Ami was not sure what to do next and not wanting to risk discovery, she quietly went inside the room.These kidnappers are either dim-witted or just plain stupid. But she couldn’t complain because she was left with all the resources she needed to save Farinah. She checked her watch, 1:30 am. She crawled towards the window and peeked under the balcony, there, how had she missed the slide lock catch underneath the terrace floor. She approached the sleeping girl again and tested her weight, a bit heavy but if she did a fireman’s carry, she could manage Farinah. She stepped out onto the balcony again and took a glance at the rest of the suite, the curtains look to be the same as they were earlier. She was about to haul Farinah to her shoulder when her phone vibrated. It said, “Ami, stay put, Mansour and I are coming with a few police friends.” “Oh blast!” cried Ami a bit loudly but no sound cam
As Rain stood from where he was sitting and about to walk back towards the new plant beds, Doris, the housekeeper found him and told him his mom asked for him. He followed the housekeeper home, forgetting about Ridger’s disappearance. When he was back in the manor, Mrs. Gonzales informed him that Mabel messaged her mom. “So, how is she? Is she safe, unhurt? Tell me mom, the suspense is killing me.” “I know you are distraught, son, but please calm down before I proceed.” “Calm down? What is it you’re not telling me? “ Rain was so agitated, he paced the floor to and fro. “As soon as you are seated, I will tell you. Now, sit!” Mr
After 4 days in the hospital and a week after the shooting incident, Ali brought Ami and Mabel home to his parents’ villa in Al Reef. As soon as they arrived though, Ami asked Ali if they could talk. Ali informed her that he would be happy as he has things to say as well but not wanting to tire Ami after her ordeal, he promised he’ll meet with her in his mom’s home office the day after. Ami was baffled with his behavior, gone was the solicitous and caring man who came to her rescue. In his place was a cold person. Has something changed? At the moment, she did not contradict because whether she likes it or not, being shot at is not a pleasant experience she never wishes to repeat. Grabbing the opportunity to just rest and gain her strength, she accepted Mabel’s arm as she was guided to her room. As Mabel was also fatigued after being with Ami in the hospital for four straight days, her cousin left Ami and went straight
Exactly two weeks after the video chat in the hospital, Mrs. Gonzales and Rain arrived in the UAE. They were booked into a hotel in the city proper of Abu Dhabi. The Sheikha, unaware of the state of Ami’s emotions, brought her along with Ali as they went to fetch the Gonzales ' mother and son from the airport. Ami was able to master her emotions in the span of two weeks so nobody but her knows what is happening inside her heart. Even Ali was not able to tell as he too was trying so hard to mask his expression. The last time he and Ami talked was the day his intended arrived along with her family. Ami being Ami was all smiles when he introduced Zaynah. Zaynah was true to her name, she is beautiful but to Ali, her beauty does not compare to Ami’s. He was trying his hardest to ignore the pang of guilt he felt that day. Fast forward to the present, as soon as he saw Rain clasp Ami to his chest, Ali could only furl and unf
The wedding followed a week after. Mrs. Gonzales and Rain stayed for the ceremony. Rain was having a hard time trying to woo Ami. He respects her enough to give her space to come to grips with her feelings. Of course, after Ali and Zaynah wed, they went to live in Khalifa City A. This was Ali’s decision more than Zaynah’s but he must have persuaded her. Although both he and Ami vowed to be friends, he still could not trust himself to be in close contact with her. It also has something to do with his new wife. He wanted to be very faithful to Zaynah because the woman deserves it. Not wanting to keep secrets from her, both he and Ami told her everything. For any other person, it might be unacceptable but Zaynah ws very open-minded having given up her own love as well. She fell in love with an expat as well and had a more difficult time persuading the guy to let her go. Interestingly enough, both the guy and Ami seem to have a similar
That other boy was inconvenient but now he joins his mother. Pretty unfortunate that he is trying to destroy my best laid plans. I gave him money and offered my name but what did he do? He tried to destroy my girl’s happiness. Stupid, stupid boy. But now my love is returning, time for plan B. I must look my best, I feel this is my time to claim her at last. I can’t wait! It was only when they were all in the plane bound for the Philippines did Rain and Mrs. Gonzales remembered to mention the situation in the Philippines. Mrs. Gonzales and Mansour were in First Class but Rain and Ami opted for the Economy so they could talk as per Rain’s suggestion. As soon as the plane took off, Rain started telling Ami what happened before he and his mom came to the UAE to attend the two events. Ami was shocked,
“Relax Mansour, Ami decided to stay at her cottage tonight so she could look after her uncle. She requested that someone bring her food so I am just about to go.” “May I come? You know I am a spy for someone, remember?” Mansour grinned at Rain’s sour look. Rain couldn’t do anything but nod. “Sorry guys, I need to feed that cat over there. You know how she is if she gets hungry, becomes a tigress.” They all laughed at this even Mansour as he too knew about Ami’s appetite. Both Rain and Mansour walked to Ami’s cottage. “This is a cute cottage.” commented Mansour. “It is more beautiful in the daytime, tomorrow, we can show you around if you like unless you want to continue exploring the city.”
“Ohh Ami, what happened to you? You were never like this, what happened to you? Ohh my precious, precious girl, your mother will turn in her grave if she sees you now. “ Mrs. Gonzales gathered Ami in her arms. Ami was motionless and emotionless. "Rain! Come quick. " Just like that, Ami snapped out of her stupor. "Auntie Claudia, I am fine. Please do not worry, I just spaced out a bit. I do that every once in a while to calm myself. It is like a meditation of some sort, meditation a la Ami.” “Are you sure? For a while there, you almost ga
As soon as the door was opened, Robert and Jerry simultaneously hugged Ami, lifting her off the floor as they did so. Mansour waited until the brothers put her down, he opened his arms inviting Ami into his embrace. Ami hugged him briefly and before another tear fell down, she let go. “Thank you so much guys for being here but I have to go to town to find out more and to arrange for my uncle’s body for a burial.” “Come here, Ambet.” Robert said, patting the sofa. When Ami was seated, he said, “I have already gone to the facility and here is the medical report.” Ami stared at the piece of paper and then before she could change her mind, took it. It said that her uncle died from cardiac arrest from cancer complications..