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Shah Zain's POV (Edited)
This can't be possible. I didn't expect that really. My eyes were wide and my throat went constricted. What the hell is she doing here? This is the worst shock of my life. I didn't expect to meet her again after months of her being MIA.
The moment she stepped inside, my eyes fixed on her. She was dressed in a red colored kurti shalwar with a mustard dupatta to compliment her look. She was staring wide eyed at me. I was also looking at her. No, that's not correct. I was glaring at her.
After what she had done, she had the audacity to come and stand infront of us. But I really don't understand what is she doing in Barzan's house. She was still standing rooted onto her spot. Barzan noticed her frozen state and called her
"Shiza, why are your standing there? Come and take a seat."
She snapped out of her wonderland and turned to Barzan. He was looking at her intently. She sighed and walked towards him. She took a seat beside his chair and quietly seated. Her eyes were down-casted.
My fists were clenched and I was barely holding my anger. I wanted to punch the wall. My hands were aching to break something. Every member of the family was tensed and silent. They didn't say anything. Mama was boring holes into Shiza's figure. Barzan then stood up and began
"Thank you so much for you all for accepting my invitation. It's my honour to treat you today."
Baba finally decided to say something
"It's our pleasure, Barzan."
Barzan smiled and sat down back. He glanced at Shiza who was still looking down. She looked uncomfortable. Like she didn't want to be here. Good! She should know that she didn't belong here. I am shocked that she didn't even has any shame.
How easily she came and sat beside him like nothing had happened. Such a despicable woman she is! She has no remorse. Barzan turned to me and stated looking directly at my eyes
"I especially thank you, Shah Zain. I know you don't like such gatherings. But I'm pleased that you decided to pay a visit."
I nodded my head and leaned on the table. I then stated
"Sometimes it's good to try new things. Infact, I got a surprise too."
My last words were directed towards Shiza. She stiffened after hearing my statement. But she reminded quite and didn't say anything. What can she say anyways? Mama was continuously glaring at her.
Baba tried to calm her as he didn't want her to look like she know Shiza. Zarnish hold my hand under the table and squeezed it. I glanced at her and she motioned me to remain calm. I exhaled a deep breath. Barzan's nani then exclaimed happily
"Let's start the dinner, shall we?"
With that said, the maid served us dinner and we all dig into the food.
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After the dinner was over, I scooted back in my seat. I wanted to leave. It's like the air is suffocating me. The mere sight of her was making me cringe in disgust. How shameless she is! She is still sitting infront of us after stabbing us in the back.
How can people be so inconsiderate. They don't even care of the other's feelings. They love to crush their feelings. What kind of people are they? Do they don't have any heart that can tell them about their wrong doings? I tried to control my anger. It was on bay and it was getting difficult for me to hold it inside me. She didn't even glance at me for once but my eyes were fixed at her.
I wanted her to look at me. I wanted to show her from my eyes that how much I hate her. How much she has hurt my dado. Dado was miserable after she heard about her motives. She was locked in her room for days. How easily she betray my dado? Dado always treated her like a daughter and that is how she paid her back.
I seriously not able to digest it even after these months. I wonder how dado is feeling. I glanced at her and she was busy talking to Barzan's nani. She didn't react to her arrival at the dining area. It's like she just froze. I never saw dado like that. She didn't notice her presence.
It's like she vanished for her. But I think it's good for dado too. She shouldn't feel any pity towards a girl who didn't feel care for her feelings. Barzan's voice brought me out of my Dreamland
"Shiza, you can bring the dessert now."
She nodded and stood up. She disappeared into the kitchen. I sighed heaving a deep breath. Her presence was making me uneasy. Now, I can take a relaxed breath. Zarnish looked at me and mouthed
'Are you ok?'
I nodded my head and she again busied herself in talking to Nimra and Kinza. Baba and Junaid chachu were busy in conversation with Barzan while I decided to remain quiet. Mama and Lubna Chachi were busy sending death glares towards the kitchen.
Soon, Shiza again came infront of my view. She was holding the tray of dessert in her hands. She placed the tray on the table. She was about to sit down when Barzan's command halted her movements
"You can serve them, Shiza."
She looked at Barzan for some moment probably didn't believing that he just told her to serve. Is she working as a maid for him? But why would a maid would have the luxury of sitting beside her boss? Is there something I am missing? She is such a mystery. I decided to not pay attention to her. She started serving from Barzan's nani to dado.
She tried to look at dado but she didn't glance at her. She gave up and walked ahead. She served Aaban, Kinza, Nimra and Zarnish. Zarnish looked at her with disgust and she tried her best to ignore her. Now, she was standing infront of me.
She served me the dessert and when she was about to leave, I held her wrist under the table. Her breath hitched and her whole body stiffened. I looked at everyone and they were busy in the conversation. I whispered-seethed to her
"What the hell are you doing here?"
I left end wrist with a jerk and she stumbled back a little. I scoffed and turned my attention back to my phone. She stood there contemplating my behavior with her but I pay no heed to her. When she didn't move, Barzan's snide remark brought her out of her chain of thoughts
"Shiza, serve the rest of the people too."
She nodded and served Baba and Chachu. Lastly, she turned towards mama and decided to serve her. But mama grabbed her hand in the midway and held it tightly. Shiza looked at her wide eyed. Everyone's attention was on them. Barzan was looking keenly at them.
