||A Royal Excuse|| Chapter 3 on page 22[updated] - Page 7

Originally posted by: lilybabes

do cont and PM me if possible

Thank you..will surely do! 😊

worth alot of praise. do continue it. waiting for first chap.completely out of d way concept,so m sure its gonna pave beautiful path for d red carpet to unwind. one line to describe dis plot will be born to hate,destined to luv.

Originally posted by: iluvmanveer

worth alot of praise. do continue it. waiting for first chap.completely out of d way concept,so m sure its gonna pave beautiful path for d red carpet to unwind. one line to describe dis plot will be born to hate,destined to luv.

Aww..thank you sooo much!
And I just adore your line..it totally goes with the concept and what I have in my mind regarding it..! 😊

oops!! im late

I really cant keep a check on my excitement as I'm posting this. Eeep my first ever chapter..!! Okay, here goes:



Chapter One: When Volcano Meets Tornado

~Udayveer~

"I'll be right back. Handle Choti, please?" She smiled her breathtaking smile, handing me a sleeping Choti.

I smiled back half-heartedly, cradling my three year old sister. I had an inexplicable bad feeling manifesting in my heart, something people would call a premonition, right from the moment we left our palace for Devgarh. The whole affair was quite unlikely of me.

"What's that look for? Come on now, she isn't that heavy, is she?" She joked, messing up my hair.

That did it. "Mom, don't mess with my hair! Don't mess with my hair! Ugh, how long do I need to repeat the same damn thing for you to get it?" I whined, completely forgetting my negative thoughts.

She laughed, making a few people turn in their seats to look at her. Her voice rang aloud in the crowd like the ringing of little bells. She looked at me lovingly."That's more like my little boy!"

"Maharani Padmini, could we please have the honor to receive a few words from you?" the man on the stage repeated.

Mom glanced towards the stage at Dad, who gave an encouraging nod. Giving a light pat on my head, she proceeded towards the stage, people applauding and making way for her.

The uneasy feeling in my chest crept back up, only it was more intense this time. My heartbeats accelerated with each step she took. It did not seem like she was leaving me for a matter of just a few minutes. It felt like she was leaving me never to come back again. I hugged Choti closer as if to shake the weird feelings off looking at her peaceful sleeping face.

And then it sounded. Four times, bringing the commotion of the crowd to a dead stop. Four bullets.

"Dada...Dada!!" an exasperated voice hollered near my ear as two hands jerked my shoulders. "Dada! Wake up already before you smash yet another innocent alarm clock! DADA!" She shouted louder.

My eyes jerked open and I sat bolt upright, breathing heavily. A few sweats broke out at my forehead as I stared at Choti, thinking of the consequences if she hadn't woke me up. It was so close. So dangerously close. Smeared in red, Mom's lifeless body flashed through my eyes nonetheless. I took in a shaky breath. Her angry eyes softened understandingly as she took in my look.

None of us said a word, though the same thing was running in both of our minds. None of us dared to. None of us could risk a crack on the walls we've constructed around our hearts over the years. Because it was already and would always be too fragile to hold back the overpowering tide of emotions. And once we let loose, there would be no holding ourselves back together.

I felt soft arms wrap themselves around my body and looked down to see Choti's head resting against my chest, her eyes closed. A small smile crept up my face as the load on my heart seemed to disappear. I wrapped my arms around her, planting a kiss on her head. I could never thank Mom enough to leave her in my life. She was all I had and I did not wish for more.

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Grabbing the remote, I crashed on the lounge in our living room. As soon as I turned the TV on, images of me and my ex swarmed before my eyes. 'Yuvraaj Udayveer Singh: a self-confessed player?' the headline read.

"Just when the world thought that Yuvraaj has finally met his taste through Yuvraani Shasha, came yet another blow from the Prince as he turned down Yuvraani's proposal yesterday. Looks like the young Yuvraaj's mind is the hardest to comprehend. This was his fourth break-up in a month-" the newsgirl went on babbling.

I smirked, shaking my head. Though my insides knew how hollow and unreal it felt. But I just couldn't cease from being what I've become. Not that I had any choice.

