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Chapter 28

(Jodha got Highly impressed by the splendid richly lavish interior of royal Hamam, the white marbles flourish by at centre there on the top of five staircase in square shape warm water filled bath-tub. There were three big mirror were fixed on walls which were painted in floral design the ceiling had same pattern, few maid were there arranging the water according to Jalal wish, there were bowl filled with Turmeric paste , and Saffron and vessel filled with milk. "Everything is already arranged here"! Than what I am supposed to do"? the maid's who were busy arranging everything, got startled by Jodha appearance there, they looked at her than greet her with head bowed and spoke further).

"Greetings your highness"! We prepare everything as his majesty like"! If there is something amiss"! You can order us"!

(Jodha glance around everything was done there was nothing amiss in her view. But she didn't wished to dismiss them walking further she checked the temperature of water, than Perfumed used there. Step by step each thing was throughly inspected by her. Satisfied she moved out from Hamam to dressing chamber which was Adjacent to it, there to his dress was kept out for him. Not having anything else to do she walked out of there, she then walked towards the Bathing area which now deadly silent, "where the Maid's went without my permission"? looking at front glancing at the empty Hamam , when a arm sneaked at front caughting hold on her right hand pulled her back to the wall of Hamam Entrance. Making her gasp in surprise her left hand was mere inches away from the dagger hung at the right side of her waist. But knowing it's him she didn't move her hand further nor she can do it cause of his hold on her hand by front).

"I ain't habitual to wait"! But you're late"!

(His hot breath was fanning on her neck already cause of her night wear, her entire body can feel the warmth of him. How ever she realised he isn't wearing anything maybe he is but that's indeed very light cloth. But more than the touch she wasn't sure why his voice coming so huskily low. He is breaking limit with her never she let any man this close and here he is taking advantage of his relation with her. But than mutturing courage she spoke firmly in low tone).

"I done what you asked"! "now let me go"!

(But instead of getting freed by him, or getting any answer from him she heard him laughing. Jalal mood was bit cool when he stepped in room and ask her to prepare for his bath but it's got worse when he kept his gaze fell on his sword, he was only on his pajama and his dark red color Shawl wrapped around, "If you cannot fulfil her one wish and cannot respect it"! Then how you can expect her to respect you and your wish"? No matter what you say or whom you blamed but truth is you're the one sole responsible for, whatever trouble you both gotten yourself in at hands of our enemy"! Words of Mirza re rang in his brain he said all this to him, when he proposed the idea of marching Punjab. Even though he didn't asked but he knew almost all his men supported Mirza in whatever he said. And even though he wished to strongly protest against it but even deep down he knew Mirza Is right. If he didn't forbidden her from going out, she won't pull such a trick to get out. And definitely his enemy won't gotten hold on her, if the words were only thing to annoy him than to it was pretty much understandable. But Mirza concern and words reminded him of the time he saw both of them together. He was jealous and why he won't be "? he is controlling, dominating , self - consuming and possessive person by heart by mind. To shrug of from bad thoughts he ended up drinking wine, but even getting no sign of her coming out he decided to walked in Hamam and dismiss the maids from there. As soon the maids left from there Jodha step in Hamam from side entrance Of Dressing chamber. Without second thought he grabbed her and pull to himself, to get warmth of her touch to cool down his ragging nerves which didn't get to subdue by wine either).

"You just prepared the bath for me"! Who will help me in bathing"? You will be one to assist me"!

"Wh what I I cannot do that"! let me go"!

(Saying this she started struggling badly, his words got her out from the effect Their closeness had on her, she was surely not expecting such word from him. Well she did but not this soon she even had problem even in helping him change , here he want her assist him in bathing that's big no for her for Jalal her ever reaction is treat to watch, either it's anger or calm her reaction to his actions always intrigued him, not in good way always but they did intrigued him to no end. Right now her little struggle to get free and denial to having strong effect on him).

"I had enough of that"! "i wouldn't hear no from you anymore"!

(Jodha knew no words would make him acknowledge her wish, her struggle is futile as well. Hence she glance round hoping to get some way out that's when she recall Bilal words, at how it's one of truth that Jalal is affected by her, entire Harem dwellers know this, but instead of being proud of it and taking advantage of it she doesn't even acknowledge it. She try to look at him but he was behind her having her caged in his arms. She feared what if her plan backfire on her, but she took the risk and did act on her plan this time. She spoke in low tone softly).

"Your majesty"! I won't say no to you for anything"! it's If only you gave me some time"! To make up my mind for it cause I am scared"!

(It was truth she was scared for many reason, she knew her lie can get caught thus she spoke truth choosing words carefully. Whereas Jalal who was so close to her got stunned by her confession, what's she is saying did the women realise what her words mean, or it's just a way to get away with his wish, he twirl her around out of sudden gripping her hand earning another gasp from her, her words were so out of topic yet right at time. Still it had him confused)

"What you mean"?

