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"Dear do you accept this marriage?" The elderly asked in a soft voice noticing her silence he knows too well.

" I-...I do."

Everyone was silent hearing her answer. They expected her to fight , throw a tantrum or even threaten to call the police or reveal everything to the elderly that is with them.

Even if she did any of those, it's pointless because they have all the power to refrain all those actions.

With no other option infront of her, her mouth forced those words out as if having it's own mind but her tone sounded .... confused?

She repeated it two more times with a blank tone like a robot being programmed to say .

The Mullah continued the Nikkah by asking Leonardo of his consent and he repeated without hesitation the same words Noor let out thrice.

Lastly, they both signed the Nikkah paper as the Mullah instructed them.

Sealing both their fate into a sacred bond.

" Congratulations. Now you both are legally and Islamically husband and wife" The Mullah congratulated as he placed his hand on Noor's head as a sign of blessing.

" No matter what you face in life, always face it together and most importantly believe in Allah. His plans are always best than ours."

" Thank you for performing our wedding. Andrew will lead you out" Leonardo said as Andrew stepped forward and the Mullah followed him out.

Even though the Mullah somehow knew these people were forcing the helpless girl he couldn't do anything but advice to the guy that was marrying her.

He knows these people are not someone to mess with and he doesn't want to be involved in such mess.

All he hoped was for the guy to listen to his advice. Will he?

Dropping the Mullah to the taxi that Andrew booked a few minutes ago, they bid their byes as the taxi drove away and Andrew went back inside.

Few moments later, the beauticians walked out with their luggage that has all the things they use for their professions.

Both the girls were having a content face as they got double the payment they usually get.

While walking as they talk away from the house, a black car stopped infront of them as the driver's window rolled down.

The girls looked at each other with caution before looking back at the guy in the black car.

" Hey girls" The guy greeted with an innocent grin on his face but they could tell he is bad news.

" Get the cars ready. We are leaving right now" Leonardo announced before walking away up to his room as Alec dispersed to get the car ready.

Michelle looked at Noor who was silent unmoved from her place. She waited for her to ask or at least stand up but Noor was still like a statue.

Michelle looked at her father with worry and he pushes her with a nod indicating to speak to her friend.

" Noor... we are going to move to a new house... do you want me to help you pack something?" Michelle asked with a little hope her small sister talks with her warmly again.

" No" she replied curtly.

Few minutes later they were all set to go. Michelle helped Noor sit in the car Leonardo is going to drive and told her they will meet her again later.

" Fiona will be waiting at the new estate. Are you sure you don't need anyone else to live with you guys?" Derek asked to his nephew worried for their safety.

They are going to shift to a new house where only he and Noor are living, void of any guards like he usually does for protection.

" No. We are going to be fine"

Soon everyone drove at different directions but to the same destination.

A while later the entrance door burst opened as the guy panted entering the empty house.

With hurried steps he looked inside every room while calling out Noor's name .

" NOOR!! NOOR!!!"

As he entered Leonardo's room, there was an open laptop on the table with a paused video.

The guy walked to it with heavy steps and played the video. There was Leonardo sitting crossed legs with his hand intertwined as an arrogant smirk plastered on his face.

" You sure get the news real fast don't you? I figured you would come to attend my wedding but what can I do it was in a rush and by the time you reach, everything and everyone is gone" he said as the guy clenched his hand while glaring at the screen.

" Don't worry I will take good care of her" He added as his smirk stretched and the guy wiped the laptop off the table breaking it as his every cells were filled with anger.

" You didn't do the right thing Leonardo. Imma get her back!!" He gritted and soon thrashed the room unable to control his anger.

He was suppose to take Noor today with him even if he has to fight with his enemy but as soon as he got the news that she was getting married he quickly drove all the way to his enemy's house only to find it empty.

Panting, he took out his phone and dialed a number " Start Plan B"

The car came to a halt stopping infront of a regular modern house surrounded by plants like fence and other neighboring house.

Leonardo step out of the car as he turned off the engine, sign that they have reached their destination.

With a sigh, Noor picked her dress from the bottom as she got off and saw the other cars has just arrived.

The landscape didn't look suspicious. It was like any other neighboring place .

The difference is the house they are standing infront was surrounded by four other houses from four different directions.

" Oh goodness me! You guys have arrived safely" Noor turned at the familiar voice and was met with Fiona smiling at them as she came out from the house.

