Chapter 30
"It's high time we focus on Merta "! The situation there become very critical"!
"Then alright then"! I will myself lead a troop"! And march their"! If Rao desire Chandra Sen desire for war"! I have no issue"!
"It's not going to be easy"! He is powerful having support from Pathan"! He is strong in number"! And I am informed by my spies"! Rana Pratap himself seem to helping him"!
(Jalal heard Abdul words while he noticed Amir , Aziz agreeing by nodding their head. He smiled Rana Pratap well skilled warrior he heard about the takes of his valour and achievements. From long he was being advised having combat with Rana pratap would be death of him, he had knowledge how Rana Pratap strength is increasing. But Rana Pratap himself become a victim of family politics. The people of Mewar aren't untouched by the greed of power and position).
"Don't worry I have other ways"! To liberate Merta and Defeat Rao Chandra Sen"! I will let the teaching of Khan Baba guide me"! He often say swords aren't the only weapon in warfare"! There are more than one way to fight"! I won't let myself rely on my physical tools alone"!
(Abdul Amir Aziz nodded in understanding, they realized there is nothing called impossible in Jalal life. He have his way in everything, they were a bit distance away from arena when they Heard, a voice of Sword clash, they walked with fast paced towards the entrance and saw a warrior fighting with their soldier).
"Who is practicing there"?
(Ask Jalal to Abdul he was heading towards arena to practice, but it was occupied by a warrior clad in Golden color Tunic and Saffron Color Trouser, with saffron Color turban on head cover face as veil. Abdul Aziz Zaheer Amir look forward at front but said nothing they watch the soldier around the Arena are fighting with the person aggressively).
"Don't know your Majesty"!
(Jalal shook his head and walked forward , the Soldiers immidately backed away, while the masked person stood opposite to him. Jalal watch the person with sheer curiousity and confusion. Whereas the person look back at Jalal in anger and annoyance. Jalal wanted to ask him to reveal his identity, but he did opposite of what he wanted, he charge towards the person fully committing himself. He fainted a thrust before side stepping and leaping into the air. Jalal swung his sword high above his head, prepared to strike with all his might.
While the person first got surprised by Jalal speed and athleticism marveled him. It reminded him of his own father. But then he use his skill and casually blocked Jalal strike and try pushed him back. But Jalal didn't let up. He charged at an even faster pace.The person eyes widened as he realized Jalal is fighting very aggressively. The person tried best and concentrated as he defended more carefully. This time he swings and strikes were flashy and powerful. But it did not cause too much trouble for someone like Jalal at least. No one recognise the person but Jalal ,did of-course how he can forget the little teen , who had duel with him in Amer. It was Maan he remembered the last time he and Maan sparred. It was more lighthearted. Jalal was showing faux anger trying to draw out Maan's strength. When Maan knocked him down he playfully let him think he succeeded. He wanted to boost the boy's confidence. But this was different. It seemed almost as if Maan was goading Jalal to attack for the kill. Even though he was the one to charge first , but the way Maan was fighting today, made him tackle him aggressively. Maan leaped high above Jalal attempting the flashy overhead strike, this time from Jalal weaker side. Or so he thought. Maan saw the flash of the blade and in the next instant he found himself flat on his back .Amir ,Aziz, Zaheer and Abdul saw Jalal swatting away Maan's strike with ease. The force of Jalal block threw Maan on the ground. But Maan quickly got back up and charged at Jalal again. Maan's strength and reflexes were frighteningly impressive for his age. He saw how his soldier were having tough time, dealing with Maan however, Jalal wasn't only a soldier he was warrior a emperor. Jalal was known for his power It It wasn't raw power you would often see in brutes often employed by Kingdoms as bodyguards, executioners or shock infantry. It was power that was well honed. Polished. Cultured. And matched with the skills taught and nurtured by Bairam khan himself, it was outright frightening. But what Jalal lacked was ingenuity and intuitiveness, traits of Bairam khan his mentor that he was well seeing in Maan. However good Maan was in Jalal eyes he still lacked technique. To a casual observer it may not be apparent, as Maan's freakish athleticism and his guile compensated for it. First Jalal was very active but now he was barely moving , still he was very much succeeding in blocking Maan powerful move. But Maan stopped attacking he watched Jalal in astonished by his strength. He realized how far he is from becoming well skilled powerful warrior, there is still lot for him yo learn to become warrior fighting with Jalal with all his might made him aware about his own weakness for now).
