Three chariots were moving towards the borders of Hastinapur, the patrolling soldiers saw them but the occupants of three chariots were too shocked and astonished. For their duties they had to stop the chariots but they also knew they couldn't do that because the chariot were carrying the former back bone of Hastinapur Mahamahim Bheeshma himself, a position left vacant since he left in his honour and respect for all ue uad done for Hastinapur. Though he left, his position still holds according to the order of their king. Mahamahim himself was riding with another man and what's shocking was the man beside him was on equal sitting as him. Not only that but other chariots have the mother, wife and daughter of their king while the last one has the Maharathi Eklavya of Brahamnagri along with the only Princess of Hastinapur and a little girl. It was pretty apparent what this shows. None of them were someone they could stop, luckily for them prince Vikarna was also there whose race was showing the plethora of emotions going inside him. Three fast paced chariots reached there and Vikarna was there with some soldiers to do the proper bidding, he came after sending a soldier to inform others in the palace of the arrival of unexpected guests.

Chariots stopped there, there was complex emotions from both sides. Vikarna was very happy that they are here but one part of his mind was angry too because of abandonment. On the other hand the guests too have several things going on in their mind. Only condition of Duryodhana was there in their mind but they realised seeing and hearing that Vikarna was here, that their deeds have hurted almost all their family members. Everyone descended from the chariot.

Vikarna (Blank face) : Pranipat. What should I address you as O guests?

His question was the arrows that pierced the heart of Gandhari and Bheeshma. Others like Dushala, Bhanumati and lakhmana were teary eyed too. Apoorva was new to everything while Karna and Eklavya sighed. This wasn't totally unexpected by them. They knew angee of Vikarna was justified and it's just not him but others in Hastinapur were angry or would be angry. Karna and Eklavya along with little Apoorva went to the side and let the family talk among themselves.

Ghandhari (crying) : Putra Vikarna, what are you saying. I am your mother, this is your Pitamah and family members.

Vikarna (hiding the pain) : I am sorry, but all the people you are talking about have left our family and abandoned us. One who was always there for us is our Jyeshtha and even he isn't injured and unconscious. I am afraid I have to ask you the reason for your sudden arrival here at this delicate time. In my right conscience I can't allow you to move any further.

The ladies couldn't control their sons even Bheeshma was affected by it.

Ghandhari : Why are you saying this Putra? For another reason than seeing my children, could I arrive here, especially Putra Duryodhana.

Vikarna bristelled at that, he knew how deeply the absence of these people had affected his Jyeshtha. Hearing his mother mentioning his jyeshtha his anger was going to flare but he controlled it. In some part of his heart and not only him but the entire royal family was waiting for their return. He was happy that they came back. It would be a very good thing especially for Jyeshtha but he had to do this.

Vikarna : The condition of Hastinapur is very precarious now, i would like to ask you about the duration of your visit.

His facial expressions then turned angry : Frankly if you wished to leave after Jyeshtha woke up. I suggest you leave. He already lived as a living dead for nearly 13 years and even after he recovered Vikarna didn't think Duryodhana would live through another abandonment so it's better if they never meet him, if they are going to leave after everything. We have only him for us, do us a favor and let him be, if not beheading him would be more merciful to him than seeing him live after you leave.

Ghandhari couldn't control herself and went towards him and slapped him hard. : Vikarna!!!! How could you say this about Duryodhana?

Words of Vikarna have a similar effect on everyone present there especially Bhanumati, Dushala and Bheeshma. Even Lakhmana was crying because no matter what she loved her father very much, after all she was papa's Princess before everything went wrong. Slap sound reverberated and brought everyone out of their guilt and impact of words of Vikarna even Ghandhari was surprised by it. She did everything in a spur of the moment but she also knew it was she who was wrong here. She cupped Vikarna's face of Vikarna.

Ghandhari : Hey Mahadev! What did I do? I am sorry Putra, please forgive me. Please forgive your mata for everything. I am sorry, I am here to see my sons and I will never go away please!!! I beg of you.

Ghandhari broke out, Vikarna who heard what he wanted to hear immediately embraced his mother and started crying.

Vikarna : I am sorry Mata, in my anger I said things I shouldn't have. Please forgive me.

Ghandhari : No Putra, you were right all along. I am a sinner of you all brothers, especially Putra Duryodhana's. Please let me meet him.

