The Obsession

chapter 6

Maanvika Pov ~~

Maanvika now grownup into a woman in her 20's.Because mentioned in her horrorsope she can be wed only when she became 20 years.With her radiant beauty she is a sight to behold. Her tall, slender figure commands attention, her graceful movements mesmerizing. Her fair skin glows with a soft, ethereal light, as if kissed by the sun.

Her eyes, adorned with green lenses, sparkle like emeralds, shining bright. A small mole on her lip adds a touch of whimsy, making her smile even more captivating.

Her long, curly hair cascades down her back like a rich, dark waterfall, with subtle hints of brown and black that seem to shimmer in the light. Her lips, a deep pink, are full and pouty, inviting all to behold their beauty.

On her wrist, a worn leather band bears testament to years of fading. Softened by time, the supple leather has molded to her skin, becoming a second skin. She wears it as symbol of her bravery. Its weathered surface tells its aged with her.

Maanvika's features are a masterful blend of elegance and charm, her very presence exuding other woman. Her soft skin seems almost luminous, as if infused with an inner light that radiates warmth and beauty.

Maanvika is sitting in her chambers, watching her parents interact through a window. Her father king Maansingh, is surrounded by his multiple wives his concubines, all vying for his attention. Her mother his queen, tries to get his attention, but he ignores her.

Maanvika think to herself"This is what polygamy looks like. A never-ending competition for attention, for favor. My mother reduced to trying to win my father's gaze.She became his queen only because she belongs from powerful kingdom my maternal uncle is a wise and respected ruler my father favour her more because of him.

And he cares for me because i m the only princess.He only have one daughter, my brothers, half-brothers, sons of different mothers, all fighting for the throne,they cares for me maybe because i m not a threat to the throne.I m thankful unlike all the members of our royal family i not a pawn or piece of chase in court politics at our palace"

She looks at her own reflection in mirror, her eyes filled with fear and determination.

whispering to herself"My father is happy because i m his daughter I'm a princess, a tool for forming alliances in future. My marriage will be a conviction, a duty, not a love match. My husband might also will have many wives.I will have unwanted union with a man with multiple wife, the thought of sharing my husband suffocate me...but that's the luxury i may never had and I'll be just another concubine, fighting for his attention just like my mother."

Maanvika's eyes flashed with anger and sadness as she thought about the cruel fate that awaited her"I hate this system," she whispered to herself, her voice trembling with emotion. "My mother, she's just a shadow of her former self, lost in the harem, ignored and forgotten."

I remembered the countless nights my mother cried herself to sleep, neglected by my father, the king, who was too busy indulging in his pleasures with his many wives and concubines. "I don't want to be like her,"her jaw clinch. "I don't want to be just another woman in a man's life, fighting for his attention and affection."

"I knew that as a princess, i was destined to be bestowed upon some noble or prince, who would likely have many wives and concubines of his own. The thought made me sick to my stomach."

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King Maansingh and queen announce their departure from the palace, citing a royal visit to a neighboring kingdom.

King Maansingh "My dear family, I must depart for a few days to strengthen our alliances with King Rajendra of the neighboring kingdom. Queen will accompany me, and we will return soon."

Queen nodded"we must ensure the continued peace and prosperity of our kingdoms,Princess, don't you take advantage of it or I'll punish you when we will be back "

Maanvika excitedly said  "Thank you,be at ease mother, I won't disappoint you."

As soon as the king and queen leave, Maanvika turns and run to her brothers with a mischievous grin.

Maanvika look at her brothers with batting her eyes "Brother, i have a few days of freedom, Let's make the most of it. Who's up for an adventure?please Arthav,Yashyasvi please... Arambh "

Arambh"I am ready, Where do you want to go?"

Maanvika said"I've heard and read of a beautiful lake a short journey from here. Let's go I want to see it"

Yashyasvi said "And I've once visited to nearby town,there have a famous Shahniwaas Bhuvan inn with the best food in the kingdom. Let's go there."

Maanvika said"Perfect.We'll do both lake and inn secret trip let's pack our bags and leave at dawn,i will make Leela ready to swept place with me."

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On the night of the escape for secret trip Maanvika cover her face only her eyes visible. While Leela slept in Maanvika's bed, the princess snuck out of her chamber, exchanging her clothes with Leela's once again.

Leela, habitual of the switch, slept soundly, dreaming of what it would be like to be the princess herself. She had always admired Maanvika's beauty, grace, and status, wishing she could trade places with her. As she slept, she didn't realize that Maanvika was going for 2 days, Maanvika escape the palace climbing the wall wearing male clothes not adjourned princess but a young boy all black attire conceal her identity as female she meet her brothers outside.

Maanvika and her brothers made their way through the kingdom, their hearts pounding with excitement Maanvika knew the risks of getting caught, but she had covered her face she has her sword with her,she has her three brothers she has no fare but just want to enjoy her travel.

Little did Maanvika know that Leela's resentment towards her was growing, fueled by the constant switching and the punishment that came with it. Leela's desire to be in Maanvika's place was about to take a dark turn, one that would change the course of their lives forever.
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