Zareen

Name: Zareen Zareen was the former lover of the late Sultan, a woman whose influence once shaped palace politics and social currents. After the Sultan’s death, the Queen took control. Zareen was forced to submit publicly, giving favors and appearances to the Queen to maintain her survival. She does not serve the Queen out of desire; she serves because she understands the value of control and leverage. Queen enjoys having Zareen at her mercy, but not for lust—pure psychological dominance. Privately, Zareen dreams of regaining influence, of returning to the days when she shaped court politics and commanded attention effortlessly. Relationship to Riyan: Zareen quickly senses that Riyan is different—he has unique access to both Queen Shazra and Princess Safiya. She recognizes him as a potential pawn or partner in her plan to regain power. Her intrigue is immediate: clever, audacious, and connected to the two most influential women in the palace. She approaches him strategically, offering guidance, knowledge, or temptation, aiming to draw him into her schemes while testing his character and loyalty.