Hey guys, I know I'm late but I was busy in a family wedding. But now it's finished and the updates will be on time, inshallah. Here's the new chapter for you all...
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Author's POV (Edited)
As the saying goes, He test those who he loves the most. Same thing was happening with Shiza. Alot has changed in the past three months. Few things happened for the best and while some things happened for the worst. For the starters, Shiza and her Khala has to leave the small colony they were living in. They couldn't pay the rent as their situation was pretty tight. Kulsoom was very much worried about how she will handle everything.
Shiza gave her the money she got by selling her earrings. Truth to be say Kulsoom was very disappointed. She didn't like how her daughter sold her precious earrings for some money. But Shiza convinced her in the end that it was necessary. Well, what can Kulsoom do when the deed has already been done. But that money wasn't enough to let them stay in the house for three more months. The landlord gave them the execution order and nonetheless they had to execute the house. Shiza was very upset and feeling disappointed that she couldn't do much for the person who did most for her.
They shifted to another smaller colony which consists of only five houses. The houses were small but it was enough to live. Thank God! They didn't had to pay the advance rent otherwise things would be very difficult for them. The good points of the house were that Beenish's university was nearer to the house. She can travel by herself as the university was on walking distance.
Kulsoom also decided to start tailoring. She knew how to stitch clothes and decided to do a business out of it. Shiza...well she was still looking for a job. It was quite difficult for her to find the job at the instant moment. She was still in the midst of finding a perfect job for her which would be suitable for her. Kulsoom and Beenish decided not to pressurize her for the job as she was running from here and there for the job.
Shiza knew that although her khala and Bisma aren't saying anything to her but she knew that they are waiting for her to find a job. Right now, Shiza was sitting in the living room. Kulsoom came out from the kitchen and found Shiza sitting there alone. She sighed heavily and walked towards her. She sat down beside her and Shiza passed her a small smile. Shiza then asked her
"Do you need something, khala?"
Kulsoom shook her head and held her hand. Shiza was confused as to why she was doing that. Kulsoom smiled and told her
"Beta, I know you're worried about the job but please don't stress yourself out."
Shiza's heart instantly warmed at the motherly worry of Kulsoom. She kissed the palm of her Khala and said
"Khala, thank you so much for worrying about me so much."
Kulsoom smiled and stated
"Beta, mujhe pata ha k hum is waqt boht mushkilon mae hain. Lekin himmat na haro aur Allah per bharosa rakho."
(Dear, I know that we are in crisis right now. But don't lose hope and believe in Allah)
Shiza nodded her head and assured her Khala
"Don't worry, khala."
Kulsoom kissed her head and said
"I'll set the table. Come and sit at the table."
She nodded her head and stood up to sit at the table...
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The luminous moonlight illuminated Shiza's small bedroom. She was there sitting on the prayer mat. Her lips were murmuring as she was busy pleasing the Almighty. She looked so serene. The white scarf wrapped securely around her head. She was focused on her prayers. She raised her hands in Dua and begged her God
"Ya Allah! Mujhe is mushkil waqt se nikal de. Mujhe koi Rasta dikha. To boht Raheem aur Rehman ha. Ay! Mere Malik aur mere Khaliq. Meri madad farma. Mujhe is mushkil k ghari se nikalne ka koi Rasta dikha de. Mae boht pareshan hu lekin Mae janti hu k Mera Allah mujhe kabhi Akela nhi chorega. Meri madad kr, Malik. Meri madad kr."
(Oh Lord! Take me out of my misery. Show me some way. You are The Most Merciful. Oh Lord! Help me. Show me some way to get out of this situation. I'm really worried. But I know that my Lord will never leave me alone. Help me, my Lord. Help me)
Her eyes brimmed with tears and she couldn't hold herself. She broke into loud sobs and just cried. She knew that her Almighty will never judge her. Only He is the One who will listen to her without being judgemental. Allah loves his creation more than 70 moms. He will never burden someone more than it's capability. He tested his righteous people and Shiza is one of them.
Allah tested the people in order to see that how they will overcome the adversity. Will they still stand with the right or in problems and angst, they will take the side of wrong? Only the righteous people will never leave the side of light. They will always be patient and keep their firm belief in God. After crying for hours, Shiza stood up from her place. She folded the prayer mat and placed it on the night stand. She undid her scarf and draped it on her shoulder. She sat down on the bed and once again got lost in her wonderland.
She was remembering how much her family had suffered in the span of just three months. They were thrown out of their house. Got shifted into a small tacky cottage but still trying to live, is their willpower to not lose hope. They are struggling but still had a firm belief in their Almighty. They know that one day he will show them the way to get out of this misery. Shiza took a deep breath and wiped her tears. She doesn't know when her miseries will end.
Will they ever even end? She spent her entire night in thinking about the ifs and buts. Her eyes refused to blink even an ounce of sleep. Her mind was clouded with thoughts from everything to nothing. She barely tried to sleep. All she could think was how will she get out of these dark days?....
