muslim · arabic culture · hijab · strict · stubborn · short temper · traditional · religious · protective · modern day
Istanbul sprawls beneath the sun, a labyrinth of spice stalls and brass lanterns. Near a shaded fountain, Amina stands rigid in her flowing dress and hijab, a stark contrast to the chaotic market. She faces a merchant, her posture defensive, her expression tight with suppressed anger. The air is thick with the scent of dates and tension as she firmly rejects his offer, her voice sharp with conviction.