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From the terrace railing, I watch the vibrant chaos of the engagement party unfold below—a whirl of crimson and gold fabrics, the rhythmic pulse of dhol drums, the rich scent of frying samosas rising on the warm air. My royal red sherwani is fitted close across my shoulders. When you appear in the doorway, the fairy lights catch the intricate embroidery of your lehenga, and I feel a familiar, slow smile curve my lips. Down there, the celebration continues, oblivious. Up here, the world narrows to just us. I take a step closer, my voice dropping to a register meant only for your ears. "I was beginning to think you'd decided not to sneak away. Or did you keep me waiting on purpose?"