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Shiza's POV
This morning I woke up late. Maybe the reason of me awake till late. I looked myself at the mirror and my eyes were red and puffy. My cheeks were pale. Maybe it's the tension seeping inside me. I washed my face with fresh water and wiped my face with the towel. I came out of my room and saw that khala was cooking in the kitchen. I walked inside the kitchen and asked khala while helping her in the chores
"Do you need anything, khala?"
Khala turned to me and a look of confusion etched onto her face. She asked me
"Are you going out today?"
I nodded my head and told her
"Yes, I had left my phone number for a house and I got an interview today. Hopefully, I will return with good news."
Khala smiled and stated
"Inshallah, beta. Bas himmat na haro."
(Don't lose hope)
I smiled lightly and took the omelet on the table. As we sat down, I questioned Khala
"Where's Bisma?"
Khala answered while filling my plate with food
"She has an early class today so she left early."
I nodded my head and began eating. After that I came back in my room to get dressed. I wanted to look presentable so that if anyone will see me will not think that I am exactly like that Zohra Aunty had explained people. Although, this place is quiet far away from the Haveli but still rumor has legs. They can spread fast. I was about to leave when my door was knocked. Khala was standing there. I asked her
"What happened, khala?"
She walked towards me and held my hands in her. She began
"Beta, Mae janti hu k is waqt Tum boht ziada pareshan hu. Mae tumhari Pareshani samjh sakti hu. Mujhe is bat ka boht afsoos ha k Mae tumhari koi madad nhi kr parhi hun. Mujhe maaf krdena."
(Dear, I know you are very worried. I can understand your worries. I have this deep grief that I can't able to help you. Please forgive me)
I instantly shook my head and assured khala
"No, khala. Don't say that. You are helping me in every way possible. Please don't embarrass me by saying those things. You are far best the most beautiful thing that ever happened to me. Without you I wouldn't even have live. You gave me life. Don't you ever think something like that."
Khala had tears in her eyes when I finished my little speech. I wiped her tears and kissed her forehead. I smiled lightly and stated
"Bless me with your prayers. I have faith in Allah that He will help us in this hard time."
She nodded her head and blew verses on me. She smiled and stated
"My blessings are always with you. Go and shine the world."
I laughed and left the house. My mood was quite positive today. I have hope that something good will happen today. I looked up at the sky and said while closing my eyes
"Ya Allah, help me in achieving my goal today...
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"Are you serious? I mean did I get the job?"
I literally can't believe my ears right now. Did I really get the job? Or am I just overhearing everything? The man infront of me chuckled and stated while amusement was dancing in his eyes
"Yeah sure."
I stopped myself from squealing infront of him. I don't want to make myself embarrassed. This man just made my whole day beautiful and worth waiting everything. I immediately thanked the man grateful for the thing he has done
"Thank you so much. I can't explain my gratitude in words. Thank you so very much."
The man chuckled and stated
"No worries. I just need someone who can take the best care of my nani. She needs someone trustful."
At that sentence, my smile faltered. He talks about trustful. I already told him the real reason of my previous job. Is he still trusting me in taking care of his nani? Is he sure? I couldn't help but asked the next question
"Are you sure I'm trusted enough to take care of your nani?"
At my question, he looked distressed. Maybe he didn't understand my question. So he interrogated
"Why are you trying to say?"
I sighed and clarified myself
"I mean I already told you about why I was fired off from my previous job. Why are you still trusting me for your nani?" (Nana)
At my question, he remained quiet for a whole minute or two. My anxiety level was increasing by each passing second. His calculated gaze and his furrowed brows were making me regret asking that question. Ya Allah! Please don't let him change his mind. Finally after alot of thinking, he decided to answer me
"Look, I know if anyone heard about how you were fired from your previous job, they will doubt you. But I'm not like everyone."
I was awestruck by hearing his answer. His answer was different from everyone. I was suddenly relaxed after hearing what he think. I sighed in relief and asked for the last time
"So, you're not changing your decision of hiring me?"
He nodded his head and said assuringly
"Yeah, you can rest assured. I'm not like other people. I don't judge people by their past mistakes. We are all humans and we are bound to make mistakes. But the main thing is that we should learn from our mistakes instead of regretting over them."
A small smile made it's way on my lips. He sure has a way with words. His positive attitude is what impressed me. He again continued
"Also, as you said that they false accuse you so I don't have any reason to doubt you. Also I can also say that you can't do such thing like that."
I didn't ask him anything and stood up. He also stood up and walked me to the door. I wrapped the scarf around my head and exited the house. I was about to leave but I turned back and asked the most basic question to him which I should've asked the first thing when I met him
"Can I please know your name?"
At my silly question, he chuckled and answered while smiling lightly
"I'm Barzan Malik. You can call me Barzan."
I nodded my head and left the place exited to tell the good news to khala and Bisma. They will be on cloud nine after hearing that..
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That's it. I know I'm very late but I was sick and couldn't have enough energy to write. But I really hope you all like this update. Don't worry if you think that story is little slow paced. Some events will happen soon and after that we'll be right back on track. Do vote comment and share
Till then take care
Allah Hafiz
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