THE PAST OF OUR LOVE

part 6

It was a peaceful early morning...

As aaranya sat in the garden, her gaze fixed on the graceful swans gliding across the shimmering pool, she found herself lost in a tranquil reverie.

She couldn't sleep the whole night
her mind haunted by the events of yesterday.

And also everything seemed new to Aaranya
In the midst of the ancient era, every aspect appeared fresh to Aaranya, as if she were experiencing them for the first time

Since her aunt is the head maid , aaranya and her aunt were staying together.

With an empty heart, aaranya toyed with the water, her thoughts consumed by the daunting question of how she could possibly return to her own time period.

As a voice approached her, Aaranya turned to find her aunt, "Antara, you woke up?" inquired  her aunt. "Yes, I couldn't sleep much last night," Aaranya replied.
"Okay, child, don't worry. I'll cook something to your liking today," assured her aunt.

Aaranya replied with a smile.

Assigned the daunting task of cleaning the corridors of Prince Abhimanyu Arjun's wing and the adjoining passages leading to the king's chamber, Aaranya found herself in difficulty

Raised in the lap of luxury, Aaranya had never known the rigors of manual labor. Yet here she was, entrusted with the task of cleaning these hallowed halls

"Why must I traverse in the guise of a maid's body? It would be far simpler to journey within the body of a princess," she murmured to herself, contemplating the challenge that lay ahead.

"Is everything done antara "
As her aunt's voice broke the silence, aaranya's attention snapped back to the present. "Yes, Aunt, it's nearly done," she assured. "Very well, then. Come with me to serve food for the royal family members," her aunt directed, leading aaranya towards the grand dining hall where she would soon be in the presence of royalty.

As the various dishes were meticulously arranged upon the grand dining table, Antara, her aunt, and the other workers bustled about, ensuring everything was in perfect order for the royal members' meal. Suddenly, a chorus of voices echoed through the room as the soldiers announced, "The great King of the Kingdom of Varaha and the respected Queen Gangadevi are arriving at the dining hall." Instantly, an air of anticipation filled the room as all eyes turned towards the entrance, awaiting the esteemed guests' arrival.

As the royal members took their seats at the magnificent dining table, the dishes, steaming with warmth and rich aroma, were elegantly served upon their gleaming gold plates. Antara and her aunt, along with the other workers, moved with practiced precision, ensuring that each course was presented with the utmost opulence and care worthy of the royal family's stature.

As the Queen inquired about Prince Abhimanyu's whereabouts, a soldier responded with respect, "He has just concluded his sword practice, Your Majesty, and will join the dining hall shortly."

Before long, a commotion erupted, and the soldiers announced in unison, "The greatest of the greatest, the future king of the Kingdom of Varaha, Prince Abhimanyu Arjun, is arriving at the dining hall. Hail Prince Abhimanyu Arjun!" Instantly, all heads turned towards the entrance, eager to welcome the esteemed prince to the table.

As Prince Abhimanyu Arjun entered the room, he commanded attention effortlessly. Adorned in garments of finest silk and adorned with jewels that gleamed in the ambient light, he exuded an aura of regal splendor. With each confident step, his presence seemed to fill the room, captivating all who beheld him.