Thread 2: Destined Love... (New thread created) - Page 32

Originally posted by: selvi1275

Rose...I'm short of adjectives to describe how happy and contented I feel after reading your review...The update retold in a chic paragraph...I really feel blessed to read this...@bold ...Sooo True, Rose😳😊👏

Originally posted by: binduprasad41

Amazing update stuti. ...Y

>>Thank you! 😃

Full of emotions.

Jalal just feeling so guilty to leave jodha. ...

This guilt eating him ...

His dream is the result of that.

>>Yes! Poor Jalal. 😔

But result is just not the dream only in real also jodha is in trouble and waiting for him.

>>And somewhere in his heart he has that idea too, so he is dreaming these...

For a few minutes jalal forgot everything and wanted to just protect purnima in anyway .

That's normal after all he is human.

>>Yes. To show this only I made him emotionally vulnerable for a moment here...

But thank God he was back in sense in right time.

That's was good decision, he respect his love and jodha is right in her place to judge people.

>>Yes. He showed his respect to his love. 😳

Jalal did right thing to sent murshid to find information about purnima and what's going on in amer.

Let's hope it's help him to know about jodha who is his love purnima.

>>It's not easy. 😉

But in amer everything is change.

Not only amer is now surrounded by enemies but family conflict is also started.

>>Hmm and thus making the situation more tough.

I don't know what to say about bharmal. ..

His decision as a true Rajput is not good but as a human being is good to protect his family.

>>He is a common man. He is not completely wrong, but maybe as a king he cannot be an ideal one!

Out of rage or anger truth come out in front of sujamal that amer is never been his.

Sujamal is heartbroken, shocked, .

>>And humiliated.

His childhood assumption is wrong.

True sujamal is not greedy for throne but the way truth come up is bad , timing is very bad.

Sujamal is true Rajput, he never believe in run away.

Now his self-respect is broken, and i believe this is not good for amer and not good for himself also.

>>You have described the whole situation so clearly and correctly!thanks! 😳

Lovely scene between leela and sujamal.

Leela is mature and positive thinking personality.

>>yes.

Let's see what going to happen when new character sagarmal singh enter. ...

>>Many things will happen. (Thinking to cut the long story short)

I don't know why i feel amer lost true Rajput warrior sujamal,

He is not going to forgot this insult.

>>Yes!

Emotional scene between moti and jodha.

>>😭

I feel really bad for jodha,

Poor girl suffering so much.

>>Hmm 😔

She is centre of attraction for everyone in amer now nobody is understanding her.

>>Maybe all in Amer still love and care for her, but the situation is very complex!

In just few days both jodha and jalal understand each other too well, now both connected with soul.

>>Yes. True love u know? 😆

Let's see when this both love birds meet...

>>Me too waiting to write that part. Oh I have so many ideas. 😆

Waiting for that time..

Stuti

So beautifully you penned down each emotions.

Jalal desperation, sujamal insult, jodha helplessness, so beautifully written.

Thank you so much for showing too many emotions in one update.

>>Thank you thank you thank you so much for your wonderful review!⭐️

Originally posted by: selvi1275

Selvi, Stuti, Bindup- thank you so much , dearies! 🤗 🤗 🤗

Selvi, I always look forward to your reviews, too. Always refreshing to read your comments that are so well expressed.👏 ⭐️

Bindup, it always amazes me how you can come up with such detailed reviews , with your sentiments giving it a lovely touch. 👏 ⭐️

Above all, due credit must be given to Stuti for giving us such an amazing story that keeps us spellbound.👏 👏 👏

Originally posted by: selvi1275

Update?...it's been long...

CHAPTER 25:

Who knew that only within two years the abandoned and ruined fort beside the river of Yamuna would become a beautiful, glowing and flourished center of wealth, art and culture? The wonderfully designed and furnished fort of red sandstone adorned with beautiful gardens of flower and fountains and enriched with clean and well-structured buildings, within a little time the small abandoned city has successfully converted itself in the ideal capital of the great Mughal dynasty. Agra... the city of culture and joy, the city of wealth, the city of fascination, the city of dream... Yes, the city of dream of the young Majesty... 2 years ago, the 17 years old jubilant emperor declared that he will shift his capital to this ruined fort beside Yamuna, and Agra was created. Only some months have passed since the construction has been finished. The main departments are also shifted from the old capital. Some other offices are in the way to wrap up and have a new start here. The first dream Jalal ever had seen about his own city is already touched by him. Now it's time to achieve the second dream of his dream empire...

