one last chance (book 2 MTMK)

revelation

chapter 2

Alishba pov:

I felt like the world just stopped. My mind went blank as I stared at the wall in front of me. My phone long forgotten as it slipped my hand and crashed on the floor.

I'm pregnant. I'm pregnant.

The mantra played in my mind repeatedly. As if it would change the truth. I'm pregnant. I'm going to be a mother and I haven't even gotten over my past. Tears were streaming down as I realised my vision was blury. Unconsciously my hand went to my tummy and more tear streamed down. My baby won't have father love. He won't know about his father.

My thoughts were interrupted by the bell ringing and I snapped out of my trance. Wiping my face, I went towards the door. More like stumbled as my mind was still jumbled and confused. Taking deep breaths to calm myself i opened the door. Mr. Aziz greeted me with a worried expression, "hello, Mr. Aziz. Is everything alright?" I asked and he frowned looking me up down as if making sure I'm fine or not. "I should be asking you that, girl. Its eight and you haven't came out. Are you feeling well. Do you want me to call a doctor?" He finished my eyes widen, makng me glance at my watch and curse inwardly. I was late. I had to be there by 7 30.

"Thank you Mr. Aziz, I didn't notice the time." Mr. Aziz looked me suspiciously as I looked away to avoid him reading me. "You don't look fine. Why don't you take a break from work. You have been working non stop." I shook my head quickly, "no, Mr. Aziz I am fine. I was caught up with doctor that's all. Thank you. And bye. I Will get late." He nodded reluctantly and left. I hurriedly gathered my belongings and left. Breakfast long forgotten. Honestly, the news just made me loose my appetite. Getting in my car I drove through the roads and reached my office in half an hour.

My heart was racing with anxiety, what a impression to make on the new boss and on first day. I passed by receptionist, Claire. "Hey, Alishba, the new boss said to send you to him once you arrive." I bit my lip, who knows that freak might nit be like Mr. Ahmed, my former boss. Just on cue the devil spoke from behind me. "Ms. Alishba, my office." I turned around and saw him already moving into his office. Guess I had to follow him. With a heavy sigh I waved at Claire who gave me a thumbs up and a wink. Rolling my eyes I made my way towards the office.

Claire is one bubbly girl. She doesn't let a chance pass by where she could find me a boy to be with. She says and I quote, "girl you're not getting any younger. I want nieces and nephews before I turn thirty." I had choked on my food when she said that. You guessed it, she had no filter. I wanted to laugh at the irony, she was having her wish fulfilled.

Knocking at rhe door, I walked in after hearing a faint come in. Mr. Rameez was sitting behind his desk typing through his laptop. Once I was in, he looked me and gave me his full attention. His stare was unnerving, as if he wants to intimidate me. But i am not backing down. I might loose my job but hell I won't go down without a fight.

"You realize you're an hour late?" He asked calmly and I just stared at him back. "Miss Alishba, I don't like lazy employees, and I expect an answer when I ask question." I just nodded and I know it was making him angry but I was in my own land. I just hope my mind would stay stable. "Why were you late?" I raised a brow at him. I was never late and I don't think it was any of his concern. I sighed, "I was collecting my reports from the doc." This time he raised a brow. "What does they say?" I stiffened, "It shouldn't concern you, Mr. Rameez." With that I was about to turn to leave when I heard him stand and speak, "it is my concern, Ms. Alishba." I turned and realize that he was standing close to me, not close to invade my personal space but a feet away. "Last time I checked you were my boss not my husband." I snapped, I rarely did that but I blamed it on my hormones. He stepped a little closer, "Ms. Alishba, everything that goes with my employee is my concern. And I. Am your boss. I demand respect. This time I'm letting your attitude slip but next time it won't be tolerated. You are dismissed." He said each word slowly so I know every word, and turned to go back to his seat and continued his work. I glared at him and left for my office.