Fiona walked up to Noor as her face warmed up seeing the bride. She has always worried about her nephew being alone.

She worried he will live all his life alone and only work not allowing himself to relax a little and to settle in life, make a family and have a person he love.

But now she is glad and a little at ease that he married Noor. As much as she knows about Noor, she knew she will be perfect for him.

But the circumstance they got married will make their relationship have a really rough start.

She only hopes with time, they get close and have a happy life.

" Let's get inside. I am sure you are tired from the ride" Fiona said and lead Noor into the house with Michelle following behind.

" You were right. He came to the mansion. I just got the message from our guys there." Andrew reported of the message he got when he was in the car.

" Mmm... tell the guys to return to the base and-" as Leonardo was talking with Andrew, a message popped in Alec's phone.

He viewed the message and the topic made him shock " Boss!! You have to see this!!"

Alec gave his phone to Leonardo a video waiting to be played as confusion displayed on Andrew's face.

With a frown Leonardo played the video and the content made him boil in rage.

" Today at 17:30 an illegal activity was caught on broad light in Shenang. Around 14 people was caught doing illegal business of Organ trafickking with 2,000 victim's organs being used to sell reported by the local police-"

The video was of a reporter reporting the news of Organs trafficking in china. Among the 14 people, Leonardo recognize the two of his own.

" BOSS! Our guys!!" Alec said as everyone was in dilemma how the police knew about the place.

Another ding was heard and it was another 3 attached videos. All those videos were of the same content news but from different places.

Human tracking in India.
Bootlegging in Italy.
Weapons trading in Nepal.

Confusion and doubt were visible on their faces. They weren't able to find out what business was going on but the media and the police already caught on?

Something was suspicious.

Soon they were able to hear police sirens coming their way and sure it were three police car stopped infront of them.

"Mr. Leonardo Chris Henz you are under arrest for illegally operating Drugs&Weapons trade at the Northern coast.

Anything you say will be considered by the court and you have the right to remain silence until your attorney arrives" The elder police having white hair with grey and black streaks said as he walked towards Leonardo with handcuffs in his hand.

" It's my fucking wedding day. Give me a break." Leonardo groaned.

The police handcuffed him while the guys were trying to protest but they were held on by the juniors.

" And this is your room" Fiona concluded as she brought Noor into the room that was beautifully decorated with flowers.

The king sized bed was covered with a satin black cover with white flowers all over it as well as the floor till the door.

The room was surprisingly of a lighter tone. Warm grey. Even though the room still lookes dark there was a little white here and there lighting the room.

Noor was scanning at the room blankly. This is the room she is going to share with him- her husband.

" Noor... dear-" Fiona called her out turning her to face her as she caress her cheek and gave a warm smile.

" I know the wedding was in a rush and you didn't get enough time to think it through. But believe me child, Leonardo will never hurt you."

Noor felt to laugh at what she is hearing. But she knows whatever she is going to say will all go to deaf ears.

" I know it may not seem like it but.... believe in him. He just has a hard time expressing his emotions . You may not believe this but whatever he is doing right now is for you." She said and Noor just stood silent listening.

She doesn't know anymore if she can believe anyone here. All they do was convincing her to be with Leonardo.

" I know I should not be saying this but... I am glad he married you. He is not as bad as you think he just.... lost his way."

Those were the same words Michelle told her in the car when they were going to a hotel.

" I will get you something to drink. Take a rest and relax." Fiona added before she left " You look beautiful like a doll"

Noor looked around and wanted to laugh at what she is seeing. But she felt no emotion forming in herself.

She sat on the bed and waited. She wanted to make one thing clear between her and Leonardo's marriage.

There is going to be nothing between them.

Fiona entered and placed a tray of drinks and snacks on the table before leaving the room once again.

The room was big than the previous one she had in the other mansion. Well it should be since she ain't be the only one sleeping in the room.

There was a big window 1-2 inches away attached to a balcony as the cold wind of the night blew into the room.

Noor made herself lost in her thought not wanting to indulge herself in the harsh reality. She tried to live in her happy memories with her aunt and Haya.

Even though Noor didn't wear any heavy jewelry she still felt as if the world collapsed on her shoulder.

She was dolled up professionally looking like a beauty out of the earth. Her porcelain skin became more radiant with how flawlessly the artists handled her makeup.

