The Obsession

chapter 19

Kanchana called her maid to bring Maid Rajni in her chamber.Rajni came Kanchana gave her some jewelry "take these i m sorry in harem i didn't take care of you,this princess Maanvika is quite spoil it must be hard for you "

Rajni accept her thoughtful gesture by nodding the jewelry as and went near her to oick compensation and gratitude to concubine kanchana offer.

When Rajni came close to take jewelry from her hands kanchana whispering to her ear"Make sure you add the seeds to Maanvika food, she's been humiliating you,just like that let's humiliate her. (leaning in closer) ...make sure no one else is around when you do it.No witnesses."

Rajni nervously said"Y-yes, princess kanchan. I'll do as you say."
Kanchana hands Rajni a small pouch containing the seeds.

Kanchana smirking "Good. Now, go and add it to her food. And, Rajni"eyes gleaming with malice....

Rajni nods and exits, carrying the pouch under her sleeves gap.

Kanchan looking at her maid"look out for her closely ,what if this fool take off before the plan execute. "And her personal Maid left to have her eyes on Rajni moves.

Rajni: (sneaking into the kitchen as the food is ready to go to Leela's chamber (,she seeing here and there hardly add the seeds to Leela'a food)...done. Kanchan maid see her she is in the kitchen the whole time untill she finished the task"

Leela takes a bite of her food, unaware of the danger lurking within.

Leela suddenly gasping"Oh no My mouth! It burns!"

Rajni watches in horror as Leela's face swells up and rashes on her and she struggles to breathe.

Leela collapsing to the ground, struggling for air, while Rajni looks on in shock and despair.all maids run to the scene and then Royal physician came to check on her.

The news of royal physicians checking on Leela's condition quickly spreads, reaching the ears of Queen Dowager.who rushed to Leela's chamber who she believe is Maanvika little did she knows she is putting her efforts on imposter and fake Maanvika.

The incident sets off a chain reaction, exposing long-hidden rivalries and alliances among the concubines, and the Queen Dowager must navigate the treacherous waters of palace politics to maintain peace and order in the kingdom.

As she rushes to her chamber,the other concubines and courtiers are already gather around outside her chamber,shocked and by her distress.

Enraged by this treachery, the queen dowarge declaring to everyone said"such cruelty and deceit will not be tolerated in my court,I will found the mastermind behind this is such a vicious attempt .

Concubine Kanchana looks on in horror,but show she is composed.

Queen dowarge went to the court everyone in the imperial herme present there.The physician, summoned by Queen Dowager.

"Your Majesty, the seeds into food are from the deadly nightshade plant. If consumed in large quantities, they can cause severe symptoms, including rashes, swelling, and even life-threatening poisoning."

Queen Dowager rasing her voice "Poisoning?! How could be so cruel? What treatment can we give to princess Maanvika"

Physician replied"We've already administered an antidote, but it's crucial we monitor her closely. If she shows any signs of distress, we must act swiftly. The poison can cause respiratory failure, so we must ensure her airways remain clear."

Queen Dowager said"Keep Maanvika under close observation. I want hourly updates on her condition.."

Physician said "As you command, Your Majesty."