Karna took Draupadi to palace with him. They both reached the palace, Karna waited at the entrance, he wrote a letter and call a servant to give it to Vrushali. Vrushali got the letter, reading the letter she had mixed emotions it true she wants to accept Draupadi, being a woman herself she could easily guess what her thoughts would be after Dyut. Pandavas weren't as discreet as they believed, having a great spy network Vrushali knew exactly where they were and what they were doing. Karna being promise abiding person never read anything related to them as it will be called interference but she knew about everything. About Yudhishthir, draupadi and Sahdev being near forest of Brahmnagri and penance of other three. She told not to observe those who were away penancing but she definitely had tab in what these three were doing. She sighed she knew this was going to happen and she herself has told Karna to give second chance to Draupadi but it is never easy for a woman to share her husband. But sometimes for Dharm sacrifices neede to done. She had complete faith in her husband that his love for her will never diminish that she knew of her Radhey still it didn't mean it was easy. She knew this day would come and she herself has paved way for Karna to accept Draupadi. She immediately send Dasi to gather everyone at the entrance of palace gates and she left to welcome Karna and Draupadi. She went and prepared everything necessary to welcome them.

After some time Everyone of Karna's family gathered at the entrance. Bheeshma, Adhiratha, Radha, Ghandhari, Hidimba, Bhanumati, Eklavya, Dushala, Ghatotkach, lakhmana and Apoorva. They except Apoorva were shocked seeing Karna and Draupadi at the entrance. Only Bheeshma, Radha and Adhiratha coul guess what could it possibly mean other were just gobsmacked see them together. They were so shocked that no one could say anything so Ghandhari was confused what was happening. Not only them but Draupadi was also shocked seeing Ghandhari, bhanumati and Dushala here. She heard of them leaving as words of them leaving has reached them in Indraprastha only. They were hot topic in Aaryavrat both them leaving and disappearing from the face of Aaryavrat. She knew Karna has warned her of surprise but this was still too much for her. She can see everyone were bewildered and looking them surprised but she could see the look of realisation in Karna's parents and surprisingly in Bheeshma. She has ofcourse seen her in morning but she didn't expect him to live in palace. She could still see the worried expression on their face. She could guess how Radha and Adhiratha know but she couldn't get how Bheeshma knew. Ghandhari was fed up with sudden silence.

Ghandhari : Will anyone tell me what is happening. Radha tell me why is there a sudden silence here.

Before Radha could say anything, voice of Vrushali came.

Vrushali : We are welcoming a member of our family, badi Maa.

Everyone turned around to see Vrushali was also coming there with thal of aarti. Vrushali especially said this to let Radha and Adhiratha know she has no problem with this. She knew they would be worried about this and her. She knew they consider her their daughter especially Adhiratha, for him her happiness was as or even more important than Karna. Hearing her she could see their surprised expression. But other were more confused. Vrushali came to entrance.

Ghandhari : Which member Putri and how I never met them till now.

Vrushali : Mata, we are welcoming first wife of Aarya. I know you and everyone has many questions, don't worry we all will talk but not now or here. We will talk about it after welcoming her. Please maa accept my request.

Ghandhari was shocked but she nodded,as she thought it must be very personal matter why they didn't knew or meet first wife of Karna. She knew Karna loved and respect her as him mother so it must be something very personal that he or anyone didn't tell her. Everyone else except Bheeshma, Radha, Adhiratha and Apoorva were even more shocked and their eyes widened even more. They wanted to speak but Vrushali words stop them. They too nodded their heads. Bheeshma, Radha and Adhiratha to nodded as these matters should be spoken in private. Draupadi was great full to Vrushali, she knew Vrushali has stopped a barrage of question headed towards her which she had to answer publically here. She was ready to let world know her relationship with Karna but it was still too soon and sudden for her. Atleast now she could get over the shock of people of Hastinapur here. Vrushali came forward with smile and welcomed Draupadi. Every ritual to welcome the bride was done by her. Karna was quietly watching Vrushali, he can see that though she accepted it but it was still hard for her. He knew she did everything to let him do his dharm otherwise she could easily told him to not accept Draupadi and he would agree with her in a heartbeat but like him she too was righteous. Rituals were done Vrushali personally escorted Draupadi to one of chamber in the palace. Others followed them except Apoorva who was told to go and play as she is too young to be part of this conversation. Karna too went with everyone. Being the magical and mayavi palace every chamber are everready for someone to settle in. Before coming her Vrushali has asked a servant to make sure everything was there in chamber.

Upon reaching the chamber, Vrushali sat Draupadi on bed and sat beside her. Draupadi was greatfull to her for her throughout support. Everyone came inside and door of chamber were closed. Everyone was silent they were inquisitive but didn't want to be one to be first to question. There must be some reason behind it that they have realised. Ghandhari broke the silence.

Ghandhari : Tell me now Putri, I want to know who is fist wife of Karna and how come she was never here or we haven't heard about her before.

Karna : I will tell you Mata. My fist wife is Draupadi. I got married to her when all Pandavas married to her.

Ghandhari : What? How? Why?

Vrushali : Mata please listen to everything first. There were circumstances behind it.

Karna then told everyone they married because of Mahadev's boon and after that they parted their ways because Draupadi rejected him. He didn't went on details how or what Pandavas, Drupad and Kunti said or did but just story of their marriage and after that Draupadi rejected him. Only Bheeshma and Vrushali knew complete truth as he didn't even told his parents about it.

Ghatotkach : You rejected Mamashree, why?

Draupadi was going to answer but Karna beat her to it.

