Soon, she was made to sit on a chair in front of Shehryaar. Long strands of flowers, acting as

a wall, separated them, inhibiting their vision. A veil covered her face from everyone. The

veil was intended for the groom to be the only one to see the bride's face for the first time

after their marriage. Guests who stood around Sheharzaad were somehow trying to catch a

glimpse of her face, but the veil played its role. Shehryaar had requested the veil to be

placed over Sheharzaad's head to cover ...