TAKHT, TAJ AUR TERI MOHABBAT: ISHQ-E-RUDRAVAANSH
Chapter 1
The Pink City of India, Jaipur—a city where every street whispers a story and every sunset paints the sky with shades of royalty. Its beauty lies not only in its magnificent palaces and ancient forts but also in the countless emotions hidden within its bustling lanes.
Nestled amidst the city's timeless charm stood the sacred Neelkanth Mahadev Mandir. The rhythmic sound of temple bells echoed through the air as devotees gathered to listen to the divine katha of Lord Shiva and Mata Parvati—a tale of eternal love, unwavering devotion, and destined companionship.
Among the devotees sat a young woman in her early twenties, her eyes fixed on the idol of Mahadev yet her mind wandering elsewhere. She was Nandni.
While everyone around her listened attentively, Nandni was lost in the depths of her own thoughts. The words of the katha faded into the background as old wounds and unanswered questions stirred within her heart.
Time slipped away unnoticed, and before she realized it, the katha had come to an end.
The priest, who had been observing her silence, approached her with a gentle smile and asked
Pandit ji
Beta, kya soch rahi ho?
(Child, what are you thinking about?)
His voice pulled her back to reality.
Nandni lowered her gaze for a moment before looking at the idol of Shiv-Parvati and softly replied
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
Kuch nahi... bas yahi soch rahi thi ki jaise Mahadev ke har dard aur ghav ko bharne ke liye Mata Parvati thi, kya mere ghav bharne ke liye bhi koi hoga?
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Nothing... I was just thinking that just as Mata Parvati was there to heal every pain and wound of Mahadev, will there ever be someone who can heal the wounds I carry within me?)
For a moment, silence settled between them.
The priest's eyes softened with understanding.
Above them, the temple bells chimed once again, and a cool breeze swept through the mandir, carrying with it the fragrance of flowers and incense.
Nandni gazed at the divine couple standing together before her.
Deep inside, she wasn't merely asking a question.
She was waiting for destiny to answer it.
Little did she know, somewhere in the royal lands of Rajasthan, fate had already begun weaving the threads of a love powerful enough to heal her deepest wounds and dangerous enough to change her life forever.
Pandit ji
*Looked at her with kindness and wisdom in his eyes*
Pandit ji
*A gentle smile appeared on his face*
Pandit ji
Jeevan mein jo kuch bhi hota hai, woh uski ichchha se hota hai, beta
Pandit ji
(Whatever happens in life, happens according to God's will. )
Pandit ji
Agar woh ghav deta hai, toh use bharne wala marham bhi wahi bhejta hai
Pandit ji
( If He gives wounds, He also sends someone to heal them.)
Pandit ji
Bas uspar vishwas rakho. Sab theek ho jayega
Pandit ji
(Have faith in Him. Everything will be alright)
Pandit ji
Kya pata, tumhare ghav bharne wala aaj isi mandir mein ho
Pandit ji
(Who knows, the one destined to heal your wounds might already be in this very temple.)
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*smiled softly at his words*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*Joining her hands*
She took his blessings one last time before walking deeper into the temple.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
Hey Shiv Ji, kab humein bhi aap jaisa jeevan saathi milega?
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Lord Shiva, when will I find a life partner like you?)
Closing my eyes, I folded my hands in prayer before the idol of Mahadev.
Just then, a sweet little voice interrupted my thoughts.
child 1
Didi, chalo na hamare saath khelne!
child 1
(Sister, come play with us!)
Opening my eyes, I found a little girl holding the corner of my dupatta and looking up at me with sparkling eyes.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
* a smile automatically reach my face *
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
Haan, kyun nahi chale?
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Of course, why not?)
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*extended my hand toward her*
child 1
*immediately placed her tiny hand in mine*
Together we walked toward the temple garden where the rest of the children were waiting.
This place had always been my favorite. Whenever I felt lonely or burdened, I would come here, pray to Mahadev, and spend time with these innocent children.
