**Chapter 124: The Sweet Cravings of a Queen**
Draupadi, now three months pregnant, found herself with intense cravings that even her queenly composure couldn't suppress. This time, the cravings were for tamarind and cherries—two of her favorite treats. She had sent word to the palace servants to bring her these fruits, but her impatience grew with every passing moment. The Pandavas were by her side, watching her with amused expressions as she fidgeted restlessly.
Draupadi rubbed her slightly swollen belly, a small smile playing on her lips as she felt the fluttering movements inside her. "The baby is kicking again," she whispered, her voice filled with wonder.
Yudhishthira knelt beside her and placed his hand gently on her stomach, feeling the tiny kicks. His eyes softened with love. "Our little one is already showing signs of strength, just like their mother," he said with pride.
Bhima, ever the food enthusiast, chuckled as he sat down beside Draupadi, handing her a small plate of tamarind. "Here, Panchali," he said with a grin. "I made sure to bring the freshest tamarind I could find. But if the baby kicks any harder, I might need to start cooking extra meals."
Draupadi laughed softly, her hand still resting on her belly. "Thank you, Bhima. You always know how to make sure I’m well-fed," she teased, popping a piece of tamarind into her mouth.
Nakula, ever the charmer, leaned in closer and winked at her. "Do you think our little one is asking for more cherries or tamarind? I can’t tell which they love more."
Arjuna joined in, placing his hand over Draupadi’s, feeling the gentle kicks. "Seems like our baby has inherited a warrior spirit already," he joked. "Or maybe they just want to spar with their uncles."
Sahadeva, the youngest, couldn’t resist teasing her as well. "Panchali, I think you’ve turned all of us into your personal attendants. We fetch your tamarind, bring you cherries, and take care of the children while you relax like a queen."
Draupadi blushed at their teasing but couldn’t help smiling. She looked at them with mock sternness. "You all are responsible for this," she said, pointing at her growing belly. "So don’t complain when I ask for a few cravings to be satisfied."
The Pandavas burst into laughter, shaking their heads in amusement. Yudhishthira leaned closer, his voice playful. "Panchali, you know we would do anything to make you happy, cravings and all. But I do wonder—how many more tamarinds will it take to calm our little warrior down?"
Draupadi laughed with them, her heart full of love for her husbands. As she enjoyed her cherished fruits, the room filled with warmth and laughter, and the Pandavas continued to tease her, knowing that she would always have their full devotion—even during the times of tamarind and cherry cravings.