"It's not hard to understand your majesty"! I am here in Mughal empire as Empress"! cause I am your wife"! "Either I admit or not it's cannot alter the truth"! That no one and nothing matter to me more than you"! There are lot of people stay ready to please you in everyway"! I fear comparison and rejection"!

(Jalal was staring at her and getting more shocked by her words, she is playing she is definitely playing with me. It's trap it's should be trap, just a while ago she reacted as if he is the most horrible person born on earth. And now she playing coy nervous newly wed bride, but it doesn't seem she is lying or playing with him her words seem honest and even by her look she seem she is speaking honestly darn he need to let her go before he go insane with thought about her intention behind saying such a thing and arousal of being so close to her).

"You may leave for now"! Send the maid's in to assist me"! And yeah ask servants to make arrangements for my dinner"!

(Listening this her eyes widen up with surprise, but still she didn't wasted time in thinking just run out from there, in case he change his view and end up asking her to assist him she run like her back was on fire, in her view even the fire would been more better then desire building in heart. Cause the moment he turn her around she saw him just in unwrapped Shawl , she could see his bare front which was entirely fare and spotless, It would been a lie if she say she didn't get awed by the sight of his bare front. And more then him she got huge relief when he ask her to leave, breathing heavily she stopped near the entrance of Of Hamam Gallery and motion the maid to step in and assist Jalal. Walking further she ask few maid to inform her attenders to prepare dinner for him. Inwardly happy that she at least once got saved by doing embarrassing task like assisting him in bathing. The small grin on her face made it clear to her attender she did got her way out with him for once. She walked towards terrace area and started gazing out in sky).

"What's so interesting out there up at sky"? That you always find time to look there"!

(To lost in the beauty of full moon, Jodha got startled by the voice, she look back and found Jalal in Light Brown color Jama it was different from rest of Jama in sense of design, he looked more broad and muscular in it, for minute she kept gazing at him than spoke).

"I wonder the same what's so interesting in you"! That women in Harem cannot stop talking about you"!

"Well they do more"! then talking"! Cause of various reason"! not like I care"!

"Once look there you would know better"! besides I look there to seek peace and hope"!

(Jalal stare at her both were now standing before the forged wall, keeping their hands firmly on the edge of wall standing by each other side. The cool soothing breeze coming from River side mixed with the fragrance of Royal garden flowers. Make the environment more pleasant for them, she was still busy gazing up at full moon, he to glance towards full moon but for him her face was more pleasant sight to behold, sensing his gaze on herself she spoke in low tone).

"I ask you to gaze at Moon"! Than you will find your answer"! Why you're stating at me"!

"You're looking at moon to seek for peace"! I am looking at my moon"! Which become boon of my life"!

"Someone is being poetic"! I must admit bad try"!

(Listening this Jalal started laughing while Jodha glance back at him, watching him laugh there is always the peace you get by watching moon is nothing before the peace you get by being reason of someone laughter and joy. A minute later he stopped laughing and the two stare at each other silently. They got disturb when few servant with Chief Cook step in with Meal. The servant started keeping the meal on table before them which was at terrace, and chief cook started speaking).

"Greetings your majesty"! "greetings your highness"! according to today's menu we prepared "! Biriyani, Mughlai Paratha, Murg Kebabs Mughlai, Qeema Matar, Haleem, Nargisi Kofta, Murg Mosallam, Malai Kofta, Reshmi Kebab, Navratan Korma, Shahi Rogan Josh, Rezala, Pasanda, Shahi Kaju Aloo, Boti Kebab, Murg Chaap, Murg Tandoor, Kachri Qeema and Meat Durbari"!

(That's quite to much for one person at time, she believed at night people should eat less. But again she cannot take it in wrong he is Emperor and in royal life such a things are always in grand lavished way. She herself prefer to eat various types of food under veg category, She was bit surprised by variety of and quantity food mention to her for now. Even though her own plate never seem to lesson than in quantity and variety of meal, she nodded her head and dismissed them watching towards Jalal who already sat on couch to start his dinner waited for her).

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(Sitting on couch her gaze was drifting towards the entrance of her room in hope he may arrive but no sign of him kill her hope and disappointment gripped her heart. "He didn't come"! He knew he hurt me yet he didn't come to pacify me"! Was the only thought running in Queen Rukaiya mind she heard her Eunch words he may meet her later on, it's already night, when this later on would come"?. Hoshiyar khan who was preparing her Hukka pipe knew what's going on with her spoke firmly).

"You should rest your highness"! His majesty went to meet empress cum Dowger Queen"! Maybe he wish to spend night with her"!

(Rukaiya didn't said anything nor she made any move to let him get in conclusion she acknowledged his words or not. There was uncomfortable silence prevailed in her room which end by another Maid seeking permission to get in).

"Your highness"! his majesty had issued the Farman"! In which he had stripped Vazir'e Alia Maham from all her duties"! She is room arrest for now"! Cause of commiting treason"!

