Here's the new update. You might find some possessiveness in this chapter so stay tuned...
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Shiza's POV (Edited)

I was busy working in the kitchen. After Shehnaz Ammi found that maids in the kitchen didn't talk to me nicely, she scolded them and told them to respect me as a Mir. I didn't want her to scold them anymore because that will only create more hatred for me in their hearts. I don't want them to hate me. I had enough people to hate me anyways.

I don't want to add more to the already long list. So, since that day I have been allowed to work in the kitchen. I have been also making Shah Zain's coffee every breakfast now. Shehnaz Ammi insisted that I should make his breakfast if not the whole breakfast than atleast coffee. But he doesn't know that I made coffee for him.

Otherwise, he would never drink it.

So, in short he doesn't know that I am making coffee for him since almost a week now. He had been saying nothing and this made me happy. Atleast I can do something for him even it's secretly. It was nine in the morning but everyone hadn't reached the dining area yet. It's Saturday and everyone had off today. Although, Shah Zain do not take off on Saturday but I heard Jahangir uncle saying that he had something important to share today and he wants everyone home.

So, that's why everyone is home and not even one person went to office.

I'm wondering what important thing it must be. But of course, I can't ask anything. No one will ever answer me. I was busy chopping the vegetables for Shehnaz ammi's soup when Kinza entered inside. She passed me a small smile before making her way to the counter and grabbed an apple. She bit on it and started making light conversation

"So, how's your day going, bhabhi?"

I like the friendly attitude of her. She is the only person in this house who talked to me nicely. Otherwise in these four months, everyone would just glared at me or rather ignore me. But Kinza is exception. She never once bad mouthed about me. Well, atleast infront of me. I sighed while answering

"Nothing much, I'm just making soup for Shehnaz Ammi."

She nodded her head. I decided to ask her about her day but my voice died down when I heard a rather strict voice

"Kinza, yahan kia kar rahi hu tum?"

(Kinza, what are you doing here?)

It was Yusra chachi. She was glaring hard at Kinza. She replied back

"Mama, I'm just talking with bhabhi."

Yusra Chachi passed me a displeased look before turning to her and warned her

"Come outside right now. I don't want to see you anywhere near this peasant."

Her words hurts so bad. I stopped my movements. She was directly insulting me. I didn't look up because once I did, I knew I would cry and I'd be damned if I cry infront of her. I heard Kinza taking a deep breath before she made her way out. But before going out, she turned around and apologized

"I apologized on behalf of mama, bhabhi. She shouldn't have said that."

Her voice held sincerity and that was enough for me. I forced back a small smile before saying

"It's all ok. I don't mind it."

It's not true. But she doesn't have to know that. She smiled before making her way out of the kitchen. I closed my eyes and took deep breaths to control myself. I heard some snickering sounds and when I looked up, I found Zarnish standing there along with Nimra. They both were laughing and I know they are laughing at me. Nimra was always so sweet and kind. How did she change so much?

Zarnish then stated rather patronizingly

"Aww, did you again get insulted? Well, what's new for you? You took this upon yourself by agreeing to marry Zain. But I guess you're used to it now."

I remained quiet. I didn't say anything. I don't want to create a scene early in the morning. When I didn't reply, she again continued

"Remember that no one will ever accept you especially Shah Zain. He never once wanted to marry you. You are a burden and you will always be. Mark my words! He will never treat you as a wife."

It was getting hard for me to control. She can't just say anything infront of my face. So, this time instead I answered her

"You yourself said that I should have been used to it now. Then, why do you waste your energy everyday to remind me that. You shouldn't waste your precious time in reminding me those things that I already have memorized by heart, Zarnish."

At my comment, she became unusually quiet. Maybe, she wasn't expecting that. But I have a limit too. I was tired of them always making me feel outcast. She huffed before making her way out. Nimra tagging along with her. I sighed. So much drama for morning! I don't know how much still awaits for me. I finished making the soup quickly before pouring it in the bowl and placed it on the tray.

But in this my hand got burned a little. But before I could wash it, I heard the sounds of people filling in the dining area. I'm already a little late and Shehnaz Ammi has take her to medicines on time, so I took the tray and went out ignoring the burning sensation I was feeling on my hand due to the burn...
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Everyone was already at the table. I placed the tray of soup infront of Shehnaz Ammi. Her face was instantly covered with a smile and it made me happy. My sour mood brightened and I smiled happily at her.

