Hashim's POV

I woke up with a severe headache today,my eyes were burning and red.Without meeting anyone I went to meet Wali.I wanted someone to understand my situation and a give me a good suggestion that what should be done next?

I was sitting in the park when Wali came.

W:"Asalam o alaikum Hashim!are you okay?"

H:"I don't know Wali...my mind is not working,I am stuck...what should I do now?"

W:"Man!I think you are just attracted to that kid."

H:"she has a name!"

W:"sorry,ok I think you are just attracted to your wife,nothing else,you got married out of sympathy,and it's just nikkah of one day.So I think his father made a wise decision and he is not even breaking relationship with your family.You both are not for each other,she is a kid,you are almost 7 years elder to her,keeping all these things in mind...I think you should divorce her.You will forget her soon.

My eyes became teary once again as he completed his speech.

H:"you are right but I don't know what I want?"

W:"You love Ayesha so much.Can you see her teary eyes because of you?No,you can't!so now the desicion is upto you whether you choose your sister's peace or your stupid attraction."

H:"I think I should divorce her.I can't see Ayesha crying.I'll try to forget her,you are right,that was just attraction.I'll leave her and I'll pray to Allah to give her the best life...the best life partner and all the happiness,we are not destined together."

W:"good,now go and tell Ayesha and your parents about your decision and call the lawyer for making divorce papers."

I stood up from bench and started walking towards my car.After sitting in the car.I started driving towards Asmara's home.I want to see her one last time.I know this is wrong but I can't help myself either.What a destiny I have.Yesterday I came here to make a relationship and today to break...

Yesterday I was nervous to talk to her and today I was desparate to talk to her...

I rang the door bell,the door opened by Shiza aunty.Yesterday she was so happy and today she seemed the most sad lady in this planet.

I said"aunty...I...I aunty...I w..want tt..to...talk to her please."

"She is in her room,go."

I rushed to her room and knocked the door.

"Door is open."her voice came again.I remembered yesterday I got happy hearing her voice and today I felt my heart breaking.

"Its me...Hashim!can I come in?"

She went silent,after two minutes I knocked again but no reply came.I opened the door and went inside.She was standing in the middle of room.

"H..here...t..take this."she said handing me the gift box.I got confused so she spoke up"Its y..your...bracelet...I can't wear it anymore."

And my heart dropped,I was unable to say anything,I hesitantly took the gift box from her hand.

"C...can..can we talk..??"I asked stuttering.

She nodded.

"H...how..are you?" I asked.

"I am good."she said with a sad smile.

I just hummed in response.

"I..I am sorry."I said while controlling my tears.

"It's okay...it's not your fault.No need to say sorry and best of luck for your future,hope it will be good."She said again with a sad smile.

She chuckled sadly and added "I know that was all because of sympathy.I am such a mess.Nobody can handle me.Aliya is good for you,best of luck."

I was surprised seeing her masking her emotions.Yesterday she cried because of a simple shouting and today she is so much strong infront of me.

I asked unintentionally"can...can I hug you please?"

She came forward into my arms.I hugged her back.I was feeling peace now,still hugging me she said something which made my heart bleed."Thanks for making me strong.Thanks for advising me to smile.Thanks for yesterday."and she moved back"I'll not cry anymore,what Allah has planned for me,I'll be given that."she said.

I was numb,she asked again"do you want something else,if not then you should leave,it's Ayesha Api's barat day."

"Can you call me by my name,only one last time?"I pleaded.

"I am sorry I can't."she replied.

"It's okay.I think I should leave now.Be happy titli.May Allah give you all the happiness,Allah hafiz."I said and immediately left her room.

I was feeling lifeless now as if my soul left my body.How will I forget her?titli...My innocent titli...

Dated 10th feb,2020.