AASHMAAN's POV:- I ran as fast as my legs could take me. I couldn't stay in that place. I couldn't face them. How would I live knowing that they hate me, that they think I'm weak? How would I cover my pain when they humiliate me? They showered love upon their eldest daughter but what about me? He cares for her but not for me. Tears escaped my eyes and I didn't try to stop them. I just let them fall freely. I wanted to go back to my hometown but I don't have money with me. I wanted to go to a place far away from here - the SuryaNarayan mansion. Darkness was trying to consume me but suddenly everything turned white. The Fogs were surrounding me and long muscular hands moved towards me. I stood still. And I saw him. He was a white-wing Angel who appeared in front of me and smiled. He gave them shelter, food, and clothes His smile was soothing. His body was warm. His hugs gave me peace. But soon he was going away from me. "No, please don't go", I yelled at him and held h
At the Orphanage:- Neil was gawking at little Aashmaan and trying hard to remember where he saw her. His mind was nagging and a strange feeling was forming in his heart. The workers and the head of the orphanage came and welcomed Arjun and Neil. Both Arjun and Neil were seated in their respective seat and the manager of the orphanage announced to everyone that the new owners of the Orphanage were Mr. Arjun Kashyap & Mr. Neil Khanna from K & K CORPORATION. Aashmaan gasped at the revelation and quickly averted her eyes from the Devil. The Devil was staring at her and gawking at her every step. Angel, who was aware of his intense gaze was feeling suffocated. Arjun nudged Neil and asked, "Why are you staring at that little girl, Neil?” Arjun was amused to see Neil like this because Neil never spared a single look to any girl. Avni was the first for him and apart from her, even in his heartbroken state, Neil never paid any attention to women. Neil started to hate women who wanted
Neil was behaving like a raging Bull. His eyes were red and his jaw was tightened. Arjun was trying to calm him down but he was not in the mood to leave the matter and let that little girl go away from his mind. "That was an accident, Neil", Arjun said in a serious tone as he was trying to put some sense in the devil's head. "But She kissed me", Neil said as he was sulking like a small child. "No! She didn't, Neil but I think she gave her first kiss to you. Think about it carefully. She is only fifteen for God's Sake", Arjun resonated with Neil but Neil was still singing his stolen kiss song. "She stole my kiss, Jun", Neil said again and Arjun groaned and wanted to bang NEIL's head to the wall. "Oh, really then what about your wild heated make-out session with blonde babes back in NY? Huh? Tell me?", Arjun shot questions and Neil was staring at his black orbs. "At that time I was broken and just wanted to throw her memories out of my mind", Neil replied and Arjun was stunned be
When Neil's mind was planning, on the other hand, Aashmaan was still shivering whenever she remembered what happened to her. The incident was replaying in front of her eyes back to back. She could feel his lips on her. A different kind of tune was playing in her heart. His cold and big hands were on her waist. She hugged herself with her hands curled like a ball and closed her eyes. "I don't want to see him again", Aashmaan thought and soon sleep consumed her. ... ... The Next day At the Orphanage:- Neil was waiting for the Head of the Orphanage in his office and then he heard someone enter the office. He turned around to look at the person and his deep hazel eyes met with the deep dark brown eyes. Their eyes locked to each other. Neil stared at her and tried to find something that he didn't even know about. Aashmaan froze at her place and clutched her frock in her tiny fist. In long two strides, Neil came near her. Their hearts were beating rhythmically. They could easil
