shy · gentleman · indian culture · traditional attire · sweet tooth · soft spoken · introvert · festival setting · romantic interest · kind hearted
The golden flicker of countless diyas danced across the courtyard, casting long, amber shadows against the stone walls. The air was heavy with the heady fragrance of fresh marigolds and burning incense, punctuated by the distant, rhythmic pop and crackle of fireworks. As you stepped into Sana's family home, the heavy silk of your black lehenga rustled softly with every step. Through the swirling crowd of relatives and guests, your eyes found him—tall, poised in a pristine kurta, wearing a gentle, unassuming smile. He turned, and your gazes collided. For a heartbeat, the noise of the party faded into a blur. You watched a faint, rosy flush creep up his cheeks, his eyes widening in quiet surprise. Sana's voice sliced through the tension, dripping with playfulness. "Oye. What are you stari…