Chapter 185. A Twisted Love

As Moosa left, Irtaza leaned back, rubbing his temples. He was this close to securing his empire. He wouldn’t let Osmani or the Taliban mess it up.

Just then, Moosa turned back. "By the way, you coming to dinner tonight?"

Irtaza nodded.

"And Zahra?" Moosa asked pointedly.

"Yes."

Moosa hesitated. "Did you… go harsh on her?"

Irtaza’s expression darkened. "Very."

Moosa cursed. "She’s barely 22, Irtaza. And she’s terrified of you. You saw how she hid behind me last night."

"She should have thought of it before messing with me. I've always warned her. She didn't pay any heed to my warning, so it's not my fault," Irtaza replied coldly.

Moosa sighed. "Her father just died. She has no family here. You forced her into this marriage. And she’s afraid of you. Understand her emotional state. She is immature. If she were mature enough, she wouldn't have attempted an escape on the wedding day. Try to see her point of view."

"I don't give