Revelations

(07.22 pm)

As the evening shadows fell, Fazeeya El-Ghifari, Doctor Zein's youngest sister, completed her Isha prayer. With devotion still resonating in her heart, she poured her soul into a gentle, heartfelt prayer.

"Oh Allah, I'm lost in my emotions. Grant me guidance, O Lord. Almighty Allah, my heart is shrouded in confusion. Illuminate my path with Your divine wisdom. Grant me solace, justice, and unwavering clarity. Amen".

Fazeeya's slender hands rose toward the heavens, her voice trembling as she whispered her plea. Tears cascaded down her face, mingling with her heartfelt supplications.

Indeed, Fazeeya's demeanor had grown peculiar, especially since her return home and sudden request for a hiatus from university.

A cascade of inexplicable events surged forth, akin to a faucet left unattended. Fazeeya's world spiraled into chaos, leaving her bewildered and searching for answers amidst the turbulent depths of her own emotions.

Behind a mask of apathy, Fazeeya concealed her turmoil. Yet, the instant Doctor Zein vanished from sight, she fled to the sanctuary of her room, where anguish poured forth in rivulets of sorrow

'Am I misguided? Is this the essence of true love? Yet, why must it be him? Why must my heart belong to him?, Fazeeya's thoughts swirled in anguish.

As Fazeeya's supplications came to a close, she shed her mukena, releasing a tumble of luscious, dark hair that framed her troubled face.

Having composed herself, Fazeeya rewrapped her hijab, a serene veil shielding her inner turmoil, and stepped out of her room.

As Doctor Zein descended the staircase, Fazeeya mustered her courage, her heart racing with anticipation, and approached him.

"Brother, dear akhiy..." Fazeeya's soft voice trembled with remorse, weighed down by three days of silence.

"Brother..? dear akhiy...?" Doctor Zein's eyes searched hers. "You've never called me that before. What's troubling you, little one?" His fingers gently stroked her hair.

"Fazeeya, I'm sorry if I messed up. But your silence is freaking everyone out. Mom, Dad, and also myself is going crazy trying to figure out what's wrong", Doctor Zein continued.

Fazeeya's gaze dropped, her shoulders slumping. Just as Doctor Zein opened his mouth to speak, she grasped his hand, pulling him into her room with an unexpected urgency.

Doctor Zein's eyes widened in surprise as Fazeeya's grip tightened. "What's wrong, little one?", he whispered, enveloped in her desperate embrace.

"Brother, I'm so sorry. I was wrong, and I'm truly sorry," Fazeeya said, holding him close.

Doctor Zein's face softened, a warm smile spreading across his features.

"It's alright, dear. I understand. Your apology is accepted," Doctor Zein whispered, his gentle pats soothing Fazeeya's trembling back.

"You'll never understand. I love you so much," Fazeeya sobbed, clinging to Doctor Zein.

"I love you even more, dear sister. You're the most beautiful gem in my life.", Doctor Zein looked warmly.

"Prove your love, then. Marry me! Dare to tell Mom and Dad." Fazeeya shot Doctor Zein a bold, serious look.

Doctor Zein's eyes widened in shock, but a warm laugh soon followed. Fazeeya's words amused him. "You're incredible, switching from tears to jokes".

"Do you think I'm joking?", Fazeeya asked, her eyes piercing.

"What's gotten into you? This isn't funny anymore," Doctor Zein said, visibly uncomfortable.

"Brother!". Fazeeya exclaimed, her voice rising with intensity.

"I am, Fazeeya El-Ghifari, solemnly vow before Allah that my affection for Zein El-Ghifari exceeds fraternal bonds. It is a love that rivals the fiercest passions", Fazia finally confessed her hidden feelings to her sibling.

(Rumbled)

Like a thunderbolt, Fazeeya's words struck Doctor Zein, leaving him reeling and weak-kneed. She wouldn't dare lie under oath, invoking God's name.

Doctor Zein's familiarity with Fazeeya's personality led him to dismiss the possibility of dishonesty. Doctor Zein concluded that Fazeeya's words were truthful, not deceitful.

'No, Fazeeya wouldn't deceive me. This must be truth! Was this a mistake? Was this a terrible mistake?! Was this my terrible mistake?!! Was this my super terrible mistake, failing to truly understand Fazeeya from the beginning?!!!', Doctor Zein thought.