"What is the matter"?"Tired already?"
"Not even close"!
"Alright then. Attack."
(Jalal who had enough of fight decided to end it this this tine he again charge first but like previously instead of defensive by being standing and attacking aggressively. He attack first , Maan swung his sword in a high arc. And in a flash he saw Jalal halting Maan swing by grabbing his arm and in the next instant he thrust his blade through Maan neck. Everyone gasp in shock All of them He sprinted forward not believing their eyes. The shock and dread abated as they realized that Jalal had only thrust his blade past Maan neck. It was pretty close though. But all heaved a sigh. They should have known better. Whereas Maan stood frozen , as he eyed the blade at the side of his neck. Breathing heavily as sweat trailed down his face. If the timing was just a little off Maan would be giving his greetings to his father right now).
"You ok"! I just got carried away"! Hopefully I didn't frightened you"!
(Spoke Jalal worriedly drawing his sword back. Maan was staring at his feet. His mind filled with the images of the sequence that went in the last few moments. Jalal stopped his attack so easily. Not only that but if it wasn't arena instead if it's been War-field he would definitely end up embracing death).
"Maan"! I didn't mean to break your confidence"! It's just i"! You should know with whom you're dealing with"! Before you go on fighting"!
(Spoke Jalal placing his arm on his son's shoulder. Ofcourse that's what Jalal wanted he saw a very good skilled warrior in making. In the form of Maan he just need a right guidence and he can say with surity Maan will be great warrior. However he knew Amer people won't want, the hire of Amer state and sole prince to stay , under the territory of Mughal emperor. But he decided he want Maan by his side , but that cannot happen if he left with Mainavati back to Amer. He was lost in thought , when Maan shoved his hand off. from his shoulder and took step back).
"I know what you wanted to prove"! And to tell you truth"! Crushing the confidence of Rajput isn't easy as you think"!
(Saying this Maan glance back at his friend, who nodded and step forward with him. Both were about to leave when Jalal spoke again, not liking the attitude of both boys, even though he was amused by their action).
"You doesn't seem to like me"!
"Glad to know"! it didn't take too long for you "! to figure out"!
(Oh boy he have sharp tounge, but he is brutually honest and that's make him impressive person. Jalal liked such a personality of people,but doesn't acknowledge when they sound to disrespectful towards him before everyone. He glance around and dismiss all of the soldier standing there. Then glance back at Maan and spoke).
"What's makes you dislike me"!
"You took my Aunt away from me"! That's enough reason for me to dislike you"!
(Jalal smiled listening this, so it's not going to hard to make him agree to have him by his side. If he is missing Queen Jodha, a little part of him felt angry as well. The way Maan said took Jodha away from him. He saw both of them talking at noon before royal feast. the affection the adoration they had for each other was so clear he didn't saw Jodha so happy in Agra before, even when she met Her mother that's made her teary eye. But Seeing Maan her happiness was so evident. Expect me she adore everyone"! Thought Jalal inwardly in annoyance. But then spoke looking at Maan).
"If it's one of main reason"! Then what you would do"! If I make you stay by her side"!
"It's not possible"! I am prince a royal cum to be king of Amer"! I have many responsibility"! I cannot stay by her side here"! Away from my people and state"! And I know you won't let me take her back to Amer"!
