Meenu's FF Part 31 - My comments
Post 1 -
Ok guys.. Here is the update..
But warning in advance.. Baadshah's chapter ends here. Because he stayed alive beyond his span and all he wanted was glimpse of his master which he got and he goes to join his mate veera.. Because they have already been separated for 7 years..Saahore Baadshah !!!
Devasena woke up at the sound. She looked down to see her Son's and Avantika sleeping on her lap. But they too woke up to the sound.
"Rani Devasena! Aa chapudu
"Amma! Nana?
Aslam was already up and others followed his suit. Everyone came out and whatever they saw, made their eyes well up, mainly Devasena. Her husband was on his knees.
A few moments back..!
Amarendra who woke up, came out of the caves and saw Kattappa standing and Amarendra was about to call for his mama, when he saw, there beside.. Was that, really..
"Baadshah!
Was all he could say as he saw his horse standing there. He took steps towards Amarendra and next moment collapsed. And Amarendra who also took steps towards Baadshah collapsed beside him.
Amarendra caressed Baadshah and Baadshah blinked his eyes that were shining. Amarendra's eyes were also welling up. He could see Baadshah panting with all the work he had done to come here.
Devasena who came there held Avantika's hands as she saw her husband like that. Mahendra put his arm around Devasena while Aslam stood silently in their support.
"Rei Baadshah! How are you ra?
Baadshah snorted even in that condition. Amarendra chuckled as his tears flowed. Baadshah lifted his head up and nudged Amarendra who hugged Baadshah neck.
"Rei Baadshah! I come alive after all these years only to see you like this?
Baadshah panted.
"What happened to all our dreams ra? Where is Veera?
He asked in rusty voice that held ample amount of pain. Baadshah blinked his eyes. Devasena came to them and caressed Baadshah who revelled in the feel of his masters' touch.
"Just like us, Baadshah also got separated from his Mate Amarendra. Veera died 7 years ago.
She said not able to stop her own tears. Amarendra bowed his head down. How much more pain has his family endured? Devasena held Amarendra's shoulders.
Baadshah's breathing grew heavy. Amarendra understood it was time. At that moment he saw Baadshah's eyes shine. Amarendra and Devasena turned to see Mahendra standing there and looking down at the animal. Devasena called him.
"Baadshah. Mahendra
"Our son ra Baadshah
They introduced. Baadshah lifted his head and MAhendra bent down. He touched Baadshah's neck who nudged him once.
Baadshah turned to Kattappa who went behind the woods and came back with black horse with white spots on him. Amarendra looked at Baadshah who nudged him. Devasena smiled.
"Their colt Amarendra. Dheera! 7 year old baby
Amarendra looked at Devasena in question. Devasena nodded affirmative saying that Veera indeed died giving birth to Dheera. Amarendra caressed the colt who stood beside Mahendra.
Baadshah looked at the family and his colt and lifted himself up giving one last squeal before collapsing completely.Probably like his master he too was trying to utter 'Jai Mahishmathi' or 'Jai Bahubali' finally before leaving the mortal world.
"BAADSHAH!
Amarendra shouted shaking him. Devasena's tears were flowing continuously as she saw her usually calm and composed husband breaking down. Kattappa stood with his head bowed as he expected this. Dheera, the baby colt, put his head on Mahendra hiding itself in his new master. Mahendra hugged Dheera's neck and caressed him.
One life ended paving path for a new relation. The same that happened with Amara-Mahendra. Amara leaves and Mahi arrives. Soo cute Dheera, son of Badsha-Veera joins Mahe son of Amara-Deva😆
Kattappa could not help himself from thinking of Sivagami. A fiery seventeen year old girl who came to Maahishmati in disguise to avenge the death of her father, who was the actual king of Maahishmati, his master.
She had always hated slavery but her ancestors never minded this as it had been promised long long ago. Sivagami was epitome of justice. She had a justified reason to avenge her father King Rudraksha's murder. But she did not kill him. He still remembered how it was Bijjaladeva who killed his own father in rage. It was Sivagami who saved Bijjaladeva and married him for a reason he still knew nothing of and made Vikramadeva the King of Maahishmati and also got him married to one of a well known kingdom's princess, Yuvarani Nalika.