Somehow, their laughter always managed to heal a small part of my heart.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
So, what are we playing today?
child 2
*Suddenly jumped up excitedly.*
child 2
Didi! Aaj hum alag game khelenge. Mujhe mil gaya!
child 2
(Sister! We're going to play a different game today. I've got it!)
child 2
*grabbed my hand enthusiastically.*
child 2
Didi, chalo Aankh Micholi khelte hain!
child 2
(Sister, let's play Blind Man's Buff!)
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*I laughed at his excitement*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Achha, theek hai. Hum Aankh Micholi khelenge. Toh pehle kaun aayega?)
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Alright then. We'll play Aankh Micholi. Who will go first?)
The children exchanged mischievous glances before turning toward me together.
child 3
Of course didi! Aap badi ho, toh pehle aap!
child 3
(Of course, sister! You're the eldest, so you'll go first!)
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*I shook my head, chuckling at their cleverness*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
Theek hai.
Using my dupatta, they blindfolded me and spun me around three times.
The moment they let go, the game began.
Laughter echoed around me from every direction as the children ran around trying to avoid being caught.
I stretched my hands forward and carefully moved around, trying to locate them through sound alone.
But every time I got close, they escaped, their giggles filling the garden.
Soon I started running after them, but my silver anklets betrayed me. Their constant jingling announced my every move.
The children found this extremely amusing.
child 2
Didi humein pakad ke dikhao!
Their laughter only made me more determined.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*My forehead collided with something hard*
Before I could react, I lost my balance
I waited for the painful impact with the ground.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*Wrap hand around her waist*
Strong arms wrapped around my waist.
For a moment, everything stood still.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*My breath hitched.*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*Slowly, I removed the dupatta covering my eyes.*
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*looking at her eyes*
The world came back into focus.
And then...
I saw him.
For a few seconds, neither of us spoke.
The world around us disappeared.
Lost in each other's gaze.
I had never seen eyes like his before.
And judging by the way he was looking at me, neither had he.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
"Shiva!"
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*break eye contact*
Both of us blinked and stepped away from each other.
The moment his hands left my waist, an unfamiliar emptiness settled inside me.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
[Why did it feel as though I had lost something?]
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*Embarrassed, I lowered my gaze*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
S-Sorry... mujhe nahi pata tha... main bas bachchon ke saath khel rahi thi...
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(I-I didn't know... I was just playing with the children...)
Without waiting for his response, I bowed my head slightly.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*bow*Once again, sorry.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*ran away like squirrel*
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*chuckle*
The last thing I heard before disappearing from there was his deep chuckle.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
"Good. Very good, Nandni. Kya din ki shuruaat hui hai."
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Great. What a wonderful start to the day.)
I mocked myself while taking out my phone and dialing my brother's number.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
"Ashish Bhai, aap kahan ho?"
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
(Brother Ashish, where are you?)
Ashish Goenka(3fl brother)
Princess, main bas mandir pahunch raha hoon. Tu bahar ruk, main aa raha hoon.
Ashish Goenka(3fl brother)
(Princess, I'm almost at the temple. Wait for me outside. I'm coming.)
Hearing his voice, I smiled and walked toward the temple entrance, completely unaware that fate had just introduced me to the man who would change my life forever.
I, Shiva Rudravaansh, bow before no one except my elder brother.
For me, it had always been nothing more than a distraction. A waste of time.
The Rudravaansh family was one of the most prestigious royal families in India. Power, respect, legacy, and honor flowed through our blood. People feared us, admired us, and obeyed us.
As for me, I respected very few people.
Earning my respect wasn't easy, but once someone earned it, I would stand beside them against the entire world.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
I lived life on my own terms.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
I did what I wanted.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
I went where I wanted.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
And I hated taking orders from anyone.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
The only people whose words I followed without question were my elder brother and my beloved Bhabhi Maa.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
To the world, she was the Maharani of Rajasthan.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
To me, she was family.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
She was kind, graceful, caring, and humble—the perfect queen in every sense.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
No wonder my brother loved her so much.
That morning, while we were having breakfast together, she looked at me and asked,
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
Shiv, will you accompany me to Neelkanth Mahadev Mandir today?
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*A smile instantly appeared on my face.*
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
Of course, Bhabhi Maa. I would love to.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
*Her eyes softened as she nodded.*
After breakfast, we left for the temple.
