Chapter 16

Zayed was on call with his brother Salim, the Ruling Sheikh of Zidra.

"Zayed. How is business running?" Salim asked.

"The company is a mess, Salim. We are signing a new deal with an Indian company. Hopefully that would help somewhat." Zayed said.

"So, you won’t be returning to Zidra anytime soon?" Salim asked.

"Not sure. I will try to fly over home next weekend" Zayed said.

"That would be great." Salim said, though his voice sounded dull.

"Salim? Everything alright?" Zayed asked.

He heard Salim taking a deep breath.

"The council members are getting on my nerves, Zayed." Salim said.

"What is the new issue?"

"The same old. They want me to divorce Camille and take a new wife who could give me an heir." Salim said in exasperation.

"What the fuck?" Zayed cursed.

"Seven years of marriage and she couldn’t give me an heir. The council members are overlooking the fact that I am in love with my wife. They want me to choos