Karna : She has to do it to save her father's reputation even if she didn't had any reason it is her right as a woman to decide who she want to accept as her husband. Putra, this society is very cruel especially to a woman. This society oppress women the most, a woman's life is very hard Putra. She has to perform various duties and responsibilities. Womens fee will are snached since they take birth, As a maiden she and her actions are burdened by honour of her father, brother and her kul and mairrage adds to the list as she has to think about her husband, and his family's reputation too. If anything happens the society point finger at women first. No one blame father if child misbehaves but they question upbringing of his mother. They question if a woman has more than one husband but they never question men who has several wives.

Everyone was quiet hearing his answers and sadly agreed with him. Women in the room were especially impressed and touched by what he said. They never met any man who has such thoughts. Draupadi never thought she could be anymore impressed by him than she already is but here he continuously surprise her with his thoughts.

Ghandhari : Everything you said is truth Putra, how I envy Radha to have a son like you.

Karna : I am your Putra too Mata.

Ghandhari : Yes Putra you are. But I wish I gave birth to you.

Hearing him few people still in the room but Karna smiled.

Karna : Mata, relationship between mother and child isn't limited to giving birth. Sometimes bonds is stronger than blood. Don't you think Mata.

Ghandhari : Yes, Putra you are right.

Listening to Karna only few people like Bheeshma and Vrushali understood what he meant. There is relief in Radha and Adhiratha. Karna saw that with corner of his eyes. Karna then told everyone that Draupadi has asked for second chance and he has decided to give to her. He told them of their discussion in the morning. Everyone in the room decided accept things as it is. Clearly Vrushali is with Karna and she too accepted her, her actions clearly shows her support. They decided to not interfere and complicate the situation. They have complete faith in Karna and Vrushali and their decision. After hearing everything they knew they can't truly but circumstances. Males in the room decided to leave and let women talk.

Ghandhari : Putri Draupadi, I have always wanted to meet you to ask apology for what sons tried to do. I thank Mahadev daily that Karna came and saved you. Please forgive me for what they did to you. I truly failed as a mother.

Bhanumati : I am sorry for what Aarya did to you. I too failed as wife.

Dushala : I am sorry for whatever happened to you.

Lakshmana : I am sorry too and ashamed of what my father did.

Draupadi : No, you don't need to apologise to me. I never blamed you for whatever happened to me. I have heard how you too left next day but I am surprised to find you here. How did you all come here badi Maa? You scared everyone when you suddenly left and nobody could find you?

Ghandhari then told how she came here with Dushala to apologise and spend their entire life in Shiv-parvati temple. But Karna accepted her and Dushala, since then they were living in Brahmnagri. She told bhanumati came with Vrushali after her Digvijaya but her children came before. She also told her Dushala is married to Eklavya and little girl at the entrance was her daughter Apoorva. Women talked a while after that every except Radha and Vrushali was left. Others deliberately left to let them talk. There was silence in room, Draupadi immediately touched Radha's feet.

Draupadi : I am sorry for I have done, Please forgive me.

Radha : Stand up Putri, there is no need to bring the past now. Karna forgave you that is enough, you don't need to apologise to anyone else. Since Vrushali and Karna accepted you then you are part to f this family now. Let's forget the past. Stay blessed.

Saying that Radha left, leaving Vrushali and Draupadi in the room. There is silence in the room. Both knew how awkward it is to be there but there is no escaping the situation now.

Draupadi : I am thankful for whatever you did for me. I know as a woman it is not easy.

Vrushali (sighed) : It was right thing to do, you were married to him and it would be not right to not accept you when you have felling towards him. Yeara ago it didn't matter as you didn't have that. As a woman I too know how you felt about him after Dyut. I also know how you have spent last 12 years that is the reason I have accepted you despite what have done to Radhey in the past.

Draupadi (shocked) : How?

Vrushali : I know what you did because I am not only his wife but best friend since childhood too and he never hides anything from me. Did you reall think no one was able to follow you or kept tab on you after you left Indraprastha for vanwas. Let me tell you there is only little information about Aaryavrat that me and Karna don't know. He didn't knew because of his promise to never interfere in your life but I didn't have such restrictions. I know exactly where you all were and what you all did.

Draupadi was quiet hearing Vrushali, she exactly showed why she was wife of Karna and a queen. Not only she is generous and righteous but she helped Karna in important decisions too.

Draupadi : I am sorry for whatever I did to him.

Vrushali : I know that. Don't worry it will take sometimes for everyone to accept you too but as Karna has forgiven you, your biggest hurdle is behind you. So Pandavas are here too. Ummmm

Draupadi was once again shocked, Vrushali smiled at her.

Vrushali : Of course, I can guess that. Not only Brahmnagri is most isolated but they would never leave you alone after what happened to you. Go and take a bath and rest someone will call you when breakfast will be ready.

Draupadi : I am again thankful and grateful for whatever you did. I just want to be part of his life. He too have told me he can't give me same love as you and for him you will be his priority.

Vrushali : I know, don't worry me being priority doesn't mean he would be partial. Radhey would never do that. Now freshen up and take rest. After breakfast he will introduce you to Sabha. I have arranged every thing for you

Draupadi was again shocked, she didn't think he would do that for her. She would have completely understood if he wants their relationship a secret after all entire Aaryavrat know she was common wife of Pandavas.

Vrushali : Draupadi, don't be too shocked. All your opinion about him good or bad were because you have heard from someone else. You don't know him that's reason you understand him. Whe he said he has forgiven you and accepted you as his wife then he will abide his words. He isn't one to be influenced by the opinion of others since childhood. You are his wife and you will get all the rights you deserve.

Vrushali too left the room, leave astonished Draupadi.