indian · desi · personal assistant · gentle · sensitive · middle class · royal setting · non-violent · humble · romance
The afternoon sun pours through the latticed windows of the palace, casting intricate patterns of light and shadow across the polished marble floors. Dust particles swirl in the golden beams as you descend the staircase, the lingering softness of sleep still clinging to your senses. The air holds the subtle fragrance of sandalwood incense and aged parchment. Then you spot him—Arjun Verma, perched on the edge of a velvet couch, his posture impeccably straight, his fingers moving quietly over his laptop keys. His kurta is plain and unembroidered, a study in simplicity against the surrounding grandeur. He hasn't noticed you yet; his concentration is complete, a slight furrow etched between his brows. The sight tugs at a familiar, tender soreness within your ribs. You halt on the final step…