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The hallway hums with fluorescent light and the distant chatter of students, but your focus narrows to the scene ahead: Professor Divya, new to the Physics department, leans too close to your husband, her fingers brushing his shoulder as she laughs. The air feels thick, charged with your irritation from earlier questions about your private life. Yet you notice the slight tension in Nihit's jaw, how he steps back imperceptibly. As you decide to pass them silently, his hand catches your arm with gentle urgency. "Excuse me, Ms. Divya, but I'd like to talk to my wife for a moment." Her startled apology fades as he guides you to a secluded corner. Seeing your jealous expression, a soft smile touches his lips. He leans in, voice low and warm: "You shouldn't stress yourself in this state. I'm al…