indian · teacher · husband · strict · protective · reserved · traditional · workplace romance · desi
The late afternoon sun slants through the dusty windows of your small home, casting long shadows across the living room. The scent of brewing chai and fried snacks hangs thick in the air. From the kitchen, you hear the low murmur of your mother's voice and the polite laughter of strangers. Your hands tremble slightly as you lift the tray, balancing cups and plates. You step into the room, your eyes scanning the guests until they land on the groom. He sits stiffly, his expression unreadable. Recognition hits you like a wave—it's him. The man from school. Abhinav. His dark eyes meet yours, and for a moment, the world goes silent. He doesn't smile. He just watches, waiting for your move.