(Jalal eyes widen up God he is dreading the very fact of her going back and here. He even thought of it good for him that Maan realized he cannot let her take back to Amer. But what if she herself decided to go "? But why it's bother me"? Cause she is mine"! And letting her go means letting her have her way"! Which he cannot let it happen. Cause that will be his defeat, come lat reply from his mind however his heart doesn't seem satisfied with it, yet that didn't come any view hence he agree to it. Yes that's the only reason I needn't to get worked up, he glance back at Maan then spoke).
"You had confiend yourself"! Behind the border of Amer"! Had it ever occurred you"! That there might be more bigger task store for you"?
"What can be bigger than"! protecting your mother-land serving people"?
(Here comes the Rajput true patriot, as must he aploud their patriotism bravery and Righteousness, he get annoyed by this as well. It's get so hard for him to deal with Rajput, as they often get to show him mirror, that he cannot earn their loyalty even by playing dirty. And by Maan words he realised , even if he got him by his side it won't be easy for him, to make him fight war and win them for himself. Ofcourse Jalal is shrewd In term of investing his time his emotion, if he want Maan to become well known powerful Warrior, then he want him by his side, so like give and take policy).
"Nothing but there can be bigger ways"! To serve your mother-land"!
"What can be better than"! serving as Prince to be King"!
(So entire Amer people are bundle of queries, but Jalal was impressed how by his question he is having counter strike on him, he realised Maan had figure out his intention behind his words which he isn't accepting at all. Whereas Ma'am who was genuinely curious at first indeed got knowledge what Jalal mean, he may not be adult as them but he have good way of figuring out others intention. He shared a look with his friend who smiled back at him whereas Jalal was about to say something when A soldier come there and spoke).
"Greetings your Majesty"! Greetings My lord"! The grand Empress of Amer "! Is waiting for you at her room"! My lord"!
(Naan Singh glance at the soldier then nodded he look back at Jalal , than greeting him once walked out from Arena, leaving thoughtful Jalal and amused Friend of Jalal behind they glance at Jalal, who was busy watching retreating back of Maan. But they didn't ask or said anything just got busy practicing).
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"You seem to spend lot of time"! in reading and praying and resting"!
"I don't have anything to do here Mother"!
"Impressive I got tired by trying to confined you in boundary"! But I never succeed in it"! But the Emperor did"!
(Jodha glance at her mother both mother daughter, were now taking stroll in Angoori Baag, when Mainavati ask about her routine it's seem pretty genuine query but now she know better what her mother want to convey. Annoyed she spoke back in firm tone).
"You cannot help those"! Who aren't unwilling to take help"!
"How you can judge without trying"? That they're willing to take help or not"! There are many maid servant Eunch soldiers appointed"! At your service but very few could prove themselves"! Extra-ordinary in your view by their abilities"! And get promotion"!
(Jodha didn't want her mother to go on further, she already got her point, thus she cut her in mid and spoke firmly. Whereas her mother who anticipated her impaitent daughter move smiled back and waited for her to get done speaking).
"Mother what you want me to do"! You know very well I don't want power and position"! I don't desire that"!
"Who said to earn power and position only"! You will earn respect love and fame"! You will gets hope a aim to live"! And I know my daughter love to serve the people"! Doesn't matter you're in Amer or Agra"! Remember the people living here are Bharatiya"! And remember you swore to serve them"!
(Wow one more oath darn these oath, her entire life become oath. As if there is nothing left for her to do other than keep carrying out the oath she taken. God have mercy will she ever get to live for her own without bothering about breaking any Oath. But then she realised her mother words make sense, every king and prince work to get every state under one. Dream of unbreakable Independent India, the takes of cruelty coming from any state could install fear , then it's boiled the blood of people as well. Create sheer hatred against every invader and outsider who come in India. She glance around and found few servant are working in planting seed few are watering the plant at distance. Her own maid were standing at the entrance of garden chatting with Mughal maid. By their look she can say they're having pleasant time, "they're human , They serve the one they sworn their loyalty to , be it Mughal Emperor Mughal empress of her"! They're my people as much they're Mughal. I cannot discriminate between them. She sigh in disappointment she was ashamed at her action. Here she was busy analysing her thoughts her action but Mainavati who was watching her daughter from start notice the change she smiled and gently held her hand on own then spoke firmly).