I took great caution in keeping my burned hand hidden. I took my seat beside Shah Zain and as always he didn't acknowledge me. Zohra aunty rolled her eyes before digging into breakfast. When Shehnaz Ammi took the first bite, she smiled and then turned towards me. She then stated

"It's delicious, beta. May God bless your hands."

I smiled shyly before thanking her

"Thank you, Shehnaz Ammi."

A frown etched onto her face after listening to that. She then sighed and said

"Beta, stop calling me Shehnaz Ammi. Call me dado like everyone else."

At her words, I stilled. How come?? When I didn't say anything, she again began

"Yes, beta. You are daughter in law of this house too. Call me dado as everyone else here."

I nodded my head before muttering quietly under my breath

"As you say, dado."

She beamed before again continuing her food. I also started to eat my food silently.

The whole breakfast passed silently like that with everyone enjoying their own meal.

We were all now free from breakfast. But everyone were still at the table. Jahangir uncle wanted to share something. We all are waiting for him to begin but he didn't say anything for about five minutes now. Shah Zain muttered frustratingly

"Baba, come on say already."

Jahangir uncle sighed before saying

"There is a party held tonight at the La'Vila Ball tonight. I want you to attend that event."

I don't know a thing about it but since everyone nodded their head it seemed like they all already know about it. I knew for sure that they had attended these events many times. Shah Zain nodded his head before saying

"Ok, baba. I will go."

But Jahangir uncle sighed and stated

"But you will be not going alone."

Shah Zain again nodded and said

"Yeah, dad I know about that. I always attend that function with Zarnish. Why are you telling me this like it's my first time?"

Uncle sighed heavily before again muttering

"I know it's not your first time going there but the thing that changed is...now you're married."

At this point, everyone was quiet. No one said anything. Shah Zain was as still as a stone. I shifted uncomfortably in my spot. Finally, after a very long time, Shah Zain just sighed. Jahangir uncle then said

"You have to attend this function with Shiza as your wife. This will be her first public appearance as your wife."

I sat quiet and kept my eyes down casted. Shah Zain contemplated saying anything. He was quiet not saying anything. Zarnish looked frustrated before she stated rather hastily

"But I have been attending that function with Zain since long time. Why can't I attend it now?"

No one said anything. Dado finally began

"Beta, Shah Zain was not married then. But now he is and it will be inappropriate if he doesn't attend it with his wife by his side. We don't want our business rivals to be suspicious off us. It will be too bad for our company."

Zarnish took a long huffed breath before muttering angrily

"It's not fair."

She ran upstairs and slammed her door shut. I flinched at the loud sound. Zohra aunty stated accusingly

"Why can't my family be happy at once? Why did you have to disturb everyone?"

She narrowed her eyes at me. Dado immediately scolded her

"Zohra, isme is bacchi to kiun dant rahi hu. Isme iski koi galti nhi ha."

Zohra aunty huffed and left the room also. Everyone also left the room eventually. It was only me and Shah Zain now. He was still standing there. His head was down. When he didn't say anything, I decided to say

"If you don't want me to, I won't attend it."

He didn't say anything again. All I heard was a sigh. I sighed trying my luck again

"I know you must be angry but I really don't mind if you want to go there with Zarnish. I understand completely.."

But I was cut off in between with his rushed voice

"Just go and do preparations to get dressed. I'll have someone deliver your dress."

I looked at him wide eyed. He is taking me with him. He don't mind me accompanying him. I overcome my shock before walking upstairs. But I was about to reach the end of the stairs when his voice again reached me

"Ask Kinza to help you in make over."

I nodded my head before making my way to my room.
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Kinza placed the brush back on the table and only then I took a deep breath. Since atleast two hours, I have been sitting here infront of the vanity table. I politely asked Kinza to help me in makeover and she as always graciously agreed. She even seemed more excited than me. All the time I could her hear her comments like

'Oh my god. You're attending an event first time with bhai.'

'He has to keep his eyes only for you.'

I didn't say anything on that comments other than smiling. Well, I asked her to keep my face as minimal as possible. I don't want to dolled up. I want to look as decent as ever. She did agreed and kept my makeup minimal as possible. I opened my eyes and I was totally amazed by her skills.

My eyes were covered in brown shades. My face was bronzed and lightly blushed. My hairs were tied in a fairly low ponytail. My hairs were given little bit of curl to have them look bouncy. My lips had brownish pink shade which beautifully enhanced my features. I turned to Kinza before thanking her

"Thank you so much. You're just amazing."

She chuckled before she shook her head and simply stated

"I'm nothing. You're just perfect."

