Zarah and
Hassan had been friends for the longest time. They could have been described as
best friends but for Hassan’s girlfriend. Zarah was cautious because she knew
that Hassan’s girlfriend was not her biggest fan.
Hassan was
known in Zarah’s family. When Hassan would visit the family house, he would
call Zarah ahead to make a meal for him or bake for him or satisfy any food
cravings he might have at the time of his visit. They supported each other,
encouraged one another and they had a friendship that was worth admiring.
Years had passed and they both lived in different cities so they did not see each
other as frequently as they used to. Zarah was going to leave
for her studies overseas and Hassan was set to marry his girlfriend. Zarah and Hassan were not pleased that she
would miss Hassan’s wedding, she had been looking forward to it. So Hassan went
to Zarah’s family home to spend the weekend with her and her family before her
departure. About a month after she left, the wedding took place. She spoke to
the couple giving them her best wishes and for once, Hassan’s wife sounded
pleasant. Zarah took it that her insecurities had been laid to rest.
