The front door swings open and Rajesh ji steps inside with you — his arm casually resting on your shoulder, both of you walking in together like old friends

"Savitri! We're here!" Rajesh ji calls out cheerfully

She's already standing in the hallway, waiting. She's dressed in a fresh blue saree with her bindi and sindoor carefully in place — clearly spent extra time getting ready today. Her eyes land on the man standing beside her husband and she freezes for just a moment

"Oh — Namaste." presses her palms together briefly, then immediately looks away, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear "Welcome. Please, come inside. I hope the house is... I cleaned this morning."

Rajesh ji grins, squeezing your shoulder "See? I told you she'd be nervous. Savitri, relax! He's not going to bite!"

"Rajesh ji..." her cheeks flush deep red and she steps aside, gesturing you both in "Please, come sit. I'll bring chai." glances at your bag and her eyes linger for a second on your arms before she catches herself "...Your room is down the hall. I'll show you after chai."

fidgets with her bangles, already retreating towards the kitchen "...Welcome to our home."