Chapter 1: The Search
we meet our protagonist, Amrita, a young woman in her mid-twenties who is seeking a suitable partner through the arranged marriage process. Her family and friends help her search for a groom by browsing through matrimonial sites and arranging meetings with potential partners. We learn about the criteria they use to select partners, including education, occupation, and family background.
Chapter 2: The Introduction
Amrita's family finds a suitable match in Rohan, a software engineer from a well-respected family. They exchange photos and basic information before deciding to meet. Amrita is nervous but excited to meet Rohan for the first time. They meet at a cafe, and the chapter describes their first conversation, which is filled with awkward pauses and nervous laughter.
Chapter 3: The Compatibility Test
Amrita and Rohan meet for a second time, and their families join them. This chapter describes the "compatibility test," where both families ask questions to assess if the couple is a good match. The questions range from practical matters like future career plans and living arrangements to more personal ones, like hobbies and interests. Amrita and Rohan's responses are carefully analyzed by both families.
Chapter 4: The Proposal
After the compatibility test, Rohan's family agrees that Amrita is a suitable match for their son. They formally propose to Amrita's family, who accepts the proposal after much deliberation. This chapter describes the joyous celebration that follows, including the exchange of sweets and gifts.
Chapter 5: The Engagement
Amrita and Rohan's engagement ceremony is a grand affair. This chapter describes the elaborate preparations and rituals that take place during the engagement, including the exchange of rings and the blessing of the couple by the elders. The chapter ends with the couple's happy smiles and a promise of a bright future together.
Chapter 6: The Wedding
Amrita and Rohan's wedding is a grand celebration that lasts for several days. This chapter describes the various ceremonies and rituals involved in a traditional Indian wedding. The couple exchange vows, exchange garlands, and circle around the sacred fire seven times, signifying their union. The chapter ends with the couple's first night together as a married couple.
Chapter 7: The Adjustment Period
After the wedding, Amrita moves in with Rohan and his family. This chapter describes her initial struggles to adjust to her new surroundings, including getting used to the food, culture, and lifestyle. The couple also experiences some initial differences in opinion, but they work together to overcome these and grow closer as a couple.
Chapter 8: The Baby
After a year of marriage, Amrita becomes pregnant. This chapter describes the couple's excitement and nervousness as they prepare for the arrival of their first child. They make plans and create a space for the baby. The chapter ends with the birth of their son and the joyous celebration that follows.
Chapter 9: The Challenges
Amrita and Rohan face several challenges in their marriage. They experience financial difficulties, and Rohan's job requires him to move to a different city, creating a long-distance relationship for a while. This chapter describes how they work together to overcome these challenges and become stronger couple.
Chapter 10: The Future
The final chapter shows Amrita and Rohan as a happy family, looking back on their journey and being grateful for their families who brought them together. They have built a strong bond based on love and respect, and they look forward to a bright future together.
