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Fatina was able to see Nayu who had just sat in the shallow fountain. "Morning Nayu." She had a smile as she then wanted to ask. "Hey, I thought I would ask if you wanna come with me to town? I just need to do errands around and thought it would be cool if you tagged along." She thought she could offer a chance to go out...otherwise she have thought of either asking Sabih or just go by herself...but she rather avoid it after being kidnapped and stuff.

Sohrab was able to get back to the house where his sister had lived. Having a bag over his shoulders with some clothes and other necessities, he knocked on the door. Once the door opened, a young girl opened the door and seemed to have a face of shock at first but then had a huge smile. "BIG BROTHER!" She immediately tackled hugged him which he was able to stop himself from falling as he smiled. "Long time no see, sis. How's everyone?"

"Eliza, whose out there?" A woman called out as she eyed the door. She was in shock also, but had a huge smile like Eliza. "Oh Sohrab! So nice to see you! Come in! I am almost done making lunch!" Sohrab smiled as he entered the place with no trouble. His Aunt had most of her children in college so it was just her and Eliza. Well..now Sohrab too. "So, how is work?" "Ah, you got the message. It's been fine. Just running errands and such...the boss' son is interesting."

As he spoke, his Aunt took out Asparagus Cashew Rice Pilaf with a hummus dip and somepita bread to the side. "Is he? Well it's always good to get along with the boss and the others to make work more comfortable. How interesting is the son?"

"Childish...maybe a bit affectionate. He is a bit too open for being a middle eastern."

"How so?"

"He is fine with women wearing whatever...heck, I find it strange that he found it ok for me to wear modern guy clothes when it seemed like I have to wear traditional Arabic."

"They must be extra conservative if you have to change attires."

"Naaaaaaaah." He responded as he got himself a serving of the rice and hummus-dipped pita bread along with his twelve-year-old sister who was munching on the bread by itself. "it's good that you finally have a job, and hopefully it will help with the future to come."

"Thank you Aunt Evona." He smiled as he ate the food, very glad to have home cooked meals..not like Dingi's place never served homecooked meals. With that Eliza stared down at her phone, which seemed simple...not as expensive as an iphone (or Sohrab's) but enough to where it can just take calls and text messages. "Oh Auntie, I need to head to the outlets."

"Why do you need to go to the outlets? And you're going by yourself?" Eliza stuck her tongue at him. "I need to buy a gift for my friend's birthday."

"Not if I'm going." Sohrab spoke up defensivly as it got Eliza to groan and look at Evona. "AAAAUUUNTIE!~" But that did not phase her aunt at the slightest. "Let your big brother come with you. Besides, you guys can catch up after...wow...some years now. And besides, I need to do some stuff around so I can't come with you." Eliza whined again but she nodded as the both of them ate their food.

It took them awhile before they were full and they both left. "We can talk more when we get back Auntie." "See you later, have fun!" With that, Eliza and Sohrab left to go to the outlet mall not too far off a walk.

"Soooooo.....what do you do for work?"

"Well...It's like...an indentured servant?" Eliza gave him a look when he said that. "Where food, shelter, almost everything is paid for but you have to work constantly or just at a whim. I do errands and there are times where I can read a book with no trouble. Meet some interesting people...it's nice." With that they got to the outdoor outlet mall and Eliza was constantly looking out the windows of each shop. "Anyway, let me know if you found the shop." He walked around, feeling better to be dressed as a guy...with no man bra...and now being seen as a guy too. And knowing a few things, Dingi and everyone wouldn't be here, so it was nice to reflect things upon himself.

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Fatina had a blush on and covered her eyes when she realized he was naked. She kept it covered for awhile until she heard Nayu talking again to which she uncovered her eyes, seeing the clothes that he had on. "It looks nice on you." She complimented as she led the way. "Let's go then! Don't worry...it won't be long...I promise." She exited from the palace as she got to the market area. She needed a few things for the palace and materials for making clothes. "Ok, so we're going to the store that sells cloth and sewing materials and for...." She took out a list as she took a look at it. "OH! And some medical stuff..seems like we were running low. If you want anything Nayu, let me know!" She then went to her first stop which was the tailor's so she could buy tools to make clothes.

In the meantime, Sohrab was taking Eliza around the outlets trying to get a gift for her so-called friend. And they were so used to a very bad tune going around the stores for a bit until the music changed...for the better. Sohrab, curious, had to look and he was in shock when he saw a familiar face...it made his face pale since he was hoping for some privacy. Eliza didn't know about Dingi though so she then tugged on Sohrab's sleeve. "Do we have a dollar?" "Stop it Eliza, let's just go." He tried to usher her along but she was the stubborn one...like brother, like sister. "Please! A dollar!" She pleaded loudly in which got the twenty-one year old man to sigh "Fine! But come back quickly!" He gave her a single dollar bill to which she rushed over to the tip jar and shoved it down before running back again. "I loved the piece."