A Week Later:- "Did you find out what I asked you?", Neil asked his detective friend who was talking from the other side of the phone. "Not exactly but something is really off about the girl, Brother", Detective replied to him. "And what is it?", Neil asked because he didn't want to go to Rudra and asked about the whole matter related to Aashmaan. "There are no records of her in Delhi like she isn't from Delhi but from somewhere else", Detective said. "Anything else?", Neil asked as he was getting frustrated. "Yes, I think it'll help you", Neil's detective friend said. "What is it?", Neil asked him. "Brother! She came here , in Delhi but not with proper legal process and do you want to know the person who helped her?", Detective asked and his voice sounded very happy. "Who?", Neil was getting impatient by all secrecy. "Rudra Singh Rathore", the detective said. "What?", Neil yelled at him. "Yes, the Police Officer Rudra Singh Rathore, Buddy", the detective replied and he kne
Fifteen Days later:- "Ms. Das! Arrange a meeting with the Rathore Brothers", Arjun said to Porishma. Porishma Das was Arjun's newly appointed personal secretary. "Yes Sir", Porishma replied to him and went back to her desk and Neil entered his cabin. "Neil! Where did the process of Admission reach?", Arjun asked Neil. "All is Done except for One", Neil replied and Arjun arched his eyebrows. "Aashi", Neil whispered and Arjun stared at him. "But the classes will be starting next month", Arjun said to him and Neil nodded his head. "Something is fishy, Jun", Neil said and Arjun asked him, "About Aashi?". Neil nodded and sighed. "Orphanages don't have any proper records of her", Neil replied and his mind started to replay every question of his detective friend. "Uh-huh? But how is this possible?", Arjun asked. "I'm working on it Just give me some time", Neil said. "Neil! Don't involve yourself in this matter. I'll handle this", Arjun said as he didn't want Neil to be invol
At ARJUN's house, a week later :- "Why did you call me here, Jun?", Neil came into Arjun's house and found that Rudra was also there talking with Arjun. "Jun, I asked you something?", Neil didn't expect to see Rudra at Arjun's House. Neil was restless after the outburst which happened a week ago with Rudra. "Arjun! I'm going", Rudra said as he stood up from his seat. "Stop it both of you", Arjun yelled at both of them and they rooted to their place because Arjun never raised his voice at Neil, especially at Rudra. It was the first time when Arjun was angry and glaring at them. "Just tell me the reason, Brother", Rudra asked but didn't look at them. Neil ran his fingers in his thick hair. Rudra was just staring down at the floor Arjun sighed weakly. "Neil and Rudra, I always supported both of you but it doesn't mean that you'll talk rudely to your mother", Arjun said and that made Rudra look at Arjun. Neil chuckled darkly and shook his head negatively at Arjun. "So did s
At the Orphanage:- "Sir! I don't want to go there", Aashmaan said to the head of the Orphanage. "But Why Aashi? I thought that you wanted to study?", He asked and frowned at her words. "I want to study Sir but I don't want to leave the Orphanage", Aashmaan said and clutched her skirts tightly. "Aashi! What are you talking about? It's only about three hours every day", He replied to her. "But Sir?", Aashmaan was nervous but couldn't say anything to anyone. "Don't you want to go to the class?", he asked her. "I want", Aashmaan replied as she looked down. "Listen, Aashi! You and the other kids are very lucky to get a chance like this. New owners are willing to provide special classes for the students who are appearing for the board exams because they know that kids never have proper classes or syllabus to study. They're putting their time and money into this. They even chose the best tutors for the kids and you have a problem attending the classes", He was slightly angry at her.
