I am starting to wrap up the story now..only a few chapters remain before we end this journey ..
How was Talia's letter in the previous Chapter..What do you think about her ..??
Lets start the chapter ..
Hope you enjoy this one..and yes time is moving a bit fast in the story..
This chapter is dedicated to my sister Ayesha Sabih, Zynab Sabih and my little brother AbdurRehman.. <3

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"Shahwar, amma called this morning.She won't be able to come until the end of this month."Ahya stated.

Since her pregnancy, she had become a cry baby.Her hormones and mood swings drove Imraan crazy.But their love only bloomed more.

"Its okay Ahya.There isn't much time left before this month ends."

She hummed.

"Lets go somewhere.I am really bored.How about we go down the valley."Her eyes twinkled as she suggested.

I thought for a while.I had become too lazy nowadays.I didn't even like getting out of bed.Something was happening to me.Salah, being in the same house made it more difficult.

"I don't wanna go.Why don't you ask others? "I insisted.

Zarah came rolling in.Her eyes sparkling as ever,

"What are you two planning?"She beamed.

"Lets go somewhere out Zarah.Maybe down the valley.We'll enjoy."Ahya manipulated the youngster's mind making her let out a shrill.

"Geez Zarah" calm down I said.My head was already aching.

"I'll tell everyone."and she ran away.

"I am not going."I said.

"Don't be a sport spoil."Ahya replied glaring at me.

Soon everyone strolled inside the lounge.Baba asked,

"So where do you wanna go?"

"Down the valley."Ahya replied as her husband sat besides her.

"Hm.That's nice.Why don't you all kids go while we older ones enjoy at home."Uncle Yousuf said.

Ahya and Zarah cheered loudly making Imraan place his hands on his ears.

"Women have some mercy on my ears "He complained.

It was so planned that Zarah, Salah,Ahya, Imraan and I would go to the valley have a small picnic amd return before the sun sets.

I insisted Mama to let me stay but she said that a change would make me feel better.As everyone dressed I couldn't help but miss Arsalan.He always knew the best places for picnic.

Aunty Meena made some sandwiches for us and packed them in the basket.It wasn't even afternoon when we left the mansion.

Ahya and Imraan were leading us in the black Escalade as Salah drove the white one following them.Zarah was already dozing off as the car hit the road.I was sitting at the front , frozen.My head was aching but I didn't dare move.

Green trees passes by us in a blur.It all looked beautiful.The greenery the mountains.The fluffy clouds that hid the sun.I rolled the glass window down as fresh wind brushed past us.Making my light brown tendrils to fall onto my face.

I closed my eyes feeling the wind.Silence had filled the car perfectly as no one spoke.

Sometime around early afternoon we reached there.A beautiful valley.Mountains stood proud all around.As the green lush contrasted with the brown.

Once the cars were park, I got down taking in my surrounding.The green lush carpet of grass covered most of the area as a river of crystal water flowed from somewhere between the mountains.Trees danced against the cold winds as birds chirped all around.

It was all surreal.I praised my Lord's artwork.

Zarah spread cover on the ground and placed the basket on it.Ahya insisted Imraan to take us to the water.

It was decided we eat first and then enjoy.I took a bite of my sandwich and looked over to the water.It flowed with an unstoppable speed.The rush and crashes of water had my heart thudding.

Small children ran along the water playing they seemed to know the place well , maybe they were inhabitants.

Soon after eating we took a walk to the small hill from which the view got more beautiful.Standing on the top of the hill, the lush green grass swaying could be seen and the river looked more beautiful.

Zarah took pics and Imraan and Ahya were already resting.I walked down the hill passing the green grass and along the water.Zarah trail behind me.The clear water was decorated with pebbles and stone.My eyes fixed into the water.

I leaned just a little, to get a clear look but my feet slipped and I was ready to go into the water when Zarah hand shot to be arm , pulling me back.

"Be careful."Imraan came running.I turn around too shocked to comprehend what happened.

"Can we go home now."I stated.Ahya also came strolling down standing besides Zarah.

"We haven't even enjoyed yet."Zarah exclaimed.

"I'll take her home.You guys enjoy."Salah interjected making me grit my teeth.

"Are you sure?"Imraan asked and he nodded.

"Okay then.You know the way back.Right?"Imraan confirmed as I walked back to the car, waving at everyone.Ahya winked at me and I swept my face away.

Opening the car door, I sat in.Moments passed and Salah walked around before getting in.He roared the engine to life and we started the journey back home.

It was still time before sunset.I wasn't feeling well otherwise I would have enjoyed.A peaceful silence spread around us until Salah decided to break it.

"What's wrong?"He asked.

"Nothing."

"Are you sure?"

"Yes."I whispered softly.

The car moved at a steady speed as the trees passed by us.The road looked almost barren now as no cars were there except our.

I glanced out of the window , too consumed by the beautiful nature around me.But I could feel Salah's eyes on me after every while.

"Shahwar"He called out after sometime.

I hummed still not turning to him.

"I am trying to forget everything.But its hard for me.I have rejected you but I am atleast trying now."He said.

"They are following us."I stated as I glanced at the side mirror.Two bikes were following us as the four men had their face covered.

I sat straight alarmed and looked over to Salah.His eyes were widened as he fixed his rear mirror.My stomach churned as if something bad was going to happen.

Salah looked quite calm as he accelerated the speed.His knuckles almost turning white.My sweaty hands rubbed against each other.

The bikers were now just behind our car.

"Salah, change the route, take a turn to the right."I stated.He looked over to me for a minute and asked,

"Are you sure."I nodded as I recited all the dua's I knew.

We made a sharp turn getting off the highway and taking the road that took us to a small village.The men behind us still followed us.

