“You went over all the basic important things you should check about your future spouse,” Ray said. “Did you want to add something to the...
Ammi seemed to wake up from her usual state of always being still and composed. “You will do as I say,” Ammi said. “That is all that matters.”
“Be careful what you wish for,” Sameer said. Hina laughed at hearing the smile in his voice....
Gohar’s sister shook her head. “This is enough,” she said, closing her fingers over the money....
The three friends moved off the dance floor to let the next group come in. Amani and Hina walked Gohar back to the stage....
“It’s about time you and Gohar made up,” Amani said. “We barely have any time left for dance practice, as it is.”
“You are talking to me here,” Hina said firmly, and Sameer laughed....
By the end of it, Hina did not want to look at a bridal dress ever again. Ammi seemed thoughtful....
“Go away, you don’t exist for me anymore,” Hina said, opening the door and letting him in...
“What is this noise about?” Abbu’s voice came from the living room. “I’m trying to read in here.”
