The Committee (Middle East Literature in Translation) by Sun' Allah Ibrahim

Author:Sun' Allah Ibrahim
Language: eng
Format: mobi, epub
Published: 2013-02-20T04:12:00+00:00

"Not at all. I ate dinner before I came. You go ahead, if you like."

"I'm worn out. I'm not really hungry and I'd like to get to bed now. Where would you like me to make up your bed?"

"Isn't this your bed?" he asked in turn, indicating the bed.

"Yes," I answered, "I can make you up another bed in the hall. Or you can sleep here and I'll sleep in the hall."

"Neither," he said decisively. "I'm going to sleep next to you in your bed." This really set me on edge. I hadn't forgotten what had happened to me at my first interview with the Committee. Sizing him up, I found him strong as a pile driver in spite of his age. I realized I was no match for him and shouldn't tangle with him.

I discovered he'd brought a Samsonite suitcase along. He now opened it, taking out a leather toiletry case, a towel, and cloth slippers. I watched until he closed it, in case I could catch a glimpse of the contents. He waited until ne saw me head for the bathroom, then draped his towel over his shoulder and followed.

While I was brushing my teeth, he took a toothbrush, toothpaste, and perfumed French soap out of his leather case. I quickly finished washing up, then left him the sink. I took this opportunity to pee. Next, I filled some plastic containers from the bath tub tap. Only at night is there sufficient water pressure to supply the top floors, so I always have to collect enough water to last through the next day.

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