RagKor and Ra4gKor my ficfam (all stories without comments) - Page 3

Missing... Missing... Ra(a4)gKor ...

(Girls... Today I am totally down, upset, missing MeeJay way too much, missing my fictional family I have named them as Ra(a4)gKor. Am off insta and twitter too as I just don't want to read anything about my dude with that new_______. No No its killing me... I am missing... am sure you all will be too ... A small OS to ease me)

Six Months... No No its impossible... Literally Raaghav was in tears.

Raaghav : Shyaam Kaaka... please should I go for this... I will not understand anything. Yes I learnt the business, but this will be difficult for me. And I can't leave the family ( I just can't leave Maidam) and go. Kaaka why can't we find somebody else for this.

Shyam Laal : Raaghav I can understand but this is very important for the deal that we have entered into with the UK company and as you know our expert Mohit has just got married and you only had given him a month off for his new life to start. This is a special course with regards to the latest technology of the tea processing and this course is just for 6 months and starting next ten days. We have your passports done and will apply for the visa. We cannot send anyone else as this is critical for the company. Rohan also cannot go as his mother is not well. Only Mohit and Rohan are the experts in processing and you know everything, which you have learnt from me and also with your experience you know the nuances. With this additional knowledge we will be in a better position in executing the order as the plucking will start in another three months and this will help.

Once you get expertise in this you can then transfer the knowledge to both. In this way we will save our cost and as we cannot send them again for training to London and the next course will start only next year.

So Raaghav its better that you go. Tell bitiya and get yourself prepared. Raaghav has never gone against Shyaam's advice. He always treats it as his order and always accepted, but, going to London for six months ... is jittering him..

Its been three months now, it was hard but Chakor had to make herself hard in making him accept as it was for the business and also he did not want to call back Mohit or disturb Rohan. Aayansh was so excited, my cutie pie he is true to his age he was excited that daddy was going to London... overseas. He prepared a list to be bought...

Ar was initially upset as he is too attached to daddy but then said that as it is needed he will help mummy to take care of the roses and the boys promised to study well... the roses did not know much but was crying when he started for the airport...

He was managing though many of the terminologies were new to him but he would speak to Chakor on a video call everyday to update her and also pass on what was taught and she helped him... Holding her tears back... not showing her emotions...

The A4 would eagerly wait to speak to him (thanks to the 4.5 hours difference that they could speak before going to bed) and the roses would kiss the screens wanting to go their daddy..

Shyaam Laal was taking care and he was training Chakor too into the business and Arjun would stay with her when needed. Chakor was so so proud of the maturity that he had and infact asked him without realizing... you are so brilliant Arjun and so matured... I want you to be very good in your studies and also be a good human being. ...he said mumma...I love daddy and I knew how much he loves you when you were away from us... He has told all about you, tearing holding her wrists... mumma you were a bandhuva... how much you would have suffered... she teared... Raaghav you told the boys everything about me?? He said, you though being a bandhuva still grew with confidence and righteousness so daddy always spoke about your braveness and how you always helped others at the cost of your happiness too. He hugged her, mumma I love daddy but indeed you are my role model... Daddy has struggled so much when we were too young. He has never been angry or scolded us always made us to understand everything.

I promise you mumma, when I grow I will learn all that you want me to learn, be a good human being and will ensure that I will help daddy in his business and also in taking care of my roses... she kissed him on his forehead... She said I am so blessed, she teared. Mumma please donot cry, We love you so much and daddy doesnot like you crying...

True she said he is a pure soul... I miss him too much... (she spoke within herself)

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Raaghav was doing well in his crash course and developed good contacts and infact was getting another deal to sign but he said that he will need to get the consent of his legal team and then only will go ahead.

In his absence the workers were gearing up for the plucking which will be soon starting and they had prepared themselves and was working cautiously with Chakor.

The plantation was gearing up for meeting the deadline as when Raaghav comes the new machineries will be ready for the processing.

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One afternoon... After the roses slept she went to the plantation and was overseeing the work and also was going through the school, hospital and the recreation centre in the plantation. Kaaka showed her and she was surprised to see two new shuttle cars and also two new big swings and a rocking chair and also a crche there...the lady workers who were in the plucking came to her hugging her and saying they are so blessed as the shuttle cars are helping the pregnant ladies to go to the plantation and also was telling Chakor that it's so heartwarming that the pregnant ladies are given the privilege to work as per their convenience and to rest in the wooden swings and rocking chairs and their new borns are taken care of in the crche attached, so they are able to wean the babies.. They were blessing and was surprised that Raaghav knows the difficulties of the pregnant woman and infact the rival companies were eyeing them too much...

Chakor smiled to herself... Kaaka looked at her and said bitiya you have shaped the diamond beautifully.

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It was five months... just a month more but she was literally missing him way too much... Infact she could not manage his absence...

It was the usual evening and the boys spoke to him and asked him to buy so many things and his princesses were calling him and kissing the phone screen. She put the kids to sleep...

She spoke to him holding on to herself, asking him to take care of himself. She realized he was also breaking down...he got another call on his room landline.. the mobile signal was getting disturbed... He could not speak to her but put his call on hold but which was actually recording and went to attend the other call.. She thought her call was disconnected so left the phone without her switching off...

It was two days after her call...

the boys were at the school and the girls were playing with Girija and the Mansion staff

She was in the terrace... looking at the sky and the trees down...

Though being bold, brave but sometimes the missing of the loved ones breaks one way too much... Eversince she came back Raaghav had been just too too glued with her and had never left her even for a day but to go to the plantation. She knows she was the one who had sent him for the business purpose but ... The absence was somewhat making her depressed... feel low... Something was cringing. As months went by it was becoming difficult for her.

She was overwhelmed in his love and also with the boys but this distance suddenly brought her unknown fears... something missing... she was crying, unable to control...Its been just two years now after her return but unknown fears were setting in... she was getting scared though everything was fine...

Closing her eyes. she said to herself, Raaghav please come back fast, I don't know how I will manage the next month... I am missing you so much Raaghav, I know I may sound stupid but I am unable to be without you... She cried a lot.

She went closeby to the picture in their room rested her head on his chest with tears flowing down...

Raaghav, please come back...

Came those strong arms around her holding her tight... embracing her...

Maidam... She jerked, she opened her eyes to see the picture... But lo He was there. Her Raaghav was there... She blinked her eyes... No no how can it be... am I dreaming... But yes its him, she saw him smiling looking into her eyes...

Raaghav, she hugged him... touched his cheeks... is it... is ... It really you!!! Am I hallucinating... She cried smiled... Really Raaghav ...

He smiled kissing her forehead, yes Maidam, my Queen its me, your budda, your Raaghav, your paagal... She went into him crying more... I missed you too much Raaghav... she just jumped and hugged him. Hugged him crushing him. She was hugging him as though if she leaves him she may wither away... I love you Raaghav... she cried... Kissing him on his cheek... Smiling...

Coming to reality she asked but how come you are here, how did you come? When did you board the flight...

Why???

Arey Maidam... How did I come???? And Why???

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She spoke to him holding on to herself, asking him to take care of himself. She realized he was also breaking down...he got another call on his room landline.. the mobile signal was getting disturbed... He could not speak to her but put his call on hold but which was recording and went to attend the other call.. She thought her call was disconnected so left the phone without her switching off...

He switched on his phone...

Her eyes was opening wide, tears, feeling shy, crying as she heard it.

She was lying beside the phone crying...talking

Raaghav I am missing you way too much!!! I am unable to even live properly. I may sound stupid but I am feeling so scared and depressed too... Kaaka is taking care of everything, the workers are doing fine but, I donot know, I am unable to express, I am feeling so low without you.

Raaghav I realise I just cannot live without you even for a temporary period of time. She cried. Every day is becoming difficult for me, I suddenly feel I am loosing you. May be this is psychological as I was away from everyone for the past ten years. But sach mey I am unable to be without you Raaghav. I am feeling scared that somebody is taking you away from me... I know you have a month more I know it is important but I am unable to hold myself...I am so sorry!!! I know you cannot hear me... But I want you back Raaghav...

Raaghav please come back to me... I love you too much she cried...and slept on the phone...

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So... she asked him...So you left everything and came... why didn't you tell me. You are very bad, how can you leave the course like that and come... what will kaaka think? How will we manage the business norm...what will happen to the new process? Is it the way you behave... on on on went the Gyandevi...

Arey Maidam... He said... arey listen to me... arey... he just held her close to him tight, holding her cheeks and just placed his lips on hers...kissing her, rubbing her back...drawing her close to him... hmmm ... she sublimed... Looking into his eyes... Drawing her lips...

Budda she said...

I come all the way running and you are going on and on like an All India Radio...

Pulling her close, lifting her chin.. after listening to my Queen's cry, how can I be in that Queen's Land. Spoke to the Course people, they said the main course is completed and the next one month was only training and as we are having our own plantation, they said I don't need training and that I can follow the CD that they have given and call them for any trouble shooting online...

So spoke to Kaaka who sent my tickets... told him to keep it as a surprise... caught the next flight waving good bye to Buckingham palace to come to my Palace to meet my Queen...

He looked at her... holding her... Maidam... he was tearing himself. I too cannot be away from you. I went because you told me... I was finding it very very hard there.. I cannot live without you...

She hugged him and said Raaghav please please donot leave me hereafter. Crying into his chest. Hugging him close...

He said I will never ever leave you for when I left from here I left my soul here so was not living there but breathing there.

I love you Maidam he said...

I missed you too much they said to each other... Kissing deeply...

She said Budda never leave me!!!

Yes Maidam, I will never leave you!!! Crushing her more... Shall we he asked lusting!!!

Yesss... pushing him away...lets go bring the boys she said winking wickedly!!!

Hmm Maidammm...

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Dadddyyy came the boys running looking at the Rover... the girls had come to pick them up...the boys jumped on to his biceps for a swirl saying our daddy strongest!!!...

They were back at the mansion, Raaghav went to the plantation to meet Kaaka who was extremely happy that process could be implemented without any glitch. Chakor called Kaaka and thanked him..

The boys were so overwhelmed with their gifts and Ar hugged Raaghav and said daddy I love you, was it too cold there in London, hope it did not affect you much. He went close to his ears and said something. Raaghav felt very emotional, kissed him and said promise my son... Chakor was watching it...

The family was in their Master bedroom which was huge on the top floor...

Raaghav was in the centre of the bed while the boys were in his sides hugging him asking him various questions about London and the roses both were on him sitting on his stomach and kissing his face smiling giggling playing with their soft toys... While the Queen was looking at this bliss sitting beside them on the bed...She was thanking all the gods to guard this happiness of her family...

She was looking at him with all smiles... he looked at her asking her to come closer... she came closer sitting on the head of the bed, placing Raaghav's head on her lap... kissed the boys and the girls and him on his forehead...

It was a happy night... the boys slept on him and he carried them to their rooms kissing them goodnight... Placed the girls in their mini beds in their bedrooms...

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They both went to the balcony sat on the diwan, she was resting her head on his chest, closing their eyes to enjoy the tranquility...

What did Ar say... she asked him... he said , Not to leave you all again and especially not his mumma...

He was priding holding his Queen, snaking through her waist, holding her tight and kissing her nape...

Thank you Raaghav she said...

He smiled ... Thanks should not be told by words...

Haan then how should I say she asked turning around garlanding his neck very innocently, knowing her man was lusting...

Hmmm, he lifted her holding her close to him eyes to eyes...

Placing her on the bed... kneeling beside. Eyes lusting... I will demonstrate you how to say thank you...

hhhmm..she looked at him...

Switching off the lights... pressing their bedheadrest button to pull the curtains around...and with those special dimmer lights from above it was warming more...

In a jiffy he threw away his T and scooped her tops out. she jerked...

She blushed... His adrenaline rushed... Buddaaa!!! She could not hear her own voice as her heart was fast beating... Am I ? he asked going near to her ears...You are so dam beautiful and I missed you way too much he said brushing his lips over her neck.. teasing her a bit.. he asked am I budda? subliming in his hold she said no, My handsometa.. that made him more craving...cupping her face kissing her eyes.. he said... how can you even think that someone can take me away from you... she teared.. yes Raaghav but I was way too scared...holding him tight... going into his chest and kissing him there. I promise he said I will never leave you for I will live with you and die with you...he kissed her forehead...

Kneeling beside turning her to his side... He raised a bit, pulling her up towards him... starting his demo... he invaded her mouth tilting her head with his left and holding her back with his right...and she was surprised... He was not smooth but dominating... this is something new...her eyes were closing while his tongue was taking full control of hers. She was holding on to his head for support...

Her body was heating up terribly... she saw his eyes which was full of lust, passion and desire, red and dark...

His wanting was evident. His torso was squeezing her hard, hands brushing her back till down. She felt eclectic... She has not seen so much of desire in his eyes... She soon realized that the poet this time is not going to write a melody or a meloncholony but going to be Rustic and she was wanting it... something new... she wanted him to love her in his way... Not the usual way where her comfort was his priority. This was electric, eclectic...

The distance and the missing was making him go crazy about her and that phone call made him proud that his maidam wants him, loves him, crazily, madly and he felt happy about it...which was making him kiss harder, deeper...

