Kulsum's POV-
I hurriedly made my way to my room as soon as they left.
And I don't know why but I was feeling sick to my stomach as my brain was replaying the sight of Esra and Abdul Razzaq.
I took a shower and something distracted me.
I suddenly remembered the word Abdul Razzaq used to call me.
Melekim.
Out of curiosity I Googled it. And the translation shook me to the core.
Melekim means 'My Angel'.
My cheeks instantly heated as my tummy did a back flip.
And I didn't realised that I was blushing like crazy.
I quickly came to my senses and went downstairs to the dining hall.
I witnessed Abdul Razzaq and Esra beside each other.
And Abdul Razzaq was listening to her with sheer interest.
His whole attention was at her that he didn't even realised that I entered.
I mean why would he pay attention to me? My subconscious taunted.
I took a seat next to Aslinan and focused on my meal.
Esra kept glancing at me as she chatted and laughed with Abdul Razzaq.
And surprisingly she seemed way too sophisticated than usual and he seemed to be a lot more interested in her.
My instincts were screaming to just jab a fork in her eyes and choke her to death.
But I just took a deep breath and calmed down.
After the breakfast, everyone got up and left and there were only me Abdul Razzaq and Esra were present.
I was picking up dishes when they both got up.
Suddenly Esra's heels twisted and she fell to the ground.
I quickly rushed to help her but Abdul Razzaq did it before me.
"Oh my goodness, it looks like I sprained my ankle." Esra groaned.
"Here let me take you to the living hall." I offered to help her.
"Oh no it's okay I think I can handle myself." She gave a weak smile.
She tried to walk again but tripped. And then something unbelievable happened.
Abdul Razzaq held her hand and helped her reach the living room.
I clutched my fists tightly as anger boiled inside me.
But I shook all the thoughts away and headed towards the kitchen.
I was doing my work peacefully when Esra entered several while later.
"Esra...why are you here? Shouldn't you be resting?" I asked confusingly.
"Oh no I'm feeling completely fine thanks to Abdul Razzaq." She smiled evily.
Ugh! I swear I want to punch her in the face. Next time she mentions him again I'll crush her!
"Uhuh, I'm sure he did!" I just banged the plates on the table.
"Geez! Relax...oh my God are you jealous?" She smirked.
"What nonsense why would I be jealous?" I avoided meeting her eyes.
"I wouldn't blame you if you are honey, I'm just so perfect that he only has eyes for me." She flipped her hairs.
That's it! She has crossed all the limits.
I finally turned to her.
"What the hell do you mean huh?" I folded my arms.
"Oh please, everyone knows that you guys are in an arranged marriage, and he doesn't even like you. You know whom does he likes? Duh...me of course. I mean we've known each other since childhood and we're basically perfect for each other. And today it got proved." She scowled.
Okay I'm done! That's enough! Who does she thinks she is. My blood boiled with rage! I'm not staying quiet any longer.
Abdul Razzaq's POV-
I was heading towards my room when I heard loud voices in the kitchen.
"Alright now you listen to me, I'm done playing this game. Next time I see you even looking at Abdul Razzaq I'll end you. Mark my words." Kulsum raged upon Esra.
Wallahi, what happened?! I never thought Kulsum could be so rude.
Obviously she might've gotten a little uncomfortable but that was way too rude.
I got a call and I left for my room.
Soon after Esra and I headed towards my office where all the biggest investors were present.
And surprisingly she talked them down to sign the deal I've been trying to get them signed for weeks.
That was pretty impressive. I'm actually impressed on how much she has grown and how she grew up to be so mature.
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Later that evening-
Kulsum's POV-
We Were having dinner together while everyone celebrated the new deal they wrapped up today.
Even Abdul Razzaq seemed to be in a good mood. His expressions were so sincere and warm.
I was quite happy for them but a part of me wished I could've been there instead of Esra.
Wait what?
That isn't me! Oh my Allah when did I become so selfish?
After the dinner I was in the kitchen doing my work peacefully when I heard a whistle.
I turned around to see Esra leaning on the door frame.
"Esra- 1, Kulsum- 0" she clicked her tongue.
Ugh! She won't leave me in peace. Okay then I'll show her what it means to test my patience.
"What the hell do you mean?" I scoffed.
"As I told you honey, I would make Abdul Razzaq fall in love with me. And today I took my first step, and as I expected it's working." She checked her nails.
At this, something inside me snapped and I grabbed her by the collar.
"Listen to me! No matter what dirty games you play, Abdul Razzaq will never ever believe you!" I flared my nostrils.
As far as I know Abdul Razzaq isn't a type of guy who would do anything that isn't within shariah.
Yes we are together only for 7 months but I know he'll respect me and our marriage.
My breaths became heavy as Esra pushed me.
"Oh really? Let's see about that, shall we?" She smirked evily.
And without any warning she picked up a glass and smashed it against her own head and screamed on top of her lungs.
My eyes widened in horror! She's definitely crazy! How could she do this to herself.
I watched in absolute horror as blood railed down her hairs and her forehead and the rest to the pieces shattered onto the floor.
She tried to hit herself again, but I snatched the piece of the glass from her hand.
She panted heavily as she groaned in pain.
Everyone rushed over to us including Abdul Razzaq.
All of their eyes' widened in dismay. Everyone turned to me and just then I realised, I was holding the piece of glass.
"What happened here?" Abdul Razzaq asked as his voice darkened.
Suddenly Esra being sobbing and wailing like a lunatic.
"Razzaq, save me please, she's crazy!" She pointed at me.
I could feel my adrenaline rushing in my body.
"I was just telling her about our achievement today and she got all furious and attacked me!" She wailed louder.
Can a person be any more evil? How can she do this?! I mean this is beyond craziness.
What is up with this woman!?
Everyone turned to me with horrified expressions.
No no no this can't be!
"What? No I didn't! She's lying she hit herself!" I exclaimed.
But Esra just kept on crying and Abdul Razzaq and his mother took her to the hospital.
And I was beyond shocked. I couldn't even process or keep up to what just happened!
Just then Aslihan came to me. "Kulsum are you okay? What happened?" She placed a hand on my shoulder.
"Please believe me Aslihan! I didn't do this! She did that to herself. She kept on threatening me and- and..." My breaths started getting worse.
I was having a panic attack. Aslihan quickly made me sit and gave me water.
"It's okay Kulsum, I believe you. Don't worry, I'm sure everything will be fine." She hugged me and I eventually calmed down.
A while later I was in my room walking back and forth when Abdul Razzaq arrived.
He had a furious expression on his face as his eyes darkened.
I've never seen him so angry before.
He then marched up to me and shoved me against the wall and blocking me from the either side with his arms.
"What the heck did you do?" His voice deepened.
"Nothing- she attacked herself!" I gulped.
"Do you seriously expect me to believe that? I might've believed you if I hadn't heard you threatening her this morning." He growled.
"Wha- what are you talking about?" I forrwed my eyebrows.
"I did not expected this from you! I thought you've changed.....but clearly I was wrong. You're still that manipulative lair you used to be." He flared his nostrils.
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