Musa and Feenerh's love had grown deeper, and by now, very few students were unaware of their relationship.

They frequently chatted on WhatsApp and talked on the phone. Today, Feenerh had no lectures, so she decided to visit Musa in his office to spend some time with him.

"Feenerh, how is your studies? I hope everything is going well," Musa asked.

"Yes, everything is fine. I just missed you, so I decided to come and see you," she replied.

“Hmmm, Feenerh, I missed you too. Work has been overwhelming, especially since your exams are approaching.”

“Oh, you just reminded me about our exams!”

“Make sure you are studying well so that you pass your exams. You're still in your first year, and it's important that your results are excellent.”

“Yes, I study hard. Sometimes, Khadija and I go to the library when we don’t have lectures.”

“Good, keep it up. Education is very important, especially for a woman.”

Musa spoke in a solemn tone. Feenerh noticed that his expression had changed as if he was reminded of something painful.

"Did something happen?" she asked.

“No, nothing. Just focus on your studies.”

"Thank you for your advice," Feenerh said.

They continued chatting until it was time for her next lecture, and she left.

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Later That Day

When Feenerh entered the lecture room, she saw Khadija sitting and studying.

“Wow, my friend, you're really serious about this test!”

“Of course, Feenerh! You seem to be taking it lightly, but you do realize we are writing it soon, right?”

Feenerh just smiled. She wasn’t worried since CHM111 was her best course, and she had already studied at home.

“Don’t worry, my friend. We will do our best, and may God grant us success.”

"Ameen, my friend," Khadija responded.

They wrote the test calmly, and it turned out to be quite simple for them. After finishing early, they left to pray.

As usual, Feenerh called her driver to pick them up. She dropped Khadija at her house before heading home.

"Mommy, I’m back!" she called as she entered the house.

“Welcome, my dear. How was school?”

“It was fine, Mommy.”

“Good. Feenerh, I need to talk to you. After you eat and freshen up, come to my room.”

“Okay, Mommy.”

After eating and taking a bath, Feenerh prayed Asr and then went to her mother’s room.

“Assalamu Alaikum.”

"Wa Alaikum Salam," her mother responded.

“Mommy, you said you wanted to talk to me?”

Her mother sighed before saying, “My daughter, since you got this admission, we haven’t had a serious discussion. I have something important to tell you, so listen carefully.”

“I’m listening, Mommy.”

“Feenerh, I never completed my education because I was married off at 15. Your grandfather arranged my marriage with your father, his best friend’s son. Back then, they believed that if a woman pursued education, it was disrespectful to her husband. They thought it was unnecessary. Even after marrying your father, he didn’t allow me to continue my education. He believed it was too late. But instead of resenting him, I respected him even more.”

Feenerh took a deep breath before saying, “Mommy, if someone didn’t know you, they would never believe you didn’t complete your education. You are wiser than many educated women.”

“That’s true, Feenerh. That’s why I wanted to discuss something important with you. Yesterday, your father and I had a conversation about your future, and we have come to a decision. We want you to find a husband within a year and get married in two years!”

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A Week Later

Feenerh sat alone in the mosque, lost in thought. Khadija entered, greeted her, but got no response. She tapped Feenerh, but still, no reaction. Finally, she shook her forcefully.

“Hey!”

Feenerh turned in shock, looking around before realizing it was just Khadija. She sighed in relief.

“Khadija, you scared me!”

“Honestly, Feenerh, you seem distracted these days. Someone could kidnap you, and you wouldn’t even know!”

"Come on, kidnapping?" Feenerh laughed nervously.

“Seriously, what’s been bothering you? Even during lectures, I was talking to you, but you weren’t paying attention. Is there a problem?”

"No, nothing," Feenerh replied quickly.

Khadija immediately noticed she was lying. “So now we’ve reached a point where you keep secrets from me? I never expected this from you, Feenerh. If I am now a stranger to you, then fine. I’m leaving.”

Khadija stood up, but Feenerh quickly grabbed her hand.

“Please, my friend, I didn’t mean to upset you. I’m just confused.”

“I understand, Feenerh. That’s why I’m asking you to share your problems. You know a problem shared is a problem solved.”

“You’re right. Sit with me, and I’ll tell you everything.”

"I’m listening," Khadija said.

“Khadija, last week, my parents told me that they want me to get married in two years. They said I must find a husband within a year.”

Khadija gasped. “What?! This early?”

“I swear, Khadija, I was just as shocked. And I don’t know what to do because I don’t want to disappoint my parents.”

“Hmm, this is serious. What about your education? Won’t they let you finish?”

*"That’s why they set the timeline for two years. By then