She was wanting breath but she did not push him for she allowed him to love her his way. He realized it and slowly brought her down... placing her on the bed..she was heaving heavily with that passion of his... Eyes straight into hers..looking at her. His voice so hoarse and aroused... I love you, love you loads loads Maidam he said...kissing, sucking and biting her upper parts...while his other hand was creating havoc circling her belly button...she was in ecstasy... I love you too Raaghav she said... Is it hurting you..he asked... she placed her lips on his and eyes half closed... Nooo... have me in your way... she was liking this aggressiveness.

He smiled at her with lust... How is my sample demo he asked very seductively.. . Rustic...My Rowdy... she said...but..she tried to say something... he closed her in getting into his next action...saying...don't worry for this Rustic Rowdy has made preparations to be responsible too... Winking, kissing her harder...turning her around the ways he wanted to...and she was yielding into his ways ... I know how to handle our MOODS..😉

For sure the Rowdy was writing his new poetry but this time it is not a melody or melancholy but rustic, spicy with responsibility..😃.

The curtains were completely closed around...😳

All I could hear was their moans and kisses...as things was becoming too hawtie 😉 as his naughty and her sweety were indeed playing dirty... It was fire, passion, the missing taking over them...he was devouring her in his love...passion..

Distance makes love more stronger, harder more and more... Let them sublime in that...

(He was way too happy, feeling proud of him as he realized that his love has overwritten her past love for he vowed himself to give all the happiness in life that she deserves... He promised to himself... I will never ever leave you Maidam for you are my life...I have no life without you...)

Tan tan tannn.

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The Eagle...Goal... Finish Line... Still his birdie is cutiepie...

PART I

PEPPING

It was a day after the exams...

Arjun was very very upset, he was completely disheartened... tears ebbing..

AAyansh was feeling sad for him but...

If only mummy was there, you could have won AA said..

Hmm... but mumma is right... She has too much to take care of.

She prepares everything for us, does not allow even Mausi to do, she takes care of AdAn...

We should not trouble her, but Aa I want mumma beside me Ar said for when she is there I feel I can win the world!!!.. but...

Ar who was a good sprinter apparently was winning the heats but when Rohan his classmate runs with him, he invariably comes second... not that Rohan is a good runner but Ar paces slows... and he is just unable to understand it...

Why don't you tell mumma said Aa.. No, when principal sir asked her to join back to coach she refused stating she has to take care of the roses... I don't want to tell her this, she will feel bad but we know how much she is busy taking care of home, sometimes going to the plantation and also taking care of AdAn who are just one and half years old now and just now daddy has come back from London so she needs to help him with the plantation work too.

But... Aayansh you will not tell anything said Arjun...

Hmmm within himself was telling bhai I cannot see you fail... Who can help through to mumma to get back to coaching but for our Raghav babu... Smiled himself...

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After the roses were born, it was hands-full for Chakor, though there were people at the Mansion but certain things she wanted to do by herself.

Preparing food for the boys, meeting them at the lunch time and going to plantation to give lunch to Raaghav and Kaaka and back to take care of the little ones. It was tiring but she did not want to compromise on anything.

Even Mr. Rathod wanted her to coach for certain specific interschool competitions still she politely refused but would go to attend any specific events as a mark of respect.

She could not get back to her fitness regime too...

She would follow the races on the TV though...

Aa knew his mumma well as those eyes would shine bright looking at the races.

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It was Sunday morning normally the whole Mansion would wake up late as that was indeed the time off day...

Raaghav would be blissing himself cuddling his maidam and she would be in her peaceful sleep with his warmth around.. Even a slight jerk, he would pull her closer to him..she will be mostly inside him... they would be in the warmth of each other till the roses wake up... But the roses too know that their mumma need that rest...

But that day it was unusual it was around 5 am. The room was bit cold... Raaghav woke up and realized the window was open and it was quite cold... He saw her sleeping so calmly with a smile, she was looking so cute... he kissed her very pleasantly not disturbing her to wake up and went to the window. While he was about to close he found the Mansion garden lights were on... He saw Arjun jogging around and Aa was half asleep but was with his bro... He was surprised. Closing the window and leaving his cuties sleeping slowly closed his room and walked down to the garden

He came smiling to his cubs, my Lions what are you doing early in a Sunday morning. Hugging them, kissing them, worried that the chillness may affect them.. touching their heads..

They both wished him and said sorry daddy but we did not make any noise to wake you up... Raaghav asked did you both have anything??? No daddy Ar wanted to practice so we just came to the garden...

He went inside and came back with biscuits and hot chocolate as mumma hen doesnot like her cubs to drink tea or coffee at this young age. They sat together in their garden coffee table.

Looking at Ar he asked young man what's it... you look dull? Any problem.. Nothing said Ar.. but Aa said daddy, problem tho hai!!! He told about Arjun's dilemma and how he wants mumma's guidance but did not want to trouble her...Arjun hugged Raaghav, daddy I feel so bad that I am winning the heats but with Rohan my pace is slowing down... I sprint well but not able to understand. He said the D day is next month but in between there are few more races which will be conducted .. Raaghav hugged them both and said don't worry I will take care...

Kissed them both... Took them to their room and went back...

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He went back to see the roses still sleeping they have indeed grown big and cute but his queen won the cuteness award in pouting and sleeping while she shook and was moving her hands over the bed missing her warmth.. He smiled and went into the quilt going close and hugging her... turning towards him smiling with eyes closed hugged him... he hugged slowly moving through her waist, his eyes thinking... she opened and kissed him good morning... have the girls woken? She asked .. he did not respond .. she looked at him and asked.. What Raaghav what are you thinking...

He was just brushing his hands over her and her waist... your arms are way too soft he said .. hmmm I know she said, and even my waist is too big na... no curves na I know... I am not any more looking so good...I do not find time to start my fitness too... sorry... he kissed her closing her mouth. Not a word about my maidam or about her figure... pushing her strands which was coming his way. Snaking his hands through her tops sending chills to her spine..pulling her closer...You are the most beautiful and sexiest person who make me go crazy and mad... Why do you think you cant start your fitness... get back to your passion.. lets share the work to take care of the girls... we have good staffs and mausi to take care... you are exerting yourself...

No Raaghav but ... he cupped her face... I know how much you enjoy your running...and how much you are being sought after for coaching... even principal wants you, Mr. Rathod wants you... and I see how you glow seeing the races on the TV.. My Queen I don't want the eagle to be caged as a little birdie, please ...get back to your ground... I want back my strong maidam.. who train those young ones to win...Get back for your cubs want you too!! The boys want me...she was surprised... why didn't they say... He said they don't want to trouble their mumma as they love their roses...

It will be bit difficult as I have taken a break... She said waking up... he pulled her down closer looking at her wickedly... the roses have not yet woken up so its Rowdy and his birdie's time kissing her harder...crushing her... Budda always looking for the moment!!! Kissing him back on his chest...but not long for the roses woke up... smiling at them both got up...

she woke up to a new beginning after an interim break...

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Chakor had taken the girls for their regular check up with the boys... Raaghav went out as he had some work along with Kaaka. It was in the evening and there was a big van which came to the Mansion. The items were unloaded... a part of the ground was made into a play area for the roses...neatly laid down grass carpet with a big yawning erected. A small swing, merry go round, see- saw, small tricycle was placed there.

One of the rooms in the mansion in the ground floor was remodeled into a personal gym... with a treadmill, cardio machines and other necessary machineries.

Ground tracks behind the mansion were marked and the soil was layered...

Chakor and the kids came back and were in awe. Raaghav are you a magician she asked. He said my maidam has that wand he winked... All set for my birdie to become the eagle...The girls were jumping looking at their play area excited. There were two ladies who are the wives of the workmen who willingly told Raaghav that they will baby sit the girls along with Girija and the other staffs.

Aa hugged Raaghav and said daddy I know you will take care. Anything for my lions he said.

Ar ran to mumma when she said that she is getting back to school for coaching. She kissed Ar and said, I am always for my sons first... why didn't you tell me that you need my help... So you love daddy more...pouting with false anger. Both came running to her hugging her tight crying, kissing her...Mummy no sorry, we know you are too busy with Aditi and Ananya and you help daddy and take care of us too.. she hugged them and kissed them back.

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She got a health clearance from the gynae and went inside the family gym. Her track suit with sneakers were there along with for him too... He said instead of going to my gym I can do my workouts here with my Maidam he winked. Chup she said...

Arjun was excited for now he was sure he will win not only the heats but the finals too.

The next day Chakor went to the school and gave her consent to join back but on flexi hours and the Principal was way too happy but for one person!!!!

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Competition is healthy but not hatred and enmity in the field of sports!!

Can that be nurtured? That too at a young age??

PART II

PLACID

Raaghav and the boys were happy that things were falling in place and Chakor was working out her schedule with Girija, the other mansion staff and with the baby sitters.

The next day Chakor went to the school and gave her consent to join back but on flexi hours and the Principal was way too happy!!!! She asked for a weeks time to join as she wanted to get on to her fitness which was a bit difficult now, but Raaghav was supporting her and helping her out.

While the academics side is closed after the examinations, the school admin was working on the events of the sports day which was scheduled for next month and the other events were being conducted through the week.

The staff and the teachers were very happy to note that Chakor is back to coaching but Rohan and his friend Lalit were not too happy but pretended to be. Chakor said she will chart a schedule for all the children who were taking part in the various events.

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Getting back to fitness was not so easy as due to her post delivery of the twins her physic was bit rigid. But she was determined to work around quick but it was not as she expected.

She wanted the boys to join swimming early morning as that was very warming up so the boys would go to the swimming pool which was in the plantation along with Ramu Kaaka who would escort the kids to the pool.

The first of the session was not so easy for Chakor. It was really tiring... She was not flexible enough. She was bit upset as she did not anticipate. She could not do the basic stretching too and got tired within minutes. Tears were ebbing...

Walked in Raaghav with an energy drink in his tracks and sleeveless T...

How is it going he asked offering her the drink!!

Not too great Raaghav I think its not as easy I thought... She was feeling a bit low.

Hmmm not to worry, giving her the drink, he went to the corner of the room and he fixed a hammock made of ropes attached to the ceiling with an exercise ball.

He played a soft music... Kissing her on her forehead, held her hands and very soothingly swirled her around and brought her to the corner. He was trying to kiss her which made her bend backwards holding his shoulders. He held her very softly holding her under the neck and supporting her back which made her do the back stretch pose... It eased as he was holding her... eyes on her locking, he slowly made her sit on the exercise ball holding both her bands... With the music, she was on the ball and the bounce was making her do the half down exercise... he slowly tilted her fully backwards leaning on the ball... slowly she was bending back with the support of the ball and he was holding her feet which was on the floor. Supporting her legs with his, he went over her and made her hold her hands under her head and rise above, she could do it with ease as the ball was supporting her and he was holding her too... In all this he did not move his eyes from hers and was placing soft kisses on her forehead and eyes to ease her. You are doing so great and beautifully he kept saying in her ears.

He held her and made her squat with her legs on both sides of the ball and press her legs against the ball which was flexing her calf muscles.. It was slowly relaxing and she was getting the grip and hang of it... She smiled... Raaghav this is really easy and relaxing... I never knew about the ball... He was making her stretch herself raising one leg while placing her other and he was balancing her too... He said I saw this in London and brought one for you but had packed it only today inflated. Thank you she smiled...He turned her towards the ball, making her press the ball with both her hands while balancing the feet on the floor and he then held her hands behind making her to press the ball with her chest to strengthen the shoulders.

He lay down to do his push ups making her lie on his back and it was easing her in stretching to do the push ups. It was already 45 minutes and they were sweating because of the work out and also of the constant body heat... He turned lay flat on his mat and made her lie down on him. She was sweating, in tracks, her T was stuck to her and lying on him was making her blush... He was in his track, sweating, his stuck T was revealing his well toned torso and as she was lying on him completely things were turning a bit hot too. He asked how is it , how was the stretching and naughtily asked how about a proper work out wiping her sweat with his towel which was on the mat and holding her tight, and slightly pushing her into him as she was on him... She smiled thanking him saying no work out girk out... lets get out as the boys will be coming and the roses would have woken up.. He smiled saying Sure Maidam but the trainer needs his fees. Acha she smiled .. looking into his eyes ... Kissing him subtly on his lips and getting up.

He then carried her as that was his weight lifting for his biceps and placed her in the hammock in which he made her do her simple twist exercises. She was amazed and wondered how he made her feel at ease and she was feeling flexible too. He said do this for another two days and then she can get on with the gym machineries. They had a good hour of stretching. Thank you Raaghav she said wiping his sweat... Need to bathe now, Shall we! He winked... Keep quiet! she pinched... It was sweet, lovely, though their biological needs were aroused but not all needs lead to lust... They got ready for the next as the boys were returning from their classes and the roses were up and both were playing with Raaghav climbing on his chest. He was playing with them while Chakor brought milk and he was feeding both while Chakor went to take care of the boys.

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Chakor kissed the girls waved them bye and went with the boys to the school.

Raaghav was with the girls and when the baby sitters came he told Girija and went to the Plantation.

The processing was starting and he was busy in that .

Chakor along with the other staff and the PT master met the students who were taking part in the sports activities and was planning a schedule for them.

