This is something that I wrote long long before. I didn't want to post it because it felt cr**ppy. However, now I decided to post it anyway. Now I wanted to post it anyway. Please do like/comment atleast for the sake of forum's activity :P.
The story assumes Zoya left India because her visa expired.
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"Congratulations Mr Khan. It is so good to have you onboard on this project. See you in Newyork next week"
"Thank you Mr Johnson, it's my pleasure to be working with you" I replied
My Newyork project deal has been finalized and I will be leaving coming Sunday. I was always against these overseas projects as they keep me away from Ammi and Najma but this time I couldn't help it, because SHE is there. It has been 2 months since she left India and there hasn't been a single second when I did not regret letting her go. Now, it is time to do some damage control.
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"Asad! How come you didn't tell us about this earlier? You usually do not accept these projects !!" asked Ammi
"It has been finalized only today, Ammi. I myself never thought I would accept but the project is too lucrative to reject" I lied through my teeth
"I am glad you accepted. You have not been yourself lately and change of place will help you." Ammi sighed. I sometimes think she knows whats going on inside me exactly!!
"Since you are going to Newyork, you must meet Zoya. Also, her Aapi/jeeju. They will be pleased. Also, I will prepare some stuff for Zoya that you can take for her. She will feel very happy. Infact, I will call her tonight to let her know you are coming. " Ammi beamed
I got all alerted. I did not want Zoya to know about my visit. Either I wanted to give her a surprise or dreaded her response, I am not sure.
"Ammi! You know I am going to be busy there and I am not sure if I would get a chance to meet them. So, don't inform them now. I will call them myself whenever I plan to visit" I lied again.
"Hmmpppff…...Asad tum bhi na!! Okay, do as you wish. Let me get things ready for your travel" Ammi gave me a disappointed look and left.
I sighed and went to my room. I checked her earring and caressed it dearly, like I do every single day and night.
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I landed here yesterday late night, more like today morning. I am surprisingly upbeat considering I didn't sleep in the last 48 hours. I can't wait to go and see her.
"Yes Mr Johnson, I will be in the office a bit late. Ya ya, I am tired and this jet lag isn't helping me. Hope you don't mind. Thanks. Bye" I excused myself on the very first day of my work in Newyork. That's so unlike me but I heard love does these things to people.
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I rang the bell and waited anxiously. Is this the correct address? I cross checked once again the address that Najma gave me.
A man opened the door and looked pleasantly surprised to see me
" You are Mr Asad Ahmed Khan, right! What a pleasant surprise! I am Mr Anwar Rawal. Come on in. Nice to meet you." we exchanged a brief shakehand and he let me in.
"Hi. Nice to meet you too. I came to Newyork for a project and thought I will see you. Here, Ammi sent all these to you along with her love" I politely said, surprised that this man recognized me.
"Thanks so much. This is my wife Zainab, Zoya's sister. So, when did you come to Newyork?" He asked.
"A week before" I lied again. Just 5 hours back would have been creepy. "Are you going somewhere?" I asked them. A little anxious from inside as Zoya is nowhere to be seen. Would I have to go back without seeing her!?
"Yes, we are getting late for doctor's appointment so we get going. We are expecting a baby. Sorry but we should leave now. We shall meet again soon" Mr Anwar said
"Congratulations, that's a very good news. Ammi will be very happy to hear this. Err..okay then, I will get going too" I said, very disappointed about not able to see my Ms Faarooqi. Should I ask them about her ??
"No no. You stay. Zoya will be angry if you leave without meeting her. She lived with you for months there and misses you all a lot. She will be down in a moment. Please make yourself comfortable. Bye" He told in a slightly teasing tone and they left.
I am both excited and nervous to see her. Suddenly, the thought of meeting her is freaking me out. Should I just run away??
"Asad!!" her whisper made me turn towards her and there she is. My love. My life. Looking lovely like ever but her smile is missing. She looked dull and lifeless.
I can feel my eyes getting wet. She ran towards me and hugged me tight. I remember hugging her back and not sure how much time passed after that.
"What took you so long?" she asked me raising her head slightly without breaking the bug. Her sobs have subsided by now.
"For what?" I asked knowing very well what she meant.
"You know what I mean." She said
"No, tell me" I said
"Then why are you here?" I know she will probe me till I gave her the answer
"You know why" I said
"No, tell me" she gave it back.
"woh..actually.." I started. She let out a small laugh
"Even now woh..actually !!!!! We both know why you are here. I just want to hear you saying it. Just say it na, please!!" she said, her eyes full of expectation and love.
"TO TAKE YOU BACK HOME, OUR HOME" I said.
I broke the hug and gave a kiss on her forehead.
"Allah Miyan! Whats wrong with you? Cant you even kiss properly ?? When in Newyork, kiss like one" whined my hoity toity Newyork girl.
I let out a small laugh and this time kissed her full on her lips and we stayed glued to each other for a very very long long long time.
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Okay, that's it. I hope it wasn't a total waste of your time. Please forgive me for any errors. Please give your feedback – good/bad both. Thanks a lot for reading.
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