Bhabhi Maa was dressed in an elegant saree while I wore one of my usual tailored black suits.
The drive was peaceful, yet for some reason, I felt restless.
As soon as we reached Neelkanth Mahadev Mandir and stepped inside, an unfamiliar feeling settled within me.
It felt as if something...
Bhabhi Maa went inside the temple to offer her prayers while I remained standing near the entrance.
Chhan... Chhan... Chhan...
The melodious sound of anklets reached my ears.
For reasons I couldn't explain, I found myself following the sound.
Without realizing it, my feet led me toward the temple garden.
And that was when I saw her.
She stood amidst a group of laughing children, dressed in a simple white Anarkali suit.
Her long silky hair flowed freely down to her waist, dancing with the wind.
For a moment, she looked less like a human and more like a goddess descended from heaven.
The children had blindfolded her with a white dupatta as they played Aankh Micholi.
Her laughter echoed through the garden.
And before I knew it, I found myself staring.
So captivated that I unknowingly stepped right into her path.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
* collided with his chest.*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*Losing her balance, began to fall.*
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*wrapped arms around her waist and pulled her against me*
The moment she fell into my arms, something inside me changed
I had attended countless royal gatherings.
Met princesses from influential families.
Shared conversations with women who were considered the epitome of beauty
Had my heart reacted the way it did now.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
* trembled slightly against his chest*
For a moment, I forgot who I was.
All I knew was that I didn't want to let go.
As if my arms had finally found what they had been searching for all these years.
Slowly, she removed the dupatta covering her eyes.
And then...
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*her eye met with his eye*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*blink*
The world stopped.
No temple bells.
No children's laughter.
No voices.
Nothing.
There was only her.
And me.
Chocolate-brown eyes.
Deep.
Expressive.
Heartbreakingly beautiful.
I had seen beautiful women before.
But she...
She wasn't beautiful.
She was breathtaking.
The kind of beauty that doesn't steal your attention.
Her eyes held a thousand untold stories.
There was pain hidden within them.
Pain so deep that even her smile couldn't hide it.
And for some unknown reason, that pain hurt me.
I didn't even know her name.
I didn't know where she came from.
Yet seeing sadness in her eyes felt unbearable.
For the first time in my life, I wanted to protect someone.
I wanted to know who had hurt her.
Who had made those beautiful eyes carry so much sorrow.
And if that person existed...
God help them.
I, Shiva Rudravaansh, who never cared about anyone outside my family, was thinking about a stranger
Yet my heart had already accepted what my mind refused to understand.
She felt familiar.
As if I had known her for lifetimes.
As if destiny had finally placed the missing piece of my soul before me.
The more I looked at her, the stronger the feeling became.
The word appeared in my mind before I could stop it.
Not because I wanted to possess her.
But because every part of my being felt connected to hers.
As though fate itself was whispering her name into my soul
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
"Shiva!"
Bhabhi Maa's voice suddenly reached my ears.
The spell shattered instantly.
Reality returned.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
* immediately stepped away from me*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*Embarrass*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*Covered her face as she lowered her gaze*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
"S-Sorry... mujhe nahi pata tha... main bas bachchon ke saath khel rahi thi..."
(I-I didn't know... I was just playing with the children...)* bowed her head slightly.*
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
Once again, sorry.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
(For some reason, I didn't like that.
I didn't like seeing her apologize)
And I definitely didn't like seeing her lower her head in front of me.
I wanted to tell her that she had done nothing wrong.
That she never needed to apologize to me.
But before I could say anything, she turned around and ran away.
NANDINI GOENKA (3FL)
*ran away*
Very fast like a squirrel🐿️
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*chuckle escaped his lips and in deep voice*
"Who knows..."
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*I smirked*
"Maybe I will."
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
* watched her disappear, something strange happened*
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
[For the first time in years...
I felt disappointment.
I wanted one more second.]
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*One more glance*
One more heartbeat with her
Yet she was already gone
I don't know your name
I don't know your story
But I swear on the Rudravaansh blood flowing through my veins...
If destiny has written you for me, I will cross every distance, break every wall, and fight every battle to find you again.
Because from this moment onward, my heart belongs to the girl with the chocolate-brown eyes and silver anklets.