"Nothing can undo what's already been done"! So instead of feeling disappointed on past action"! Work on present one"! That can make lot's of difference"! Now let's go it's time you get ready for celebration"! And today I will personally get you ready"!
(Jodha smiled at her mother then both of them walked out from the garden , towards her own chamber to get ready for celebration. She never felt this calm and peaceful her mother arrival in Agra not only made her feel wanted but it's boosted her down confidence. She had sprit of fight now her mother evoke a hope a aim for her today. In such a way that she forgets all her anger against her mother and her sister. And she had every reason to aquit them from the blame of hurting her, martial political alliance aren't new thing. The only thing was new that she was mean to marry Mughal whom entire Rajputana treat as enemy. But again they had no choice she watch her mother who walk side by side. How much she went through death of her son and nephews, watching her own daughter marrying a enemy. Does she deserves to be disrespect after all she had endure. She won't make them pay for this but she will make sure they never rise to disrespect her people ever).
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"Greeting's your Grace"! His majesty arrived here"! He seek permission to meet you"!
(Spoke the maid stepping in the Room of Dowgar Queen empress of Mughal Empire Mother of Emperor Hamida Banu Begam, it was evening by now and she was getting ready for Celebration, with the help of her maid, she didn't expected Jalal to come to her yet. Still thinking maybe some important issue come she nodded her head and gesture by hand to let him come).
"Greeting's Mother"!
(Greet Jalal stepping in the room all ready for Celebration, with turban on head which had been studded by Precious gem like ruby emerlad, a feather plume right at the front of Turban, he was adorened by jewellery like Pearl necklace studded emerlad ruby and Diamond on neck, huge ring in his hands Pearl made Waist-chain. clad in Royal blue half sleeve heavily embroidered silk Robe , over Purple color Golden silvery thread light worked silk Jama having elobrate dot pattern on, Same color plain Trouser, extensively embroidered Mojari. A maid wrapped maroon Color Shawl around Hamida then she got up then walked towards Jalal who was standing near the couch).
"Greetings Jalal"!
(Jalal took her right hand and kissed it then spoke firmly, he casted the glance at her, she wore a Peshawaz , light golden color muslin light ornately embroidered accompanied by lusciously embroidered odhani along with a relatively plainer form of churidar, she was heavily adorned by golden embroidered pearl ruby uncut Emerald embedded ear-stud , necklace, arm-let, waist-belt , brace-let, huge dimond mirrior string-ring, anklet , on feet there were juttis embroidered and stones embedded on them).
"I come here as"! "Today I will like to personally escort"! you to Celebration venue"!
"That cannot be only reason"! "behind your simply arrival here Jalal"!
"You're right Mother"! Before we set to leave for celebration"! I want to little talk with you"!
"Come sit then"! And tell me what's bothering you"!
(Jalal sat on couch opposite to her, then look up at her feeling bit unsure at how to say. But then muttering courage Jalal spoke looking at her, who was sitting on couch having her hand on lap firmly waiting for him to speak. He glance around the servant and maid were dismissed long back).
"Mother"! "do not fall yourself"! To fall the other"! If you fall"! Then I to will fall from others sight"!
"Jalal "! "I don't understand"!
"You're Dowger Queen"! Grand Empress of empire"! Mother of Emperor"! It's pity to know"! "you don't get"! "what I am talking about"!
"You was humilted because of her"! Her condition put your love for your religion and belief on stake"! in the eye of Scholar adviser minister General"!
"If I was humilted she wasn't respected either"! If I am facing mistrust of my people"! because of my decision"! She wasn't being supported and trusted either"! Then how it can be fair "? on your part to hurt her"?