"I do too...now let's go find a store." He wasn't that far enough from Dingi's playing though did she find a good store. And since Sohrab figured she was old enough to handle it, he sat outside. "I assume you have money?" "Just enough for a gift...40 bucks." "I'll sit on this bench next to the entrance there. Don't take too long." He then sat on the outdoor bench as his little sister went inside to find a gift. In the meantime he listened to Dingi's playing but tried not to give it any attention, pretending Sohrab didn't know Dingi was there.

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Fatina entered inside the tailor's shop as she went around looking at the different fabrics and colors. She was not the one to waste time whenever she needed something, but when it came to her favorite things in the world, she can't help but take her time. She did not even notice Nayu had left for a couple of minutes. She almost thought that maybe he was not interested and was going to wait outside. So while he was gone, she went to the cashier and paid for the things, so now Fatina was carrying two bags over her shoulders. Once she exited, that was when Nayu returned, putting a small, white flower on her head. She had to giggle. "That's sweet. Thank you!" She chimed as she then made sure he followed her to the next destination. "Do you not go out often Nayu? Is that why you're...hesitant on clothing sometimes?"


DAMN IT ALL TO HELL! He mentally cursed to himself when he was found out by the affectionate prince. Of course, what they did yesterday would place some blame on Sohrab but it was because they needed to convince the 'guests' that they have a weird...'relationship' that involved a concubine. "Don't you have guests to look after?" He questioned as it seemed weird Dingi was able to escape the place. "And it's rude to wake someone up when they are dead asleep. And what you mean by that? Is the Concubine suppose to be so dead tired from the actions of the 'Master'?" It could be seen as a question that had risks when answered, but so far Sohrab was not going to make a scene with these people. "Yes it's Sohrab now, and you know people are staring at us." He could already tell some people reacted to the two men, one of them having an arm around the other. The town is normally neutral with the homosexual people...just as long as their PDA is not insane...so it was the same for hetero couples. As long as it was not shoved in their faces then most people would just stare and walk off. "What made you come to the human world anyways? And somehow it was at the exact place where I am at...most girls would LOOOOVE to have that kind of luck." He exaggerrated on the word love, since he was trying so, SO hard to try to stay in the friend zone...but the kind of situations like the guests just forces them closer, and it irritated him...and slightly nervous.

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Fatina nodded, a small smile as he took the bags as they walked to go to the medical shop. He then explained about himself, which surprised Fatina. "Then we better make this quick! We don't want you sick." She fasten her pace as they got to the medical shop's entrance. Nayu kept talking as they got inside, explaining about clothing and how sexuality is not a shame to him compared to everyone. "I wish I had that insight like you. But I was raised to cover up until I get a lover. I am a little jealous." She then went through all the natural herbs and medicinal items until Nayu said that Sabih would take over his role once he's done his work. Fatina had to turn around to look at him. "Does...does that mean you'll...disappear? Hopefully just retire somewhere where we can still visit each other?" She was a little sad about the possibility that Nayu might die. In the meantime, she went to the counter to pay for the items needed for the palace. "I'll carry this bag full of medicine. Thank you for carrying the other two bags."


Sohrab snickered at Dingi. "Ya know what? Have you had fun with a lady to the point she slept longer than you?" He now felt like he had the advantage. Sohrab then blinked when Dingi said he was here because of the creampuffs. "Oh...yeah, I have never been to the place though...I heard it opened when I was at prison." Sohrab then nodded when he said he was going to Ireland to try some strong ale. "Strong ale? Is anyone going to pick you up after your 'wild night'? Maybe you should go with someone to make sure you get back home safely, or maybe you should stay here so it doesn't happen-"

"Sohrab?"

That got Sohrab's whole demeanor to be horrified as it was his little sister who had returned from getting a gift, in which was inside a bag. The twelve year old girl saw it was the piano player sitting beside her brother and acting as if they had been friends for awhile. "Your..Are you done?" Eliza nodded as Sohrab got up, with Dingi most likely following. "Do you know him?" Eliza was pretty observant for her age, as she stared at Dingi, taking in his appearance. "Yeah, this is Dingi. He is the Employer's son I mentioned."

The little girl made an 'aaaaah' sound as the realization came in. "You're very good at piano Dingi. I am Eliza, Sohrab's sister!"

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Fatina nodded at him. "Good, cause I will probably only live until I am eighty years old." She snickered as they walked on off to get back to the palace, it was nice to talk to someone new.

((End of Fatina....for now))

Sohrab raised a brow. "So you know about men than woman....and yet your parents want you to marry a woman?" He questioned as it seemed like he had to chuckle when Dingi said his first time resulted in a cracked hip. "What in the hell did you do?" He didn't know if the cracked hip was on Dingi, or the partner...either way, it made one wonder what actually happened. That was when his face changed though when asked if Sohrab preferred Dingi staying with him. That got Sohrab to look away a bit. "It's really whatever you want, I can only give you an opinion from my end. At the end of the day, you are the one to make the decision."

