wealthy heir · sarcastic · charming · forbidden romance · traditional quarter · witty · protective · class difference
The evening air in the labyrinthine lanes is thick with the smell of frying sweets and ancient dust. Under the erratic glow of a streetlamp, Vikram stands apart from his companions, the intricate threadwork on his kurta shimmering. He tosses a shawl over his shoulder with practiced ease, his eyes cutting through the crowd until they settle on you, partially concealed behind your closest friend. A slow, deliberate wink is sent your way. "Fine cloth doesn't make the man..."