And whether she knows it or not...
My destiny just ran away from me.
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*walked back toward Bhabhi Maa, looked over his shoulder one last time toward the garden*
SHIVA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(3ML)
*A small smile appeared on his lips*
I had never believed in love at first sight.
In fact, I used to laugh at people who did
Yet today...
For the very first time...
I understood them.
Because somewhere between a pair of chocolate-brown eyes and the sound of silver anklets...
And I made a silent promise to myself
If fate brings you back to me...
If destiny allows our paths to cross again...
THEN I WILL MAKE YOU MINE
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Chapter 2
UDAIPUR – THE CITY OF LAKES
The city that whispers stories of love, passion, and timeless beauty.
A city where magnificent palaces stand proudly beside shimmering lakes, where every street carries echoes of history, and where every sunrise feels like the beginning of a fairytale.
In the heart of this enchanting city stood one of Rajasthan's most prestigious institutions—
Students rushed through corridors carrying books and assignments while professors hurried toward their lectures
Among them was a girl running as if her life depended on it.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
She was none other than Aishwarya Varma.
Dressed in a red suit, silver bangles adorning her wrists, delicate earrings swaying with every step, and her waist-length hair flowing behind her, she looked effortlessly beautiful.
The soft chime of her anklets echoed through the corridor as she ran.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Aaj toh meri izzat ka falooda hone wala hai
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
(Today my reputation is officially doomed.)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*looked at wristwatch and almost screamed*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Shabash Aishwarya. Khud professor ho aur khud hi apni class ke liye late ho.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
(Bravo Aishwarya. You're a professor who's late for her own lecture.)
If the Head of Department saw me now, I could already imagine his twenty-minute lecture on punctuality.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Bhag Aish, bhag!
(Run, Aish, run!)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*clutched my books closer and increased my speed.
*
Unfortunately...
I was too busy panicking to notice what was in front of me.
And then—
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*crashed into someone*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*straight to the floor*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Ouch!!
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*rubbed her waist drastically*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Hey Bhagwan! Yeh parvat beech mein kahan se aa gaya?
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
(Oh God! Where did this mountain come from?)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*looked up*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*Standing there like a mountain*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*Looking at her *
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*mesmerized*
Black shirt.
Broad shoulders.
Strong jawline.
Annoyingly handsome face
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*hand stretched toward her*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*Ignoring his hand completely, she stood up by herself and dusted off her clothes*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*glared at him*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Don't you have eyes? Can't you see where you're going?
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*His eyebrows rose*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
* withdrew his hand and crossed his arms.*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*clam voice*"Excuse me, Madam."
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
For your kind information, you're the one running around like a child.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* narrowed her eyes*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
By the way, which standard are you in, kid?
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* jaw dropped.*
Did this overgrown giraffe seriously just call me a kid?
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* straightened her shoulders*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Oh hello, Mister! For your kind information, I am not a kid."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*pointed proudly at herself*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"I am a professor of this university."
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*he smirked*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
"Oh. So we're playing Professor-Professor now?"
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*she stared at him*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Hello Mister! Height chhoti hai meri, lekin main sach mein professor hoon."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
(My height may be small, but I'm actually a professor.)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* folded her arms*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"And why am I even explaining myself to you? Tum ho kaun? Aur yahan kar kya rahe ho? Maine tumhe pehle kabhi nahi dekha."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
(Who are you and what are you doing here? I've never seen you before.)
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*He raised one eyebrow*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
"And why exactly should I answer a kid's questions?"
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* took a deep breath*
Murder is illegal, Aishwarya clam down
Before I could launch another attack, a familiar voice interrupted.
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"AISH!"
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*turned around*
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
* came running toward her*
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Tu yahan kya kar rahi hai? Tera lecture hai na? Hitler round pe nikla hua hai!"
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
(Aish! What are you doing here? Don't you have a lecture? Hurry up! Hitler is making rounds!)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*her soul nearly left her body*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Oh Mata Rani."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* looked toward the sky*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Bas aaj bacha lo."
(Please save me today.)
Before leaving, I pointed a warning finger at the irritating man.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Next time agar mere saamne apni bakwaas lekar aaye na..."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*Narrowed her eyes*"...toh muh tod dungi."
