Chapter 151

She wanted to make sure Roshanay understood that there was a way to handle this without breaking Burhan’s rules, and that her health could not be ignored any longer.

“Okay. But I think I am fine,” Roshanay replied softly, her eyes flicking toward the window as if searching for reassurance. The window showed her only her own reflection, pale and uncertain. She wanted to sound confident, but the tiny tremor in her voice betrayed the uncertainty she felt deep inside.

“No, you’re not. We need to know the root cause of what’s exactly happening with you,” Alizeh insisted, her voice firm now. Roots, she knew, could be hidden for years before they surfaced. She had seen enough patients in her short medical training to recognize that even mild symptoms could indicate something more serious. Her hand rested lightly on Roshanay’s arm to emphasize her concern, a gesture meant to ground her friend and offer reassurance at the same time.

“Okay, Mrs. Burhan,” Roshanay said with a