She was briefed and was also informed that the the sports uniform, shoes and socks were sponsored by a corporate firm which was also into Tea Plantation and was doing it as a part of their marketing strategy.

The students were very happy in seeing Chakor while Rohan and Lalit were not so happy but did not show anything.

She was getting the name list for the various races...

As she was charting out the exercise regime, the PT master along with the poen was walking towards the room which was having the items for the students.

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Not all sponsors are good!

Not all corporate practice good sports!

Corruption and hatred sometimes are reared in the young minds

Will righteousness succumb to hatred?

PART III

Pondering

Chakor along with the other staff and the PT master met the students who were taking part in the sports activities and was planning a schedule for them.

She was briefed and was also informed that the sports uniform, shoes and socks were sponsored by a corporate firm which was also into Tea Plantation and was doing it as a part of their marketing strategy.

The students were very happy in seeing Chakor while Rohan and Lalit were not so happy but did not show anything.

She was getting the name list for the various races...

As she was charting out the exercise regime, the PT master along with the peon was walking towards the room which was having the items for the students.

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The PT master and the peon Karnad were walking towards the room which was having the sports items.

They checked the items and took the uniforms for distribution while the shoes, socks were always given during the events and were taken back at the end of the day as the shoes were procured from a very leading brand and the sponsors felt that the students will not be taking care of the shoes as they were too young and the sports shoes were indeed costly and had ways of maintenance.

Karnad was the poen but a little greedy (he was the one who helped Kishore in helping the boys details). He was entrusted to give the shoes and socks which were kept in boxes with names and roll numbers written on it during the sports event and taken back after the event.

The sponsors were the Laal Plantations which were competitors in the domestic market but was always into heavy advertisings and marketing and was always sponsoring sports activities be it at school levels or interschool and district levels or even at the highest level.

They were also active in the Board meetings but Hira Laal the Founder was always eyeing Rishab Plantations as inspite of their heavy advertisings, brand ambassadors etc they were not able to be the No.1. There were union issues too within their plant as their workers were always comparing their salaries and benefits with Rishabs which were always high above with satisfied employees and also very loyal though they never were into high advertising but were always high in their quality. Shyam Laal & Raaghav never believed in getting ambassadors and high cost advt as he and Raaghav felt their quality of products should bring in the customer base but were actively participating in social service related activities and was giving back to the society through their lodges and also taking care of certain educational and social welfare activities. They never approached young children to advertise their brands.

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Rohan and Lalit were in the same class of Arjun and Aayansh. Rohan always was bit snobbish and always wanted to compete with Arjun be it in studies or sports. Ar and Aa always stood the toppers and were always the teacher's pet due to their discipline and behavior. Lalit was tagging behind Rohan as he was from a rich family and his father was also having businesses. Lalit was typical that bratty type and Aayansh never liked Rohan and Lalit as he felt they played behind games. Even when Rohan talks or asks any doubts in any subjects Arjun would help him and clear doubts while Aayansh never liked. Rohan would take help and tips from Ar and pretends as though it was his.

Rohan sometimes acts rude with the other students especially with Ria who is a cute friend of the boys and Arjun has even picked his collar as he spoke lie and grabbed her water bottle. Arjun was a fair one but never tolerated any lies and never feared anyone if they are wrong but otherwise he was very brilliant, smart and helpful. He was into sports while AA was into sketching, painting, and singing, but one thing the bros never left to cheer each other.

Chakor drafted the exercise regime of the children and she was helping them in with their sprints.

She was indeed surprised that the Laal Plantations were giving the uniforms but taking away the shoes and socks after the track events. She was told that the sponsors had been sponsoring for past five years but never used to take the shoes and socks. The shoes, socks were of same colour from a good brand.

The boys and girls were practicing their warm ups before the start of the race. Aayansh would not participate much but was always with his bro to cheer him and help him with his needs and in his words, "I just don't want these two near Ar.

It was one of the days where the heats of the various races were held.

Arjun had come first in 5 out of 7 races ( in the heats) two races Rohan won it. There was three more heats, a semi final and finals for the 100 mts and 200 mts and 400 mts sprints.

Arjun with other boys were ready in their uniforms and were standing in their markings when Karnad brought their shoes and socks. Lalit brought over Ar. Aa was asking as to why Lalit was bringing while Karnad was there. Lalit said he was helping Karnad as he cannot carry all the shoes.

Chakor encouraged the boys at the markings and moved away after wishing good luck to them. 100mts race Rohan was not there as he had been qualified for the semi through an earlier heat. It has to be noted that Ar and Rohan were indeed ace runners but Ar pace was far head

The PT master blew the whistle and the race took place. Arjun just sweeped it and qualified for the semi finals. Chakor was very happy and ran and hugged him.

The next was the 200 mts final heats. Arjun and Rohan were in the markings. The boys warmed up. Given the socks and the shoes. The race started... Arjun was leading while Rohan was behind him... things were going fine, when Arjun's pace slowed a bit and by the time he could stabilize and pick up Rohan went past and finished the race. Arjun was terribly upset and chakor who was noticing this was surprised. Though Ar and Ro were qualified for the finals still Arjun could not understand why he slowed down. He was upset. The socks and shoes were collected back and the day was over... The next races were scheduled in the next two days.

Chakor picked the boys and was driving back home while Ar was very quiet and was in tears. Its ok Arjun its just heats and it happens Chakor said we should be a sport as winning and losing is common in sports. But mumma you are right I know its common but how is that I pace slow when I run with Rohan but in the other races I am ahead. I feel so demotivated ma.. She said maybe Rohan is faster... but she had her own thoughts but kept quiet. Ma I don't like Rohan or that Lalit said Aa... No AA that's not right, donot water hatred in your young minds she said. Sorry mumma said Aa.

The girls were jumping to see the bro but Ar was so upset that he did not play fine with Ad and that little rose was looking upto him pouting cutely. Ar kissed Ad and went to their room with tears.

Chakor changed and had lunch. She asked about the boys but Girija said they did not come. She was thinking through. She went to the boys room.

Aa was trying to console Ar... Hugging him its ok bro... its not ok Aa, how can I fail in a simple heat I am not going to participate day after tomorrow he said. Chakor walked in she carried their lunch... mumma I am not feeling hungry Ar said, Aa pouting cute, bro I am dam hungry please lets eat he said. Chakor just hugged Ar and was feeding both Ar never give up so easily. Its sports, winning in one race and loosing in another is common, but as you say let me see why it is happening... in the evening lets sprint and check out. And you are a brave bold one, why do you think you will be defeated, you will loose, never think you will loose, you have to aim high, set your eyes on the finish line and your thought should be only reaching the finish line albeit whatever trouble you are put through. Sometimes our minds get tuned to when certain things happen frequently but if we win over that we will emerge winner. And you are OUR SON, my smarto intelligent mature one. Lets deal with it I am there not to worry, you will not be a looser. Ar smiled, he was happy... Wiped his tears yes mumma I am your son will never let you and daddy down. We shall see in the evening he said, kissing her... Thank you ma... AA was so happy he gulped his food and was getting ready to nap a little!!!

Chakor walked to her room thinking... the roses were napping... She went through the sprinters pace record and found that Ar indeed was timing very well as against Ro but in the race with him he was indeed timing few seconds low... She closed her eyes thinking, playing through...

Chakor got a call from Rathod asking her to coach a sprinter Rati who will be participating in the National marathoning which was coming up in the next two months. Rati is good sprinter representing Himachal. Her nearest competitor was Neha. She accepted it.

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Chakor was with the boys at their mansion ground and she was clocking his pace. He was really good.. She asked him to run immediately without a time gap and still he maintained his pace. She was internally happy with his stamina but why is the lag and what is she missing to see?

Leaving the girls with the babysitter she went to school and the ground.

She checked the room which had the socks and the shoes and found all the boxes were marked with the participant's names. She went to the rack where fourth standards shoes were kept... She was surprised looking at something..

The sports ground was in the hilly side and the tracks had bushes beside them. She went through the tracks and checked around the bushes too.

She got a call from Rathod and was told that Rati will be meeting her tomorrow at the Sports Council in Shimla.

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Raaghav was very busy at the plantation as the processing had started with the new machines. The marketing team and the processing experts were with him and Shyam Laal. The marketing team also gave the information that Laal Plantations was sponsoring the sports events not of the school but also the next National marathoning too. Raaghav was surprised as why school as children at junior level donot drink tea. And with regards to national level he know they would as Laals would stoop to any level to be in the limelight. The night when Raaghav's car broke down had the nasty hands of Laals goons but Raaghav brushed it aside.

Chakor was calling him as it was late... He told her he will be there soon, smiling Kaaka said bitiya must be waiting without eating go soon Raaghav. He was proud and went by his car once Mohit assured him that the processing is going fine and he will oversee it.

Chakor was at the dining thinking through, when he walked in and back hugged her. What are you thinking so much he asked...hmm nothing... she said come fast for dinner...Yes Maidam...in a minute placed a subtle kiss on her temple and ran up to change.

They finished dinner and were in their room balcony resting on the diwan... So how was the day he asked resting her on him... how is your workout going on he asked... nuzzling her... Looks like you are going to make me go more crazy with those curves setting in...rubbing her waist.. Hmmm Raaghav .. she was in deep thought... He turned her around sitting beside... Maidam whats bothering? Arjun???? is he ok??? She said hmmm but something is fishy Raaghav, about what he asked... about these sponsors, etc etc... I found two boxes named Ar... but why??? One is his pair which is given to him for other races while there is one new pair and that is the one given when he runs with Rohan... But why?? It's the same brand and same size sneakers but??? Its afterall a school sports... who is this Rohan??? Whats his background... Raaghav asked: do you suspect something... anything harming our sons...His eyes was turning red... No I don't know I am unable to lay my finger but tomorrow is the final and I shall see to it...I have something in my mind but not sure if its that for sure... she went to her side table and switched on the laptop... Raaghav you go to bed I shall come in few minutes.

He looked at her... What she asked... He kissed her on her forehead... I am proud to see the eagle he said...thanks to you she said... But ... need my my own birdie too pouting cute...

Just few minutes she said... he kissed the roses... he missed their playtime as he was busy...

Changed into his T, got into the bed and was waiting for her looking at her surfing the laptop. He smiled for he knew she will not join him unless she finishes her last line...

He slept. Chakor smiled at the same time said Ar, na you will not fail in anything... You will reach the finish line... looking at the laptop.

The birdie sneaked into the quilt getting the warmth from her Lion and he cuddled her close tight to him and she went inside him...smiling, kissing her goodnight... I love you into her ears... eyes closed.

It was in the middle of the night, Aditi was wriggling waking up, he quickly got up placing chakor beside very slowly and went and picked his rose, aditi what happened, did you do wee, aawwh dadda awwhhh she was kissing him with her sweet little lips, feeling happy seeing daddy... he changed her diapher, took her to the balcony so that Chakor is not disturbed, showed her the moon, gave her some water and was cradling her on his chest walking down the room... Chakor was wriggling... he smiled... you cannot sleep without my warmth... he went to the bed, made aditi lay on his wide toned chest who was happily sleeping with her legs on both sides with a smile, Chakor raised to on his shoulders with eyes closed he was patting the child on his chest while soothing and hugging the child beside him. He was bewildered as who was looking cuter, the one who he cradled or the one who cradled him...

Both were in sweet slumber... the happy family slept on the bed...

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Yes mumma, will do said Aa... Walked behind Lalit and Karnad...

It was a stone from the catapault from the bushes...

Missed the target and hit hard...

Thud and rolled ... he stopped turned back.

She was shocked ...

Young minds corrupted for marketing??? Is it good???...

PART IV

Pressures

The family was up and active, the boys were off to the swimming, Raaghav was busy taking care of the girls, both the princesses were literally on him, licking biting his cheeks as they missed him during their play time...dadda dadda non stop... he took them to their play and was making them play the merry go round... Chakor went for preparing for the boys and to her workouts. She was doing perfectly fine and infact was loosing those flabs and getting her tones fine along. She came back, fed the girls alongwith Raaghav and was getting ready for that day's races as it was the last day of the heats in the morning with the finals post noon.

Ar and Aa were at the dining. Raaghav and Chakor joined them while the girls were with Girija and the baby sitters in their play area after pecking their bros. Raaghav kissed the boys, hugged Ar, how are you young man he asked... Ar hugged ... thank you daddy for everything but daddy if you have time can you come during the semi finals please he asked. Raaghav knows his boy needs him... Chakor smiled as she knows Ar just dotes upon and needs his daddy. The boys were ready, sought the blessings going to the Pooja room and from Girija and Raamu kaaka. Shyaam Laal stayed in the plantation along with Mohit. He called and wished good luck to Ar.

Chakor kissed her roses, waved them bye. Raaghav kissed the boys and his Queen in the forehead... Aa was hugging mummy after kissing her on her eyes... Arey lalla shuru kardiya mera biwi ko line maarney ko came Raaghav. Naughty AA was running saying what to do Raaghav babu, mummy is becoming more beautiful now... Chakor was in all smiles and was kissing her laadla... her face was blushing as Raaghav was winking at her.

Accha take care and all the best he said waving to them...He went in his car to the plantation..