(If you come in front of me again with your nonsense, I'll break your face.)
Giving him one final glare, I ran toward my class.
After my lecture ended, I entered the staff room.
Maya immediately looked up from her desk.
The look on her face told me she was about to gossip.
And unfortunately...
I was right.
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Aish!"*She practically jumped from her chair.*
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
You know what?
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*sighed*"What?"
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
*Her eyes sparkled*
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"We have a new staff member."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"A new professor?"
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"No."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Then?"
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"A medical consultant."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Oh."* nodded*
But Maya wasn't finished.
In fact, she was just getting started.
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"He's so handsome!"
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Like literally a Greek God."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*rolled her eyes*
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"His eyes are grey-green, he's tall, handsome, rich-looking, and I swear he's exactly your type."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*Stared at her Then I smacked my forehead*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Pagal hai kya?"
(Are you crazy?)
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
* ignored her*"Tu usse setting kar le."
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
(Date him.)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"NO."
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Shaadi kar lena."
(Marry him.)
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"NO."
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Cute babies honge."
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Main godmother banungi."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*grabbed her bag dramatically*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
First, I want to become successful.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* placed a hand over her stomach*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"Second, I'm hungry."
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
*instantly stood up*
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
"Food?"
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Food
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
I'm ready *excited*
And just like that, our serious conversation ended.
A few minutes later, we headed toward the university canteen.
After completely stuffing ourselves with food, we returned to our respective work.
I was busy checking assignments when suddenly an announcement echoed throughout the university.
Principal
"Ms. Aishwarya Varma, please report to the Principal's Office."
Maya Gandhi (2Fl's Bff)
* immediately looked at aiswarya suspiciously*
The look on her face clearly said—
What have you done this time?
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
pointed at herself
"For once, I'm innocent."
Making my way toward the office, I knocked before entering.
The moment I stepped inside—
Because standing there was none other than...
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*eyes widened*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*His jaw tightened*
Clearly, he was just as thrilled to see me.
Before either of us could speak, the Principal smiled.
Principal
"Perfect timing."
*He gestured toward the man*
Principal
"Ms. Aishwarya, meet Mr. Rudra. He is our new Medical Consultant."
Principal
* Then he gestured toward her*
"And Mr. Rudra, meet Ms. Aishwarya Varma, one of our professors."
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
* extended his hand*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
* stared at it*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*Then at him*
*Then at his hand again*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*With the fakest smile in history, she shook it*
"Hello, Mr. Rudra."
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*His smile was equally fake*
"Hello, Ms. Verma."
The smiles were polite.
The murder in our eyes was not.
Completely unaware of the silent war happening before him, the Principal continued.
Principal
"Ms. Aishwarya, you'll be giving Mr. Rudra a complete university tour."
Three times
Surely I had heard wrong.
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
Sir....
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*pointed directly at Rudra*
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"I would rather jump into Fateh Sagar Lake."
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*Rudra folded his arms*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
"Funny."
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
*glared at him*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*He glared back*
The Principal looked between us and smiled.
Principal
"Perfect. You two are going to get along wonderfully."
Both of us spoke at exactly the same time.
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
"NO!"
AISHWARYA VERMA (2FL)
"NO!"
The moment she disappeared around the corner, silence returned to the corridor
My attention remained where she had been standing
I didn't even know her properly, yet her name had already settled somewhere in my mind.
A small smile escaped my lips
In all these years, nobody had dared to speak to me like that
Most people became nervous after hearing my surname
She had practically declared war on me within the first five minutes of meeting me
And the most ridiculous part?
I wasn't even angry.
I was amused.
Very amused.
As I turned to leave, something silver on the floor caught my attention.
I bent down and picked it up.
A delicate anklet.
The tiny bells attached to it jingled softly in my hand.
Instantly, I remembered the sound echoing through the corridor before someone crashed into me.
Chhan... Chhan... Chhan...
So it belonged to her.
My fingers tightened around the anklet.
For a moment, I considered handing it to the lost and found department.
Then I imagined her panicking while searching for it.
And somehow...
