CHAPTER XLVIII

Their journey wasn't full of silence, surprisingly . It just so happens that within just few minutes they've become so comfortable around each other. They shared different story about themselves. Stories of work and some other stuffs. Sadiq had been meaning to ask her the reason why she had ended her relationship with Mansir.

He once asked aunty yasira about it but that woman didn't tell her anything . Her reply was,he should ask rahama herself, it was her story to tell after all.

The car finally made a stop in their destination. It was a fancy looking Chinese restaurant.

" For someone who just came back not few weeks ago, it so surprising that you know all this new restaurant in a matter of days" rahama said to him with a smile.

Sadiq grinned at her " I have my ways. You will be surprised if I tell you that I own 30% of this restaurant , not that I'm boosting "

She was shocked " really? "

" Yes." he laughed at her shocked face " are you that shocked? "

" how did you manage it in just a short time. Sadiq you're actually full of surprises " she became speechless. Rahama knows that he has influences already since he is now successful and rich, what does she expect.

" well, the owner is a friend of mine " he simply said and park the car directly in the parking lot.

She nodded her head impressed.

He got out of the car not after making sure to lock her side of the door. She tried opening her side but was surprised to see sadiq already by her door side to open it for her.

" shall we? " he said politely as he opened the door fm Rahama's heart melted at his heart warming smile. Who would have thought that sadiq could be this cute and charming. She smiled shyly.

" yes we shall" she said once she got out of the car. He closed the door for her.

" but you know, you really don't need to open the door for me " she said teasingly

He smirked " I did what a normal gentleman would do. You need to get used to it from now. "

" get used to it? " she asked with a brow raised.

He mentally bite his tongue. She isn't yet his girlfriend, his subconscious scolded.

" uhm yeah, what I meant is whenever we go out like this as a friend I'll always open the door for you"

That wasn't the reply she had wanted him to say. Does he sees her as a friend?

" oh" that was the only thing she said.

Sadiq notice her change of attitude, she looked hurt. He mentally fist bump the air. This just confirmed it that she also likes him. She just need to wait for a matter of time before he can pop the word out to her.

They both walk into the restaurant. Already, sadiq had made a reservation. It was around the VIP side . Since he was familiar with the place,he directed her there without the help of a waiter or a waitress. The moment they have their seat, a waiter came rushing to take their orders. Rahama took in the restaurant. She was impressed with what she saw.

" so how do you find this place ?" sadiq asked as he gaze at her.

Rahama looked at him" I love the decor, it feels as if I'm actually in China. Gosh look at the wall papers" she pointed excitedly.

Upon seeing her smile, a smile also crossed his face. He loves it when she looks happy. She looks much more angelic.

" thank God you liked it. I was already having doubts that you might not like what you see"

She gasped at him " Why wouldn't I love it? . Who wouldn't love it after seeing all these decor!. In fact I'm already inlove with the place."

" Glad you liked it then" he smile " Are you in for a game? "

" Game? What kind of game " she asked confused.

Sadiq clasped his hands together " while the waiter is still yet to bring our food, why don't we busy ourselves with 20 questions. You will ask me a question and you must answer truthfully and I'll also do the same" he explained

She nodded liking the idea" Sure. so let's begin"

" I think you should go first" he told her.

" OK then. " she carefully thought of what she want to ask " why did you pretend to be a mechanic? I'm very sure their is a reason for that "

He saw that question coming and he was ready to answer " I wouldn't say I pretended to be a mechanic. That was the only job that kept me surviving."

She was confused " I really don't get you"

" I have this problem with my father. It was serious to the extent that I had to leave home. I had nothing with me back then and I refused to accept help for my father. I looked for jobs around but got nothing and the funniest part is that I came to find out that my dad and Mansir are the reason why I wasn't given a job!.I needed to survive badly which was why I put myself in a hand work which was the mechanic work. With few savings that I made for two years, I rented myself a house. That was how my new life began and luckily I came across you. " he smiled

She snorts" you called that luck?. Have you forgotten that we started off badly the first time we met?. Gosh, I still can't forget that very day. I met you on the road and then in the garage, all in one day! "

He chuckles at her " I still called that fate. Look at us right now, we're here sitting and dinning in a fancy restaurant. The spoilt brat and the mechanic "

She laughed out loud " You're right though "

" I never knew you went through all that and I can't believe that I was too rude to you. How wicked could I have gotten! " she sadly looked at him.

He shrugged " that was in the past anyways and it was bound to happened."

She  nodded I'm agreement" so, you're next. You can ask me a question "

He furrowed his brows while thinking of a perfect question " why did you end things with Mansir? . But if you don't want to answer I'll understand "

There is no day that passes that she doesn't thank God for rescuing her from Mansir. What would she have said if she ended up marrying him? Her life would have turned from bad to worst.

" No,it's nothing to hide after all. I'll love it if you know it too. Well, your brother turned out to be someone I never knew. He is a slut of a man. I can't believe that while we were in a relationship, he was out there sleeping around till he finally got one of his prostitute pregnant "

Sadiq wasn't even surprised at all. He knew his brother was a man whore and he had expected this to happen long time ago. He knew Mansir would finally  get someone pregnant. He really feels bad for the poor girl, she must be passing through alot with the child right now.

