RUDVI (His Innocent Vows)
Prologue.
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Welcome To RUDVI (His Innocent Vows)
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I am so excited to share this story with you all. This is a deep blend of dark Mafia power, Pure innocence, Age gap and An unshakable bond.
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Disclaimer - This story contains dark romance themes, mafia action and heavy emotional themes.
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In my kitchen and in my syndicate, nothing burns unless I allow it to. I don't get attached, I don't get distracted and i certainly don't let a woman enter my pulse. ❄️
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No one enters my chest unless I let them and I don't give away keys. I have survived bullets wound, betrayals and blood wars because I feel nothing.❄️
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(sitting in the mandap with dark eyes and cold face while performing the rituals)
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(holding her hand in his firm grip and guiding her carefully through the sacred wedding rituals)
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(leaned closer to his ear) Suno na...
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Your hand is so big. My whole palm got hidden inside yours.
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(glancing down at her tiny hand engulfed in his, jaw tightened)
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(giggling) I tied so many secret mango candies in the corner of my dupatta. I didn't tell anyone, not even mummy. If you feed me yummy cake and kinder joy then I will give you one candy, okay?
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(eyes widened, turns his head and look at her through the veil)
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What the hell, is she actually five? (muttered under his breath)
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(placed the mango candy directly into his lap)
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Yeh lo. Advance bribe. Ab hum best friends ho gaye, handsome uncle.
(In English - Here, take this. Advance bribe. Now we are best friends, handsome uncle)
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(staring at the candy in his lap)
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How could she look at me like that...she looked at me like I was a stranger. In those eyes, there was nothing for me, just a strange, hollow emptiness.
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(tear slipped down his cheek) She was asking who are you? How do I explain to her that I'm her husband, her everything, she forgot her handsome uncle, she forget her husband.
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(clenching his fist against his chest) I can fight the whole world, I can erase every enemy but how do I fight her memories? Take everything of mine, my name, my wealth, my life but give my baby back to me. Please, don't snatch my princess away from me.
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(drops down onto one knee and take his hand in hers)
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(breath hitched, eyes widened) Hey ..what are you doing? Get up, baby, the floor is cold, you'll hurt your knees...
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Shhh...aap chup chap wahin khade rahiye aur meri baat suniye.
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Aaj main aapse officially puchna chahti hoon kya aap mere saath phir se shadi karenge? Phir se mere Best friend, aur mere handsome husband banenge? Always and forever?
(In English - So now i want to ask you officially, will you marry me again? Will you become my best friend and my handsome husband again? Always and forever?)
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(dropping down onto both knees in front of her)
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(cupped her face, resting his forehead against hers)
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Main aapse ek baar nahi, hazaar baar shadi karunga, my princess. Main har janam mein bas aapka hoon.
(In English - i won't marry you just once, i will marry you a thousand times, my princess. In every lifetime, i belong only to you.)
1.
The heavy steel door groaned as it swing shut, locking out the noise of the outside world and sealing the cold, damp air inside the underground concrete basement. The only illumination came from a single, flickering bulb hanging from an exposed wire, casting harsh, jagged shadows across the blood spattered floor.
Tied securely to a rusting metal chair in the center of the room, a man, his bloodied face contorted in absolute terror.
Man..
P.... please...I swear I didn't steal from the shipment. It was mistake. Pl... please have ...mercy. (choked out)
Standing in the dim shadows directly in front of him, entirely unbothered by the frantic begging, was a towering man with dark tattoos. He moved with the terrifying grace of a predator that knew it owned the dark.
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(picked the long, sleek silver knife)
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(took one slow step forward and stopped right in front of the shaking man)
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You broke my rule and in my house mistakes are paid for in blood. ❄️
A sharp, blood-curdling scream echoed off the damp concrete walls, only to be cut off short into a gurgling gasp. The heavy silver chef's knife sliced through the dark room with terrifying precision. Within seconds, the room feel dead silent save for the rhythmic, steady dripping of red onto the cold stone floor.
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(casually pulled a handkerchief from his pocket and began wiping the blood off his knife)
CLANG.
The heavy steel basement door suddenly burst open, throwing a wider rectangle of yellow light into the gloomy room. Two tall figures stepped down the stairs, entirely unbothered by the metallic stench of blood hanging in the air.
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Damn it, Rudhvik. (pinched the bridge of his nose)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Unbelievable. Absolutely unbelievable. Bro, today at night is your wedding. You're literally supposed to be putting on a designer sherwani in a few hours and here you are chopping up traitors in a underground dungeon.
Enzo Vance/ ML Bodyguard
We've secured the perimeter outside, Boss. But Dhruv Sir is right about the time.