(That's Indeed come as shocking for Rukaiya, what treason Maham did"? And why what makes her do it, obviously not for her son cause he is already held on tight spot by Jalal. Than why she would risk everything only her position in the Emperor life and empire saved her son. Than why what she did"? Than a thought crossed her mind, she had heard the news of few Man being dragged around the city of Agra by Horse till death, cause of having hand in Assassination attempt on Emperor. Maybe Maham is involved in it which come under Jalal noticed and he punished her. But why making it all secret why no inquiry made on this and come under the care of Royal courtier. Why Jalal every action getting so secretive what's going on his mind. She had lots of questions only Jalal can answer alas what he said to her at evening she doesn't think he would be pleased to get question by her).

"His action seem to result of others action"! They're plotting and planning against him he is doing same"!

(thought Rukaiya inwardly , Fair enough definitely he doesn't wish to go on explaining everything he does , she got relief at least one more obstacles got off from her way to have more control in empire. But the rise of another hurdle seem to dangerous for her and that's none either than new first Rajput queen. The way he was looking at her at evening wasn't a look he gave to everyone. He know or not his heart seem to having interest in Her in a way any man in love would).

"If only I get to give him what he wish"!

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"Won't you dine with me"?

(Ask Jalal in firm curious tone spoke ,he was still surprised why she dismissed the servants they could served him. Yet he stayed quiet but watching her walked towards table and after washing hands started serving him only not making move to serve herself he end up asking).

"You're having non-vegetarian meal"! Being pure vegetarian I cannot have non-vegetarian meal"! So no I won't dine with you"!

(Spoke Jodha knowing well if she just said no, he would get angry and of-course order he to dine with him. Or maybe he will ask her why she didn't wanted to take risk thus she answered in one go in soft low tone. Whereas Jalal who was hoping she may dine with him hearing her answer got bit disappointed realization dawned upon him, at how much difference they have, their thought process, way of worshipping, culture, likes dislikes, their upbringing, even their eating habits. What he do say may not be appreciated by her, what she say or do and think may not be reasonable in his view. This will always work against their relation, he cannot ignore the fact how his own action create distance between them. The voice of sharbat being poured in glass break his chain of thoughts he look at her then spoke).

"I just asked"! "you would or you won't"! It could've answered simply in yes or no"!

"I know your majesty but I was aware hearing my answer you would definitely ask the cause"!

(Listening this Jalal nodded his mind was still lost in what she said in Hamam, rejection comparison definitely he given her enough reason to not trust herself with him. He can work on this the least they can try they can be civil with each other he thought allot while having bath. What he decided he knew the future of their relation depend on it, he wanted to say lots of thing but didn't get how to do so. But today he wasn't lone in thinking about their relation Jodha to was thinking about it the way he let her go by listening her words. Her words have effect on him it's mean he deep down he respect her but don't let it evident or make it to oblivious for many reason. She was serving Biriyani to him while after washing his hand was egarly waited to start dinner but then he spoke firmly).

"Comparison isn't bad"! Neither rejection is bad"! It's just depend on how we take it"! Queen Jodha"!

"I am surprised to hear this from you"! Nevertheless bad or good still it's not acceptable to people"! Just like the universal truth"! Of death"!

"Well we don't know each other much so our action our words are ought to surprise each other"! Besides I ain't the only one with unpredictable mind Queen Jodha"!

" Than why we don't try to be civil with each other"! We cannot ignore the base of our relation"! Which formed cause of political martial alliance"!

"That's more like words of queen who seek for rule and power"!

"Never been interested in power and ruling but the air of Mughal Empire effect people in strange way"! But I am more interested in business so far I am trying to have a deal with you"! a fair deal your Majesty"!

"Give and take well it's fair enough"! What you want Queen Jodha"?

"Depend on what you seek from me"! Your majesty"!

(Ask Jodha with mischievous glint in eyes and smirk on face, making Jalal thoughtful for second but than a grin formed on his face. He at least know now she isn't acting out of her usual self. He thought if she can try to be civil with him than why he cannot do the same thus nodding his head he spoke firmly realising the taste of boti kebab).

"I think I can let you rest for night as you like"!

"For now I like spending time having normal conversation with you"! Would you like to have more Navratan Korma"!

"No I had enough"! But it's odd"! We sworn to hate each other and here"! We're talking as if nothing wrong happen between us"! Nevertheless you don't seems excited about the news of your sister arrival here"!

"That's fate and power of time"! And about me being excited honestly I don't know"!

(Done having dinner he was busy washing his hand, but hearing her words he got thoughtful, is she angry and disappointed with her family "? cause they force her in marrying me"!. For some reason this didn't settle well with him but he didn't pushed any further. A clap break his thoughts , it was call for servants to come and clean the table, He watched her getting up she look up at him than spoke).

"Permit me to leave your majesty"! You had a long day hence you need rest"!

(leaving already admit he did said she can spend night as she like, but he didn't expected her to leave cause he had no wish to let her go yet , she merely took few steps aways when he spoke again, Making her stop and turn to back to him).

"The night is quite lovely and barely started"! It's unfair to let it waste by sleeping early"! Would you like to play Chess with me"?