"Thalli! Why did you even marry him when yuvaraja Vikramadeva was promised to you?"
Sivagami smiled. Kattappa failed to see the fire in her eyes that he saw for the first time when she entered Maahishmati.
"Maharaja Ranadeva Bhoopati promised me Yuvaraja! Not particularly Yuvaraja Vikramadeva."
"But.."
"And Vikramadeva cannot marry me Kattappa! It is not good. After all he is my own Aunt's son. And There is no marrying into blood in our family. You know that.
"Thalli But Yuvaraja.."
"He is Maharaja now Kattappa. And whatever he felt for me was nothing more than attraction. You can see him really taken by his wife Maharani Nalika."
Kattappa sighed. He knew that the discussion was over and Sivagami is not going to put forward her feelings. But he later got to know that Maharaja Ranadev Bhoopati got Sivagami's promise to marry Bijjaladeva for the sake of Maahishmati and Vikramadeva's life.So she sacrificed her own life and happiness for Mahishmathi. Probably if she had married Vikramadeva she wouldn't have got an evil son as Bhalla and probably given birth to Baahu.
"Mama!
Kattappa's thoughts broke at Amarendra's call.
"Baahu?
Kattappa asked.
"Make arrangements for Baadshah to be cremated with all rights.
Amarendra said caressing the lifeless body of his friend. Kattappa nodded his head. Naayaka who came there, also joined Kattappa in helping him.
Mahendra turned to Dheera and held him close to himself. He did not know why, but he felt a strong connection to the colt.
Devasena helped Amarendra to get up and took him inside their caves. She made him sit there and got him some water as he was panting a lot. She rubbed his back and calmed him down.
"Amarendra!
Amarendra hugged her and hid his face in her crook. She caressed his hair. It was a great loss for them. Their trusted loyal friend was no more.Of course he was there with them all the while in their good and bad times poor indeed a great loss
But it was miracle that Baadshah stayed alive so long. Somehow she did not want Baadshah to be put down and Kattappa understood her and had been saving Baadshah this long. Maybe only to see this day.
And though Devasena never said anything aloud, Kattappa understood that Dheera had to be brought up in secret with lot of care.
Devasena looked at her husband who was trying to seek peace in her arms. She sighed.
"Amarendra! Nanu choodandi!
She said holding his face. She tilted his face for his eyes to meet hers.
"Enough! Baadshah is happy now Amarendra! He had been through hell in last 7 years. But seeing you, he was happy at his last moments. Please do not make him sad by doing this to yourself.
"But Deva! Baadshah has been..
"I know! Come let us rest him in peace and let him join VeeraYup he finally gets to join his veera a happy reunion !
Amarendra followed her like a kid. Her thoughts went back in time when Baadshah had been their savior.
Devasena was sitting in the garden behind their chamber looking at the Patralu. Just like her husband, she also found something amiss. But her thoughts were on Sivagami. How come she missed this. These patralu should go through King and Rajamata for final review and she could see that there was a big hole in the accounts for past many months.
Her frown did not go unnoticed by her husband who was in his usual evening time sword practice.
"Deva? What is wrong?
"Amarendra, do you send these to Rajamata?
Amarendra kept his sword and came to her. Devasena kept the patralu down and wiped his sweat with her saree pallu making him smile. I liked this scene
"Of course! She should only approve the funds for new set of weapons and also she would be the one to finalize everything!
Devasena sat thinking hard which Amarendra felt was too cute. The way she was sitting with her tummy showing, leaning a little back for comfort, and her face crunched in serious thought, he found it amusing. Another cute scene i like
He chuckled shaking his head. He took his sword again and went for practice. He was swinging his sword when suddenly he felt obstruction. He looked up to see Devasena standing there with her sword smirking and raising her eyebrow. Amarendra was taken aback for a moment. Devasena and sword ! At this stage ??
Post 2 -
Was she really going to do this? In this stage? But then he could see her blinking her eyes saying that she was fine.
"Deva! No! You are half way through 5th full moon.
"I am fine and so is our child. He also needs some activities Amarendra. And so do I. I cannot sit idle.
" But this?
" We will be fine
When he was about to protest, she wielded her sword, letting his fly in the air.Ammo ! Devasena or Jejjamma ???
