The Fire and the Fury: The Draupadi Chronicles ✅

**Chapter 81: A Teasing Moment**

**Chapter 81: A Teasing Moment**

The day was filled with a comfortable warmth as Draupadi and the Pandavas enjoyed a quiet afternoon together. Draupadi, now well into her eighth month of pregnancy, was in high spirits, her laughter and playful teasing filling the room.

The Pandavas were gathered around her, each one taking turns to share their excitement about the upcoming arrival. Draupadi, ever the playful one, decided to have a bit of fun with them.

As Yudhishthira, Arjuna, Bhima, Nakula, and Sahadeva huddled close, their arms around Draupadi in affectionate embraces, she looked at them with a mischievous glint in her eye. “It seems like you’ve all forgotten about me,” she teased, her voice light and playful. “You’re so focused on the baby that you’re neglecting your wife.”

The Pandavas, caught off guard by her teasing, laughed and looked at each other with amused expressions. Their hugs were warm and loving, but Draupadi’s comment made them exchange knowing glances.

Just as they were about to respond, they felt a familiar sensation—a series of gentle kicks from Draupadi’s belly. The baby seemed to be reacting to the close proximity and affection. The Pandavas, feeling the movement, looked at each other with grins.

“Looks like the baby’s reacting to our hugs,” Arjuna said with a playful tone. “Seems the little one might be feeling a bit jealous of all this attention.”

Bhima chuckled and added, “It’s like the baby wants to remind us that we should be giving more attention to Draupadi. We certainly don’t want to upset our little one.”

Yudhishthira, smiling warmly, placed a hand on Draupadi’s belly. “Seems our little one is quite perceptive. We’ll have to make sure we balance our attention between the baby and you.”

Nakula and Sahadeva, still laughing, nodded in agreement. Nakula said, “We’ll make sure to shower you with affection as well, to keep both you and the baby happy.”

Sahadeva leaned in and whispered, “It looks like we’ve got a little competition for our affection. We’ll have to work harder to ensure that both of you feel equally loved.”

Draupadi, enjoying their playful banter and feeling the baby’s kicks, laughed along with them. Her heart was filled with happiness at their affectionate responses and the way they balanced their attention between her and the unborn child.

As the Pandavas continued their playful teasing, their loving embraces and warm words created a joyful and affectionate atmosphere. The room was filled with laughter and love, as they all eagerly anticipated the arrival of their new family member. The playful interaction was a reminder of their deep bond and the shared excitement for the future.