Chapter 98:
Morning Challenges
The morning sun peeked through the curtains, casting a gentle glow over the room. Draupadi, still resting peacefully in Nakula's lap, began to stir. As she woke, a familiar wave of nausea washed over her, a reminder of the morning sickness that often accompanied her pregnancy.
Suddenly, she sat up, clutching her stomach. Her face grew pale as she struggled to suppress the growing discomfort. Nakula, sensing her distress, immediately sprang into action. He helped her sit up more comfortably and rushed to get a basin for her.
Draupadi's breath came in quick, shallow gasps as she leaned over the basin. The gentle, reassuring presence of Nakula by her side did little to ease her discomfort, but it provided a measure of solace amidst the unpleasantness.
Seeing her distress, the other Pandavas quickly arrived, their faces etched with concern. Yudhishthira, Bheema, Arjuna, and Sahadeva gathered around, offering words of comfort and support. They all wished they could take away her discomfort and shared in her concern.
Sahadeva, who had been holding Prativindhya and Suthanu, gently placed them in their cradle before moving to Draupadi's side. He patted her back soothingly, while Bheema fetched a glass of water to help ease her nausea. Yudhishthira and Arjuna exchanged worried glances but offered quiet support, knowing that sometimes words were insufficient.
As Draupadi's nausea finally subsided, she leaned back against Nakula, her strength waning. She looked up at him with gratitude, her eyes reflecting both her exhaustion and appreciation for his unwavering support.
Nakula softly brushed a stray strand of hair from her face and reassured her with a tender smile. "You're doing great," he said gently. "We're all here for you."
Draupadi managed a weak smile in return, feeling comforted by the presence of her beloved Pandavas. Though the morning sickness was a challenging aspect of her pregnancy, the care and support of her family made it a little easier to bear.
The room was filled with a quiet, supportive atmosphere as the Pandavas continued to attend to Draupadi, their presence a reminder of the strength and love that bound them together.
