His Second Queen |ON HOLD|

Chapter 41

Aarushi tied the thread of her Rakhdi behind her head, and threw her hairs behind. Diksha and Harshada helped her dress up as Harshada picked a nude lipstick, handing it to Aarushi.

When Yashraj had blurted out about Aaryamaan's crush on Aarushi, the news spread like a wildfire and Saanjh confirmed that Aarushi liked Aaryamann back, so Aaryamann and Aarushi's family decided to get their alliance fixed.

Hence, Aaryamann's parents Shivendra Singh Shekhawat and Ishika Kanwar Shekhawat along with his Sister Ragini Kanwar were at Shaktigarh, meeting Aarushi's parents Veervijay Singh  Rathore and Dharini Singh Rathore. 

"Baisa Hukum," A maid entered and stopped when Aarushi, Harshada and Diksha stared at her. "The Shekhawat Family have arrived." She said and they all looked at Aarushi who turned pink. "Hansa, are we called?" Diksha asked Hansa, the maid who nodded.

"Jii Kunwarani sa, you all are." Hansa said. Aarushi took a deep breath and pulled the veil over her head, looking in mirror. "Do your best." She told herself and walked out with Harshada and Diksha.

Aaryamann Singh Shekhawat felt a surge of nerves ripple through him as he adjusted his kurta, glancing at his parents and sister stood beside him. They had arrived to officially ask for Aarushi Singh Rathore's hand in marriage, and the room ahead was filled with her esteemed family members, including the heads of the Rathore dynasty.

The moment they entered the grand living room, they were greeted by Aarushi's parents, Veervijay Singh Rathore and Dharini Singh Rathore both with warm yet poised expressions.

"Namaste," Shivendra began, his deep voice resonating as he exchanged greetings with the Rathore family.

"Welcome to Shaktigarh," Veervijay replied, shaking hands with Shivendra and turning to Ragini with a respectful nod. Dharini greeted them warmly.

"Please, come in," Dharini gestured as they were led to a seating area where the extended Rathore family was already assembled.

Seated were Arundhati and her husband Vikramaditya Singh Rathore, the current heads of the Rathore royal family. Their children, Harshada and Harshvardhan, sat nearby along with Harshavardhan's wife Chaitrali. Veervijay's son Raghav sat nearby with Diksha, his wife. The presence of these many family members added to the formal atmosphere, but Aaryamann couldn't help but scan the room, his eyes lingering for a moment longer on Aarushi. She sat quietly, a slight smile on her face as she caught his gaze.

After a round of pleasantries, Vikramaditya spoke first, his voice measured, "Hukum sa, it's good to have you and your family here today. We understand the reason for this visit."

Shivendra smiled, but there was a seriousness in his tone as he began, "Yes, indeed. Aaryamann and Aarushi have known each other for a long time now, and we have come today to formally ask for Aarushi's hand in marriage."

Dharini's eyes softened, but it was Arundhati who responded. "Aarushi is like a daughter to us, and it is important for us that she is happy with the match." She glanced at Aarushi, who nodded subtly.

"Aaryamann is a fine young man," Vikramaditya added. "From everything we have seen, he is worthy of the Rathore name."

Ragini, ever the calm matriarch, spoke next, addressing Aarushi directly. "We would be honored to have you as part of our family, Aarushi. Aaryamann has spoken highly of you, and we believe you will make a wonderful partner for him."

Aarushi blushed slightly, exchanging a brief glance with Aaryamann before speaking. "I am deeply grateful to all of you for your acceptance, but both Aaryamann sa and I have discussed something important."