"The emperor has come! The emperor has come! The old slender eunuch of the women apartment ran through the royal corridor to the entrance of the central hall shouting at the top of his voice. Gulal Khan, though have spent almost half of his life inside the four walls of the world of the royal women, has not yet got accustomed with the norms of the royal Mughal Harem. So despite being one of the most efficient and loyal servants of the royal house, he has remained the same communication medium between the outer world and the world of women who sometimes works as a part-timer in different departments without pay. Gulal has ambitions too like any other eunuch, but he lacks the very two things which are most required to raise high. First, the sharpness and effective sense to deal with every situation, and second, enough political and diplomatic brain to come under the good book of any random Begam of the Harem. Gulal is known for his blunt wit and idiocy, so none of the Begam has thought him to be useful. Still he is hopeful that his day will also come.

However, Gulal's voice was enough to create a sudden excitement in the somewhat calm and dizzy environment of the Harem, but that could not be released for someone's sudden presence in the central hall of the Harem. The cold hard touch of someone's hand calmed down Gulal's excitement too.

"Working so many days in Harem, still don't know how to behave? A harsh voice hissed. "Without reporting to Begam Sahiba you're making noise here? You will be penalized for this.

Gulal looked with angry glare but could not say anything. Maybe Hosiyar Khan is a newcomer in front of his experience, but he is the head of the eunuchs in this harem. The brat is as cunning as a fox and knows the art of talk. He took only two months to become the personal attendant of the chief queen and as a result the boss of the harem which Gulal is trying for years. Very logically Gulal cannot stand him, but what to do!

Sidelining Gulal completely Hosiyar came in front. Surprisingly his mere presence stopped the cacophony which was created by Gulal in a second. He slowly came in middle, held his rocky emotionless face high and declared- "All the women are requested to stand in line. The empress of the empresses, Begam Ruqaiya Sultan is stepping in the hall.

An order in a cover of request... The women stood up in attention to welcome the chief queen. The maids knelt down on the path, the refugees and other women bowed down, the concubines, singers and courtesans stared at the entrance and the queens twisted their lips. The young empress trotted in. Her each footstep having gravity, radiated the regal authority from her persona. She looked at everyone and all bowed. Then Ruqaiya Sultan Begam sat on her allotted seat- the seat for the boss of the Harem.

"I am elated to convey the news to you all that our emperor will reach in capital within some hours. She uttered in a controlled and emotionless tone. "I need all arrangements being done properly. A single mistake will not be forgiven. Three women are needed in gate to welcome him. And a troop of courtesans along with the most excellent singer is ordered to prepare for the celebration conducted in inner premises in the evening. The emperor will not be able to waste much time here, so the ladies have to meet and talk with him within allotted time only. The list of the women I have chosen will be read by Hosiyaar. Hosiyaar...

Hosiyaar Khan opened the list of the names and started reading. The other women kept on staring at Ruqaiya in raged eyes. But none could protest. Ruqaiya Begam has the authority to decide who will spend time when with the emperor. The Mughal Harem consists of a lot of women excluding maids and eunuchs. There are certain discriminating levels too. Lowest level consists of maids and nurses, the upper one consists of the artists, then some refugees, then concubines and courtesans, then the house of Begam at the highest level. Everyone is not socially married to the emperor though, some are the princesses of a defeated state, some are the daughters of other kings or higher officials given away to the emperor as a sign of surrender and gratitude, but as per respect and status they are treated like queens. At the top of the pyramid there stands the chief queen of Harem, the first married wife of the emperor, whose order is the ultimate in the world of these women. Not that everyone is the sleeping partner of the emperor, but each and every of them aspires to be so. Everyone believes there is a direct connection of status and power with the night hours spent in the company of his majesty. That's perhaps the only reason of the emperor spending most of his nights in queen Ruqaiya's room. None knows if Ruqaiya also believes this or not, still she maintains a strict restriction on the nights of the dwellers in Harem. The women cannot protest, so they choose an easier path, i.e. oiling the chief queen to get favour. A huge number of women spend hours after hours of their schedule to enter into her good book in order to get noticed by the emperor. When the queen is satisfied, some parts of their wishes are granted... Like today...

