Yudhisthir stepped on the peaceful land of Shivi with his family. The kingdom seemed really calm and composed in contrast to what Karna told them in the letter. The river Sindhu flowed as vast mountains rose to meet the sky.

They reached the royal palace covered in nature. There stood Devika for their welcome, a small smile on her lips but her eyes made is clear how much she had cried.

" Jiji!!" Devika ran to Aanyati who engulfed her in her arms. Both cried in each other's arms as they found each other's support.

" Devika! Are you alright?" Yudhisthir asked placing his hand on her head.

" You are here bhrata now everything will be alright" she cried as Yudhisthir hugged her. Before they could step in, the sound of someone's crying stopped them.

Devika turned to find a kid in each Tara and Karenumati's hands. She looked at Karenumati in surprise who shook her head as no.

" Devika meet them. My sons Yom and Yojak" Aanyati said as Devika took Yom in her arms, instantly Yojak started crying again surprising others. Devika took him in his arms as well to which he stopped crying.

" Jiji! Where did he get this talent from?" Devika asked still in suprise.

" Even I am wondering dear" Aanyati said with a embarrassed smile. She took Yom in her arms. . That boy seemed to give silent support to Devika with his little smile but Yojak was a total different case.

" Devika! Where is Angraj?" Yudhisthir asked.

" He must be in the sabha handling one matter or the other jyest. It's because of him only that this Kingdom in not wipped out of the map of Aryavrat" she informed

" Indeed Angraj deserves some praise" he said as he went to the sabha directly, Aanyati followed him as Devika took the others in, Yojak being her new companion.

" Those who are revolting should be in our catch soon. I don't want another unheavel" Karna ordered to one of the cheif who went to his work.

" Pranipat Angraj" Yudhisthir went forward greeting him.

" Pranipat! I hope your journey was all safe and sound " Karna wished back with a small smile playing on his lips. "And congratulations to both for you for the little princes " The couple had a smile on their face as they talked with him.

" I don't think there's any need for us to worry when you yourself is handling the whole kingdom " Yudhisthir remarked

" But this Kingdom is not mine and I don't think people will accept a suta ordering them " Karna said with a bitter smile. Before anyone could say anything further a crying sound intrupted them.

" Forgive me Maharaj but he is crying continuously . I fed him enough but he is still crying " Karna took the kid in his arms but he was still crying.

First Aanyati seemed hesitant but then she finally said" if you don't mind.." she asked for crying Vrishasen. Karna handed him to Aanyati as he himself had no idea why he is crying so much.

Aanyati took him in her arms, cradling him slowly" feeding is not enough " she turned to his caretaker who trembled on her place" when did he sleep last time?" She asked.

" In the morning Maharani " she replied not matching her gaze.

" Do you even know how to handle a child?" Aanyati asked clearly angry. " Leave now " she ordered as she cooed Vrishasen to sleep in her arms.

" How did you come here Angraj?" Yudhisthir asked

" I was passing by Sindu desh due to mitr Duryodhan's work and then I reached here " Karna replied still gazing at his sleeping child.

" I will take him to the chamber" Aanyati said leaving with him.

" I can't understand your wife Dharmraj. Whatever perspective I form of her seems wrong after every meet" Karna said once she left. Yudhisthir smiled to himself. Even he can't understand her properly till now while being her husband, how can someone else? Krishna's Krishnaa she is afterall.

Both discussed about the various problems Shivi is facing right now and decided to erase them one by one. The thought of discussing about Maharaj's last wish also came to Karna's mind but he hesitated. Devika has just lost her parents, is she ready for a new relation with him?

Karna knew that in absence of Devika's parents, Yudhisthir and Aanyati are her second parents, Maharaj had entrusted Yudhisthir with Devika's responsibility long ago even before she met him. Now if Devika will marry then it won't be without his consent but will he accept her marriage with a suta? He treats her like his real sister, will he agree?

He left the matter to be discussed later and focused on Shivi first. He can wait. He is ready to wait for her till generations. The one who was ready to die without him won't hesitate in stepping on his prye.

Here Devika was lost in these thoughts only. How will she confess her feelings to Yudhisthir and Aanyati. She can share with Aanyati for once but is not sure of Yudhisthir. How will she tell him that she love Karna?

Should she talk to Aanyati first? Yes!! This is what she should do. Aanyati will understand and will stand for her as well. She respects other's love.

With these thoughts in her mind she walked to Aanyati hoping to find her alone and there she was alone and still not alone. Yom, Yojak and Vrishasen were playing with each other as she looked after them. Karenumati sitting near her.

" Jiji !!" Devika went near her with a hesitant smile.

