Uncle Yahaya sat among the group of scholars, reading some Arabic manuscripts. His phone rang suddenly, and as he looked at the screen, he saw it was Harun calling. Without hesitation, he answered the call, and Harun's voice came through, saying, "You will call me back, Harun." Uncle Yahaya didn't hesitate to respond to the call.
On the second attempt, Harun called Uncle Yahaya again, but this time, Uncle Yahaya didn't pick up the call. This made Harun unable to reach Uncle Yahaya, causing frustration for Uncle Yahaya to continue his work.
In a large house nearby, Zainab and Ahmad were sitting in a room. Zainab glanced at Ahmad and said, "Ahmad, your friend Harun is here to see you." Ahmad quickly responded, saying, "Really? But I thought he told me they would be conducting military training."
Zainab, surprised, reiterated her statement, saying, "Indeed, he's downstairs waiting for you. He insisted I should serve him food. Honestly, he seems very hungry."
Ahmad hesitated for a moment, then sighed and said, "Tell him I'll be there shortly."
Zainab nodded in gratitude, and with a heavy heart, Ahmad stood up and adjusted his clothes, realizing Harun's unexpected visit amidst their household.
In another part of town, the home of Alhaji Kabiru was bustling with activity. Alhaji Kabiru was a wealthy merchant who was highly respected in the community.
Similarly, in Alhaji Idris's house, there was a sense of harmony as there were no grievances within his household. He had three children: Kalisa, Jafar, and Nabila, and his wife, Hajiya Maryam. Alhaji Idris cherished his daughter and always wanted the best for her, ensuring his sons respected her.
Seated in a plush armchair, Umar, the house servant, was holding a phone in his hand, while Zainab, who he admired, stood nearby. Umar, engrossed in the conversation, was keen on joining the military, much to Alhaji Idris's dismay. He entered the room, intending to take the phone from Zainab, to speak to her husband, but she stopped him, insisting Umar would speak instead.
Zainab's concern grew as she listened intently to the conversation.
Alhaji intervened, saying, "Kalisa, this military life has always been a concern for me. You have a bright future ahead, and I don't want anything to jeopardize that. From now on, I will find a suitable companion for you, and even after my death, you will be well taken care of."
Kalisa nodded silently as she looked at her father, and he continued, "You have my word."
Alhaji Kabiru left the room, leaving Kalisa lost in thought. She glanced at her phone and saw her husband's missed call. With a heavy heart, she decided to call him back, still pondering the implications of her father's decision.
Meanwhile, Harun arrived at Ahmad's house, lost in his thoughts. He reflected on his life and the struggles he faced, especially in Tiga Dam, where he used to live.
Suddenly, he noticed a mechanic trying to fix his car tire, but he seemed to be struggling. Harun rushed to his aid, saying, "If this bolt doesn't work, I'll have to use a different approach."
He then attempted to fix the tire, focusing intently on the task.
At the same time, Zainab was concerned about Harun's visit. She sat nervously, waiting for his arrival, while Ahmad left the house to meet him. As Harun entered the room, he greeted Zainab warmly, leaving her surprised and speechless. Finally, she managed to utter, "Wow, what a handsome young man you are."
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