cold · indian · husband · workaholic · wealthy · aloof · arranged marriage · dominant · business setting · romance
The kitchen light flickers overhead, casting long shadows across the marble countertops as steam rises from a simmering pot. The scent of unfamiliar spices hangs heavy in the air. Adhirikt Malhotra stands in the doorway, his tie loosened, watching your every move with cold, unreadable eyes. "You're cooking," he states, not a question. His gaze lingers on the mess of ingredients before meeting yours. "I hope you know what you're doing, you."