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Seriously, man. What if Aunty finds out you were here doing blood work on your wedding day? She won't just kill you with a flying broom, she'll chase Enzo and me down the street with it too. I value my skin, Rudhvik.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(tossed the bloodied handkerchief onto the lifeless body)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
My mother won't find out unless one of you opens your mouth.❄️
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
Clean this place up, Enzo. I have a restaurant to oversee before I put on a meaningless costume for a meaningless wedding.❄️
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
(rolled his eyes)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Meaningless costume, huh? Just wait till Aunty catches you smelling like iron instead of rosewater.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(started walking towards the exit gate)
Rudhvik didn't even pause as he reached the top of the concrete stairs. He pushed open the heavy door leading into the private alley behind the basement pulling a silver cigarette case from his pocket.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
The evening reservation list needs my signature and the truffles for tonight's tasting menu haven't been inspected. (flicking open a zippo lighter)❄️
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
(stepped right in front of him, blocking his path)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Whoa, whoa, whoa. Stop right there, Rudhvik Rajawat. ❄️
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Aunty ji ka direct order hai, unhone saaf saaf kaha hai, "Dhruv mere bete ko sidha ghar leke aana. Agar woh apne kitchen gaya toh main usse haldi ki jagah mirchi laga doongi".
(In English - Aunty Ji's direct order. She clearly said, "Dhruv, bring my son straight home. If he goes to his kitchen, I'll rub chilli powder on him instead of turmeric")
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(jaw tightened, lowered his lighter)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
Get out of my way, Dhruv. (said in a low, dangerous tone)❄️
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Not a chance, bro. Today is your haldi ceremony. The ritual starts in two hours and you're going there to inspect truffles. If you don't reach home today, Aunty will eat both of us alive.
Enzo Vance/ ML Bodyguard
(walked up behind them) Dhruv Sir, is correct, Boss. Mrs. Rajawat has already called my phone three times in the last ten minutes. She threatened to fire me if you aren't in your room within half an hour.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(let out a harsh, bitter scoff)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(snapped his zippo shut with a loud clack)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(rolled his eyes) Sab pagal ho gaye hain. (muttered under his breath, sliding his cigarette back into its case)
With an annoyed, heavy sigh, Rudhvik brushed past Dhruv and climbed into the back seat of the car. Dhruv let out a massive sigh of relief, quickly jumping into the passenger seat while Enzo took the wheel.
The heavy engine roared to life with a quiet, powerful purr as the car pulled over of the grimy alley way and merged into the highway, speeding straight toward the sprawling majestic gates of the Rajawat Mansion.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(leaned his head back against the leather seat, staring out of the window)
The car glided smoothly through the tall, ornate wrought iron gates of the Rajawat mansion. The vast estate was glowing, adorned with glittering fairy lights, lush marigold garlands and majestic yellow draped for the grand wedding festivities.
As soon as the car ground to a gentle halt in the grand driveway, Dhruv leaped out of the front seat.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(stepped out)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
Name- Rudhvik Rajawat
Age- 30 years old
Profession- Master Chef & Mafia king of Russia.
Rudhvik is a powerful, dark and terrifyingly cold man. To the high society World he is an elite, Michelin star executive chef who controls every flavor in his high end restaurant with absolute perfection.
Behind closed doors, however, he is the deadly Russian Mafia, a ruthless ruler of the underworld who built an empire on iron rules, loyalty and blood.
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Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
(came there and looked at him with anger)
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Rudhvik Rajawat. Yahan aao abhi ke abhi.
(In English - Rudhvik Rajawat. Come here right this second.)
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Pagal ho gaye ho tum? Kitne baje hain pata hai?
(In English - Have you lost your mind? Do you know what time it is?)
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Aaj tumhari haldi aur shaadi hai. Poora khandaan yahan aakar baitha hai aur tum apne kaam mein busy ho? Tumhe shaadi ki koi fikar hai bhi ya nahi?
(In English - Today is your haldi and Wedding ceremony. The entire family is sitting here waiting and you're busy with your work? Do you care about this wedding at all or not?)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(sighed) Maa, I had work to finish...
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
What kind of urgent work was more important than your own wedding? If you were two minutes late, I would have told Dhruv to kidnap you and bring you here.
Vardhan Rajawat/ ML Father
Aree Vamika, meri jaan, bas karo. Bacche ki jaan logi kya.
Vardhan Rajawat/ ML Father
Chhod do usse, Vamika. He came from finishing his work. He knows his responsibilities.
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
(let out an annoyed breath)
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Your father always takes your side.
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Ab change karne ka time nahi hai. We are already running so late. You'll apply the haldi in this dark shirt itself. Right after the ritual, you can go straight to your room, take a bath and directly start getting ready for the wedding. The baraat has to leave on time, and I am not letting my son be late to his own venue.
Vardhan Rajawat/ ML Father
Listen to your mother, Rudhvik. You can kill as many enemies as you want in a day but in this house, Vamika's word is the absolute law. Sit down and let them put the yellow haldi on you.