"Chess"?

"Yes a game of pawns"! Which need to play with mind"!

"Well"! I find game of dice"! To be more interesting"! Than game of pawns"!

"Than let's play the game of dice which played by mercy of fate"! And wonderus skills of players"! "However there is no fun in game if we haven't bet on it"! So whoever win can ask anything from other"!

(Grinning Jodha nodded while Jalal smiled at this, at least they're getting somewhere with their relation. But it's to soon to judge yet, one thing he realised if he will be fair to her than she won't be unfair with him. Jalal glance at servant and dismiss them, while they both headed inside to play).

"That's interesting"! I will love to play than"!

"I wonder being stretgist warrior why you would find game of dice more interesting"! When the game of pawn's have more to teach!

(Ask Jalal in curious tone, after sitting on couch, before the table opposite to Jodha, who take no time in sitting either. She hear his queation than spoke firmly taking the dice in hands and rolling them on board).

"With little grace of Almighty and splendor skills of our own"! We make our life worth to live"! the game of dice teach that very well"!

(Handing over the dice to him , she moved her one piece forward and waited for her chance hear him speaking back in firm tone, this is how they started playing and talking firmly in a while taking sip of sherbet from glass).

"Indeed you have faith in luck"!

"No I have faith on myself"! What about your faith"!

"I don't even trust my Shadow" forget about having faith in luck"! And Queen Jodha You can call me by name"! "There is no one around"!

"That's the most terrible lie spoken by you"! You trust lots of people around you"! You're smart to trust other with caution"! Anyway I cannot call you by your name"! As It's forbidden to call your husband by name in our culture"!

So you think I am smart"? "those custom"! They're mood killer for me"! But you know what I will make you say my name"!

(Jodha lower her head in embarrassment when she realised what she called him, it wasn't much a compliment yet it's didn't went unnoticed by him. He does pay attention to her every move every word everything , yet he acknowledged very few of them got proven to her by his words. Still it didn't stopped her from saying).

"Why You're like this"? Always taking everything as challenge"! Things happening in life aren't always about you"!

"Indeed they're about me"! if they're happening in my life"! As everything happen for reason"! Anyway seems like your luck is deceiving you"!

"Nope it's not deceiving me it's favouring you"! But you know what there is unpleasant truth"!

"indeed it's favouring me"! The dice are moving on my accord only"! But what's that unpleasant truth"? You mentioned about"!

"Dice aren't loyal to anyone"! The thrower to don't know when they will be deceived"! And the unpleasant truth is"Nothing last forever"!

(Listening this Jalal glance up at her, than nodded no wonder either the truth is boring or bitter. They continue playing enthusiastically trying to defeat other even in friendly game,stealing glances at each other when they thought other isn't looking at them. As if to prove her words right the dice started deceiving Jalal. And she got closer to defeat him, her paitence turn out to be fruitful for her. she got very happy by her victory the smile didn't fade even for second whereas Jalal was thinking now she would leave for sure. What he should do now anyway yet he spoke rubbing his tempal slightly).

"Congratulations you won"! So queen Jodha what you want"?

"I doesn't have anything in mind yet to ask for"! But When the times come I won't waste such a wonderful chance"!

(Jalal nodded regretting to play game what if some day she ask for separation, of-course' she can I hadn't made her stay pleasant in Agra from start. Why she would stick with me for lifetime, In simple words I given her lots of reason to leave for. She doesn't like me is one of main reason she can try to leave, these thoughts were going on and on in his mind making him started getting headache he rubbed his tempal again to ease the ache but no use. Whereas Jodha who was about to ask permission to leave watched him getting concern she ask in low tone).

"If you are having headache"! Than with your permission"! I can massage your head"!

(Listening this Jalal definitely didn't wanted to let go the chance. True he was having headache but not to much to seek for head- massage. But again anything to stop her from leaving his room for present, cause she would ask for separation that's highly an imaginary nightmare. Jalal noticing she is still waiting for answer nodded his head in yes).

"That will be great help"!

(Even though Jodha was highly tired yet she didn't back out. So far they had pleasant time it would be unfair on her part to leave him in pain. Both of them walked towards the bedroom, Jalal comfortably sat on the foot cot , which was situated before the edge of bed on groubd, while Jodha sat on the edge of bed behind him. And started giving him head Massage but than Jodha noticed Jalal having tight grip on his dagger).

"Your majesty"! You needn't to worry"! I won't kill you"! Not yet when it's known to all"! I am with you"!

(Listening this Jalal smiled but said nothing and started enjoying the heavenly head Massage, it was so comfortable and relaxing for him. He was sure if it's continued he would soon drift to sleep, yet he didn't stopped her. But his low breathing and relaxed posture made Jodha know that the headache is reducing slowly. After 15 minutes Jalal held her hands and spoke in gentle tone raising his head up towards her).

"That's enough for now"! As I feel lot better now"! It's time you should rest as well"! But it will be good if you stayed here for night"! You can sleep on bed I will take the couch"!

