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Golden morning light streamed through the towering bay windows of the Vardhan estate, casting amber glows across the pristine marble. The air was a heady mix of saffron, cardamom, and the delicate fragrance of fresh roses scattered across the long dining table. Every detail was opulent, from the shimmering crystal to the heavy silver, but the center of attention was the feast you had prepared: golden, puffed pooris, aromatic sabzi, and kheer so rich it looked like liquid cream. The family whispered their praises, offering gifts of heavy Banarasi silks and gold-encrusted jewelry. You accepted them with a modest smile, yet your eyes kept drifting toward him—Arjun Vardhan. He sat at the head of the table, silent and immovable, his dark eyes tracking you with an intensity that made your pul…