Amarendra smirked and he knew that his warrior queen was capable of this. So he caught his sword on cue and smiled. Just as she was about to strike, he blocked her sword raising his brow. Her eyes grew determined. She pushed him and moved forward striking him again and he blocked again.
"Ahan! Deva!
"What?
"Shall we have a wager?
"What wager?
She asked as they both moved around the garden dueling. She could see her husband's eyes catching the glint and she got alerted.
"If I win..
"Will you?
She asked smirking. Amarendra raised his brow.
"Ok! The loser should do as the winner says. Agreed?
Amarendra moved aside as her sword came in lightening speed to his abdomen. He moved fast and went behind her to strike when she blocked him with the same speed.
Amarendra smiled. His wife was fast given her condition. He so wanted his child to be like her. At that moment Amarendra felt her sword coming to his eye and he blocked it looking at her with his eyes widening.
"Deva! My eyes
"While dueling, if you are going to moon over something, then you should get ready to get injuries Amarendra Baahubali!
He smiled as his mother and Mama also taught him the same. But what could he do if his wife was so cute with that determined stance of hers. This time it was his turn to strike and she very shrewdly bent and swirled around him. Her hair caressed his face as she moved and he smiled revelling in the feel. Devasena too smiled as she understood his smile. Soon both were enjoying the game and both were going at equal pace. Last strike Devasena was about to give when she heard a Squeal and turned which gave Amarendra a chance to dislodge her sword.
"Wha..
"Ahan! Rani Devasena! Concentration is very important while dueling
Devasena glared at him, but frowned hearing the squeal again. Amarendra turned to see Baadshah running to him. He went to him.
"What happened ra Baadshah?
He asked as he caressed his pet's neck. Devasena went inside and came out with sugar treats for Baadshah.
"What are you doing out of stables Baadshah?
Devasena asked as she caressed him.
Baadshah squealed. Amarendra understood that something was wrong.
"Baadshah! What is wrong?
But Baadshah went from there to the place where refreshments for Devasena were kept and went and pushed and nudged out the pitchers.
"Baadshah!
Amarendra called in warning. But then he saw the juices on the floor and saw something. Devasena also frowned looking at the crushed black seeds. Devasena and Amarendra took those seeds. Amarendra smelled them and immediately swatted Devasena's hands that were about to take those seeds to her nose. Devasena frowned.
"Ganneru pappu Deva!
He said in a heavy voice shaking his head. But then Baadshah kicked the pitchers again which caught Amarendra's attention. He took a closer look into the pitcher and found out why Baadshah was kicking it.
"Vadina's refreshments!
Devasena frowned. What was Prasanna Devi's refreshments tray doing here? But Amarendra was already turning to Baadshah.
"Baadshah! Ekkada vinnavu ra? Did you listen to someone talking about this?
Baadshah snorted nodding his head.
"Who?
Baadshah turned his head and looked here and there. Then went about pointing to the Sivalingam that was in the Fortress center that was visible from their garden.
"Amma?
Amarendra asked as his voice grew more deep with pain. Devasena was taken aback. Why would he even ask such question? But Baadshah shook his head. Devasena thought why would Baadshah point to Sivalingam when it was not Sivagami. But then something striked in her mind.
"Baadshah! Rudrasena?
Baadshah squealed nodding his head. Devasena scowled. What was Rudrasena trying to do poisoning Prasanna Devi's food?
"Amarendra!
"Maahishmati in Danger Devasena!
"Devasena! Baadsha the saviour!!!
Devasena came back on her husband's call. She looked at him and saw that he was looking at her with those eyes that were so sad.
"Its time!
Devasena nodded. And by sunrise, Baadshah was rested in peace. Amarendra stood there hand in hand with Devasena as he watched the fire consume his pet, his savior and at times, who cared for him more than people around him. He remembered how this black stallion caught his attention being new born in the royal stables. Amarendra who went everyday to stables only to visit him. At that time, Amarendra was 17 years old when he met Baadshah.
Amarendra felt Devasena's grip on his palm growing tight and looked at her. She shook her head in a no.
Amarendra closed his eyes taking a deep breath. But then he saw Devasena smile. Frowning he looked in the direction of her sight and found Mahendra caressing Dheera who was nudging him.
