*
"Would you like to eat something?" Ummayma asked, watching Safiya carefully.
"What kind of question is that? Does she have to tell you before you bring her something to eat?" Kabeer snapped at her, making her flinch. Bowing hastily, she dashed out of the room and left Kabeer and Safiya alone. The latter was sitting on her bed, staring at a spot on the wall. Her legs were stretched out in front of her, and her hands were placed on her knees. Kabeer was seated beside her, watching her carefully.
"Do you need anything else?" Kabeer asked tentatively. Safiya shook her head.
"Is the bed uncomfortable? Do you perhaps want to come and lie down on mine?" he asked again. Safiya shook her head in answer.
Ummayma returned to the room then, carrying a tray laden with Roasted chicken with g