"No I will really like to retire for my room"! You already made me most hateful person in here"! Almost every dwellers of Palace are jealous of me"!

"When it's comes to us"! We shouldn't bother about the others"! Anyway I won't force you to stay"! You're free to leave for your room"!

(Jodha nodded and wishing him night she took a shawl and wrapping it around herself securely, walked out from his room leaving thoughtful Jalal behind, who so wanted her to be with him yet didn't made a move to stop her).

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"The report from rest of states are same"! Hikes in prices"! Violation of law"! Not only this the ministers would hiked the tax as well"! Half of people in states are revolting cause of poverty , hiked up taxes and prices"!

(Adhga khan Voice echoes in the special Royal court (Diwan'e khaas). Which was filled Scholars, Advisers ,Ministers , General and Commander's. After being ordered to investigate further about the situation. He was giving detail about their investigation before the respective people present in court, even the Royal special ladies were present there).

"Well your majesty it's indeed true and in-fact in many states "! "people are revolting but they're getting support by some Powerful people to revolt and many people are being provoked to be part of rebellion"!

(So far Jalal understood was whenever any Zamindar , Mansabdar Got to retain one place for long he start ruling it in own manner, they kind of shake hands together to work for their own benefit instead of doing what they're assign for. That's happen cause no one really get to transfer specially Zagiradar who got land for themselves as gift by royals in few occasions. He thought about it allot and come to conclusions what to do about it , but he got aware that's not the only case The support to revolt and provoking to be part of rebellion made him sure that's the part of conspiracy to have him dethroned from his position as Emperor. Jalal was about to speak something but one of General stood up and spoke firmly).

"Your majesty recently Jamshedpur village"! Had suffer from flood"! I am here with request to get help for financial aid and"! Tax break for few month"!

"That's not possible it would", "make huge impact on royal Treasure"! We cannot accept your request"!

(The general who voice out his request got little bit disappointed, at how not for once they try to discuss how serious the issue. Is they declined to help at once right away, it was so disappointing for him he travel all way back just to report on this and get some help but he look at Jalal who was still glancing around he knew the last decision would his still he didn't expect him to go against his advisers words. The discussion went on and on Jalal was concerned about the people who survived the flood, but his advisers and ministers were going on about how situation would get bad for royal Treasure, until Jalal raised his hand and spoke firmly in loud clear tone).

"Like we have no control on ", moves of enemy against us"! we have no control on climate either"! But that doesn't stop us from having our way in life to live peacefully"! Hence It's high time when we should build a committee for emergency as such"! Every state under Mughal territory should having advanced planning"! And reserve fund for such situation"!

(Listening this everyone present there nodded in understanding and encouragement, they knew he have some plan for all these issues. Whereas Hamida , Chand , Gulbadan, Rukaiya, Salima , Maham and Jiji Anga shared a look with each other. Whereas Jalal who wasn't done yet continue speaking further).

"You will get financial aid by us"! And Tax break for 6 month"! But it's first and last temporary arrangements for any state"! I shouldn't hear another case with request as such "! if it's happen than the incharge would be punished"!

(This was temporary arrangements definitely but no one objected, cause Jalal did ensure to let no one get burden by this. Many were happy by this so many were thoughtful by his decision, yet no one dare to Question him at all and waited for him to get done with it. Few was about to talk about royal Treasure may differ by this but Jalal who anticipated this spoke further in firm tone).

"We should build a donation committee for now"! In every states under Mughal territory"! Ask people to donate so we can help"! I gave the responsibility of this to Peer Mohammad and Chugtai khan"!

(Saying this he looked at Chugtai khan and Peer Mohammad, who got up from there place and nod there head in greatful manner, happy to consider tworthy by emperor on such responsibility. Jalal nod back to them than spoke looking at Munim Khan and Mhabat khan than glancing around).

"The greed of wealth"! Intoxication of Power"! can corrupt people easily"! The hike in price aren't in control of seller"! Even they're facing loss"! The competition in market isn't enough that corrupt officer are another headache for them"! Hence I decided to renovate the administration arrangements of Zamindar and Mansabdar"! First they won't have right to hike the price on their own accord, second they would be transferred from one to other place within 9 month time"! Third they would report to capital every month personally no excuse would be acceptable"!

(Everyone look up at him with astonishment, few in fear he may aware about their hand in corruption. Thus they might be on his hit list,few were thoughtful how he can make such a wise quick decision just hearing the issue, definitely the report and investigation isn't new cause he would be the one to set inquiry for that yet. He is making decisions without consulting with any of adviser for this, in-fact it's make hard for them to know they can voice out their view when he is talking or not. Knowing it's better to stay silent then risk their neck they waited for someone to get courage to speak anything).

"Forgive me your majesty"! It's not fair to Mansabdar and Zamindar"! They cannot leave one place and other within such a short span of time"!

(Even though Jalal got angry but he anticipated such a action by one of courtier, thus he ask in firm curious tone. He wanted to trap the courtier in words he knew why the man want him to re-think or drop the idea. He wanted him to come up with real issue so that he can prove why his decision is fair and right)

"Why "! what's the issue in it"?

