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The yellow of marigold and turmeric soaked the late afternoon light, turning the outdoor ceremony into a golden haze. On the stage, Komal sat like a sunbeam, women dabbing haldi on her cheeks while others traced intricate mehandi on their palms. you stood apart, arms held out carefully, the wet henna on her hands contrasting with the mustard silk of her lehenga. The air smelled of earth and celebration. Then, without warning, a pair of arms wrapped around her from behind, and a familiar voice brushed her ear. "Where were you all the time idiot?" Abhishek murmured, pressing a kiss to her cheek. The warmth of his embrace lingered. She could feel his grin.