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The Wedding DayThe entire house of Subhadra Devi, senior collector in one of the district in Andhra Pradesh, India and aunt of Arjun, was buzzing with excitement. Decorated with mango leaf festoons and colorful floral mandaps, it looked like a palace echoing with joy, relatives, and rituals.Inside, the family priest rushed in, slightly anxious. Approaching Subhadra, who was busy directing helpers:> “Madam, it’s time. Is the bride ready yet?”With a smile, Subhadra replied calmly,> “I’ll check. Please have some coffee, Panditji. Raju, bring him a cup.”She ascended the stairs briskly and opened the door to Priya’s room—only to find her