Julian and Eva relaxed on the bed after a long bath. Eva leaned on his chest. Julian crossed his arms on her back. There was a long silence in the room. "I like the environment," Eva whispered. "I know you do. Are you hiding anything from me?" Julian asked. "I don't like the culture," Eva said, ignoring his question. "Why do you hate their culture?" "They have very close-knit families and most of the decisions they take revolve around their families. I wouldn't want anyone making decisions for me," Eva responded. "Close-knit families?" "Yes, like a joint family where the father, mother, kids, their spouses, and grandchildren all live under the same roof." "No, things have evolved to a great extent with a mass exodus of Indians to cities, in search of employment. Joint families are prevalent mainly in rural India and in small cities. Here in Mumbai, I don't think things like that exist. Eva, you need to take a short nap before the time," Julian said, lowering her carefu
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