Bilal

I went back and forth on the swing chair, a smile was on my face as I conversed with my mother. "I love the girl, she is very beautiful" My mother said which made my smile grow wider.

"I told you, she's cute"

"Yeah she certainly is. so I called you to tell you that the engagement date has been fixed by your father. He is so happy to know that you chose one of king Yunus daughter" My smile kept growing wider as she said. I couldn't control my happiness, my father is happy about the alliance.

"What date is it?" From the way I spoke, I knew she knew I was Extremely happy and anxious as well.

"Two days from now, and Immediately after that the Nikkah will follow the next day"

"Seriously?. Isn't that too early?, Are you sure she will be happy with this?" I asked. The date was too near, I just hope Ilham won't get too nervous and lose her mind like she always does.

"She is, we've spoken to her"

"Wow, Alright. I think I'll be coming to Nigeria tomorrow then" I said.

"That'll be very nice, And make sure you drag Fahad here as well. That boy dislikes Family events allot" my mother said and I chuckled.

"I sure will" I said. Fahad is my cousin and best friend, all he knows and cares about is work, work, work and food. That's all, he was too introvert like for my liking.

"Speaking of Fahad, Where is he?"

"He is at work"

"And you?, Where are you?" My mother was too inquisitive for my liking as well.

"At home, I just recovered from fever" I said.

"Oh yeah, I remember. Are you sure you can make it tomorrow?, Are you strong enough?" She inquired. Mum's and questions.

"Yes, I'll talk to you later. I need to pick up Ilham's engagement ring from the Jeweler" I said and she mumbled an okay before hanging up.

I decided to text my second best friend, Ameerah. Ameerah has been my friend since Kindergarten and we even attended Havard university where I, Fahad and Ameerah Attained an MBA.

"I'm going to grab Ilham's jewelry from the Jeweler, wanna come?"

           "Of course, I'll meet you there"

I immediately left for my room where I got dressed and came out. I drove to Kimberly Jewelers where I saw Ameerah standing in front of the Jewelry store.

"You lost weight, the fever really did a number on you" Ameerah said the minute I stood in front of her.

"Yeah, I lost 10 pounds" I made a pout.

"Sorry. Let's go in Please, I have to be at the salon by Dawn. Let's make this quick" She dragged me in.

We walked towards the secretary and told her we wanted to see Mrs Kimberly who was immediately called. Mrs Kimberly walked towards us and Immediately Engulfed Ameerah in a hug.

"Ameerah darling, oh my God it's so good to have you here again" She said.

"Good afternoon Bilal, your ring is ready" she said "Follow me"

We followed her towards her office where she made us comfortable by offering us a cold non alcoholic Hemberly herman wine, while she went to get the ring from the safe.

"Here is the ring" Mrs Kimberly walked over to us and placed the ring on the desk.

"Oh My God, This is the blue moon diamond. this is worth $48.4 million dollars, Bilal?" Ameerah said while staring at me.

"She's worth more than the diamond. And Mrs Kimberly, this is beautiful. My personal Assistant will deposit your money in your account by Dawn. We are having some bank issues today" I said to Mrs Kimberly who nodded.

"No problem. I bet the girl whom you are spending a fortune on is precious to you" Mrs Kimberly said and I smiled.

"Yes she is" I said "Ameerah let's go" I turned to Ameerah who picked up the diamond ring.

"Thank you Mrs Kimberly, it was great working with you" I waved at her before leaving with Ameerah.

"I'll be leaving for Nigeria today, so that I can arrive tomorrow" I said to Ameerah as soon as she sat in my car.

"Oh yeah, I'll come the next day. I can't wait to see Ilham again, that funny shy girl" Ameerah buckled her seatbelt.

"Me too, I miss her allot" I smiled. I remember the first day I met Ilham, it was at a royal ball. She was dressed so beautifully in a silver lace which made her complexion glow. The minute I saw her, I knew I had to have her. So I approached her and that was how it all began. From friendship to love.

I dropped Ameerah off at the salon and made my way to Fahad's office.

"Tell Fahad I'm here" I said to his secretary who sat at the desk.

"Mr Fahad is at a board meeting" she said.

"Alright I'll wait then" I sat on the couch "Samantha can I get coffee please?" I said to the secretary.

"Sure" she picked the telephone and made a call. A coffee was later Brought to me by a lady, I took it from her and Immediately started sipping while waiting for Fahad.

"What are you doing in my office?, aren't you supposed to be at the airpot?" Fahad said as soon as he walked in. After thirty boring minutes of me waiting.

"No, why would I be at the Airport?" I got up and walked towards him. "I'm going to Nigeria today by the way"

"Yeah I know, why do you think I am asking why you aren't at the airport?. Your mum called to beg me to come along with you" He said as we both walked over to his office.

"Yeah she told me to force you" I chuckled as I sat in his chair. The bosses chair to be precise.

"Well I'm coming, this isn't an event I would love to miss out on" He laid on the couch in the office.

"You are my number one guest" I said and he chuckled. The day went amazing, because I spent it all with Fahad.

***

Before night came, both I and Fahad were standing at the airport with our suitcase. "I thought Ameerah would follow" Fahad said.

"No, she is coming tomorrow" I said.

"Oh. well I can't wait to arrive at Nigeria. I miss Egusi soup" Fahad said and I chuckled.

"Me too" I agreed. Well Nigeria here I come and most importantly, My life, Ilham here I come.

Poor guy doesn't know who he is getting married to🤧
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