Scene 1: The Invitation
It was a quiet Sunday morning when Maryam's father called, inviting the newlyweds for dinner that evening. Maryam gleamed with excitement; Haroon nodded in agreement.
Scene 2: Getting Ready
That afternoon, Maryam chose a pink-and-gold saree with matching pearls. Haroon dressed in a deep-blue kurta. As she prepared, he gently touched her waist and whispered:
Haroon: "You look stunning."
Maryam (softly): "Haroon, please—I'm almost ready. You know we'll be late."
Haroon: "Special guests arrive fashionably late."
Scene 3: The Arrival
They arrived an hour late, but Maryam's parents—her mother and father—welcomed them with open arms, no mention of their delay or impatience.
Scene 4: Dinner and Conversations
The table was laden with rich dishes: biryani, kebabs, daal, naan. Casual teasing among cousins and jokes about Haroon's late arrival filled the air. Maryam whispered to Haroon: "See? No one minds." He winked: "Told you."
Scene 5: The Ride Home
Late that night, Haroon drove Maryam home. She rested her head on his shoulder:
Maryam: "Thank you for everything—taking care of me, of us."
Haroon: "Your happiness is my reward."
Under the calm night sky, they walked hand in hand into their home—energized by familial warmth and love anew.