Assalamu alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuhu...
(INDEED ALLAH FORGIVE'S ALL SINS) HOLY QURAN 39:53..
I request my precious readers to pray their salah if they haven't prayed yet before reading this chappy...
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Asfa's pov :
As soon as, I settled in the sofa opposite to him! I didn't look up and Mrs Ibrahim, started conversing with me....
"Masha Allah, my daughter looks very pretty " she said admiringly...
I'm not the usual shy type! but my cheeks turned crimson, on hearing her compliment...
"Jazakallahu khair, Mrs Ibrahim " I said politely...
"no, don't call me that! call me momma " she ordered, while giving me a smile...
"umm, Ok momma! " I said hesitantly..
"I'm, very excited " it was aala...
Then, everyone left us, to give some privacy to talk to each other and to clarify any questions, then he started with salam and I replied! then he asked me, if I pray five times and read Quran daily??? and Alhamdulillah I replied! then, I asked him the same questions?? and he too replied in yes! and I was quite impressed by his love towards our rab and then, he didn't utter a word so, I looked at him and he was looking dashing as all ways!! and then, he asked if I have any questions? then I nodded in no ...
then, everyone joined us and we said our answers and then everyone beamed in joy! and they fixed our engagement date this coming Sunday! and I was restless and more scared I don't know why? but the thought of leaving them, just scares me too much...
and then, momma gave me a kiss on cheek and aala scooped little one from my lap and then they headed towards their home ...
And, after finishing my salah, grandpa came towards my room and said
"I'm very happy, for you my child thank you so much! for saying yes and I assure you!! you'll not regret it my child " he said lovingly...
"Insha Allah, hope so " I said not meeting his gaze...
"look, asfa you know you resemble your father so much! and he will be very proud of you, of what you've become today!! despite all the struggles, so don't be sad and enjoy your life dear!!" he said...
"Insha Allah, I'll try grandpa" I said meeting his gaze..
And, he hugged Me "group hug without us" squealed the twin's...
And, they too joined us and then grandpa left and after wards imad said " I like him sisto, he is very caring, the way he took care of Zain Show's everything " he said...
"Ya sisto, he is right I caught him staring at you all the time " she teased me.. I don't know what's up with me lately, blushing each time I heard his name! but, I remained my poker face which irritated them..
"and, if he didn't took care of you! I'll break his each bone " he said seriously... And saffu laughed at his possessiveness..
Then, the rambling continued till midnight and then they left for their room..
And on Thursday, aala came to my house and I was shocked to see her in the morning and she said it was time for my engagement shopping, she told me that Humza already chose my dress and I need to check the dress if it's fitted me properly? and then, me Rey, saffu and aala left for the boutique and the designer told me that it was a custom made dress which Mr Ibrahim insisted specifically for me, and she made a single piece like that....
It was a ball gown and it was smeared with shimmer brick! And it was embroidered with thread work and It was pretty! Masha Allah, and when, I wore it, it fitted me very well! like it was stitched for me !!!
Obviously it's for only you!! My conscience mocked at me!!
and then, when everyone saw me, their mouth hung open....
"Masha Allah, you look breathtaking! wait till Humza see you, he will be awestruck by your beauty " aala said making me crimson with shyness...
After her compliment! I too wanted to see his reaction!! Ugh!
Then, she showed me my 2 inch Christian Louboutin heels and Zara clutch...
And, I was amazed too see his selection's! then, I too shopped for his engagement ring as gold was forbidden for men to wear,so we decided to buy platinum! and I selected a ring, I don't know about his choice but, I thought it will look good so, I bought this...
Then, came watch I decided to go with armani than Rolex because I liked it more....
And soon our shopping ended...
Then, we left for home and as soon as the days nearing I began to panic a lot... But I left it on Allah's hand everything will happen, for a reason...
And soon the engagement day came and I woke up for tahajjud, then I started praying after completing salah, I raised my hand in dua....
"Ya Allah! you are the most merciful! and forgiving! Pls forgive all my sins! Ya Allah, strengthen me in my imaan and Pls make me strong and unbreakable! because, if I broke this time! I can't handle it and today it's a new beginning in my life, Ya Allah! relieve all my anxiety and fears and Pls bless me for the new life and keep my family happy and safe "... I completed my dua crying heartily...
everyone got ready, saffu and Rey were wearing same dress
And, then the stylist came and she pinned my hijab in different style! then, she started doing my make up then I said her to keep it light and she used matte eyeshadow
and, it was very simple yet beautiful and she completed the look by applying a warm nude lip stick! and I was looking pretty! I guess, then we left for the hall....
