A magnificent building was built just a few distance from the towns central mosque. just a glance and one would know this house belongs to a powerful man or someone of high position. It has a large golden gate and about five to six cars were parked in the garage. The main building which was painted in white leaving it as the only white house in that street. The garden was so large that one could compare it to a football field, not many flowers were seen around the garden, it seems like the owner hardly visited that section. Even though the grasses were not fully grown, the flowers don't look well kept. The interior is more than what one would ever imagined. who would have thought technology will grow to this extent. Just the large sitting room is enough to make a lame man walk again. A large chandelier was hanged at the center emitting different rays of light. Even though this sitting room looks almost empty just the skillful designs on the wall is enough to steal one's breath for a moment. By the left wing was a small version of the large sitting room, four different couch were arranged there. An elevator which leads to the bedroom was built a few distance from the gym. A beautiful sliver stairs which also leads to the bedroom was also made maybe for emergency purpose. One is left to imagine how many more could be seen in this magnificent building.
Back in the small sized sitting room from the kind of aura the room was emitting would make one think he has arrived to another part of the world. Three men were sitted each wearing a serious gaze. They were all dressed in italian suite and black shoe except one of them whom had worn a white canvas instead.
"Umar no matter what you are getting married to this sister i have already started making preparations for the wedding. Can't you see that this is the only chance i have been waiting for and I can't let this slip by. i am your father and i know what is best for this family please try to understand what am saying. Abu safwan said to his son whom seem to show no expression at all even by his father's threat. Umar just couldn't understand his father a while ago he looks so despirate and now he is behaving like an employee begging his boss for mercy.
Abu safwan, one of the most richest man in country U. He owns lot of companies and buildings and was only after fame and money for he believes those things makes a man gain the respect of his subject. His wife had died few years back from a plane crash while returning from a business trip. He had wept for the third time ever. Well, the first and second were the death of his parent. He loved his wife so much and never in his wildest dream had he thought of a life without her but he didn't allow her death affect his aim of becoming the most feared and powerful man in country U. He was quick to get over it and continue pursuing his aim. He had two sons from his late wife. At least she left behind two successors that will take after him.
Umar was his eldest and his father's eye he made sure he did everything he could just to make his father satisfied excluding anything against islam. Bilal the youngest was a total opposite of umar, He was never serious except in the presence of his father. He was so playful and loves making people happy. He never allowed his father's wealth change him and this has kept many people wondering if he was the true son of Abu safwan.
After what seems like five minutes Umar finally broke the silence and tension in the sitting room "Abu why are you forcing me into getting married you know it against our religion to do so. Moreso i...
Spear me those speech of yours umar Abu safwan suddenly busted out before umar could complete his statement. I don't care if it's against our religion or not all i know is that getting married to this sister would give me more fame and respect, on the bright side of it, this is the only way I can achieve my aim.
Bilal was left mouth wildly opened by his father's words but he was quick enough to avert his reaction before his father would notice him. He couldn't help but wonder, what is this man saying. this his is son's life and he is talking about more fame and respect. He looked at umar whom seem to show no expression at all.He just can't understand how his brother had tolerated their father for so long.
Umar, i know this will be hard for you to accept but it the only way. The old man whom had appeared angry a while ago seems to have calmed down a bit. No words came out from umar's mouth as his gaze were fixed on the glass of orange juice which still remained untouched.
Another silence reigned as no one said a word. Abu safwan waited patiently for his son to speak up "Abu" Umar suddenly Said jolting the old man out of his thought. I will only marry this sister on the condition that she's ready to accept me willingly. What umar said seems to have lighted sparks on Abu safwan's face As he showed all his thirty two teeth looking like a fulfilled man. Well then I will be taking my leave it seems my work here is done i got an important meeting to attend few minute from now. And Umar he called out with an extremely serious gaze i assure you this sister is all yours.
He left the house leaving umar more confused . Abu's last statement was as if he was the one forcing the sister into getting married to him. What was his father planning to achieve with all of this. Well, one thing was sure, he needs to be ahead of his father. First by finding out what he his planning this time. Just so to avoid any implication that might hurt him.