"Begam Sahiba is looking stunning today! The emperor will not be able to remove his eyes! If you wish Begam Sahiba, can I present some of my lyrics in front of the emperor tonight... I mean in front of you and Shahenshah in the celebration tonight?

"Don't pay heed to that witch, Begam Sahiba... The emperor has no time to hear her idiotic poems... If you permit I have a request Begam Sahiba... I want to serve the emperor a glass of wine that I had ordered from Iran. If you wish only...

"Begam Sahiba...

"Begam Sahiba...

Ruqaiya Begam raised one hand to stop them. "I have already cited the names. Not a single people more than those. Not a single one I repeat. She turned to go back. But for a moment she suddenly looked at the disheartened Begam standing close to her. "The emperor is coming back after a long time and now will stay longer. Maybe he will need rest and some of you to serve him... I choose you first, Nazma. She smiled slightly and went off without giving her the chance of showing gratitude...

She was near of the door and about to get out, something jumped on her feet suddenly. Queen Ruqaiya removed her feet at once in irritation, but the idiot eunuch started crying at the peak of his voice.

"Save me Begam Sahiba... I will die!

"Who is it, Hosiyaar? Giving a damn attention to the cry, Ruqaiya Begam looked at Hosiyaar.

"A mindless servant, my lady. Gulal Khan. Hosiyaar Khan answered. "He has been penalized for breaking the norms, so now creating scene to melt you down.

"I am a poor man, My Lady... Save me... Gulal Khan kept on screaming.

"Okay. Queen Ruqaiya uttered in the same expressionless voice. "Hosiyaar, I am excusing Gulal Khan's mistake this time. He needs not to be penalized. Today I am happy that Emperor is coming back, and so don't want anyone to shed tears.

"As you wish, My Lady! Hosiyaar Khan convincingly hid the unhappiness for her decision from his voice and bowed. Gulal Khan gripped Ruqaiya Begam's legs in excitement. "You're great Begam Sahiba! You will be blessed with hundreds of sons! You will become the empress of the world!!

"Stop it or this time your punishment will be allotted by me! Ruqaiya Begam uttered in a cold and harsh tone. "Tell properly what else you want.

"Promotion, My Lady! The silly eunuch blurted out. "Make me the personal attendant of the queens, My Lady! I swear I will be the best attendant! I am tired of carrying out the orders of some arrogant attendants!!

Hosiyaar gritted his teeth. Ruqaiya Begam hid the smile which was coming to her lips seeing Gulal's caricatured. "The queens choose their personal attendants themselves. You approach on your own. She said.

"They don't listen to me, My Lady! Gulal was again going to fall on her feet, but Ruqaiya Begam removed her feet before that. "Okay Gulal Khan. Next time when a new Begam will come in the Harem, I will give you to her. Take it as a word of Padshah Begam!

The queen left the hall and headed towards her own room. The room of the Padshah Begam is the most grand and luxurious room of the Harem with all the possible elements of comfort available in service of the queen. The hairdressers and maids were waiting for completing her makeover in front of the vast mirror. The queen sat on a seat tiredly and ordered all of them to go out. "Hosiyaar... She suddenly addressed to Hosiyaar Khan standing in front of the door.

Hosiyaar knows the tone of each and every order of her highness. He at once presented the water pipe. The queen lied half and inhaled a headful of smoke before closing her eyes.

"I apologize for my unwanted curiosity, My Lady, but won't you dress up and get ready before the emperor's caravan comes near Agra palace? Hosiyaar asked.

"I know how to manage time. Ruqaiya stared in cold glare to Hosiyaar. Hosiyaar lowered his eyes to apologize, then left the room with her permission.

The caravan of the emperor reached inside the fort of Agra being felicitated with the cheers of the subjects through the paths adorned with colour and flowers. The emperor came down from the back of the elephant while reaching in the palace. A large group of officers and team of soldiers escorted him inside.

"You will be glad to see how the new capital is embellished, Your Majesty. All the main buildings and offices have been shifted and works are going on smoothly. Agra is completely ready now to take the new responsibility of a capital city of the great empire. Samsuddin Mohammad Adga Khan, a high officer told while going inside. "I knew that you will do it the best, Adga Sahab... Jalal nodded and smile. "Thank you.

"Pardon, Majesty... You are thanking me? Adga khan? Adga sahab smiled. "It was all my duty to take care of everything, isn't it?