I slipped the anklet into my pocket instead
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*smirk appeared on his face*
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
Looks like fate wants us to meet again, baby Professor.
The rest of the day passed in meetings and formalities.
I attended discussions with the management board, completed paperwork, and reviewed university medical facilities.
But no matter how much I tried to focus...
A certain angry professor kept appearing in my mind.
Her furious eyes.
Her dramatic expressions.
Her endless complaints.
And that ridiculous threat about breaking my face.
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
*Shook his head*
"Crazy girl."
Yet for some reason, I found myself smiling again
Hours later, I was sitting inside the Principal's office
Before joining the university, I had given one condition
My identity as Rudra Singh Rudravaansh would remain a secret
No prince.
No royal title.
No special treatment.
I wanted to investigate quietly.
The Principal had agreed.
I was reviewing some documents when he suddenly picked up the intercom.
Principal
"Please send Ms. Aishwarya Varma to my office."
The moment I heard her name, my hand froze
So the little firecracker's full name was Aishwarya
For reasons I couldn't explain, I found myself looking toward the door
And when it finally opened...
The same stubborn attitude
The same girl who had called me a mountain
For the first time that day, my boredom disappeared completely
RUDRA SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(2ML)
This was going to be interesting*smirk*
Chapter 3
No matter how carefully you plan it, fate always finds a way to surprise you
Sometimes it gives you happiness
Sometimes it gives you pain
It gives you a person you never knew your heart was waiting for
Leaning against the balcony railing of the Rudravaansh Palace, I silently watched the morning sun paint the sky in shades of gold.
A cool breeze brushed against my face
Yet my attention wasn't on the sunrise
It was on the woman standing a few feet away from me.
My wife.
The woman who unknowingly ruled my thoughts
The woman who never realized the effect she had on me
Anushree Rajveer Singh Rudravaansh.
Dressed in a simple suit, she was arranging flowers in a silver vase
Completely unaware that her husband had been staring at her for the last ten minutes
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*A small smile appeared on his lips*
And just like always...
My mind drifted back to the day everything began.
The magnificent Amer Fort stood proudly against the evening sky.
Every stone carried centuries of history.
Every wall whispered stories of warriors, kings, sacrifices, and love.
I had come there for a business meeting
One of my important clients, Mr. Rajput, had insisted on meeting inside the fort.
Normally I would have refused.
But business required compromises
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*he climbed the ancient steps*
MR. Rana
* approached Rajveer*
MR. Rana
Khama Ghani, Rajasa. Myself Rana, assistant of Mr. Rajput*fold hand*🙏🏻
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
Nice to meet you. Now take me to Mr. Rajput. I'm already late*nod*
MR. Rana
This way, Rajasa.*show the direction*
As we walked through the fort, I couldn't help admiring its beauty.
The magnificent courtyards
The breathtaking Sheesh Mahal
Everything reflected the grandeur of Rajasthan
For nearly an hour, I listened to presentations, proposals, and numbers.
And then...
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*frown hearing the voice*
Chhan... Chhan... Chhan...
The sound of anklets.
Soft.
Rhythmic.
Mesmerizing
For some reason, the sound pulled at something inside me
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*tried to ignore*
Chhan... Chhan... Chhan...
Without realizing it, I found myself standing
Mr.Rajput( business partner)
*still talking*
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*he wasn't listening *
The anklets had completely stolen my attention
Almost as if they were calling me
I followed the sound through the corridors of Amer Fort
Until I reached an open courtyard.
And there...
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*saw her*
For a moment, I forgot how to breathe
A girl dressed in traditional Rajasthani attire danced gracefully beneath the golden rays of the setting sun
The sunlight surrounded her like a halo
Making her appear less human...
Like a goddess descended from heaven
Her long hair flowed behind her with every movement
The heavy silver anklets around her feet created the same enchanting melody that had led me there.
I couldn't see her face clearly.
Yet somehow...
I couldn't look away.
I had met countless women in my life
None of them had ever managed to hold my attention for more than a few minutes
She had captured it without even trying
And for the first time in years...
I simply stood there and watched.
Because the word beautiful wasn't enough for her
She was something beyond beauty.
Something beyond words.
Something my heart couldn't explain.
