chapter 8

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The moment of Ruksati had arrived, one of the most emotional parts of the wedding. Aleena, who had grown up surrounded by her loving family, found it incredibly difficult to say goodbye to the people who had raised and nurtured her. Tears flowed as she hugged her parents, siblings, and relatives, feeling the weight of leaving her childhood home behind.

Ayaan, who had always been more comfortable in his world of business and logic, suddenly found himself in an unfamiliar situation

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Ayaan, who had always been more comfortable in his world of business and logic, suddenly found himself in an unfamiliar situation. Watching Aleena, who was now his wife, cry so deeply tugged at something inside him. He wasn’t used to comforting someone in this way, especially not someone who was so visibly heartbroken. Growing up with brothers, Ayaan had never really experienced the delicate emotions that come with having a sister, and now he found himself unsure of how to console this tearful girl who had just become a part of his life.

As they got into the car to drive to Ayaan’s home, the silence between them was thick with unspoken emotions. Ayaan, still grappling with the sight of Aleena’s tears, wanted to say something, to offer her some comfort, but the words just wouldn’t come. He wasn’t sure how to soothe her sadness, and the awkwardness of the situation weighed on him.

Aleena, on the other hand, was still trying to process everything—the finality of leaving her family, the overwhelming emotions, and the reality of starting a new life with Ayaan. The drive to Ayaan's home was quiet, both of them lost in their own thoughts. It was a moment of transition, filled with uncertainty, but also the beginning of a journey that neither of them had fully anticipated.

When Ayaan and Aleena finally arrived at his home, both of them were utterly exhausted—physically and emotionally drained from the long day. Aleena's exhaustion was compounded by the overwhelming emotions of the Ruksati and the uncertainty of stepping into a new life.

As they entered the house, Ayaan’s mother, with her warm and welcoming nature, immediately took Aleena into her arms, offering her comfort. She could see how tired and emotional Aleena was and did her best to console her, reassuring her that she was now part of a loving family.

 She could see how tired and emotional Aleena was and did her best to console her, reassuring her that she was now part of a loving family

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Even though they were both exhausted, the traditional post-wedding rituals still awaited them. These rituals, though filled with joy and love,

felt like an additional burden on their tired shoulders

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felt like an additional burden on their tired shoulders. Ayaan and Aleena went through the motions, participating in the ceremonies as expected, but the weariness was clear on their faces.

After what felt like an endless series of rituals, they were finally able to retreat and rest. The day had been long and emotionally taxing, and both of them were more than ready to let the weight of the day slip away, hoping that rest would bring them the strength to face whatever came next.

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