(Hamida saw his look which was unreadable but very much determine, she heard his words she was no fool to not get. Why he was here and what he is talking about, being Emperor he get knowledge about everything happen in empire. But what surprise her is before no Emperor took stand as such for queen not even her own husband did. But here Jalal not only grounded Maham by having her room arrest, but acuit her from all the responsibility. And here he come to warn her off, if she isn't wrong he warned Maham as well. "The day he fell in love"! Will be the day the empire will see the change"! A change which people would talk for decades"! Hamida recall the word of Casuist whom she met in Ajmer Sharif. He didn't clear much so she wasn't sure but the change in his action his decision was causing nothing but destruction for now. Thus it's scared her what if his love , become doom for Mughal empire, which was build by many sacrifice. What he isn't able to understand on own yet, can see and sense by other, he isn't acknowledging it yet but his way of going to any extend, to r assure comfort of Jodha. Did put others off it won't been issue had he done all this, for any other queen. But Jodha who isn't even from their religion, who isn't openly welcome by them. who come from enemy land, who don't even seem to take any action to warm up to people in empire. Did had many of others angry in empire. And she is one of them no doubt).
"Jalal"! Hope you know emotion"! cannot be base of political action and decision"!
"I do and that's why I am telling you"! Don't act by getting under influence of people"! Who is so down by emotion called Jealousy"!
(Jalal who anticipated what His mother will say crossed her by his words. No matter how angry he might be , how upset he would be by her action he cannot take action against her. She is his mother after all but that cannot stop him from putting forth his view. More like warn her he need other to know what power he hold who he is. And what he can do he is responsible for his action his decision he is solely Answerable to his subject's. He will be held accountable for his deed in the pages of history. Before being Commander or general he won't minded much, but now when he is Emperor his every action is under the lense of people. be his Subject his attender his allies or foe, he have lots of issue in hand which he needs to dealt with. The least he expect from his mother his companions of life his wife's to maintain peace. So that he don't get involved in family politics and pay attention in administrative work , focus on his enemies move. But they're making it tough for him by their so called zero tolerance policy. His Khan Baba always told him "the internal enemies of empire"! that remained a bigger and more mortal threat"!. He cannot let it ignore past few months had been very hard. The loss they face cause of Nasir death was nothing. Before the blow they got by the death of Bairam khan and he is yet to know who killed him. He thought Sharif ,Adham or the Afghan king himself conspire to kill Bairam khan . to weaken the strength of Mughal Empire but investigation on this matter made him know it's not them).
"I have lot's of issue to deal with"! I need loyal people by my side "! wise advise to tackle critical situation"! And your behaviour isn't helping Mother"!
(His words immidately made Hamida aware how much her son is suffering, he need strong support of his people and being his mother if she cannot do that. Then he cannot expect others to support him either, she walk towards him and put her hand on his shoulder then spoke).
"I am sorry for disappointing you Jalal"! You're all I have"! The position power mean nothing if you aren't the one in our life"! I got afraid for you"!
"I understand mother"! You needn't to feel bad"! I told you to have faith on your son"! Anyway enough of serious talk"! It's time we leave for celebration"!
(Hamida nodded then both of them, got us from couch Hamida was about to head out when Jalal held her hand, she tilted her head and looked back at him. He smiled then with little hestitation hugged her by wrapping his arms around her, taken aback by her son move , Hamida let out low gasp to shock to react, whereas Jalal who missed the warmth and found the embrace cold, about to retreat by breaking the hug. But at the nick of time Hamida wrapped her hands around him, by hugging him back).
"I love you mother"!
(Spoke Jalal after few minutes breaking the hug. Hamida kissed his forehead and reply him back , then together walked out of her room, to attend the Celebration. It was first time when both mother son was walking together. And it was sight to behold for others. The smile on both face every guard and servant by watching them together made a silent prayer for them).