Memories flooded Doctor Zein's mind, transporting him back to 2002. College life, university days, and the news of a baby sister had filled his heart with delight. The arrival of his baby sister filled Doctor Zein's life with immense happiness.

Doctor Zein's relentless pursuit of knowledge consumed him, leaving no room for family gatherings, including Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha celebrations, thereby depriving him of cherished childhood memories with Fazeeya.

His studies overshadowed family ties, leaving Doctor Zein disconnected from Fazeeya's formative years.

Doctor Zein's promise to return home only after graduating. Their chance meeting, on the cusp of Doctor Zein's marriage to Angelique, ignited Fazeeya's all-consuming passion, forged in the fire of forbidden love.

Fazeeya's heart skipped a beat at fourteen, captured by Doctor Zein's charming smile, only to discover the agonizing truth: her first love was her own brother.

Their eyes met, and Fazeeya's soul ignited, but fate cruelly snuffed out her passion, revealing Doctor Zein as her sibling.

Twenty years ago, Doctor Zein harbored a secret identity, concealed even from his parents. A hidden truth, shielded from those closest to him, defined Doctor Zein's past.

Behind the academic facade, Doctor Zein concealed a dark Middle Eastern mission. A hidden truth, Doctor Zein, the Student with a deadly secret.

Doctor Zein goes into the dark as a spy and biochemist, creating a deadly serum. Behind closed doors, Doctor Zein develops biochemical weapons.

Doctor Zein's chameleon-like face, blending East and West, perfectly disguised his true intentions. With a face that defined borders, Doctor Zein slipped into the shadows.

Doctor Zein possessed exceptional language skills, particularly in English and Arabic, and excelled in disguise. His linguistic proficiency and mastery of one thing make Doctor Zein a formidable spy agent.

Behind the facade of a European tourist, Doctor Zein hides in plain sight. With an accent indistinguishable from a native's, Doctor Zein moved undetected.

Behind the turban, Doctor Zein hides his true identity. A simple turban that transforms him into a Middle Eastern native.

Amidst secrecy, Doctor Zein finds love in the shadows of the Middle East. A chance encounter blossomed into marriage, entwining fate and deception.

Doctor Zein's heart remains protected, his love is a planned fire. In the shadow of duty, he leaves love, leaving a woman's dream shattered.

Doctor Zein's ambition eclipsed emotions, forging a path of detachment. With his medical degree, Doctor Zein's resolve hardened, shielding his heart.

Young Doctor Zein sought exile, escaping Derisa City's shadows. He requested a remote posting, fleeing memories and chaos. Doctor Zein craved solitude, seeking refuge in the unknown.

A hidden allegiance drove Doctor Zein, placing organization above oath. Shadows of loyalty eclipsed his medical calling.

A secret life unfolded, hidden from prying family eyes. Doctor Zein's dual identity remained shielded from loved ones.

Behind closed doors, Doctor Zein led a double life, invisible to his family. His clandestine world remained hidden, protecting those he loved.

(Back to Doctor Zein and its sibling)

Fazeeya's heartfelt confession echoed through the silence. Doctor Zein's closed eyes veiled his inner strife. Then, his whispered words revealed his turmoil. "Zeeya, when did the shadows of your heart reveal their secrets?"

"Was it the instant my soul bound itself to yours?", Fazeeya's eyes sparkled.

"Since I first met you at your wedding to Angelique", Fazeeya said.

"Initially, I didn't know you were my sibling. You never returned home, and I thought you were just a distant relative. But when you reunited with Mom and Dad, I felt deeply disappointed with fate", she continued

"Zeeya, one misstep, and our family's doors will slam shut, forever severing ties", Doctor Zein warned.

"I'll brave the storm, no matter the cost", Fazeeya declared.

"There are certain matters I need to investigate, and I require time to prove them. The truth awaits, hidden behind veils of deceit", Fazeeya said seriously, her gaze fixed on Doctor Zein.

"What secrets lie hidden, Zeeya?" Doctor Zein's voice trailed off.

"The truth will reveal itself, and I pray you'll be my ally", Fazeeya's voice quivered.

Before Doctor Zein could respond, a vehicle pulled into the yard. From Fazeeya's window, they saw her father's car pull up.

In a fleeting moment, Fazeeya's lips grazed Doctor Zein's cheek. A stolen kiss, a secret kept, before their father approached.

"Forever yours", With tender words, Fazeeya vanished, her love echoing within Doctor Zein's heart."

'Bad... It's so bad! Sibling Revelations', Doctor Zein said in his heart.

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