My sweaty hands clasped the phone but disappointed formed on my face as I saw we had no signal.

My panicked eyes rose to Salah to see his jaw set hard.He ran a hand into his hair.His eyes turning to me.

"Its okay.We are fine.I am here." His hand found mine as he tightened his hold.I swallowed down my dry throat and nodded.

I had somehow calmed me.His mere touch had soothed me.My eyes flickered to the side mirror.They were still after us.

We had passed the village as we came to a more isolated part.The water ran along the road as we moved forward.Suddenly I saw the bikers increasing their speeds.Salah noticed this too because he slowed down the car.

I gasped as the bike took over us and stopped.Salah pressed the brake , preventing us to hit the bike.The car stopped.The other bike was not the one who were before us.Salah glanced over to me.And smiled maybe assuring me.

"Its okay."He said again.

He opened his car door and got down.

"Salah..No..n.." I almost shrieked.I didn't want him to go.The men looked dangerous with their face covered with handkerchiefs.Strong built and dressed in shalwar kameez.I looked at Salah, he was already standing on the road.

"Stay in the car."He instructed.

Tears blurred my vision as I saw him walked to the two men.Salah said something to them.The bulky man pushed him back making him stumble.I yelled loudly and Salah turned to me.A knock on my window startled me as I turned afraid to the door.Two men stood there, they're attire similar to the two men.The man at the front motioned me to get down.

My sweaty hand opened the car door and I slid out.The man in blue clothes suddenly gripped my arm tightly making me cry out.He pulled me roughly dragging me towards his fellows.

Now Salah and I stood opposite to each other.My was still gripped by the dangerous man.

"Leave her."Salah grit out as he moved forward ready to lash out at the man holding me when he was held back by two others.He lashed out, struggling to get free.A cold metal was placed at my forehead making me squeeze my eyes shut.A gun was placed at my forehead,

"You move boy, we shoot her." A rough and scratchy voice spoke.Upon opening my eyes I saw Salah frozen on his spot.A shiver ran down my spine as my heart prayed for help.My tears finally poured down my eyes as I saw Salah flinch.

My breaths turned shallow.The road was silent as if no one had passed through it since ages.

"What do you want?"Salah roared trying to get free.

"Everything."A new voice spoke making me turn to the man who stood in front of Salah.In a second he punched Salah across the jaw making me yell out loud.

"You don't listen don't you?"The man sneered who looked like the leader among the three men.Salah grit his teeth out as he recovered the blow.

"Take the money and leave us."Salah said.

My heart pounded in my chest as the grip on the arm tightened further.The gun was still pressed on my temple and my tears wouldn't stop.

A man holding Salah scanned his pockets, taking his phone and expensive watch even his wallet.Salah didn't give a car.

The leader instructed the man to check the car.The man moved checking thoroughly.When he found nothing he returned back and whispered something into the leader's ear.The menacing man turned to look at me, a smirk forming on his lips.The other man returned to his position beside Salah.

Salah finally from out from the men's grasp.Placing a square blow to the fat man he turned to the other giving the same reward and punch him in the stomach.The man fell to his feets groaning in pain.

Salah and the leader stood face to face.Glaring at each other.

"You have a beautiful woman, I must say."the leader said fueling to Salah, his anger.

Salah gripped the man's collar pulling him in.

"Don't you utter about her with your filthy tongue"Salah sneered this time.

The man struggled to get away.

"Possessive much about your wife."the leader mocked.Salah turned his head to me and said looking straight into my eyes ,

"Very much."I couldn't understand why Salah was doing this.He was playing with fire.

The man from besides me who hadn't taken part in anything moved towards his leader.Salah and the other got into a fight making me sob out loud.The struggled against the grip on my arm.

Turning to look at the man who held the gun at me , I pleaded with my eyes.Bur he looked unaffected staring blankly at the men fighting.

I glanced at the gold bangle in my hand and remembered that Aunty Naheed had already asked about the other pair and I had gotten a good hearing from everyone on my explanation.Quickly taking it off I said to all,

"Please, take this and leave him."I said for Salah.The leader walked to me after he had received a punch from Salah.

He hungrily took it from my hand and in return did something I hadn't expected.He took the gun from his fellow and slammed the barrel of the gun against my head, laughing like maniac.Pain shot up my head making my world dizzy.Pressing my hand against my head I tried to ease the blinding pain.

"Shahwar"I heard Salah's roar.He was probably controlling his beast.I tried to keep my eyes open but it was getting hard.

The horn from around the place got everyone's attention and the men hurried towards their bikes.Riding away they never looked back.

I swayed a little as Salah made his way towards me.He held my shoulders lightly but in a firm grip.

"Shahwar, open your eyes."His eyes were worried as his face scanned mine.

"Stay with me."He almost begged.Energy drained from my body and I gulped painfully down my dry throat.

"Your hurt"I whispered, wiping the blood off the side of his mouth.

My knees gave off as I stumbled, Salah caught me on time.His arms holding me tightly.

"Shahwar."He whispered softly as I closed my eyes.The pain in my head was unbearable.My head was pounding and I could feel the blood that tickled down my forehead.

"Shahwar."He whispered again.His voice hoarse and pained.

I blinked my eyes trying to stay awake.

"Please don't leave me."He almost begged and I placed my head on his shoulder.

"I won't" and I fell unconscious after that.

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How was the chapter ..?? I tried to make it super nice and very long.. I worked really hard on it so I hope my hard-working doesn't goes wasted..
New emotion are in the air.. Owwh h..I'll update IN SHAA ALLAH tomorrow maybe cause I am gonna be a bit busy today also today is a 'taaq raat' to all the muslims who know..

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