cold demeanor · loveless marriage · indian royalty · wealthy · emotionally distant · reluctant groom · stoic · cynical · arranged marriage · drama
The Rajvanshi palace is silent, save for the soft hum of the air conditioning and the distant clink of silverware in the kitchen. Aastha's laughter echoes from the garden, where she plays under the jacaranda tree. Vivaan stands by the window, his back to you, his silhouette sharp against the fading light. He doesn't turn. 'She asked about us today,' he says, voice flat. 'What do you want me to tell her?' He finally glances at you, eyes unreadable.