Eliza was confused what exactly they were talking about as it seemed at first they were speaking in a different language until Dingi introduced himself to Eliza. She stared down at the hand for a bit until she slowly got her hand to touch and shake his hand. She seemed to be learning well despite the difficulties. Eliza though blinked when Dingi poked Sohrab on the side and could see the interaction between them. Eliza, had to say it. "Is he your boyfriend?"

That made Sohrab jump slightly and stare. "Eliza..." He let out a growl, trying to hide the embarrassed look which made Eliza chuckle mischievously. "Sohrab and Dingi sitting in a tree...K-I-" "Knock it off! You're not seven years old!" He interrupted her teasing song as she had a small smile. "This is the first time you talked to someone so casually."

"That was because I was focused on my studies." Eliza gave him an 'oh really' look as she knew the truth, but that was something else entirely. She did take a hand on Dingi and dragged him. "AUNTIE has to know about you! Let's go back to the house." "Eliza, he has things to do!" He followed the very stubborn girl out of the outlet mall trying to get her to let go of him, but Eliza was not hearing it. She did have her reason why she was dragging Dingi back to the house.

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Sohrab gave a light glare to Dingi as the man decided he was better going with them than heading to Ireland to get drunk. Sohrab rubbed his neck as the three went off to go back to the house.

It didn't take too long for them to get there. Elia had knocked on the door before entering. "Hey Auntie! It's me and Sohrab! OH! AND DINGI!"

"Dingi?" The Aunt questioned and it took her a bit to realize it was the employer's son Sohrab was talking about. "Wait a second! Let me get into appropriate attire." The auntie was gone before Dingi and Sohrab got even inside. "Is she getting the hijab on?" Eliza nodded as she had a small smile at Dingi. It didn't take long for the Aunt to return with a Hijab around her head. "Hello Dingi, it's a pleasure to meet you." She spoke softly as she had her hand out to shake. "We have some drinks in the fridge if you ever want one and the snacks are in the cabinets. I am about to run an errand right now. Sohrab-"

"No messing the house, behave, watch Eliza." He had a small smirk to which the Auntie returned it. "You three have fun now." With a purse on her shoulder, she left the three to be on their own. Eliza now was asking the questions: "So, how did you guys meet?! How were you able to get my brother to talk?!"

The word brother escaped her throat and that made Sohrab's face turn pale. He wanted to be the one to tell Dingi first. So with that Sohrab grabbed Dingi's wrist. "Excuse us for a second Eliza." The two vanished quickly leaving the girl very confused, unaware of what Sohrab lacked to tell Dingi. With that, Dingi and Sohrab were in a guestroom with Sohrab unable to look at Dingi. "Yeah.....I wanted to tell you that first.....that I am not a girl, I am a guy." He shook his head. "In all honestly, it was my stupidity that I pretended to be a girl. I thought harems were only for girls so it's why I did what I did. If I knew that a person like Sabih was there, I could've just came in there as myself instead of some weird and confused tomboy. Sorry for lying to you....that was what I wanted to tell you today when the guests have left. Being at home would've gave me time to how to tell you, but now it was too late."

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Sohrab rubbed his arm as he couldn't really blame the guy for being pissed. "I would've if it wasn't for the fact I saw you torturing the guy in the rivers. It kind of influenced me to keep it a secret for a bit longer." He then glared at Dingi. "I am not a crossdresser, transgender, or bigender! I am a full-fledged guy that just so happens to be gay!" He then had to take a deep breath before exhaling it. "And second, how I got this job I have no idea. All I remember was sending in a bunch of applications hoping they give me a slight chance despite being a felony. I got an e-mail that expressed something in this job so I went out and talked to a man, he actually looked a bit middle-eastern in all honestly. He said there was an indentured servant job I could do but of course, the ultimatum was that it was a harem and only females were allowed. I normally wouldn't accept it if I wasn't so f*cking desperate, so I did and he gave me the location on where to go....next thing I knew, I was in Al Ta-itha thinking I got into trafficking because of my stupid a**."

He turned his head away from Dingi. "Well....he did say something else that day. I dismissed it though since it didn't seem like a big deal. But he did tell me to keep his contact information....and let me know on the feedback on everything that went on. Like some sort of feedback/survey thing. But I hadn't used the computer since the day before coming here so I cannot be too sure." Sohrab then opened the door. "Anyway, sorry for keeping that information out...I had to wait to make sure there was a good time to explain it." He then exited from his room to go back to where the confused twelve-year-old girl was. "What was that all about?" She was mentioning Sohrab's sudden rush with Dingi to his bedroom.

"It's nothing serious, I had some information that needed to be told to him quickly before I forgot." He then stared at the cabinets which had some snacks. Sohrab didn't have the guts to turn his head to see if Dingi followed. "What did you find at the store?" He tried to change the subject just so it wouldn't be so awkward. "OH! Well....I found a nice perfume set on sale....she liked those stuff." "That's nice." Sohrab had a small smile, trying hard to forget about what happened in the bedroom. "When's her birthday?" "A week from now. What about Dingi's?" "Dingi's?" He wished she would stop talking about him for now, but he couldn't really say anything since she didn't know.