Chapter 27

Hawa’s POV

[A few days later]

“I want to rent a place, Moud, just a small studio for now. One room, a living room, and a bathroom.”

“Why do you need another place? This house is big enough. You can keep staying in the other room; I won’t invade your space.”

“No, we can’t live under the same roof. We’re not married. Besides, I want to be independent and take charge of my own life.”

“But we’re going to get married, Hawa, and…”

“Yes, but I’m still married, not divorced yet. In the meantime, I want to take care of myself. I don’t want to depend on anyone.”

“You’re married, but not for long, and you’re staying with your fiancé, not just anyone.”

“Yes, but until my divorce is finalized, I need to focus on myself. I want to take responsibility for my life.”

“You don’t need to go through all this. If it’s money, I can give it to you. It’s no problem.”

“It’s not about money, Moud. This is something I’ve been thinking about fo