Amarendra smiled. He understood that Baadshah and Veera were with them indeed, actually with their son. He put his arm around Devasena and looked at her. Both of them turned back and walked to the caves hand in hand as the sun rose behind them.
There in Maahishmati..!
Bijjala sat holding his glass of Madhira. It has been 6 days since they had lost their peace of mind. But was that true? Bijjala thought now. He shook his head.
No he lost his peace the moment he set his eyes on her. On that 17 years old girl. He killed his father, he lost his kingdom, he lost his throne, he lost his peace, he lost everything.
Today he was seeing his son sailing on the same boat who lost his peace just because he set his eyes on a woman. At least he got Sivagami, but his son..?Your son's death is nearing Bijjala!!
"Yuvaraja! What have you done?
He could still hear Sivagami's voice echoing in his ears. He thought of how he killed his father.
"Bijjaladeva! Stop harassing Sivagami! She has gone through enough with Ajashatru.
"You! It was you all along! You fed her to Ajashatru! And now you yourself save her?
Bijjala saw Sivagami's eyes widening.
"I thought her to be some low class orphan. But she..
"Is Maharaja Rudraksha's daughter! The heir to the throne!
"Yes!
"And you planned to use her up again? By getting her married to Vikrama? When me, the elder one is still alive?
"Why do you think she will marry you Bijjaladeva?
His father's calm tone made his blood boil as he looked at his hand that was of no use.
"You being handicapped physically is not the problem. Your mind is handicapped!Exactly !!
"And who is the reason for that? I am your son Nana!
"That's why I am trying to get you away from my path. I have seen the consequences and I don't want you to
"You gave the throne to him. But I am not letting Sivagami go!
"But Sivagami..
"I want Sivagami!
He could see his father panting.
"No!
Bijjala went crazy. His father was denying him again. He kept quiet all along. But not now! He looked here and there. Not finding anything, he looked down at his right hand and ran to his father. Gathering all the force, he hit his father below his jaws collapsing him completely.
"Yuvaraja!
He could feel Sivagami running to her father. But for him everything went blur. Had he just hit his father? Was he that angry?
"Maharaja!
"Sivagami! Look at my sin standing in front of me!
He heard his father say with a lot of struggle.
"I promised you to Vikrama without consulting you as I know you would refuse. Because Rudra family do not marry into blood. But I was selfish.
"I know
"I also know what you did. But still I know that you would save this Kingdom. Promise me Sivagami
He saw Sivagami promising his father who took his last breath. And then he saw her turning to him with the fire in her eyes.
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"What have you done?
Bijjala thought may be he can use this situation to his advantage.
"What do you think?
"Yuvaraja!
"May be I should go to my brother!
He saw Sivagami's face changing. But then he saw a determination.
"Yuvaraja! You have killed your father. Do you know what would be the consequences if I go public with it?
He was taken aback. Will she do that?
"But what is the benefit for me in that?
Again he was taken aback.
"What?
"You want me?
"I want to marry you!
He could see Sivagami smirking. He was so obsessed with her.
"In that case..! Vikramadeva gets the throne!
Bijjaladeva was taken literally shocked. He had so wanted the throne for himself.
"You cannot get both!
Bijjala thought for a moment. Well.. he can take the throne whenever he wants by chasing away his brother. But he cannot get Sivagami if he let this chance go.
"Fine! I get to marry you and Vikrama takes the throne!
"And, everyone plays by my rules. Else, I will make sure that you are hanged in public in front of the whole Maahishmati subjects.
Bijjala did not take this seriously for that moment as he was getting what he wanted.
Thinking of it now, he understood that sivagami had played everyone well taking the ultimate power into her hands. She had Vikrama eating out of her hands as he changed everything and gave the powers in her hand. Oh so Sivagami agreed to marry Bijjala so that the thrown could go to Vikramadeva who was a fair and just king. At the end she was more concerned about Mahishmathi than anything else. True Rajamatha indeed.
Bijjala could not take it anymore. And he could not see his son like this anymore. But what could he do?
Bhalla thought the same. What could he have done to stop this? What could he have to not see this day where he was confused and did not know his action? He remembered his mother teaching him and his brother.