"It's take lot of time to understand the place and people"! They have to face lots of issue"! Such as revolt by people"! And not agreeing to pay tax"! Violation of law"!

"Which are never pointed out by them till now Mahabhat khan"! But the issues more like complain"! come before us by the people"! How without knowledge of Emperor"! Price of goods and taxes are hiked"! How the revolt are increasing day by day cause of brutal treatment people face at hands of officer"! "Didn't we learn by what Empire faced cause of Adham khan and Sharifuddin"!

(Spoke Jalal in same firm loud tone, cutting Mahabhat khan in mid , making the officer present there shiver with fear. They didn't knew how sincerely Jalal is investigating about his subject and working on them. He knew almost everything he just didn't voiced out much, They knew every word would be counter strike by him. Which had them realised today isn't there day, like previously they cannot blame him on anyway other. But than a thoughts crossed there mind what if these sudden decision are taken under influence of someone. They didn't get much time to comprehend about all this when they Heard Jalal speaking further).

"They weren't Emperor yet they acted as one"! just cause of mansabdari and Zamindari"! Anyway I ain't going to dig grave let's go on with issue of hiked up price"! Thinking about this for while "! "I decided to take control of price "! by establishing rate of products "! which comes under basic need of people"! Sir Todarmal and Sir Adhga you both would be incharge of this"!

(Like this they discussed for while how it's should implied, what hurdle they may face but not a single one dare to protest against it. There were few loophole in plan which got fine by advise given by Advisers and Ministers. This was the day Jalal made it clear when he take decision it's should be followed and implied the rest of people can advise how it can make it better. They cannot protest against it when it's made by keeping the welfare of people in mind).

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"Greetings your highness"! Pardon me for intruption"! "But his majesty invites you"! at Royal horse Stable"!

(Jodha moaned in frustration , the day just started for her even though is going to be noon in two hours. But she wasn't ready to meet him yet, but she did and said nothing cause she herself gave in to his demand. She was hearing from Bilal at what happen at royal special court ( Diwan'e khaas) what decison Jalal taken for the well fare of his subject , even though she didn't let it evident but she was indeed very much impressed by his decisions. Alas she got annoyed cause of Maid intruption but knowing the cause of disturbance her anger vanish. She Checked her dress Veil and Ghoonghat, once than got up waste no further time and walked out of her room whereas her maid cum best friends ,Eunch, servants and soldiers tailing behind . All the way every guard, servant ,Eunch and maid bow their head in respect for her. And greeted her to which she nodded her head. Not only her but they even being respectful towards her attenders. Reaching the horse stables the guard stopped at entrance , servant stopped a little while at distance. The maid stopped near Jalal Man's, whereas Jodha walked towards Jalal who was caressing the head of his own horse, his back was facing her she was about to greet him first but he beat her at that and greeted her first).

"Greetings queen Jodha"! It's beautiful day isn't it"?

"Greetings your Majesty"! Indeed it's beautiful day"! " "Pardon me your Majesty "! But I am sure you didn't summon me here just to ask about beauty of day"!

(Surprise by how he got to know she arrived when it wasn't even announced. She was about to ask but than found him turning towards her, gesturing a servant behind her he nodded and look at Jodha. Who was clad in light Pink color Ghaghra Choli, and unlike any other day she was adorned by very less jewelry he took his own sweet time looking at her, knowing the other man might be present she had, her Pink cloth veil on face and Short Ghoonghat over head. Hiding her beautiful doe eyes, spotless angelic face from his view , while she just focused her gaze at the horse behind him, she was so shy cause of what happened between them previous day at evening).

"Yes I plan to go for horse riding"! And you're good at it thus"! I decided you will accompany"! And here arrived your horse"!

(Jodha look at side and found Subhrak, her white hairy young horse, she failed to control her emotion and rush to it, she thought she didn't got him here at Agra but here he is she was so happy to see him. the horse started showering her with affection as well by nuzlling his head close to her, whereas she patted his face and head softly hugging him by side. Making someone burn in jealously yet the person controlled his emotion he had no choice anyway. But that doesn't stop him from disturbing the so called pet and human reunion).

"Having affection for animal's "are one thing "! having control on animals are another thing"! Even though I know it's your horse"! but do you even know how to ride"?

"What you expect "? from Rajput royal Princess"!

"what you think about having race"? Look over there "! the Banayan tree Before the lake"! There a cloth is tied on tree whoever gets it first wins the race"!

"You didn't even wait for answer"!

"Cause I know you won't back out"!

