Parinidhi let out a quiet sigh as she began to remove the intricate accessories that adorned her. The night air seeped through the heavy curtains, and the soft glow of the moon filtered into the dimly lit room, casting delicate shadows across the space.

Her gaze instinctively fell upon the diamond ring on her finger, its surface catching the faint light as it sparkled subtly in the darkness. A small, almost imperceptible smile curved her lips as she stared at it.