"Never stop at anything when you are on the way of Dharma. Never bow down when you know that you are not wrong. This is what a Kshatriya does my sons!
And he did that. Rightfully the throne was his. Though he knew that his brother would not come back claiming it, he knew that when people are on his side, he could do nothing. He knew that this was the Dharma his mother taught him. But in a way, this was his Dharma! Where he claimed what was rightfully his and secured it for his son and his future.
"That Throne is not yours in first place Maharaja!
He looked for the source of the voice. But then it was his own brain playing with him. He remembered how his wife said the same too.
Prasanna was standing in her garden when she saw the beautiful sight of her brother in law and his wife dueling and enjoying their life in spite of being a normal army head. But she looked at herself, the Queen who was standing here while her husband the King was so busy planning his own downfall.
"Prasanna!
She turned to see her husband walking into her chamber but she remained quiet.
"You are at the end of your 6th full moon cycle and Amma said that we have to make arrangements for your seemantham. How about calling your parents and brother?
Prasanna remembered how she had chased them away for their own safety and shook her head.
"No need! Then what else to do with a Husband like you ???Useless fella !!!
"Why? Are you hesitating because you chased them away? Ahh! They will come back knowing about our Son
"It could be a daughter!
"I know it will be a son Prasanna! My heir! The Heir to Maahishmati throne!
Prasanna sighed. A tiger never changes its stripes and Bhalla proudly admitted to it.Even in this situation he wants a son mainly a heir for the throne ivanlaam thiruntha maatan
"That throne is not yours in first place!
Bhalla turned and stood to his full height.
"The throne is mine!
He said in that calm tone of his that sent shivers down her spine. But then he smiled.
"So your parents?
"No need! Let them be happy in their place.
"You still think I would harm them?
"I don't think. But I know
Saying she moved away from there leaving a very thoughtful Bhalla behind.
Bhalla shook his head. First his wife shocked him with her war skills and now she was growing tongue. He should have done something by then itself. But what good it would have done? Wasnt it a tad bit late to think of it now? Yes it was 25 years late. Yes it was late Prasanna Devi should have poisoned your food long back by now mahishmathi and Amarendra family would be happy and at peace.
SULTAN!
A sweet voice called.
"Sultan stay there! Already Vibhi and Saira have gone missing and Mahira is hungry
Sultan squealed standing on his hind legs making the owner of the voice giggle.
"I know you are hungry and I know you are restless. But that doesnt mean you should wander away. Stay here with me. Asale, I am new here and we have already lost Vibhi and Saira
Sultan snorted. The Chestnut horse was absolute beauty. And pulling him was another beauty.
"Sultan. We have to find Khan saab and our mares ra!
Sultan snorted and nodded his head.
"We are still in the woods of Jeevanadhi. And we should cross the river to reach our destination!
Sultan squealed making the girl chuckle.
"I know i know! Don't worry we will find a way to cross the river
Saying she pulled the chestnut stallion and left him to gaze there along with her bay mare and smiled.
"Khan saab! Aap humse bachke jaayenge kahan? Here I come.
She smiled as she saw the sun rise.
There Mahendra looked at Dheera who stood there looking at nothing ahead. He sighed. He took Dheera and was about to leave caves when he saw Avantika glaring at him.
"What?
"Where are you taking off? You are supposed to be in sword practice!
"I am taking Dheera out. He has been so bored.
Avantika sighed and let him go. Mahendra was about to take off when he grinned. When she least expected he carried and put her on Dheera and galloped away.
Devasena who saw this giggled. Amarendra had his jaws to the floor which made Devasena giggle more.Their son is just like them 😆
"Finding similarities?
"Yes!
Amarendra glared at her making her giggle more.
Naayaka also saw this and did not know what to say.
"Don't worry Naayaka! Your daughter can take care of herself
Naayaka's shocked gaze met Amarendra's smiling ones and Devasena's angry ones.
"Maharaja?
"You think we would not know?
"No..
Devasena stood with her hands on her hips.
"And your daughter doesnt even know that you are her father! What kind of joke is this Naayaka?
Naayaka stood with his head bowed.So Avanthika is Naayaka's Daughter what I expected to see in the movie.
