I'm utterly dumbfounded. On the other hand, Ashar is looking casual and relaxed with a small smile playing on his lips.He is in sapphire blue, cotton shirt, slightly wrinkled and his black blazer hanging on his arm. His rolled up sleeves are indicating that he is standing here for quite some time. The sapphire blue color is making him look fairer and smarter. His dark hair are falling over his forehead, almost touching his brows. That fringe haircut is giving him a different, boyish look.He ambles to me and stops just a step away. I feel as if I'm hallucinating or maybe it's all just a dream. But he speaks again in the same calm tone, forcing me to accept that I'm seeing him in front of me for real. "It's not good for your health if you're working this late.""How did you-you know I work here?" I stutter a question. I'm still frowning while moving my eyes up and down, examining his appearance.He shrugs, "I found out."I cross my arms, getting re

There are few things that are really disturbing me. Firstly I clearly remember in my last letter I requested Zoya's paternal family not to tell her about me. But still they did. That means she maybe knows about me since the beginning and even waited for me.I gave a chance to Ashar and his parents to completely disconnect me from Zoya's life and expected them that they would use this opportunity for their own benefits, but they didn't. That girl called me Mom, it means they introduced me as her mother to her. There is definitely something I'm missing.Secondly, they even named her 'Zoya' and it's really stupefying. Why did they give so much importance to my opinion? I had never expected Ashar to consider my name suggestion. The thought that Zoya spent all those years, missing her Mom is breaking my heart. I didn't want her to be sad because of me. That's why I told Hobsons not to tell her about me.Next day in the office, another surprise awaits me. The CEO of t

"Is this one of your ways to hurt me and Zoya at the same time? Why are you playing with a kid's heart?" I'm getting restless now.He groans, "You're thinking wrong, Sanaya. Zoya is going to get her long lost Mom and trust me she's very happy about it.""Stop it, Ashar. I'm still unable to understand what's going on in your head and why are you here bothering me after so many years.""If you let me explain I can tell you why I took three years to come for you." He whispers solemnly.Come for me?Did he hit his head somewhere or what? Back then he didn't bear to have few minutes with me now he's acting all sugary. It's hard to swallow."It doesn't matter what were your reasons. Can't you see? I've moved on. I'm not interested in knowing your stories." I snap.I'm overwhelmed right now due to countless questions and confusions and those hints in his words. Those hints that say...that say..No, let's not go there. I'm not going to t

Just before the sunset, I go to the day care center to pick up my daughter. By staying near to Zoya, I get to forget about Ashar problem and every other problem of my problematic life. However, that little kid reminds of my sin a lot more than before. I wonder how my parents would've survived after leaving me alone. Did they feel the same way like me? If yes, then they surely didn't have an easy life.I stop walking when I notice Ashar is standing at the front gate of the daycare with a yellow patterned paper bag in his hand. My mood is once again ruined.The corners of his lips curve upward into a smile as he looks at me. My nostrils flare. I don't know why he is keep showing me his puppy like smile. My heart flutters in a way I don't want to think about. He walks towards me. I stand straight and wait for him to explain his reasons of coming here."I thought it would be difficult for you to take care of her. But you're doing good." He again gives m

Meeting with Alfaro goes good. He has agreed for the trial of new gadget. If he'll be satisfied with its performance, he assured us that his company will sign the contract with Hobsons's Electronics. Throughout the meeting, Ashar remained serious and professional. I'm thankful that he didn't try any funny business during meeting. He asks me to initiate the discussion by telling the CEO about the most beneficial points of his new product. After few minutes, he joined me and used all the persuasive tactics to convince him for the trial. I'm happy that eventually we accomplished the goal. When Alfaro finally leaves the restaurant, I stand up from my chair and walks out of the restaurant while silently thanking fate for ending these torturous moments. But soon my relief disappears into thin air when I find Ashar following me. "Where are you going?" He inquires aloud. I stop walking and turn around to face him. "To the office. My work with you is f