The Obsession

chapter 10

Today the grand dowarge queen grandmother of Ranvijya ,her palace have a guest a traveler, a great storyteller, he has gained favor with the palace through his captivating tales and exotic knowledge. He has become a regular visitor to the palace, often summoned by the Queen Dowager herself to regale her with stories of far-off lands and adventure.

One day, as he is recounting his latest tale to the Queen Dowager and her ladies-in-waiting, Ranvijay's first concubine, Kanchana, is present, listening intently.

Queen Dowager asked to the traveler" Tell me, what news do you bring from your travels?".Traveler bowing" Well, Your Highness, have you heard of a beautiful princess in Ramwat. They say she's a fairy-like beauty, the most stunning woman of our time."

Queen Dowager intrigued" Ah, really? And what else can you tell me about her?".Traveler smiling " I've seen her myself, Your Highness. She's as lovely as a sunset on a summer evening. I've never seen anyone like her."

Queen Dowager thoughtfully" I see. And what about her character? Is she kind, intelligent?"Traveler nodding" Yes, Your Majesty. She's kind, wise, and graceful. Everyone in Ramwat adores her"

The traveler, noticing the queen dowarge interest in his talks of Princess Maanvika, leans in closer and whispers"Your Majesty, I've seen many beauties in my travels, but none as captivating as Princess Maanvika. Her grace, intelligence, and beauty are truly fit ."

Queen Dowager's eyes light up with intrigue, and she nods for the traveler to continue."I've heard rumors, Your Majesty, that the many prince has taken with her charms. If she were to become king concubine, she could potentially wield great influence him and your over the throne."

Queen Dowager's eyes narrow, her mind working with the possibilities."Yes, yes, I see," she says, her voice dripping with calculation. "And you think she could be... persuaded to use her influence in my favor?"

Traveler nods, a sly smile spreading across his face."I believe she could be... convinced, Your Highness. With the right guidance, she could become a powerful ally, or even a useful."

Queen Dowager's eyes gleam with excitement, her thoughts racing with the possibilities of using Princess Maanvika as a tool to further her own power and control over the throne.

As the traveler boasts about the beauty and grace of Princess Maanvika, concubine's kanchana eyes narrow, her mind racing with thoughts of jealousy and insecurity."She's just a princess," she concubine thinks to herself. "What could she possibly be? And yet, the queen grandmother's eyes light up when he speaks of her..."

Kanchana thoughts are interrupted by the traveler's continued praise of Princess Maanvika, and she can't help but feel a pang of resentment towards the young princess, and towards the traveler for singing her praises so lavishly.
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Queen Dowager paces in her chambers, her mind racing with frustration. "That Ranvijay my grandson, he's as elusive as a ghost. No concubine till now has,and ever been able to capture his heart, no matter how hard they try. He's as cold as ice, with no weaknesses to exploit."

"Ah,right  beauty is  the timeless weapon of world. From Cleopatra's Egypt to the courts of Europe, beauty has been the one constant that can bend men to woman will. I've seen it all, from the lavish courts of the Empires to the grandeur of the kingdoms Raj. Beauty is the one thing that transcends time, that makes men weak in the knees."

"I remember when I was young, my beauty was my greatest asset and woman weapon. I used it to manipulate my husband, the king, to get what I wanted. And I got everything I wanted. Power, influence, wealth."

"Now, as an old woman, I see the same thing happening with my grandson, Ranvijay. He's a fool, but he will be just like his grandfather. And I'll use that to my advantage. I'll use Princess Maanvika's beauty to manipulate him, to make him do my will "