Both mother and son hugged each other and cried out their bitterness. Soo after Vikarna asked forgiveness from Bheeshma and Bhanumati too while Dhushala and he hugged. He blessed Lakhmana. Ekalavya and Apoorva were also introduced, and Vikarna could easily see his brother-in -law and new niece. What shocked him was the introduction of Karna as Bhaskar to him. Bhaskar was akin to a divine healer whose identity, location etc are unknown to anyone and he couldn't be contacted easily and seemingly vanished 15 years ago standing before him. He was very happy in the moment because he knew there was no disease Bhaskar couldn't heal and Pitamah, mata etc wouldn't take chances with life if Jyeshtha. Instantly he too climbed on a chariot and guided the Charioteer the way to the palace.

They reached the palace where entire Kuruvansh except lakhman and Duryodhana everyone was there. Dhritrashtra was happy because of the return of his uncle, wife , daughter, daughter in law etc. Vidhur too was allowing his tears to flow freely seeing tatshree and others return to Hastinapur. Shakuni was crying seeing his sister in bhagwa clothes. Kripacharya was happy seeing his friend Kauravas and their wife had neutral expressions like Vikarna. Charumati wife of Dhussan being the second eldest did aarti of guests, they took blessings of Ghandhari, Bheeshma and Bhanumati but nothing else while they showered love to lakshmana and Apoorva. Eklavya was also welcomed as son in law of Kuruvansh but Dhushala got cold treatment. This clearly depicted the anger, betrayal, they all held for others while Karna was immediately introduced rekindling the hope in everyone hence was welcomed and treated with vigor and respect. Everyone knew almost alm Vaidya was unsuccessful si he was only hope.

They all then went to the chamber of Duryodhana where lakhmana was since he came. The children of Kauravas were accompanying him when they got time but they made sure at least one of them would be with him. Lakshman spent all his time sine his arrival here only and was reluctant even to speak to others. Others too came here seeing Duryodhana the floodgates of tears reopened for everyone there. Hearing voices of his mother, grandmother, aunt, sisters, Lakshman went towards them. He touched their feet. The newly arrived in Hastinapur came close to see the condition of Duryodhana and ground slipped for them seeing the injuries of Duryodhana. Though covered in salve they could see the injuries and most of all he was unconscious and even his breathing was also very bleak.

Karna sprung into action and first he asked to create space. The family members dus as he said but cling onto each other for support. Karna was just observing everything since he came to Hastinapur. From borders to palace he gas observed several things and took note of several changes in Hastinapur. It was surprising even for him, he can see the similarity between his kingdom and Hastinapur in several terms. Even the concept of female soldiers maintaining the security of inner kingdom was something he never did but here Duryodhana has done that. He always has respect for Duryodhana especially his ideologies, he couldn't help but think if the situation played out differently he and Duryodhana would be very close friends because of similarities in their thoughts. He even saw people present in the front of the palace and the care they had for their king. He himself has seen such respect from his subjects but what Duryodhana has achieved was definitely greater than his because his kingdom has neutral or good opinion of him since he took over but as a former citizen of Hastinapur how could he not be aware of thoughts the citizens of Hastinapur had for kauravas especially Duryodhana. From a bad omen to someone they all could die for this achievement definitely exceeds his own and he respects that because only through efforts unseen or unheard before could Duryodhana be able to achieve that. Such a king should live on and it would be better for the entire Aaryavrat especially when he won it. Such a man was worthy of Karna's respect, if he came before just to help Mata and sisters then now out of his genuine regards he would treat Duryodhana. It is seldom that anyone has impressed him so much that Karna regards him/her as a possible true friend.

He saw the injuries and asked for ingredients. On preparing the salve, he started chanting mantras while applying Salve. A few minutes after that everyone saw a miracle . The wounds that were incurable before were healed without leaving a single scar on the body of Duryodhana. The family was very happy seeing this, they were so thrilled that they hugged each other delightfully but their delight was short lived as they saw Karna frowning his brows. Dhritarashtra and Ghandhari who were told by Vidhur and bhanumati what was happening too were happy but soon they too realised something was not right.

Ghandhari : What happened, why did the atmosphere suddenly change? Putra, Bhaskar what happened?

Everyone was silent and were looking at Karna to speak something and explain the reason behind his expression.

Karna : Mata, I have healed Maharaj Duryodhana. His both internal and external injuries have already been healed but...

