Chapter Thirty Two

It took Sumayya some second to process what Amir just uttered. To say she was caught off guard by his unexpected confession will be an understatement. She opened her mouth to speak when he started again. 'I know I'm not supposed to ask you that, after all that occurred. I don't want to be like I'm using you to forget Zara. No. I discover that you're a nice and intelligent lady. I understand if you don't want to accept me, heck you have a reason to. After all, I have been mean to your friend. I want to get my mind off things." 'It's okay. That's how life is. Sometimes you find yourself in a situation but I'm glad you're going to settle things with Zara. And for your offer, I will think about. You know, I have my pride too, I can't just say yes immediately, even if I feel something for you. So give me sometime" Amir Stares at her as she went on and on. A particular word she utters circulates in his head. Did he just… 'Sumayya, did I just hear you said, even if you feel something for m