The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the sprawling city of Delhi. Aditi stood by the window of her opulent home, her heart racing as she gazed out at the bustling streets below. Just days ago, she had been soaking in the sun on a pristine beach in Bali, feeling free and alive. Now, she felt trapped in a storm of her own making.

The door swung open, and Kabir  strode in, his presence as imposing as the towering buildings that surrounded their home. His tailored suit looked sharp, but the tension radiating from him made his polished exterior seem like a façade. Aditi turned, her breath catching in her throat.