Sighing, I flipped to another channel and was immediately pulled towards the screen at the news being telecasted. The reporter shouted towards the camera to be heard amongst the crowd of reporters assembled outside the Devgarh palace.

"We have just received a word from Rajmata Mrinalini Devi, that her granddaughter, the heir to the throne, Rajkumari Manyata is to return home today, after spending eight years away from the country. She has also confided in us that Manyata will be granted a day out with her siblings to celebrate her homecoming and will also be seen partying at Club Night."

A million emotions took off in my heart at once at the mention of Devgarh, the most dominant one being of raw hatred and betrayal.

'Club Night', my mind repeated as I switched the TV off.

~Manyata~

Stepping out of the car, I squinted as the sun seemed determined to burn me down with its intense beams. But the sight before me was worth the damage to my eyes. I felt like a part of me was going to re-unite with its other half as I took in my palace, my home. The otherwise scary-looking, enormous palace gates now seemed to welcome me with open arms. I felt no older than a ridiculous child as I couldn't resist myself from dropping my luggage and rushing to the front door, breathing in the long missed scented air as I passed through the gardens. I was back home, after what seemed like an eternity.

I had not even turned the knob before the door flew open. I squealed as I was crushed to death by someone's impossibly tight squeeze.

"M bhai! Oh how much I've missed you, my eyes were craving for the sight of you, my ears burning to cherish your sweet voice, my-"

I pushed back to look at him, stopping his pathetic speech midway. I shook my head, smiling as he faked hurt. This person could overact even over someone's funeral!

"Jeez Vijay bhai! Stop sounding like an obsessed boyfriend!" I scolded, laughing.

He pulled an adorably cute sad face extracting an aww from me. Gosh, I've missed him!

"Manyata!" I looked up to see Mom and DS climbing down the stairs, more like rushing.

"Mom!" I called, rushing to her warm embrace.

"Did you not eat there dear? Look at you, you're nothing like my old, sweet Manyata! You look way too thin!"Mom complained, looking me over, while I pulled a face. As if I was going to sit there and watch myself gain unnecessary weight!

"And way too beautiful."

I turned to look at DS standing next to Mom, smiling proudly at me, her eyes glistening. My face instantly mirrored her expression as I bent down to touch her feet. She pulled me in for a hug instead. She always had this ability to make me feel good about myself.

"I've missed you DS. So much!" I said as the moisture in my eyes threatened to leak.

"I've missed you more beta! I'm never going to let you be far from my eyes again!" A tear finally slid down her wrinkled face. Mom was sniffling beside her.

The events of the day came rushing to me when I was being sent away. She had been the only one to protest against Dad's decision as I refused to let go of her hand, crying and pleading Dad to let me stay. Mom was crying too but she was too weak to go against Dad. Dad shook me out of DS's grip muttering coldly "It's for her safety!" That silenced her.

"What's the assembly for? Move out of my way, Vijaybhai! I'm in a hurry!" I sighed at my sister's voice, breaking out of my thoughts. She did not even bother to know about my return. I pushed the thought away, and smiled at her anyway.

But she was already gone. The familiar feeling settled in my heart as I wondered for the umpteenth time what had I ever done to deserve the hatred she had for me.

"Komal, get my keys. I'll drop Jay to the mall on my way. "

"Dad", I called unsure of what else to say.

"Oh, Manyata you're back!" he came forwards embracing me in a hug. My eyes watered as I took comfort in his arms, something I've been craving for since forever. Perhaps the distance between us had changed him. Perhaps he wouldn't look at me as the unwanted child anymore. Perhaps he would love me as much as Jay now.

"Komal ask the servants to treat her not less than a family member. And arrange one of the guest rooms for her." He ordered dropping his arms from around me and proceeded to leave.

My mind kept repeating it continuously, still trying to comprehend what he just said. Treat me like a family member- am I not a family member? I'm his own damn daughter! And why would I be staying in the guest room?

"What's wrong with my room?" I asked the obvious.

