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Diljah:

' I want to accept Islam. '

I told them finally. The thing which was in my head since few days, since the incident, since the day I met... he had given me a source of life, he changed me unknowingly, now I wanted to change myself for him.

I wanted to show the same light of faith to God, I mean I wanted to show Him that I have found the light.

It was not as if he was the reason of my convert, I found peace in Islam... Islam was the only purpose which could redirect my soul towards establishment, on the basis of purity , tranquility, honour and most importantly love of God which would be earned sweetly. I had begun my research on Islam since the day I wore that black piece of cloth. Black was my favourite color afterall, and it now made sense that Black gave coolness to one's eyes and heart too.

" Whattt? "

They both squealed madly, almost jumping at me like I had said something I shouldnt have said. And I was brought back from my thoughts into the moment.

' What? '

I repeated their query, strangely confused.

" Diljah? Are you sure? I mean do you know what you're saying? "

Maarij inquired a bit suspiciously.

But Durre soon came forward to pull me into a hug, she was always this humble. I loved her. I didnt understand though, why did Maarij scrutunize me... Is it because of that guy?

" Okay now, I am going to gain the rewards of making you a .. not a.. my beloved muslimah friend , Ma sha Allah I am so happy. Recite alongwith me and then I'll take you to an aalima , who lives in our appartment. She is a humble lady, she will welcome you to Islam and serve you happily! Is that fine? "

Releasing me from her hug, she held me armlocked and asked politely.

I could see Maarij cringe at this sight, I couldnt understand what was wrong. But then Durre Shehwar tugged at her arm lightly , having eye conversation with her after which she too joined her in accepting me.

" Recite alongwith me. Slow and steady. Be firm while you do. Just close your eyes and feel the noor of Islam radiating towards you. Ready? "

I breathed a long and deep one,

' I sure am! '

I smiled thinking of all the new customs and things I'd get to learn to.

" Ash'hadu Allah Ilaha "

' Ash'hadu Allah Ilaha "

" Ilallahu "

' Ilallahu '

" Wa Ash hadu Anna "

' Wa Ash hadu Anna '

" Muhammadan "

' Muhammadan '

" Abduhu Wa Rasuluh "

' Abduhu Wa Rasuluh '

" Now lets recite its translation. So that you know what it says. I witness that there is no God but Allah, and I witness that Muhammad SALLALAAHU ALAIHI WASSALAM is His servant and Messenger. "

' I witness that... '

I was stuck for a minute or so, trying to remember what the words meant... they seemed so new and foreign to me, yet they were so beautiful and welcoming.

' that.. '

" that there is no God. But Allah. "

She paused for a while, until I repeated behind her.

' Okay. That there is no God but Allah. '

" And I witness that Muhammad "

' And I witness that Muhammad '

No wonder, God too fell in love. His love, Muhammad. Without declarance of which even Islam is deemed incomplete! I was at awe.

" Sallalaahu Alaihi wassalam "

' Sal. alahu. '

I was trying hard to repeat the words which were not rolling off my tongue soothingly, it was as if the dirt occupied of my previous life was hindering it to come out. I began to frown.

" Heyy Di, its okay. Alhamdulillah, you should be happy that Allah has guided you to the correct path. We will try slow and easy. Okay? Now repeat after me. "

I processed her words as an assurance and calmed myself a lil bit, then continued.

" Sallalaahu "

' Sallalaahu '

" Alaihi "

' Alaihi '

" wassallam "

' wassallam '

" Diljah, this was actually greetings sent upon our beloved Prophet. And you know its reward? Whenever we send blessings to our Prophet our status is raised,our good deed is written and a bad one is removed. Isnt that amazing, Subhan Allah?? "

Durre informed with something new and that was really great, I would keep reciting this all the time so that God may get pleased with me and raise my status in His sight! How beautiful it'd be to be His beloved!

Maarij and Durre both moved forward with a huge smile plastered on their faces, hugging me in a bear hug. Then when they parted away, Durre kissed my forehead affectionately.