Even though Abu Safwan was a bit arrogant Umar still love and respect his father. And always made sure to protect him secretly.
Brother Umar please tell me why you are doing all this to yourself. Bilal whom had been invisible during the whole conversation suddenly busted out. Jolting Umar away from his thought. Both brothers still hold a strong relationship even though they hardly see each other. They never argued or fight and tolerated each other differences.
Bilal i don't know why I find it hard to go against Abu's request maybe because I had made a promise to ummu never to get Abi disappointed or angry at any of us. When he had clocked ten that day his mother had invited him to her room and made him promise to that using the holy Quran as a witness and he had always kept to it. God knows how many time he had saved Bilal from Abu's wrath. Bilal was always getting into trouble here and there even when he was also the fun type.
He always reminded himself of his promise to his late mum whenever it was a situation relating to Abu.
Brother Umar you know it is still against our religion. Bilal continued after a long pause. Why trade your happiness just so you can make abu fulfill his whatever aim. When will you start doing things that will be of benefits to you alone. Sometimes I wonder if you are ever happy doing all these. Bilal couldn't help but say what he felt that moment. His brother had really been through a lot. why was he so selfless.
Bilal like i said earlier on i won't get married to this sister without her approval.
Who wouldn't agree to marry the first son of Abu Safwan. A very handsome man, hair so long almost brushing his shoulder, beard neatly kept and well built too. Bilal thought within himself concluding that his brother was behaving like a kid he should know this already.
' Even if she approves which am ninety nine percent sure of would you be happy". That question threw Umar off guard. He never thought of it that way. Will he really be happy in this marriage.
Don't worry no sister will like to be forced into marriage. He said reassuring himself. Bilal gave his brother a disappointed look he could do nothing after all his brother was always the strong head type when it a matter relating to Abu Safwan. what had made him like this why was he so hellbent into fulfilling Abu's selfish requests. He could only pray that someday or somewhere his brother would find true happiness.
Bilal i know you care so much about my well being and that very thoughtful of you. But please let me face this on my own and if i need any assistance i won't hesitate to turn to you for one. Same statement Again and Again but he never comes for my help.Bilal said within.
Well, he had no choice but to drop the topic for now. He was sure that at least his brother wouldn't do anything that would affect him nagatively.
So what was the outcome of the project you went to inspect. Bilal said changing the topic and lightening the conversation in the process
It nice the contractors are almost done with the building let say two month and we will be done. i hope you will consider my offer working with us. It will really help you make good use of your time.
Ugh his brother was at it again being the strict teacher. Why did he even talk about the construction work in the first place
He really miss the old Umar who acted more like a baby well that was twelve years ago. "Yes brother i will consider your request" he could only give an assuring reply".
I know you won't you are just saying this so I will stop poking you with the offer.
No Brother I will ......
Really!!!!!
Urg !!Ok you got me. You know I don't like working in the office. It so boring sitting on a black chair all day.
Don't you ever get tired? Bilal asked like a curious child.
" And who told you my work is just sitting all day".
Yeh obviously what else, don't tell me attending meetings and signing documents are work because they are not.
Really!!!
Yes! Bilal said taking a gulp from his orange juice in the process.
How about a challenge.. Umar asked giving out a slight smile.
And what is it. Bilal asked already interested.
You work in the company let say a week And attend to all my responsibilities. Am certain that you wouldn't spend two days before running back to me due to stress.
Ohh Really says a man who want to offer me a job in his company a while ago.
Gezzz, Bilal you won't be doing the same work I do when you work with us. Umar said already getting what Bilal was trying to do. His brother was looking for a way to escape the challenge. He will use this challenge as a medium to create time on finding what Abu was up to.
"So do you accept".
And what if I win what will you do in return Bilal asked he knew what he was getting himself into was not his thing even though he has the brain to take care of office related matters he just wasn't interested in that aspect.
when the week elapses I will do anything you ask of me.
Deal!! Bilal quickly said this would be the greatest reward he would be receiving for a challenge.
Deal!!!!!