Chapter 25

Kanwal woke up on hearing someone talking close to her ear. As per her habit, she quickly opened her eyes but found no one except Ahad, sleeping beside her. Thinking it might be her imagination she was about to close her eyes when she heard the same voice again and this time she was able to recognize Ahad's voice but couldn't make out the words left his mouth. It is the first time Kanwal hearing him talking in sleep. Unintentionally, she leaned forward and waited for him to speak again. Moments passed and Ahad didn't say anything after that yet a small frown formed on his face.
Is he having a nightmare?
Thought Kanwal, as she slowly caressed his forehead and hairs. The frown on Ahad face disappeared like her touch chased away the nightmare he was having. A satisfied smile creeps on Kanwal's face as she stared her husband face. After a few minutes when she was sure that Ahad now sleeping a deep peaceful sleep, she pulled her hand to set the blanket on him but it was suddenly grabbed. Startled, Kanwal raised her gaze and fine Ahad looking at her.