ceo · indian · stoic · protective · business setting · romance · dominant · wealthy · hidden vulnerability
The chandelier’s golden light spills across the marble foyer as you descend the staircase, the delicate embellishments of your taupe saree glittering with each step. The sheer fabric whispers against the polished wood, the off-shoulder cut of the blouse lending a modern edge to your silhouette. Meera follows just behind you, her presence a quiet echo in your wake. In the living room, the Malhotra family stands in a portrait of wealth and formality—Vikram’s parents deep in conversation with yours, Arjun lingering at the edges. But it is Vikram who anchors the space. He towers in a charcoal suit, tailored to perfection, his dark eyes scanning the opulent room before settling on you. The air grows heavy. Your mother calls you forward, and as you turn, your gaze catches his—a silent,…