"What you did was more than your working duty says to you, Adga sahab. Jalal told. "Supporting me in my decision of shifting the capital, giving me suggestions from own about the new change, taking care of each and every details even which does not come under your normal duty, and finally to get everything done so properly, so carefully, so lovingly within allotted time that none even felt a little difficulty in this vast shifting... I thank you for this! He paused and then uttered in a deep voice. "Someone really close can do this much for someone else, Adga Sahab... someone more than an officer or a subordinate... like a guardian... like a father...

Adga Sahab laughed. "Even it is so, Majesty, you should not thank me. My son is same age of yours, and I do not remember him to thank me for the countless favours I did to him from his childhood.

Aziz Koka, Adga Khan's son was standing near. He smiled looking at his father. Jalal laughed too. "I am lucky that I have you all. He told then.

"It is not about your luck, Majesty. Adga Khan touched his shoulder heartily. "It is natural. I only did my duty. All of us are carrying out our responsibilities only. The responsibilities that were given by your father- to taking care of his son... And this servant of Emperor Humayun will take care of his son till his last breath, Majesty. Even if the current emperor does not want, this Samsuddin Khan will fulfill his duty.

Jalal smiled only. He had no words left in front the genuineness in Adga Khan's voice.

"If you are finish, can we start the day with some fruitful conversation, Samsuddin Khan? Suddenly a twisted tone broke the gravity of the atmosphere. Jalal looked behind. There was a clear disgust at the corner of Bairam Khan's lips. A stubbornness hang on Jalal again.

"Let's get inside Jalal. We have to start the court session. Bairam Khan told with the usual commanding voice.

"I want to see the fort first. Jalal told, without paying much heed to Bairam Khan's command. "I am yet to see and understand the construction and structure completely. Then I will meet my family before.

"Going to court is important Jalal. Bairam Khan said in an angry tone.

"I know. But court-works can wait. It's not much important for an emperor than to understand the structure of where he lives and where he reigns. Jalal said. "Come with us, Khan Baba.

Jalal moved forward along with the rest. Samsuddin Khan was going too, but Bairam Khan called him from back. "Samsuddin Khan?

Samsuddin Khan turned back. Bairam Khan was sniggering sarcastically looking at him. "Excellent Samsuddin! I knew that the previous emperor depended on you regarding political decisions, but never knew you are so pro in political plots. So this was the reason of supporting Jalal's whimsical idea of building this new fort?

"Plot? Samsuddin Adgah frowned.

"You can't understand, really? Bairam Khan mocked. "Naturally. You are the most innocent person of this empire... For fulfilling the duty of the dead emperor you will take care of all the whimsical wishes of his young son and blah blah blah... my foot! Samsuddin Khan you can fool everyone but don't act innocent in front of Bairam Khan! I know your agendas behind your dutiful acts and all. He hissed. "You want to be in Jalal's favourite list and also are trying to get a powerful position in the court. In our old Delhi in was not in your favour. Now in this new ground, with your newly achieved good records from Jalal you will surely get the crown you want. Very good plot indeed, Samsuddin!

Samsuddin Adga smiled hopelessly. "Your thought-process is perhaps working alright, Bairam Khan. But the thing is my own perception towards life and politics is different from you all. I can never think of using the boy whom I have brought up in my laps like a stair of my career like you.

"SAMSUDDIN KHAN! Bairam Khan shouted. "Do you have any idea what Jalal means to me???

"I presume I have, Bairam Khan. Samsuddin Adga was still in calm state. "I know you share a very deep bond with the emperor. But you have no right to assume that none other than you does care about him. He came closer and looked straightly at his eyes. "I want to say you one thing clearly. My care for my emperor and sense of duty is my own right and you are no one to decide how I should do that. If my conscience tells me something is good for him, I will do that. My emperor wants to open his wings and to rule the way he wants to... and I will be always there beside him. He smiled. "A small advice to you Bairam Khan. Jalal is not a small boy now. He has an independent entity which is all set to glow and flourish now. You cannot hold him back. Let him do whatever he wants and watch and protect him from back. Don't forget, he is not there for you, you are there for him and because of him!

Turning back, Samsuddin Khan left the place. Bairam Khan kept on fuming.

"Beautiful! Only a single word came out from Jalal's heart after he finished his mini tour in his own palace. He never felt such content in his life. The beautiful embellished walls, the wonderful sculptures and the view of the beautiful river Yamuna... just like Jalal had dreamt when he first saw the place. Now he could imagine, years later when there will be no trace of Jalaluddin Mohammad and his empire, this fort will still be there in the bank of this river, the river will flow always as a witness of his life, and the History will remember him in the bricks of this fort...

