???? AUREN KWANGILA BOOK 2 ????(A Story of Power, Pride & Unexpected Love)

STORY BY: ASHAANTY LOVE (UMMIN FASIHU)

A Marriage Built on a Deal

After reluctantly agreeing to a contract marriage with Ashraf, Saudat finds herself in a life she never wanted.

Ashraf, cold and emotionally distant, treats their relationship strictly as a business arrangement. "This is just a deal," he reminds her constantly. "Don’t expect anything more."

Saudat, proud and stubborn, refuses to beg for his attention. "I didn’t want this marriage either," she snaps back.

Their home is filled with silence, tension, and unspoken words.

But beneath it all, something is changing.

A War of Pride

Despite their constant fights, Ashraf finds himself drawn to Saudat.

He watches her from a distance, noticing her quiet strength, the way she holds her own despite the cold way he treats her.

One evening, he catches himself staring at her. "What is happening to me?" he mutters, shaking off the thoughts.

Saudat, on the other hand, fights a battle of her own.

She finds herself caring about Ashraf—even when she doesn’t want to.

But neither of them is ready to admit the truth.

The Jealousy Begins

When Ashraf's ex-fiancée, Rufaida, reappears, everything gets worse.

Rufaida, beautiful and confident, doesn’t hide her interest in Ashraf.

"Your contract will end soon, right?" she taunts Saudat. "He was mine before you, and he’ll be mine again."

Saudat pretends not to care, but deep inside, her heart aches.

She finally realizes the truth—she has fallen for Ashraf.

But does he feel the same?

A Moment of Truth

One evening, Ashraf returns home late and finds Saudat asleep on the couch.

Without thinking, he brushes a strand of hair from her face.

"Why do you affect me like this?" he whispers.

She stirs, her eyes fluttering open. "Ashraf?"

For a moment, their walls crumble.

But just as quickly, Ashraf pulls away, cold and distant once more.

"Get some rest," he mutters, walking away.

Saudat is left wondering if she imagined the moment.

A Sudden Betrayal

Just when Saudat thinks things might change between them, she overhears Ashraf telling Rufaida, "This marriage was never real. It was just business."

Her heart shatters.

That night, she confronts him. "I want out," she declares. "I’m tired of being nothing to you."

For the first time, Ashraf feels fear.

But his pride stops him from speaking.

Instead of stopping her, he lets her go.

And just like that, Saudat walks out of his life.

Regret & Realization

The house feels empty without Saudat.

Ashraf tells himself it’s better this way, but the silence haunts him.

He sees her everywhere—in the way she used to laugh, the scent of her perfume lingering in the rooms.

Finally, he admits the truth—he loves her.

But is it too late?

A Final Chance

Determined to win her back, Ashraf swallows his pride and goes after her.

"I was a fool," he tells her. "I don’t want a contract. I want you."

Tears fill Saudat’s eyes. "Say it properly."

He pulls her close. "I love you, Saudat. And I will spend my life proving it."

A slow smile spreads across her face. "Then prove it."

And just like that, their real love story begins.