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They were early to school. None had come. Ar went for his warm up, while Chakor went to the office and to the room where the shoes and socks were kept. She took the keys from the office and opened. She quickly saw the boxes which had the marking as Ar. Only Arjun had two boxes while the others had only one. She looked at the new box, took the shoes and looked through it carefully completely and kept it back in the same place. The boxes were very identical but one had the used one while the other had the sparingly used though looked very similar.

She came out locked the room gave the keys and called Aa who was with Ar and spoke to him. He listened to her carefully couldn't understand much but told her Yes mumma will do as you said...

Careful Aa said Chakor. She got a call from Raaghav.

The children were coming and the ground was becoming vibrant.

Karnad and Lalit were carrying the shoes and socks. It was the initial heat for 200 mts and only Arjun was in the race with others... He won it with ease.

The next one was the last heat but in this Arjun and Rohan were together and it was 400 mtrs. Ar looked at Chakor who just lifted her thumb and pressed her heart. He nodded. The boys were given few sprint exercises so their shoes were removed. They were warming up and were getting ready. Lalit brought the box with the shoes that was used sparingly for Ar.. while the other box was behind him. Aa called lalit saying there is something crawling in his back. Lalit jittered and dropped the box while looking back and Aa quickly changed the box which was similar, though he did not know why mummy wanted him to change the box... but he did it. . The boys were on their marks and the gun was shot. Arjun and Rohan were running fine and Ar was pacing fast. He looked at Chakor who showed her thumsup. He ran fast and Rohan was looking at Ar with surprise who was pacing before him. Arjun finished first much to the dismay of Rohan.. The announcement was made that Arjun was leading in all the heats... (How is this possible shouted the man angrily when was called and told by the poen Karnad... He was in his office aged around 65...it just cannot happen. Use the plan B in the semifinals if this does not work.. he said). Arjun ran to Chakor... mummaa, she said just focus and give your best she said smiling...

In the semifinals along with Rohan there were in total 8 boys. The boys were taken to the track which was near the bushes as the semi finals and the finals were played there on fresh tracks. Ar was looking out for Raaghav in the crowd. Aa wished the boys best and moved aside when he saw Lalit hiding behind the bushes... he wanted to call Chakor but by that time the gun was shot for the first semi finals. Ar and Ro were running fine and Ar was pacing fast. He looked at Chakor who pointed her fingers to the finish line. He ran fast and Rohan was looking at Ar with surprise who was pacing before him. There were many bushes in a row... Aa was hiding and going behind Lalit, he saw Lalit with his catapault aiming at the tracks at Ar who was pacing fast. Aa reaslied what it was and he quickly caught hold of Lalit and was trying to pull his hand. As the crowd was shouting and cheering, none noticed the boys behind the bush. What are you doing he asked Lalit... holding him by his back and pulling his hand... by that time Lalit released the catapault and the sharp stone flew towards the track. Noo he shouted looking at Ar... bhaaai... it was not heard... The stone flew ... Arjun noticed Raaghav cheering in the crowd , turned his face right towards Raaghav and thus the stone flew past him and hit behind. Aaahhh there was a shriek and thud a noise... Rohan held his temple and rolled down... the other runners who were coming behind him got tripped and fell on him only to get up and start running. The whole crowd was shocked. Ar heard the noise and turned back while still running... He saw Rohan fallen down and shrieking in pain while there was blood in his face. Chakor was shocked...

Before she could run... Ar stopped ran back to Rohan... Lifted him, put his hands around his shoulders hugged his waist and made him run slowly with him... the other boys ran past but he never left Rohan, Chakor indeed smiled, felt proud... the PT master and the other staff quickly ran to take Rohan...He was bleeding, The whole crowd cheered for Ar. He came behind... He did loose in the semi finals but he won everyone's heart there... Rohan was quickly taken to the first aid room and then to the nursing home nearby.

Aa brought Lalit and said he hit with the catapault. The Principal was shocked... Lalit lied stating that he did not aim but was playing by... He could not look at Chakor who was looking straight into his eyes.

Raaghav came running as he was shocked, just lifted Ar and hugged him tight... are you ok, the stone would have hit you... Did you get bruised... He was just jittering, looking at Ar all over and kissing him. No daddy I am fine, but for you I would have got hurt he said... Hugging him... there was bit of chaos and the Principal suspended the games events and said that rest of the games will be conducted the next day... the staff appreciated Arjun...

He said Mummy sorry I lost the semifinals I could not run to the line seeing Rohan hurt. Chakor hugged him kissed Arjun, you have made me so so proud mera beta she said... But you did run fast she said.. Chakor kissed Aa you did great she said... but mummy... lets go home she said not to talk anything now... She looked at Raaghav who brought the Rover.

Ar was hugging Raaghav, daddy if you had not come, I would not have turned... but why was Lalit there?? Chakor hugged Aa and said softly... thank you my dear... you did perfect... Donot tell anything to Ar now she said. Yes mummy... but that lalit...fisting himself. Its ok its ok I will speak to him she said. Aa hugged Ar holding him tight, bro thank god you did not get hurt. I am fine he said to AA... I want to go home fast... did not play with Aditi... have to say sorry to her...

Raaghav was visibly shaken, Chakor placed her hands on him... we shall talk she said... But mummy!!! Ar exclaimed aloud... I did not slow my pace during the heat with Rohan and in the semifinals too... You are right... If we win our thoughts we can achieve our goal.. thank you mummy he said. Chakor was thinking... Raaghav was looking at her who was in her thoughts.

She got a call from the Sports council that Rati was waiting for her... she got dropped at the council and asked Raaghav to take the boys home... He asked her to wait while he will come back to pick her...

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The boys were so happy ... Daddy they hugged him... thank you daddy for making mummy get back to the coaching... He patted them.. Yes the Eagle is back!!! He made the boys have lunch along with the girls who were jumping at their Princes.. Ar just kept saying sorry to Aditi and kissing her and playing with both the princesses...

Girija said beta khaana when Raaghav packed his and Chakor's lunch and set to the sports council. He asked Raamu kaka to carry the lunch to Shyaam Lal and Mohit as both were working through the night.

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Rati, a sweet girl in her late 20s from a middle class family who had passion to run and also she wanted to participate as she wanted money to save her brother who was sick and needing medical attention. She had participated in district level races but this was the first time she is into national level. She felt eclectic when she was told that Chakor is her coach. Her mom and bro were in the village. Chakor said she can stay in Rishab lodge till the marathoning. They had a good brief. Rati's name was entered late as she did not want to participate initially as she did not have the means. But with the need for money she wanted to participate. Her pace record was indeed very good.

Chakor was happy that there was someone from a remote village and reminisced her marathoning days...

Didi, I have to win this race for my brother... please help me she said... Chakor took personal responsibility of taking care of her diet and workout regime to save her on those cost.

Raaghav came to the council and both left together ... He stopped at a park...

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Fumed Hira Laal, how can this happen... This boy's father had accepted and taken money so when Rohan wins he will give his credit of win saying it was due to Laal's special tea for the children which boosts immunity and stamina...and thus can enter the children's market. . But how can this happen he fumed. All my efforts will go futile... he called Karnad and Rohan's father... they both were scared. The father had tried to cash in and add fuel to Rohan's jealousness and enmity with Arjun. He was told that he will win though Rohan was not aware of what was going behind dirty. Tell your son he has to run the finals even it hurts him... I don't care he shouted.

He turned to Karnad how is it possible!! How did he pace?? Did the PT master do anything he asked. I don't know saab PT master doesnot know about the box. Haan saab I forgot to tell about Chakor mam she is the Coach. Whaaat he shouted. Why didn't you tell me?? This is not going to be easy he thumped the table... Get out he said be careful with the finals he shouted. He got a call from his marketing team about Rati whose name has been entered in the marathoning list recently. How?? Why???

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RagKor were having their lunch...parking their Rover beside

Raaghav was feeding her and eating himself while Chakor was seeing the shoes which was sparingly used. Aa had quickly given it to Ria asking her to keep within her bag...She gave it to Raaghav in the ground and told uncle keep it in your car quickly. Cutely opening her eyes wide... nobody should see. Aayansh gave it to me... she ran away giving it to Raaghav, to her other friends.

Maidam...he snapped

Thanks Raaghav that you managed to find that Hira Laal is playing cheap with sponsoring advt. How can they play with school kids fueling their innocent dislikes into hatred and enmity.

I will strangle him for that he was raging.. and tell me what's in this shoes, I cannot see any difference. She explained and his eyes was wide opened..

Raaghav, any sneakers for the runners has to be sturdy but light and the sole which has the seam settles while running and does not move. If the seams are even a little mm thick and cut not accurately, it creates slight discomfort but will not hurt but the pace slows down a bit. For a sprinter every sec matters so a loss of few seconds in the speed affects the speed and also the morale of the runner. Once the sneakers settles well with your pace it airs well and maintains your pace.

She showed the shoe which was sparingly used and the seams (stitches) were quite thick as against the normal thickness and the sole was not cut accurate but had a gap inside which will hurt the heel. But, if the same shoes are used regularly, the feet will get used to it and there would not be any discomfort. But, cleverly Arjun was made to change his shoes within minutes which indeed affects the speed as it take time for the feet and the heel to settle.

Raaghav was amazed... he just could not believe that such a small thing will affect so much...

But maidam how can Rohan and Lalit do this. No Raaghav I doubt if they know about it.. I am sure the boys will not know but just their jealous is being fueled by the elders for their cheap benefits. We shall give the shoes to the sports council for a quality test and keep the report.

But if they search for the shoes?? Asked Raaghav. They will not and even if they they cannot spell it out as it's the loss from thief's property and cannot be shout aloud. But we need to be careful.

I don't know if this Laal has played dirty with the National marathoning too...

Hmmm I shall keep a watch said Raaghav...

Feeding her the last morsel... Maidam maanna padey, kamaal hai thu bey!!! Itni samajdaar.. ekbaar sach saamne aaney dho phir maarunga mera beta ko thakleef dhenekeliye...woh Hira ko theer maarunga!!!

Kuch nahi karongi thu... she said pointing her fingers... teek hai maidam he smirked holding his ears.

But Raaghav I am worried about the finals... she said... He knew what to be done...

Waise bi thank you for bringing food I was too hungry... She smiled side hugging him. Chalo lets go home I need to start the work outs for Rati... I should speak to Rathod sir.. she was on and on while he was smiling driving back to the Mansion but thinking for the next day too..

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Aa was restless as he does not hide anything to Ar but about the catapault and shoes mummy has told him not to tell anything to Ar till the finals are over.

In the late evening, Chakor was working out when Aa came there. Ar was resting surfing the net while the roses were playing...

Mummy... tell me why you wanted to take the box and also mummy I am angry with Lalit he said...

She said Aa as we grow we want what others want too but we should work for it and not cheat others, as children you will have likes, dislikes, being friendly or not but those should not be made to grow into hatred and enmity. Certain people do things base on situations they are in. So Lalit would have done this for his friend Rohan. He would have felt bad now. So lets wait and see. Don't tell anything to Ar as good things and deeds should be shared while bad things should not be shared as it will develop hatred in our hearts. You did great by holding Lalit and also not telling it to Arjun. I am proud of you my son she said... hmm. Ok mummy may be they both would feel bad and true as you say, Rohan and Lalit thought bad for bhaai and see god indeed punished them. What you sow so you reap. Sabaash mera beta walked in Raaghav in his tracks and sleeveless T hearing their conversation.. He hugged Aa and said go play with Ananya she is searching for you, while I do a bit of workout with mumma and come...looking at her...ok daddy Aa ran to An..

You are shameless she said... Why? I said only workout in the gym...nothing else... keeping his face innocent.. How about the ball exercise he asked pulling her closer.. she said no need I have worked enough you do your stretches she said... I am tired.. hmm ok but you just rest here on the hammock while I do my treadmill and stretches he said. He went to do his treadmill and the rope pull exercise which was toning his biceps and shoulders. He was sweating too much... he removed his T and was doing his stretches... She was smiling looking at him and just could not move her eyes from his toned torso.. feeling her gaze he smiled and said hmm someone is flirting... there is time and you can join my stretches.. shut up she said blushing... his torso was shining with the focus lights and with sweat beads...she was looking at him from her hammock... he got up walked to the hammock and kissed her subtly on her nose lifting her. She was wiping his sweat from his face and his torso with her towel smiling/ turning red... He looked raising his eyebrows.

She smiled garlanding his neck mumbling ...what? he asked placing his ears near her mouth... brushing his ears she said handsometa!!! Lowering her eyes.. haanhaan that's an unexpected compliment he squeezed her.. put me down she said.. as they were coming out of the gym. He put her down, taking his T., pushing her to the wall, holding her waist, tell me something, why is that women hold themselves so much/ hesitate in expressing their desire, love, needs, is it wrong to express to their husbands??, while men do it and many times take their wives for granted even when they are not in their best of moods. That was an unexpected one... she was surprised and at the same time felt proud. Raaghav that's how the all ordinary women are taught right from the young age, men never even try to understand that and few gems like you may she said. He kissed her on her forehead and told as much as the husband has the right to admire his wife in all ways the wife should also admire her man and also express her willingness or refute if she is not in her best. She looked at him... tears were ebbing... she placed her head on his chest. He lifted her chin.. I am blessed to have a gem she said, so am I he said... You are not an ordinary woman and I don't want you to be too.. She kissed his chest.