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(Two servant were walking towards Jalal room when something flashed on their face, they look at side, they were in corridor besides forged Window. The weather was cloudy stars and moon were playing hide and seek, hence the palace was illuminating in the light of flambeau, they saw Eerie shadows from the patrolling guards , made the scenery morbid and ominous. But the guards were not around anymore. They watched in horror two Hooded figures there was something in their hand, which reflect in the light flambeau which flashed on there face, were creeping around the corridor. They called for guards But no one responded, Scared but ready to protect their Emperor or come any help they ran from stairs down . But When they reached the scene it was empty. They shared a look and kept looking around but they were no where in sight. But then they both saw Sir Adhga and Munim khan coming towards them. They both immediately rush to them and spoke while panting).
"Greetings Huzoor "! there we we saw two hooded figure"! Their their action were creepy and very mysterious"!
"Huzoor when we call for guard there were none"! even the guard Petrolling in the quarter of his majesty aren't there"!
(Adhga and Munim khan immidately, got concerned they watch the servants, they were trembling in fear. Together they walked towards the corridor which led them to Jalal room. And saw the group of soldier coming, watching adhga and Munim khan together they become nervous and walked towards them ask).
"Greetings Huzoor"! is something the worrisom"!
"Where the hell were you all"?
(The guards looked at one another nervously. And become afraid by the stern cold voice of ever so cool Adhga khan. They're not familiar with Adhga khan anger).
"His majesty wasn't in quarter"! And we were thristy"!
"All of you at once"? "You could have gone one after another! "Do you not know the protocols of being a guard? Who the hell appointed you"?
(The guards hung their head in shame. They were just four of them yet how can do it. But for once they wanted to take a break , they were tired of protecting empty rooms. Munim khan spoke firmly in calm tone looking at them).
"You go and alert all the guards in palace"! And you both come with me"! And you both did you saw their face or anything"!
"No Huzoor we didn't"!
"Adhga saheb"! what you think"? Who will be behind this"!
"No time to think Munim Khan"! The only thing I know right now"! The palace is possibly infiltrated"!
(Saying this they continue walking further towards the celebration venue. While walking hurriedly they missed the Big vase kept behind the entrance of stairs. Where two people were hiding they, glance at each other and breath a sigh in relief then sneaking carefully crossed Emperor Quarter block , their target wasn't Emperor, but someone else it's just cause of servant spotting them they got mislead on way).
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(Clad in purple colour Peshawaz and Yelek, it was heavily embroidered in Persian style chikankari. Adorened by Golden emerlad Embroidered Jewelleries. Jhoomar-tikka head Ornament , Maang-tikka forehead ornament, golden Hair-pin, ear-stud ear Ornament, (Nath) nose-ring ,Six layer golden delicately intcriate work (Choker-Haar) necklace contained un-cut Ruby Sapphire Hessonite Emerlad, heavy golden worked studded ruby arm-let, Broad golden light worked (Kamar-Band) waist-belt uncut Sapphire studded, Jadau brace-let, huge dimond mirror string-ring, (Paizeb) anklet , on feet there were (Mojari) juttis embroidered and stones embedded on them. Today She took extra care in dressing up and why she won't be when Jalal himself told He will be with her in night, she want the night to be memorable one for her. So far almost everyone compliment her, Queen Salima Aunt Gulbadan , Empress Chand , Queen Farida. And rest of Harem Quern as well. Even though celebration always evoke the sprit of being on your best look in women heart. But they all were aware Rukaiya isn't the one to value the beauty much, but here seeing her looking so heavenly beautiful many of them were Jealous, she was beauty with brain no doubt. Rukaiya was egar to see Jalal inwardly hoping for compliment by him, soon enough Jalal arrived in celebration venue. With Hamida both stepped in court together Rukaiya was very happy she always wanted them to be close, but today it's make her more happy cause she realised by Hamida action at royal feast that she doesn't like Jodha much, if Jalal and Hamida are closed meaning they're going to have upper hand on Jodha, she watch Jalal with look of admiration he was looking so handsome as always but today something was diffrent , she Cannot pin point what's different she is Sensing bit it had something to do with the way he was looking at everyone. Jalal look at Rukaiya and raised his hand to greet her).
