Intro/Author's Note

Marriage. Judgement. Nikah.

So close, yet so far...

The words swirled through her head, as she rubbed her temples. Why does everyone have to have something to say? Why can't marrying the person you love just be easy?

He hid in his room, not knowing what to do. Sitting on his bed lifelessly, he watched the tears as they left spots as they fell on his sleeve. Not bothering to wipe them, he gazed down at the floor.

Closing her eyes, she called out to her lord, praying for nothing but the best.

As a gentle rapping came from the door, he rose up, clearing his tears, though they remained, weighing down his heavy heart.

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