' But I've a problem guys. '

" And what is that now? "

" I knew you wouldn't stay fi... "

Durre silenced Maarij before she said something and moved her attention back towards me.

" What is it Diljah?. Hey wait no! Can I choose a name for you pls? "

' Umm.. yeah sure. '

" Okay then your name would be Khadijah, so that we still can call you Di! Yayy! Okay now Khadijah, tell me what is bothering you hon? "

' Its my family. How will I tell them that I've accepted Islam. They will kick me out of the house and... I cant imagine what Nadir would do. '

Goosebumps invaded my skin and I shivered at those thoughts of what would happen if...

" Nothing would happen In sha Allah. Trust Allah. You can hide your Islam until circumstances are in your favour. What else do you think can be done? "

Without thinking for once, I nodded my head. This was the best possible and suitable option right now, I had nowhere to go and I couldnt just risk my life.

" Allah never burdens a soul beyond that it can bear dear Di, never forget this. And dont think that you should show your Islam, its not necessary now. Because it had happened in the time of Companions of Holy Prophet that when they thought their life was at stake due to Islam, they hid it until they could. And when it came the right time, they declared faith openly. "

' So you mean Allah is not angry with me? '

" No dear, He isnt. Should I teach you how to pray? "

' Yess sure, Yess I would like to learn everything which I don't know or all the things I dont know. '

Dr. Saaleh:

I wanted to visit Pakistan again, atleast when my friend would be getting his date fixed. But I couldnt due to my strenous schedule. I was pulled out of my thoughts due to interruption of a phone call.

I glanced at my phone screen, it was Mehmood.

' Assalam.o.Alaikum how have you been feeling lately Mr Dulha to be, did we miss much?? '

Living on the other end of the city we got a chance to meet only during our proffessional meetups.

" Walaikum assalam, hmm. Come to coffee around 8pm. I want to discuss something with you. "

' What is it Mehmood? You sound stressed? How is the position of your company? Is it something related to Saubia aunty? '

I could sense unease in his voice and some shuffling on his side, as if he was thinking fiddling with his phone whether he should talk or not.

" In sha Allah meet me and I'll tell you there. I cant discuss here anything more. Allah Hafiz. "

He hanged up soon, and then I had already thought of taking Mehmood with me this time when I'll be visiting Pakistan.

Hunain:

Even though I distracted myself a lot,getting new orders and working on more cars trying to flush out that namehram girl out of my head but it was useless. As useless as a scrap.

Marking the bonnet with a fresh stroke of dull red, I mistakenly put the hand on my face to remove the hair that were disturbing my vision.

" Aww bhaiyyu you look so cute, that needed a picture right! To show to your wifeyy! "

Out of nowhere, Maarij shocked me with her presence. She was so nagging at times, I wish she could have been a car too so that I could modify her the way I wished. These lil siblings are so spoilt nowadays, they always think they can fly on cloud 9.

' What is it Maarij, dont annoy me again pls. I want some space. ! '

" Haan Haan mjhe bhi koi shauq nahi ap se baat krne ka, Amma has called for you. She wants you to see some girl, who has arrived at home. "

' What? Why did amma call her so urgrently! Lahawla Wala Quwwata Illah Billah. I guess she wants to fix my knot as well, along with you so that we have our receptions together! '

" Aww dear brother, that would be such a dream wedding right? You wont get any chance to pull my leg or do any sort of mischief. "

' Yeah right, I wont because I would be so happy that finally its time for your departure. '

" I think someone is very desperate to meet their new wifey and have the home to be all theirs! Ahem, see dad? "

This girl!

" Yes beta now you should see towards making your family. Till when will you look after two old people, you should... "

' No abba jaan, its my right as your son and my duty as your son to serve you dutifully until Allah wishes so. As per the marriage, I have already told you that I wont... '

Abba jaan was ready to cut off my usual dialogue and so, he pulled my hand dragging me alongwith him towards home.

" No dialogues son. Just meet the girl and I'm sure you wont be able to decline the offer. Right Maarij? "

He winked at her and they both shared a hi5 .

Wait. What was actually happening in this world?