The door to Kavya’s house opened with a creak, and one by one, the girls stepped out like a scene straight out of a glamorous movie.

Amrit was the first to appear, commanding attention in a stunning red strapless gown that flowed like liquid fire. The fabric clung to her in all the right places before trailing into a soft flare at the hem. Her deep red lips matched her gown, and her hair, styled in voluminous waves, glistened under the amber glow of the porch light.