After his shower they both had their dinner, kissed their Lions and their roses and went to bed... she was thinking... Hope the day tomorrow dawns well!! It will he said hugging her while she slept on his chest holding his hands... Ever since the start of coaching and his plantation processing they did not have a proper time for themselves but never missed to be in each other's warmth.

She slept while he was thinking...

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You have to run shouted the father... I cannot its hurting he cried.. You have to shouted the old man holding back the father...

He ran inspite of...

Dare do wrong with my son... He raged...

PART V

PATHOS - BUT WILL EAGLE FEAR?

The day dawned and dawned many ugly truths, facts.

The principal of the School was so shocked to realise about the happening. He was personally looking into all the events the next day. He was not aware of the ugly truth.

There was barricades along the tracks and the bushes were checked.

A high desk was placed on the side of the track which had a curve for the long sprints by the sponsors. This was not in the plan but the principal could not say anything as the money given to the school was huge and all the expenses of this event was taken care by them and he did not see any danger as it had only a huge metal board advertising the tea brand facing the east.

Karnad was checking the shoe box of all and found Ar box missing. He could not find it and asked Lalit who was not aware of it.. He did not know about similar box as he was asked to carry the box. On the day of the semifinal he was indeed very very upset and felt bad when Arjun helped Rohan and Chakor looked at him but did not scold or tell anything to him when she called him to her sports room. All she said to him was, Lalit I know you did this because you want your friend to win, but who asked you to do she asked, he said I don't know mam there was a chit in my bag saying me to hit Arjun and if I don't I will be beaten. I got scared.. Sorry mam, she said its ok but never do things which will hurt others and degrade yourself. You can go she said.

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The boys were getting ready for the final day... Ar kissed Raaghav... he left with Chakor to do a warm up, but before leaving he looked into Raagahav's eyes..

AA slowed looking at Raaghav, Whats it young man?

Daddy, Lalit tried to hurt Ar, I don't know why mummy asked me to change the shoes. I am getting scared daddy.. he hugged Raaghav...Will you come for the finals today. I know you have work but... I did not tell bhai anything..

He said I will be there at the right time. Wished them good luck and went their ways.

He drove thinking...Hira Laal how low can you stoop?? He called the plantation giving instructions.

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Rohan was crying... feeling ashamed... Hurt due to his act and also due to his injury. He said I cannot run today...

His father was there saying you have to run. I cannot he said its hurting. Walked in the old devil Hira Laal, held the father squeezing his arms looking at the boy.

You have to and you better win. You have no choice he said else I will hurt your father. He asked his man to take care of the father and he left to the sports council.

Rohan was taken to the school felt so embarrassed to see Ar. Ar asked how he was, that hurt him more. He said thanks I am fine...He could not see Chakor. She asked him why he is running inspite of his injury. I am ok mam but there were tears. She called Raaghav.

It was late morning and sunny...

Karnad couldnot find the shoes and he informed Hira Laal. He fumed in anger called his guys who were at the school.

Chakor was watchful. Aa was looking all sides as he was very worried for Ar. Ar was fine and fully focused as he did not have any idea of what was happening. He was looking at Chakor and the finish line. In all he had to win 4 races and 2 field events which he had already won to win the overall championship. Rohan was in 2 races with Ar and two with others and 2 field events. He was lagging behind in points but it was close.

The semifinals was nulled as there was injury and they had to run the finals.

It was the first finals they were on their marks when the gun was shot. Ar sprinted fast it was a cake finish for him. Rohan inspite of injury did well though his pace was slow.

It was the last finals with both Ar and Ro in it. They were on their marks when the men came to the sign boards. The race started it was 400 mts long sprint. The track curving at a point.

Ar was sprinting fine, pacing good with Ro behind, he had difficulty but his fear was making him sprint, but could not go faster. Chakor was watching it.. Ar was coming near the curve when his vision blurred something was flickering, he had to slow when Rohan picked pace, Ar heard a voice, Ar run ..close your eyes and run straight... raged the Lion opening Rover's window screeching halt and opening it. One jump and punched on the guy holding the sign board the board and the guy fell on the ground. Ar open and run he heard, Ar opened his eyes, he saw Rohan ahead but only few yards, he looked sideways saw the Rover, he ran, doubled his pace, ran fast, past Rohan, the crowd was cheering, AA was jumping... Raaghav was holding the guy in in his strong hands throttling him. Dare harm my son, maar dalenga tell me who sent you else I will not hesitate to run my rover over you and push you down the hills. His eyes was red, raging terribly. Tell me, He shouted. He quickly made a call to Govind.

The race was over, Arjun won it all, Rohan was crying in pain. The police saw Raaghav and ran to him holding the guy. Chakor ran and hugged Ar, I am proud of you she said. AA hugged him tight. Chakor quickly went to Rohan and was holding him. Raaghav came running, hugged Arjun and kissed him. He told Chakor to take care of the boys and Rohan too. He said Maidam you were right! As always!

She smiled. Rohan was crying terribly... he saw his father coming to him... papa... I am fine he said, Govind was beside him.

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When the sign boards were placed she felt it weird and called Raaghav who quickly got on to his Rover and called and checked with his marketing team who deals with signboards. He realized that metal ones are tilting ones and was placed purposely in the curves facing east as the metal side can be tilted towards the sun rays hence reflecting glare on the runner that is Arjun. the glare would blind the eyes, so he asked Ar to close the eyes and run straight and knowing his voice Ar just listened to him and when he saw the Rover he knew the Lion was there...

The guy spilled the truth that Rohan's father was being held and hence Raghav called Govind to go to Rohan's house alongwith his securities. By the time he reached the devil's man had left the father so that he is not picked upon. The sign boards guy did not know who told hims as he just acted upon. Though it was known that Laal was playing dirty still there was no proof.

The police took him into custody.

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Ar was extremely happy and so was AA, it was jubiliant celebration and Ar was awarded the overall championship. Rohan got the runner up. He went and apologized to Arjun and so did lalit. Ar was sweet and so was AA who shook hands with them, Friends, sorry they said... its ok as we should not water our hatred... Looking at Chakor who was smiling with pride. The boys hugged each other...

They were driving back

Daddy... Ar just hugged him, thank you for coming.. AA was excited you know bhaaai...daddy came vrooommm like a hero in the Rover, opened the doors and just jumped and kicked those guys...dushum dushum ha ha clapping,,,,, Daddy you are Suuuper daddy, holding his biceps... How did you know he asked... Hmmm Ask your Eagle he said... Mummy how you know to solve everything... hugging her kissing her in her eyes...OOoiii, arey rehne dho Raaghav Baabu... I will kiss my mumma you cannot do anything.

Girija and the whole Mansion was in happiness... the boys were enjoying themselves with the roses...

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Maidam, you are smart...But you are the hero without you I don't know what would have happened. She smiled at him.

Raaghav but I am worried, something is bothering me. Worried about the ugliness. What all is done for publicity for money, staking goodness, innocent children's life...

Hmm he side hugged her... the roses were sleeping on him... while they were cradling them... they placed them in their beds...

I need to prepare the schedule for Rati...

arey maidam break lagao... this is our bedroom... Hamara barey mey socho... I want my birdie... Nuzzling her...

Hmmm sorry, hugging him... I have a demo for sorry tooo... demo memo kuch nai chahiye, sojaa she said ...

Ok Maidam, they went into their warmth hugging each other..kissing on his forehead. ok no demo atleast a kiss... .. i just gave you... arey idhar nahi touching his forehead, idhar dena chahiye pouting his lips.. idhar... lo gave a tap on his pout.. awwwh ...budda kissed him subtly on his lips. ab kush she asked... hmmm ab keliya isssey hoga... hugging her tight .

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The school was closed for the vacation. Chakor was concentrating on Rati's schedule. She was pacing well and was getting well with the family too. The boys loved her, she spent time with the family, but the devil was eyeing her. It was only one month for the National marathoning ... For the first time Sport Council of HP was facilitating it and Shimla was gearing up for it...

Rishab plantations sponsored Rati's expenses.

Neha was fuming at her residence. How did she enter...

She was shouting at Hira Laal. Do something, she is a good sprinter and now Chakor coaching her she is sure to win...

Don't worry first let her run. Wickedly smiled the devil...

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No Raaghav this cant happen... She cried, palpitated... Its my responsibility... What will I tell her when she wakes up. She was shattered..

Are you a coward... Get into the system, into the drainage if you want to clean screamed Raaghav... Don't talk big...

You decide what you want to do, You do else I will do, in my style... Raaghav ka tarrikkaaa se hoga !!! his eyes was Red...

Sorry it cannot be done... Its too late ...its closed...

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There is pathos - but will the eagle fear, Will the Lion tear...

PART VI

PERILS

Chakor was concentrating on Rati's schedule. She was pacing well and was getting well with the family too. The boys loved her, she spent time with the family.

She went around shopping in the mall when she had free time and when not practicing.

She was sprinting very well and was very focused on her preparation.

Chakor took care of her applications, physical presentation, tests for medicals etc and was with her on the tracks and timing her regularly.

Her mom and bro were very happy that she is under the wings of Chakor.

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Neha was a good runner and she was sponsored by Laal Plantations. She had participated earlier races but she stood second when Rati was sprinting.

When she got the information that Rati was participating and being trained by Chakor her confidence was slashed and she was shouting at Hira Laal.

They have already shot various shoots with her advertising the products so all that would go futile.

Do something and stop Rati said Neha. If she wins I have no problem but I will not give back any money that was given to me she said.

Hira Laal was also agitated as he had invested in so much and with Rohan failing, his business was already taking a beating.

He called Kedar and told him his plans.

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The boys were playing in their Mansion grounds along with Rohan and Lalit, they have become best pals and were playing with the girls too.

Lalit was always feeling bad whenever he saw Chakor, though she forgave him and was happy the hatred was not growing. He told himself, I am sorry but I will make it by doing good to mam. Rohan was told by AA that he does not know about what happened to him and not to tell him too. Rohan spoke to Chakor and asked apologies...

Raaghav was very busy at the processing and his delivery of stocks was within the next few weeks when it has to be shipped to London and he had invested so much in this. The stocks were going through stringent QC and were stocked carefully.

He was asking his guys to keep an eye on the Laal and to try get proofs about the sports event mishap too. He got a call from Govind.

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It was early morning when Rati was sprinting along the roads of Shimla admiring the natural beauty.

She was telling to herself, just a month and I am sure I will win the race. With the Rs. Five lakhs prize money I can do the treatment for bhai... she was thanking Chakor in her heart. Didi I am so blessed she said. She was smiling when a speeding car hit her and she rolled down the sides hitting a stationed cargo van.

She shrieked in pain, her leg completely drenched in blood.. the car flew past.

The morning walkers-by called the ambulance and she was taken to the hospital. One passer-by was shocked.

Rishab Mansion got the call... All were shocked.

The boys were upset, crying... AA was telling what will happen now, how can didi run...

In the hospital she was undergoing surgery and was unconscious.

The doctor told the condition which made Chakor go numb.

Rati's legs have been hurt terribly... the bones have been broken terribly and she will be immobile atleast for the next 6 months if not more.

Everything turned dark for Chakor. She just could not take it...

Whats happening? The doctor said Rati needs atleast a day to come out of her consciousness as she is hurt in her head too...

She knew that Hira Laal has played dirty so dirty again but she is unable to bring him to books.

A young life has been butchered... How can she salvage this...

Mummy the boys cried... She just went quiet...not hearing them she just walked ...

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The boys were making frantic calls but there was no response. It was very late evening and was becoming dark.

Daddy!!! called the boys crying the girls were crying... we don't know where mummy is.. she is not answering the phone too..

We are scared. Girija was also very worried...

He came running... His call was not being answered. He spoke with the doctor, told him to give the best of treatment and just not to worry about the cost.

Maidam where are you!!! He agonized. Hira Laal let me get to you poora laal karuga thera chehara ko!!!

He came to the Mansion, consoled the boys and the roses, the baby sitters stayed behind themselves asking Raaghav not to worry but to check about Chakor.

They were searching for her. He went around the Mansion... went to the gym... her sneakers were missing... I will be back with mummy not to worry he said...

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It was dark... she ran ran ran crying incessant tears. How can this happen? How can one play so cheap? What will I tell Rati's mom and her bro...

She wanted to race for her bro... is it wrong... Chakor ran so much that she did not realise she had reached the top of the hill and it was dark.

She panted, crying...about to misfoot her step ... when a strong hand pulled her back..

Leave me I have failed in saving a poor soul! I am being defeated she cried not realizing who it was.

Maidam!! He shouted...hosh me aao!!!

Where are you running? How far will you run? What are you running away from? Running away from the ugly truth? The greed for fame, money publicity has targeted a young life... instead of fighting it you want to run away??

No Raaghav how will I fight... ... She cried, palpitated... Its my responsibility... What will I tell her when she wakes up. She was shattered..

He just held her face. Just calm down... she couldnot she jittered, she was trembling.

Listen to me... No Raaghav I should have protected her, I failed... He just placed his lips on hers... soothing her... she cried... slowed down. She cried going into his chest!!

He made her sit on the bonnet of the Rover. Gave her water!!

We know who it is! Yes but we don't have any proof... How will we prove it?. and how will she run she cannot even get up... She needs that money! She is victim of the ugly side of corporate greed.