"You dressed to kill Rukaiya"! Who is your prey"!
(It was custom the Emperor always sat with his chief Queen in celebration time, thus Rukaiya getting nod by Jalal walked to him, her face was cover by veil. Rukaiya didn't said anything just smiled, which fell from her face when, Jodha walked in celebration with her mother, Jalal who was looking at Rukaiya got stunned by Look of Jodha. His eyes were wide and the smile on his face broaded, she clench her fist tightly).
The moment she step only sound could be heard which was coming from her anklet , the way she walked only her anklet made sound. Her step always seems firm yet confident soundless. Clad in light Yellow color heavily Embroidered Ghaghra choli, face having Veil while head having short Ghoonghat, Broad yet delicately heavy golden worked Maha-patti Maang-Tikka studded by diamond on head, (Nathni ) Nose-ring, Three layer long golden string thin (Haar) Necklace studded by Pearl and Dimond, then Broad five layer heavily golden worked Rani-Haar (necklace). contained uncut coral ,pearl, ruby ,yellow sapphire Emerlad and blue Sapphire. Her ear Wel adorened by Earrings which compliment the Necklace. She had arm (baju-band) Bracelet and golden bangles, Hath-phool her (string-ring , anghoti Antique-ring, (Kamar-Band) waist-belt. He watched her in awe while she walked gracefully towards him, reaching few step near she greet him by folding her hands. Then turn to walk towards her place he wanted her to sit besides him but he knew he hadn't given her position to sit there yet. He clench his fist in anger when he saw how everyone eyes are fixed on her, he cannot blame them for being spellbound by her beauty . But he wasn't going to let it slid either she is his queen , they're not allowed to look at her in such a way. but he himself continued staring at her, not knowing he is embarassing her she was already not into getting ready but as she is Princess cum Empress wife of Emperor and had to attend the celebration Held for her own mother. She had to get ready by giving extra effort , it didn't help either that her own mother got her ready, every Jewellery piece was making her uncomfortable specially (Bichhuye) Toe ring which was making it tough for her to walk in (Sitara-jooti) shoe , they were to heavy for her to carry on yet it was making her look more elegant and graceful. Jodha glance at her mother who was giving her teasing look, by gesturing her to look at Jalal whereas her maid were grinning at her. She glare at them in annoyance. But sneak a glance at Jalal whose smile widened by watching her glancing at him. Seeing she got caught she immidately look at the centre of hall. Making him smirk inwardly he shook his head at her antics then gesture the Celebration to start , the entire hall was filled with men women third gender , Servant ,soldier ,maid ,eunch, minister ,adviser ,scholar And their family members, all were drinking Jaam talking calmly and enjoying the view , After gift exchange and formal greetings , a group of male Musician started playing their instruments, while one group female started singing, while another group of Girl step forward and started dancing).
In Aankhon Kii Mastii Ke, Mastaane Hazaaron Hain
"There are thousands intoxicated by the passion of these eyes"
In Aankhon Se Vaabasta, Afasaane Hazaaron Hain
"Thousands of romances have been spun about these eyes"
Ik Tum Hii Nahiin Tanhaa, Ulfat Mein Merii Rusavaa
"You are not the only one disgraced by your desire for me"
Is Shehar Mein Tum Jaise, Dewaane Hazaaron Hain
"In this city, there are thousands of mad men just like you"
In Aankhon Kii Mastii Ke, Mastaane Hazaaron Hain
"There are thousands intoxicated by the passion of these eyes"
Ik Sirf hum hii may Ko, Aankhon Se Pilaate Hain
"I am the only one that can intoxicate you with my eyes"
Kahane Ko To Duniyaa Mein, Mayakhaane Hazaaron Hain
"Although there are thousands of wine houses in this world"
In Aankhon Kii Mastii Ke, Mastaane Hazaaron Hain
"There are thousands intoxicated by the passion of these eyes"
Is Shamm-e-Farozaan Ko, Aandhii Se Daraate Ho
"You are trying to frighten this lighted candle with a mere storm"
Is Shamm-e-Farozaan Ke Paravaane Hazaaron Hain
"Thousands of moths are drawn to this brilliant candle"!
