Today Drupad himself was practising with Aanyati in kridangan. Both Swarnika and Moti were enjoying this father daughter moment.
Moreover, Sehdev was present there healing some of the wounded soldiers, Nakul being the dwarpal travelled with Maharaj so he was also present there, so were Arjun and Bheem because soldiers were practising and Yudhishthir, if Aanyati is there then he have to be.
" Pita shri do you know my rakshak mahoday nevers lies" Aanyati smiles mischievously tackling her father's attack.
Drupad smiled. He knows about his daughter's constant teasing. He sometimes feel bad for him but can't do anything cause Aanyati is Aanyati.
Pandavas being present there were controlling there laughter as well. This Rajkumari have no idea that he actually never lies. They thought. Yudhishthir just maintained a straight face although he wanted to smile at this princess so badly.
" No talking during battle putri" Drupad ordered in his stern voice. Aanyati smiled and attacked on him, startling him.
" AANYATI..." someone shouted. Aanyati instantly recognised this voice and turned around. So did others hearing such a fierce voice .
" Jiji" she ran to hug her. Shrikhandini immediately engulfed her in her embarace.
" Priye, are you all right..did that Bhism forced you...did he harmed you my Agnotri" she asked checking upon Aanyati.
Panchali tried to calm her down.
" Jiji jiji, why would he harm me, I am all right " assured Aanyati
" Cause this is what he do Panchali, harms other for his own benifit " said the lady red in anger.
" Jiji, I can't understand what are you trying to say " admitted Aanyati. Drupad too sighted knowing it is the time to tell Aanyati about her jiji's past, Pandavas along with other soldiers also listened carefully wanting to know the reason of this haterated.
Shrikhandini was out for some days and when she came back she was furious. How the hell did Bhism entered her home but the feeling of fear for Aanyati was more than her anger so she directly came to her sister.
" I hope you have heard about the story of Kashi kanya Ambha" said Shrikhandini turning to the other direction.
Aanyati didn't know about her but she knew who will have every information.
She turned her head a bit toward Yudhisthir who understood her meaning.
" She burnt herself alive so that she can take revenge from Ganga putr in her next life " answered Yudhisthir without any emotions. Pandavas at first were shocked seeing their brother acting like a doll but they understand its his Dharm as Rajkumari's ang rakshak. Drupad doubted a bit on this man cause he have lot more knowledge than a soldier should have.
" Yes, she burnt herself alive cause she was not able to kill Bhism in that life but Bhism himself granted her the boon that he will not raise his weapons and will accept his death through her. " said Shrikhandini in vivid rage.
" Why narrating her story today jiji?" asked Aanyati being confused.
" Cause your jiji is none other that Ambha " said Drupad
All persons present there including Yudhisthir and Aanyati hung their mouth open in shock. They looked with clear respect toward Shrikhandini. Although pandavas become a bit hostile.
" I am sorry to interfere Maharaj but a sage has appeared on Panchal's gate and he is really furious. " informed a soldier.
" Sage and angry " whispered Drupad as he immediately went to the main gate. Aanyati too ran behind him along with all other person present there.
" Where is that egoistic Drupad? Bring him to me " shouted an old man covered in mud. The only feature visible of his face was anger.
" I am here Brahman devta" said Drupad joining hands.
" Oh, so you are that self obsessed king. " he smirked bitterly.
" Do you have any idea what your children, your praja has done to me?" He again shouted. Drupad looked confused at his face.
" Your people are the reason of this state of mine and now I will punish you their father their protector for their deeds" he said with rage full voice gesturing toward his mud covered state.
" But why punishing him for their sin. I agree he is like father to them but punishing a father for his children deed is wrong" argued Aanyati. That brahaman turned toward her
" You must be that arrogant jagat sundari. Well what all can I even expect from a girl like you who is obsessed with her beauty. Don't you know a father gets all the fame if his children do something good then why not punish him if his children do something wrong. " He shouted back. Aanyati understood he is in no mood of listening to any argument. So she came up with an idea while that mud covered Brahmin was arguing with her father.
