His Widow
Perhaps that would make it hurt less.
Perhaps.
He returned within minutes, only to stop dead in his tracks at the sight before him.
The golden ornaments shimmered under the soft lighting, catching the glint in her downcast eyes. The bridal finery clung to her frame, transforming her into something ethereal, almost otherworldly. A small tilak was carefully pressed between her brows, and a delicate maang tikka (hair line pendant) was placed on her forehead, its chain disappearing into her neatly parted hair. A chorus of red and gold bangles clinked as they were gently forced up her wrists, encasing her hands in tradition. A gentle clatter echoed as red and gold bangles were slid up her wrists,