Weight of Motherhood

The Revelation

"Didi... I am sorry", Sumitra's gentle voice and warm embrace enveloped Shyam, comforting him as he sobbed uncontrollably.

"Sorry didi, I ruined everything," he repeated, his body shaking with remorse.

Sumitra's words brought a mix of emotions to Shyam's face.
"Don't worry, Soumya, Govardhan told me everything," she said, her voice gentle and reassuring.

She glanced at her husband, who couldn't meet Shyam's gaze, his eyes filled with remorse.
"He reached my home at 5 AM, almost sobbing, and told me everything."

Govardhan's apology was heartfelt, "I am sorry for what I did to you, Soumya. I was blind and stupid."

Shyam's tears continued to flow as he accepted Govardhan's apology. "It's not your fault; it was me who wasn't myself yesterday," he said, his voice cracking. "I cheated on you, Priya."

Priya's response was immediate, her voice soothing, "Don't stress it, my pumpkin; I know it's not your fault."

Sumitra added, with a hint of mischief, "Soumya, the night when you and Govardhan were... together, the baby kicked! It finally moved! Maybe it was meant to happen. Maybe the curse was still there, and it had to be removed by this act."

Shyam's surprise was evident, "The baby kicked ?!" He felt a mix of emotions: guilt, relief, and joy. "I am so happy; the guilt is a little less now."

Govardhan's words were laced with anger and regret, "Again, it wasn't your fault. Had I known what my sister was doing, I would never let her live here."

Shyam looked surprised by Govardhan's words, realizing the king finally knew about his sister's sinister plans.

Govardhan continued, "Santi Kaki told me everything. They will no longer cause any trouble. Beside Dhirendra is in no condition to cause anything now.

"Even behind all the jewelry and saree, you are still a strong man, Shyam." He used Shyam's male name after eight months, a sign of acceptance and respect.

"Dhirendra had to go for surgery for his broken jaw." Diksha added, with pride, "I bet he learned a lesson not to mess with my bhaiya."

Sumitra's voice broke the emotional moment, "Soumya, you need to get changed into fresh clothes. Your nightdress is torn."

Priya and Diksha accompanied Shyam to the room, helping him choose a new outfit. As they walked, Priya whispered, "We're with you, Shyam. We'll face everything together."

Priya added with a sly grin, "By the way, you looked so hot when you beat the crap out of that leech!" She pecked Shyam's lips, making Diksha roll her eyes.

"Ugh, please control yourselves, love birds! We're in a crisis mode here!" Diksha said, embarrassed by the PDA.

Shyam chuckled and said, "So, bhaiya, where are your clothes?" Diksha asked, scanning the massive cupboard.

"All of these are my clothes," Shyam replied, gesturing to the sea of sarees and lingeries.

Diksha's jaw dropped. "WHAT!!! You've got an entire lingerie store in here! I'm jealous of my bhaiya's collection!"

Priya giggled, "I know, right? I never thought I'd be jealous of my husband's wardrobe!"

Diksha picked up a lacy lingerie, making Shyam blush. "Why do you have so many? You could've just worn boxers under your saree, and no one would've known!"

Shyam fumbled, his face turning bright red. "I... uh... I kinda liked them...?"

Priya teased, "Oh, Shyam, you're a closet lingerie enthusiast! Who knew?"

Diksha chuckled, "Well, now that we know, can you give me some advice, Shyam? What's the perfect makeup look for a saree?"

Shyam hesitated, then began, "Well, you see, it's all about enhancing your natural features... and contouring... and highlighting..."

Diksha jumped in, "And what about lingerie? What's the perfect match for a saree?"

Shyam's eyes widened, "Uh, well... I think... um... i need sumitra didi's help she is the one who taught me all this?"

Priya and Diksha burst out laughing. "This is going to be fun!" Priya exclaimed.

Diksha grinned mischievously. "Shyam, you're now our official lingerie and makeup consultant!"

Priya's curiosity got the better of her as she spotted something behind the cupboard door.

"What's that?" she asked, her eyes fixed on the mysterious object. Shyam's eyes widened in panic as he realized what she had seen - Sumitra's gift, a strap-on, meant for pleasure.