12- Forbearance

Time flies in an instant, everything went pretty well filled with endless smiles and development of a new couple in a mesmerizing emotion, pulling them close to each other which one strongly opposes. Emraz thought about Rayan's words a lot and in the end decided to not force or judge her based on what happened in the past, they should start their new life, taking steps forward so there wasn't any need to look back. Delighted, he could barely sleep knowing tomorrow is going to be their engagement ceremony. It was giving his eerie sensation beyond his control to suppress, he was timorous yet elated to think about it. Looking out from his balcony, he couldn't help but smile and decided to call her. Isra who was sensing the same sensations as his all over her body, driving her insane, she couldn't help but to smile continuously but also feel nervous. And amid this state, she received a text from Rayan. Hey. I hope I didn't disturb you. :) She was perplexed at his text but replied, No, it's okay. So... tomorrow's the engagement. He texted again, trying to avoid using any wrong word this time. Yeah. I am nervous. I never mattered to you, didn't I? This thought arose in Rayan's heart but he couldn't say it. Good luck. You will always be in my prayers, Isra. Her heart skipped a beat when he said it as she put the phone down, covering her face, smiling faded and replaced by a strange feeling but it didn't last long when someone called her. She was skeptical if it was Rayan or someone else but he wasn't- to her relief. Her heart began to thump loudly when Emraz called. Clearing her throat she picked the call as his voice came, "Hey... I didn't wake you up, did I? Actually I couldn't sleep so I thought about calling you." He told her sweetly. She couldn't help but to relax and smile widely at his gentle words. "No, it's okay. I couldn't sleep either." She said, laying on her bed, staring at the ceiling. "I see... Are you nervous?" He asked but not teasing rather earnestly. "A little..." She replied honestly. "Me too." He did too, chuckling a little. "Really?" She smirked, not believing a smooth guy like him was also tense. "Yeah.. It's just going to be a memorable day and I just don't want any hindrance in it." He said, walking on the balcony, not wanting to stop. "Nothing is going to happen." She assured him. "Yeah... Still." "I should be timid and disquiet. It's going to be a big day for me." She said, sitting up setting her hairs, smirking while teasing him. "Hey, it's going to hold the same treasure to me as well. I am going to devote my life to you." Her heart skipped a beat when he said it. Blushing madly by the fond arousing in her body, attaching her heartbeat to the extent of falling helplessly. Lowering her head, biting her lips sheepishly, she was envious of her own fate which brought her to him. After a few moments of silence, Isra put her overflowing enthrall at serene and said, "Exactly. It's just unbelievable... Tomorrow I am going to start my new life." She sighed. He hummed, went back to his room and sat on the bed and called her in a rigid tone, "Isra..." "Hmm?" "Even if our time together was brief, you still mean a lot to me." He confessed, barely controlling the smile adorning his handsome face, putting hand on his chest to control his heartbeat. "You too..." She whispered shyly, pulling her shirt, not believing this moment, his lull-inducing words, tranquilizing her about tomorrow and the life ahead. "That's why, I want you to know I am here for you. You can trust me." He said sincerely, wanting to assure her he is not going to make assumptions based on her past. "Thank you. You can trust me too, I will keep it as my pride." She also said in the same tone but then giggled a little, "Well, thank you, Mrs Khan." He chuckled, smirking as well knowing her face must be scarlet. "There's still time for that." She mumbled. "Then how about Future Mrs Khan?" He teased and she cut them immediately after mumbling, "See you tomorrow. Good night. Bye." He laughed at her shyness evoking indescribable attraction in his heart for her. Indicating he is going to wallow in the upcoming life of love awaiting him and her. ~*~ Just an engagement ceremony, not actual marriage. Just a goddamn ceremony. Rayan constantly repeated these words like a Mantra in his head, slamming his hand on the table furiously but ended up soothing himself with a sigh, covering his face in his hand to wash out all the feral emotions building inside him which he knows are going to cause him do things he never thought would occur- surely a ravage. It's a big day for your Brother Rayan, you can't let your emotions overwhelm you! Mentally scolding himself, he forced out a fake smile, setting his hairs and got ready for the engagement ceremony. He set his black waistcoat on is white Kurta, wore his watch, hairs perfectly combed backward and sleeves rolled neatly to the elbow, his compelling form intensifying when the smile- fake smile plastered on his lips still his captivating form desired to sway no heart. What was in his heart was dismay, clearly covered with his facade. As he was mentally preparing himself, the door knocked and Emraz, being the most hypnotic guy, came, his hard features enhanced by the beard perfectly trimmed. He smiled and entered in his navy blue kurta and white waistcoat, resembling Isra's dress in shades. "Rayan." He called him, "Man, help me with this brooch, I can't fix it in my front pocket. Isra gave me something I especially want to wear- Rayan, are you listening?" He asked, breaking his rhythm of miserable thoughts. "Huh?" He blinked, turning to him. "Where are you lost?" He asked. "Ah, it's nothing." He smiled and shook his head. How can I tell you?