22. HASBI ALLAH

“And whoever fears Allah - He will make for him a way out (from every difficulty). And will provide for him from where he does not expect. And whoever relies upon Allah - then He is sufficient for him. Indeed, Allah will accomplish His purpose. Allah has already set for everything a [decreed] extent. (QURAN 65:2-3)

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"Who?" The Guard asked and I felt my hope shattering.

'Ya Allah. What will I do now? It's almost Isha—where would I go at this time of night?'

"Haadiya Ameen? I have her card here—" I began to fumble with my backpack to take out the card which Haadi had given to me 4 years ago. I knew there was a huge possibility that I might not find her by showing up at her door after so many years. But the fear of getting traced later, hindered me from contacting her beforehand.