" Devika! What dragged you here?" She asked with a hidden smile as if she already knew the motive behind Devika's arrival. Devika sat near Aanyati's feet, her hand on her knees as Aanyati carresed her face. Karenumati listened eagerly knowing what's coming.

" Jiji, I wanted to tell you something" she said, her face held low. Aanyati raised her face by placing her hand on Devika's chin. A teasing smile found it's way to her face as she said what Devika was not able to.

" That you are deeply in love with someone , that someone stole your heart long ago and now he also wants to marry you but you won't marry without your bhrata's consent. And that someone is Angraj. Am I right dear?" Aanyati asked as Devika's face turned the best shade of red. Karenumati too supressed her giggle.

How did she even thought that she can hide her feelings from here jiji? Fool she was to think so.

" Jiji! Will you talk to bhrata about this?" Devika asked with hope dancing in her eyes.

" What is the need dear? " Aanyati asked still smiling. Devika seemed confused and that was visible on her face. " Look behind you Devika " she gestured to the door of the chamber where Yudhisthir and Karna stood.

Yudhisthir had a serene smile on his face while Karna maintained a stoic expression. Aanyati don't know why but there was a hidden humour in this situation which made her supress her laughter. Both looked like long lost brothers.

Karna was dancing from inside, Devika did what he found so tough to do and that too this easily. More he wondered about Aanyati. She knows everything he thought and still act like she don't. Again he was left confused by her.

Yudhisthir stood near Devika, his eyes filled with brotherly love. " Devika! Are you ready for this marriage?"

She noded, her head held downward as her cheeks turned to a tomato. Yudhisthir expected to get this news soon when he got to know that Karna is in Shivi. Their little love story was caught by Aanyati long ago but she was not sure of Karna's feeling so she held it as a secret between him and her. But today their story was going to get complete.

" Angraj! Would you accept my sister's marriage proposal?" Yudhisthir asked, his face calm. Karna came near him as he said

" I accepted her long ago Dharmraj. All we needed was your consent, your sister places you at the place of her father and she would not have married without your consent. " Karna gave a small smile hiding much of what he think. Yudhisthir placed Devika's hand in Karna's tieing their bond officially. Devika ran away hiding her face and Karna also left the chamber , Yudhisthir was called by the royal minister for some work which left Aanyati and Karenumati alone.

" I cannot be more happy jiji. Finally everything is coming on line" Karenumati stood near her jiji expressing her feelings.

" I share your feelings Karenu but there's a unsettling feeling in my heart. I know Angraj will be the best husband for Devika but will this world let her live in peace after knowing she married a suta despite being a princess? Leave that too, Devika will become a mother just after her marriage, will she be able to handle a child with her new life?" Aanyati got her reply but not from Karenumati because Karna stood at the door with an expressionless face.

" Sorry to disturb you Maharani but I thought your sons will get impure by playing with a suta's son " his words were sharp and hit the target they choose. He heard everything she said. Aanyati knew. But he drew wrong meaning out of it, she knew this as well but she didn't try to prove herself.

Karna picked Vrishasen in his arms, his face still emotionless as he said " I can't decipher what you are Maharani. You wish good or bad for me? But I am sure that our road can never be one. Whether Devika marry me or not but I will always stand for her in her every action " he left without waiting for any reply or because Aanyati looked unfazed by his words.

" Jiji! You should have explained him once. He heard half of what you said and drew conclusion on that basis. This might not form a good impression of you" Karenumati urged, her voice calm and words carefully choosed but Aanyati was a woman of strong thoughts.

" And what will happen with that Karenu ? Why should I prove myself to anyone? Do I need his help or any favour from him? Whether he become my friend or foe, nothing will change for me. " She knew what she was saying and knew that Karna has heard so much because of his caste that he can't even tolerate a single comment on that topic. He did not even care to fight anymore, he just simply believes that everyone hates him because of his cast.

" No matter if your actions are good or bad Karenu , you will displease one or the other. Good action will displease the bad one and bad will displease the good. So instead of worrying about hurting others we should just perform our work " Aanyati said looking at the door from where Karna left wondering why he is stick to this thinking.

" I can't understand half of what you do jiji. Now tomorrow you will be showering flowers on them as they put garland on each other's neck" Karenumati complained.

" What will you get after understanding me dear? Leave it and focus on what's coming next" Aanyati said with a small smile, her mind now thinking - should she talk to Karna once??

Both never tried to clear their misunderstanding thinking it's of no use only if they knew how much significant role they will play in each other's life. Only if they knew who Vasusena and Anujayeti in reality is.

Karna's mind formed an ill image of Aanyati and her actions in near future will fuel his anger and when the volcano will brust, everything will be shattered...

Do you want a long planned wedding for Karna or Devika or a short one ( gandharv vivah)???

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