I blushed at her comments causing her to laugh. Suddenly, Kinza gasped and stated

"I forgot one thing. I'll be right back."

I nodded my head confused at her behavior. Soon after, she came back. But she was holding a box in her hand. When she opened it, my eyes widened. It has the most beautiful pair of necklace and earrings. It was so beautiful yet so dainty. They were amazing. She smiled sheepishly before saying

"This is for you."

My eyes widened even more. I shook my head and denied

"No, I can't accept it. It looks way too expensive."

Kinza chuckled before assuring

"Bhabhi, don't worry. It is for you."

Confusion was all on my face. What is she meaning? She sighed before saying like it's a very big achievement

"Shah Zain bhai has asked me specifically to hand this to you."

No way. It's not possible. He will never buy something for me. I was still in dilemma when Kinza urges me to wear it. I finally gave up and wore the earrings and then the necklace. I hate to admit it, but it did enhance my look ten thousand times. The small and intricate detailing on it was chef's kiss. It was so gorgeous. Kinza gasped before dramatically exclaiming

"Bhai wil be lost in your beauty today, bhabhi. I'm telling you."

I laughed before standing up and wearing my heels. I last checked my attire in the mirror before turning to Kinza. I again thanked her

"Once again thank you lots for helping me."

She showed me a waving hand before saying

"I'll take my leave now. I need to finish my work."

I nodded my head and she left. I sighed. I looked at the saree that was given to me. It was a beauty bluish grey color with a quarter sleeves blouse with the same color. The saree has floral print on it with silver lines on it. It was a really expensive. The material was speaking it all. I took the clutch in my hand before making my way out of the room. My heart was hammering loud in my chest. It will be my first ever appearance with him as a wife. I wonder how it will go.

I sighed climbing down the stairs..

(The Necklace and the Earrings)

(Shiza's Dress)
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As I descended downstairs. I saw Shehnaz Ammi..I mean dado sitting on the sofa. When she saw me, she beamed before standing up. She kissed my forehead before blowing Quranic Verses on me. She then said

"Mashallah. You are looking so beautiful, meri jan."

I smiled shyly and thanked her. Shah Zain was nowhere to be seen. I roamed my eyes to find him but no. He was not present. This made me a little disappointed. Where is he? Did he leave without me? Before I could think worst, dado's voice reached me

"Don't worry, he's waiting outside for you."

I blushed before bidding her farewell.

She laughed before saying

"Have fun, beta."

I nodded my head before making my way outside. Again, the nervousness enveloped me. It's like the air was stuffing me out. I was anxious of how he will look at me? Will he approve my look? Soon, I reached in the parking lot and found him leaning against his car scrolling down his phone. He was clad in a light grey pants with crisp white shirt with grey colored coat on top. His wrist supported his favourite Rolex watch. His hairs were perfectly gelled back but one strand managed to sneak out and stayed on his forehead. He looked damn attractive. I was busy looking at him that I didn't notice when he was standing right infront of me.

My breath hitched.

He looked at me with prey like eyes. His stare was hard and intense. It's like he was seeing me see through. I shifted uncomfortably in my place. I wondered what is going on his mind? Is he contemplating whether to compliment me or not? I guess that is. After painful two minutes, he managed to clear his throat.

He finally muttered lowly

"You look different."

That's all I get. But still my eyes widened. He never once complimented me so even this one is a success. Well, he didn't say anything and started walking towards the car. He opened the door to the passenger seat and I slipped inside. He took the driving seat before bringing the engine to life and driving away.

The whole ride passed with us sitting in silence.

He killed the engine as we reached the venue. He parked the car before opening his door. I stayed rooted. I heard footsteps before the door to my side opened and he forwarded his hand. He is acting oddly weird. When I didn't put my hand, he motioned me to with his eyes. I immediately placed my small hands in his and stepped out of the car. I sighed taking a deep breath. I'm nervous. I'm very nervous. I never attended business parties ever in my life. I will be an outcast there. But my thoughts went in the bin when his straight voice reached me

"Relax and take deep breaths."

I hitched before relaxing and taking deep breaths. I feel somewhat good now. I straightened up and I thought we were about to enter when again his velvet voice reached my ears

"Stay by my side everytime, ok."

His words held some kind of... possessiveness maybe. I nodded my head and the door opened and we entered inside gaining everyone's attention...

(Shah Zain's Attire)

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Phew!! After a very long time a long chapter. I really hope you all like it. Shah Zain's behavior with Shiza is odd today. What do you think will happen next?
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I'll see you soon. Till then take care
Allah Hafiz
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