Inevitable Destiny- Mayi Ri

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The meeting room held an air of seriousness as Fakhir, Nasir Malik and his manager delved into the finalization of the business deal. The walls echoed with the discussions of shipment date, fabric and money as Sameena, via video call also contributed her insights from Karachi.

"So, Fakhir and Sameena Bhabhi, we are all set to proceed. The advance payment is a standard procedure and your order being in bulk, makes it more important" Nasir, informed as he leaned back in his chair

Fakhir nodded, "Absolutely, Nasir Uncle. We value the rules and regulations and this deal is crucial for our upcoming projects" he gave his reply after getting the green signal from her mother

Nasir's manager handed over the necessary papers to Fakhir, who after a careful review, began the process of signing.

Sameena's voice came through the device, "Fakhir, make sure to double-check the shipment dates. We can't afford any delays"

"Don't worry, Amma... Alhumdulillah, everything is all set. The shipment will reach Karachi on the agreed date" Fakhir assured Sameena

After the paper work, he wrote the amount on the blank check which was already signed by Sameena. Fakhir then handed over the other copy of the documents and the check, sealing the deal.

"It was pleasure to work with you, beta. Zaheer Sahab ki parchai ho tum, Allah tum ko aur kamyabi aur tarakkee de" Nasir said, as he shook hands with Fakhir

"Ameen. Likewise, Nasir Uncle, and the pleasure is all ours" he replied equally happy and contented with everything.

"Chalo, ghar chalte hai... they would be waiting for us" Nasir said as he made his way out the cabin, followed by Fakhir and the manager

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"Aini, you did not eat properly. You could have asked for anything else" Nasir's wife, Ruksana said to her, as she gave a cup of tea to Aini and settled beside her on the sofa with her own cup

"Jazakallah, Aunty and please don't worry. I ate too much, it's just that I am a little tired because of the long journey" she replied, and took a sip of her tea

"You know, Amaira and Amir would have been so happy to meet both of you. But, they are at their Nani's house... enjoying the break, saare cousins jo ekhatta hue hai" Ruksana told about her daughter, who was in college now and her son, the same age as Aini.

"In Sha Allah, next time may be. Please do come to Karachi and bring them as well" Aini replied

"In Sha Allah. So, how is everyone at home?" Ruksana asked her

Aini kept down her cup and replied, "Alhumdulillah, sab kheriyat se hai. Badi Ammi had told me about the time when you all had come to Karachi years back"

"Yes, and at that time you were around five or six years old. I still remember Fakhir teasing and bickering with you and how irritated you got" Ruksana told, as she remembered the past times.

Aini chuckled at that, hoping that it's not something from embarrassing childhood stories, which for the record everyone has.

After taking a sip of her tea, Ruksana said... "But, look at the fate... you both are now husband and wife. Abhi bhi ladte ho dono?"

Aini gave her a polite smile and replied, "Umm... it's manageable"

"Arrey hato, what manageable, I could clearly see his care for you. When leaving with Nasir Miyan, he left you here so that you don't feel alone at the guesthouse" Ruksana remarked with full energy