(Jodha didn't said anything just mount on horse, knowing well he is right, Being Rajput royal blood she cannot back from challenge ever. Jalal smirk at her egarness to defeat him he love her fierce side, no matter what he say as much he like to make her obey he love to enjoy having challenge with her. Jalal to mount on horse without delaying he glance at Jodha who look back at him, by slight nod at each other for start the race they held the rein and pull it , by slight hit on the sides of Horse they start riding to win the race. Jodha was to focused on winning she hardly paid attention to her surroundings, however Jalal was having his focus on Jodha the way , her Ghoonghat got of from head, letting him get view of her open hair, she hadn't tied them in braid, which ended up flying in the air with her Pink dupatta, her eyes were fixed on the target her speed was increasing with each seconds. Jalal got so impressed with her horse riding skill and got lost in her mesmerizing beauty, but seeing the destination near he to focused on winning, reaching at certain area Jalal jump of from Horse by turning the horse sideways, Jodha to did the same both of there hand, were extended up-ward to get hold on cloth hanging in first branch of Tree, but Jodha height didn't favour her and Jalal got hold on cloth, however both together rolled on ground, Jodha was over Jalal arms with her eyes closed clutching his tunic hard, panting badly. Even Jalal was breathing in irregular speed, he stare at her than locked his arms around her , mesmerized by her innocence and angelic face. He didn't wish to let her go from his arms her sweet smell her soft cozy cuddle was driving him insane. He clutched her more tightly, making her open her eyes which caught the sight of Jalal darken eyes in desire for her. Making her gulp nervously but soon she realized he has been holding her for so long which made her a little).

"Leave me now"!

"Freedom From my hold Here you go"!

(Her words brought him out from the beauty spell, he look at her with michivious glint in eye than smirkingly spoke in firm by unlocking his hand. Getting up from ground she got busy dusting her dress but stopped in her move hearing his next set of words).

"But Never expect freedom from my life"! Until I am breathing alive"!

(Jodha got enraged by his words, stepping back with the cloth in hand she spoke in sheer annoyance, Looking at him directly however at end of her words she, had victorious smile on face cause she got the cloth from his hold when they fell on ground).

"I know you don't need to remind me"! The brutual truth of my life"! for now I prove you wrong by winning"! You said you always win"! But I defeated you"!

"We both are well aware of the fact"! Who lost and who won"! Anyway come"!

(He held Her hand and walked near the Banayan tree, Jodha was stunned by his action, he is definitely getting bold with me. From the time I agreed to his wish, what a sheer mess I gotten myself in I cannot even protest against his actions. Jalal sat on ground under the shed of it which eventually made her sat besides him as well. She was hestitate at first but Knowing there is no option she tried to relaxed, she first glance around at lake It was a bright sunny beautiful breezy morning! The entire area was so peaceful and calm, birds were chirping around, cool breeze was blowing lake was surrounded by colorful roses and jasmine plants. It was very peaceful and quite soothing place. That within few second it's made her closed her eyes and leaned back on tree, without making any move to get her hand released which was in his hold. But Jalal continue looking at her with content smile not for long his eyes got closed in peace, whereas Jodha was tired physically and exhausted mentally, thus slow cold breeze at place mixed with flower fragrance pushed her into deep sleep and unknowngily she put her head on his shoulder for support. This sleep was like a heavenly for them, both were nature lover, for one touch of nature was enough to compose the heart in calm soothing manner. For other with touch of nature and love besides was enough to end the anger and evoke peace in heart. The innocent naive support on his shoulder the little warmth there closeness provide each other ended up evoking desire. Jodha unknowingly started drifting more close to him, which turn the naive supportive touch into passionate promising hug, their feet were tangled with each other, Jodha head was on his right shoulder her left hand was sneaked around his right arm holding it firmly whereas her right hand was on his left shoulder by front she was almost leaning over him by right side. Whereas Jalal head was leaning a bit at the side of her head and left arm was around her waist holding her close. Few of her hair get on Jalal face which disturb him he opened his eyes slowly. And get surprise by how close they're laying on ground, he started at her with smile and found her hair causing disturbance to her as well he moved them behind her ears swiftly and slowly so that she don't wake up).

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"Your highness why you don't do anything"? Breaking laws of Harem become obligatory for her"! First she herself ask to continue practicing her religion"! Than she allowed the maid and servant to pray in her room"!

"These were enough reason to have her bear the wrath of His Majesty"! She is having so much influence over the people here"!

(Rukaiya hear the so called complain of few ladies of harem. She was tired she herself was burning in jealousy and they're increasing her annoyance. She saw how much influence she have on Jalal but she is no fool to take any action against Jodha on these minor unimportant issues. Yes her action made everyone impressed by her she earning the respect and support of Hindu maid servants and soldiers. And by her closeness with Jalal watching how much Jalal support her made rest of dwellers in harem respect her as well. But even having to much time spend in Agra she made no move to interact with any queen of Harem or try to seek for Power and position in few people eyes she is arrogant so in few people eyes she is humble and very much different from people living in harem in the term of thinking. Rukaiya herself witness that when Jalal was being mean to her nor she paid attention to it neither she mocked at her. In-fact her maid and servants to seem very humble expect Bilal khan whom she herself assigned as her attender. After watching Jalal ways of taking decision and being so tough towards those who try to mess with Jodha she was sure he won't like to have her hurt even in slightest way possible. Thus even wishing to have her eliminate from way she wasn't up-to and good action against Jodha).

