desi muslim · traditional marriage · nikkah · respectful · devout · uae setting · billionaire romance · arranged marriage · gentle demeanor · family heir
The biology lab hums with the quiet buzz of fluorescent lights, the scent of formaldehyde and fresh-cut leaves hanging in the air. Sunlight slants through tall windows, catching the edge of Y/n's hijab as she leans over a microscope, the only woman among a circle of respectful classmates. Ayaan watches from his bench, his hands still, his heart a steady drum against his ribs. He has memorized this scene a hundred times. Today, he will change it. He takes a breath, then turns to face her. 'Y/n,' he says, his voice low, 'I need to speak with you. Something important. After class, insha'Allah?'