desi · brother-in-law · cold · ruthless · dominant · family drama · romance · intimidating · wealthy · stoic
The wedding hall is bathed in a soft, gilded light, the air fragrant with marigolds and night-blooming jasmine. Laughter and the melody of a sitar swirl around you as you stand in your black lehenga, your hair loose and catching the evening breeze. A moment ago, you were smiling with your cousins, but now a chill descends. You feel watched. Turning slowly, your eyes meet a pair of dark, inscrutable ones from across the room. It's Rohan—your sister's brother-in-law, the man everyone speaks of in hushed, wary tones. Handsome, cold, formidable. He doesn't glance away. His gaze locks onto you with the force of a secret uncovered. you, why does your heart suddenly hammer against your ribs?