"Oh, Jay wanted it beta. She's been staying there for years now. You wouldn't be so heartless to take it back, would you?" Dad turned to say with a smile while waiting for my answer.

I stood frozen as I scanned his face. There was nothing, absolutely nothing for me.

"No Dad, of course not." I heard my voice say and managed a weak smile.

His smile broadened as he left.

I tore my eyes away from his retreating form as I felt like a never learning idiot to believe he would change. I felt my palm in Vijaybhai's hands and my fingers tightened involuntarily.

"Where's my new room Vijaybhai? You sure would like to see its beauty for the last time before I bring about a tornado in it, wouldn't you?" I joked, despite myself.

He smiled, which looked more like a grimace.

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It has been only eight hours and I had already asked a million gods to send me back to my grumpy caretaker back at London. I'd even begged Vijaybhai to grow a couple of wings and cast a magic with his fairy wand, though he had scowled at my imagination of him. I was now standing outside a ridiculously crowded club named Club Night, attempting to bribe Vijaybhai and Jay into ditching the idea of entering it. Given my current mood, even an imagination of the possible scene inside gave me a headache.

"Jiji, please! Enough with you drama already! Let's just get in there and put an end to my torturous evening with you!" Jay bickered.

With her bitchy manners getting on my nerves now, I pretended to ignore her and turned to Vijaybhai.

"Vijaybhai, please!!"

"There's no way out though." He said shrugging. "Not like you would disregard DS's request!"

There, he had me. My shoulders slumped helplessly, as I sighed letting Vijaybhai drag me inside.

My ears momentarily went deaf as I set a foot inside the club, before the actual impact of the noise set in, making me wince. I had only taken five steps when a girl turned behind and gasped looking at me. I scrunched my brows up wondering if Jay's makeup made me look that hideous.

"Princess Jainandini, Prince Vijay are here! That means-" she stopped, coming closer to me. "You are Princess Manyata?"

Before I could even respond, she screamed. "She's here! Princess Manyata is here!" A hundred heads turned to me and half a hundred mikes shot up to me. The club was shut down to utter silence, the only noise being of the million cameras clicking away blindly at me.

Bingo! What a great start to a torturous night.

After dancing around with Vijaybhai and an hour of trying to keep up with his funny moves I was convinced that the worst was over as the club managers shooed the reporters away. I was actually starting to enjoy myself as I plopped down on a stool at the drinks counter, with no worries of returning home to the sulky atmosphere. Nothing felt like my own there. The room was too clean, the bed sheets and pillows all too ironed for my taste. I loved my room all messed up. I loved the feel of softly scrunched bed sheets and blankets warming me to sleep instead of steely, ironed ones. They all made me feel like myself. I looked around the club longingly, wishing it to be my home instead.

A sudden chill went down my spine as my eyes locked with a pair of dark brown ones. Seated on the farthest corner across from me, his unreadable gaze seemed to burn me down. All I could make out in the semi-darkness of the club was his drool-worthy body and expensive looking clothes donned by it. An uneasiness settled at the pit of my stomach and I hesitantly turned in my seat to focus on the tabletop instead. My sixth sense told I was still under his intimidating stare. Suddenly realizing how late it was, I restlessly climbed out of my seat to search for Vijaybhai and Jay.

Spooked as I was, I felt nothing less than what the heroines felt in horror movies, some creepy stranger watching their backs. After I had cleared halfway through the crowd, I was yanked by my arm to the side. I let out a frightened yelp as I collided with a muscular chest. Pushing back, I looked up angrily at the jerk who had grabbed me out of nowhere. But my eyes widened and my jaw almost dropped at the sight before me. He had to be the hottest man I've ever come across. A smirk spread across his face as he seemed to gauge my obvious reaction. I looked down, embarrassed at my stupid hormones.

"Hello princess", greeted his honey-like smooth voice, with a mischievous edge to it.

My eyes shot up to meet the same brown ones staring at me moments ago. Feeling twice as uncomfortable as before, I tried to wriggle my arm out of his grasp.

"Hello yourself! Now if you don't mind may I leave please? My brother would be waiting outside." I said as gently as I could, pulling up a sweet smile.

