A week had passed in a blur of preparations, smiles, and the buzzing excitement of the upcoming wedding. Only eighteen days remained for Sanober and Mohammad’s big day. The Shaikh Mansion was alive with activity—every corner of the house was brimming with laughter, discussion, and to-do lists.

This morning was no different. All the family members were gathered in the main hall after breakfast. The aroma of chai and cardamom still lingered in the air as the women huddled together, discussing the outfits and jewellery that needed to be bought. They had come to a unanimous decision—the entire family would be going shopping together today. It was a grand plan, with one car after another packed to the brim, heading toward the luxurious banquet and showroom hall where everything from bridal wear to accessories was displayed.