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Chapter 11: Devgarh ki Nayi Maharani
Maithili enters. "Hi, what are you doing here" says Arjun. As she is about to speak, someone says "inko humne bulaya hai beta"
Maithili- khammagani
DS blesses her, then she says "humne socha aap sab bache ja rahe hai trip pe toh kyun na Maithili ko bhi invitation de
Arjun gives a half smiles and says - ji DS
DS - Unnati beta inse milye yeh hai arjun ki dost Rajkumari Maithli.
After intro and brief chat, they step outside. Househelp were loading their luggage. Maithili takes the front seat per Vijay's wishes and Unnati sits in back. Arjun was standing near trunk of the car when vijay comes & says "Dada more you delay the bigger the issue. maybe this is good you can talk to Maithili on the trip and let her down easy"
"DS bhi na..." in anger he leaves and takes driver seat. He starts driving
Vijay - so Maithili, what do you do?
Maithli- doing some modeling projects overseas.
Vijay & unnati - thats amazing
Maithili- and you guys?
Vijay - i work with dada in Devgarh business
Unnati - i just started at oxford this year
Maithli - wow, for what?
U - I am going for PhD in literature & arts of asia
Maithili- wow
Vijay - ya she is a smart cookie
Mithili - you must love history
Unnati - yaa (smiles) i love reading historic events and exploring historic places. Its so rich and intriguing.
Maithli- i would fall asleep
Unnati laughing - i get that a lot
After few hours they make to Devgarh. As they are driving to destination, vijay was explaining history behind the different location as they pass by it. For fun he would say "maithli still awake?".Girls would laugh.
They reach their destination. It was Devgarh's Orphanage and Widow Organization. A place started by Komal 20 years ago where orphanges and widow lived in harmony. Every orphan had a parent and it gave widow, who had no home, a purpose in life. Every few months, Arjun & his sisters would come here to make sure things were running smoothly and bring smiles to kids with tons of gifts. Arjun was inside with manager while three stayed out to explore. Due to heat, Maithli and Vijay go sit in car.
A while later Arjun comes out. He walks to where he left them. There he see Unnati running around and playing game of tag with kids. A smile forms on his face. He walks toward her at the same time Vijay also walks there to check on Unnati. Arjun reaches where U and kids were playing. Vijay comes and see unnati hiding behind Arjun. Lost in the game, she ran behind him, grabs his hand and uses him as a shield between her and the kids. She moves him left and right as the kids turn. Arjun was happy & smiling. Vijay raises his eyebrow & thinks "dada smiling? Isnt that a rare sight" he goes back.
After they say goodbye, A and U head back to the car. Vijay - there you are. Had fun?
U - vijay banna these kids are so much fun
"ya I saw and did you have fun dada?" Says Vijay with a big grin and raising his eyebrow.
Confused Arjun says "i guess".
They head to Devgarh palace for the night and plan to head to Jaigarh the next day.
At night:
Unnati was exploring the palace when she ends up in a terrace. Soaking in moonlight, she realized she was not alone.
"Cant sleep" says Arjun
"Ya, it takes time for me to sleep in new place"
"Hmmm i see"
"Ya"
Somehow they ran out of things to say to each other. Trying hard to not look but ended up looking at each other at same time.
Unnati - i should go now
She takes a step forward, stops and turns back to him and says shyly
"actually i dont know way back to my room"
He smiles and raises his hand to indicate "after you". He walks her back to her room. Silence once again fills their path. Unnati in her mind "does he even talk? Maybe he doesnt like me...."
After dropping her off, he goes to his room. Arjun was watching TV and doing something on his laptop. he was searching about Princess Unnati but there wasnt much. Just like her dear sister Manyata, Unnati was very private and stayed away from paparazzis. Most of the article he found were about Uday and his playboy life, whereas Unnati was just mentioned under sibling. Arjun surprised and disgusted with his childhood friend, thinks -" can't believe Udayveer is like this. Being royalty doesnt mean be a playboy. Kaisa insaan hai". It had reminded him of his father and his past actions. Unlike other royalty, Arjun was very down to earth. Despite being top 5 most eligible bachelor in India he didn't let it go to his head. Girls were always around him even threw themselves at him but he didn't do anything as he was always searching for The One. Slowly slowly he gets engrossed in the movie. Vijay comes and asks "dada may i use your laptop, DS has send some documents regarding deal with Jagat. I need to verify". Arjun full into his movie nods his head. Vijay sees the open search on Unnati and wonders hmmm is dada interested in her? Nai nai, but that day in NGO as well. Hmmm i need to find out." He completes his task, & leaves
The next day, before heading out to Jaigarh, Unnati wanted to see some historic sites.
Maithili- do you guys mind if i stay back, i want to enjoy this amazing pool and view of Devgarh
Arjun- sure
Vijay thought it was good opportunity to let Arjun alone with Unnati and also stays back.
Arjun and Unnati head out to visit different sites. Unnati was busy capturing pictures and Arjun was telling her tales behind the sites. After couple of hours of exploring, Unnati says - thanks Arjun, this was fun. Devgarh history is very interesting
Arjun - no problem, so there is one more site im sure you will enjoy, it has a touch of jaigarh
Excited Unnati - really? Lets go!
