A lavish business gala was hosted at the Oberoi mansion two days later — a celebration for closing a major international deal. The entire ground floor and gardens sparkled with lights, live music, and Mumbai’s elite. Priya was dressed in a stunning deep emerald saree that hugged her curves perfectly. The low back and slightly sheer blouse showed glimpses of her smooth skin, still marked faintly with faint love bites from previous nights.

Vikram looked devastating in a tailored black suit. He stayed mostly by his mother’s side or with business associates, his usual cold demeanor keeping most people at a distance.