Chapter 5

Bridal Glow

Steve came back with a big surprise, he secretly contacted Avni's parents and arranged a fairy tale proposal. Amidst friends and family the duo got engaged and within few days a wedding extravaganza was arranged. Avni's marriage was a big thing for her family and everything was elaborate and elegant. The white shamiyana was shining like a star from a distance and as Avni’s came closer to it, her smile grew bigger.

Dressed in a champagne colored bridal ensemble, she looked like a fairy lost her way into the mortal world. Her face had that bridal glow, which was adding a lot more charm to her persona. Her mother wiped tears of joy from her eyes and ushered her princess towards the aisle, where someone is waiting for her eagerly. Prince charming can certainly feel jealous of how Steve can steal the show in a simple golden kurta matched with red dhoti and pagdi. Simple yet elegant, Avni’s Prince looked nothing less than a royal scion.

After exchanging garland, the couple headed towards the magnificently decorated mandap. Decked in white and red roses with hints of gold, the mandap looked spectacular. The couple exchanged vows of togetherness while circling the holy fire. With chants of Hindu wedding rituals and blessings of families and friends, Avni married the man who loved her beyond words and started a new life.