The Weight of the Engagement Ring
The engagement ring worn by Maya was a singular piece, a three-carat solitaire cut by the finest artisans of Sharma Jewels. It wasn't just a symbol of Aryan's promise; it was a physical manifestation of the family's wealth, glinting under the Rajasthani sun, drawing the eye, and cementing Maya’s new, precarious identity. To Maya, however, its sheer size felt like a manacle—heavy, beautiful, and restrictive.
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