" so sorry about that" he said

She shrugged  " I've moved on from that already. What actually happened made me realized that I never loved him. All I felt for him was just a simple crush. Surprisingly, all the crush I have for him went away after what happened .  I  still blame myself for being stupid . He made me feels like a fool. Can you imagine that I had to argue with aunty yasira just because of him! "

He heaved a sigh " it wasn't your fault so don't feel too bad about it. You were only blinded with the image he wanted you to see. He was a good man in your front so how would you have known that he was someone different behind"

Her eyes were set straight on sadiq .how can someone be so understanding. This man really knows how to make her feel better.

" so don't feel too bad about it"

She nodded at him " Thanks I guess"

The waiter finally came with their orders. He apologized for keeping them waiting and the two waved it off, at least they got to know a little things about each other. They suspended the game till after they're done with their meal.

***

American rahama groaned annoyingly.why is sadiq not picking her calls?. She had called him for almost twenty times now and he isn't picking up. All she wanted him to do was for him to take her to any mall close by. she needed to get some little things since and she isn't familiar with the place.

She tried calling again, still there was no response. She fling the phone on her bed angrily.

" I'll have to find the stupid mall myself " she grumbled out to herself as she took her car keys from her bed.

She walked out of her room with her shoe making loud and angry noise. Her aunt was already at work same with the husband, if not she would have asked for their help. And sadiq is not picking her calls too?.

She starts the car and zoom off to look for any mall close by. She rounded all of unguwan rimi and still didn't find any. She then decides to look for a big super market. That will be much better.

At last, she came across a supermarket that is of two floor. She parked her car and went inside. She took a basket just at the entrance of the market. She then became her shopping. The last place she went was the perfume section,she  picked three out of the perfumes.

After she was done, she turned around to make her way to the cashier but ended up crashing into a hard chest.

" ouch" she groaned painfully. She pushed herself away from him and was about to lash out at the person but unfortunately the words refuses to come out at the sight of the man.

" Miss, are you OK? " the man asked in concern. She blinked rapidly at him and then finally came to her senses.

" ye-ah, ye-ah I'm perfectly fine" she stuttered

He smirked at her " are you sure? "

" yeah " she blushed

" sorry for bumping into you like that. I wasn't paying attention to where I was going " he apologized

" no it's nothing. I'm also at fault too" she said shyly

He chuckled at her  discomfort " OK then. By the way I'm mansir" he stretched out his hand for a hand shake.

She shook it since she was used to shaking hands with men. It was a normal thing for her" Rahama is the name " she said

" it was nice meeting you rahama"

" Same to you too" she said " I'll get going now. See you next time Mansir " she smiled and was about to make her way to the Cashier.

"wait rahama " he stopped her

" yes? "

" uhm,I don't know if I can have your number? " he asked hoping she would give him.

" why do you need my number ?" she asked with a brow raised. Inside of her, she was happy that a handsome looking man just like this one infront of her is asking for her number.

He rubbed his neck slightly " I just thought we could be friends "

She giggled " sure. Let me have your phone"

He gave her his phone and she typed her number " here it is" she hand it back to him.

" Thanks by the way. Expect my call soon enough " he winked

" I'll be expecting. If you may excuse me, I need to go make payment " she flashed him one last smile then left.

Mansir stood in his spot as he watch her walked away. He fished out his phone from his trouser pocket . He dialled in a particular number and the person picked it up at the first ring.

" Plan A was successful "

***

The two love birds finally  finished their meal. They vacate to the couch with was in the VIP room. They sat comfortable on it.

" Thanks for bringing me here. I really enjoyed their food" rahama said sincerely

" it a pleasure " he smiled.

" so, can we now continue our game? I'm not feeling to go home right now " rahama said truthfully.

Sadiq chuckles " OK then. I also don't want to leave soon. I love it here with you"

She shyly look at him through her lashes " really? "

" yes rahama. I really love talking to you? "

" why? " she stared at him waiting for him to say the word.

Sadiq also match her gaze. They stared into each others eyes.

" Because I can't spend any day without thinking about you. I really like you rahama, I don't know how it all started but I know I do. "

" I love you"

That word alone was enough to make her heart beats a thousand times. She felt this kind of tinglings inside her, something she has never felt before. Sadiq just said he loves her!.

" please say something Rahama . Just say anything "

Her lips trembles " do y-ou really mean what you said?"

He nodded " I do. I really do rahama "

Yes, she had waited long for this moment quite alright but what surprises her is that it feels surreal hearing him say it.

" why?" tears of joy were beginning to drop down her eyes.....

At the sight of the tears sadiq became worried "please don't cry rahama. I'll understand if you don't feel the same. Please stop the tears" he was scared.

She giggled softly at his worried self. The tears had reduce a little bit" no, I'm not crying because I don't feel the same ,infact I'm crying because I'm so happy right now. "

This confuses him more . He looked at her as if she wasn't running mad or so. Why would she be crying because she feels so happy? . Isn't she supposed to be screaming in joy.

" I love you too stupid. I really do" she smiled widely

" you do?!"

She nodded and before she knew it she was engulfed into a very tight hug.

***

Hope you enjoyed the chapter💙💙

Finally, they confessed their feelings for one another❤❤😅💃💃💃

So, mansir and American rahama finally met 😔😖😞. Any guesses on what he meant by " plan A was a success " ?

And lastly, who was he talking to on the phone? 😐😬