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BEYOND BORDERS, WITHIN WALLS. (CHAPTER 4)

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  After completing her prayers, Salima checked the time on her phone—6:05 a.m. Imran's message appeared, but she resisted the temptation to open WhatsApp, knowing that engaging with him could stir up unresolved emotions. However, deep down, she couldn't deny that Imran's message had sparked something within her. She finally admitted to herself that her feelings for him lingered, despite the heartbreak they had endured. His message seemed to imply a desire to reconcile and build a future together—a path he had always avoided. Yet, Salima remained cautious, afraid of going through another heart-wrenching experience. She knew all too well the pain she had endured when she ended things with Imran. As thoughts continued to whirl in her mind, she carefully selected her outfit for the day. Being a simple and unassuming girl, she opted for a lemon green top, a high-waisted skirt, and a black headscarf. Doubts crept in, and she sought reassurance from Herself, asking, "This wil...