Chapter Five: A Blocked Destiny

The wedding plan was quickly relayed throughout the extended family. When Malan Kabiru returned home, he found his wife, Zainab, waiting. He told her the news about Amatu’s arranged marriage to Muktar.

The first thing Zainab said, bursting into tears that immediately soaked her shawl, was, “Haba, Malan, what kind of insult is this? A girl has been unwanted for so long, and now you want to dump her on my son? Never! It won't happen!”

“Is that what you are telling me? Haba, Malan! Shouldn't you consult with me”

“Eyyee! Consult. . .