab and exited the room. There was no one in the sitting room upstairs which made it easier for me to reach downstairs quickly without having to stop in order to exchange pleasantries. All eyes were on me as I descended from the stairs. At first, I thought they were admiring me not until I noticed they way the were staring at me and the expression on their faces. I searched among the faces for Nana and my mom but they were no where to be found.
I knelt down and started to greet each and everyone of them. From the atmosphere, I could feel something was wrong. They all answered my greeting coldly and no one made an attempt to tease me like they always do. "Have you seen either Ummu or Nana?" I asked Khairat my cousin who was standing behind me. She shook her head without saying a word. I stood up and headed back upstairs again. I was surprised to find Ummu's room locked. Where could she be?
I rushed to room and picked my phone to call her when my eyes landed on my henna. Why am I suddenly admiring them. Well, they have never looked more beautiful. I unlocked the phone and when I saw a message from Nasir. He must have been the sender whom I mistook to be airtel. I grinned sheepishly expecting it to be a love message like he had always done and he has been counting down since it was remaining a month till date. I closed my eyes remembering the message he sent earlier today.

"Just two days remaining for you to become Mrs Amina Nasir Hamza. Will I be called Mr Nasir Amina Sagir Alkali? 😂 . I love you too💕

I looked around and couldn't help but let out a satisfied sigh when I realized I was alone. I leaned back into my bed and opened the message from my husband to be. I had already started blushing before I stared to read it's content.

I'm so sorry Minal. I can't keep up with you. Just know that I do love you and I'll forever do. You'll get someone far better than me In Sha Allah. Assalamu alaikum.

I couldn't believe what I just read and thought my eyes were deceiving me. I placed the phone on my laps and rubbed my eyes before picking it up to read the message again. It truly wasn't a love message as I expected. "Innalillahi WA Inna ilaihi rajiu " I said throwing the phone at the far end of the room. I suddenly felt a lump in my throat as I began to find it hard to breathe. The tears I was expecting were no where to be found and I began to pray they would start to flow. I want them to stream down my cheeks and may be I'll feel much better. Had someone told me this would happen, I would mark that person as my enemy because never have I imagined Nasir could be so cruel to do this to me. I kept repeating Innalillahi WA Inna ilaihi rajiu which helped in making me feel so much better.
I thought of calling him but then I thought it would be of no use. How could he just call of a wedding which is about to take place in two days. Had I known, I would have heeded to Al-Amin's advice.
The phone rang just once and he picked without saying a word. I hesitated for a while before I spoke. "How could you Nasir. How could you do this to me. Is this your way for punishing me for an offense I'm not aware of. Why did you choose to drag my family's name into the mud. I hate you for this never. I hate you and In SHA ALLAH, Allah would revenge for me". I spoke so fast without giving him a chance to speak. I quickly ended the call when I was done and that was when the tears finally came. The door opened and I quickly sat up wiping my tears.
"You've already heard of what happened? " Khairat asked sitting beside me. "I'm sorry about that Minal. He isn't destined to be your husband and it happened for the best In SHA ALLAH. Take heart OK! And please stop crying" she added pulling me into her heart.
I've always known Khairat to be a very influential person and most importantly, she has the heart of an angel. Her words calmed me down as I didn't hesitate to wipe my tears and sit up smiling at her.
"Thank you Khairat. Have you seen either Ummu or Nana?" I asked and she nodded. "Ummu's fainted the moment Nana broke the news to her and she was rushed to the hospital. Stand up and get ready so we can go" she said squeezing my hands.
I stood up and walked slowly to my wardrobe thinking of what happened. I'm so going to strangle Nana when I see her. Why does she have to break the news to my mother without first letting me know.
After placing my long hijab on the bed, I went to the bathroom where I performed wudhu. I was surprised to find a set of cloth on the bed when I exited the toilet. "Where are my clothes?" I asked Khairat who was all ready. "I changed them with these " she replied pointing to the ones on the bed. Without a word, I went to the wardrobe but couldn't find the hijab I intended wearing. She must have hidden it I thought. I  have asked her for it on a normal but but today was no normal day so I simply ignored her and grabbed another one.
"Ummu!" I cried upon sighting her. I rushed to her and hugged her. She was still sleeping and I couldn't help but notice how pale she looks. I planted a kiss on her forehead and went back to seat on an empty chair close to Nana.
"Minal... " she started to speak before I interrupted. Why didn't you tell me first Nana." I asked. "I was afraid of the consequences Minal. That's why I felt it was better to tell Ummu maybe she would have a better way of telling you. I'm so sorry Nana. I don't know what has gotten over Ya Nasir and I've tried reaching him since but he hasn't been picking my calls. " she was now crying.
"It's OK Nana. And please stop apologizing as if it's your fault." I said wiping her tears with my hijab. "How do you manage to do strong Minal?" she asked.
"I don't really know Nana. I'm also surprised. By the way, I don't see any reason to worry over this when I have my mother to worry about. Ya Allah! Please grant her Shifa. Ameen"
"Ameen" Nana said smiling at me. "Now I thank God for never letting you fall for Ya Nasir. Maybe that's the reason why you're this strong. Imagine if it was Umar?" That was when I remembered someone named Umar existed. And ooh! His friend Al-Amin. I quickly turned to look at Nana and yes! She's also thinking of what I'm thinking.
"Is Al-Amin responsible for this?" we both asked in unison.

Ghen ghen!!
Is Al-Amin responsible for this? I would really love to hear from you guys. Next update depends on the number of feedbacks I get. If they're encouraging.... Then good to go