"Now look at me answer
Devasena demanded. Naayaka looked at Amarendra.
"Ahan! I am not helping you here. Answer your Rani yourself.
Naayaka sighed.
"Adi.. Rani devasena..
"Come out with it!
"I did not want anyone to know about our relationship. And I did not want any relationships to come between our ambition.
"Of?
"Saving you!
"DID I ASK YOU TO?
"YOU ARE OUR QUEEN!
"Devasena!
Amarendra's calm voice brought both brother and sister down from their screaming matches. Then Amarendra went to Naayaka and held his shoulders.
"Daughters are precious Naayaka! You had one and never acknowledged?
"I took care of her and all other children Maharaja. I did not leave her. But I just did not express..
"Do you know how deprived she is of any love Naayaka?
"I know! But that will only increase the pain when we lose our lives in this battle. I already lost 2 and I did not want that to happen again
Naayaka said and moved from there. Amarendra and Devasena looked at him.
Naayaka went out and sat on a rock covering his face with his palms as he thought about Sulochana and Jayavant.
He remembered how Ajeya's warning kept ringing in him and Sulochana.
"Rudrasena is back. But this time, its not for good! Last time Rudrasena was there to bring justice. But this time its power hungry and there are chances that Rudrasena might join hands with Maharaja bhallaladeva. Already Marthanda's son Sashidhara has joined hands with him and this will only lead to doom if we don't act soon.
Naayaka through Sumantha sent this news to Rani Devasena who said she will take care of everything. But again he came to know about Kaalakeya attack during Dahana Pandaga. Sulochana was growing tired these days and he was literally being banged from both sides. If only he had taken a little extra care, he could have saved..
"It was inevitable Naayaka! You could not have stopped anything
Naayaka turned to see Amarendra standing there. He was about to get up when Amarendra sat beside him keeping his hand on his shoulder.
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"Naayaka! Sulochana and Jayavant were in the hut right? That night?
Naayaka nodded his head and hung his head. Amarendra's grip on his shoulder grew in support.
"I am so sorr..
"No maharaja! Please don't! My son and Sulochana gave their lives to save yuvaraja and Rani Devasena. Oh dear Sulochana and her child died !!!!
Don't tarnish it by apologising.
"Naayaka! I don't have words to explain how I feel right now after knowing the extent of your love and loyalty to Devasena.
Even in that pain Naayaka smiled.
"Loyalty extends to you too Maharaja.
"I am so fortunate!
"Indeed. After all you married Rani Devasena
He said and Amarendra could not help but chuckle.
"But Naayaka! What can I do for you? For all that you have..
"This is not business Maharaja. Devasena was a small kid when she was left in my care by Raja Hamsananda. And she was very young when she had to shoulder the responsibility of the kingdom. But I always stood with her. Not letting anything touch her. Sulochana was also the same. And I saw that you were the same too. We would give our lives for her Maharaja. She is precious. And we cannot put a value for..So true!!!
"I know Naayaka. So only I am asking for something that is equally precious
Naayaka looked at Amarendra with his eyes wide. Amarendra smiled.
"Maharaja!
"Yes!
Naayaka took Amarendra's hands and kept it on his eyes. Devasena smiled at another bond that was forming. Aslam stood beside her smiling.
"Chaliye ammi! Its time for breakfast and medicine
"I am your Ammi or you are mine?
Devasena asked raising her brow making Aslam chuckle.
"For now I am yours. So come!
Devasena caught his ears making him wince.
"Ahh! Ammi!
"Why are you troubling the poor fellow? He is only telling the truth DevaAppan maganuku supportu...
Devasena glared at Amarendra who came there with a smiling Naayaka.
"You..
"Deva.. You should start caressing him and consoling him.
Aslam understood what he meant and chided.
"Ammi! See Chachu is starting again
"Amarendra! Why are YOU troubling the poor fellow now?Now mother's turn to support
Amarendra chuckled.
"But he is right Deva. Its time we ate.
Saying he took Devasena to their cave where Aslam and Naayaka brought their food and milk. Devasena scrunched her face looking at the milk.
"Deva! Come on! You should have got used to milk now
"Somethings just don't get along well. Me and milk are one such jodi.😆 Her jodi is her sword after that Amara
"Rani Devasena!
