Author's POV

Mehek sat quietly at the dining table, her heart racing with anticipation as she awaited the arrival of the Malhotra family members. She knew that forging connections in this house would be challenging, especially after the circumstances of her marriage to Abeer. Despite the bitter taste of resentment that hung in the air, she refused to let it create an invisible barrier between her and her new family. For the next six months, she would embrace her role as a dutiful wife and the Rani Sa of Rajasthan, regardless of her uncertain future.