In Aankhon Kii Mastii Ke, Mastaane Hazaaron Hain
"There are thousands intoxicated by the passion of these eyes"!
In Aankhon Se Vaabastaa, Afasaane Hazaaron Hain
"Thousands of romances have been spun about these eyes"!
(Jalal instead of paying attention to Marvolus performence of dancer , glancing at Jodha all the while, as if the song was mirroring her, the various eyes on her was telling him , if you didn't value my worth there are thoushands, who value me and I won't waste time to go for it, telling him you may have thoushands of beauty by your side, but only her one look can intoxicate him. Not only he is alone facing disrespect, she is enduring the same, whereas his eyes were on Jodha , so Rukaiya eyes were on him, only Jodha herself was paying attention to the dance. She had the reason she was to shy to look at his way, after getting caught, she made her mind even if someone told her there is snake , then to she won't look there. But inwardly she so wanted to look at Jalal reason unknown to her. Like Jalal even Jodha was having same thought, there are lot of women dying for his attention, he will be happy with them , but she will be living a life full of loneliness , no matter what she say or do even his presence near her his mere gaze made overwhelmed by emotion be it uncomfortablness or shyness, while the mere sight of beautifully dressed up Rukaiya sitting beside him having equal power as him. Sting her first time, the song was really very meaningful in her view. Here the two soul unaware about their heart beating for each other, were lost in thoughts of each other by mere song. whereas Rukaiya was getting Jealous it's hurt her to see even sitting besides her he was lost looking at Other, it's angered her to know how even giving her power, he is making her helpless by losing himself in the thought of other. One by one the performers step forward to perform Mujra, Jalal try to focus on them but it wasn't in his control anymore).
"The full moon, or the sun? "Whatever she is", for me"! she is beyond compare!
"Her hair is like a soft cloud"! leaning on her shoulder"!
"Her face is like a beautiful lake"! where her smile look like blooming lotus"!
"Her eyes are like two goblets of wine"! Which can intoxicated others by mere look"!
"She's ode instrument of life"! Or She's poet's dream"! For me she's beyond compare"!
(Thought Jalal inwardly glancing at Jodha who took a glass, offer by servant, then started drinking what he assume was Sherbet, he smiled at her expression seeing her pout by the taste of whatever she drank. And continue talking with her mother).
"Jalal I heard you acquitted Maham"! from her responsibilities"!
"You heard it right"!
"But why Jalal"? What she done"?
"Rukaiya don't spoil the lovely night"! By talking about people who commit treason"!
(Spoke Jalal by taking the glass of Jaam offer by servant, letting himself drown in the pleasant environment. Whereas Rukaiya watch him looking back at Jodha. Annoyed she spoke again this time letting her anger get better).
"ofcourse you won't talk about other"! when you're drowning yourself in the beauty of someone"!.
(Jalal got caught of guard by Rukaiya words , he look back at her then smirk making her scoffed in anger he took her hand in his. Then spoke firmly by planting a kiss on her palm).
"I won't be bothered"! if others Burn in jealousy"! But you're an expectation"!
(Rukaiya look at him then her gaze fell on Jodha who was watching them now, she immidately placed her other hand over his, Jalal got taken aback by her action but said nothing. And waited for her to say something but noticing her eyes are at other way, he followed her gaze and Saw Jodha looking at them. He recall two quotes one which was on women other on Men, based on sword and Lion."Two swords cannot remain in a sheath"! Two lion cannot rule a forest"! Same way a women can't bear the sight of other women getting attention, by her husband. Would it work on her"? Thought Jalal inwardly then smirk glancing at both women time to time).
. Hope he fails miserably. Would like to read less of hukka
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