"What do you feel Jalal? Maham Anga, who was beside him smiled. "Satisfied?

Jalal smiled and took out a precious ring from his finger to give it to the architect who was accompanying him. The architect bowed down in respect and went off.

"I think I should meet with others Badi Ammi. Jalal told.

"Yes. Everyone in inner palace is waiting for you. Ruqaiya Begam has prepared a lot in your welcome. Maham Anga said.

They moved forward being escorted by the guards. In the entrance the ladies of the royal family were standing to welcome him. A soothing welcoming song was being sung, the servants and maids were showering rosewater and perfume and the smiling happy faces were in his wait. Jalal's eyes searched a face among those. But he could not find.

"Welcome home, son! Gulbadan Begam, emperor Humayun's scholar sister came forward followed by other ladies and Jalal's wet nurses. They are the special resident of the women apartment and holds a special status in the empire. Jalal smiled and kissed her hand.

"Assalam Aleikum, Phupijaan. He said. "I hope all of you are alright.

"We all are fine Majesty. A dignified lady told. "We are relieved that you came back safe and sound from the battlefield and the pilgrimage of Ajmer.

"The complete tour was fine. The battles were won without much effort and the visit in Ajmer Sarif was peaceful too. All because of your prayers... perhaps it is the best journey of my life Jalal murmured the last sentence in his own mind.

"I hope you like the new palace and the arrangements in your welcome. Jalal looked at the face of the speaker. Ruqaiya Begam was standing behind Gulbadan Begam, he did not see her first. "Thank you for all your effort Begam Sahiba. He smiled.

"I think his majesty needs rest. Ruqaiya came forward and all made the path for her. Ruqaiya stood in front of Jalal. "Will you allow me to accompany you to your room?

"Of course... Jalal smiled. "Allow me everyone... I will meet you all in the evening.

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"This is your room. Ruqaiya brought Jalal inside his grand restroom holding his hands. "Now open your eyes. She smiled.

"Wonderful! Jalal uttered seeing his surroundings. "Just what I expected... Thanks Ruqaiya!

"Thanks for what? Ruqaiya smiled. "The whole planning was made by you. I hardly spent any time behind the construction of new palace. She went to the window and removed the curtain. "Look here, your Yamuna River... as you wanted.

"Beautiful! Jalal became thrilled seeing the window. "I must give the architect extra reward for just this window, Ruqaiya... See the construction. The first ray of the morning sun will come through this window and will directly reflect on the vast mirror against this wall... The first ray of sun will awake me in the early morning. I will see the sunrise on the river from here. I will hear the songs of the birds... And at night, when I will come for rest, the reflections of moonlight through this window will sooth my nerves... I will see the dance of the silvery beams on the flow of the water... Ruqaiya... He unmindfully placed his hand on her shoulder. "What if I build a boathouse in the mid of the river? In the nights of full moon, when the world will sleep in the touch of the silver wand of the moon, I and you will be there in the mid of the water... only me, you and the moonlight... no one else... just like our...

He stopped at once. He himself did not realize when in his subconscious he had overlapped the images of two individual women. He could not realize how the dreamy moments with Purnima, which he has stored in the deep of his heart, automatically reflects on the real-time moments with his chief queen... He felt guilty. He felt he is betraying both of them... both of Purnima and Ruqaiya...

Ruqaiya was standing with a slight smile in her lips. It is clear that the romantic talks of Jalal did not have much impact on her. "You and your dreamy ideas! She smiled a little while patting on his arm in a quiet affection.

Jalal lowered his eyes automatically.

"Come here... I will show you something. Ruqaiya pulled him to another window. "From here you will directly see your queens of the Harem. I know you will need this hardly, though. She laughed.

"Nice. Jalal tried to cheer himself up. "So who will be the lucky queen who will directly stalk on me through the window? You, I suppose?

"I don't think so. Ruqaiya said. "You know, the rooms of this side are a little small and congested type. The Padshah Begam cannot live there. I don't remember who is going to stay that side.

"Well. Good. Jalal commented and sat on a seat.

"You take rest. I am going... I have a lot of works to do! I am calling the servants for attending you. Ruqaiya said. "And yeah, if possible please come to meet me today evening. I have arranged something special for you...

