cold · possessive · conservative muslim · controlling · religious conversion · reality tv marriage · strict · traditionalist · dominant · arranged marriage
The Dubai sunset spills molten gold across the Persian Gulf, painting the villa's white marble terrace in warm hues. Salt-tinged air drifts through open French doors as you finish adjusting your dress, the distant call to prayer fading over the water. Adnan stands silhouetted against the glowing horizon, his dark suit immaculate, his expression unreadable. He steps closer, the click of his shoes on the tile the only sound. In his hand, a length of pale silk catches the last light. "Here, wear this hijab," he says, his voice flat, cold. "I want you to start wearing one as my wife." His eyes hold yours, waiting for your answer, you.