~Safiatou Diallo

After I was done eating, I got up and went out with Tony, since my secretary was going to take care of the bill later. He took the keys out and went on the driver's side, so I took the opposite side and sat down.

"You shouldn't be driving on your state young man" he stated, like it wasn't obvious.

"Just shut up and drive" I told him

"Going home to take the suitcase?" He asked. And I just nodded my head.

After few minutes, we were already home. I got out of the car and went inside. Mama Tasmeen has already prepared my suitcase. She is like a mother to me. I've known her my whole life and she has been taking care of me since forever. She is also one of the few people I actually trust and really care about. My mother? I don't really remember her that much. But the bit of memories of her that I have are conflicted. In some, but very little she was smiling, but she was mostly crying and was really sad. I don't even want to think about it. So I just went in and gave Mama Tasmeen a kiss on the forehead.

"My big boy is finally getting married she said in her fine voice, pinching my cheeks. She smiled before adding

"I thought this day would never come. I dreamt of this so much", by now she was about to cry "but was hoping it would be with your one true love, not because of a contract"

I gave her a warning with my eyes. "But Mama, we already talked about this. I would never find my true love. I am not destined to love"

She looked at me and smiled. "My son, you will one day and insha Allah, you will not let her go"

I ignored the fact that she mentioned God above. She is a great believer, but I am not. Not ever since he took my mother away...

"Just go get married. I wish I could assist. But I am just going to stay here and get the house ready for her. At least I won't be alone" I chuckled at that, joking while serious at the same time? That is Mama Tasmeen for you

"Mama, so are you saying that I am not enough for you? Is that it" I asked with a fake surprised voice, putting my hand on top of my chest .

" You are and always will be my son. And you alone are enough" she said pinching my cheeks. By now you figured that she always does that. Even though she is old, she always takes care of me. I always ask her to rest, but she never listens.

"You are going to be late. Don't make your father wait. I will miss you this week. Have a safe trip son"she says giving me a hug.

"I'll miss you too mama. I'll be back as soon as possible." I said before giving her one last kiss on the forehead. I will truly miss her. I always make sure that all of my trips only last for a week at most, so I will be back to see her.

I take my suitcase and bring it in the car. She waves at me from the porch and I wave back before getting in the car. Tony drove off and we were now heading towards the airport.

After passing a traffic that I thought would never end, we were finally at the airport. Once we got there someone came to pick up our luggage. I just couldn't wait to go to Dubai and then come back to London. I can't wait to finalize this contract with my father, marry that girl and divorce her the next day. I am pretty sure the contract only says to marry the girl and then I will own 75%of my father's assets. Once all of that is mine, I won't need to stay married to her and I can finally release her and be single again.

I didn't have to wait in line considering I have my private jet. I passed the first checkpoint and then took a different road from the other passengers. I could feel everyone's eyes but could care less about it. After passing the final checkpoint without waiting in line, I could see my airplane outside. I kept moving forward, with Tony next to me and the guy with our luggage behind. The pilot and hostesses were already outside welcoming us with smiles.

"It is a pleasure to ride with us Mr. Qureshi "

I nodded before asking "How long will this flight be?"

"With us, we can get there in six hours" the pilot said. I looked at my watch and saw it was only 3pm. I should get there around 9 pm in london then.

"Okay then"

When I turned around, I couldn't see Tony anymore. He was probably inside, trying to choose the best seat. I went in, and found that he was already sitting and was eating the donuts that Mama Tasmeen made for me. How the hell did he get that? I was pretty sure the guy with the luggage has it.

"You got lucky that you didn't actually sit on my chair." I said glaring at him for eating my donuts.

"You are lucky that you didn't sit on my chair " he repeated with a childish voice

"I don't talk like that"

"I don't talk like that"

"Shut up Tony"

"Shut up Tony"

This guy was really getting on my nerves.

"I wish I didn't bring you" I told him, so he will stop repeating what I was saying

"Oh waw, how can you say that to your best man and witness? Huh? Your only friend? No one is going to assist your wedding. You actually are lucky that I am leaving my work to come with you. At least you will have me, instead of just having your future wife and Dad at the ceremony" He said laughing now. He is such an idiot

"The flight ACS 300 is about to take off. May you fasten your seat belt and follow the procedures in case of an emergency. Our arrival is expected to be at 9pm.Enjoy your ride"

"You know what? Just go to sleep like you always do. Unlike you, I actually have work to do" I said before taking out my macbook air and started working.

Because of the amount of time I am about to spend in Dubai, I tried my best to be in advance, but there is always so much to do at the company.

~~~~6 hours later~~~~

After few hours of working, I was exhausted now. I turnt off the laptop and made a note to finish the work later. Tony was still asleep, snoring like a pig. Being the nice person I am, I threw my pillow at him, and it landed right on his face and he suddenly jumpt. He looked at me like he was about to murder mr when we both heard the message

"We are about to land. It is 12 AM here and 63 degree outside. Please Fasten your seatbelt. I hope you enjoyed the ride."

"Now you now why I woke you up, you pig" I told him

"Liar, I don't even snore" he said trying to defend himself

"Who talked about snoring? I guess you are just aware of your ability then" I said smiling.

He just ignored me and kept looking out of the window.

"Wow we are already here. That was fast" he added

"Fast for you since you were sleeping the whole time"

"Let me guess, you were working the whole time instead of taking a rest. You need to relax once in a while Malik. I pity your wife" he said before realizing what he actually said. "Oh lord, I already feel bad for this girl, for having to put up with you."

"She wouldn't have to. I would be filing for a divorce right after I marry her, once I get my hand on the signed contract. My dad wants to actually witness the wedding before signing. And once he does that, you already know." I said realizing that my plan was perfect. No one would be hurt and it will be a win win.

The airplane came to a stop. A hostess came next to us and told us that we have safely arrived at Al Maktoum International airport. The car was already ready and the bagages were just finished being loaded in. I unlocked my seat belt and got out of the plane, the warm air hit me straight on the face. I looked around and saw that the car was actually there. I was finally in Dubai.

Dubai, Dubai, Dubai, here I am. After all these years, I am back to the homeland.

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Constructive feedbacks are always welcome

~ChocolateLoverQueen

Sep 27, 2017