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The whole day was spent in work and I didn't notice when the lunch time pass. I didn't talk to Mr. Rameez other than when signing the files. It was already five and time for my leave. I got up to give this last file to Mr. Rameez. Walking towards the door I stumbled as I started to feel dizzy and tried to hold on something. But failed as more dark spots came in front of my eyes and I lost my balance. Last thing I remember was my baby.

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Rameez pov:

I looked at my watch and scowled it was 5 30 and Alishba hadn't come to give me the file. That girl had the nerve to frustrate me. And I can't even do anything.

I sighed and get up making my way towards her office. She always mange to gets on my nerve. Walking towards her door I pushed it open ready to question her but what I saw nearly made my breath stop. Running towards her I knelt down beside her and shook her gently.

"Hey, Alishba. Wake up." I shook her and got up to take the water and showered a little over her. But she didn't wake up. Damn, this girl will make me crazy. I called claire. 

"Claire, come in Ms. Alishba office, now." I place the phone back and shook Alishba again. Claire came in rushing and let out a squeal seeing Alishba. I rolled my eyes and spoke, "com'on, help me with her." She came hurriedly and help me get her up. She pulled her arm over her shoulder and held her waist. While, I held her arm and led her towards entrance. Upon reaching entrance, I opened back seat and helped Claire putting Alishba in the back seat. Hoping in driver seat I drove towards the hospital.

Nurses saw us coming and brought a stretcher. Two doctors and a nurse came taking her away. After two hours the doctor came out and smiled at me, "Are you with Ms. Alishba." I nodded and looked at him hopefully, "And what is yoir relation with the patient?" He asked looking up at me from his clipboard. "Uh....friend." he nodded and looked me straight, "In that case, make sure ypur friend take care of herself. Her stomach was empty for almost twenty four hours and that is not good in her situation. She could haave done serious damage." I was lost, "what do you mean, doctor? What happened to her?" He gave a curt nod, "she's pregnant. You can see her now. But we'll discharge her tomorrow. Need to make sure tge baby is doing fine. Early days are at risk." He smiled and walked off leaving me in daze.

She was pregnant. But her status said unmarried. How could she be pregnant? Was she r***d? But there weren't any signs. Thee doctor would have known. Then what if-

I stopped my thoughts, even though I didn't wanted it to go there, there was no possible explaination. I was disgusted, how could dad hire such a slut. I looked up to see Claire standing stunned. I gave her a questioning look, "I never knew she would take my words that seriously." I kept staring at her expecting her to continue, "well, uh..... I told her to get settle...so I could have

...um niece and nephew. But I never knew she would do this like this." Her words made me boil. I gritted my teeth and spoke, "Miss Claire, I want you to write a termination letter for Ms. Alishba." I turned and walked back to my car, Claire behind me.

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Alishba pov:

I opened my eyes but shut them again to adjust to the lighting. Looking around I spotted white walls and ceiling. Spotting a glass I took it and gulped it down relishing the coolness  water provided. Glancing at the red button I pressed it and after a few minutes a nurse and two doctors came in, one male and other female. They smile at me and forced one back.

"Hello, Ms. Alishba, I'm Dr. Ali and this is Dr. Cindy. How are you feeling right niw?" I nodded and then remembered I was in my office. "Who brought me here?" I mumbled but I'm sure they heard because Dr. Ali replied. "Mr. Rameez brought you here. Now, Ms. Alishba, I hoped you knew about your pregnancy?" My eyes widen slightly but I mumbled a yes. I couldn't get use to it. "well, you were being very irresponsible. You could've put your life in danger and to mention your child's too." My eyes watered as his words sink in, I could've killed an innocent. I want to bang my head, how could I be so selfish. Dr. Cindy placed a hand on my shoulder and gaave me a sympathetic smile. "Now now, you shouldn't worry much, tge good thing is both of you are fine and now you have to be more careful. I'll prescribe some medicine and vitamins. You need proper diet. You'll have appointment after every three week so we could see the progress." I listened wordlessly as I saw her scribble through a page.

"And you will be discharge whenever you want." She smiled and went away.