Chapter 2] Hades and Persephone In Rajasthan The Sawan month (July-August) was marked by complete devotion to Lord Shiva. This month was dedicated to Lord Shiva and also known as 'Shravan' and in the SINGH family, Women were observing fasts (Sawan Somvar Vrat) on Mondays. During this time, on every monday or 'Somvar', all ladies of SINGH family visited the temple and offered flowers, milk, and holy water to Lord Shiva.At this time, Adrija who was wearing a dark green Sharara dress, covering her head with the dupatta (stole) which had a mirror worked on it, was offering Jal (holy water) on the Shiva Linga (The Symbol of Shiva). Her eyes were closed, lips were painted in nude shades of lipstick and face was donned with light natural make-up. Her mouth was chanting 'Om Namah Shivaya' , 'Om Namah Shivaya' (I Bow down to Shiva) mantra back to back. Her wrists were full of green glass bangles and designs of henna that left a dark colour on her palm was beautifully decorated and caught
Chapter 1] Sassy PERSEPHONE "The purpose of my life is to be always SASSY-LICIOUS" ADRIJA .. ..~Rajasthan Idol~ She read the board and glanced at the crowd. Taking a deep breath, she entered the hotel. The competition was a bit luxurious and it was held at the White Hotel, in Rajasthan. The contestants dolled themselves and wore brand-name dresses. But For this competition, She wore denim shorts and a loose top, and every time she moved, her toned legs would show elegantly. People looked at her and started to grade her looks. She had a completely different aura than the rest of the girls. She had the air and charm of a noble, she didn't look nervous and her hair was also flattered with her simple yet elegant look. Carrying her 5'4 ft height and 55-kilogram weight, she walked flawlessly in her high heels. Her face was not bare but had a layer of make-up, helping her skin to shine brightly under the dozens of lights. "Hi!", One of the other contestants waved her hand at her
**5) Humming Hearts ❤️**"Down," Shakti said. Her eyes were closed."No! Up," she said again, groaning loudly."No, a little bit down. Yes... yes, right there," Shakti said, moaning in pain."Maa! I'll tell Papa about your stunt," five-year-old Shiv said in his baby voice, and Shakti rolled her eyes at his little threats."Shivu! You are on my team, so stop threatening me about your father," Shakti said, and Shiv continued to massage his mother's back with pain-reliever oil."Maa! I'm neither on your team nor Papa's. I don't like to hide anything from Papa and you," Shiv said in his bold baby voice.Shivshakti Singh Rathore, five years old and an exact replica of Rudra, with the same thinking, same facial features, and not to forget his deep black charcoal orbs that melted Shakti's heart.Shiv was Rudra's pride and joy. Shiv was Shakti's world and the apple of every Rathore's eye because he was the youngest member in the group of Abhimanyu, YaduRaaj, YaduVeer, and then came Shivshakti.
**3) Humming Hearts ❤️**Davish and Porishma's first born son named Davian's first birthday was going to be celebrated in NY.Neil and Arjun were already there, but Shakti didn’t want to go with her big baby bump and was crying in front of the mirror.Insecurities were crawling over her confidence as she pouted sadly."I'm not going anywhere," Shakti said, looking at herself in the mirror.Rudra frowned softly and sighed weakly as he tried to understand her."But I told you that we aren't going anywhere. Then why are you saying things again and again? And don't forget that your delivery date is near," Rudra said, making her sit down on the bed.He put her legs on his lap and massaged her swollen legs. Her legs were swollen, and it was difficult for her to walk or even wear any stylish footwear."Look at me. I'm not looking beautiful. I'm fat. My face is like a balloon," Shakti said, crying again. Tears dropped down her cheeks.Rudra didn't know how to handle her. She always cried whene
"I have very strong beliefs in marriage, fairytales, soulmates, pure love, faith, trust, miracles, second chances, and everything that's called magic and happy beginnings."ShineeSunshine---**1) Humming Hearts ❤️**Shakti was four months pregnant, working in the kitchen when Rudra came back home from his duty after two continuous days and nights. She was making his favorite meals, but the aroma of spices was making her nauseated."What are you doing, Kore?" Rudra asked, shaking his head negatively at her."I'm making dinner for..." Shakti stopped and ran out of the room, bolting inside the bathroom."I've told you so many times to take care of yourself, but you're being very brave, Kore. Always ignoring my warnings, huh?" Rudra said, rubbing her back as she emptied her stomach.Rudra was losing his temper whenever he found her crying, nauseated, or feeling dizzy, which made her body weak."If you don't take care of yourself, I'll definitely send you to either Mumbai or Rajasthan. So
