The family farm's ballroom was aglow with warm lights, lively music, and the aroma of homemade food. Colorful balloons bobbed from the ceiling, and the main table showcased a massive cake, adorned with twinkling candles to celebrate Grandma Matilde's eightieth birthday. Ravi, who hadn't attended a family gathering in nearly five years, experienced a blend of nostalgia and discomfort as he walked through the gate.
He parked the car and straightened his shirt, feeling the sticky summer heat cling to his skin. His eyes swept over the place, searching for familiar faces, until a loud, melodious laugh seized his attention.
Gabi.
She was near the drinks table, donning a snug floral dress that accentuated every curve of her body. The fabric hitched slightly above her thighs as she reached for
