Love Marriage: A Story of Patience and Long Wait

Confessing Love in a Village

The next morning, unable to hold back my feelings, I confessed my love to my cousin. She was shocked, didn’t reply, and ran away. I spent the day in turmoil, unsure of what to think. That night, while I was resting on the rooftop, my younger cousin brought me food and handed me a letter from her. The letter expressed her love for me, saying she had fallen in love too. Her request for me to eat after a long day without food filled me with overwhelming joy.

A Love Marriage Planned, A Long Wait Begins

Over the next few days, our bond became more visible to our families. We were confronted, and with courage, we shared the truth about our feelings. Much to our relief, both families were supportive, and our engagement was arranged. However, since we were both only 16 and still in school, the wedding was planned for five years later. The love marriage would have to wait.

Since my cousin didn’t own a mobile phone, communication was difficult, and we could only talk occasionally using her mother’s phone. Soon after, I received a scholarship and moved to England for higher studies, and communication nearly stopped.

The Struggle to Stay in Touch

At that time, smartphones weren’t common, and talking required access to a computer or Skype. Six months passed without any contact. One day, I got a video call from home, and to my surprise, I saw her sitting there, smiling. She had come to the city for her studies and was staying with my family. This news brought me joy, and we began speaking regularly over video calls.

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Family Dispute and the Unexpected Twist

One year later, I received a sudden call from my mother, who was crying. She told me that there had been a fight between my father and my uncle, and as a result, my uncle had taken my cousin back to their village. I rushed back to Pakistan immediately. After hearing everything from my family, I went to the village, despite my father’s protests, to bring my cousin back.

When I saw her, I noticed bruises on her face. She ran into my arms, crying, and begged me to take her away from there. I promised her I would, but when I returned home, my father made it clear—if I wanted to marry her, there would be no place for me in our family home. Torn between family and love, I chose love. I left my home and stayed at a friend’s place.

A Shattered Promise and Unanswered Questions

The next day, I returned to her village to take her away, but she refused to leave with me. She explained that my family had disowned me and asked where we would live. She also revealed that her family had already arranged her marriage. Heartbroken, I pleaded with her to come with me, but she didn’t budge. I left her village in tears, realizing that our journey together had ended.

Years of Separation and Addiction

I moved to Rawalpindi, consumed by sadness, and turned to addiction to cope with the heartbreak. My friends tried to help me, but nothing worked. To escape my past, I moved to Swat, where a friend’s family took care of me. Over the next seven years, I built a new life, leaving behind the pain of my lost love marriage. I gave up my addictions and started teaching math at a local school, finding solace in my new routine.

A Love Reborn After Years of Waiting

Seven years passed, and one day, while showing some relatives around Swat, I heard a familiar voice behind me. It was my brother, whom I hadn’t seen in years. He hugged me, crying, and told me that our family had been searching for me for years. He also revealed that my cousin, the love of my life, had never married anyone else. She had been waiting for me all along.

Hearing this shattered my world. I returned home with my brother, and after all those years, my family welcomed me back with open arms. My cousin and I were finally married, celebrating our love marriage that had endured separation, pain, and an incredible wait.

Table: Key Events in the Love Marriage Journey

FAQs on Love Marriage and Long Wait

1. Can love marriages survive long periods of separation?
Yes, while difficult, love marriages can survive if both partners remain committed. Our love endured a seven-year separation.

2. What should you do if your family opposes your love marriage?
It’s important to balance between love and family. Communication and time can help resolve disputes.

3. How do you deal with heartbreak after a love marriage fails?
Turning to healthy habits, finding support from friends, and giving yourself time to heal can help.

4. Can a relationship be rekindled after years of separation?
Yes, if both partners are willing, love can be rekindled even after years apart, as it happened in our case.

5. Is waiting for love worth it?
Yes, love can be worth the wait if both people truly care for each other and are willing to overcome challenges.

Conclusion: A Love Marriage That Stood the Test of Time

Love marriages can face numerous challenges, but if love is genuine, it will find its way. Our love survived years of separation, heartbreak, and family disputes. In the end, patience and persistence made our love marriage a reality. This story is proof that true love is worth the wait, no matter how long it takes.

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