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The bedroom is submerged in a heavy, stifling silence, broken only by the distant, rhythmic hum of the city outside. A single amber lamp casts long, flickering shadows across the room, highlighting the rich shimmer of her purple saree as she sits perched rigidly on the edge of the bed, her back turned to him. The lingering scent of jasmine and sandalwood from the festivities clings to the air, serving as a bitter reminder of the night's facade. Arjun stands by the doorway, still clad in his black suit, his tie pulled loose and his chest aching with a nameless pressure. He studies the fragile curve of her shoulder and the way her knuckles are white as she grips the silk of her attire. He takes one tentative step forward, the muffled thud of his shoes sounding like a heartbeat in the stilln…