Aadhya's POV :
After getting ready, I finally stepped downstairs. The engagement buzz had filled the house—lights, laughter, relatives chatting, music playing softly in the background.
As soon as I entered the hall, compliments started pouring in.
"Aadhya, you look gorgeous!"
"Bas photo kheenchwa lo tumhari!"
"Designer outfit, haan?"
I smiled. I loved the attention—not in a show-off way, but I liked feeling different. Unique. That one girl who everyone notices.
I started helping around with the arrangements. After all, it was my sister's big day. I was managing a few trays, checking the sweets table, when...
My eyes stopped.
There. In the middle of our living room.
He. Was. Inside. Our. House.
I blinked once. Twice. What the—
How is he here?
I walked toward him, heart racing in confusion. Why is he here? How did he get inside? I didn't remember seeing his name in the guest list.
I stepped close, just enough so only he could hear me.
"Tum yahan kaise aaye? Bina invitation kaise ghus gaye?"
My voice was low but sharp.
He just… looked at me. Calm. Silent. No guilt. No reply.
He simply turned his face as if I didn't exist.
Excuse me?!
I clenched my fists. My blood boiled. How dare he ignore me after bumping into me earlier and now showing up uninvited?
Just when I was about to say more, I heard my brother's voice.
"Aadhya! Where are you? Come here, quick!"
I looked one last time at him, eyes full of irritation, and turned to go.
But why… why did it feel like I knew him? And why didn't he answer me?
Author'sNote:
Let me take a moment to introduce you to the Rathore family—each member unique, each one a story of their own…
In the heart of Jaipur, behind the grand gates of the Rathore haveli, lives a family that holds not just wealth—but legacy, values, and unbreakable bonds.
At the top is Shanaya Rathore, the eldest sibling. Calm, composed, and always graceful. A doctor by profession and the pride of the family, Shanaya's wedding is what's bringing everyone together today. She's the type of person who lights up the room with her gentle smile—and today, she glows as the bride.
Next is Aarav Rathore, the middle sibling. Handsome, independent, and fiercely passionate about following his own path. Unlike the others, Aarav had no interest in joining the family business. Instead, he built his own, brick by brick, turning his ideas into something real. He's confident, a little stubborn, but deeply caring—especially when it comes to his sisters.
And then… there's Aadhya Rathore, the youngest.
Bold. Brilliant. Unapologetically herself.
From a young age, Aadhya had a spark in her—a business mind sharper than most adults. As a child, she would give suggestions during dinner that ended up becoming real ideas in her father's meetings. Naturally, when the time came, she went to London to study business, and now, at 22, she's back—not just as a daughter, but as the new backbone of Rathore Enterprises.
Aadhya shares a special bond with her father, Suket Rathore—one of Jaipur's most respected and powerful businessmen. A self-made man with a commanding presence, Suket is not just proud of Aadhya… he believes in her. And she? She's his shadow, his pride.
And then there's Shalini Rathore, the heart of the family. Once a working woman, now a full-time mother by choice. Years ago, she chose to give up her job to focus entirely on her children—and that choice shaped three wonderful souls. She's sweet, wise, and the silent strength behind the Rathore name.
So when the engagement day arrived, it wasn't just a function—it was a gathering of generations, of legacies, of people who mattered.
And in the middle of it all stood Aadhya—wearing power, beauty, and mystery… without even knowing what destiny had in store.