They reach a beautiful palace on a top of a hill overlooking the Jaigarh river. The exterior was red with white touches.
Arjun - this is summer palace. Situated on border of Devgarh and Jaigarh. This is a first joint venture between Devgarh & Jaigarh. This was your mom's idea as a place for both family to enjoy. (Unnati gets emotional) We use to spend lot of time here. You probably dont remember much you were so little". They head inside and eveything was decorated very lavish. It had components from Devgarh and Jaigarh cultures.
Arjun - this was decorated by your mother. Every little detail.... everything. After Vasu aunty passed away, both families stop coming here"
Unnati (her voice breaking) "everything is as is after so many years"
Arjun - "ya, DS has hired team of caretakers for this palace to ensure its maintained. This was a special place for both families.."
Emotional Unnati hugs Arjun which makes him stop talking and she says "thank you so much.... I was about 4 when my mom passed away. I didnt get a chance to know her... her likes dislikes (arjun was stroking her hair to calm her down as she cried in his embrace) now i can see her personality her character in this place" He let her vent it all out. They stayed in hug for a while, Arjun felt butteflies in his stomach. Unnati finally realizing what she did breaks the hug -" im sorry i didnt mean to". Arjun - its okay
They make it back so met other two so they can head to Jaigarh. Vijay trying to tease - "what took you both so long?... Unnati did dada bore you"
Unnati - not at all (A & U smile at each other)
That night in USA
Uday was sitting on his bed turning light on and off. It was bothering him a lot. His princess hasnt said a word to him since the shopping trip. "Pata nai princess ko kya ho gaya hai. Aisa kyu behave kar rahi hai. Mana i was the one who was being distant but she has completely stop talking. I need to find out aisa kya huya hai...." eventually he falls asleep.
In India -
The next few days was spent in exploring Jaigarh and its history. Most of it by Arjun and Unnati alone. If Maithili and Vijay joined then Maithli would go sit in car or shade away from heat. All this exploring was not her cup of tea. Vijay would accompany her as he did not want to be a haddi.
At night in Arjun's room
Vijay - hi dada how was your day out with Unnati?
Arjun - it was good
Vijay - great, isnt Unnati just amazing to be around
Arjun - hmmm she is
Vijay - she would make a great wife... and a maharani
Arjun shocked - hmmm... wait what?
Vijay - nothing just stating fact, acha GN
Vijay to himself - seed has been planted
Arjun thinks of his time spend with Unnati and how he likes being around her. He thinks of first time he met her at Mumbai palace and was stunned by her beauty that he couldnt talk. And the hug and how he felt. What did she feel he thought.
In morning
Arjun was in garden having his breakfast and working. Unnati comes out - good morning
Arjun - good morning
Unnati - work again i see
Arjun smiles - yes
Unnati was enjoying food and admiring the surrounding - where is vijay and Maithli?
Arjun - vijay is still sleeping and Maithili i dont know
U - hmm for a friend you dont know much
Arjun - you know she isnt really my friend
U - ya i figured
Arjun - DS wants us to (pauses) you know
U - hmmmm. Our people and royal duty comes first. Im sure DS picked her a for a good reason. You just need to give it time to (pause & hesitantly) accept her
Arjun smiling - thats a very rajwada answer. So that is Rajkumari Unnati's opinion. What about Unnati? What does she think?
Unnati surprised at this question, usually her identity is limited to her royalty status. But today someone wants to about her only
U - "well unnati thinks life is nothing but collection of memories. These memories you make with with your loved ones are actual treasures and heirlooms. Not these palaces and crowns. (Looking in his eyes) be with somone who makes you happy, adds value to your life & make timless memories"
Arjun was surprised with her answer. Their eyes locked and arjun was trying to read her. Both were losing themselves when Unnati felt something and decides to move out. Pointing to palace, she says "ill just". Lost in her, his heart plays a tune...
[Music]
She gets up to leave
teri baarishein bhigaayein mujhe
Arjun gets up and turns to watch her leave
teri hawaaein bahaayein mujhe
Surprised at what she felt, while walking she turns back for a moment to see him
paaon tale mere zameenein chal paRin
aisa to kabhee hua hi nahi
When she turns, he was happy. He puts his hand in his hair and ruffles/rubs his head and big smile appeared on his face
ae mere dil mubaarak ho
yahi to pyaar hai
Ishq mubarak ishq Mubarak
Still admiring her leave. While she kept walking thinking about what & why she was feeling...
Vijay who had come to get Maithli for breakfast, both sees this from her balcony. Maithli goes inside disappointed.
Vijay - im sorry (no response) these things just
Maithli cuts him off - (with a fake smile) i guess i kind of saw it coming, he never took interest in me but i thought he just needed time.
Vijay - you cant control these things it just happens
Maithili - ya i know.... she is a great girl
Vijay smiles and nods - just like you (M smiles too)
Vijay goes to garden - dada aapse kuch baat karni hai
"Haan kaho"
"its time you need to tell Maithli, you are not being fair to her. You are leaving her hanging."
