The summer heat was forgotten the moment the heavy rain started to fall over the grand roofs of the Haveli. Inside the master bedroom the air was warm and quiet. Lila lay exhausted against the white pillows and her body was shaking from the long hours of labor. Next to her a tiny bundle wrapped in soft silk let out a sharp loud cry.

Veer sat on the edge of the bed and his large hands were surprisingly gentle as he picked up the newborn baby. He cleaned the tiny face with a soft cloth and looked down at her. His dark eyes did not have any disappointment. Instead a massive smile broke through his thick beard and his chest swelled with a fierce pride.