No matter how beautiful she is by the makeup, there was no glow from her face and her orbs were.... lifeless.

Indeed she looked like a doll.

The whole night she waited, still in her bridal wear till her eyelids felt heavy and she drifted to sleep with the cold wind caressing her to slumber.

Meanwhile at the police station. Andrew and Derek were arguing with the senior officer that arrested Leonardo and locked him up in the cell.

Leonardo, who seemed disinterested of the situation was nonchalantly sitting on the floor with his head rested against the wall while thinking of his wife.

A small smile stretched on his face thinking of her. Yeah... she is his wife. His other half. Their relation is now sacred and he will never let her go.

" Look here officer I am telling you once again that the information is false!! WHY WON'T YOU BELIEVE ME!" Andrew shouted frustrated that the officer is not believing him.

" ANDREW! Behave!" Derek warned with a glare at his son who is in the verge of losing his anger.

" Officer I am sorry about him. But are you accurate about the information you have?" Derek asked looking into the officer's eyes sternly making him nervous.

" Y-yes" he replied with a wagering voice as he cleared his throat gaining his composure "why would any of it be lie?."

" Jus-" the ringing of the police landline interrupted the officer as he answered the call " J.O Police station, Officer Sam spe- YES SIR!"

The officer's expression and composure changed instantly recognizing the caller who called " Yes sir" he said while glancing at Derek and cuts the line few minutes later.

" Guards, get him out" the officer said as he placed the phone down and looked at the guys " He is allowed to be out only for 3 days but he can't leave the country. Next time we meet it will be in the court."

" Thank you for your cooperation officer" Derek said which sounded a bit sarcastic to the officer but he gave no mind because they will be seeing each other for a while from now.

The guards opened the jail as Leonardo walked out from it " Let's go"

The three walked out of the station as they entered to the car. Derek in the driver's seat and Leonardo on the passenger's while Andrew behind.

" Are you going home?" Andrew asked as Leonardo thought for a while
" No. To the base."

As much as Leonardo wants to just return home to see his wife, he knows he have to first deal with the shit that just happened.

Reaching the base, the guys stepped out of the car as they entered the café building.

Through the 'Staff Only' door they entered as Andrew pushed the grey cupboard revealing a door with a passcode.

Entering the passcode the door opened and they entered walking down the passage.

" Guys- Boss!" Alec greeted seeing his boss released from the jail " The thing I told you Alec. Is it done?"

Alec nodded positively as he grab the tab and gave it to Leonardo " There was a secret transaction happening in our area for drugs&weapons. The police got informed by an anonymous and that's how they found out."

Leonardo looked through the tab for the collected information he told Alec to do before he got taken away by the police " The transaction happened at our place. How did it happen?"

" Honestly our guys didn't know it was there. They were sure they checked it thorough before passing any transactions" Alec informed while also confused how some of the boxes contained drugs&weapons.

It's not unusual for them to do drugs and weapons trade either. But doing it together is a a lot risker and Leonardo doesn't like doing business that will risk his own's unless he plays it safe.

" And boss.... this mail... just arrived few minutes before you came in."

Alec handed a mail as Leonardo tore it open and there was a letter inside it. He has a hunch from who sent it but proceeds to open it.

" You did not do right by taking what's mine. This is just the starting. Get ready to lose everything."

" What happen Leo? What is written in the letter?" Derek asked curious of the mail sent anonymously.

He took it from his hand as Andrew joined to read it as well " Alec get our guys in those 5 areas to investigate the case. Get me all the fucking informations"

With the warm light settling on Noor's face, it disturbed her sleep making her blink away the sleepiness as she woke up.

Looking at the unfamiliar room, it hit her of the yesterday events. She is a married woman now. Living with her husband.

She looked at her side to only find an empty spot. It was unwrinkled and didn't seemed anyone slept on it.

Did he not come to the room?

Noor got off the bed while picking up her extra clothes fabric that was swiping the floor.

There were four doors in the room. One that she knows it's the exit/enter another was of the big window which was still open since last night.

She wants to freshen up so she opened one of the either two doors left to explore and it turned out to be a closet - well... a huge walk-in closet.

The closet was divided into two sections one of the man's and the other of woman's.

Though she didn't expect but it saved her trouble of finding clothes for herself. She went through the closet, there was all kind of dresses available.

From summer to winter and from designer bags to shoes and heels. Literally the dream closet of every girl.

