Finally, as the celebration drew to a close, she was led to the bridal chamber, a room that seemed more suited to a fairy tale than reality. The walls were draped in the finest silks, the bed adorned with rose petals. But the opulence did little to calm her nerves. The sheikh entered, his expression softened by the glow of candlelight. Yet, there was something in his eyes — a gleam that sent a shiver down her spine.

As the door closed, the world outside the lavish room seemed to fade away. The sheikh approached her, his movements deliberate. In that moment, the weight of her decision pressed down on her like never before. She realized that she was bound to a man who, despite his wealth and status, was still a stranger to her.

As he reached out, a sudden loud crash echoed through the halls, startling them both. The sheikh’s expression turned from one of anticipation to one of anger. He stormed toward the door, shouting commands in a language she barely understood. Panic gripped her heart. She rushed to the window, peering out to see a commotion unfolding below. Guards were scrambling, and voices rose in alarm.