"You are right" says Arjun. Vijay was surprised as he thought he would have to do lot more convincing. "Since we are on the same page, (jokingly) you tell her the reason is beacuse you like someone else"
Arjun knowing what he is hinting at "again right"
Vijay jaw drops - "did you just admit?"
Arjun - yes my dear brother.
Vijay - wait, we are talking bout same person?... rajkumari unnati?
Arjun - nai (vijay surprised) Unnati just Unnati
Vijay was confused. Arjun walks out to talk to Maithli. She understands his position and they hug it out. As he about to leave, Mathili adds "waise jitni der humko kehne mein lagiyi utni der Unnati ko batane mein mat lena. kahi bhag na jaye kis aur k saath" (arjun smiles and nods his head).
It was their last night at Jaigarh. They planned to go to college bar for dinner and drinks. M, V and A were talking. Unnati was fairly quiet as she was trying to comes in terms with what she felt around Arjun, especially with Maithli in the picture. Maithli texts Vijay and they make plan to leave these two alone. M makes an excuse about a phone call and leaves. she calls Vijay who pretends its his mom & leaves.
Arjun finally breaks the ice - why are you so quiet?
Unnati - "nothing just vacation went by so fast. Back to reality in few days when i go to London"
Arjun sad hearing about her going back and says - "you can stay back, india has good colleges too"
U - my life is there, and my family. Ill be alone here
Arjun out of blue - would you go on a date with me?. Unnati was shocked - what?
She got exicted inside but her excitement was broken when Maithli came to her mind.
Arjun pick up on her thought and further adds - "I talked to Maithli (pauses) ... i told her I dont see a future with her. Part of it is because when I do imagine a future .... I have started to see you.
i have started to like you. Will you give us a chance?"
Unnati nods her head in yes. Their eyes lock and both smile. V & M comes out of nowhere. V says "so is it done yet, im hungry?" Unnati gets shy and was about to leave when Arjun stops her by holding her hand under the table. They all enjoy their night.
Next morning, they were back in Mumbai. As Unnati was leaving for London in few days, Arjun did not want to lose out on any time so he planned a date that evening. They went to high end restaurant for dinner where they talked for hours. After dinner, Arjun took her for a walk on beach. It was one of his favorite place. He drops her off after dinner & gives her a sidehug. Unnati is a bit disappointed as she was anticipating a kiss even on a cheek would do she thought.
The next day, Giri and Unnati come for breakfast. Vijay & Unnati go to Arjun's room to call him down. Vijay notifies Arjun that DS was looking for him last night and advices they need to tell elders about them dating. In DS study: Giri, DS, Brij were talking when kids come. DS - aaye, kaisi rahi aapki trip? Aur Arjun beta aapko hum kalse doondh rahe the, kaha the aap?
Arjun - Hum aapse kuch kehna chahte hai. Hum Maithili se shaadi nai karna chahte.
DS was not happy with his decision. Arjun further adds - hum kissi aur ko pasand karte hai
DS and Brij share a worried look. Brij - kaun?
Arjun - Unnati
Unnati who was standing there gets worried. Arjun hold her hand in comfort. DS comes forward and says "yeh nai ho sakta" she turns to Giri and Brij.
Giri hesitantly - haan jo Dadishaheb ne kaha
Vijay blurts out - par DS kyu nai? Yeh toh unfai..
DS gives him a angry look that shuts him up.
Arjun now frustrated - "im sorry DS par it is my decision who to marry". He was about to storm out but stops when he heard elders laughing.
DS - rukhye beta, hum toh baas aise he. Im very happy to hear k aap aur Unnati k dusre ko pasand karte hai. (She kissed his and Unnati's forehead)
Brij - Giriraj humari dosti ab rishtedari mein badalne wali hai. (they hug)
Giri - Yuvraaj Arjun se behtair damad humhe kaha milenge. Hum bahut khush hai
DS - hum pandit ko bula lete hai (B & G nod)
Arjun - DS hum abhi ek dusaro ko janna chahte hai.. shaadi is too early.
DS - haan theeke hai we can do wedding after 2 months. Roka toh kar hi sakte hai, sahi hai giriraj?
Giri - i agree with DS.
Arjun- but DS
DS - unnati beta aapka kya kehna hai
Unnati looks at her father - jaisa aap sab chahe
Komal comes to call everyone for breakfast. DS fills her in and she is beyond happy. She gets emotional. Everyone head to dining room except A & U. Arjun -" Im sorry Unnati. Mujhe nai pata hai yeh sab itna jaldi... ill talk to DS alone and make sure nothing happens until you are ready."
U is happy at his care- humhe koi problem nai
Arjun - really? (She nods yes and he finally gives a her a peck on her forehead & hug. She feels happy)
At the breakfast table elders has already started planning for roka when Komal says - Maashaheb jay & manyata 15 days mein vapid aayenge, tab tak agar..." Arjun adds - maa sahi keh rahi hai. I want my angels there
It was decided to have roka ceremony day after both girls return. Later that night, U, A, V and Maithli go to celebrate U & A.
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