Noor felt her blood rushed to her cheeks seeing the bikinis and lingeries, she avoided her gaze from it pretending she didn't just see that.

What caught her interest was the different types of hijabs! She can't believe her eyes!

Ranging from bright to dark colors were a closet of hijabs and abayas she could ever want of!

Now that is the dream closet of every hijabis.

Noor took a pair of clothes and a hijab as she went to look for the toilet but found an unknown door in the closet.

Curiosity got the best of her and as she opened it it revealed the toilet she was searching.

Bathroom connected to the walk-in closet- such a rich husband she got. Note the sarcasm.

After freshen herself she came down and was met with Fiona in the open kitchen making breakfast.

" Oh- Good morning Noor" she greeted with a smile and Noor replied with a nod still uncomfortable of the event that just happened to her.

" Breakfast is ready. Have a bite."

The cluttering of utensils was only heard as they have their breakfast but it was broken by Fiona " Leonardo didn't return yesterday but don't worry he was just caught up with some work"

Well she did notice he did not return but it doesn't bother her and she isn't worried about a guy who threatens others just to achieve his own goals.

" He will come back in a couple of days" Fiona assured but Noor was okay with him not returning at all.

A month passed and Leonardo was still unseen. Noor felt bored living alone in that huge house and it kinda scares her too.

She would cry herself to sleep thinking of her miserable fate in the long nights with no one besides her.

She busied herself with anything she could even though there are maids who comes thrice a week to clean the house.

Leonardo has been busy handling the case and it was all over the news. Noor found out about it and she was more disgusted and disappointed in him.

She felt pity for every victim that was involved and to have endure such mesirable fate.

Is this how it's going to be? Him doing dirty busniess to earn money? She would rather be poor than touch those haram cashes.

Right now she was cooking herself a simple dinner consisting a lentil soup and two toasted butter bread.

She has no huge apatite these days which made her loose weight but she has to eat in order to keep functioning.

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While waiting for the soup to boil as she stirs, the scent of dust and blood hit her nostrils as she felt two arms wrapped around her tiny waist making her whole body flinch in fear at the unfamiliar touch.

" Shhh... relax... it's me mi fiore".

Hearing the familiar voice her mental state relaxes but she moved away pushing him slightly as he stumbled and groaned.

Noor gasped looking at his state as her eyes widened in worry seeing his condition but gained her composure
" What are you doing here?"

He chuckled deeply due to his raspy throat while holding his wounded waist " Is that how you greet your husband after a long time?"

Indeed it was a while since she saw him. A month. She thought he forgot her. He abandoned her on their wedding day.

That showed how unimportant she was to him was what she thought but she couldn't help but think about how her life with him will flow.

She took her time taking his features seeing if anything changed in him.

His hair was a dishelved mess mixed with dust and sweat. His clothes that was hugging his well built body was stained and wrinkled with dry blood and dirt dirtying its once clean white.

Noor noticed how his usual dark orbs lightened as if it got it's life back as he stared at her with a soft expression.

Indeed Leonardo felt as if he could breath once again as he looked at his wife.

She looked breathtaking in her mint kurta, a desi styled dress, matched with a matching hijab and white loose pants.

Her doe eyes were still as attractive as ever on her soft skin which he was yet to feel it thoroughly. While those rose petals was a tease for his shameless eyes.

Oh how he wish to devour her into a rough kiss right here and now.

Not a trace of makeup was seen and that's what always draws his attention at how she always looked natural instead of baking layers of powders on her face.

Even if she did wore makeup he doesn't mind. He would love her for a thousand years.

Couple of rushed footsteps were heard coming towards the kitchen and Noor saw Maya in doctor suit and a dirty Alec covered in dust and blood.

" Boss I have to treat you now!!" Maya demanded but Leonardo was not listening to her " I said I am alright"

Maya sighed in frustration and looked at her with a pleading look " Noor tell him he needs to be treated! His wound is going to get infected at this rate!"

Noor looked at him and as much as she doesn't want to do anything with him she can't just ignore a wounded person that can be treated.

She sighed in surrender and asked
" Why won't you treat your wound?"

" Are you worried about me? How cute" he smirked and Noor felt to scratch his all so proud face.

" I just don't want to be tangled up with you." and he chuckled at her reasoning.

" Whatever you say, but I will treat it under one condition....."