After, reaching there I straight went towards the bride room and I was sweating profusely!! and I was nervous, then everyone consoled me and saffu hugged me tight... then, aala and momma came and hugged me tight
"Masha Allah, my daughter is looking like a princess " she exclaimed happily...
"my lil bro, will be having a hard time to control his eyes, from seeing you" she said teasingly...
I blushed like a tomato and then everyone took me to the stage and I kept my gaze lowered.. And I sat next to him! then the ceremony started and I gave him my hand and I was trembling and like always my hand was cold as soon as his hand held mine jolts of electricity passed my body.. And I looked up to see him and he was looking dashing in all his glory!! and he was putting the ring in my finger with so much adoration and then I looked at the ring, it was an...
Humza's pov :
After, the dinner I was beyond happy and I can't believe that she is gonna be my wife very soon!! then I did my ablution and I offered nafl prayer to show my gratitude towards my rabb! for blessing me with everything and I cried whole heartedly asking forgiveness for my sins and then I slept..
Momma asked me to choose the engagement dress for asfa! and then they were all busy with selecting the venue, tasting food and I went to the top most boutique of California and I personally requested the stylist, for a master piece, for my soon to be wife!! and then, I selected her shoe and clutch, then I asked aala to get her a trial before the engagement and then the most important, the engagement ring!! I got so confused, selecting ring and aala told me that she likes simple things! so, I bought a custom made emerald ring for her which was very simple yet unique just like her...
And, then Haan and me selected my tuxedo for the evening and I chose the black one...
After, getting ready for the evening we left for the venue and I got settled in the couch which was placed in the stage, then Mr Hannan came and greeted us and imad hugged me and
"call me grandpa, Humza " he said smilingly...
And I nodded, then momma was very excited and happy and then aala came with her and I raised from my seat, and the moment my eyes land on her, I was suddenly hit by a tornado! she was looking drop dead gorgeous!!! Masha Allah, and my mouth hung open and my body went numb, I thought if she was for real!! then, I pinched myself to feel it was not a dream, and then I composed myself!! and I was smiling like a maniac!! and then, she sat beside me and then the ceremony started and I put the emerald ring on her finger and her hand was cold and she was shivering slightly and then she put the ring on my finger and the crowd cheered with applause and mom was shedding tears and then everyone hugged me and her and Congratulated us..
"congrats! bro I'm so happy for you " it was haan...
"congrats, lill brother" aala squealed in joy.. While Zain gave me a kiss..
She was looking so beautiful and I can't hold myself anymore so...
"Assalamu alaikum you look breathtaking! Masha Allah " I said lovingly...
Then, she looked at me shocked! at my compliment! and her cheeks turned into crimson red and I was admiring her situation, then she mumbled...
"jazakallah and you look handsome too" she complimented me hesitatingly ..
I was on cloud nine, I mean she complimented me its a miracle I guess!!
I was grinning from ear to ear and then, we were escorted to dining area and I was seated with haan and imad..
They were seated on the different table
And, we were enjoying our dinner!! it was mughlai and Indian cuisine and I love the food very much and then it was time for us, to leave not before doing my work!! and after completing it, I too bid my good bye to everyone then, I spoke to asfa for the last time!!
"there, is a surprise! in your room, I hope you like it " I said while rubbing my hand in my nape...
She looked surprised and then she nodded her head in yes, and even before seeing it, she murmured thanks and this is one of her quality which attracts me towards her!! she is very down to earth! She respects everyone's effort! even, it maybe very tiny... And I adore her for that..
Then, after reaching home Everyone was hella tired and soon they moved towards their home and I changed into sweat pants and then I hit the bed but sleep was far away from me and I was keep thinking about asfa, especially today! I saw different emotions displaying in her orbs
Fear, scared, hesitation, nervous and little bit excitement too!...
And, I can't sleep anymore! so, I decided to take a dip in the pool and after swimming for hours!! . but, the smile never left my face and I thought what will be her reaction on seeing my surprise! and I didn't remember when sleep engulfed me...
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Phew!!
An update so how was the engagement ceremony do you like it...and what will be the surprise???
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Seeya until next time
-love noha