"I will. Jalal smiled. Then suddenly he remembered something.

"Where is Ammijaan by the way, Ruqaiya? He asked with a touch of keenness in eyes. "I was looking for her, but she...

"She is not here. Ruqaiya said.

"Not here?

"Yes. She has some work in Delhi, and she has gone there yesterday only...

"Yesterday! She must have known that I was returning today? Jalal said with a touch of mild grievance in voice... "Still she...

"You know your mother! Ruqaiya smiled meaningfully. Jalal did not like that smile. "You can go now. He told a bit strictly.

"What happened Moti? You're looking sad? Jodha picked up Moti Bai's chin with a naughty smile. Moti twisted her lips and got busy in applying liquid red dye on the princess's fingertips.

"Again fought with Vijay? Jodha picked one brow.

"Does he have time to fight with me?

"Hmm... Matter is serious! Jodha giggled. "Come on, tell me...

"I tell you Kunwari Sa, nothing has happened. Moti murmured. "If he does not care about me, why should I?

"Very true! Jodha nodded. "But how do you know that he does not care about you?

"He is going to Sonahgarh tomorrow, and he did not even care to inform me that you know? Moti fumed. "I got to know from Leelavati Baisa today morning! Can you imagine??

"He will tell you when he will be free. Jodha said. "But how Leela bhabi got to know this?

"She is going to her father's house na, they were talking about who are going and all... Moti told. "A big army is going with them, Kunwari Sa... And he will lead one of the troops!

"A big army? Jodha frowned. "Bhabisa is going to her father's house, and her brother himself has come to take her. Why this arrangement of army?

"Don't know Kunwari Sa. I only know that Kunwar Sujamal is going with a big number of soldiers with him. Moti said. "Maybe Vijay will be able to tell something more...

"Sujamal Bhaisa is also going? Jodha was surprised again. "Why?

"Maybe he will not be able to live without his wife for such a long time! Moti giggled. But Jodha could not. She found something too fishy to laugh in this simple matter.

"Bapusa also allowed Bhaisa to go in this situation? She asked.

"The situation is good now, you know? Mughals are not being seen nearby. Maybe that's why Kunwarsa has decided to go and travel for some days. Moti said. "King of Sonahgarh is Kunwarsa's friend... He must have requested... And I think it is better for him to go out and refresh his mind for some days you know? She commented. "After that small quarrel in the court with Rajasa and all, Kunwar Sujamal remains silent and unmindful all the time.

"Quarrel?

"Yes! Moti informed. "You don't know? God saved from a big fight in court that day. All were talking about negotiation with Mughals and Kunwarsa got angry and shouted in front of Rajasa! However, the fight was stopped somehow and everything is fine. But Kunwarsa looks disheartened from that very day. Maybe he needs a change?

Moti kept on talking, but Jodha's mind was lost in a possibility of deep fear. A fight in court between his father and his cousin brother, and this sudden travel of his brother along with his army- is there any connection which everyone is missing? Is there a slight crack in the hard walls of the fort of Amer which everyone is overlooking? Jodha has to do something... But what else a house-arrested prisoner can do from her room other than worrying about the consequence?

"I need to talk with Sujamal Bhaisa. Jodha uttered unmindfully.

Before Moti could say anything, both of them turned back hearing a footstep behind.

"He Ambe Maa! You just told that you want to meet Kunwarsa and Kunwarsa is here! Moti shouted in excitement. "How swiftly your wishes are granted!

"If the wishes are really granted so easily then life had been very easy Moti. Smiling sadly, Jodha got up. "Come in Bhaisa.

With a little bit of hesitation in his smile, Sujamal came inside. Moti left the room after a bow with respect.

"How are you my sister? Sujamal held Jodha's shoulder and uttered in emotion.

"I am fine Bhaisa! Jodha smiled hiding the pain inside.

Sujamal stared at her face. He could not tell anything more.

"Sit Bhaisa. Jodha made him sit. "Tell me then, what's going on?

Sujamal looked a bit unmindful. "I am going away, Jodha. He uttered.

Jodha frowned. "Meaning?

"I mean... Sujamal pulled up a forced smile in his lips. "I am going to Sonahgarh tomorrow. Your Bhabisa is going to her brother's home for the expecting date. I also thought to go... Sagarmal and I am old friends, you know right... so...

"Bhaisa?

Sujamal stopped seeing the eyes of Jodha.

"Is there anything which you are hiding from me?

