Over the next one week I got completely immersed in work at office and couldn’t go to Ali’s house. I also did not inquire about Kinza’s back pain from Ali since I did not know about it through Ali. And if I ask Ali, it may lead to misunderstandings in his house. So I thought I will ask Kinza directly when I meet her in person.
The subsequent week, me and Ali thought of going to office together to discuss some official things on the way. I got ready in the morning and went to Ali’s house.
Ali was in toilet and was getting ready for office. I sat in the living room. Kinza got some tea for me.
I greeted her and asked about her back pain.
Kinza:”its no better Asif. in fact it’s got worse.”
Asif:” Havent you consulted any other doctor?”
Kinza:”yeah we did. He referred a chiropractor.”
Asif:”then?”
Kinza:” as you know, both me and Ali are reluctant on this idea”
Asif: “OK. Then you should have asked Ali to rub your back and do some massage.”
Kinza:” I asked him. But he doesn’t believe those things will ever work.”
Asif:” yeah..i know he’s pretty orthodox and I doubted if he will agree. but as I said its not only about relieving pain, such massage can get intimate and you will forget your back pain.”
Kinza:” yeah, I understand what you are saying. but Ali is not interested.”
Asif:”hmmmm”
Kinza:” Asif, can I ask you something?”
Asif:” yeah sure Kinza”
Kinza:” If you don’t mind, can you give me a massage?”
I was like “whaaaaat?”
Just then Ali got ready and came to living room. Kinza noticed him and quickly changed the topic. I was still in deep shock and unable to believe if Kinza actually said that. Me and Ali started to office. On our way to office we tried to discuss some office related matters, but I could barely concentrate on those things.
After reaching office Ali went to his desk and I went to mine. I could not work as I was still thinking of the conversation with Kinza. I was unable to continue my work any further, I decided to call Kinza. I called Ali’s landline and Kinza answered the call.
Kinza:” Hello”
Asif:” It’s me ..Asif”
Kinza:”I was expecting your call. In fact I only wanted to call you. I was so afraid that Ali would figure out what we were discussing about.”
Asif:” Did you really mean what you said?”
Kinza:” Yes Asif. I really meant that. I am not getting any help from anyone.”
Asif:” But Kinza… think once again. Do you realize that you will be semi nude during massage.” I further added” And don’t forget, I am a man. What if I get aroused looking at you like that and do something which I shouldn’t.”
Kinza:” After my husband, you are the one whom I can trust. I cannot ask for this favor to anyone else. And I would not mind even if something wrong happens. I will not blame you. Let’s give it a try and see if this works out. Hope you understand”
Asif:” I do. but…”
Kinza:” Asif plsss”
Asif:” What if Ali comes to know about this?”
Kinza:” Ali would not know all this. He will surely deny such things and I would continue to suffer with pain. I will not tell him, you also pls don’t tell him”