He kept quiet for long... What are you thinking Raaghav...

He turned looked into her eyes..

YOU WILL RUN...501 should return to tracks!!!

She was shocked!!!

How can I? Its impossible? My age ? I cannot run a full marathon 42 kms no way...

You will and You can...

We know who is playing dirty!!! And to cut the iron we have to turn into iron, fight fire with fire...

Money is not the thing. We can give that 5 lakhs even 10 lakhs to Rati, but she is being hurt just for greed of one filthy person.

But I cant Raaghav...

Why cant you??? Did you not run for your AZ to get free from slavery?? Even this is slavery, binding the innocent lives for their greed!!

No Raaaghav but... Stop maidam, he raised his voice...You are educated, you know what is right what is wrong... You talk big. You talk about Focus, Goal, Finish Line... Are all these only big talks??

Are you a coward... Get into the system, into the drainage if you want to clean it.. dont wait for scavangers to do the job giving some excuse... screamed Raaghav...

Your Focus is to bring down the ugly motto of those corporates who for their greed breed on these innocent people.

Your Goal should be to bring down Hira Laal's empire

Your Finish Line is when he is put behind bars for the wrong doings

You decide what you want to do, ...You do, else I will take him in my style... Raaghav ka tarrikkaaa, as I don't care about law, etc. He has done wrong, he tried to harm my son, that one reason is enough for me to mow him down...

But Raaghav... he said..Aur Kuch nai... lets get home, the boys and the girls are crying...

They drove back without talking. She was thinking... Looking at his face which was firm and clear.

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Mummy ran the kids she hugged them... I am sorry...its ok mummy we know you are upset.

Daddy called the boys... His look was so firm, they have not seen him so serious.. Ar came to Raaghav... he held his hands.. Will everything be ok? He said yes.. I need you Arjun he said... He kissed them... go to your rooms please...

She just kissed the roses who were sleeping with tear stains.. I am sorry she said to them...

Girja asked...dinner.?. he said mausi just send some milk and fruits... he went up to their room.. Chakor followed silent...

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He was on the bed with his hands under his head eyes closed lying straight, legs crossed. She walked in with tears crawling on to the bed and lying turning other side..

This is the first time she saw Raaghav angry...

I am.. she said... he just pulled her on to him eyes closed, kissing her forehead. We will fight it... You are not an ordinary woman, not an ordinary bird, you are the eagle, you are the phoenix who will rise even from ashes... but Raghav..

He just said goodnight.

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She was shocked!!! Cried!!!! how will I live...

The hurdle is gone the devil laughed...

Yes its open category, but Sorry it cannot be done... Its too late ...its closed...

Arey Saab You did a wrong when things were right now do a right when things are wrong!

Mummy You can said Arjun ...

She was surprised ...

Will the phoenix rise??

Will 501 be back on tracks?????

PART VII

PHOENIX THE RETURN OF "501"

The dawn was not so great. It had the effects of the pathos.

The hospital called Chakor. Rati was gaining consciousness.

With heavy heart RagKor along with the boys went. The boys wanted to come.

The doctor asked them to meet her.

The poor girl was completely in bandages... she could not speak aloud

Tears were rolling down. Di...di.. kya hua di...di... how will I run... what will happen to my brother...

Rati everything will be fine.. don't worry, Chakor held her tears and said. Nai didi kuch nahi hoga... I cannot run, walk I am like a vegetable now... I am unable to move my feet... Why di..di... what harm did I do to anyone? Why god has punished me.. she cried gasping for breath.. I don't want to live.. please di di tell dr to let me die... she cried..

Chakor held her hands allowed her to cry..

The boys walked in ... hugged her very softly.. Ar...Aa deko thera didi ko kya hua.. woh dhod naipayee. Sab katham ho gaya she cried.

AR wiped her tears... No di di.. don't give up... you are a strong didi.. its ok didi if you don't run this marathon you will run again for sure. NOOO she became hysterical.. I cannot walk, run.. please kill me she shouted.

Chakor hugged her, no Rati... you will not loose... you will not fall prey. We will find out and nab those who did this to you. I promise I will not leave them...But di..di... Raaghav walked in.. He said Rati I know it is very difficult. I will tell your mom and ask her to come here. She said please don't tell my mom or bro, she will get worried and she cannot leave my bro too. Please give me poison and kill me I donot want to be a burden for anyone.

Raaghav got angry, why should you have poison, you have to live, I promise I will make that fellow who did this to you to drink the poison. Calm yourself I know it is terrible but I will ensure you get fine soon. Yes didi said Aa please don't cry... he wiped her tears. We will be with you and then you can come stay with us. Haan naa ma!! She hugged him and cried... Ar said, didi a very good Tennis Player Monica Seles was also stabbed she could not play her matches but she did not deter, she came back and won the title later, so you will also run back, donot accept defeat he said. Raaghav was so proud of Ar. Rati smiled between tears. She thanked him. But didi did you see the person or remember the car? No she said

Thinking, Chakor walked. A special nurse was appointed for Rati to look after her round the clock and one of the Mansion staff manju was made to be with Rati during the day.

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It was noon Chakor called Rathod and briefed him about Rati. He was shocked and upset he said she is a very good runner. She said she wanted to meet him in person. He asked her to come that evening.

RagKor and the boys were all in the Plantation..

Maidam, what are you thinking he asked.

Raaghav I donot know if I can run and even if I, I cannot run in the same category with Neha as she comes between 25 to 35 years and I come under 35 45 years category and the registrations would have been closed too. It is difficult to practice within just one month.

Hmmm. Is there any option.. Yes she said unless the catergory is changed to 25 to 45 which is done but at a special discretion only. But it is difficult and am not sure if I can leave the girls and boys... I don't know...after being a mother...

He came beside her, Maidam I know...but, unless you run we will not be able to bring the ugly truth out. And you can run... Arjun hugged her, mumma... You can, when Mary Kom can get back to boxing after her twins, why cant you? Daddy has told that you never give up so easily. Why do you now? If you don't then how will Rati didi's sinner be punished. Mumma, you gave me the confidence to run inspite of any hurdles posed. If I can, a trained Marathon runner you can too mumma. And its vacation time, we will take care of Adi and Ananya he said. Please mumma... Arjun you have surfed a lot I guess... Ar looked at Raaghav...

Let me first speak to Rathod and also the Marathoning office. She was very confused. The plantation employees whose wives were babysitting the girls came as Shyam Laal had told them about the situation.

They came and said Madam... We don't know much but we know that Raaghav bhaiya and you are now going to face some difficulties. You don't worry, till you both get out of the problem let our wives be there with the bitiyaas. Please donot worry. We are with you they said. She teared and thanked them for their understanding and help.

Raaghav asked Govind to escort the boys home. On the way the boys picked Lalit and Rohan and went to Mansion. Govind was speaking with the boys.

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Chakor went and met Rathod and the Marathoning officials who said it was difficult to include her name and also the registrations were closed.

Hira Laal was very happy that Rati is out of the race and so the win will be with Neha. He asked Neha to practice well though they were sure she will be the winner.

Chakor put forth the case and requested still they could not help. Rathod being the advisor did not say anything though he had special powers.

Chakor was very upset and was returning home. She called Raaghav and told him. Aisa kaiso ho saktha he said... Don't they know this is done by the Laal's ..he fumed.

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It was in the evening... Chakor and Raaghav visited Rati in the hospital.

Didi, Manju said you are planning to run, no didi don't do it for my sake they may try to harm you also she cried. Chakor said, I don't worry about that as I am used to it but the problem is I cannot register as it is closed. I know I will be harmed but with Raaghav with me nothing can come near me. Rati was shocked knowingly you want to get into the fire she asked. Yes! came Raaghav your didi is not ordinary she is the phoenix who will rise from ashes too.

Chakor was very very quiet..they both drove back.. He stopped in the middle.

Maidam where is your form he asked... she gave it.. Raaghav, you will not do anything harsh going to the Marathon office. He said trust me I will not. He kissed her forehead dropped her at the Mansion and drove past.

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He drove to Rathod's house...He was staying in Shimla till the Marathon. The Marathoning officials were there. He spoke to them, told them the situation of Rati and also that Laal is playing dirty. The officials were in no mood to listen and also said laal is very clean and they will not accept. Raaghv got a call from Govind. He smiled listening to it. Good Govind, thank the boy he said.

He told Rathod... Saab you are in a very high position and you have the powers to do it, but you don't want to do. Chakor is willing to take the risk to bring the ugly truth of sponsorship and we need to bring justice to Rati he said. The officials were annoyed and was angry at Raaghav. Raaghav lost his cool. He said do you know this young girl is fighting for her life, she was injured not because of an accident it is a preplanned incident and you all know about the sponsorship but you are scared, spineless and a lady wants to get into this you all donot want to support. Have you also taken kickbacks from the Laals, he raged.

Turning to Rathod he said, Saab when you were in power you did a wrong thing when things were right. Yes you imposed ban on Chakor on drug accusation while she was innocent. Her career was cut short and she had to take a voluntary retirement. But now, things are ugly, you know very well but still you are not ready to clean the system, you are not ready to support the one who is risking her life and also her family to fight this parasite. Wah!! great saab you can change the category into special but you don't want to, you can accept Chakor on special request but you don't want to. You fear as the sponsor will not spare you. But if we don't destroy the parasite there will be many more Ratis at large. But you don't worry or bother as you are not affected. There are no Rati's in your family. You are talking too much said the officials while Rathod indeed felt guilty.

I am not, and I am not educated like you all. All I know is that there is wrong happening ... Just think.. why don't you try to repent for your mistake you did early. Make good the bad you did to Chakor. Let her run I am sure the sponsors will have their spine chill. But you will not. I thought you were a straight person who would help the one whose career you jeopardized. You forgot she was ready to give away her life to save this country, sacrificed her love to save a village but you don't want to take any risk for the society. Thank you sir, you all be happy, safe... he said disgustingly. But, I will not spare those as they have harmed an innocent life, they tried to harm my SON, chodengey nahi he said, Namaste he turned to leave.

Raaghav ...called Rathod, give the papers to me!! Let Chakor prepare for the Marathon! Let 501 get back to tracks...

Raaghva's eyes were in tears, he ran to Rathod caught his hands, Thank you Saab, Thank you... He hugged him with happiness. I will take care said Rathod, but be careful. Thank you Bajrangbali he said. Raaghav, he called, Not only you look like Suraj Rajvanshi but your voice and you think like him too. Chakor is lucky, he said. No Saab, I am lucky to get her, he folded his hands and thanked him. He thought to himself yes sir, my voice is also like Suraj Babu, that's why I donot call her as Chakor, she will be only my Maidam.

Sir...the officials said, but laal, Rathod just signed to stop them. Yes infact because of that ban on her, she lost her celebrity status which was saving her village, her life. I too was a party to it with Kamal Narayan. Enough enough of fearing those with money power, lets show our bureaucratic power.

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It was in headlines, in papers everywhere. The long forgotten Marathon Runner, Winner of many Races is back to tracks!!! YES

501 returns to tracks, Chakor is returning to Marathoning!!!!!

No No No how can this be, How is it even possible. Call the officials, call Rathod, Hira Laal fumed banging all the things in his office. Kedar called Rathod

What are you doing??? He asked.

Rathod was very calm he said he is doing what he has to do. Since there are not enough number of entries in the 25 35 category as a special amendment he has integrated 25 35 with 35 45 so participants of age group between 25 and 45 will run together. Yes, due to low in numbers he has used his special powers to add few more entries. And, he said to Laal, why are you concerned, I know you are the sponsor of the event but have you sponsored anyone in particular? He asked. Laal kept silent and said no no I was just generally asking as we would approach the winner for advertisement after the race.

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The boys were very happy, Chakor had to mentally and physically prepare herself, while she as a coach has trained she has not yet sprinted long. It's going to be hell difficult for her.

She was indeed worried but the thought of Rati made her determined.

Lalit and Rohan had been visiting the Mansion regularly. Lalit would never look at Chakor in her eyes, but that day when Chakor was in her gym he was watching her. Realising, she called him, Lalit why are you hiding yourself, I am not angry on you she said. He asked Mam can you please tell me what was about the shoe why was I made to carry only Ar shoes. Chakor told him briefly and he was very shocked. He tried to harm Ar too but Aa did not tell about it to Ar. He said maybe if I had a mum I would also have been good like Aa and Ar. Chakor realized only then that Lalit had lost his mom, she hugged him you are also like my son she said. He hugged her. Thanks mam. I shall go play with Ar and Aa he said.

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It was the first day of practice, Raaghav had turned one part of the plantation into ready for Chakor to sprint. It had a 200 meters track.

Raaghav told the boys and also Girija, Shyaam and Raamu Kaka how they have to support and take care of the schedules. He checked with the gynae too who was skeptical and said, she may have initial difficulty but she can get through and knowing Chakor she will come through, but Raaghav, watch out as it's long since she ran. She advised to have a physio too. There were only men physio in Shimla and Chakor outrightly refused saying she will manage her fitness regime. Raaghav was also happy as Budda did not want any guy to hold his birdie even professionally!!!!

Raaghav had made few changes to the gym on the advice of the gynae and the cardio who would visit Chakor regularly. He fixed a bath attached to the gym and tried to be with her during the workouts.

