Chapter 12

He took her to his maternal grandparents’ house before they went to his paternal grandmother's house. They visited his uncle's house like Ummah asked him to, before they headed to Adam's house. He wasn't home, nor was his wife. He was glad about that because he didn't wish to see his brother’s face at that moment. Lord knows he wouldn't be able to control his temper.

He exhaled sharply as he parked the car where he always did whenever he came to see his best friend. He suddenly felt awkward that he came to the house with his wife. He stepped out of the car the same time Habiba did.

"I feel like there's something you're not telling me," she spoke gently, grabbing his arm as they walked towards the entrance. He gave her a reassuring smile without saying anything.

He pushed the doorbell button, and in less than a minute, the door got opened by her. He saw the shock register on her face before she could hide it. She put