She went some steps back and whispered something in Yudhishthir's ears. He smirked listening to her plan. All the Pandavas watched in shock. How there brother had become a puppet of this princess and now is even smirking.
All of sudden Yudhisthir fell into that brahmin's feet.
" Ohh great Brahmin, I have lost my father in a young age, now I don't have anyone please take the place of father in my life" he cried. Everyone present there except Aanyati became shocked on this sudden action of Yudhisthir but Brahmin being soft hearted made him stand up.
" Stand up putr, there's no need to plead for this, I accept you as my son" he said with a strict face and Aanyati smirked.
" Pita shri, punish this Brahmin, he deserve to get punishment" Aanyati cried in anger.
" What are you saying Rajkumari, what have I done" asked the Brahmin in anger.
" Your son have misbehaved with me and you being his father deserve to get punished" Aanyati stated.
Sehdev smirked looking at her as if he already know what's next. That Brahmin too understood her meaning. His anger calmed and a peaceful look spread on his face.
" Indeed Drupad you are blessed to have such beauty with brain at your home" he smiled so did Drupad. Now almost everyone understood what's going on.
" I am guilty for my behaviour Panchal raj. The one who do sin deserves the punishment not anyone else" he said coming towards Aanyati " right Rajkumari" he smiled.
" Brahman devta, bless Panchal with your presence, we will be grateful if you accept our hospitality " offered Aanyati. That Brahmin smiled and went with her, so did others.
Pandavas stood there amazed of this princess and there jyest.
" She indeed is smarter that us " admitted a shocked Bheem
" Not us its you but she actually is smart " said Arjun while Bheem glared at him.
" But jyest for the first time lied because of her " complained Nakul
" He didn't Nakul. It's true that our father passed when we were young and Brahmins often raise such child as their own " explained Sehdev smiling.
Aanyati on the other hand was too stunned seeing the glow of this brahmin's face. He look no less than a God. Aanyati herself prepared food for him and served him when he came out after bathing.
After feeding him to his heart full she started massaging his legs. Yudhishthir looked at her amazed so did that Brahmin. He was surprised with this girl in front of him. At once she was teaching him and now is serving him like a normal maid.
That Brahmin stood up from his place all of sudden. Till the time most of the people of palace had gathered to take his blessings.
" Putri, I am really impressed by your knowledge and ethics. Ask for something putri ask" he said smiling. Aanyati was confused what do she even need. She is having her family, she finally met her Narayan what else do she even want.
" I don't have any desire Brahmin devta, bless me with what you think is important in future" she said joining her hands. That Brahmin smiled.
" I give you the boon of twins who will be known in the history for their valour. Whenever you will conceive it will be two most strong boys. Their unity will be there strength, they will bring a drastic change in whole Aryavrat" he blessed Aanyati which she took whole heartedly.
Although she never thought of this topic - marriage and children but she still was contended.
" So now our jyest's childern are blessed as well" Nakul whispered in Bheem's ears who gave him a tight slap on neck.
" Don't fantasize anything " he warned meanwhile Sehdev had a weak smile on his face. He looked at Arjun and then at his jyest who was standing beside Aanyati.
After giving the boon the Brahmin left with a smile.
" Your leela is far superior than mine Mahadev " Krishna said to Brahmin in his mind.
" It was necessary Narayan. To grant such a boon and play my part in Dharm sthapana I had to act like this and I myself was baffled by your sakhi " admitted the Brahmin ( disguised Shiva) " her sons will be the part of Ganesh and Kartikeya themselves and it's my promise " he smiled.
" I know Mahadev, this girl is born for many great purposes to fullfill and so will be her sons " said Krishna with a weak smile....
Do comment guys. I need your suggestions on this plot.