Shehreyaar beta! Dadi Jaan called his name with half excitement and half shock.

Asalam-o-Alaikum Dadi Jaan! How are you? He asked pleasantly.

I am good, beta. How are you? And what are you doing here?

Dadi Jaan was excited to see him there. Her tone was enough to guess how happy she was when she saw Shehreyaar.

Our university wanted to send someone who can represent.. ahm ... them for a science project. My students were taking part in it so here I am. He made up a lie.

Dadi Jaan was asking questions to fill up her curiosity but Hania was just staring at him. There was something in his answer which didn't satisfy her.

Her gaze was traveling from his fair, almost pale white skin to his unfathomable, hazel eyes contrasted exceptionally with his light-toned face. His eyes were as deep and expressive, as you could get lost if you stared long enough.

His smile, which reached up to his eyes and wrinkled them when talking with Dadi Jaan she could see a hint of pain in his sparkling eyes, which disappeared as suddenly as it emerged.

He was speaking so fast, which perhaps revealed how much agony he concealed within himself.

Hanan caught her staring at him to which Hania just shifts her gaze towards the floor.

Both hearts beat at the same pace for each other.

Dadi Jaan you should rest a lil. It's not good for you to walk much. Hanan was saying to the Dadi Jaan but Hania could feel the two orbs peeping towards her.

Hania was continuously nudging Dadi Jaan to just go out from here but Dadi Jaan ignored it.

Because ignorance is bliss right now!

She wanted Hania to get married to Shehreyaar but she didn't know that her wish was listened to by Allah already.

Have you eaten anything? I know a great place here to eat. Hanan suggested with a soft grin.

Hania was about to decline his offer but Dadi Jaan said "YES" with the speed of a lightning bolt.

Hanan showed them the way whereas Hania was giving Dadi Jaan a side-eye. She was not happy to be with him because the emotions of the past were rushing back.

Love, Betrayal, Hate, Loneliness, Broken promises, and many more...

He settled them down in the food court and asked Hania to come with him as he didn't know what Dadi Jaan liked.

On the way to the counter to order Hania hauled and asked abruptly.

You know what I like?

Hanan was startled and confused by this sudden investigation. He blinked several times that Hania had to rephrase her question.

I mean you only asked me to come with you as you didn't know what Dadi Jaan liked. So... do you know what I like?

She put pressure on the word "Dadi Jaan".

Hanan knew what she was trying to do so he scratched his mustache and feigned like he was thinking in depth.

KFC chicken bucket and Waffle fries Chick-fil-a.

Hania was appalled as she was not expecting him to answer honestly because she knew he was trying to hide his identity from her. But he was Hanan he would do the opposite of whatever she thinks.

Y-you... remembered. She stammered and murmured to herself.

Yes! He also mumbled and scooted away from her.

She needed a few seconds to process what just happened.

Hania walked ahead to reach him and ask him what was that but hauled when she saw a girl in her 20s come near to him and gave him a tight hug.

Hania was flabbergasted. Her jaw was literally touching the ground and her eyes were ready to poop out.

Hanan was also patting the head of that girl with love. Hania could see the affection in his eyes for that girl.

Hania wanted to swirl back and run away from there.

She was jealous and angry with herself for feeling that way.

Why didn't she think that Hanan could've moved on? Why she never thought that there could be a girl in his life? He doesn't have any reason to wait for her.  He never loved her because if he did, he wouldn't leave her on the hospital room bed that day.

Many words were driving in her head.

Hania was halfway turned when she heard him calling out her name.

Miss Hania!

Hania pushed back the salted water which was ready to break through her eyes. She edges towards Hanan with an unreadable face and stopped a lil far from them.

Hanan could feel the distance.

Her gaze was shifting from Hanan to the hand over that girl's shoulder.

I didn't know you have a company, Mr. Hanan. Sorry my, Dadi Jaan just wanted to be with the Pakistani people. You enjoy your day here. I will tell her that you have to do something urgently and left.

Hania said what she wanted to and was about to rush back but Hanan gently hold her by the wrist.

He could see she was jealous. His lips formed into the cutest grin. The girl standing next to him was also confused.

Hania's facade showed she was hurt and to clear the misunderstanding Hanan introduced the girl next to him.

Miss Hania meet Dua, the daughter of my friend and the precious baby of mine. Hanan tried to lessen the tension inside her.

The lines that formed on Hania's forehead when he grabbed her hand, started to vanish away slowly.

Daughter of your friend? It came out like a question from her mouth.

Hanan nodded and the Dua nodded as well.

We have another relationship that you are forgetting. Dua blinked innocently towards Hanan and was having fun teasing him.

In a few minutes, she sensed the connection these two adults have with each other.

Hanan shake his head in denial and looked at her not to do it this time.

They have the strangest and the best bond out there because he was the Godfather of Dua like Aliyaan.

Dua always helped him out whenever there is a girl out there coming for Hanan. At first, she thought this very girl was the same case but when Hanan called out her name with tenderness and warmth she knew something was up.

