Krishnatmika Rukmini

chapter 12 - Elation

I'm extremely sorry, if it didn't reach upto ur expectation. My mind is stuck somewhere rn... N sorry for the short chap tooo.. will update soon.. thanks to all those lovely readers which keeps me going...

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The pandit have started preparing for the long array of rituals, as everyone eagerly awaits the grant entry of bride, after receiving the blessings of the Goddess.

Clutching the red fabric in her soft hands, Rukmini stood up and picked the thali proceeding to walk out of the temple.

Handing the thali to Sudhavati, she carefully started descending the stairs, as if to delay the wedding as much as possible while her big round eyes scanned the surrounding.

Dozens of guards with their spears were guarding the place with utmost dedication as Rukmi, obviously have conceived the ideas of an underlying delusional danger posed by Krishna of Dwaraka. But who are we even kidding?

A tear threatened to slip from Rukmini's eyes as she reached the ground, passing the final step. Dragging herself to the carriage, she clutched her clothe to climb up. She didn't hear the sound of the galloping horses as her mind have wandered to someplace so far.

Women in a distance were singing about the glorious and auspicious event of the Sita Kalyanam, in which the eternally divine couple, Lord Vishnu and Devi Lakshmi unites once again in treta yuga in the form of Rama and Sita. The song buzzed in Rukmini's ear, while a smile spread on Shyam's moonlit face.

But it was the noise that arised from the clash of the metal with the ground that startled Rukmini, making her retreat her feet.

Before Rukmini could turn around to see what has happened, a strong arm encircled her waist as she felt herself being picked up. It took her a moment to get herself out of the perplexion she was in, her eyes gazing straight up into the beautiful black orbs which was already settled on her, and her hands taking hold of the person's arm tightly.

Her gaze moved on to the proud peacock feather taking in the pressure of the strong but calming wind, adorned on the golden mukut. The realisation that she has been waiting for eternity, engulfed her mind completely as tears, this time that of joy, flowed freely. There was absolutely no restriction, there was no fear, there was no hopelessness. If there was anything, then it was pure joy, bliss, elation and all those synonyms of happiness.

"Krishna..." She uttered out inaudible to outside world, but only to him, her cheeks yet again bearing a tint of deep red in them. On hearing his beloved's voice, saying his name, a charismatic smile took its place on Krishna's face. Seeing his consort, cladded in bright red looked the same as Lakshmi who resides in Vaikuntha, filled his mind with indescribable bliss. The moment they both were waiting for has finally arrived after more than one and a half decades.

Daruka sighed in relief witnessing the divine union and effortlessly controlled the movements of the carriage, taking care not to disturb the joyful moment.

The sakhis of Rukmini looked on as their dear princess have finally reached to her destined one, with devotion and immense happiness filled in their mind as not only have the gloominess disappeared, but they have just gotten a chance to witness the Lord of the whole universe infront of them. while all these happened, an alarmed guard ran to the wedding venue where all the prestigious guests were seated.

Going straight to Rukmi, the guard presented the incident of supposed abduction, shooking Rukmi to the core as feelings of insult, betrayal and what not flashed through his mind. Jarasandha on sensing the sudden change in the demeanor of Rukmi understood that, Ranchhod, his eternal enemy has arrived.

Rushing to his carriage, Rukmi went through the way Krishna's carriage have went while Jarasandha and Shishupala ordered the big army to assemble.

Wasting no time, the huge swarm of men took their turn towards Krishna, taking an oath to win this time. As the surroundings started changing into a barren land, an atmosphere of war started forming.

Maharaja Bhishmaka stood up on sensing the uprising commotion and chaos. He shut his eyes and brought his hands up in a blessing manner, his mind relaxed and calm after a long time.

As the Army approached the couple with great speed, Rukmi at the front, their way was blocked by another large group of men. Jarasandha and his allies, confused by the sudden intervention was much astonished by realising the unexpected presence of Balarama.

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*sheepish smile...* I'm sorryyyyyyyy!!! Was so caught up n my laziness wins every freaking time.. so...

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