Bhanumati : But what?

Karna : As per treatment he should have woken up or atleast should have opened his eyes but there is no sign of him doing anything of that sort.

Dhritrashtra : Then do something, you are supposed to be the best Vaidya there is. Please heal my son completely. I would abide by any requests you have. Please I beg of you?

Karna : King father, it's not like I am not doing anything but it's Maharaj that is rejecting my help subconsciously. I don't know why he seems to block anyone and everyone subconsciously. I couldn't force things here because the human brain is very delicate and complex.

Dhussan (shouted) : So What are you saying Jyeshtha would be like this forever.

Charumati held his hands tightly, Dhussan : I am sorry for loosing my temper. Please do something for Jyeshta and wake him up or atleast tell us when he will wake up.

Karna : Maharaj, I can't say that. The situation is very dire here. Maharaj Duryodhana has shut out everything including himself. His body is currently healthy because of my treatment but soon it will be for nothing because his brain is even rejecting working of his own organs. I am afraid if i haven't arrived today then you all may have lost him today evening. Even now I have just prolonged it. He will not be able to live if won't wake up till tomorrow afternoon.

Ghandhari : Putra, Bhaskar. Do something, anything please I beg of you.

Karna : Mata, not even sanjeevani Mantra could help him because he has no desire to accept help. Even if he was resurrected he would still be the same. Other than his subconscious everything is being shot down by him. He needs very strong stimulation to wake up, I am sorry but now its beyond me.

Hearing him there was tension everywhere in the room, Bhanumati, Lakshman and Lakshmana came to Duryodhana side and were weeping bitterly. Others were in similar condition, hearing Karna was like death sentence given to Duryodhana everyone was very agitated. For stimulation everyone was trying his/ her level best so that Duryodhana could wake up. They tried to talk to him, call him, etc. etc. But it was of no effect. Nothing seems to do anything everyone was immersed in their thinking to think of something that could help. It was Ghandhari who suddenly remembered her talk with Kunti that how Duryodhana always longed that his mother too could see him and his brothers like Kunti did for Pandavas. She also remembered it was wish of her son since he can think. She decided to do that, for her husband she blindfolded herself of by unfolding it her son could live then she would do that. She came towards head of Duryodhana where she could see gis face, she cupped the face of her son.

Ghandhari (gently) : Putra, Duryodhana. You always wanted your mother to see how you look then today I will fulfill that wish Putra. Please open your eyes Putra, I am going to remove the cloth tied to my eyes and the first thing I want to witness is your face, Your smile. Please wake up and fulfill the request of your mother. Please Putra.

She then lifted her hands to untie the clothes, a teardrop flicked from the blindfold and fell upon the cheeks of Duryodhana. Gentle and soft voice of Ghandhari did what shouting, crying and screaming of others weren't able to do. It reached Duryodhana and the teardrop was like he was electrocuted. He opened his eyes and at the same time Ghandhari did so too. There was intense light in the room, only Ghandhari and Duryodhana could see, the light was due to penance Ghandhari did till today.

Both mother and son looked at each other at the same time. The light removed any or all fatigue of Duryodhana and healed him completely while strengthening him. The brightness of light subsided and a very beautiful scenery of son and mother engulfing each other in tight hugs became visible to everyone. There was stunned silence and then cheer for consciousness returning to Duryodhana. The mother son duo seemed to be unaffected by everything else, just hugging each other, crying bitterly while apologizing to each other. Soo the hug was joined by bhanumati, lakshmana, lakhman, Dhritrashtra and like this entire family came together in a group hug.

The group parted, Duryodhana was still hugging his mother, children and wife. He feels like this was a dream and could be snatched from him if he let it go. Seeing this others left the room leaving the parted ones there. Karna was offered a guest chamber while Eklavya and Dushala weere escorted to her room that was exactly like before. Apoorva was with them. Everyone else returned to their chamber, a big relief was in face of everyone. Soon the news of Duryodhana's recovery spread throughout Hastinapur. The citizens were in so much joy.

In the chamber of Duryodhana, Ghandhari too left along with children giving privacy to the couple. Bhanumati hugged her husband tightly while wailing her heart out and apologising for leaving him twice and promising to never leave him again. She cried like a little girl in embrace of her husband who was rubbing her back while crying himself thinking if this is something that reunited him again to his loved ones then he was happy with the trade.