Rehan Rajawat/ ML Brother
Ghar ka don hoga baahar, yahan toh mumma ka pyaar baccha hai. (came there with a evil grin)
Aarav Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Bhai, tayyar ho jao. Today, we'll cover your entire 'mafia don' look in turmeric. (cracking his knuckles)
Advaith Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Careful, Aarav. If you ruin his hair, he might make you disappear before the baraat even leaves.
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Hayee, nazar na lage mere bache ko.
Rudhvik sat on the ornate low stool like a silent, towering statue. His jaw remained clenched, his pitch black eyes dark and Stoic, enduring the sticky yellow paste being ruthlessly smeared all over his neck, arms and face by his family.
Standing a few feet away, Enzo, stood at absolute attention in his dark suit. He was trying his best to keep a straight face but a tiny, rare smirk twitched at the corner of his lips.
Aarav Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
(suddenly turned around, spotting Enzo)
Aarav Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Hey Enzo bhaiya. Why are you standing far away? Come here, you're our family too, you should get some turmeric too.
Before Enzo could smoothly step back into the shadows, Aarav and Rehan lunged forward, wiping yellow paste straight across Enzo's spotless suit and cheeks.
Enzo Vance/ ML Bodyguard
(froze)
Enzo Vance/ ML Bodyguard
(blinking in absolute disbelief)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
(burst into laughter from the couch)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Enzo, tumhara bhi shaadi ka muhoorat nikalwa de kya?
(In English - Enzo, should we get a wedding date fixed for you too?)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(glanced sideways at Enzo, amused smirk flickering on his own lips)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
Enough. (standing up from the stool and wiping a bit of paste near his eyes)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
I'm going to wash this off and put on the sherwani.
Vamika Rajawat/ ML Mother
Go. Today my son will look like the most handsome groom. (patting his yellow stained cheek)
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(standing in front of the mirror)
Rudhvik stood motionless in center of his dimly lit, lavish dressing suite. The heavy, cream-colored sherwani fit his broad shoulders impeccably, threaded with intricate gold zari embroidery and delicate mirror work that caught the soft room light. Layered elegantly across his chest was a regal multi strand pearl necklace anchored by a antique pendant while a matching silk stole draped effortlessly over his arm.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
(adjusting his cuffs)
Aarav Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Bhai. Oho, ho, kya baat hai. (enter inside the room)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
(clapped his hand together)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Bhaisaab. It looks like some king walked straight out of his throne room. Looking sharp, Rajawat.
Rehan Rajawat/ ML Brother
(walked around Rudhvik, nodding in approval) Maan na padega, bhai. White and cream suits your dark villian energy too well.
Advaith Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Yeah, if he just adds a tiny bit of smile maybe the bride won't get scared and run away.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
Advaith, do you want to stay home tonight or are you coming to the venue?❄️
Advaith Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
(instantly raised his hands in surrender) Alright, alright. I'm quite, groom king.
Devika Pratap/ Dhruv sister
(enter inside)
Devika, Dhruv's sister, she looked stunning, draped in a gorgeous intricately patterned green lehnga with a sheer dupatta gracefully draped over her shoulder. Her hair was half tied, her expressive eyes scanned the room instantly landing directly on the corner where Advaith was leaning against the wall.
Devika Pratap/ Dhruv sister
Advaith Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
(lifted his eyes and looked straight onto Devika's eyes)
Rehan Rajawat/ ML Brother
(nudged Aarav with his elbow) Dekh, aa gayi Advaith ki deewani.
Aarav Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Bhai, deewani toh aisi hai ki bechari saal bhar se iske ek look ke liye tarasti hai aur yeh hai ki roz aur zyada dangerous lagne ki kasam khata hai.
(In English - Bro, she's so crazy that she spends the whole year craving a single look from him and he practically takes a vow every day to look even more dangerous.)
Devika Pratap/ Dhruv sister
(cleared her throat) Um...Vamika aunty sent me. She wanted to check if everyone is ready especially the groom, because the muhurat is approaching.
Rudhvik Rajawat/ ML
Tell maa, I'm ready.
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
(looked at his sister, his eyes narrowing in playful suspicion)
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Wait a minute, why are you looking so extraordinarily beautiful today, Devika, are you trying to steal the spotlight from the groom?
Devika Pratap/ Dhruv sister
I am always this beautiful, bhai. You're just blind.
Dhruv Pratap/ ML Bestfriend
Yeah, yeah, I have to be blind because someone else in this room staring at you like a hawk.
Aarav Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
Sahi kaha, Dhruv bhai. Kuch logon ke liye toh poora room Khali ho jata hai jab samne wali aati hai.
(In English - Well said, Dhruv Bhai. For some people, the whole room clears out the moment she walks in.)
Advaith Rajawat/ ML Cousin Brother
(slowly pushed himself off the wall, his eyes never leaving Devika's face as he took a step forward)
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