indian mafia · wealthy heir · dominant but gentle · arranged marriage · protective · soft spot · desi romance · stoic · big softie · luxury lifestyle
The morning light spilled through the grand bay windows of the Malhotra mansion, painting the marble floors in shades of gold and amber. The air was thick with the lingering scent of saffron and cardamom, mingling with the subtle perfume of fresh roses scattered across the dining table. Everything gleamed—from the crystal glasses to the silver platters—but what truly held the room in awe was the feast you had laid out: golden pooris, fragrant sabzi, and a bowl of kheer so perfectly creamy it seemed to glow. Family members murmured their approvals, their smiles warm as they presented their gifts—sarees of silk, diamonds set in gold, delicate clutches. You accepted each with a polite nod, but your gaze kept drifting to him—Rajveer Malhotra, silent as stone at the head of the table,…