Shattered Bonds:Treacherous Path of Betrayal

e'? Ya Ilahi, guide me through this." He muttered to himself, perplexed by his own actions. This was not like him. Divorce, not once, but three times? Why did his inner voice speak thes

to drive away, lost i

Badaru, returning. "A'a Usmanu, don't tell me you'r

d, "No, Baba, I'm leaving now, but

ake sure you're back early," he sai

et gnawed at his conscience. If only he could turn back time,

ents he needed to review and sign. However, his mind wandered, preoccupied with countless trivial thoughts. His brooding extended beyond himself and encompassed

was still seated, unsure of what to do. "Zainaba, you be

ming back. He ended everything between them," Umma lamen

curiosity piqued. "What do

u, Abu insulted her husband, hurling a barrage of insults. She succeeded in making him divorce h

ppointment. "Is being a divorcee what attracts you? If that's the life you choose for yours

" before leaving for her own room. Zainaba sensed th

cupied a worn-out chair. He cleared his throat, si

began, his

eplied, her attention

Usman to divorce Za

embled as she answered, "Wallahi, B

omething, before adding, "Then why do you keep goi

"Wallahi, Baba, she's lying. She's jealous of me. I admit to seducing him in

that? Zainaba loves you for the sake of Allah. Why he

n up now. Please, Baba, let bygones be bygones. We are getting married. Just wish

a sense of resignation. "If that's what you've ch

erns aside and focused on preparing for their wedding. She completed all the necessary arrangements, yet she couldn't shake off a lingeri

uddenly, Maryam burst into the room, exclaiming, "Where is the bride?" Sa'ada managed a weak sm

nd muttered, "N

girl, speak up. Holding your sorrows alone won't sol

ith sorrow, "Well, Maryam, Usman has changed. He never picks up

Zainaba deeply. If it weren't for his genuine feelings, he wouldn't have been temp

e, Maryam? It has already been two weeks,"

eir whole heart to completely let go after a breakup. It may take years. However, I think it

d advice. Can we go now?" she asked, eager

They had no choice but to wait for his return. When he finally arrived, he a

r upcoming marriage. Are you still aware of the promise you made to me? We

o prepare and think about what to tell my mother. If it weren't for this divorce, no

parations? My problem is Usman. You're

ling me clueless?" he asked, anger seeping through his voice. "Please leave my off

her, assuring her that everything would be okay. Once they were gone, Usman slumped back in

in and charging, continued to ring incessantly. His secretary entered the room and said, "Sir, your pho

t a sigh, knowing exactly who was calling. Without checking

Are you shouting at me?" his

I just picked up the call," he

t the gatekeeper said Zainaba hasn't been there for almost two w

Katsina for a ceremon

why didn't she return safely?" his

responded befor

Amira had mentioned earlier when they arrived. The young girl had said, "Haj

ngs. But deep down, Hajiya knew Amira was telling the truth. "Malan Manu, we're going t

inely cared for Zainaba, despite her in-laws blaming their daughter for everyt

t. She gave Abu some cash and assured her that the kids would visit reg