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It's been two hour since I came back. It was one in afternoon. I decided to call dad to tell him the news. It's been almost a week since I last talked to him. Getting my laptop I settled on the couch and video called him. After a few rings he picked up and I was greeted with sight of everyone. Unconsciously a smilee slipped my lips seeing all of them. I didn't realize how much I miss them, I nearly cried.

"Hello, dad, and everyone." I waved and dad smiled while rest of them waved. "How are you baby girl? Why haven't you contacted me?" Dad asked frowning and I felt bad to make him worry. "I'm sorry dad, I was buzy with work. Hiw are you guyz?" I swept my gaze over everyone and smiled seeing them grinning except Maher. "what's gotten you, Maher?" I teased and he looked me with regret and sadness. "I'm sorry, Ali. What Ryan s-" I cut hm off from it.

"For the last time I'm telling you this, what happened between Ryan and me was NOT your fault. Someone please tell this man that he has no reason to feel sorry." I held my forehead as a faint throbbing started. Dad looked me suspiciously, "Alishba are you fine? You looked weaker and slim. You are not taking care of yourself, do ypu want me to comeover?" I shook my head hurriedly, "no, no dad, I'm fine really. And that you reminded me I haave something important to tell you guyz." Everyone nodded and I sighed before taking a deep breath, here goes nothing, "I am pregnant." I bit my lip as I waited for their reactions but I got non. I saw few tears slip from dad eyes while others were stunned.

"Say something, you guyz are scaring me." I pleaded and saw them getting out of their daze. "Does he know?" Dad asked after wiping his face. Shaking my head, my face grim, "do you think he deserves after what he said?" I said bitterly and see all their heads shake. "Im coming there you need to have someone around." I ssighed again at their protective mode. "No, dad, no one is coming. I'm fine." Just then I heard aa ping indicating a mail. "Okay, dad, I'll keep you updated. I have to go. Bye." Everyone nodded and said bye before I ended the caall. Opening the tge maail I read it and my mind reeled with confusion. A termination letters. Why would he terminate me?

Needing answers I got up and gethered and cellphone and car keys I drove towards my office. Hurriedly getting out I made my way towards my floor. As soon as entered the floor, Claire looked me and her eyes widened before looking away. That was strange but I let it pass and made my way towards Mr. Rameez office.

Tge devil was sitting typing away on his laptop. I slammed the door shut purposefully to get his attention. Which I did when he looked me and his eyes widen before he suddenly put on a blank facade. But I knew better. "why are you here, Ms. Alishba? I'm sure the termination letter was delivered to you." He said casually before giving his attention back to the laptop.

"May I know why?" I asked through gritted teeth, but he looked indifferent as he spoke without looking at me,"why what?" I was getting irritated, walking towards him I slammed the laptop shut making his head snapped towards me as he glared at me and stood up.

"What do you think you are doing? You have no right to barge in my office like thaat." He retorted. I frowned, this man was making me angry. "Why did you terminate me?" I asked irritatedly.

He merily raised his eyebrow, "I didn't know I was accountable to tell you." I gave him a are-you-serious look. "Because I was doing fine, good even, with handling the work. I think I desrve an explanation for this termination." He looked me intently and said with disgust, "because I don't want low character people working for me."

What!!!!!!

"What do you mean, low character?" I crossed my arms and glared at him. He waved his hand dismissively, "I mean those slut, w***e type." Before I could say anything my hand connected with his cheek. He looked me in the eyes and glared, "how dare you?" He took a threating step towards me, "No, how dare you call me all those name." He smirked sickly, "that is what girls like you are called."

Gid, I'm going to kill him. "Girls like me!"

"Yes, girls like you. Unmarried but getting pregnant with random one night stands. Y-" my hand laanded again with his cheek, "this child is not illegal, just because I had unmarried status I was a slut. I AM DIVORCED. You would terminate me. I am leaving this job. I don't want to work where there is no respect for a person."

I turned and walked away before he could say anything.

I got in my car as silent tears rolled down. I was pregnant amd jobless.

I caressed my nonexistent tummy, "don't worry, baby. Mummy still loves you and care for you." With that I drove to my home.

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