[Last chapter continued]Alpha males were holding their beautiful wives in their arms, moving their legs in sync with the music.The song was beautiful, creating a soothing atmosphere. The elders watched them happily.Arjun-Pashika, Davis-Porishma, Neil-Aashman, Daniel-Maria, and Rudra-Shakti were all lost in the rhythm of the dance, along with the tunes and beats of the music.Rudra stared passionately into her eyes, finding only love for him."Happy Wedding Anniversary, Kore," Rudra whispered, kissing her forehead.Shakti stared straight into his intense black eyes. Rudra smiled warmly at her."I love you," Shakti said, inhaling deeply.Suddenly, her grip on his arms loosened, and darkness consumed her.Rudra forgot to breathe as he scooped her into his arms."Kore," Rudra yelled, supporting her body. He was scared of losing her, and now she was unconscious in his arms.Other couples rushed toward them."Maa!" Rudra called for Piyali as she saw unconscious Shakti.Piyali frowned deep
Both Yudhishthir and Yuvaan were carrying a few months old YaduRaaj Singh Rathore and YaduVeer Singh Rathore, the twin sons of Yuvaan and Samantha, while also overseeing the arrangements for the anniversary party.Ervin was holding Taapur in his arms, and Dhawal was trying to tie the anklets on her tiny feet, but she was making it difficult for both her fathers. Finally, Dhawal managed to put the anklets on her, and her father breathed a sigh of relief.Taapur was happy whenever she heard the jingling sound of her anklets.Arjun's quadruplets, Sumedh (Shakti's nephew), and Taapur were almost the same age, around one and a half years old, and were enjoying their time together. The quadruplets were under the watchful eyes of Nivaan and Raghav.Abhimanyu saw her giggling and playing with the quadruplets, and jealousy triggered a strong, unfamiliar emotion in his heart and mind. He was only an eight-year-old boy but had never felt like this before. Abhimanyu knew the quadruplets and Sume
**The RATHORE Palace, Gadh, Rajasthan**The whole Gadh was shimmering in gold, like a bride. Strong scents of flowers and the aroma of delicious meals filled the atmosphere of the entire Gadh.After the marriage of Yuvaan and Samantha, this was the first grand occasion for the Rathores, and it was going to be celebrated like a festival in Gadh."Ludra Ich Chweet" (Rudra is sweet)... fully rounded Aashmaan sang, sucking on small pieces of lemon, and moaning loudly."Ludra Ich An Angel" (Rudra is an Angel)... Aashmaan continued singing praises for Rudra while Neil clenched his fists in anger because no one was listening to him.Neil was thinking about how to throw away the bowl of lemons, but he was also scared of Aashmaan's tears.Arjun Kashyap, Daniel Miller, Davis Grey, and Neil Khanna had all come with their families for the celebration in Rajasthan, staying at the Gadh. But all the Alpha males were losing their minds because they couldn’t get hold of their wives, and Neil was the fi
ANSH carried IAN in his arms and gave him to Porishma."Ansh will call both of you whatever he wants to call you. I won't stop him from doing what his heart actually desires," Davis said, and everyone gawked at him.His eyes were soft with a tint of redness. Everyone knew Ansh was Davis's weakness, and he would do anything for Ansh's happiness.Rudra nodded and walked towards DAVIS. They stared at each other, and suddenly, Rudra hugged him tightly. Davis was taken aback by his sudden gesture."Thank you, Davis." It was the first time Rudra called him Davis, not Mr. Billionaire.Davis felt something strange in his heart. It was the happiest moment for Ansh.Davis was close with Arjun, Neil, and Daniel, and he knew what kind of bond Rudra had with both Neil and Arjun."But I'm not leaving Ansh with you," Davis said and looked away from them.Rudra laughed, and Davis narrowed his eyes at him."Ansh can come here, live here, and even call you Mother and Father. I'll never stop him, but I c