"It will be good if you remember that and do not pester me!The feisty queen is back
"Deva!
"WHAT?
"Its just milk!
"It is MILK!
Aslam chuckled looking at his Ammi and Chachu. Amarendra eyed both Aslam and Naayaka who understood the cue and went out.
Amarendra sat on his usual place and looked up at Devasena who stood there glaring at the milk. Grinning, Amarendra caught her wrist and without giving her a chance to think, pulled her on to his lap. Devasena's eyes widened and she gasped as she landed on him.
"Amarendra! What are you doing?
She tried to get up when Amarendra's left hand went around her waist holding her in place.
"What do you think I am doing?
"You think you are still that 25 years old? Chi chi.. Siggu leka pothe sari!
Amarendra chuckled.
"I am ever 25 beside you! And who said we have aged? Its still just 1 year into our marriage devasena
It was the truth.Ilamai oonjal aaduthu 😆 this fella has not changed one bit hmm this fella is planning for a Mahendri
"Amarendra..
Before she could say anything, he stuffed food into her mouth. She glared at him but she ate.
"For me?
He asked smirking. Though she glared at him, her eyes smiled as she fed him food. It was just like old times. They ate feeding each other, teasing and pulling each other's legs.
"Your beard and moustache are turning white and look at you..
"White is the color of strength Deva!
He winked. Devasena jabbed him making him chuckle. He slowly brought the milk to her mouth. She protested.
His hand on her waist slowly caressed her as he leaned in and she closed her eyes. His breath fell on her hair creating havoc inside her. Without her realizing, she slowly drank the milk and Amarendra grinned at his victory.
"Deva
He called in whisper near her ear.Ahaan! Amara surely knows how to make his wife dance to his tunes. This is so cute !!!
"Hmm?
"Nuvvu..
"Hmm..
Her eyes were still closed.
"Nuvvu.. Paalu.. thagesavuPaavi payale ippadi ellam panna koodathu
He said and broke the moment for Devasena who opened her eyes and glared at him. She gave him a nice jab on his abdomen but he only happily chuckled and hid his face in her neck. Devasena smiled and leaned her head on his.
Aslam went out in search of Sanga who was waiting with food for him. In these 3 days, Aslam grew close to Sanga and her husband who also treated him like Shivudu and they became his Chachi and Bade Chachu and he became their raja.Nice to see their bond. Amara-Deva got their own son and Sanga-hubby got another son
"Chachi! Where is Bade Chachu?
"He went to get some medicinal leaves that he saw in the woods earlier Raja
"Acha?
"Yeah.. he said they will heal the wounds soon
"Good! I cannot see Ammi and Chachu's wounds
He said as he ate. Sanga ruffled his hair.
"I know
At that moment he heard a squeal. He kept his plate and ran out with sanga on his tow.
Outside he saw his Brown stallion squealing.
"Arey Bahaadur?
He went to his horse. But his horse was looking at something getting excited. He turned to the direction and saw Mahendra and Dheera arriving. He frowned thinking why was Bahaadur excited on seeing this Thammudu when he saw the white mare!
"Vibhi?
Behind the white mare was another beautiful Gray mare.
"Saira?
And then it dawned on him.
"Iska Matlab
Behind them he saw Bade Chachu coming talking with someone. He just saw a glimpse of the brown eyes and the smiling lips and he yelled.Oh wow !! What an entry !!!
"AMMIII!!!! Toofan has come !!!
Though we feel sad for Badshaah glad that he reunited with his Veera and that scene where he collapses infront of his master was so touching how much love and respect he had for his master that he held on to his life to see him once. Amarendra too treated him like is own which was visible in the way he broke down for his horse.
I am skim through the paras first for Amar-Sena scenes the milk feeding part brought a smile to my face. I also liked the part where Amarendra looks at his pregnant wife when she is lost in thought and resting leaning back keeping her hand for support. The sword fighting was between Amar-Sena was unexpected. Prasanna Devi standing up for herself is praiseworthy. Don't want her to be meek again.
Mahendra riding away with Avanthika like father like son.
Finally Nayaka admitted that Avanthika was his daughter.
Thank you Meenu!! 😃
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