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The exercise regime for marathoning was very very hectic. Many a times she would palpitate on the treadmill, tears would ebb when the strong hands would coax her giving her the energy drink.

She has not yet started to sprint on the tracks as she wanted to take a week before setting her feet on the tracks.

One day she had soreness and pain all over her body as the time was short and she had to gear up to run 42 Kms a full marathon. She worked out more than her usual hours.

She was too tired... Raaghav walked in.. are you ok? he asked sitting beside her. Gave her the energy drink. Hmm she smiled but bit tiring, she went into his chest, resting her head, he held her shoulders when she winced in pain. Tears ebbed, it is strenuous Raaghav but ok she said... he removed her gym shoes, carried her to the bathroom.. I can't bathe Raaghav as the shower will pain my soreness more she said.

Looking into her eyes, he locked the bath room, switched on the lights when her eyes glow bright. There was a Jacuzzi bath tub in their newly built huge bathroom... When did you do this magic she asked with her eyes wide... He smiled... He removed her tracks, made her lie down on the mat, kneeling beside her very slowly applied aroma oils with his fingertips carefully massaging her shoulders, back, spine her whole body. He massaged her thighs, legs, intertwining his fingers with her toes, giving her acupressure in her feet. It was soothing for her, the oil was indeed glowing on her beautiful well-toned body now, he did kiss her once or twice on her lips and eyes very soothingly to ease her soreness saying you look so beautiful, she did shy but her Masseur was so into his work that love was in him but lust was not. The music, the aroma oils and the massage was making her dizzy... She looked into his eyes, how do you know to do this, I learnt for my eagle he said, she smiled closing her eyes. He lifted her with utmost care and placed her in the pressure and heat moderated Jacuzzi. The tub jets helped to relax her muscles, while the buoyancy of the water relieved pressure on her joints. It relaxed her soreness. She drifted into sleep. He sat beside the tub looked at her with a smile...it was 30 minutes when he lifted her dried her wrapped a robe around her and carried her to the resting bed.

It was indeed strenuous but with him beside the eagle was all set to soar high.

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It was past one week, she had indeed warmed up fine and wanted to time her first sprint with 200 mts. She was at the tracks... The boys, girls, Lalit, Rohan, Girija, Shyaam, and Rati came from the hospital in the wheel chair . She was to place her feet on the tracks...

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The devil was at his house lawn, discussing how to hamper Chakor as they were very very scared about her. They cannot reach out to her as asking her to be their ambassador as she is the owner of the best tea plantation. She cannot be threatened too as they knew about her, she cannot be even touched as the Lion was there which would roar and tear them into pieces. Hira Laal was fuming. He asked Neha to concentrate and sprint well. He asked his guys to get the sample of the New Brand tea that they have prepared to Launch with Neha once she wins the marathon stating that was the best which gave her the stamina and energy!!!

The tea was brought... Kept on the table...

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Chakor readied herself... Thought about her Daak baba, wore the socks, Raaghav and Ar were at the finish line with the stop watch while Aa and Rohan were at the Markers. She searched for the sneakers, her special shoes... Where are my shoes, walked in Lalit with her shoes, holding it so preciously to his chest. Please mam I will take care of your shoes he said, he wanted to be sure, careful that there is no illgame played with her shoes. He checked, rechecked every part of her shoes... She smiled, the little boy teared... she kissed on his forehead, yes Lalit you will bring my shoes she said. She wore the shoes stood on the marks... Girija gave her the wrap with 501 on it.

Aa shouted ON YOUR MARKS SET... she stumbled, felt so emotional, GO... She could not set her foot...all were shocked, mumma run, mam, didi, Maidam no she could not... she was tearing, looking at Raaghav ...

He ran to Girija held her shoulders, CHAKORIA, BITIA THUM KARSAKATH HAI, DHOD, TEZ SE CHAKORIA.. GIRIJA SHOUTED SO EMOTIONALLY... MAAAI...SHE CRIED LOUD. THAT CHAKORIA BROUGHT HER ALL HER MEMORIES... SHE SET HER FIRST FOOT TO SPRINT.

She sprinted, with her hands straight like the razor, cutting through the air, with eyes straight on the finish line yes Raaghav I will bring that evil behind bars.. I will ..she ran.. ran, Chak...or Chak..or, Chak...or shouted the boys, Shyam Laal, and Rati... he stood watching her run, calm quiet...standing at the finish line, switched off the timer, with eyes on her, she was close to the finish line, crossing. Lifted her face up hands wide she came running falling into his arms. Panting, smiling, You did it! You did it! he said hugging her, Haan we did it Raaghav!!She asked... Raa..ghav.. timing?? your best he said, she indeed felt dizzy, he carried her into her arms to the Matador van which was converted into a simple vanity van been placed near her tracks. He carried her to it... A birdie was watching all this... It flew...

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Hira Laal lifted the tea to drink, it was windy... flew the birdie with full force, gliding low and hit the tea cup spilling the hot tea down... he dropped the cup which broke into pieces. The birdie soared high high

501 is back to tracks, the birdie turned into the eagle to soar high..

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Raaghav she woke up sweating profusely, panting, Maidam what happened, they they she panted...

Lets go to hospital they drove they called the hospital no response...

Don't play nasty with me... I have proof!!

PART VIII

PREPARATION

Hira Laal lifted the tea to drink, it was windy... flew the birdie with full force, gliding low and hit the tea cup spilling the hot tea down... he dropped the cup which broke into pieces. The birdie soared high high.

He was extremely mad, tried to shoot down the birdie. It soared high.

Kedar he shouted!!! She cannot run, she cannot she just cannot.

He called her, You are doing wrong! You don't know who I am! He shouted.

Aap ka naam pe Hira zarroor par aap tho ek kaala patthar!!! She spoke.

You cannot touch me! Cannot stop me. I am Chakor she shouted. I will make you pay for what you did to Rati and you tried to harm my son... she said...

Who is it came Raaghav ? the evil cut the call. Its HiraLaal she said!!!, he raged, what's he saying? How dare he speak to you. Calm down Raaghav she said.

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Rati was recouping but she could not even get up. Dr advised that she is out of danger but will take atleast 3 months for her to completely recover and then start the physio. She cried but thanked RagKor for taking care of her like their own kin.

The boys were visiting her very often and the girls also were too attached to her, calling her didi didi...

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Chakor was much into practice and she was timing good. It was ten days more for the D Day. Things were going fine but she was not feeling ok. Something was bothering.

The roses were indeed missing mummy very much but one afternoon she stayed behind and was playing with them and feeding them. She did not realize they were running too... she was enjoying... she was in their room while they were so excited to play with mumma. They were all over her. Raaghav was enjoying it... he was admiring her turning like a child with them.. she was playing hide and seek when she closed her eyes and the roses went and hid themselves behind daddy's broad shoulders... She smiled and opened her eyes.. False searched and acted as though not finding them and started to cry. The roses ran to mumma, hugged her no cry no cry kissing her... she hugged them. Raaghav was admiring the innocence in her, the cuteness in her... they ran to daddy... asking them to be lifted. He lifted and she hugged him. They are running Raaghav she clapped. What are you looking at me she asked... I am just wondering if my princesses are cute or my Queen is and kissed her on her forehead. She waved them and set off for her practice pecking them and her King. He played for a while and gave them to the babysitters.

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It was late evening when the boys were together at the Mansion. Sometimes the boys sleep overnight too.

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It was late night and Chakor was in the plantation grounds practicing. it was cold but the running kept her warm and sweating and Raaghav was in the plantation looking over the packagings as the day of the Marathon was their loading too. The plantation had geared up to finish off the loading a day before the marathon but they were not sure. Raaghav was at his office which was looking into the ground where Chakor was sprinting. She sprinted over her normal duration. She kept on running... Raaghav overlooked and Mohit was there, he said he would take care so Raaghav went to the grounds.

He called her but she was just running... when she completed the round he caught her. Maidam... she was sweating... and the sweat was glittering in the flood lights.. He wiped her sweat pulling her close. What are you thinking, now what's worrying he asked.

Chakor said, Raaghav after the call, I feel Laal is doing something. No maidam, he must have got scared but I am waiting for one thing to confirm else I will take his legs he said.

No Raaghav I am sure he will not sit idle. He must be planning something big. What will he do???

Lets go home he said don't worry he said. What are you waiting about she asked. He said Maidam

A small fb

Raghav was talking to Rathod when he got a call from Govind.

Yes Govind... he said Saab we have information about the guy who hit Rati. Lalit's father has been one of the walkers that morning and he had seen this guy who sped in the car. But he tried to take a pic but could not get it full he said. He has told Lalit about it but was scared. Lalit had told Govind. He got the pic.

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Raaghav why did you not tell me about this she said. Get the pic and give it to our AA he will definitely sketch it. Oh Maidam I completely forgot about it. How did I?. Ok I will tell AA. But Raaghav we need to be careful. Let me find out who it is , I promise I will run my Rover on his legs he said. Raaghavvv... Ok ok I will not do anything. Will tell you. Ab please chalen, its too late now.

They both reached the mansion, the boys had slept. She went up to have a shower.. It was too late, he did not want to wake Girija, so Raaghav heated the dinner and fed Chakor and ate. Maidam what are you thinking he asked again as they were at the rocking chair in their balcony. She was sitting on his lap. Let's sleep he said, hugging her from behind and kissing her nape.

He was giving her soothing kisses... Raaghav please listen. Hmm.. bolo hugging her close.

Laal cannot do any harm to me. He will not do anything openly. But he will not sit calm. What will he try to do?...We must be careful about our children and also you must be very very watchful about your packing too. she said.

Don't worry I have made all arrangements he said. Let's go sleep he said lifting her placing in the bed and hugging her warming. I love you he said!!, I too she said, turning smiling, going into his chest... hmmm wish and pray this marathon gets over fast he said... She thought to herself, Budda I know you are way too much working, taking care of the processing, all about me, the children, the house. I am sorry it's been too long since I gave my attention to you... she turned to him... she was terribly tired but she wanted to soothe him... she hugged him tight... He slept with a little snore. She slept immediately smiling. He opened his eyes kissed her on her forehead, smiled held her closer and slept.

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In the middle of the night...Raaghav she woke up sweating profusely, panting, Maidam what happened, they they she panted...they will try to harm Rati. She was jittering. Maidam calm down, she is in hospital.

No Raaghav, why I did not think about it. They will try to harm her. If she is harmed we both will be in trouble as all know that we are taking care and I am participating as she is out of the race too. There will be confusion and this will put me in trouble too. Lets go to the hospital she said. Okok let me call the nurse he said. She changed her night wear and was palpitating. He told the Mansion Security, switched on the alarms and left with her to the hospital. Hey Daak baba nothing should happen to Rati, Raaghav was calling but there was no response from Rati or the nurse.

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Kedar, we cannot sit idle, we cannot touch Chakor but we need to pull her away from the race. The only way is to create confusion, so ... Yes Laal saab said Kedar. He drove.

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Ragkor reached the hospital, they ran to Rati's room when they saw the nurse hit and fallen down. Chakor was in shock, they quickly ran inside the room when a man covered his face and was rising his knife to kill the sleeping Rati. He was about to stab when Raaghav held him tight from back. Rati woke up hearing the noise. Didi she shouted. Raaghav gave a hard thump on his hand and broke his wrist... the intruder quickly kicked Raaghv with his elbow where Raaghav lost his balance. He quickly jumped through the window and ran away. Raaghav chased him but he could not be caught. Rati was in fear trembling terribly. Chakor was hugging her calming her, you are ok, am there, nothing will happen to you. The hospital was shocked. They discharged Rati and took her to the Mansion immediately. One of the room in the Mansion was readied for Rati along with her medical needs.

Didi didi I told you, they will harm you, she said. Chakor looked firm, Nothing will happen, I will NOT LEAVE HIM she said. She asked Manju to stay with Rati.

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The boys were together and the pic was given to AA. Lalit and Rohan alongwith Ar was keenly watching at AA. He looked at profile view and started to sketch. As he sketched it Rohan jittered in panic. This was the guy who threatened my dad, threatened me.. What Ar asked as he was not aware. He was told about the nasty play of their innocent hates. Sorry Rohan and Lalit told again. Ar and AA said please no need sorry as I can understand. But Ar and Aa we need to be careful as he may try to harm Mam Lalit and Rohan told in single voice. Raaghav walked in took the sketch. He asked the boys not to worry and nothing will befall mumma as she is fighting for the good. He looked at the pic and quickly crossed checked with the CCTV footage in the hospital. He told Govind and the security team to be watchful. He told Chakor and informed the police. They were on search of him but he cleverly was absconding.

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The D Day was arriving...

The day before...

Walked the wicked with a box to the Plantation... it was the final loading... Nooo shouted Govind, running...

I want you to be there at the finish line she told him!!! I will!!!

Rohan look there, shouted Lalit.

He was holding him by his neck, his hand was bleeding...

I will put an end to all this, Raged the Lion

PART IX

PERFORMANCE(S) MARATHONING...

The day before Marathoning...

