Deciphering Love

CHAPTER 34.

Chapter 34: Start of Something Anew.

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"Never hesitate to let the one you love know how you feel. 

Align your minds, synchronize your hearts and above be fearless when dancing with their souls."

-Truth Devour: Wantin-

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Thursday arrived real fast. The employees were ready to let go and have fun on the weekend while Islah was ready to talk to Yusra. When Dawud forwarded the request of Yusra's, Lila and Ahmad immediately agreed to it. It's her life after all, they said.

But the week was hectic for both Islah and Yusra considering that the latter was finishing her internship while the former had numerous meetings and lectures to complete. So Lila, being the genius (by her own words, that is.) she is, came up with plans to get the two acquainted over the weekend workshop. Despite Ahmad's reminders that this is a company workshop, Lila stuck to her plans.

Thursday morning, Islah was anxious. He was not ready to have his mother intervene his work just yet. Adding onto the fact that Yusra was coming along, he was more than ready to ditch the workshop completely. Except he couldn't considering he was the CEO.

Yusra on the other hand, was so ready to tackle this workshop. Whatever it takes. She stared down at the white dress which fell a little above her knees and the denim jeans she paired it with. Will it be okay? She was conflicted but nonetheless, she kept the outfit. She wore a deep peach colored hijab over it.

"Yusra!!!" she looked up from her outfit to see Rabail running towards her. Rabail had a pair of jeans and an over-sized gray hoodie atop. She paired it with white runners and her hair was braided.

"As salaam alaikum," Yusra said as Rabail pulled her into a hug. Rabail replied to her salutation and let the woman go.

"We are travelling together in Islah's vehicle." She informed Yusra who frowned.

"I thought there was a bus?"

"There was. But most of them opted to take their vehicles so it's for the best I guess. Plus it takes four hours to reach there." Ah. So I am travelling with the CEO? Won't it be awkward?

"Come on," before Yusra could say anything, Rabail was dragging her across the car park of A&X building where everyone had begun to gather. Once in the circle, she greeted everyone before turning to Rabail who stood in the middle of the large circle with a check list.

"Okay guys, here's the deal."

Fifteen minutes and a few arguments later, everyone was set to leave while the CEO was still not around. Yusra shifted from one feet to the other, hoping Iravat accompanied them too. I swear to god, this is the most anxious I have been in a while.

"Ah they are here." Yusra looked up from where she stood with her suitcase and immediately realized it was a bad move. The breath was knocked out of her lungs when she saw Islah walk towards them like a male model. He was dressed similarly to her, denim blue jeans and a white t-shirt that showed exactly how ripped the man was. When he smiled, she blushed. He is so beautiful. And that beard, Masha Allah!

"As salaamu alaikum. I am so sorry for being late. Iravat." The name did the trick as Rabail's face held recognition while Yusra remained confused. Rabail began walking towards his black jeep while Yusra stayed rooted to the spot.