"I... what will I hide Jodha? Sujamal tried to act.

"You came to meet me here in this state just to tell me that you are going to meet your old friend tomorrow? In such an unsynchronized manner?

"Jodha you! Haha! Sujamal laughed. "What a...

"Will you tell me a truth Bhaisa? Jodha's voice was extremely rigid.

Sujamal kept on looking at her.

"Why are you going to Sonahgarh?

"Why? I cannot accompany my wife to her parental house? Sujamal efficiently hid the tension of his voice.

"You can. But is the purpose only a courtesy visit? Jodha's voice was same rigid.

"What do you think, what could be a possible reason of my visit to my friend's house? Sujamal took the way of attacking as his weapon of defense.

"Then why are you taking such a big army along with you? As if you are in a preparation of war? Jodha's voice trembled in a little excitement.

"That's for the security concern Jodha! Sujamal said immediately.

Jodha looked at his eyes in silence. Her silence trembled Sujamal's heart. How did she understand? King Bharmal did not doubt anything. Even Prince Bhagwant Das also did not. They bought his logic of taking such a large army with him so easily. They felt relieved when Sujamal came to the king for taking the permission of going from Amer. But they did not even doubt a bit. How did Jodha know? That too being imprisoned in this room of the interior palace, being aloof from the rest of the world?

Sujamal wanted to tell. But he could not. His lips trembled only.

"Bhaisa... I don't know whether I still have the right to tell these or not! Jodha uttered after some moments. "Being a house-arrested prisoner in accusation of helping a spy I should not utter a word on Amer's future and all. But as a daughter of this land, as your sister I believe I have still not lost the right. She took a little breath then looked at Sujamal's eyes. "Don't take any decision whimsically Bhaisa! Any wrong decision will create a slight crack on the pillar of Amer's dynasty. And a single crack is enough to break down everything. Don't do anything that will tell upon Amer, Bhaisa! Please!

Sujamal's eyes trembled. The scenes of the courtroom flashed in front of his eyes again. Those words uttered by the king again poured melted lead in his ears again. How Amer will be happy under the supervision of a king like him? Is this the kingdom of Amer which he dreamt once? Is the desire of seeing own motherland as a dream kingdom regarded as whimsical act? Then what is the meaning of dreaming? Has he learnt the lessons of warrior just to carry out the orders of some ineligible king?

"Amer can never get harmed in hand of me Jodha. Sujamal said with a strange determination. "Whatever I have ever done is only for Amer's betterment, and what I will do be also for Amer's betterment only. He touched Jodha's chin. "Believe me Jodha, you will not be in this state for much time.

"What is going on Bhaisa? Tell me! Jodha asked desperately.

"Nothing Jodha. Sujamal smiled. "Don't worry... Take my words.

"When you will come back? Jodha asked.

Sujamal tried to smile. "As soon as possible. Everything will be alright.

Jodha stared at his eyes for a long time. Then she uttered in a moderate tone- "Both you and Bhagwantdas Bhaisa are dear to me. I love my father very much also. But Amer comes first. Amer's unity and integrity comes first... Amer is much more important than individual dreams, sadness and resentments. Don't forget this Bhaisa...

Sujamal remained silent. Jodha got up and picked up a thick thread from her sewing box. She took Sujamal's hand and tied that.

"Take this as a prayer band from your sister, Bhaisa. She said in a firm voice. "And give me your words. Whatever may happen, you will never do anything which will go against Amer. Promise me!

Sujamal looked at Jodha. Then smiling palely he touched Jodha's cheek.

"Give your words to your sister, Bhaisa. In the name of the bond between us give me your words! Jodha's request came as a command.

"I promise Jodha. Sujamal uttered. "I will never ever think of harming Amer.

"Wish you come back very soon with your healthy child in your happy family, Bhaisa. I will be waiting for you. Jodha told in the same firm voice. Sujamal suddenly felt he was unable to stand in front of that firmness.

"I am going Jodha. Bye... He said.

"Good Bye Bhaisa. Jodha said with a stern voice. "Wish you a good journey.

Sujamal was just on the way to leave, Jodha called from back. "Bhaisa?

Sujamal turned back.

"Don't forget the promise. Jodha uttered. "Don't do anything which will hurt your Jodha! Please!

"I won't! Sujamal responded back spontaneously.

Originally posted by: -Kavya_P-

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Originally posted by: -Kavya_P-

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