Dua shrugged her shoulder and tried to suppress her smile.

Hi! I am Dua. Daughter of Shees Farhat and the heir of Farhat constructions. She drew out her hand to which Hania grabbed it firmly.

Don't worry I am not here to snatch him away. I was here for my wedding shopping and saw my godfather standing here alone. So I thought why not surprise him a lil? Dua explained the situation with ease and Hanan gave her a grateful grin.

Hania mouth "o" and felt embarrassed inside.

Why do you always jump to the conclusion, Hania? She spared some words to herself in her mind while showing the kindest smile to Dua.

Hanan uncle let's go and eat something. I have something important to discuss with you. And Miss Hania of my uncle you are coming with me too. Dua excitedly took their hands in hers and dragged them along with her. 

They ordered Hania's favorite KFC chicken bucket and for Dadi Jaan, they ordered fried rice.

Hanan explained to Dua that Hania is a neighbor and his student as well. And how they met here coincidently.

Dua nodded and walked along with them towards the table where Dadi Jaan was gawking at them with confusion.

Allah Pak where this girl came from? Will she take away Shehreyaar from Hania? When we first met he said he don't meet his parents because of a girl. Is she that girl? 

Dadi Jaan was thinking all sorts of bad news and was preparing herself to let go of Shehreyaar just like Hania. It looks like it's in their genes to get to the conclusion without talking to the other person.

Hanan had to explain the relationship he have with her and Dadi Jaan felt like all the blood she lost from thinking came back rushing on her face. She was beaming now.

So... you're Shehreyaar's beta niece. Dadi Jaan asked again in order to get the confirmation.

Yes, Dadi Jaan. He is my best uncle and my second best uncle is Aliyaan uncle. Dua spewed out and looked at Hanan. He just smile in response.

Hanan leaned near her and spoke softly. "Aliyaan would have gone mad if he hears this."

Who would tell him? Just zip up your mouth uncle otherwise I will tell your Miss Hania your real name. Dua whispered back with a threatened tone and start eating her burger like they never talked.

Hanan let out a chuckle and glance at Hania with adoration who was eating her food silently.

After they ate, Dadi Jaan told them that she is tired and wanted to go back to the house.

Hania stood up and was about to call Izza when Dua with her puppy eyes asked Dadi Jaan if Hania could stay with her a lil more while.

Dadi Jaan looked towards Hania who said "No" with an eye gesture then back to Dua.

From my side it's okay but you have to ask her yourself if she wanted to come with you or not. Dadi Jaan threw the basket to Hania's court.

Hania was flabbergasted by Dadi Jaan's betrayal. She really wanna go back home but now as Dadi Jaan said she has to go now.

How can Dadi Jaan go back on her own? I mean... she didn't even know the routes of this country. And how will I go? Hania tried one last time but failed miserably.

Don't worry Hani aunt my driver will escort her safely. I need you more right now, please. It's my wedding. Dua's puppy eyes worked again and she thanked Aliyaan in her mind because he taught her this trick.

Don't worry Miss Hania I will take you back home. Hanan finally spewed out to end this conversation.

Afterward, Dua took them with her to the shop where Shees was sitting on the couch and Emaan was nowhere to be found.

Dad look who is here? She uttered with a wide grin and glanced over her shoulder.

Shees looked up and was too stunned to talk. Hanan was coming after Dua along with Hania.
He ambled towards him and gave him a big tight manly hug.

Sherry, what a pleasant surprise! What are you doing here? Shees asked pulling away from him.

I just came... uh... for a... university work.

Hanan didn't want to involve Shees in his dirty work anymore so he had to lie this time.

Oh! That's great. He seemed excited because he met Hanan after so long.

Hanan was someone Shees met in college and then they become really good friends. Although they were in different departments they hit it off at the welcome party.  Shees and Aliyan know everything about Hanan's past and what happened to Hania. After the accident, Hanan didn't know who to ask help from so he called them and told them he wanted revenge. Aliyaan and Shees were a really big help in hiding his true identity and giving him the new one as well.

Where is Emaan bhabi ( daughter-in-law) by the way? Hanan's gaze searched her and saw her coming out of the changing room.

Asalam-o-alaikum Bhabi! Hanan uttered and Emaan was bewildered by his sudden appearance.

Soon shock turned into happiness and an elegant smile was climbing on her lips.

Walaikum Asalam! How are you here? Emaan asked.

Just out for the work. By the way Bhabi congratulations. I heard that Dua is getting married and about the new baby as well. Hanan said it wholeheartedly.

Emaan gets embarrassed, her cheeks turned pink, and she thanks him with a soft grin.

Dua's mood suddenly spoiled and she yelled at the helper to get her dress in the dressing room. Hania and Hanan both felt the tension in the air.

Emaan's eyelids fell and sadness came all over her face. Shees took her in his embrace and whispered something into her ear.

