The trip was uneventful, they unloaded their luggage. As Riya paid the driver she was conscious of his eyes taking in her figure and her curves. He licked his lips as she counted rupees into his hand, and then they were gone.

Riya’s auntie welcomed them, she was a stately lady in her mid 50’s, soft-spoken and gentle, nothing seemed to upset her quiet countenance. Riya had always thought she would like to be just like her aunt. Being in her company was relaxing and Riya felt the tensions of the morning wash away.