Raaghav was extremely busy, preparing his final packing and loading. The plantation was gearing up. The containers were ready.. the packing to be starting soon. Chakor did a brief visit to the plantation and wished the workers good luck. She met Mohit, Shyaam and Govind and asked them to watch out every minute movement in the plantation. They assured her not to worry but Kaaka had a special respect about her words as she always suspects the unexpected and is always right.

In his room, she hugged Raaghav and asked him to be vigilant and careful. This is your hard work, not only yours each and every workers hard work. Any small fault will prove fatal for the business. He kissed her soft and said to carry on with her final practice.

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The boys has become so so close to Govind, they had requested him to take to the marathoning venue and to see the route. The route was through the main roads but also through few hilly pockets. Govind asked one of his assistant to accompany the boys as he wanted to be there while the loading was starting and did not want to move from his security office.

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The stocks were neatly stacked as per the international standards in a dry place and was ready for loading. The temperature of the room was maintained. It was critical as the packing were of breathable carton boxes and to maintain the aroma there should not be any dampness or moist.

Walked in a well uniformed man. He showed papers and got himself cleared through the security gates. Govind was called by Shyaam. The security at the gates were surprised to see a sanitary inspector with a big box as it was not the day of his visit. He said that he was sent by his boss on a special duty due to the loading. The security check was done and he was allowed. Govind was busy with Shyaam...

The loading was about to start in few hours.

The man was taken to the godown. Govind just then saw the pic sent to him from the security office on the phone. He felt very weird as he knows all the personnel at the Sanitary Inspection office. He quickly called them and found that no one was assigned to visit the plantation.

He ran to the godown calling his security guys but their phones were not responding. The guy very quickly visited the godown and left...

Who is he??? Why did he come?? And where is the BOX. Govind called Raaghav who came running to the godown. The container lorries were in the queue ready for loading. They were special containers whose temperature were moderated and will be loaded on to the aircraft.

He ran shouting No No running towards the godown, catch the man but by that time the guy fled in his motorbike with his aid who was waiting outside.

Raaghav ran calling Mohit who was near to the godown. Mohit noticed the box kept near the thermostat which was moderating the temperature of the room. Zzz there was a very still soft noise... He soon realized the danger... He just removed the box at the right time and carried it out running to the open plantation. The whole workers were in state of shock. Is it a time bomb asked one?. He switched off the monitor. No, worse than that he said. It's a device which interferes with the thermostat in few seconds and brings down the room temperature drastically and due to the chill weather of Shimla, mist and dampness will be formed within seconds and as the carton boxes are porous, dampness will enter the boxes and spoil the aroma and the tea powder. As per the contract if the quality is not maintained the contract gets cancelled and Rishab Plantations need to pay heavy penalty too as it would hamper the buyers' market supply. Raaghav had invested huge stake and risk and thus the stringent processing technology.

Raagahv hugged Mohit for his quick and agile action. He knew who was behind this dirty plan. He was raging terribly. Shyaam Laal calmed him. Raaghav stay calm. Let the stocks be loaded on to the containers as once they are loaded and signed off and informed to the UK Purchases, it's the responsibility of the Freight Company from there on till the they are loaded on to the aircraft from New Delhi to London flight. Raaghav said Maidam you were right... Yes said Kaaka she always thinks right...

The loading was done perfectly and the documents were signed off by evening with the Freight company and the UK tea company was informed and the documents scanned and mailed.

The containers left the plantation... the workers were very very happy. Lets get to work they said... No said Raaghav, please all relax and take off he said. They blessed him and wished Chakor good luck.

The first act was performed well...!!!!

I will not leave you Hira Laal ... Let the race get over, I will put an end to all, the Lion raged

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The boys were going through the assigned route , Rohan and Lalit were seeing both sides. They went through the roads very slowly, in three places they saw three patch of white chalk markings. The water booths and energy drinks stalls were placed for the D day. The roads were being marked with those fluorescent tapes. We shall come here before the race starts. Aa held Ar, bhai I am feeling scared for mumma he said... Rohan and Lalit said no Aa we will be with you.. we will not allow anything to happen to Mam they vowed to themselves.

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The Cubs, friends, roses had a good dinner and some time together while Chakor was practicing and was preparing herself for the D Day tomorrow.

Rati was fine and she was praying hard for the safety of Chakor. They all had dinner together.

Chakor was at the gym doing her workout. While Raaghav walked in. She just ran and hugged him. I heard about what happened at the godown. Thank god, for Mohit acted fast, else... He hugged her, maidam, thanks to you for foreseeing and warning. But I will not leave that Laal he said. His eyes were red. Raaghav please calm down, did they find Kedar she asked. No, he kept thinking. Just get into my hands, you will see stars. What are you thinking she asked. Nothing, just waiting for the race to be over he said kissing her forehead.

They had their dinner together and was in their balcony diwan after wishing goodnight to the cubs and roses.

He was holding her hands, I know you have gone through so much, strained yourself too much. I had been harsh that day, I am sorry he said, please she closed his mouth. But for that anger I would not have enrolled she said but what did you talk to Rathod she asked. He just smiled and said, just made him realise his act and spoke some harsh truth. Hmm she went into his chest. Raaghav I want you at the Finish Line even if I don't make it first she said... You will, You are the eagle he said.

Maidam he said lifting her chin, Promise me one thing, tomorrow whatever happens you will not look back, you will not stop your sprint, you will look only at the finish line, you will think only about your Goal and Focus. NOTHING should stop you. Promise me, he said. She scrunched her eyebrows, why? Don't ask anything he said. Ok I promise, but you stay safe, keep an eye on our children she said.

I promise he said, taking her to the bed cuddling her, kissing her soothingly while she slept. He was awake... holding her to his chest.

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Marathoning The Day

Chakor got up early morning and was doing her warm ups. There was a simple Pooja and the gods were invoked. She took blessings from Girjia, Shyaam Laal and Ramu Kaaka. She was searching for Raaghav, when Girija said he is in the Mansion tracks.

She was ready in her tracks. The boys kissed her and left in another car to the venue. What happened to him, she was wondering. Raaghav, he turned around. Kissed her forehead, held her right hand and folded her tracks up. She was surprised. He had a band a black thread with pick and black beads.. she felt teary, nostalgia, the sacred thread Maai had given to her and the orange sacred cloth of Daak Baba. He tied the cloth around her wrist and the thread on her upper arms. How did you??? She chocked. I got this from your house when I visited AZ during those days. I remembered it today. She hugged him thank you she felt too emotional. You are a winner and you will win always he said.. Shall we he asked, she nodded, raised to his height and kissed his lips, he hugged her tight... giving her the strength. They left for the venue.

It was at the tracks she was introduced to the fellow runners there were quite a few though not many. Rathod shook hands, and there were many onlookers at both sides of the road. The media was there and indeed she was talk of the town. Rati was there she came and said oh you are Chakor, mother of two? No mother of four she said with proud.

The boys wished her and moved away... they spoke to Raaghav and Govind they were going along with route and saw the first white patch. Ar felt very strange why is this patch only at three places and at the route which is in the hilly sides?

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The Sprinters were ready on their Marks

ON YOUR MARKS ... SET... GO

She set her foot on the D day, she sprinted with a normal pace... steady, with her hands and eyes focused... she was thinking of nothing and sprinting. All were cheering the runners. Go go go go!!! They covered the initial 10 kms and she was sprinting third... Neha was sprinting ahead.

The next distance she took stride but with her normal pace... She was coming down the hilly route...

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It was the hilly route... Chakor was running towards

Arjun !!!! look there shouted Rohan. Near the white patch was a very thin metal wire laid across the road attached to a fine nail on both sides of the road, the sprinter with the pace will trip and get hurt. They ran towards... Chakor was pacing towards it.

Not hearing the volunteers cry, Arjun doubled up and went to the other side. Rohan went to the hilly side.. they both could not remove the nails or the wire but pressed it hard down that the wire touched the road flat. The metal wire cut their palms as they were pressing and they were bleeding, Chakor saw but ran ran towards with a tear in her eyes. Donot stop or look back, Raaghav's words were blowing in her ears.

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They called Raagahav who raged, by then he got a call from Govind asking him to come to the last leg of the route which was hilly too. He found something suspicious.

She was pacing... she was few yards away from the water booth, feeling thirsty she wanted to take the bottle.

The volunteers were distributing the bottles when one guy was not in the same uniform but was holding a different shaped bottle and was standing away from the booth well before...

Lalit found it so weird why is he standing alone while mam is coming... she extended her hand when Lalit said AA watch out when they both got their catapaults and start hitting the guy with the stones on his bottle. He got hit in his hand and dropped the bottle which broke and spilled the water while Chakor ran ahead to the booth and grabbed the bottle... She ran ran not looking back.

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No No this cannot happen shouted Hira Laal. How can she pace...what's happening! he called him...get her out at any cost he shouted. He was getting minute to minute update...

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It was the hilliest side she was running past the bushes, leading in the last leg... She was in the curve and the third white patch...High above the hilly slope range the sniper was aiming at her... focusing the lens with the silencer fixed ...He was on one of the hilly side tree top camouflaging into the branches... his wrist was hurt so he was having a support for the rifle. He set his target the cross mark focusing on her, locked the target and was viewing to draw the trigger when a strong hand from behind held his neck, throttling him. The rifle ridged up in the air releasing the bullet in the air.

She heard the gun shot but ran ran past...

One bang on his head from the branches behind, both fell down, the sniper and the hitter. He stood up to come to sense when came another strong punch on his arms. He looked up and was shocked to see the Lion in full force. He hit the broken wrist again, I should have broken your hand then raged Raaghav, he double jumped and sat on his calves breaking the bones of both the legs... this is for hurting Rati that poor girl... Kedaaar you did wrong in rubbing the Lion on his shoulders. He turned his other hand and broke the arms ... this is for hurting the boys make them bleed there... And one strong punch on his face...his voice so harsh, scary, with blood in his eyes... This is for trying to hurt my Queen, my Pride, My Life. Kedar who was absconding was there to kill Chakor and was preyed by the Lion... Raaghav could not control himself and hit him hard hard when he saw a black car go by. He quickly fired the rifle and punctured the tyres. Govind who was there quickly came running to and held Kedar. He made a quick call.

Raagahv ran behind the car which was going crisscross being punctured. He pulled out Hira Laal, Hiraa how can you stoop low and cheap for money, one strong punch on his face. The old man shuddered... How dare you try to hurt my son, those boys and Rati. I can forgive you for anything but not for trying to call my wife and threaten her, Twisting his hands... I will draw an end to all this. He held the rifle pointing... Raaghav saab please please drop your guns said Govind. Please go go as Madam is reaching the finishing line, you promised her to be there please. He left him while the police were there and held Kedar and Hira Laal.

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She ran ran to the finishing line... Only few yards away... She came towards it her eyes searching. The boys and the roses along with the mansion and plantation workers were cheering as she was nearing... The media was beaming on her full.

Here comes the Ace runner, the 501 reaching the finish line...

she came closer with her head high noise pointing up, hands wide wide crossing the ribbon...she ran ran straight, she could not stop her pace... Chakor ... Chakor... she ran with her eyes closed and she was lifted lifted high above in the air, she opened her eyes to see herself seeing the sky, swirling around. Flying in the sky... She looked down to see her Raaghav swirling her. He brought her down, cupping her face, she gasping hugging him..

You made it, You made it...kissing her cheeks, her eyes, YOU MADE IT.

The boys came running to her... Lalit and Rohan was behind... he called them together.

Hugged them together you all made me Make it... We All Made It. she hugged them crying thank you my boys... crying at the bleeding hands of Arjun and Rohan..

Hugging Raaghav gasping, palpitating, what was the gun shot?, did you get hurt? What's happening. Where are the girls... Rati are they fine safe...Hold your breath all are fine...Chakoriyaaa came the roses running to her with their cute stride... awww she lifted them and kissed. Calling mumma by name... smiling..

The organisers came to her congratulating her... Rathod came and shook his and her hands... You both made it!!! Thank you Saab, Raaghav said.. I made good the bad I did to her, he said... Shall meet you tomorrow at the celebrations he said leaving the family.

Shyaam kaaka and Govind came. Kaaka kissed her on her head.. I am proud bitiya. Where is Girija Mausi.. she is in the Pooja room praying for you he said!!

Look there your Finish Line said Raaghav... She saw Kedar in the stretcher and Hira Laal being taken by police handcuffed. What happened to Kedar she asked when Govind said the Lion pounced on him. She hit his chest... thumbina... Be happy I didnot tear him into pieces he said.

Neha was being mobbed as the crowd knew about the ugly truth. Rati came in her wheel chair, asking the crowd to leave Neha. She cried feeling ashamed... I am sorry she said...She did not say anything but looked at Chakor... be like my didi she said...

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The family was in their mansion a very very happy day indeed. It was a long run, she was tired all her parts were sore terribly.. The cubs and the roses slept.

He carried her to the gym to the jacuszzi massaged her with love and passion as she drifted into sleep with the pressures of the heat and water and his love...He was indeed happy very happy...

They cuddled for another warm night together ...

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Uff the guy may eat you he said going to her ears... I feel like just popping his and others eyes out.. she smiled ..hmm. Jalkud... Hmm holding her tight...

Did you look there...Look at the girls drooling over you she said. .. I will kill you if you look at anyone she said.. Hmmm looks like my birdie is too possessive about me telling her in her ears.