Emaan's face flushed with red color and she nudged him and was gawking at him.

All of a sudden, the depressed air vanished.

Hania could see the love brewing into the air just by looking at them. A wish crawled up into her heart and her two orbs stuck on Hanan.

But she quickly murdered that wish.

Emaan and Shees were laughing and bickering when Emaan saw Hania behind Hanan. Shees also looked in the direction of Emaan's eyes so does Hanan.

Who is this beautiful lady? Emaan asked.

She is Hania Sikander. My... friend.

Hanan paused to find the right word to introduce her and Hania came forward to shake her hand with Emaan.

Hanan was startled at first because this is the first time he saw her initiating a touch.

Hi I am Emaan. Nice to meet you Hania.

Same here. Hania replies.

For the first time, she didn't feel awkward or scared in these 9 years. It was easy. Only for the moment, she felt she couldn't do it but when her hands touched Emaan she felt nothing.

No shocks, no trembling, no hesitation, and no fear. There was just nothing.

Hania was feeling a lil confident. The self-esteem that was brutally killed was coming back.

Hanan was so proud at that moment that Shees has to nudge him. 

Back to the earth my boy. Shees was grinning and Hanan just scratch the back of his nape with a shy smile.

The way Emaan spoke Hania felt at peace in it. Never in her life, had she thought she would communicate with a stranger like this. Hania didn't know why but she likes Emaan's company. They started talking on the couch and Hanan and Shees were startled at their friendliness of them like they know each other for so long.

Shees took Hanan to the men's section and asked him which dress should he wear for Dua's wedding.

Hanan and Shees were done shopping in just 20 minutes whereas Hania, Emaan, and Dua were still deciding on Dua's dress.

Shees and Hanan came out of the shop and walked around while chattering a lil.

So you wanted my penthouse for them. Shees pointed towards Hania with a head tilt.

Hanan just nodded in response.

I won't ask you why you want it but I hope you will tell me if you need my help in any way. Don't ever think we are strangers just because I have been busy lately. I have always time for my friends. Shees told him his genuine feelings.

After a pause, Shees spoke up.

So, how is your revenge going? Shees finally asked.

Hanan didn't look at him and was taking his time to answer it.

The plan is still on. She didn't know yet but sometimes I feel like she is pretending... not to remember. I mean who would forget this handsome face easily?

At first, Hanan started seriously but turned it into a joke later.

Shees didn't laugh because he could see the agony he is in right now.

Does it really matter? I mean revenge would bring nothing. Take Hania and leave that country. Shees tried to put his experience into words.

I can't Shees. This guilt is eating me. All this happened because of me. I am responsible for this. I just want her to live in Pakistan... peacefully.

Shees could see the pain on his face.

You mean "No dear! No fear!". Shees tried to lighten the mood to which Hanan just laughed off.

You will never change, will you? Hanan said it smiling.

Never! Shees smiled back.

On the other hand, Hania was so indulged in selecting the dress for Dua and Emaan that she didn't know how much time has passed until Hanan came to take her back.

Hania lets go. It's already past 8. Hanan whispered near her ear.

Hania looked at the glass of her watch and nodded but in her heart, she didn't wanna leave. Around them, she felt her old self again.

Dua stubbornly requested to have dinner with them but Hania told her that Dadi Jaan is alone at home. They exchanged numbers and Emaan told Hania to come to Dua's wedding with Hanan.

Hania promised as Dua was continuously saying she won't come.

Hania and Hanan left the shop and now were on their way back to the house.

Hania was on the front passenger seat and Hanan was on the driving seat driving the car. There was complete silence between them.

I am sorry. Dua is lil childish. You don't have to come if you didn't want to. I will make an excuse. Hanan disturbed the silence when he spoke up.

I will go. Hania said it in a trance.

In these 9 years, he never saw Hania smiling like this. He felt like a heavy rock lifted from his chest.

Watching Hania smile shined the courtyard of Hanan's heart.

For once he really wanna try to live. He wanted to plan the future with her again. He wanted to see what fate has for him. He wanted to catch a glimpse of  "Happily ever after".

Hanan was driving back to the house but in this ray of light he forgot to see what's coming behind him. A black car was following them since morning.

So guys your author is back once again with a beautiful chapter🙈

Shees and Emaan came into this chapter🥹 How is my Sheeman fam feeling?

Those who don't know who is Emaan and Shees must read my other complete book "HAPPINESS" to get the context🤭❤️

Hania is feeling her self again who is happy?

And who loves Dadi Jaan? She be playing the cupid between HaHa couple 🤭❤️

We saw the jealousy of Hania but let me tell y'all she will ahm be the badass character in the later chapters😈

Who do you guys think is following them?

The next few chapters are really important because we will be traveling into the past and getting the actual story what really happened that day when Hania got raped.

P.s spoiler alert! Our handsome devil Asad Bukhari is coming🙈

Till then bye bye cuties❤️ Have a sweet day and don't forget to vote and comment ❤️