I don't want him to think anything else. I tried to warn mama but she was glaring hard at Shiza. She tried to release her hand from her grip but mama tightened ber grip causing her to hiss. Baba looked at mama wanting her to stop. Finally, mama realized the situation and left her hand. She took a deep breath and mama state quietly rudely
"I don't like desserts."
She once again glared at Shiza. She quietly took the plate and left to the kitchen. I sighed. Finally, we all stood up to leave. I shake my hand with Barzan and he stated
"It's nice having the dinner with you."
I nodded my head. I passed him a small smile and we all bade our goodbyes. She was nowhere in sight. Since the moment she went in kitchen, she didn't come back. Dado stated to Barzan's nani
"You have a very mannerful grandson. Allah usko dher sari kamyabi ate kre."
Barzan's nani smiled and stated
"Inshallah."
Finally, we all left the Malik's Mansion. Throughout the whole drive, I remained silent. Although, the girls were gossiping about Shiza and her unexpected presence there but I chose not to say anything. I didn't want to talk about on that subject.
After I dropped them home, I didn't go inside. I needed a fresh mind. So, I decided to go on a long drive to calm my mind. There are various thoughts and scenarios occupying my mind and I need sometime alone to clear them out....
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Shiza's POV
I was really uncomfortable. I wanted to leave. I don't understand the reason of Mr. Barzan including me in this dinner. Zohra aunty and Shah Zain were boring holes into my existence. I tried to ignore as much eye contact as I can but it's getting impossible. All of them are not liking my presence even a bit and I clearly know that. Although they don't know the truth but if I was in their place, I would also react like that.
Ok...maybe I will listen to them before jumping over to conclusions. Another awkward thing that happened is Mr. Barzan asked me to sit beside him. I was truly shocked by his act. I was unable to pinpoint his motive behind this. Does he know that I worked for them before? I didn't recall telling him about my previous job. I just gave him an overview of leaving that particular job.
What is really going on in his mind? I tried making eye contact with Shehnaz Ammi but she wasn't even glancing at me. It's like she was completely neglecting my presence here. I was hurt by her behavior. How could she do like that? I thought she would trust me and talk to me face to face. I didn't expect that. I kept my eyes down-casted and prayed to Allah to let this dinner silently passed without any drama.
But my fate was not in my favour tonight. Mr. Barzan asked me to serve them dessert. I looked at him clearly shocked. Is he doing this intentionally? Nonetheless to not create any scene, I quietly decided to serve them dessert. I just want this all to get over. But my reaction with Shah Zain doesn't go good. He tried to ask me what I was doing here but I don't want to answer him.
He doesn't have any right to ask me where I work or not. He shouldn't indulge in my personal life. I walked forward and when Zohra aunty grasped my hand in her death like grip, I was sure that something was about to happen. She will definitely create a drama. I tried to free my hand but she only tightened her grip. I winced in pain. But soon after, she released my hand and spoke in her usual rude tone
"I don't like desserts."
I went inside the kitchen and decided to spent the rest of my time here. I don't want to be the centre of attention anymore. I'm sure Zohra aunty will try to humiliate me and I don't want to risk my job at all. I'm fine here. Ya Allah! Please help me...
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I was still in the kitchen when I heard footsteps approaching. I turned around and found Mr. Barzan standing there. His arms was crossed around his chest and he was looking directly at me. I don't why but his stare gave me weird vibes. It's like he's trying to read me but he failed. I immediately broke the eye contact and asked him
"Do you need anything?"
He doesn't say anything and instead asked me a question
"Do you know them?"
I was stunned. Is he asking me about the Mir's? Should I tell him? I don't think so. They looked pretty important to him and I don't want to create any bad impression of them in his heart. I don't want to take another of their blame upon me. One is enough only. I shook my head and he hummed in response.
For few minutes, none of us said anything. I finally decided to break the silence
"Can I go home now?"
I checked them time and it was almost close to midnight. Although, I had called khala and informed her that I will be late but still I know her nature. She will not sleep unless I came back home. He sighed and answered
"Yes. You are free to go."
I sighed in relief. I was really tired. I was about to leave but before I could exit the kitchen, his voice stopped me
"Let me drop you back home."
I turned around and looked at him. I politely declined not wanting to trouble him
"No, it's fine. My house is not that far away."
But clearly he was in no mood of listening. He calmly stated with his dominating voice
"Nani wants me to drop you home since I was the one to hold you here. Do you want to disobey her?"
He surely has a way with words. I contemplated before agreeing. I don't have any other choice and it's midnight already too. I think it's safe for him to drop me. He sighed and started walking toward the door. He halted and said
"Be ready. I'm waiting outside."
I nodded my head and went outside. I quickly grabbed my bag and wore my shawl around my shoulders. I bade farewell to nani and walked outside. Barzan was already seated in the car. As I opened the door and seated inside, he immediately started to drive.
I reminded quiet and just wished for the ride to get over. He also didn't say anything and focused purely on driving. He parked the car at my doorsteps and I stepped down. I adjusted the shawl back on my shoulder and turned to him. I decided to thank him
"Thank you for dropping me."
He just gave me a slight nod and drove away. I sighed heavily and walked towards the door. It's been a pretty long day...
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Allah Hafiz
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