A mobile phone was placed in front of her
Only then did I realize she had been live-streaming
？？？
So that's it for today. If anyone has questions, you can ask.
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*Stood silently in a corner*
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*Listening*
One viewer asked why she never revealed her face
？？？
Because I don't want to.
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*chuckle*
Another question appeared.
And for some strange reason...
Relief washed over me.
A relief I had no right to feel
Because I didn't even know her.
Then someone asked about her family
？？？
*smile on her face faded*
？？？
My father loves me very much.
？？？
But my stepmother doesn't consider me her daughter.*mumbled to herself*
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*Didn't heard*
I don't know why she was sad
The pain in her voice hit me unexpectedly
For the first time, I wanted to walk toward her
To tell her she wasn't alone.
To tell her she deserved better.
But I remained where I was.
Silent.
Listening.
Watching.
A few minutes later, she ended the live stream.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
Thank you for supporting the ANSU DANCE family. Love you all.
As she packed her things, another girl approached her.
Siya Joshi (1FL's BFF)
"Anushri! I told you to tell me before disappearing. Your father is looking for you."
The name echoed inside my mind
But I never wanted to forget it
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
RAJASA!
Anushree voice pulled me back to the present
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*Blinked*
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
*standing in front of him*
No one dared raise their voice before me.
No one except her.
And strangely...
I liked it.
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
What happened?
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
*She hesitated*
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
*Playing nervously with the edge of her saree*
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
I wanted to ask for permission.
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*raised an eyebrow*
Permission for what?
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
I want to visit the temple
She looked almost nervous asking me.
As though I would refuse.
As though I would ever deny her anything.
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*A smile tugged at his lips*
Okay.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
*Her eyes widened"
Really?
RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH(1ML)
*Nodded*
But take security with you.
The smile that appeared on her face was worth more than every business deal I had ever signed.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
Thank you, Rajasa
She looked genuinely happy.
And somehow...
That made me happy too.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER RUDRAVAANSH (1FL)
Come downstairs soon. Everyone is waiting for breakfast.
Leaving behind the faint fragrance of jasmine
No idea that she was the same girl from Amer Fort
The same girl whose anklets had led me toward her
The same girl who had unknowingly stolen the heart of Rajasthan's king
The same girl who now carried my surname
ANUSHREE RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH
People say destiny is written by God
Because out of millions of people in this world...
Fate brought her to me.
And now?
No force in this world could take her away.
Anyone who dared hurt her...
Would answer to me.
Because protecting Anushree wasn't merely my duty as a husband.
It was the promise my heart had made long before she became my wife.
Dance.
It wasn't just my passion.
It was my escape.
My language.
My home.
In a world where people rarely understood feelings, dance understood every emotion I carried inside me
Every pain.
Every dream.
Every tear.
Every hope.
My father once told me that my mother had been a classical dancer.
She passed away after giving birth to me.
Many people called me unlucky.
Some even blamed me for her death.
But my father never did.
He loved me enough for both parents.
And because of him, I survived.
Unfortunately, not everyone shared his love.
My stepmother hated me.
No matter what I did, it was never enough
Slowly, I became tired.
Tired of accusations.
Tired of loneliness.
Tired of constantly proving my innocence.
So I found comfort in dance.
I created my channel—
ANSU DANCE
A place where nobody judged me.
A place where I could breathe.
A place where I could simply be myself.
And maybe that was why I never revealed my face.
Because the world knew Ansu.
But nobody knew Anushri.
And I preferred it that way.
Looking back now...
Life had changed so much.
Because today, I wasn't Anushree Sharma anymore.
ANUSHREE RAJVEER SINGH RUDRAVAANSH.
Wife of Rajasthan's king.
Four months had passed since our marriage.
Yet sometimes it still felt unreal.
Rajveer and I barely spoke.
We respected each other.
But we weren't truly husband and wife.
Perhaps he had been forced into this marriage too.
Perhaps destiny had trapped both of us together.
I didn't know
But one thing was certain.
I loved his family.
Especially Shiva.
He was the heart of the Rudravaansh family.
He could make anyone smile within seconds.
As for the future?
I had no idea what destiny had planned for me.
I was willing to wait and find out
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