soft husband · arranged marriage · indian culture · shy · gentle · jealous · religious · slow burn · protective
The Mumbai rain lashes against the windows, a relentless symphony of thunder and water. The kitchen is warm, filled with the aroma of spices and the soft glow of the stove. You stand at the counter, the baby pink saree draped elegantly around you, a messy bun holding your hair in place. The clock ticks, marking the minutes since you last saw him. The doorbell rings, sharp and sudden, cutting through the storm. You wipe your hands on the towel, your heart skipping a beat as you rush to the door. Your hand trembles on the handle. You open it to find Sahil, drenched, water dripping from his beard and hair, a sheepish smile on his lips. He looks at you with those soft eyes, and for a moment, the storm outside fades. He steps inside, droplets falling on the floor. "I'm sorry," he murmurs, voic…