"What's the rush, Princess?" he asked, tightening his grip on my arm. "I have some rather interesting piece of information about the noble, humble Maharaj Brijraj."

I stared at him in shock as his free hand fished out his cell phone and his fingers glided over the screen.

"Ah, here it is!" he said thrusting the phone before my eyes.

The picture on the screen knocked the breath out of me. It was indeed Dad, with a semi nude girl, evidently making out. I felt someone suck my body dry. I was never quite oblivious to Dad's real face but had never imagined in my wildest dreams that he could stoop so low. Raking my brain for something to come up with, I quickly muttered trying to keep my face straight.

" Are you really that dumb to believe I'd fall for your stupid skill of editing?"

"Are these examples of my stupid skill of editing too?" he said, smirking harder as he pulled out some papers and held them inches before my eyes.

I grabbed them, glaring at him and tried to focus on them in the dim light. After a minute of flipping through them, they began to feel too heavy for my shaking hands. They were suppressed legal charges against Dad. A lot of them.

"Would make great headlines, wouldn't they?" he asked snatching the papers out of my limp hands.

"What would you take to hand them over to me?" I asked trying to compose my horrified nerves.

A dark glint spread through his eyes, a smirk forming on his lips.

Next Part >>

I don't know what to expect.😔 I've gone through this atleast five times and i still cant decide how it is..! 😭

Please please lemme know what you felt...Really looking forward to your honest responses.

Payal.

Phew I finally get time to comment on this amazing piece of writing. First of all Payal congratulations on your first ever chapter 👏
The moment I opened this page, that picture got me glued to my screen. This was one of my favorite scenes from DEK and you chose it as a cover for your SS, and I must say, it looks gorgeous
Okay now I better get to the update 😆
I don't see why you were so nervous in posting this Payal. You are such an amazing writer that I seriously doubt if you'd ever be unable to impress someone with your writing. The first chapter itself was impeccable. I was hooked to it from the beginning till the end, and when I was done reading, I still wanted to read more. This is the extent to which you got me so involved in your story.
The first scene was really heart touching. Uday's restlessness that something was going to happen showed how much he was attached to his Mother. And the way he died, I bet anyone would be disturbed and vengeful for the rest of their lives.
Unnati and Udays bond was beautifully described in the next scene. I could feel their pain!
Then comes Manyata's entry. Now the thing that caught my attention the most here was without a doubt Brijraj and his indifference towards Manyata. I am sure there is back story to it too? It hurt to see the way he treats his own daughter. Like she doesn't even matter.
I absolutely loved the way you described Uday and Manyata's meeting. It was so intense and interesting. Especially when Uday shows Manyata her Father's pictures. Brijraj really is an a**
Now Uday is definitely blackmailing he for something big. Marriage maybe? 🤔 . Maybe he doesn't actually marry her, and only makes her pretend it for as long as he wants. Yikes I am so curious to read the next part now and even more curious to see how you unfold the story. Once again, fantastic job Payal. Continue soon 😊

awesome and lovely i have no word to describe

Loved it Payal!... Absolutely loved it!
I hated who Brijraj treated his own flesh and blood like a nobody... what's Jay got that Manyata hasn't?...But Brijraj will never change.

I like how you've penned Manyata and Uday too!.. Totally terrific!
Wonder what happens next?... plz update soon!

Awsomeee...update ur writting skill is mind blowing plzzz...update soon...and plzzz... do PM me,,,,,

Originally posted by: vampire12345678

awesome and lovely i have no word to describe

the whole of dialogues were awesome

i loved the whole thing

what will uday ask her to do

please give us hot manveer

and manveer nok-jhok please

please update soon

please please

and thanks for such a long and lovely update i did not want it to end

please give precap

Aww thank you vampy...!! seriously, meant a lot for me..!
and lol, its my first long update.. previously, I used to type from my cell which wouldn't support more than 5000 characters!
Precap?? Lol, i can give you a lil sneak peek: M is gonna have to stay with UV..for almost the rest of the ss. 😉