One sweltering afternoon, Sonia found herself alone near the outskirts of the village. The sun was relentless, and the air was heavy with anticipation. She had wandered farther than usual, her thoughts lost in the monotony of her daily chores. Suddenly, she felt a presence behind her. Before she could turn, a strong hand clamped over her mouth, pulling her back against a hard, muscular chest.

“Chup reh, Sonia,” Agni whispered in her ear, his voice deep and commanding. “Kisi ne sun liya toh teri izzat khatam ho jayegi.”