"Instead of pulling her down by insigating me against her"! I suggest you people try to work on yourself"!

(The ladies got embarrassed by Rukaiya words, what they can do Jalal hardly pay attention to them. There is no way they get his time for themselves, whereas Jodha get it she doesn't acknowledge it much. Rukaiya get it to but she cannot gave him what as Emperor he wish, what they should do they're powerless and so helpless before the two ladies. They say “If you want something in life , the whole Universe conspires for you to get it, here they only want mere attention of Jalal. Yet nothing happen in their favour while they live with burnings jealousy against Rukaiya previously now Jodha, there while life is spoiled they're paying the price for being women. When the war happen between two state or empire man, old citizen infant are always killed , kids forced into slavery but women used in various ways as mere object as if they're none living thing or born just to endure pain. If they put a fight they faced the living hell if they gave in they're locked and shamed untill they breath last).

"As you wish your highness"!

"Don't worry today's there is celebration held at evening"! At the Honor of Queen Mainvati arrival here"! I am sure you people would get wishful attention by Jalal"!

(The ladies got satisfied by this they immidately made excuse and walked out from there. Leaving a thoughtful Rukaiya behind who had no idea why Jalal is really into Jodha).

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"Sorry for delaying in updating"! "Got busy in studies

"I am greatful for Your patience

"for my update thanks for reading"!

"Kindly share view at what you think about update"!

Awesome chappy Di

Loved their moments

Update soon Di

Thanks for Pm Di

Me First Di

Lovely update

Joja night moments uffff soooo good and beautiful

Finally they both are started to know each other, specially jalal is taking some good initiatives by giving her time.

I love this possesive jalal so much, he is soo annoying but cute at the same time.

Good decision by jalal and about maham too👏

Love the horse riding and peaceful snap. (also i like that part when jalal think about what if jo ask for separation, that mere thought disturbed him he is spo madly in love wid her)

Feeling really good while reading this.

Thanks for updating 😊

Originally posted by: Rashmisingh9151

Awe😒 you make me miss No name to desire😔 I feel so sad to see it's being left incomplete 😭 i wish she completed it 🤔

it's one of favourite story of readers in forum ❤️so if my chapter can make them refresh memories of it 😃than than I am really glad to hear this

Anyway here it's about my story😆 so I wonder what's things in this update make you recall no name to desire"? ❓

Thanks for comment 🤗

jalal's dialogue , directly made remember that story .

well like u i also want to read the next in that story but i guess writer has left , huh it will be forever suspense , if only we could know what jodha would hv done there .

while here in ur story , some chappies back i felt some GOT vibes as well .

Superb chapter n jodha n jalal both started to know each other n jalal is ready to give her time to think about their relationship n loved jalal n jodha nights moments n thnxx for pm me

Originally posted by: kriya_12

jalal's dialogue , directly made remember that story .

well like u i also want to read the next in that story but i guess writer has left , huh it will be forever suspense , if only we could know what jodha would hv done there .

while here in ur story , some chappies back i felt some GOT vibes as well .

Originally posted by: -Kavya_P-

Awesome chappy Di

Glad you like it😃 and enjoy 😳

Loved their moments

I am glad to know ⭐️I wasn't sure you guys will like or not 😆but that's made my day 😳

Update soon Di

Will try to do so 😊

Thanks for Pm Di

Your welcome 🤗

Me First Di

Thanks for being first one😳 to comment dear 🤗

Originally posted by: divyaJA

Lovely update

So glad to know 😳

Joja night moments uffff soooo good and beautiful

Oh Divya di 🤗that's made my day you enjoy that part 😃

Finally they both are started to know each other, specially jalal is taking some good initiatives by giving her time.

Yes he is doing good for now 😊and they're trying to move from hate but it will be tough cause they're such a stubborn hot head 😆

I love this possesive jalal so much, he is soo annoying but cute at the same time.

😆 so only in this one you like Jalal or in my previous work to 😉 it's hard to hate him anyway 😆 as he is hero bit yeah here his character is really something 😎

Good decision by jalal and about maham too👏

Thank you 🤗I wasn't sure his decision would appreciated but it did

Love the horse riding and peaceful snap. (also i like that part when jalal think about what if jo ask for separation, that mere thought disturbed him he is spo madly in love wid her)

Yes the only thing have him off mood was the thought of separation even though he don't know he love her or not🤓 but readers and writer know that he is so in love with her 🤣but definitely he have a linking to truth of her being dear to him 😉he just don't let it evident yet by masking it behind various reason 😈most importantly hate one being devil 😆

Feeling really good while reading this.

I glad it's had you feeling good I guess first time it end with positivity😳 or else I always had them turn back to each other from good to bad way 😆

Thanks for updating 😊

Your welcome Divya di 🤗

Thank you so much🤗 for your wonderful review 😳with various detail at how you felt or what part you like most thank you so much ❤️ you Divya di 🤗