" It might sting" Maya gave a leadups beforehand with a stitch in her hand after she disinfected the wound.

It didn't surprised him that he was going to get stitched but Noor can't handle the scene of stitching flesh.

Leonardo was laying on the couch as Maya stitches his wound that's been untreated for 2 days.

Noor's hand unknowingly gripped Leonardo's who was holding it as his condition he mentioned earlier but it seemed like she needed it more than him.

He smirked internally as he griped her hand trying to feel it as much as he can while his thumb caressed her soft skin.

Should I get hurt often?

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His dark thoughts were forming menacingly but it was interrupted by Maya " Ok you are done. Don't do anything vigorous and take your medicine on time."

Noor sighed a relief seeing the stitching done but still could feel the sourness as if she was the one being stitched.

Wrapping his wound up with a bandage they soon left as Maya have to treat Andrew and Derek leaving the newly wedded couples alone.

" Can you leave my hand?" Noor asked eyeing their interwined hands together " I don't want to."

She frowned at his words but before she could say anything both their stomach growled in hunger.

" Guess it's dinner time"

Both were eating in silence, thankfully the soup she made was enough for two. But what was infront of her was distracting alot.

Leonardo has his shirt's button all undone exposing his naked brawny chest. Well it's because of his wound that he isn't buttoning his shirt up.

" Aren't you going to ask where I've been?" Leonardo talked breaking the silence.

" I am not interested" Noor replied curtly as she dipped her piece of bread into the soup.

She didnt want to listen to his story of how he does all those disgusting haram busniess.

Leonardo chuckled at her respond as he leaned back against the chair and stared at his wife " That's harsh but it's ok. Do you like the house?"

" ...... "

" Are you just going to ignore my questions?" He raised an eyebrow noticing her giving him attitude unlike her usual behaviour.

Noor placed her spoon down as she looked at him in his eyes " I've been wanting to tell you something."

Leonardo gestured her with a nod telling her to continue as he is listening " I don't accept you as my husband."

The air became dense as they both stared at one another. Hatred in her eyes while sadness and anger in his.

" I am and is your husband whether you like it or not. You can't deny when you already said it yourself thrice." Leonardo reminded her of her sacred oath they had.

" I can't accept a man who does illegal and dirty business to earn money! I'd rather be a widow and go poor!."

"So you've seen the news. Don't you think you should hear me out first?" he suggested and as much as she knows he is right, what if he lie about it?

"What if you lie?"

"Don't you trust me?"

"I don't trust the person who threatened me"

He chuckled arrogantly " Your words have no use now sweetheart. We are Officially and Islamically married."

Sweetheart. It's the word he uses to call her when he is angry or in a bad mood. She could see his eyes getting dark due to this topic.

Noor's mind went blank as it began to think. Islamically? What does he mean by that? Did he.... revert?

Noor abruptly spring from her seat at the information. She glared at him as she clenched her hand into a fist.

" You are so selfish. I hate you!"

" You still don't know me sweetheart." He told her unknown of the close distance they have right now

His eyes softened as he stopped his urge to caress her soft skin or even touch her.

Leonardo leaned down at her ear as he whispered possessively " You are mine mi fiore, always and forever."

Noor took steps back to get away from him as she calms herself down. She knows this conversation isn't going anywhere to her advantage.

" One year" she said looking at him " I don't know why you married me but like Michelle said, after one year, you must sign the divorce papers."

Leonardo was baffled hearing what she said. What does she mean one year? He doesn't know about that shit.

" What are you baffling about?" He asked with a stern tone as Noor simply walked passed him but he caught her arms stopping her.

" I asked you something."

" You heard what I said. I have nothing else to say" Noor removed his grip from her as she walked away with no further explanation.

Leonardo stood confused unknown of the deal Michelle and Noor had. He heaved a sigh as his hand brushed through his hair frustratingly.

" FUCKING HELL MICHELLE!!"

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☆Okayyy I know it's been awhile but I tried to write as much as I can get the time.

☆ You've probably have noticed something. YESS!! Ive added song!! Hehehe I wanted some background music if they have their moments because I want to display the feelings that I want them to express.

☆ I don't know if the songs are right or no but I tried to search for the ones I think is suitable?

☆ Give me a some songs you know for the next chapter! The theme is kinda a bit ....hot??~ ykiyk 😉😉

Have a good day and happy reading!!